1.14 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

From the heart of Zambia to the careful hands of our master cutters, this transparent green emerald traces a story of earth and artistry that The Natural Emerald Company is proud to share. Born under intense heat and pressure, and infused with chromium and vanadium, this 1.14 carat round emerald measures 7.05 x 7.04 x 4.47 mm, and bears a mixed brilliant cut that was chosen to maximize its inner fire. Miners first discovered its rough in basalt hosted veins, where the rich Zambian geology imparts a distinctive deep and intense green. Our gem cutter then shaped the stone with an eye for balance between brilliance and color, achieving an excellent polish that brings forward lively flashes of light, while preserving the gem at a clarity grade of slightly included when evaluated at eye level. The stone has undergone standard enhancement to stabilize its natural beauty, a traditional and accepted practice that maintains both integrity and value. Worn alone, or set as the centerpiece of a custom design, this emerald carries the tactile memory of its origin, and invites the wearer to connect with a long lineage of gemstones that began deep in the earth.

When set against the history of famous emeralds, this Zambian round stands with its own quiet distinction. While Colombian emeralds have long been celebrated for their classic bluish green hues, and historic gems such as the Mughal treasures and the Chalk Emerald are admired for their size and storied provenance, this gem offers intense color saturation within a compact and wearable form. Its mixed brilliant cut is reminiscent of techniques used to brighten classical stones without sacrificing hue, and its excellent polish produces a modern brilliance that would make it at home beside any famous collection. The slightly included clarity speaks to authenticity, as many historic emeralds show similar natural features that affirm their origin and age. For collectors and connoisseurs seeking a gem that merges geological rarity, skilled cutting, and practical elegance, this Zambian emerald from The Natural Emerald Company presents unique value, combining a vivid and saturated green with the versatility of a round mixed brilliant cut. Allow us to help you imagine this piece set in a ring or pendant where its story can continue, worn as both an heirloom in the making and a daily celebration of nature and craft.