1.14 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

Discover a truly special gem from The Natural Emerald Company, a transparent green emerald weighing 1.14 carats, cut in the elegant emerald cut, and finished with a faceted cutting style that highlights its structure and depth. The stone measures 6.87 x 5.10 x 4.10 mm, dimensions that translate into a generous face up presence for a gem in this weight class. The color is intense, a lush green that holds through the table and pavilion, and the polish has been evaluated as excellent, creating sharp facet junctions and a smooth reflective surface. Clarity is graded as included, evaluated at eye level, which is typical for emeralds and contributes to the stone character, while the enhancement is standard, consistent with industry practice to stabilize and present the color. Origin is Zambia, a source known for producing emeralds with strong saturation and appealing tone, and this piece represents the balance of natural beauty and careful lapidary work that collectors and designers seek.

The 1.14 carat weight is a decisive factor in both aesthetic impact and market value, because carat weight does not increase value in a linear way, it accelerates as one moves above popular size thresholds, and crossing the 1 carat mark brings this gem into a higher rarity tier. Many commercial offerings on the market cluster below one carat, often in the 0.30 to 0.90 carat range, where supply is more abundant and prices are comparatively modest. A stone at 1.14 carats commands greater attention from both jewelers and buyers, because it offers a true presence in a ring, pendant, or bespoke piece while maintaining comfortable proportions for everyday wear. The physical dimensions of 6.87 x 5.10 x 4.10 mm mean the gem presents a broad table and noticeable depth, providing a face up size that reads larger than many stones of similar weight that are deeper or poorly cut. For buyers comparing options, this emerald delivers the rare combination of meaningful carat weight, efficient table size, and balanced proportions.

When comparing this emerald to others available on the market, consider how color intensity, cut quality, and origin interact with weight to define overall value. Many lower priced stones may approach this carat weight but sacrifice color saturation, polish, or proportions, resulting in a stone that looks washed out or windowed when set. Conversely, some highly saturated pieces may carry extreme clarity issues or heavy treatments that diminish their long term desirability. This Zambian emerald offers intense color and excellent polish, while retaining natural inclusions that are characteristic of true emeralds, creating an authentic and collectible appearance. The emerald cut in a faceted style is often preferred for emeralds because it emphasizes the color plane, produces broad flashes of color, and can be cut to minimize the visual impact of inclusions, enhancing the stone practical beauty in a way that many brilliant cuts cannot. Compared to Colombian and other origins, Zambian stones frequently show a fresher, deeper green that photographs and performs well under varied lighting, and our experts at The Natural Emerald Company select pieces that strike an optimum balance between visual appeal and integrity of treatment.

For buyers seeking a superior value proposition, this emerald offers a blend of rarity, aesthetic impact, and versatility that stands out from typical market offerings, making it ideal for investing in a signature piece or designing a custom commission. The 1.14 carat weight ensures a meaningful presence in a solitaire or halo setting, while the emerald cut and excellent polish allow a jeweler to showcase the color with minimal distraction. Caring for this gem is straightforward, given its standard enhancement, and periodic professional cleaning and gentle handling will preserve its luster and display quality for decades. For collectors, the rarity of this weight paired with intense Zambian color and fine cutting makes it a long term keeper, and for designers, the dimensions and clarity grade offer predictable behavior in practical settings. When you compare this emerald to others that may be similar in carat but compromised in color or finish, the advantages in quality and value are clear, and The Natural Emerald Company is proud to present this transparent 1.14 carat emerald as an exceptional choice for discerning customers who want natural beauty, verified origin, and refined craftsmanship.