1.18 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

This 1.18 carat Colombian emerald from The Natural Emerald Company is a finely proportioned, transparent specimen, presented in a classic emerald cut, with exact dimensions of 8.46 by 5.24 by 3.89 mm, excellent polish, and intense color intensity. The cutting style and proportions produce a gem that reads larger face up than many mixed cuts at the same weight, offering an impressive visual presence on the finger or in a bespoke pendant. The stone is described as very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which combined with its transparency and high surface finish makes it especially desirable to buyers who seek the balance between natural character and gemological performance. Standard enhancement has been applied, consistent with trade practice for emeralds, and the Colombian origin provides an immediate pedigree that collectors and connoisseurs recognize for both hue quality and long term value retention.

The emerald cut, a step cut with broad rectangular facets, is central to how this stone interacts with light, and the cutter has used the geometry to enhance the emeralds inherent properties. Step facets arranged parallel to the table create large planes for internal reflection, producing a hall of mirrors effect that emphasizes depth of color rather than dispersed spectral flashes. This means that instead of scattering light into small scintillating points, the emerald cut returns light as broad flashes and bands, showcasing the intense green saturation and giving a strong, even color window through the table. The generous table and well aligned pavilion planes allow light to travel and reflect in elongated ribbons, which reinforces the perception of depth and clarity. The excellent polish further enhances these reflections by minimizing surface diffusion, so light returns are clean and crisp, making the stone appear lively and vivid under both natural daylight and jewelry lighting.

From a grading perspective, the combination of intense color, good transparency, and the assessment of very slightly included at eye level places this emerald in a premium tier for an untreated feel despite a standard enhancement. Very slightly included at eye level implies inclusions are minimal to the unaided eye and do not interrupt the uniformity of color or the stone’s table window, which is particularly important in step cut stones where larger facets can expose internal features. Colombian provenance is a significant factor in valuation, as Colombia is renowned for producing emeralds with a distinctive rich green hue and a desirable balance of blue and yellow undertones. Standard enhancement, typically involving clarity agents accepted by laboratories and the trade, stabilizes surface reaching fissures and improves visual clarity without obscuring the gem’s natural origin and internal character. For the educated buyer, this combination of attributes means the gem offers both rarity and practical desirability, as high quality Colombian emeralds remain highly sought after for fine jewelry and as long term holdings in private collections.

When considering setting and wear, the emerald cut shape and proportions of this 8.46 by 5.24 by 3.89 mm gem lend themselves to classic solitaire, halo, and three stone designs, and the cutter’s attention to polish and symmetry makes faceted edges sit cleanly against metal. We recommend settings that offer some protection to the girdle and corners, such as bezel accents or secure prong work, to preserve the stone and its polish. For buyers seeking documentation, The Natural Emerald Company can assist with independent grading recommendations and advice regarding appropriate certificates from recognized gemological laboratories. In practical terms this emerald is a blend of aesthetic refinement and gemstone integrity, offering an educated purchaser a transparent, intensely colored Colombian emerald that performs beautifully under light while carrying the provenance and trade standard treatments that informed collectors understand and value.