1.19 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

There are few jewels that carry the weight of history and the quiet authority of time more naturally than a Colombian emerald, and this transparent 1.19 carat emerald cut gem is a striking exemplar of that legacy. Cut to precise emerald cut proportions measuring 8.91 x 5.34 x 3.37 mm, it presents a classic rectangular silhouette that has been favored by connoisseurs for generations. Its vivid color intensity recalls the deep green meadows and misted mountain slopes of its birthplace, while an excellent polish allows light to glide across its facets with an old world kind of elegance. Evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, the stone retains a clarity that speaks to careful selection and respectful lapidary work, preserving the internal signatures that tell the story of a crystal formed over millions of years. The Natural Emerald Company is proud to present this gem as part of a lineage that connects the modern collector to ancient traditions of adornment and reverence for green stone.

The emerald cut has long been associated with refinement and endurance, because its step facets emphasize color and clarity in a way that feels both architectural and intimate. In this example, the cut enhances the emeralds vivid hue, allowing a depth of tone to emanate from its core, while the slightly included clarity lends the gem its individual character. Inclusions in a natural emerald are not flaws to be concealed, they are fingerprints of the earth, evidence that the gem has a history and a unique geological biography. The crystal proportions of 8.91 x 5.34 x 3.37 mm provide an elegant presence on the hand, offering an ideal balance for a ring or pendant that seeks to stand the test of time. Standard enhancement has been applied in the traditional manner, a practice that has been part of emerald trade for centuries, employed to stabilize and present the stone at its most luminous, without compromising its natural identity.

When considering natural emeralds alongside lab grown alternatives, it helps to reflect on what is being sought, beyond mere color or clarity. Lab grown emeralds can offer remarkable visual purity and affordability, and they represent an impressive technological achievement. However, natural Colombian emeralds bring with them an irreplaceable combination of rarity, provenance, and historical continuity. The internal features of a natural stone create a depth and variability in light performance that is often absent from synthetic counterparts, a subtle complexity that rewards the wearer the longer it is observed. Additionally, the market for natural emeralds has long recognized provenance and natural formation as primary factors in value and desirability, attributes that are tied to tradition and to collectors who appreciate gemstones as enduring heirlooms. For those who value an object that carries the trace of its own origin, the natural Colombian emerald will always speak in a voice lab grown stones cannot fully replicate.

Choosing this vivid 1.19 carat emerald from The Natural Emerald Company is a decision to align with centuries of gemstone tradition, craftsmanship, and the appreciation of natural rarity. Its excellent polish and emerald cut make it a timeless choice for classic settings that will be handed down through generations, while its measured size and clarity ensure it reads as both elegant and substantial. We welcome inquiries about setting recommendations, certification, and bespoke design, and we stand ready to assist clients who seek a meaningful jewel with provenance and personality. This emerald is not merely an adornment, it is a living fragment of the earths history, refined by skilled hands, ready to become part of a new story, one that honors the past while bearing witness to the present.