1.19 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

This transparent 1.19 carat oval green emerald from Colombia measures 7.59 x 5.44 x 5.39 mm, it offers an intense color intensity and a clarity grade of slightly included evaluated at eye level, it is cut in a mixed brilliant cut and finished with an excellent polish, enhancement is standard. In the world of emeralds, origin matters and Colombian stones sit at the pinnacle, the verdant depth of this gem recalls the majestic tone admired in the Chalk Emerald and the regal presence associated with Mughal era treasures, yet it differs from those storied giants in a manner that makes it more desirable for the modern connoisseur. Whereas the famed Chalk Emerald achieved fame through scale and historical provenance, this 1.19 carat gem from The Natural Emerald Company achieves distinction through a combination of optical purity and cutting artistry that brings color and light into perfect balance. The mixed brilliant cut amplifies scintillation in a way that traditional step cuts typically do not, so this stone catches the eye with lively flashes of green that change with movement, while remaining faithful to the deep, saturated hue collectors expect from top tier Colombian material.

Comparing this emerald to other historic gems clarifies its unique value proposition, the Mogul emerald and other ancient treasures carry compelling histories, but those pieces often display heavy inclusions or uneven polishing that tell of older cutting technology and different aesthetic priorities. By contrast this emerald exhibits a transparency and polish that speak to contemporary lapidary expertise, slight inclusions are present as is natural for emeralds, but they are well distributed and judged slightly included at eye level, which means the naked eye sees minimal disruption to the gem s brilliance. This is a crucial difference from many historic emeralds that command museum space yet remain challenging to set in jewelry because of their fragility or opaque zones. Compared to high value diamonds and top quality rubies and sapphires, this Colombian emerald offers a color saturated experience that is unique to emeralds, diamonds deliver unmatched brilliance but lack color, rubies deliver intense red fire yet remain a different emotional statement, this gemstone occupies the niche of living green, a color associated with renewal and rarity, intensified by its mix of brilliant facet work which creates a balance of sparkle and depth rarely seen in stones of this carat weight.

From a value and practical perspective The Natural Emerald Company presents this emerald as a superior choice for buyers who want both beauty and usability, the measured 7.59 x 5.44 x 5.39 mm proportions make the oval profile ideal for solitaire rings, pendants, or as a focal stone flanked by accent diamonds, the mixed brilliant cut allows for a smaller carat weight to perform visually larger on the finger, making this gem an efficient investment of wearer impact versus price. Standard enhancement for emeralds is a well understood practice that stabilizes and improves appearance without masking provenance, combined with excellent polish and Colombian origin this stone offers the collector a rare sweet spot, it embodies the historic allure of famous emeralds while delivering modern clarity and faceting that encourage daily wear. For those seeking a gem that references the grandeur of museum pieces without the impracticality of massive historical stones, this 1.19 carat Colombian emerald provides a direct, elegant alternative, The Natural Emerald Company stands behind its description and provenance, offering professional guidance on setting options that protect inclusions and maximize color, this emerald is presented as a refined, wearable jewel with the depth and intensity that make emeralds among the most poetic and collectible of colored gems.