1.28 Ct. Cabochon Emerald from Pakistan

This listing from The Natural Emerald Company features a single translucent green emerald, pear shaped and cabochon cut, weighing 1.28 carats, with precise dimensions of 9.17 by 5.97 by 3.53 millimeters. The combination of a pear outline with a well proportioned cabochon dome is uncommon and requires careful rough orientation to preserve weight and color. The dome profile has been executed to balance a pleasing apex height with lateral symmetry, yielding a silhouette that is compatible with both vertical and horizontal mounting orientations. The length to width ratio is visually elegant for a pear shaped gem in this size class, and the measured depth supports a stable pavilion thickness beneath the cabochon base, which contributes to structural integrity during setting. The polish is graded excellent, and the surface finish displays a tight, uniform luster across the crown and base, indicating controlled lapidary pressure and final polishing on progressively finer abrasives to eliminate microabrasion and polish haze.

Color evaluation places this emerald in the intense color intensity category, with a saturated green that reads vivid under standard daylight corrected illumination. The tone sits toward the medium to moderately deep range, providing strong color saturation without excessive darkening that would impede light transmission for a cabochon. The color distribution is even across the dome, with subtle internal color zoning that is typical for natural emeralds and that contributes to the perceived depth of color when viewed face up. Origin is Pakistan, and material from that region frequently exhibits chromium dominated chromophores with secondary vanadium contributions, responsible for rich, slightly bluish green notes and excellent color stability. Clarity is graded slightly included at eye level, with internal features visible to the unaided eye but not concentrated in a way that disrupts optical performance. The inclusions are primarily fine fissures and mineral crystals that have been closed or partially healed, and they do not exhibit extensive breakage planes that would compromise durability. Enhancement is listed as standard, consistent with customary clarity enhancement practices for emeralds, and any infill employed serves to improve apparent transparency and to stabilize fracture surfaces while remaining stable under normal wear conditions.

Craftsmanship details include careful attention to cabochon symmetry and a smooth, well rounded girdle transition, which facilitates secure bezel seating and reduces stress concentrations in the surrounding metal. The base is reasonably flat for a cabochon of this profile, allowing for consistent contact with backing materials or simple bezel cups, and the apex is centered to maintain optical balance when set in a pendant or ring. Given the combination of slight inclusions and cabochon geometry, recommended mounting styles include full bezel or partial bezel designs that protect the perimeter and reduce the risk of chipping, particularly for daily wear rings. The cabochon cut is ideal for designers seeking to showcase color over brilliance, and when paired with warm metal tones the intense green will appear more vibrant, while cooler metals will emphasize the blue green undertone. For customers interested in custom mounting, The Natural Emerald Company can provide additional high resolution imaging, light box photos showing face up and profile views, and recommendations for setting techniques and metal choices to optimize both aesthetics and long term stability. Please contact our gem specialists for certification details, exact enhancement disclosures, and bespoke design consultations.