1.32 Ct. Emerald from Russia

This transparent 1.32 carat pear shape green emerald is described with exacting detail to inform a discerning buyer, it measures 8.76 by 6.19 by 4.60 millimeters, it has a mixed brilliant cut that balances scintillation and color face up, the clarity grade is very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level which means that inclusions are minimal and do not detract from its overall transparency, the color displays a medium intensity green that is evenly distributed throughout the stone, the polish is excellent which allows light to travel freely through the pavilion and crown facets, and importantly the stone has no enhancement, a characteristic that substantially increases its desirability because untreated emeralds are rare and represent the natural character of the mineral in its original state. The combination of a refined pear shape, mixed brilliant facet arrangement, and excellent polish produces vibrant sparkle and an even green tone, while the 1.32 carat weight situates this gem in a size class that is versatile for both a signature ring and a refined pendant, making it attractive to collectors and connoisseurs who value balanced proportions and optical performance.

This emerald originates from Russia, and its journey began as a piece of rough carefully extracted by miners who work in historically significant emerald producing areas of that country. From the moment the crystal was recovered from the host rock it was evaluated by experienced field gemologists for color zoning, clarity potential, and structural soundness, an early assessment that influenced the subsequent cutting plan. The rough was then offered to lapidary experts who specialize in preserving natural color and internal features while maximizing yield, a meticulous process that considers cleavage, growth lines, and any natural inclusions to determine the precise orientation for cutting. Throughout these early stages the stone was handled with an emphasis on minimizing stress and heat exposure, practices that are essential for preserving an untreated emerald, and each stage was documented to maintain provenance and integrity for the eventual owner.

In the cutting and polishing phase the decision to execute a mixed brilliant cut in a pear outline reflected a desire to marry brilliance with depth of color, the mixed cut employs brilliant facets on the crown and modified step or mixed facets on the pavilion to achieve both lively scintillation and controlled light return, expert cutters shaped the pavilion angles to optimize return of light into the viewer’s eye, and then an excellent polish was applied to the facet junctions and girdle to enhance durability and visual clarity. Because this emerald exhibits very very slight eye level inclusions, the cutter positioned the table and crown to present a clean face up appearance while retaining internal characteristics that attest to its natural origin. After cutting and polishing the gem underwent meticulous inspection and measurement for weight, dimensions, and optical performance, this quality control phase included visual evaluation under standardized lighting, verification of absence of common treatments such as oiling or resin filling, and recording of the stone as untreated, facts that we at The Natural Emerald Company document for transparency and buyer confidence.

For an educated buyer this emerald offers a compelling blend of attributes that speak to both aesthetic appeal and investment quality, an untreated Russian emerald with transparent body color and very very slight eye level inclusions is uncommon, and its medium color intensity sits in a range that provides both wearable elegance and broad design flexibility. The pear shape makes it especially well suited for center stone settings where the pointed end can elongate a finger or add graceful lines to a pendant, the mixed brilliant cut will sparkle during movement while the excellent polish enhances gemstone longevity, and the 1.32 carat weight is large enough to satisfy collectors yet practical for everyday jewelry. When you choose this gem from The Natural Emerald Company you receive a gemstone whose provenance from Russian deposits, documented lack of enhancement, and careful cutting and finishing are presented with clear grading observations, we stand by the stone with full disclosure about its measurements, clarity, cut, and origin, and we offer guidance on mounting, care, and appraisal to ensure that this emerald becomes a lasting and treasured piece in your collection.