1.35 Ct. Emerald from Colombia - Muzo

This C.Dunaigre certified 1.35 carat asscher octagon green emerald from Colombia Muzo offered by The Natural Emerald Company exhibits a disciplined balance of geometry and color saturation, with exact dimensions 6.87 x 6.58 x 4.36 millimeters. The asscher cut presents a compressed step faceting system, a high crown and a relatively small table which emphasize parallel pavilion facets and concentric light return, producing the characteristic hall of mirrors effect. The octagonal outline with truncated corners enhances symmetry and allows controlled light dispersion, which is especially effective for a vivid color intensity such as this specimen. Clarity is graded slightly included at eye level, and those minor natural inclusions serve to authenticate origin and structure without materially interrupting the depth of tone. Polish is excellent, with crisp facet junctions and uniform facet planes that maximize scintillation when set, while the standard enhancement follows trade accepted treatments for Colombian emeralds, applied to stabilize and improve visual transparency while preserving the natural color signature.

When set in jewelry this vivid green emerald complements a broad range of skin tones through deliberate interplay of color contrast and metal selection, and The Natural Emerald Company recommends design choices that exploit spectral nuance. Against warm undertones the saturated green reads richer and more golden, therefore yellow gold settings intensify warmth and produce a glowing transition between skin and stone. For cool undertones the same vivid green gains a crisp, verdant clarity that is best supported by white gold or platinum, which preserve the cooler facets and highlight the internal depth without introducing color bias. Neutral or olive complexions will benefit from mixed metal settings or a thin rose gold bezel, where the slight red bias enhances perceived saturation while maintaining balance. The asscher faceting concentrates color near the pavilion, so open prong settings and low bezels allow controlled backlight that brightens the table and reduces apparent darkness in deep skin tones. For clients seeking maximum perceived size and brilliance a halo of small brilliant cut diamonds creates optical diffusion and elevates the emeralds vivid core, while channel settings maintain the step cut symmetry for modern architectural pieces. The combination of Muzo origin, C.Dunaigre certification, precise asscher faceting, vivid color intensity and excellent polish makes this emerald a technically refined option for collectors and designers who prioritize optical behavior, color interplay with skin tone, and enduring craftsmanship.