1.43 Ct. Emerald from Afghanistan

This 1.43 carat oval green emerald carries a pedigree that will appeal to the informed collector and connoisseur, certified by GIA for authenticity and measured at 8.78 x 6.62 x 4.06 mm. The stone is fashioned in an elegant mixed brilliant cut that balances table brilliance with depth of color, and it displays vivid color intensity with a transparent appearance that is rare for an emerald of this size. Clarity is described as very slightly included evaluated at eye level, which means the inclusions do not detract from its overall transparency or its face up presence. The polish is excellent, which enhances light return and contributes to a lively presentation in jewelry. Enhancement is standard, a common and accepted practice in fine emeralds that stabilizes and improves the visual clarity without altering the gem's natural origin characteristics. Origin is Afghanistan, a source known for producing rich, deeply colored emeralds that are prized for their saturation and mineralogical quality.

The journey of this emerald from mine to market illustrates the care that defines provenance and value, a narrative that The Natural Emerald Company is proud to share. Hand recovered from Afghan deposits by miners who have long experience with emerald bearing veins, the rough was carefully selected for transparency and color. It then traveled to experienced cutters who chose a mixed brilliant design to maximize both weight retention and optical performance, arriving at the precise dimensions and proportions noted on the GIA report. After cutting and polishing, the gem underwent laboratory grading for weight, dimensions, color intensity, and clarity, receiving its GIA certification which accompanies the stone for resale. Finally it entered our inventory where The Natural Emerald Company documents its origin and enhancement status, and presents it with recommendations for settings that respect the gem's proportions and for routine care to preserve its finish and stability. For the educated buyer seeking a transparent, vividly colored Afghan emerald with strong certification and respected handling from source to showcase, this stone offers a compelling combination of aesthetics, provenance, and market credibility.