1.75 Ct. Emerald from Russia

This exceptional natural emerald from The Natural Emerald Company is a finely proportioned, transparent 1.75 carat gemstone, fashioned in the classic emerald cut with dimensions of 7.82 by 6.63 by 5.10 millimeters. The emerald cut, a rectangular step cut with truncated corners, is deliberately chosen to emphasize the gem’s saturated green color while minimizing unnecessary light return that can dilute the depth of tone. At this size and shape the stone presents an elegant table and elongated silhouette that suits both traditional and contemporary settings. The excellent polish indicates that the facets have been finished to a high standard, producing crisp facet junctions and a smooth surface that enhances the stone’s face-up appearance and tactile quality when set into fine jewelry.

From a gemological perspective, this emerald exhibits intense color intensity, a principal determinant of value for emeralds. The hue is a vivid green with strong saturation and medium to medium-dark tone, attributes that enable the stone to read as true emerald green even in reduced light. Color dominates value in emeralds more than cut or brilliance, and intense coloration combined with transparency makes this specimen particularly desirable. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, which for emeralds is consistent with natural origin. Emeralds typically form with characteristic inclusions and fissures, often referred to as jardin, which are part of the gem’s natural fingerprint. These inclusions do not detract from the gem’s beauty in this instance; rather, they are modest enough that the gem remains visually clean to the unaided eye while retaining the telltale natural characteristics that discriminating buyers and collectors value.

This stone is described as having a standard enhancement, a customary and transparent treatment practice in the trade used to improve the apparent clarity and overall stability of emerald crystals. Standard enhancement most commonly involves the introduction of colorless oils or resins into surface-reaching fissures to lessen the visibility of inclusions and to enhance the stone’s transparency. Well-informed buyers understand that such treatments are common and accepted when fully disclosed, and they often contribute to a desirable balance of beauty and practicality in natural emeralds. We disclose this enhancement openly at The Natural Emerald Company and can provide further technical information or independent laboratory documentation on request. The excellent polish and the precise emerald cut indicate that the cutter prioritized stability and color presentation, both important considerations for a gem to be set in everyday wearable jewelry.

Beyond the technical qualities, this emerald carries a heritage that will appeal to collectors who appreciate provenance and historical context. Russian emeralds have a respected though less widely publicized place in gem history, with notable deposits in the Ural region contributing stones to imperial and aristocratic jewelry from the 19th century onward. Emeralds have long been associated with royalty, spiritual protection, and refined taste, and the emerald cut itself evolved as a practical and aesthetic solution for these gems: step cuts highlight color, reduce the risk of chipping by shortening facet lengths, and create a refined, architectural look that complements classical jewelry designs. This particular 1.75 carat example is well-suited to carry forward that tradition, whether set as a solitaire ring for ceremonial wear, as the central stone in an artful pendant, or incorporated into a bespoke piece that references historical forms. At The Natural Emerald Company we emphasize both the technical pedigree and the cultural lineage of our gems, helping educated buyers understand why a transparent, intensely colored, well-cut Russian emerald of this size and clarity represents not only a beautiful object but a continuation of a centuries-old gemological tradition.