1.90 Ct. Emerald from Brazil

From the moment a seed of mineral under Brazil's ancient crust began its patient work of crystallization, this emerald began a story that now rests in your hand. Woven from the slow chemistry of water, chromium, and beryllium under deep seated pressure, the crystal that yielded this gemstone was recovered with care from a small scale mine in Brazil where local stewards work alongside geologists to preserve land and river health. At The Natural Emerald Company we start every relationship at the mine mouth, recording the people who extract each crystal, the practices they use, and the reclamation steps that follow, so that every green heart cut from Brazilian earth carries a clear and honest lineage. This is not a stone plucked from a faceless supply chain, it is a fragment of a place, curated by miners and craftsmen who respect the land and the communities that sustain it. The journey from vein to studio passes through careful sorting, where this crystal was selected for its transparency and potential to sing when given the right cut.

In the cutting room the rough was guided to become a pear shaped green emerald, 1.90 carat, with dimensions of 10.16 x 6.98 x 4.51 mm, finished with a mixed brilliant cut that balances sparkle and depth. The cutter sought to preserve weight while opening the color, producing a pavilion and crown relationship that maximizes face up saturation in a gem described as having dark color intensity, yet remarkable clarity for its class. It is transparent, with a clarity grade of very slightly included evaluated at eye level, so the inclusions are part of its natural fingerprint rather than distractions from its beauty. The polish is excellent, so light glides across the facets and returns to the viewer as a lively, deep green. The enhancement is standard, applied to stabilize and improve clarity in a way that is customary and fully disclosed, preserving the integrity of the stone while honoring traditional practices. On the finger this pear shape presents a classical silhouette, tapered to the tip to complement the hand or the neckline, and the size reads as an elegant presence, neither timid nor ostentatious.

Ethical sourcing is woven into the gemstones we offer, and this emerald exemplifies that commitment, beginning with traceability back to a Brazilian mine where sustainable methods are promoted, and continuing through partnerships that ensure fair compensation for mining families. We collaborate with on site teams to minimize environmental impact, implement measures for responsible water use, and support reclamation plans so that after the crystals are removed, the land is not forgotten. Small scale miners often rely on these operations for their livelihoods, and by sourcing directly and transparently we reduce middlemen, improve pay, and invest in community health and education. The disclosure of a standard enhancement is part of that transparency, because a conscious purchase requires clear information about how a gem was treated and why, rather than opaque jargon. At The Natural Emerald Company we provide provenance details, images taken throughout the supply chain, and open dialogue about the ethical choices that shape each piece, so that your decision reflects both aesthetic taste and moral clarity.

For the conscious consumer this emerald is more than an adornment, it is a considered acquisition that belongs in a curated collection built around ethics as well as beauty. It pairs beautifully with warm or cool metals, though a soft yellow gold setting will magnify the Brazilian green, and a bezel or secure prong will protect the delicate pear point while allowing light to dance through the mixed brilliant facets. Caring for this gem is straightforward, avoid harsh chemicals and high heat, clean with mild soap and warm water, and have settings checked regularly to maintain security. Beyond care, the stone is an heirloom proposition, a piece to pass down with a story about the people and place that brought it to light, a story The Natural Emerald Company documents and stands behind. If you seek a jewel that reflects a thoughtful approach to luxury, a gemstone that celebrates origin and craftsmanship in equal measure, this 1.90 carat pear shaped Brazilian emerald invites you to hold, wear, and preserve a living piece of the earth with confidence.