1.90 Ct. Emerald from Russia

This is a transparent 1.90 carat emerald cut green emerald, with precise dimensions of 8.83 millimeters by 6.61 millimeters by 4.69 millimeters, presenting a rectangular step cut that emphasizes clarity and color uniformity. The proportions yield an approximate depth of 61 percent, a strong window for the emerald cut that balances pavilion depth and table area to produce controlled light return while preserving the classic step facet character. The cutting style follows traditional emerald cut conventions, with parallel crown and pavilion facets that create broad reflective planes rather than scintillating brilliance, and gently truncated corners that improve durability in mounting. Facet junctions are finely executed, and the outline is well centered, enabling the table to act as a clear window into the stone. Excellent polish enhances the smoothness of each plane, reducing surface diffusion and allowing the stone to display internal features and color with minimal interference from polish induced haze. The step faceting fosters a hall of mirrors effect, generating broad flashes of tone and color that shift with movement, and the cutting proportions in this specimen were chosen to maximize visual weight while maintaining an elegant profile for high end jewelry settings.

Clarity is graded slightly included at eye level, reflecting typical natural jardin inclusions that are characteristic of emeralds and that contribute to the gemological identity of the stone. These inclusions are discrete enough that transparency remains strong, and they sit within the step facet planes in a way that does not significantly interrupt the open table view. Standard enhancement has been applied to improve apparent clarity, consistent with industry practice for emeralds, using stabilization that fills surface reaching fissures and enhances overall visual performance, while being disclosed and stable under normal wear conditions. The combination of slight inclusions and standard enhancement results in a presentation that reads as transparent to the unaided eye, while still retaining the natural growth features that authenticate origin and natural formation. Surface craftsmanship is notable, with polished facet planes and precise facet junctions that reduce light leakage at the surface, promoting distinct broad flashes rather than dispersed sparkle. Light color intensity is described as light green, a delicate and luminous tone that sits at the lighter end of emerald color grading, delivering a fresh, spring like appearance that is rare in stones of this size when paired with high transparency.

The origin of this emerald is Russia, and this provenance contributes significantly to its rarity profile. Large, transparent emeralds of nearly two carat weight from Russian sources are uncommon, as many Russian specimens present stronger tone and more pervasive internal character at equivalent sizes. Within the market of comparable emerald cut stones, it is significantly less common to find a nearly two carat example combining Russian origin, transparent body, light color intensity, and an excellent polish, making this stone notable for collectors and connoisseurs seeking provenance alongside clean appearance. Compared to Colombian and Zambian material at this weight class, this stone stands out for its combination of step cut faceting and a lighter, more delicate green that reads as both refined and versatile. From a setting perspective the stone is ideal for designs that celebrate its clarity window and step facet geometry, for example classical solitaires with protective corner settings, or three stone layouts that allow the emerald cut planes to interplay with neighboring gems. The Natural Emerald Company is pleased to present this gem as part of our curated inventory, with transparent disclosure of enhancement and origin, and with a focus on the technical craftsmanship that makes it distinct. This emerald will appeal to buyers who value exacting cutting, provenance, and the rare occurrence of a nearly two carat Russian emerald combining transparency and a light vivid character.