1.96 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

Born in the mineral-rich landscapes of Zambia, this emerald began as a patient conversation between time and earth, forming under high pressure and quiet heat until a jewel of verdant depth emerged. At The Natural Emerald Company we cherish that origin story, and we honored it through a careful cutting process that transformed the rough into a transparent, faceted emerald cut weighing 1.96 carats. With dimensions of 9.13 by 6.96 by 4.26 millimeters, vivid color intensity, very slightly included clarity as evaluated at eye level, and an excellent polish, this stone captures the classic hall of mirrors light play unique to emerald cuts. The standard enhancement applied is a traditional and accepted practice that helps unify the gem s appearance while preserving its natural character. When held to the light the stone reveals a lush, saturated green that speaks of the Zambian earth it came from, and the emerald cut frames that color with crisp lines and elegant symmetry, making every facet a window into the gem s geological journey.

Imagine this stone set into a custom piece that carries both its origin story and your personal narrative. In a solitaire ring, a delicate surround of round brilliant diamonds will amplify the emerald s vivid green, giving optical contrast and scintillation that complements the cut s step facets. For a three stone design, tapered baguette diamonds on either side will echo the rectangular geometry of the emerald cut while lending a refined, architectural silhouette. If you prefer color contrast, a pair of deep blue sapphires will heighten the green for a regal palette, while warm cognac or yellow diamonds will create a rich, vintage mood. In a pendant, a halo of small diamonds will make the center stone read larger and more luminous against either platinum for modern clarity, or 18 karat yellow gold to amplify the stone s warm, botanical tone. The 9.13 by 6.96 by 4.26 millimeter profile fits beautifully into prong, bezel, or semi bezel settings, so a design can range from bold to whisper light. Every custom piece we craft at The Natural Emerald Company becomes a continuation of the emerald s passage from Zambian earth to wearable art, and we welcome you to collaborate with our designers to place this 1.96 carat emerald at the heart of your next heirloom.