1.97 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

One exquisite gem defines a moment, and this 1.97 carat asscher octagon green emerald is that moment, captured in faceted perfection by The Natural Emerald Company. Measuring 7.90 x 7.86 x 4.75 mm, this stone combines precise geometry with organic origin, presenting an elegant balance between the purity of a modern asscher cut and the deep, living green that only a Colombian emerald can offer. The cut is an asscher style, refined to emphasize symmetry and step facet brilliance, while the clarity is graded as slightly included at eye level, lending the gem a natural character and a whisper of provenance. Color intensity reads as intense, a rich saturated green that glows from within, and the polish is excellent, producing a mirror like surface that allows light to travel through the stone and reveal its inner life. This emerald has undergone standard enhancement, a disclosed and traditional practice that enhances clarity while preserving the stone’s integrity and value. Presented by The Natural Emerald Company, this emerald speaks to those who seek rarity, sophistication, and the quiet confidence that comes with owning something undeniably authentic.

To see this emerald is to feel its depth. The asscher octagon cut creates a cathedral of step facets that draw the eye inward, creating a play of light and shadow that is both architectural and sensual. Unlike more brilliant cuts that scatter light for explosive sparkle, the asscher focuses brilliance into planes, allowing the rich green to appear as a velvety, living color that shifts with movement and light. The slightly included clarity contributes to the stone’s personality, tiny markers of time and pressure formed over millions of years that tell an origin story no laboratory can perfectly replicate. Colombian origin imparts a pedigree that the connoisseur recognizes immediately, a lineage of emeralds celebrated across centuries for their depth of hue and luminous saturation. The excellent polish ensures each facet is crisp, every edge clean, so that the gem reads as both elegant and powerful when mounted. When set in precious metal, this emerald becomes a focal point that announces refined taste without ostentation, a conversation starter, and a heirloom in formation.

In comparing this natural Colombian emerald to lab grown alternatives, one must consider more than surface perfection and price alone. Lab grown emeralds are technically impressive, offering consistent color and fewer inclusions, and they can be crafted to exacting standards, providing value and uniformity that appeal to many buyers. However, natural emeralds like this 1.97 carat asscher octagon offer advantages that transcend mere aesthetics. Each natural stone is a unique record of geological history, an individual created under conditions that cannot be truly replicated in a laboratory. The slightly included clarity of this piece is evidence of its journey, natural inclusions that authenticate origin and add depth to the color, contributing to a richness and complexity that lab grown stones often lack. From an investment perspective, natural Colombian emeralds maintain and often grow in value due to their rarity and provenance, while lab grown stones typically depreciate as production scales. For the discerning client, ownership of a natural emerald is a statement of stewardship of a finite resource, a choice for scarcity and story over uniformity and abundance. Standard enhancement is a transparent, accepted treatment that improves visual appeal while preserving the stone’s natural essence, and The Natural Emerald Company ensures that every disclosure is clear, every stone is ethically sourced, and provenance is verifiable.

To wear this emerald is to carry a piece of the earth’s history with intentional elegance, and The Natural Emerald Company is honored to present it to those who demand authenticity and luxury. We offer bespoke consultation to help you envision the perfect setting, whether you seek a modern solitaire that showcases the asscher octagon geometry, a period inspired halo that amplifies the intense green, or a custom creation that reflects a personal narrative. Our team provides complete documentation regarding origin, enhancement, and grading, and we stand behind our gems with expert care guidance and guaranteed authenticity. For collectors and connoisseurs, this emerald is not merely an accessory, it is a milestone, an achievement that signals discernment and refined taste. Allow us to guide you through the selection and commissioning process, to secure this exceptional Colombian emerald as a centerpiece of your collection, and to wrap it in the provenance and service that only The Natural Emerald Company provides. Owning this emerald is a declaration, a quiet but unmistakable affirmation of your appreciation for natural rarity, masterful craftsmanship, and the enduring allure of true gemstones.