1.97 Ct. Emerald from Russia

This elegant pear shape emerald weighs 1.97 carat, and measures 10.95 x 7.14 x 5.04 mm, offering an ideal balance between presence and wearability. The gem is transparent, with a medium color intensity that presents a lively, true green that reads clean and fresh to the eye. It is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, which has been executed to emphasize both scintillation and color, and the cut is complemented by an excellent polish that maximizes surface luster and face up brilliance. The clarity has been evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, a grade that assures the stone appears clean to most observers while retaining the natural character that distinguishes fine emeralds. Enhancement is standard, consistent with best practices for emerald care and presentation, and the origin is Russia, a source appreciated by connoisseurs for its distinctive emerald character. The Natural Emerald Company is proud to offer this gem as a refined example of what discerning collectors seek, combining classical appeal with technical quality.

Inclusions in this emerald are not faults to be hidden, but identifying features that contribute to the gem story and provenance. The very slightly included grade indicates internal features that are small and limited in number, visible only with close inspection at eye level by a trained observer. These inclusions typically consist of growth zoning, tiny internal crystals, and fine veils, and they function as a natural fingerprint. Each pattern of inclusions records the conditions under which the emerald formed deep in the earth, and no two stones replicate the same internal arrangement. For an educated buyer, these inclusions are valuable because they confirm natural origin, they aid gemological comparison, and they imbue the stone with unique character that cannot be replicated by synthetic processes. When standard enhancement is applied, often to improve transparency and stability, the inclusions remain as evidence of the gem’s natural history, and when disclosed, enhancement enhances the gem’s wearability without diminishing its integrity.

The Russian origin of this emerald adds another layer of interest and appeal. Emeralds from Russia are historically linked to the Ural deposits, and they are often prized for a slightly cool, well balanced green that sits comfortably between vivid and soft, offering versatility in design. The mixed brilliant cut chosen for this pear shape works especially well with the Russian green, creating lively facet contrast that brings out both sparkle and depth of color. The proportions, with a length to width relationship that favors the classic pear outline, make this gem especially suitable for pendants and drop style earrings where the shape can be admired from multiple angles. The dimensions also lend themselves to bespoke engagement rings and refined cocktail pieces for buyers who want a distinctive but wearable center stone. The excellent polish ensures that light interacts at the surface efficiently, producing crisp reflections and enhancing the perceived saturation of the green under natural and artificial lighting.

From an investment and curatorial perspective, this 1.97 carat Russian emerald represents a considered choice for the knowledgeable collector. The combination of transparency, medium color intensity, very slightly included clarity, and a quality mixed brilliant cut positions the gem in a segment sought after for both aesthetic and long term value. At The Natural Emerald Company we emphasize full disclosure and gemological context, and we can provide additional documentation and high resolution images on request to support appraisal and design decisions. We recommend setting approaches that protect the pointed end of the pear shape while showcasing the table and pavilion for optimal light return, and we can advise on mounting styles that accommodate standard enhancement treatments. If you would like to explore matching stones, custom mounting options, or certification pathways, our team is available to assist with technical detail and design guidance, ensuring that your purchase is informed, confident, and tailored to your collecting goals.