1.97 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

A luminous 1.97 carat oval green emerald that announces itself with a pure, transparent heart and a compelling presence, measured at 9.17 by 7.15 by 4.91 mm, faceted to a mixed brilliant cut that balances fire with a classical elegance, and finished with an excellent polish that allows light to float across its table with ease. This gem carries an intense color intensity, a clarity grade of included evaluated at eye level, and a standard enhancement that honors the stone while preserving its natural character, a proud offering from Zambia that speaks of earth and provenance. The play of internal features lends each facet a subtle depth, creating a dance of verdant flashes that is at once lively and refined, a signature of The Natural Emerald Company and of connoisseurship that recognises beauty paired with rarity. Set into a bespoke mount, this emerald becomes more than an ornament, it becomes an emblem of cultivated taste and a piece to be treasured across generations.

When set in jewellery, the pure, intense green of this Zambian emerald flatters a spectrum of skin tones with rare versatility, warming fair complexions by providing a vivid contrast that brightens the face without overwhelming, and offering a cool, yet rich counterpoint to medium skin that elevates both the stone and the wearer. On olive and warm undertones the emerald harmonises with natural warmth, enhancing golden and honeyed hues and lending an air of effortless luxury, while on deeper skin tones the emerald takes on a regal presence, its intense green appearing even more saturated and jewel like, creating a striking, luminous focal point. Choice of metal allows further refinement, yellow gold amplifies warmth and vintage allure, rose gold softens and romanticises the colour, and platinum or white gold provides a modern, high contrast setting that accentuates brilliance and clarity. Whether crafted as a solitaire pendant, a refined halo ring, or an elegant pair of drop earrings, this emerald offers a transformative effect that elevates any ensemble, signalling an achievement of taste, a thoughtful investment in beauty, and a lasting symbol of distinction from The Natural Emerald Company.