2.04 Ct. Cabochon Emerald from Afghanistan

When you are searching for a gemstone that will signal the end of a long search, whether for an engagement ring that is both unique and timeless, a milestone gift that will be cherished for generations, or a rare addition to a discerning collection, this emerald answers that need with grace and authority. At The Natural Emerald Company we understand that you are not just buying color and carat, you are choosing a story, a presence, and a promise. This piece will satisfy someone who seeks deep, natural beauty without compromise, someone who values provenance and craftsmanship as much as appearance and wearable elegance. If your priority is an emerald that reads as both authentic and exceptional, that adapts beautifully to bespoke settings, and that communicates refined taste without being ostentatious, this cushion shape green emerald fulfills that brief in every way, and it does so with the quiet confidence of a natural stone sourced and selected by experts.

This is a translucent 2.04 carat cushion shape green emerald, with precise dimensions of 7.76 x 7.60 x 5.37 mm, cut in a classic sugar loaf style that softens lines and intensifies color when set in light. The stone carries a clarity grade of included, evaluated at eye level, which means natural internal features are visible to the unaided eye, and those features lend character and authenticity that many collectors prize. Its color reads as intense color intensity, a saturated green that sings when held to light, and it benefits from an excellent polish that creates a smooth reflective surface and a comfortable feel against the skin. Enhancement is standard, a common and accepted treatment that stabilizes and improves the stone while preserving natural beauty, and the origin is Afghanistan, a source known for producing emeralds with deep, vivid green tones. Taken together these attributes make the gem a rare find, one that shows both natural character and an uncompromised visual impact.

For someone planning an engagement ring, this emerald adapts to multiple design directions while always remaining the focal point. Set in a simple bezel, the sugar loaf silhouette will wear elegantly and securely, with the rounded profile offering comfort for everyday wear. Framed in a halo of small diamonds, the intense green will appear even more vivid, the contrast amplifying brilliance without overwhelming the stone itself. For a collector, the cushion shape and the visible inclusions provide a study in natural formation, a piece that holds interest whether viewed in sunlight or under magnification, and that complements a portfolio that values origin and character. If you prefer pendant or cocktail ring settings, the stone’s dimensions and translucent nature promise impressive face up presence, and its excellent polish ensures spectacular interaction with light. At The Natural Emerald Company we offer consultation on design choices tailored to your lifestyle and aesthetic, and we can provide recommendations for metal choice, complementary stones, and secure settings that protect the integrity of the sugar loaf profile.

The provenance of this emerald further elevates its appeal, with Afghanistan producing emeralds prized for their saturated greens and depth of tone. The sugar loaf cut is a traditional approach that respects the natural crystal form, retaining more of the rough to maximize color and weight while smoothing the surface into a pleasing domed profile. Natural inclusions are not flaws to be hidden, they are fingerprints of formation, each line and feather telling a chapter of geological history, and for many connoisseurs these features affirm authenticity in ways that clarity grades alone cannot. The standard enhancement used here is a recognized technique that stabilizes and improves the stone, done in a manner that preserves the gem’s visual language and long term durability. Whether your objective is to celebrate a personal milestone, to invest in a tangible heirloom, or simply to possess one of nature’s most coveted greens, this emerald from Afghanistan communicates rarity, heritage, and the kind of beauty that rewards careful appreciation.

Buying this gem through The Natural Emerald Company means you are supported by expertise, transparency, and service designed around your needs. We provide detailed documentation describing the gem’s specifications, including carat weight, dimensions, clarity evaluation, cut type, polish, enhancement status, and country of origin, so you can make an informed decision. If you wish, we can arrange professional photography, gemological reports, secure insured shipping, and trusted appraisal services, and we are available to discuss custom setting options to ensure the final piece reflects your vision and daily life. Our recommendation for this particular stone is to treat it as the centerpiece of a design that highlights its intense green and cushion proportions, to select setting details that protect the sugar loaf profile, and to embrace the natural inclusions as part of the gem’s story. If you are ready to move forward or if you would like to see matching accent stones, sketches of settings, or guidance on care and maintenance, contact us and let The Natural Emerald Company complete your search with this exceptional 2.04 carat Afghan emerald, a stone made to stop a search and begin a tradition.