2.17 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This exceptional natural emerald offered by The Natural Emerald Company is a transparent 2.17 carat asscher octagon shape green emerald, with precise dimensions of 7.99 x 7.74 x 4.75 mm, an asscher cut that delivers elegant step facets and architectural light performance, a clarity grade described as very very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, vivid color intensity that projects a lively green, and an excellent polish that enhances brilliance. The stone carries standard enhancement, which is a widely accepted practice in the trade to improve appearance while preserving natural character, and it is sourced from Zambia, a well respected origin known for producing emeralds with strong, saturated green tones. This gem combines a rare balance of transparency, vivid hue, and meticulous cutting, creating a piece that is both visually striking and suitable for fine jewelry settings that demand both presence and refinement.

When you compare this natural Zambian emerald to lab grown alternatives, several clear advantages emerge, advantages that matter for aesthetics, provenance, and long term value. Lab grown emeralds can mimic color and chemical composition, but they lack the geological story and unique internal fingerprint that natural inclusions provide, inclusions that seasoned gem professionals and collectors use to confirm natural origin and that give each natural stone an individual character. The very very slightly included clarity in this piece means the stone reads clean and transparent to the eye while retaining those natural features that authenticate its origin, whereas laboratory stones often appear too uniform and can lack the depth and internal life that natural formation produces. From an investment perspective natural emeralds from reputable origins, especially with vivid color and excellent polish, typically maintain superior resale and collector interest compared to synthetic material. Finally, selecting a natural emerald from The Natural Emerald Company connects you with provenance and expert sourcing, it means choosing the enduring rarity and geological artistry of a stone formed over millions of years, rather than a man made replica, and it means owning a gem that will be treasured for its individuality, beauty, and lasting value.