2.22 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This 2.22 carat faceted green emerald is precision fashioned in an emerald cut, measuring 9.10 x 6.96 x 4.60 mm, with the rectangular step facet architecture that defines the form. The cutting style emphasizes broad, parallel crown and pavilion step facets with beveled corners, creating linear light return and a controlled play of color across the table and crown planes. Color evaluation registers as intense, with rich saturation and even distribution that maximizes visual presence at this size. Clarity grade is very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, meaning modest jardin characteristics are present yet do not detract from the gem s overall transparency and depth. The polish is excellent, resulting in crisp facet junctions and a smooth bezel that enhances scintillation along culet and crown lines. Enhancement is standard, consistent with industry practice to stabilize and improve clarity, and the emerald originates from Zambia, a source known for producing deeply saturated green material with balanced blue to yellow undertones. The proportions yield a pleasing face up spread for jewelry applications, and the facet geometry supports both stepwise flash and discreet internal glow, suitable for settings that either emphasize color or pair the stone with accent diamonds.

When set in jewelry this emerald s intense green adapts to a wide range of skin tones through contrast and harmony. On fair complexions the depth of green creates a vivid, jewel like contrast, bringing warmth to porcelain tones and making the stone the immediate focal point. On medium skin tones the emerald s saturation complements natural golden and olive undertones, where a yellow gold or rose gold mounting will enrich the green and yield a warmer, cohesive palette. On deeper skin tones the intense green reads as luminous and regal, where white metals such as platinum or rhodium plated white gold provide a dramatic contrast and highlight the stone s internal clarity and step facet reflections. Setting decisions matter for perceived color, thin prongs or an open four prong mount allow maximum light entry and preserve brilliance, while a bezel increases perceived saturation and protects the girdle for daily wear. A delicate diamond halo will amplify perceived brightness without competing with the emerald s hue. This gem is offered through The Natural Emerald Company, expertly vetted and ready for custom mounting, for collectors and connoisseurs seeking a technically excellent, eye engaging Zambian emerald.