2.42 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

This Colombian origin emerald from The Natural Emerald Company is a transparent, 2.42 carat pear shape gem, with exact dimensions of 10.59 by 7.85 by 5.91 millimeters, presenting an intense green color intensity and an exceptional degree of transparency. The hue leans to a classic Colombian green, with a balanced mix of blue and yellow undertones that yields a vivid, jewel like saturation. At face view the table opens to present lively internal reflections, while the overall tone is medium to medium dark, which allows the color to read as deep and highly saturated without appearing overly dark or closed. The stone was evaluated at eye level and carries a clarity grade of very slightly included, which translates to minimal visible features that do not interrupt the overall visual performance. Enhancement is standard, applied to improve stability and appearance in a manner consistent with responsible trade practices for emeralds, and the finish on every facet is described as excellent polish, which enhances light return and tactile smoothness.

The cutting style is a mixed brilliant within a classic pear outline, meaning the crown is executed with small triangular and kite shaped facets that are oriented to maximize scintillation, while the pavilion uses a combination of brilliant pavilion facets and modified facets to preserve weight and improve light return. This mixed brilliant approach is particularly advantageous in a colored stone, because it balances the need to show saturated color with the desire for lively, sparkling facet reflections, creating a dynamic interplay between broad flashes of green and pinpoint scintillation. The cutter has respected symmetry and proportional spread, with a length to width ratio that maintains a pleasing pear profile, and the pavilion depth at approximately the given proportions supports the color without sacrificing brilliance. The excellent polish is evident in crisp facet junctions, consistent facet planes, and a smooth girdle profile, which together reduce light leakage and allow the stone to sit with optimal optical balance once set.

From a clarity and treatment perspective this gem sits in a very favorable category for Colombian emeralds, evaluated as very slightly included at eye level, which implies inclusions are present but limited in size and visibility when viewed without magnification. Colombian emeralds characteristically host a range of internal features including fine fissures and small pinpoint inclusions, and in this instance the clarity grade indicates the cutter judiciously oriented the facets to minimize inclusion visibility while retaining carat weight. The enhancement is standard, meaning commonly accepted clarity treatments have been applied to improve apparent transparency and stability, and these treatments are consistent with industry norms for natural emeralds. Regarding mechanical properties, emeralds are a variety of beryl, and on the Mohs hardness scale they measure approximately seven and a half to eight, which is lower than sapphire and ruby at nine, and substantially lower than diamond at ten, yet harder than quartz which sits at seven. It is important to note that although the intrinsic hardness of beryl provides good resistance to surface scratching, the toughness is affected by inclusions and fissures, therefore careful setting designs and appropriate wear precautions improve long term durability.

For practical use and design considerations this 2.42 carat pear shape with mixed brilliant faceting and excellent polish is exceptionally well suited to fine jewelry applications where both color and brilliance are prioritized, most notably in pendants, solitaire rings with protective settings, and bespoke earrings designed to showcase the pear silhouette. The dimensions provide a strong visual presence while remaining manageable for daily wear when set with appropriate protection, such as a bezel or partial bezel with secure prongs, which mitigates the risk to the culet and pointed tip of the pear. The intense color intensity and excellent polish reduce the need for compensatory design features, since the stone will present strong face up color and lively facet contrast on its own. As custodians of high quality Colombian emeralds, The Natural Emerald Company provides full disclosure on origin, clarity grade, enhancement status, and measurements, and we can advise on mounting choices that preserve both aesthetic appeal and structural security. For the collector or the connoisseur seeking a transparent, vividly colored Colombian emerald with refined cutting and surface finish, this gem represents a rare balance of color saturation, optical performance, and professional cutting technique, available with the provenance and service standards that define our offerings.