2.70 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

From the highlands and misted valleys of Colombia this emerald began its life as a whisper hidden within metamorphic rock, a slow crystallization of color that took millions of years to perfect. Miners working by skill and intuition uncovered a rough crystal that held an intense green like the interior of a tropical canopy. At The Natural Emerald Company we honor that origin, tracing each gem back to responsible sources and acknowledging the human hands that coaxed it free. This particular stone carries the earthy memory of its birthplace, a clarity and depth that reveal both the geological forces and the careful stewardship of the people who found it. When light first met its polished facets the same verdant intensity that first drew a miner to the rough returned with renewed life, and that moment of transformation is essential to the story we tell with every gem we present.

Measured precisely as a 2.70 carat emerald cut, with dimensions of 11.90 x 7.33 x 4.33 mm, this emerald is a study in proportion and balance. The emerald cut accentuates the stone body, creating long, elegant step facets that emphasize the gem s intense green, while offering a broad table that displays its transparent nature. The clarity is very slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a characteristic that speaks to the natural origin of the piece and which, once set, contributes to the gem s internal liveliness rather than detracting from it. The polish is excellent, allowing crisp facet junctions and a mirror like finish that enhances color saturation and light play. Enhancement is standard, a widely accepted practice that stabilizes and improves visual clarity without altering the essential natural beauty. Origin confirmed as Colombia gives this emerald not only provenance but a pedigree, because Colombian emeralds are renowned for their pure, rich tones and finely balanced saturation.

For custom jewelry this gemstone is ideal because its size and shape invite both classic and inventive settings. The length and width at 11.90 by 7.33 millimeters create a commanding tabletop surface for a solitaire engagement ring or a striking cocktail ring, while the moderate depth of 4.33 millimeters allows secure bezel or prong settings that protect the girdle and corners without sacrificing brilliance. The emerald cut s geometry lends itself to elegant three stone designs, to a halo that magnifies the center color, or to architectural settings where step facets of surrounding diamonds echo the stone s rhythm. Designers will appreciate how the long rectangular silhouette sits gracefully on a finger, elongating the hand and allowing for both east west and north south orientations in bespoke pieces. Because the clarity is very slightly included to the eye, jewelers can play with open prong work to display the interior character, or choose a more protective setting for an heirloom that will be worn daily.

We at The Natural Emerald Company curate this emerald not only as a beautiful object, but as a narrative ready to be continued in a custom design that reflects individual taste and occasion. Whether paired with warm 18 karat yellow gold to heighten its green glow, set in cool platinum for contemporary contrast, or embraced by a vintage inspired filigree, this gem adapts and elevates the concept of personal adornment. Our craftspeople can advise on mounting techniques that preserve the stone s proportions while maximizing security and visual impact, and our bespoke service includes design sketches and metal samples so that the final piece is exactly as envisioned. For a client seeking a centerpiece with presence, a talisman with origin, and a jewel that carries both history and modern workmanship, this Colombian emerald delivers. Contact The Natural Emerald Company for a private consultation to discuss settings, metal choices, and design variations, and let this emerald s journey continue as a singular custom creation that will be treasured for generations.