3.17 Ct. Emerald from Colombia

This transparent Colombian emerald is a precisely graded specimen, weighing 3.17 carat, with dimensions of 9.74 by 9.70 by 5.51 millimeters, and a round shape executed in a mixed brilliant cut. The cutting style combines facets that optimize both color saturation and light return, while the excellent polish ensures clean facet junctions and smooth table reflections. Clarity is graded as slightly included when evaluated at eye level, a common and expected characteristic for natural emeralds which often contain internal features that validate their natural origin. Color is vivid in intensity, presenting the deep, saturated green that distinguishes top Colombian material, and enhancement is standard, applied to improve surface reaching fissures and visual clarity in a historically accepted and stable manner. The Natural Emerald Company confirms origin as Colombia, and the combination of weight, cut profile, color saturation, and finish makes this an important stone for designs that require a strong and authentic green presence.

When assessed for brilliance in relation to more common gemstones, this emerald exhibits a different but equally compelling visual appeal. Compared to diamond, which displays exceptional brilliance and dispersion because of a refractive index near 2.42, emeralds have a lower refractive index around 1.57 to 1.58 and therefore do not replicate the intense white sparkle and fire of diamond. Compared to sapphire, which typically has a refractive index near 1.76, emeralds present less white light return but compensate through color depth and a unique internal landscape. The mixed brilliant cut enhances scintillation by introducing smaller, brilliant style facets to the crown, which increases face up brightness without sacrificing the rich green tone. The slightly included clarity grade, when combined with the vivid color, produces a sense of depth and internal glow that is characteristic of fine emeralds, and for many connoisseurs this depth of color and the way light interacts with the internal structure are more desirable than sheer brilliance. In practical terms the stone stands out because it communicates its presence through saturated hue and internal vitality rather than through the high contrast flash associated with colorless stones, and the excellent polish amplifies the perceived quality by presenting clean, bright facet reflections that work with the color, rather than competing with it.

For setting and care, this emerald is well suited to designs where color is the focal point, such as solitaire rings, bezel settings that protect the girdle, or halo mounts that provide a frame of white metal for contrast. The 9.74 by 9.70 by 5.51 millimeter proportions give a strong visual face up presence while remaining comfortable for hand wear, and the mixed brilliant cut creates balanced light return for daily viewing. Because enhancement is standard, routine care should avoid harsh chemical cleansers and ultrasonic or steam cleaning, and periodic professional inspection is recommended to ensure that the enhancement media and setting remain stable. The Natural Emerald Company provides full disclosure on treatment and origin, and we can advise on appropriate mounting styles and maintenance to preserve both the color and structural integrity of the stone. This emerald offers the combination of authentic Colombian color, meticulous finishing, and a cut that bridges the need for sparkle and the imperative of rich hue, making it an excellent choice for clients who prioritize genuine color presence and natural character over the stark brilliance of more common colorless gems.