4.73 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This 4.73 carat round green emerald invites immediate attention for its rare combination of weight, transparency, and vivid color. Measuring 10.73 by 10.57 by 7.26 millimeters, the stone is fashioned in a mixed brilliant cut, which blends the depth and scintillation of step cutting with the lively dispersion of brilliant cutting. The mixed brilliant cut is chosen deliberately to balance color saturation with light return, so that the stone reads a vivid green in a variety of lighting conditions, while maintaining dynamic sparkle from the crown facets. The clarity is graded as slightly included evaluated at eye level, a designation that reflects the presence of natural internal features that are visible under close inspection but do not detract from the stone when worn. The polish is excellent, which ensures crisp facet junctions and superior surface luster. The enhancement is standard, using accepted clarity treatments that are disclosed and stable when the gem is properly cared for. The origin of this piece is Zambia, a source increasingly prized for producing emeralds with clean, lively green tones and fine crystallography.

What truly sets this emerald apart are the unique inclusions that give it an unmistakable signature, the hallmark of a natural gem with character and provenance. Zambian emeralds commonly display internal features that differ in character from Colombian stones, and this specimen exemplifies those regional signatures. Within the pavilion and crown, one can observe delicate internal growth structures and fine needle like inclusions that create a soft silky translucence in portions of the stone, contributing to depth and visual texture without obscuring clarity. There are also small three phase inclusions, where liquid, gas, and a tiny crystal coexist in a single pocket, an inclusion type that is diagnostic of certain natural emeralds and often used by gemologists to confirm natural origin. In addition, scattered mineral crystals with subtle reflective faces can be seen under magnification, producing tiny flashes and a natural garden effect that collectors affectionately call jardins. These jardins are not flaws, they are fingerprints, evidence of the stone forming in a dynamic geological environment over millions of years. The patterning of inclusions in this round mixed brilliant cut plays well with the facet design, producing a signature visual rhythm that makes each viewing slightly different as light and perspective change.

For the educated buyer, this emerald represents a compelling convergence of factors that drive value and collectability. The vivid color intensity, a deep pure green with a slight cool tone typical of high quality Zambian material, commands premium interest because color is the primary determinant of an emeralds desirability. Combined with a weight of 4.73 carats in a classic round form, the stone occupies a desirable segment of the market where large, clean, vividly colored stones become rare. The slightly included clarity grade maintains the stones natural character, while the excellent polish and the precision of the mixed brilliant cut maximize brilliance and wearability for jewelry. The standard enhancement is fully disclosed, and is the industry norm for maintaining clarity while preserving structural integrity. At The Natural Emerald Company we prioritize full transparency about origin, treatments, and inclusions, and we document these aspects so that buyers understand exactly what they are acquiring. For setting and care we recommend secure mounting that protects the girdle and avoids exposure to harsh chemicals, and periodic inspection to ensure that the enhancement remains stable. This emerald is ideal for a bespoke ring or a statement pendant where its vivid Zambian green and internal garden will be admired up close, and where its natural inclusions will be appreciated as authentic evidence of its geological history.