6.83 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This cushion shape green emerald of 6.83 carats presents itself with proportions and presence that immediately set it apart from the ordinary, with dimensions of 13.67 x 10.23 x 7.30 mm, a mixed brilliant cut, and an excellent polish that together deliver both fire and depth, and a vivid color intensity that reads green at first glance rather than muddy or bluish. Where many market options trade off transparency for color saturation or vice versa, this stone maintains a rare balance, transparent enough to reveal internal character while still delivering the lush, saturated hue collectors seek. Evaluated at eye level the clarity is very very slightly included, meaning that the gem reads clean and lively to the unaided eye, while the standard enhancement used is fully disclosed, consistent with responsible practice, and preserves the gemmatic integrity that discriminating buyers demand. From The Natural Emerald Company this emerald arrives with full attention to cutting angles and polish quality, which is why its surface scintillation and table to crown interaction outperform many comparable pieces that rely solely on color to impress.

The signature that truly makes this Zambian emerald unforgettable is found in the inclusions, a natural fingerprint that no lab grown or overly treated stone can replicate, a garden of delicate growth features that gives depth and personality. Instead of large obstructive cavities or clouds that deaden the gem, this stone shows fine, feathery growth structures and tiny pinpoint crystals dispersed in a subtle, three dimensional pattern, the sort of internal architecture that acts like a microscopic landscape, catching and scattering light in a way that creates a living, changing visual experience as you move the gem. These inclusions are not blemishes to hide, they are the opposite, they authenticate origin and natural formation, they create a sense of depth that makes the vivid green appear to come from within the stone rather than be painted on the surface. In direct comparison to many commercial emeralds that are heavily filled or show obvious surface reaching fissures, this gem communicates refinement, a quiet complexity that appeals to connoisseurs who prize both aesthetic purity and a truthful natural story.

The mixed brilliant cut cushion shape is a deliberate choice to maximize both brilliance and color, an advantage over traditional step cuts which emphasize color but sacrifice scintillation, and over aggressive brilliant cuts that can wash out hue in larger stones. The facet architecture in this piece has been executed to promote internal light return while preserving the strong vivid green that distinguishes Zambian material, the pavilion depth and crown angles calibrated to avoid windowing and to enhance face up color. Excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and unobstructed light travel, which is why under showroom lighting the stone exhibits lively flashes and a velvety field of color that does not become flat. For designers and end customers this versatility is important, because the gem performs beautifully in a variety of settings, from an elegant solitaire that showcases its transparency to a halo design that amplifies presence without obscuring the unique internal garden that gives the piece its signature.

When placed in the context of the wider marketplace the value proposition of this emerald is clear, a rare combination of scale, color, clarity, and natural character that is increasingly hard to source. Many emeralds in the same size range sacrifice clarity for saturation or rely on heavy treatments to achieve a desirable face up color, but this stone from Zambia offers a vivid, natural looking hue with very very slight inclusions at eye level and a standard enhancement only, which preserves the tactile and visual qualities buyers truly prize. The Natural Emerald Company stands behind every aspect of this gem, from ethical sourcing and transparent disclosure to expert cutting and secure delivery, and we encourage interested clients to request close up imagery and independent laboratory documentation where available, or to arrange an in person viewing so the unmistakable signature of the inclusions and the superior cut quality can be experienced firsthand. For collectors seeking a statement center stone that combines natural provenance, artisanal cutting, and an authentic internal life, this 6.83 carat Zambian emerald represents a rare opportunity to own a gem that outperforms many alternatives on both emotional and technical grounds.