7.02 Ct. Emerald from Zambia

This C.Dunaigre certified green emerald presents a precise combination of weight, dimensions, and optical character that will satisfy the discerning buyer. At 7.02 carats and measuring 11.76 by 9.65 by 8.20 mm, this stone is a substantial example of the emerald cut step style, with a broad table and clearly defined rectangular facets that emphasize depth and color saturation. The cutting style is faceted, with meticulous facet junctions and facet proportions chosen to balance light return against the inherent translucency of emerald material. Clarity is graded slightly included at eye level, which reflects natural jardin features typical of Zambian emeralds, and these inclusions are positioned and oriented so as to preserve a clean face up appearance. Color intensity is evaluated as intense, delivering a vivid green that displays even distribution across the table under standard viewing conditions. The polish is excellent, producing crisp facet planes and controlled reflections that enhance the stone's brilliance and enable the step facets to articulate parallel flashes of light.

From a craftsmanship perspective, the emerald cut was executed to maximize the stone surface while maintaining strong pavilion depth and an optimized crown height, which together produce well proportioned contrast between the step facets and the gem body tone. The cutting emphasizes the gem's color rather than artificial brightening, and the standard enhancement reported is consistent with accepted treatment practice for emeralds, applied to improve clarity while retaining stability and natural appearance. Origin is Zambia, a source noted for producing emeralds with clean tone and a slightly bluish green tendency, and the C.Dunaigre certification provides independent verification of the stone parameters and treatment notation. The gem exhibits good symmetry and a girdle finish appropriate for secure mounting in high end settings, making it suitable for solitaire rings or bespoke jewelry designs where the geometry of the emerald cut can be showcased.

Acquiring this emerald from The Natural Emerald Company represents an investment in both material quality and artisanal skill, because the combination of size, intense color, and refined emerald cut is uncommon in market available gems. Beyond aesthetic appeal, documented provenance and certification support long term collectability and marketability, while the traditional enhancement and excellent polish ensure the gem will perform reliably in jewelry. For buyers who value technical refinement and verifiable quality, this Zambian emerald is an investment in enduring beauty and expert craftsmanship.