7.24 Ct. Emerald from Brazil

The Art of Gem Cutting: Enhancing the Beauty of a 7.24-Carat Bluish Green Emerald

The Natural Emerald Company is proud to present an exquisite 7.24-carat oval-shaped bluish green emerald. Renowned for its captivating play of colors and transparency, this gemstone comes from the verdant lands of Brazil, a country celebrated for producing some of the world's most sought-after emeralds. Its dimensions, standing at 14.78 x 11.44 x 7.62 mm, ensure a magnificent stage that showcases its unique features. Among its many attributes, this emerald's mixed brilliant cut stands out. This intricate cut enhances its inherent properties, resulting in exceptional light reflection and allowing this gemstone to exhibit an intense color intensity that appeals to even the most discerning connoisseurs.

The mixed brilliant cut is a masterful technique employed by skilled gem cutters to marry the best attributes of two traditional cuts: the step cut and the brilliant cut. In this emerald, the mixed brilliant cut harnesses the flat, broad facets much like those seen in a traditional step cut which enhances clarity by minimizing internal inclusions that might otherwise be prominent in a gemstone of this caliber. Coupled with numerous triangular and kite-shaped facets akin to those in a brilliant cut, light is captured and reflected in a dazzling dance. This marriage of techniques means that every facet has been meticulously designed to coax the most enchanting hues from the emerald, creating a kaleidoscope effect that alternates seamlessly between green and blue tones. The result is an unparalleled luminescence that bathes the stone in life from every angle.

When we consider clarity, this particular gem possesses an included grade as evaluated at eye level. While inclusions are common in natural emeralds and indeed a testament to their authenticity, the mixed brilliant cut ensures that these inclusions do not overshadow the gem’s allure. Instead, the cut plays them in concert with the emerald’s other features, ensuring a dialog between the interior and exterior that highlights the stone’s natural purity. This consideration is especially pertinent for the knowledgeable buyer who values not only the optical characteristics of the gem but also its authenticity and provenance.

The polish of the emerald further accentuates these attributes. The polish can be likened to the final brushstroke that completes a masterpiece, and in this case, it serves to bestow an exceptional finish to the finely crafted facets. The excellent polish applied by the experts at The Natural Emerald Company results in a surface that heightens the emerald's ability to catch and refract light. This contributes to what is often described as an ‘internal glow’, a feature in part responsible for emeralds' persistent allure over centuries. Understanding this gem’s provenance from Brazil also adds a narrative layer, reinforcing its value through geographic significance and the rich history of emerald mining in the region.

For the educated buyer, such features are not merely decorative but are rooted in a deep understanding of geological processes as well as craft-based practices that place a premium on quality. The stone’s intense color intensity is a particularly salient point of value. Unlike emeralds from other regions, Brazilian emeralds are revered for their vibrant and unique hues. This deep and saturate bluish green invokes the depths of the earth from which it was hewn, simultaneously embodying a timeless beauty.

In sum, this Brazilian emerald available through The Natural Emerald Company is a convergence of natural wonder and artisanal excellence. It offers transparency and an enriched hue only exaggerated by its sophisticated cut and fine polish. The 7.24-carat stone appeals not just visually, but intellectually, offering informed buyers a glimpse into its wondrous journey from raw to polished. By understanding these defining elements that contribute to its glowing presentation, buyers are not only acquiring a gemstone but also a piece of earth’s legacy expertly shaped and transformed into an enduring symbol of elegance and prestige.