0.18 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Emerald Pair from Zambia

This pair of natural Zambian emeralds presents a concise combination of measured proportions and uncompromised material quality. The stones weigh 0.08 carats and 0.10 carats respectively, and are cut to a round outline in a mixed brilliant style. The smaller gem measures 2.97 by 2.99 by 2.07 millimeters, and the larger gem measures 3.02 by 3.01 by 2.16 millimeters. Clarity is graded as slightly included as evaluated at eye level, and color intensity is described as intense. Both stones exhibit an excellent polish, and there has been no enhancement applied to either gem. The origin is Zambia, and these stones are offered and presented by The Natural Emerald Company.

The mixed brilliant cut emphasizes optical return through a calibrated balance of crown and pavilion facets, yielding a refined pattern of internal reflections that highlights radial symmetry. Light entering each stone is met by a network of precisely cut facets that refract and reflect, producing concentrated flashes and a controlled scintillation that is particularly noticeable when the stones are viewed face up. The excellent polish on facet surfaces enhances mirror like reflection, allowing facet junctions to read sharply and supporting a clear starburst pattern from the table through to the culet area. The round outline and closely matched dimensions create a visual symmetry appropriate for paired settings, and the coordinated facet architecture of the mixed brilliant style contributes to a consistent and balanced light performance across both stones.

The relationship between color and clarity in these emeralds is central to their visual character. Intense green color depth is apparent even in small sizes, providing a saturated appearance that reads distinctly green rather than merely green tinted. Slight inclusions are present, and while they are detectable at eye level, they do not significantly interrupt the overall transparency or the lively internal reflections. These internal features can act as subtle modulators of light, creating depth and a three dimensional quality that enhances perceived richness of color. The absence of enhancement confirms that the color and clarity are natural attributes of the material as unearthed, which is an important consideration for connoisseurs who prioritize untreated gemstones. Origin from Zambia situates these stones within a known geological source for emerald material, and that provenance is part of the documented profile provided with the pair.

For practical application and setting, the matched sizes and strong symmetry make this pair well suited to paired placements such as stud earrings, matched accents in a bypass ring, or as mirror matched side stones flanking a central gem. The modest carat weights and near identical millimeter dimensions allow for tight, low profile settings that preserve the stones surface polish and enhance their reflective qualities. Jewelers will appreciate the precise millimeter measures for bezel and prong planning, and the mixed brilliant cut permits a predictable interplay of light that arranges evenly across both stones once set. Care recommendations follow standard protocols for natural emerald material, suggesting gentle cleaning with mild detergent and warm water, and avoiding harsh thermal or chemical exposure. The Natural Emerald Company provides full disclosure of weight, dimensions, cut, clarity grade, color intensity, enhancement status, and origin, to support informed decisions and accurate setting preparation.