Emeralds
What makes an emerald exceptional
Colour is the headline, and it should look natural and alive.
The most desirable emeralds show a vivid green with balanced tone and attractive depth. You want colour that reads evenly across the stone, rather than areas that look overly dark or washed out. Cut quality matters because it influences brightness and how the emerald carries colour on the hand. We focus on stones that look elegant in everyday light, not only under spotlights.
Clarity, in practical terms
Emeralds are expected to have inclusions, the question is how they present.Text:
Natural emeralds commonly show inclusions, often described as an emerald’s garden. Many are perfectly acceptable when they do not distract at normal viewing distance. What matters is whether the stone looks transparent and lively, rather than cloudy. We prioritise emeralds that appear crisp face up and avoid features that reduce brilliance or create obvious haziness.
Treatments and transparency
Honest guidance is part of luxury service.
Many emeralds are treated to improve apparent clarity, and the degree of treatment can influence rarity and pricing. We explain what is known about treatment for each stone and what it means for value and long term expectations. Where certification or supporting documentation is available, we recommend keeping it with the piece as part of the emerald’s provenance.
Settings that protect and flatter
Emerald design should be refined, but never fragile.
Emerald rings should be designed around the stone’s shape and depth so they sit comfortably and remain secure. Protective details such as well placed claws, supportive galleries, and considered halo proportions help reduce snagging and protect corners. Metal choice also changes the overall impression. Yellow gold can enrich warmth and feel classic, while platinum and white gold create a cleaner contrast and a more contemporary finish. We will guide you to the combination that suits your emerald and your lifestyle.