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3.84 Ct. Blue Aquamarine from Brazil
Item ID: | K31105 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 15.23 Width: 11.65 Height: 6.21 |
Weight: | 3.84 Ct. |
Color: help | Blue |
Color intensity: help | Light |
Clarity: help | Very Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Fancy |
Cut: | Step Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Brazil |
Per carat price: help | $400 |
This 3.84 carat fancy shaped aquamarine from Brazil is a rare combination of size, clarity, and natural color, with dimensions 15.23 by 11.65 by 6.21 mm, faceted with a precise step cut, clarity grade very very slightly included evaluated at eye level, light color intensity, excellent polish, and no enhancement. The transparent body and eye clean nature allow light to travel through each step facet, producing a crisp, icy blue that reads cool and sophisticated in direct light, and softly luminous in softer settings. The generous table and well balanced proportions let this gem perform like a larger stone, making it ideal for a bold solitaire ring or an elegant pendant, and The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind its Brazilian origin and untreated pedigree.
Compare its hue and tone to gemstones from other famous locations, the pale ocean blue of this Brazilian piece differs notably from the deep velvety blue associated with Santa Maria mines in Brazil, which tend to command premium prices for their intense saturation. Compare its hue and tone to gemstones from other famous locations, Pakistani and Afghan aquamarines often exhibit a greener, deeper sea tone, whereas many Madagascan finds show a stronger blue saturation but sometimes require heat treatment to achieve consistent color. African aquamarines from Mozambique and Nigeria can be vibrant yet often carry a slight green secondary hue, and many commercial examples on the market are heat enhanced to remove green tones or to deepen saturation, a process absent in this natural specimen. The lack of enhancement in this gem increases its rarity and value, and the step cut emphasizes its pure, crystalline clarity rather than masking inclusions or color inconsistencies.
When compared for overall value, this 3.84 carat, unenhanced Brazilian aquamarine offers a superior balance of natural beauty and practical wearability, its light color intensity makes it versatile next to both white gold and platinum, and its eye clean clarity preserves sparkle without cloudiness. Collectors and designers will appreciate the stone for its natural origin, excellent polish, and architectural step cut that amplifies brilliance while maintaining a refined, modern aesthetic. For shoppers seeking authentic, untreated gems with documented provenance and exceptional presentation, this aquamarine from The Natural Gemstone Company is a compelling and trustworthy choice.
