1.10 Ct. Yellowish Green Chrysoberyl from Tanzania

This specimen is a transparent chrysoberyl weighing 1.10 carat with precise dimensions of 6.87 by 5.17 by 3.33 millimeters, presented in an emerald cut shape. The cutter has executed classic step faceting with clipped corners and a broad, polished table, producing well defined step facets on both the crown and pavilion that create even planes for color display rather than scintillation. The length to width ratio is approximately one point three three, a proportion that preserves the stone s natural emerald cut silhouette while optimizing surface area for color transmission. The depth of three point three three millimeters yields a depth ratio of approximately fifty five percent relative to the stone mean dimension, a proportion that balances face up spread and internal light return for a step cut. Clarity is graded included at eye level, so natural internal features are present and visible without magnification, and the excellent polish ensures crisp facet junctions and minimal surface abrasion, preserving the intended optical planes. Color intensity is described as intense, in a yellowish green hue typical of fine chrysoberyl from Tanzania, with vivid saturation and a slightly warm tone. This piece is natural and untreated, with no enhancement, and its gemological profile is consistent with chrysoberyl s high refractive character and solid durability, making it suitable for everyday jewelry with appropriate mounting choices.

From a design and setting perspective the emerald cut step facets of this chrysoberyl invite several customization approaches that either emphasize its saturated yellowish green color or conceal internal features depending on client preference. The broad table and step facets favor settings that present large, uninterrupted color windows, so open back mounts and low bezel galleries will maximize face up color and allow light to pass through the pavilion steps for depth and glow. Conversely, because the clarity is included at eye level, bezel settings, closed back seats, or halo surrounds can be used strategically to mask or redirect sightlines through particular inclusions while simultaneously increasing the perceived color saturation by limiting light leakage. Corner prongs at each clipped corner provide secure protection for the stone s geometry and preserve the integrity of the step cut, while four prongs placed at the corners retain the classical look and ensure mechanical stability. For clients seeking a bold, modern presentation, an east west orientation in a cabochon style cathedral or a horizontal bezel will accentuate the length and create a contemporary profile. In contrast, a halo of small brilliant cut accent stones will add contrast and sparkle, framing the step facets so that the chrysoberyl s broad flashes read as a central block of color bounded by scintillation. Tension mount concepts are technically possible but require extreme precision fitting and are generally not recommended for stones with visible inclusions or with corners that must be protected, because step cut facets rely on stable support to maintain facet junction integrity.

The Natural Gemstone Company offers tailored services to realize any of these setting concepts with technical attention to mounting geometry and long term durability. We provide bespoke prong planning to align prong placement with facet junctions so that seat preparation preserves the pavilion steps, and we engineer gallery depths to achieve the desired balance between color saturation and light return. Metal choice is an important variable in perceived hue, with yellow gold tending to warm and enhance the stone s yellowish green tone, rose gold delivering a softer vintage contrast, and white metals such as platinum or white gold giving a crisper, more modern contrast that emphasizes the stone s green component. For clients wishing to minimize inclusion visibility we recommend a shallow closed back or a halo that shifts visual focus, and for those prioritizing maximum color intensity we can design an open pavilion mount with a minimal bezel. We also offer recutting and re polishing options for clients who prefer alternate proportions or different facet arrangements, and we can produce CAD renderings and mock ups to preview prong counts, bezel heights, and complementary side stone configurations. Whether the final piece is a classic solitaire ring, a protective bezel pendant, a precision set stud earring pair, or a custom three stone engagement ring, The Natural Gemstone Company will work from the stone s exact measurements and optical character to recommend and execute the optimum setting that both protects and showcases this Tanzanian chrysoberyl. Contact us for a custom quote and technical consultation so we can match mounting style to lifestyle and optical priorities.