Solitaire Kunzite Ring 10.63 Ct., 18K Yellow Gold

This ring centers a remarkable 10.63 carat pink kunzite, cut in a classic emerald cut, with precise dimensions of 12.55 x 10.58 x 9.02 mm. The gem presents intense color saturation and a transparent body that reads as vivid and uniform to the eye, and it has been evaluated at eye level as eye clean, meaning observers will not see inclusions without magnification under normal viewing conditions. There has been no enhancement applied to this kunzite, and its documented origin in Afghanistan is an important part of its story, as Afghan kunzites are prized for their saturated pastel to vivid pink tones and for the larger crystals that allow for fine cutting. The overall presentation is intentionally pure and natural, and that provenance combined with the lack of treatments enhances both aesthetic appeal and long term value for collectors and connoisseurs. The Natural Gemstone Company has selected this stone for its exceptional native color and for the way its natural properties respond to careful cutting and setting, making this piece desirable to an educated buyer who values documented origin and untreated material.

The defining feature of this gemstone is the precision of its emerald cut faceting, which is executed to emphasize both color and clarity while optimizing light performance. Emerald cuts are step cuts consisting of parallel, rectangular facets that create a hall of mirrors effect, and the cutter of this kunzite has aligned facet planes with tight symmetry and balanced proportions to produce crisp light reflections along each step. The large table and well proportioned crown permit an even distribution of color across the stone, while the pavilion facets are angled to return light in broad flashes rather than scintillation, which accentuates the kunzites saturated pink and enables a strong, coherent face up color. The facet junctions are clean and meet with meticulous accuracy, contributing to the excellent polish and sharpening the contrast between the step facets, and this level of polish reduces surface diffusion of light, preserving the stones transparency and vibrancy. For connoisseurs who appreciate geometry and optical behavior, the emerald cut here is a study in restraint and precision, prioritizing color intensity and clarity over brilliance, which is the hallmark of an expertly executed step cut in a stone of this size and quality.

The mounting in 14K yellow gold complements the kunzites warm pink hue and is engineered to showcase the stone while providing secure support. The four prong setting and an open gallery allow light to enter the pavilion and reflect back through the table and step facets, reinforcing the face up color and the linear reflections characteristic of the emerald cut. The ring shank is substantial enough to balance the sizeable 10.63 carat stone, and the metal choice of 14K yellow gold offers a subtle warm contrast that elevates the pink without overpowering it. For maintenance and long term care, it is important to note that kunzite can be sensitive to prolonged exposure to intense light, and modest precautions will preserve its saturation over time, which in turn protects the investment value. Collectors and buyers who prioritize natural, untreated gems from reputable sources will find this piece particularly appealing, because the combination of Afghan origin, no enhancement, eye clean clarity, intense color, and an expertly executed emerald cut make this ring both visually striking and intellectually satisfying. The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind this selection as an example of fine material and precise lapidary work, and we present it to discerning clients who seek a gemstone with verifiable provenance and impeccable faceting.