4.62 Ct. Cabochon Malachite from Russia

When you are searching for a stone that solves a design challenge, whether you want a striking center for a bespoke engagement ring, a bold cabochon for a signature cocktail ring, or a conversation starting pendant, this malachite answers the call, The Natural Gemstone Company presents one beautiful opaque 4.62 carat oval bluish green malachite that fits effortlessly into high end custom work, its measurements are 12.17 by 10.16 by 3.80 mm, its silhouette is a classic oval cabochon that gives jewelers a versatile canvas for both contemporary and classic settings, you will appreciate that this stone is unenhanced, originating from Russia, and that it has been polished to an excellent finish giving it a tactile smoothness that invites touch, as a gem professional I recognize how a combination of vivid color intensity and very slightly included clarity at eye level creates a piece that reads as both natural and refined.

Visually this malachite delivers the rich, layered greens that collectors and designers prize, the bluish green tones are vivid and well saturated, the characteristic banding of malachite appears as elegant linear stripes and subtle variations that create depth and movement across the oval surface, because the gem is opaque and cut en cabochon the patterning becomes the focal point rather than facets, the very slightly included clarity grade evaluated at eye level tells you the stone is natural and robust for jewelry making, you will note there are no treatments or enhancements applied, this purity of origin and finish means color and pattern are entirely the stone itself, the cabochon dome height of 3.80 mm is a practical mid height that balances presence with wearability, and the 12.17 by 10.16 mm footprint is an ideal scale for many popular custom jewelry silhouettes.

From a designer and setter perspective the oval cabochon shape is one of the most forgiving and adaptable forms you can choose, the proportions of this malachite allow for centered bezel settings that protect its edges while showcasing the banded surface, the moderate height allows the stone to sit close to the finger in rings, reducing snagging while retaining optical depth, if you prefer an open back or bezel with gallery work the size supports creative metalwork without overpowering the malachite pattern, for statement pendants and brooches the 4.62 carat weight gives a satisfying presence on a chain or as a focal element in a mixed gem composition, because malachite is softer than many gem minerals a secure bezel or soft prong design is often recommended, however its compact dimensions make it ideal for custom inlay, half bezel, or halo styles where accent diamonds or colored gems can frame the malachite without obscuring its natural stripes, the oval form offers rotation options in the setting, so you can orient the banding vertically to elongate a finger, or horizontally to accentuate the width of a pendant.

When your goal is a finished piece that communicates quality, authenticity, and distinctiveness, this malachite from Russia meets those expectations, The Natural Gemstone Company stands behind the stone as a true natural specimen with no enhancement, vivid color intensity, and excellent polish, our clients choose pieces like this when they want their custom work to be unmistakably natural and immediately wearable, if you are planning an engagement piece that favors personality over flash, a daily wearable ring that still reads as special, or a one of a kind pendant that tells a story, this stone is a perfect starting point, our team can advise on complementary metal choices, suitable setting styles, and whether accent stones will enhance or compete with the banded surface, we invite you to consider the balance of weight, scale, and protection this oval cabochon provides, with its ready to set dimensions and appealing surface, your search for a distinctive natural malachite that performs beautifully in custom jewelry truly ends here.