0.97 Ct.Tw.Total Carat Weight Smokey Quartz Pair from Madagascar

This matched pair of natural brown smokey quartz from Madagascar presents a precise study in step cut geometry and optical consistency, ideal for settings that demand measured symmetry and controlled light performance. Each stone is an emerald cut, with weights of 0.48 carats and 0.49 carats respectively, and measured dimensions of 5.99 x 4.00 x 2.87 mm and 6.02 x 4.05 x 2.91 mm. The cut follows classic emerald cut proportions, with broad step facets on the crown and pavilion that emphasize linear contrast and a broad table that moderates brilliance while enhancing the stone body color. Facet junctions have been executed to tight tolerances, producing crisp step transitions and parallelism between opposing facets that yield balanced light return across the table and crown. The stones exhibit excellent polish, contributing to strong surface reflectivity and clarity of facet windowing. Optical behavior is consistent from table to pavilion, showing the expected subdued dispersion of quartz and a stable medium light brown color intensity that reads uniformly across the matched pair when viewed at normal jewelry angles.

From a clarity and treatment perspective these emerald cut smokey quartz stones are graded very slightly included, evaluated at eye level, which communicates that inclusions are minor and do not interfere with the faceted plane or the visual integrity of the step pattern. Typical features seen in very slightly included quartz of this nature include fine healed needles or minute crystalline inclusions located towards the pavilion or near facet junctions, each of which has been oriented and removed from critical optical zones during cutting to preserve the signature step contrast. The gems have undergone controlled heat treatment, a standard enhancement for smokey quartz intended to stabilize and refine the brown tone by altering defect centers in the crystal lattice, while minimising color zoning and enhancing overall translucency. Heat treatment in this context is precisely calibrated to preserve hardness and polishability, and to avoid any unwanted phase changes. The cutter matched proportions, table sizes, and crown angles between the two stones to achieve uniform color saturation and matching light performance, making this pair particularly suited for applications where mirror symmetry is required, such as studs, cufflinks, or paired ring settings.

The Natural Gemstone Company sources this matched pair from vetted artisanal and small scale operations in Madagascar under a supply chain framework designed for traceability, ethical procurement, and community benefit. Each parcel of rough is documented from mine site through cutting and finishing, with chain of custody records and export documentation that trace origin and transactions. Our sourcing protocol includes requirements for adherence to local regulations, safe working conditions, and fair compensation structures for miners and cutters, plus support for progressive rehabilitation of mined areas to reduce environmental impact. We employ third party audits and periodic on site reviews to verify that no forced labor or exploitative practices occur, and we prioritize direct purchasing relationships that reduce intermediaries and increase transparency. Additionally, The Natural Gemstone Company actively supports training programs and equipment investments in local cutting workshops to improve yield, reduce waste, and raise the technical standard of finished stones, which in turn enables more stones of matching proportions and quality to be produced. For clients who require documentation, provenance files and treatment disclosures are available upon request, allowing buyers to confirm both the technical specifications and the ethical assurances that accompany this finely matched pair.