Description

Natural Swat Emerald Cabochon – ~8.5 ct – Rich Glowing Green – Untreated

Beautiful natural emerald cabochon weighing approximately 8.5 carats from the famous Swat Valley of Pakistan. This stone has a rich saturated emerald green color with a lively translucent glow that lights up across the surface when light moves over it.

Emeralds have been one of the most valuable gemstones in the world for thousands of years. Their vivid green color is caused by trace chromium in the crystal structure, which is why fine emeralds are often rarer than many other gems. Historically prized by ancient civilizations and still one of the most sought-after gemstones today, high quality emeralds can command extremely high prices.

The Swat Valley is known among gem collectors for producing emeralds with especially vibrant green color. Many stones from this region show a glowing internal character caused by natural crystal inclusions that scatter light through the gem.

I personally source rough material and cut stones myself. Because of this I can offer stones like this at significantly better prices than traditional dealers. There are no wholesalers, retailers, or import duties added to the cost. Import taxes and dealer markups are common in the emerald market, but by working directly with the material I am able to pass those savings along.

Stone Details

Gemstone: Natural Emerald
Origin: Swat Valley, Pakistan
Weight: Approximately 8.5 carats
Cut: Cabochon
Color: Rich emerald green
Transparency: Translucent with strong internal glow
Treatment: No fillers or enhancements. Only minor surface oil typical for emeralds.
Condition: Good polish overall. The cut is slightly imperfect and the stone shows natural inclusions typical of emerald.

This is a natural gemstone with character. Emeralds almost always contain inclusions, which are part of what makes each stone unique. The internal structure gives the stone life and creates a beautiful glowing effect under light.

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