45 Carats Vivid Green Emeralds from Swat Pakistan | Melee Size Raw Emeralds

45 Carats Vivid Green Swat Emerald Rough - Premium Pakistani Gemstones

This lot is 45 carats of natural rough emerald parcel. The stones are vivid green Swat Valley emeralds from Pakistan. These untreated melee-size crystals have the legendary rich green color that has made Swat emeralds world-renowned among collectors and gemstone cutters. Perfect for creating small melee size emeralds (1-4mm) for fine jewelry or set in watches with diamonds or in rings, earrings, and pendants.

Gemstone Specifications

• Stone Name: Natural Emerald (Beryl Family)
• Total Weight: 45 carats (9 grams)
• Piece Sizes: Under 1 carat per piece (melee size)
• Color: Vivid green (premium Swat color)
• Clarity: Semi-transparent
• Treatment: None—100% natural and untreated
• Origin: Swat Valley, Pakistan
• Finished Size Potential: 1mm to 4mm cut stones
• Grade: Faceting quality with excellent color saturation

Swat Valley Emeralds: Pakistan's Green Treasure

Swat Valley in northern Pakistan produces some of the world's rich green emeralds, surpassing Colombian stones for their exceptional vivid green color and saturation. Swat emeralds are prized for their rich, pure green hue with minimal bluish or yellowish secondary tones. The region's unique geological conditions create emeralds with intense color even in small sizes

Quality & Characteristics

Vivid Green Color: Premium color saturation characteristic of top-grade Swat emeralds
Melee Size Excellence: Small crystals perfect for cutting 1-4mm stones
Semi-Transparent Clarity: Sufficient transparency for faceting with natural emerald character
Untreated Authenticity: Stones are 100% natural except market accepted minor oil.
Consistent Quality: Uniform color across the parcel ensures matched sets for jewelry designs

Ideal Applications

• Melee Stones: Cut into 1-4mm brilliant or step-cut emeralds for accent stones and side stones
• Pavé Settings: Create stunning emerald mm size jewelry along with diamonds
• Earring Pairs: Match stones for delicate stud earrings or drop earring accents
• Ring Accents: Set with center, the diamonds or gemstones with vivid green emerald side stones
• Pendant Details: Add emerald to pendant designs for color contrast
• Eternity Bands: Create emerald eternity rings with matched melee stones
• Custom Jewelry: Incorporate into bespoke designs requiring small, high-color emeralds

Cutting Potential

This 45-carat parcel yields approximately 20-40 finished melee emeralds (1-4mm) depending on rough quality and cutting skill. Typical yield for emerald rough is 20-40% due to inclusions and crystal structure. The vivid green color ensures even the smallest finished stones maintain visual impact—essential for melee applications where color saturation is critical. Semi-transparent clarity is ideal for brilliant cuts that maximize light return and sparkle.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Swat emerald color compare to Colombian emeralds?

Swat emeralds are for their vivid pure green color. While Colombian emeralds often command higher prices due to market perception, Swat emeralds frequently match or exceed Colombian material in color saturation—especially in smaller sizes. 

What finished sizes can I expect from this melee rough?

These under-1-carat rough pieces will yield finished stones ranging from approximately 1mm to 4mm in diameter. Expect the majority to fall in the 2-3mm range (0.03-0.10 carat finished weight).

Are these emeralds treated or oiled?

These are 100% natural, untreated Swat emeralds resin filling, clarity enhancement, or color treatment. However emeralds are soaked into baby oil right after mining which is market accepted. This is called minor oil. The vivid green color is entirely natural, formed by chromium and vanadium within Pakistan's unique geological environment. After cutting and polishing, you may choose to apply traditional emerald oiling (a standard industry practice).

Is semi-transparent clarity suitable for faceting small stones?

Yes! Semi-transparent clarity is ideal for melee-size emeralds (1-4mm).

Can I create matched sets for jewelry from this parcel?

Absolutely! The consistent vivid green color across this 45-carat parcel makes it ideal for creating matched sets. You can cut multiple stones of similar size and color for earring pairs or eternity bands. The uniform color saturation ensures cohesive appearance in finished jewelry—critical for professional designs requiring color consistency across multiple stones.

Do you offer larger Swat emerald rough or bulk quantities?

Yes! We carry Swat emerald rough in various sizes from melee parcels to larger faceting-grade crystals and bulk wholesale lots. For specific size requirements, larger individual stones, or custom parcels, please contact our team . We source directly from Swat Valley mines and can provide tailored selections for your cutting or jewelry business needs. If you have more questions about emeralds from Swat, discover here more..