2.25 CT Uncut Crystal Chatham Emerald Couture Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold

David Stern Jewelers presents a distinctive 2.25 CT Uncut Crystal Chatham Emerald Couture Necklace set in warm 14kt yellow gold, an extraordinary and innovative piece that showcases the beauty of emerald in its most elemental form—as a natural crystal shape rather than a traditionally faceted gemstone. This exceptional creation features a 2.25 carat Chatham-created emerald in uncut crystal form displaying rich green color, representing a unique approach to jewelry design that celebrates the inherent geometry and beauty of emerald crystals. According to the Gemological Institute of America, lab-created gemstones like Chatham emeralds possess the same chemical composition, physical properties, and optical characteristics as their natural counterparts, differing only in their origin—they’re grown in controlled laboratory environments rather than formed in the earth over millions of years.

The magnificent 2.25 carat uncut crystal Chatham emerald represents a bold and contemporary approach to jewelry design. Rather than being cut into traditional shapes like oval, round, or emerald cut, this gemstone retains its natural hexagonal crystal form—the characteristic shape in which emeralds crystallize. This design choice creates jewelry with distinctive character and modern aesthetic appeal, as the geometric crystal shape offers clean lines and architectural interest that differs dramatically from conventional faceted gemstones. The uncut crystal form also allows you to appreciate the emerald’s natural growth structure and color distribution in ways that cutting would obscure.

Chatham Created Gems, founded in 1938 by Carroll Chatham, pioneered the laboratory growth of emeralds and represents one of the most respected names in lab-created gemstones. The International Gem Society explains that Chatham emeralds are grown using flux or hydrothermal methods that replicate the natural formation process, creating emeralds that are chemically, physically, and optically identical to mined emeralds. Lab-created emeralds offer several distinct advantages: they typically display superior clarity compared to natural emeralds (which characteristically contain numerous inclusions), they’re more affordable allowing for larger sizes and better color, and they represent an ethical and environmentally sustainable choice that doesn’t require mining.

The “Good” clarity designation for this Chatham emerald indicates attractive transparency with the emerald displaying beautiful green color. Lab-created emeralds generally achieve much better clarity than natural emeralds, as the controlled growth environment allows for purer crystal formation. This clarity advantage, combined with the substantial 2.25 carat size, creates a gemstone with impressive visual impact and saturated color that would be extraordinarily expensive—or impossible to find—in a natural emerald of equivalent size and quality.

This exceptional Chatham emerald is elegantly complemented by 0.25 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds exhibiting I color and SI-1 clarity. The I color grade falls within the “near colorless” range on the GIA diamond color grading scale, offering good value while appearing nearly colorless when set in yellow gold. The SI-1 clarity grade indicates the diamonds have minor inclusions that are difficult to see with the naked eye, providing beautiful brilliance at an accessible price point. These diamonds create refined accent sparkle that frames the uncut emerald crystal, adding sophistication to the contemporary design.

This Necklace has a Total Carat Weight of 2.50 ct tw with Green color and Good clarity. The rich green color represents the signature hue that has made emeralds treasured throughout history as symbols of rebirth, love, and prosperity. Chatham emeralds are particularly prized for their consistent, saturated color, as the laboratory growth process allows for optimal color development without the color zoning or pale areas sometimes found in natural emeralds.

This Necklace has a gold weight of approximately 6.9 grams, crafted in elegant 14kt yellow gold that provides the perfect warm backdrop for the emerald’s cool green color. According to the World Gold Council, 14kt yellow gold has been treasured throughout human history for its warm, rich color and inherent value. Yellow gold is a particularly beautiful choice for emerald jewelry, as the warm metal tone creates stunning contrast with the emerald’s green color while echoing the golden-green undertones present in fine emeralds. This color combination has been celebrated in jewelry design for centuries, from ancient Egyptian adornments to contemporary couture pieces.

This Necklace comes with a 16 inch chain with a spring ring clasp in 14kt yellow gold. The spring ring clasp provides secure closure with straightforward operation, while the 16-inch length positions the distinctive uncut crystal pendant at the collarbone for maximum visibility and contemporary impact. This length is particularly well-suited for showcasing the geometric crystal form, ensuring the unique design element remains the focal point.

What distinguishes this necklace is the innovative use of an uncut crystal form combined with the transparency about lab-created origin. This piece appeals to jewelry enthusiasts who appreciate contemporary design, sustainable luxury, and distinctive aesthetics that challenge conventional approaches to gemstone jewelry. The uncut crystal form celebrates the natural geometry of emerald crystallization while the Chatham origin provides access to emerald beauty and size that would be prohibitively expensive or impossible to achieve with natural emeralds of equivalent quality.

The American Gem Society notes that lab-created gemstones represent a legitimate and increasingly popular segment of fine jewelry, particularly for consumers who prioritize ethical sourcing, environmental sustainability, and value. Chatham emeralds offer the beauty, durability, and prestige of emeralds without the environmental impact of mining or concerns about sourcing. They also provide superior clarity and more vibrant color than most natural emeralds, as the controlled growth environment produces optimal gemstones.

This piece of Fine Custom Jewelry also includes a full complementary Jewelry Appraisal written by David Stern, G.I.A Gemologist. This professional appraisal provides detailed documentation of specifications, gemstone characteristics including the lab-created nature and uncut crystal form, and replacement value for insurance purposes. The GIA Graduate Gemologist credential represents the jewelry industry’s most respected gemological qualification, ensuring you receive authoritative expertise and complete transparency regarding this unique acquisition.

This exceptional Chatham emerald necklace embodies contemporary sophistication with innovative design thinking. The uncut crystal form creates jewelry with distinctive character that stands apart from conventional pieces, appealing to those who appreciate modern aesthetics and architectural jewelry design. Whether you’re seeking a conversation-starting signature piece that reflects progressive values, a meaningful May birthstone gift (emerald is May’s birthstone) that offers superior quality, or a distinctive addition to your jewelry collection that combines beauty with ethical sourcing, this couture necklace offers uniqueness, quality, and value that forward-thinking jewelry enthusiasts appreciate.

The lab-created origin allows you to enjoy substantial emerald size and superior quality while making a sustainable choice that doesn’t compromise on beauty or prestige. This represents the future of luxury jewelry—pieces that honor both aesthetic excellence and ethical responsibility, proving that you don’t have to choose between beauty and values.

Come see this stunning Chatham Emerald Necklace at David Stern Jewelers in Boca Raton, FL. Our showroom provides a comfortable environment where you can examine this innovative piece and appreciate the unique beauty of an uncut emerald crystal—a design approach you won’t find in conventional jewelry stores. We offer complimentary cleaning and inspection services for all jewelry purchased from our store, reflecting our commitment to long-term customer relationships. As a GIA-certified gemologist with over four decades of experience, David Stern personally stands behind every piece in our collection, ensuring you receive exceptional jewelry along with the expertise, transparency, and service that transform a purchase into a lasting relationship.