A sugarloaf shaped emerald is a flawless and extreme cut that features a curve dome and a smooth surface with no sharp edges. This cut deepens the inherent depth and richness of the emerald as light softly diffuses across its surface. The sugarloaf cut is rounded and has a peak, which makes the cut radiate charm.
The Sugarloaf cut gets its name from the traditional sugarloaf form, once used to mould sugar before modern refining methods. Once seen in antique pieces, the sugarloaf shape has recently been uplifted in design to love. The soft, powerful presence that accentuates the beauty of emeralds without complex distractions is often seen in high-end jewelry. This makes the sugarloaf figure sought after by designers and diadems. Not forgetting to mention the brilliance of an emerald, which remains untouched and unimpaired, further makes this a coveted gem among collectors.
The price of sugarloaf shaped emerald stones will start from INR 10,000 per carat and go up to lakhs.
The costs cut across a range of factors like the color, clarity, precision of cut and carat weight of the gemstone. A well cut stone which have dark green color, less inclusions, and higher carat weight will be highly valuable.
Colombian emerald come out on top for their vibrant green shades, boasting undying beauty alongside their trustworthy source of clarity, origin, size and color intensity.
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