Natural Emerald (Zamarud) 1.64ct Green, Cushion, Swat (Pakistan)

This Cushion-Cut Zamarud from Swat, A Closer Look

Hold it at an angle and you see it immediately. This natural emerald 1.64ct green cushion cut, mined from the Swat Valley corridor above Mingora, has a color saturation that sits deeper than most stones at this carat weight, a green that reads forest-dark in indoor light and brightens to a clear, cool teal under direct sun. Semi-transparent. No surface crazing. Clean edges on the cushion facets.

We pulled this from a small lot of Swat material that came in last month. Most of the batch was average. This piece wasn’t. The cushion cut is a classic choice for Pakistani ring settings, it fits bezel and prong mounts equally well, which is why Lahore’s Anarkali jewelers have used it for decades in traditional gold rings.

See the full range on our emerald stone collection page.

The Color and Crystal Profile, Specific Numbers

Emerald belongs to the beryl mineral family. Chromium gives it the green, and the Swat Valley specifically produces chromium-rich material with a cooler, slightly blue-shifted green compared to Colombian or Zambian stones. Mohs hardness: 7.5 to 8. In real terms for daily Pakistani wear, that means it survives a ring setting without scratching from dust or fabric, but it needs care around hard edges.

This natural emerald 1.64ct green carries a refractive index of 1.57 to 1.58 (we check this ourselves before listing), which is the signature beryl range. The cushion cut on this piece has rounded corners that reduce the risk of chipping during setting, a practical advantage that Pakistani goldsmiths in Peshawar’s Friday Market appreciate when working with smaller stones. Semi-transparency at this weight is normal for Swat material and doesn’t reduce value.

Spiritual and Healing Properties of Zamarud in Pakistan

Across Pakistan, from Islamabad drawing rooms to Karachi’s older neighborhoods, zamarud carries a reputation that goes well beyond aesthetics. In traditional Pakistani healing practice, emerald is linked to Mercury (Utarid) and worn to improve communication, sharpen memory, and calm an overactive mind. Hakims have recommended it for stress and anxiety for generations.

It helps with mental clarity. It helps with focus during study and work. For mehndi and nikkah jewelry sets, a cushion-cut zamarud in a gold ring is considered an auspicious choice, it’s the stone most associated with growth and new beginnings in Pakistani gemstone culture. Log kehte hain that wearing it on the right hand brings barkat in business. Pure. Natural. Untreated.

Spotting a Fake, What Buyers in Pakistan Get Wrong

Worth the price? Only if it’s real. And here’s what Pakistani buyers consistently miss: they check color and skip the treatment question. Emerald is the single most-treated gemstone category in the world, fracture filling with cedar oil or synthetic resin is so common that untreated stones are a minority on the open market.

This natural emerald 1.64ct green is confirmed untreated, no oil, no resin, no heat. Under UV light, untreated Swat emeralds show weak or no fluorescence; oil-filled stones glow orange-yellow. Every stone we list goes through gemstone authentication Pakistan before it reaches the product page. The certificate states treatment status explicitly. No guessing.

Frequently Asked Questions

how much is emerald stone in pakistan

Emerald gemstone price in pakistan varies widely: PKR 2,000 to PKR 5,000 per carat for commercial-grade stones, PKR 15,000 to PKR 60,000 per carat for natural untreated mid-quality pieces, and PKR 1,00,000+ per carat for top-grade fine material. This 1.64ct cushion sits in the natural untreated mid-range. Contact GK Jewelers on WhatsApp for the exact current price on this specific piece.

real vs fake emerald stone

Three tests you can do at home before buying anywhere: first, look inside under a phone torch, real zamarud has natural inclusions (tiny fractures, crystal threads). A flawless stone is almost certainly synthetic. Second, check color shift, asli stone changes slightly between sunlight and indoor light; glass stays flat. Third, feel the weight, real beryl is denser than glass of the same size. Still unsure? Ask for a lab certificate.

which finger to wear emerald stone ring

In Pakistani astrological tradition, zamarud is worn on the little finger (chhoti ungli) of the right hand, this is the Mercury finger. Set it in silver or gold, both are acceptable. Wednesday is the recommended day to first wear it, ideally after Fajr prayer. Islamically, wearing gemstones as adornment is permissible, and many Pakistani scholars see no issue with it as long as no superstitious beliefs replace reliance on Allah.

Our Promise on This Stone, No Vague Claims

Frankly, most online gemstone sellers in Pakistan can’t tell you which mine a stone came from. We can. GK Jewelers Pakistan sources directly from Swat Valley miners, the Swat Valley specifically, not just ‘Pakistan’, and every piece gets logged with origin details before listing. 7-day exchange if anything doesn’t match the description. COD to 200+ cities. WhatsApp support every day of the week.

No middlemen markup. No vague ‘Pakistani origin’ labels. Lab-certified, mine-traceable, honestly priced. That’s the GK difference.

Get This Cushion Emerald, Order Today

You can order directly on the website or message us on WhatsApp, we respond same day. COD is available across Pakistan, from Quetta to Gilgit, Multan to Muzaffarabad. Want this cushion cut set in a ring or pendant before delivery? Tell us when ordering and we’ll handle it. Check our gemstone buying guide Pakistan if you’re buying your first natural stone. Don’t overthink it. Order and we’ll take care of the rest.