Turquoise whispers from Seba boru | 0.65ct Octagon Emerald

A Celestial Encounter in Voi 
On a business odyssey with the Luvici Field Team (LFT), amidst the amber dusk of Voi’s gemlands, a long-trusted friend arrived—bearing a secret from the kenyan northern border with Ethiopia

An Offering from the Highlands of Shakiso 
From the fabled Kenticha mine, nestled in Ethiopia’s Seba Boru district, near the Shakiso emerald belt—an area whispered to rival the grandeur of Colombia’s finest—came a raw wonder: a parcel of emerald-bearing stone, 200 km north of Moyale, veined with hidden promise. 

Born in Rock, Revealed by Art 
Originally weighing 3.3g with its host rock, the gem lay cloaked in the earth’s embrace. With surgical precision, the commissioned lapidary; 

Preserving Purity, Embracing Nature 
Emeralds are Type III gems, nature’s delicate scrolls inscribed with inclusions. Yet here, we preserved its most lucid regions, minimizing clouded zones to magnify its brilliance—not erasing its truth, but elevating it. 

Octagon Cut – A Modern Halo 
Chosen for its divine symmetry and youthful appeal, the gem was masterfully cut into an octagon—a silhouette of strength and infinity. Ideal for: 

A Stone of Stories & Stardust 
This gem is more than matter—it is a cosmic inheritance, a gift from ancient veins of the Earth to the fingertips of the present. Shaped by destiny, this emerald is not just seen—it is felt. 

Gem Details: 

💎 Stone Identity: Emerald 

⋆✴︎˚｡⋆ Discovery Year: Bought in March 2024 while hunting for Tsavorites in Voi town, Kenya 

𓍝 Weight:  0.65ct ct 

🌐 Origin: Kenticha mine, Ethiopia 

🎨Color: Turquoise [pastel] 

✨ Brilliance: Good brilliance  

✏️📐 Dimension, [D1 X D2] - 5.95mm x 5.56 m 

        D1 –Dimensions across vertices of the crown 

        D2-Dimensions across the flat sections of the crown  

           Depth Dimension[h] [Pavillion]: 3.86 mm 

           Ratio [D1/D2] : 1.0701 

💎🔍 Clarity: Moderately Included 

𖢻 Cut/Shape: Octagon  

Cut style: Step Cut Symphony [Both Crown & Pavilion] 

Gem Connoisseur perception for choosing this particular shape for this Spinel : 

       ⫍⌕⫎ The gem has been expertly faceted in an Octagon cut to maximize light reflection/light return for versatility, color and clarity enhancement and to minimize wear and tear of the gem as stand-alone piece during and after mounting 
 

In essence: Unique appearance | Perfect Symmetry | Good Brilliance | Light Return | Reduce wear & Tear 

🔬 R.I: 1.583 

📜 Certified: No  

      Treated: No, Natural 

      Treatment: No 

Features: Master cut with a Distinct cut, Magnificent turquoise pastel Blue Green, Tone -medium-light, Cushioning of wear and tear during mounting as a stand-alone piece or side stone, Flawless proportions and symmetry, Has Good clarity for an  Emerald, Good Brilliance,Jewel-grade standalone piece or sidestone, Good size for a pendant ,similar earring piece or a solitaire ring especially minimalist Jewelry 

Price per carat: $1000 

Total Price: $650

Provenance: This exquisite gem was thoughtfully sourced by the Luvici Field Team [LFT] during a dedicated gem hunting expedition across the storied landscapes of Voi County,Kenya June 2024 though was traced back from the Kenticha mine,Ethiopia. 

Important Note to Our Esteemed Collectors and Shoppers  

In the world of fine gemstones, color reigns supreme. When selecting a gemstone,  

prioritize color above all else—it defines the gem’s personality, value, and visual impact.  

Clarity follows closely, enhancing brilliance and purity.  

While cut and size contribute to beauty and presence, they are considered secondary—unless you’re exploring exceptional categories such as Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, Alexandrite's, Tsavorites, Spinels, Diamonds, Paraiba Tourmalines and other rare  

Collector’s Gems. In these cases, size becomes a significant factor, especially when paired with extraordinary color.  

As you shop on our platform, let this timeless gemological wisdom guide your choices—ensuring each selection is both meaningful and magnificent.