Updated as of June 2026
Emerald Cut Zoisite
The emerald cut cut suits Zoisite well: a step cut with long facets and a glassy, hall-of-mirrors look that rewards clarity. A mineral best known through its varieties tanzanite and thulite, also found as green anyolite hosting ruby crystals.
Why the emerald cut cut works for Zoisite
A step cut with long facets and a glassy, hall-of-mirrors look that rewards clarity. Zoisite has the brightness to carry a emerald cut step cut, where clean facets matter more than fire. At Mohs 6.5, Zoisite is softer, so a emerald cut Zoisite is best protected by a bezel or halo and kept for lighter wear. Treatment to expect: typically untreated.
Other Zoisite cuts
More on this stone: Zoisite overview, price guide, and the emerald cut cut guide across stones.
Frequently asked questions
Does Zoisite look good in a emerald cut cut?
Yes. Zoisite has the brightness to carry a emerald cut step cut, where clean facets matter more than fire. At Mohs 6.5 it is best in a protective setting.
How much does a emerald cut Zoisite cost?
Zoisite runs about $10 to $150 per carat. Step cuts like this can run a little less than round.
What setting suits a emerald cut Zoisite?
Zoisite pairs well with white gold, yellow gold, sterling silver. Choose a bezel or halo to protect the stone.