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Home > Gemstones Varieties / Natural Emerald

Natural Emeralds Overview
Emerald is a form of Beryl and gets its characteristic emerald green color from traces of chromium (and possibly vanadium) in the crystal matrix. Emeralds of excellent quality that exceed a carat frequently are valued above diamonds.

Inclusions caused by calcite deposits (jardin) are typical in emeralds and color saturation and hue are a bigger factor in determining the value of an Emerald.

Colombia enjoys the reputation of supplying the finest in Emeralds but excellent quality gemstones are also produced in Brazil and Zambia. Most Emeralds are oil-treated when they are cut to reduce the likelihood of fracture.

Some care must be taken in the setting of Emeralds in jewelry and the wearing to reduce surface impacts. The majority of our Emeralds are Colombian, many from the renowned Muzo Mine.

We occasionally obtain Emeralds from Zambia and Brazil. Please visit our Emerald Guide for comprehensive information regarding Emeralds.
Physical Properties
Color Yellow Green to Blue Green
Refractive Index 1.57 – 1.60
Chemistry Beryllium Aluminum Silicate
Hardness 7.5 – 8.0
Density 2.62 – 2.90
Crystal Group Hexagonal
Ocurrence Africa, India, South America
Emerald Emerald
Legend and Lore
Emeralds have been treasured for thousands of years. The infatuation with Emeralds dates back to ancient Egypt and Rome. It is said that Cleopatra was always adorned in Emeralds and that this was her most treasured jewelry.

Emerald is the anniversary gemstone for the twentieth year of marriage, and symbolizes love and success.
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The pictures above only represents the general appearance of the Emerald. Please note that the real Emeralds in our stock will be of varied shapes, color and sizes.


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