Find out the facts and other features about Emerald by the top Gemologist-Jina
One of the 3 basic stones. It is a green to a greenish-blue variety of beryl. Relatively softer as per Moh's hardness scale -9. The difference in the degree of green makes one stone emerald and the other less expensive green Beryl.
Emerald history
The first-ever known emerald mines were in Egypt, dating from at least 330 BC into the 1700s.
Cleopatra had a passion for emerald and used it in all her royal adornments. Emeralds were used by the Incas in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for over 500 years. The gem was traded by the Spanish for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.
Colour
People desire emeralds of color varying from bluish green to pure green with vivid color saturation.
Clarity
In emerald, the clarity is tested by what traders like to call Jardin or garden. Most emeralds are badly flawed , virtually opaque, merely green bodycolor but no life. Most of the Emerald in the Markets are heat-treated, immersed in Oil to enhance the color & clarity. When you are in a dilemma about the clarity of this gem, you can also consult Jina - one of the top gemologist in Canada.
Cut
Emeralds are usually cut as rectangular step cuts called Emerald cuts due to the crystal shape.
Carat weight
Due to the carat weight, emeralds appear larger in size than one-carat diamonds.
Value is greatly determined by the area where it is mined. Emerald is Colombia, Muzo mine.
Healing properties
Emeralds enhance love, unity, and friendship. It also has the ability to maintain partnership and also signifies unfaithfulness by changing color. It helps in balancing the heart chakra and also has a healing effect on the emotions and the physical heart.
Other green stones often confused with Emeralds are Synthetic Emeralds developed with Hydrothermal Process; Flux Process; Flame fusion way. lot of Assembled emeralds are also available in the Market. Top will be Natural and bottom would be synthetic glued from cetner. Known as Doublet or Triplet.
Always get your stone checked by authenticated Gem testing Lab before making a big Purchase.
Conclusion
Emeralds are gemstones that are usually given as gifts by spouses on their 20th anniversary. Check out one of the best online jewelry store to find out more what we have for you.
