Emeralds are part of the Beryl minerals and are mostly known for their green colour. Emeralds were first mined by the Ancient Egyptians and are very popular gemstone ever since. Together with diamonds, rubies and sapphires emeralds form the group of “precious gemstones”.

What you need to know:

An emerald is a variety of the Beryl minerals and is a green coloured gemstone. The colour is mostly due to the presence of traces of chromium and vanadium. Beryl minerals are known for their toughness and high resistance to breakage.

Colours:

·       Yellow-green

·       Blue-green

Origin:

·       More than 50% of the emeralds:  Colombia

·       America: Zambia, Brazil, Ethiopia

·       Africa: Madagascar, Nigeria, Pakistan

·       Russia

Birthstone: May

This stone is available in all sizes and variations and if your request wouldn’t be present in our office, we are happy to look for a solution with you!

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