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.

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 the bottom will be synthetic glued from the center. Known as Doublet or Triplet. Always get your stone checked by an 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 our website to find out more about what we have in store for you.