Description

Natural Emerald

Because of trace levels of chromium or vanadium, a natural emerald is a vivid green gemstone that is a variant of the mineral beryl that is naturally created by geological processes. One variety of green beryl, a mineral made up of silicate, aluminum, and beryllium, is found in natural emeralds. Numerous nations worldwide are home to natural emerald stones. The Greek word “smaragdus,” which means “green,” is where our modern term “emerald” comes from. The color of emeralds can range from deep green to yellowish-green, though, because of the different conditions under which they were formed. Due to their rarity, natural emeralds are very expensive, earning them the moniker “The Jewel of Kings.” Emeralds have played a significant role in most cultures since prehistoric times. Wearers were supposed to attain immortality, enhance their intellect, improve their memory, strengthen their nervous system, and be protected from a wide range of illnesses and disorders.

Natural Emerald Details

• Color: Emeralds are available in many shades of green. Natural Emeralds are available from medium to darker green to blue-green and sometimes slightly yellowish-green beryl. The color of the Emeralds depends on the origin of the stones.
• Origin: Natural Emeralds can be found in Colombia, Brazil, South Africa, Zimbabwe, Russia, Afghanistan, Australia, Ghana, India, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nigeria, Pakistan, Tanzania, Zambia and the United States
• Chemical Composition: Al2Be3Si6O18 (Aluminium beryllium silicate)
• Cut: Round, Oval, Pear, Square, Emerald, Marquise, Trillion, Heart
• Specific Gravity: 2.67-2.8
• Refractive Index: 1.565 – 1.602
• Hardness: 7.5 – 8

Natural Emerald Birthstones

Emerald is regarded as the traditional birthstone for May as well as the traditional gemstone for the astrological signs of Taurus, Gemini, and sometimes Cancer.