Many Brazilian emeralds, like these, are entirely opaque. Photo by Mauro Cateb. Licensed under CC BY 2.0.
Opaque Green Beryl Rough from Brazil
Many Brazilian emeralds, like these, are entirely opaque. Photo by Mauro Cateb. Licensed under CC By 2.0.
Article: Emerald Origins: History and Identification
Credit: Mauro Cateb
| Gemstone | Beryl, Emerald |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Gem State | Rough |
| Color | Green |
| Transparency | Opaque |