Emerald

Question: Aquamarine and most other members of the beryl family have nice big, clean crystals. Why are emeralds different in general? What causes…

Since emerald gemstones are almost always included, they frequently receive a variety of treatments to increase their visual appeal. Emerald…

Question: Does anyone have any advice on how to re-oil emeralds? I recently had the misfortune of dopping an oiled emerald. The oil seeped out of…

People often ask me, “Are all emeralds treated?” Simple answer: no. Not all. However, the vast majority do receive treatments. Always assume…

Regardless of origin, perhaps 99% of all cut emeralds are sold with some sort of enhancement for clarity. Since emeralds freshly dug out of the ground…

Emerald buying presents one of jewelry’s most complex challenges. Unlike diamonds with standardized grading, emeralds demand specialized…

Deep green hues and a soft, velvety appearance make emeralds unique among gems. As symbols of wealth and nature, emeralds have been popular jewelry…

Many books and articles cover the beautiful emerald, the most well-known member of the beryl family. You can learn about its rich green tones, the…

There has been a trickle of emeralds from Ethiopia for decades, but a new find in 2016 has created quite a stir in the gem trade. Learn about the quality,…