Emerald

Although emeralds occur in many localities, some sources are better known for high-quality gems than others. Learn about famous (and not so famous)…

Emeralds have captivated humanity for millennia with their lush green color and profound symbolic meanings. “The Jewel of Kings” also serves…

The world-famous Emerald Buddha is housed in The Temple of The Emerald Buddha (Wat Phra Keo) on the grounds of the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand.…

For centuries, people have prized fine, large emeralds — the iconic green gemstone. These seven famous emeralds have fascinating…

Emeralds are notorious for growing extremely large. These examples are some of the world’s largest emeralds! If you know of something missing…

For this lesson, please read our gemstone encyclopedia listing Emerald Value, Price, and Jewelry Information and then you can come back here…

Emeralds form under unusual geological conditions. In fact, the rare elements in their crystal structure make them textbook examples of the most…

Almost all cut emeralds have had clarity enhancements. Learn how these emerald enhancements work, what substances are used, and how to detect…

A very pretty Montana sapphire that I cut with a radiant or princess style pavilion and a standard step emerald crown.