Emerald

Emerald fillers can improve the beauty of these gems but also have some drawbacks. Learn how to choose the right filler treatment for a particular…

Trapiche emerald gems are some of the world’s rarest emeralds. Learn where they’re found and how their characteristic “spoked wheel” patterns…

A nice spinel with a very slightly grayish (maybe) purplish pink color and lots of dispersion or spectral color flashes!…

What’s the difference between a lab-created emerald and a natural emerald? Is a synthetic gem a real gem? Learn the facts before you buy emerald…

Emerald treatments, such as oiling, are very common. Learn what these techniques do, how emeralds are graded, and what gems make great green alternatives,…

Discover the rich historical emerald meaning and symbolism from Cleopatra’s treasures to religious significance. Learn what emerald stones…

If you like green, you’ll love an emerald engagement ring. However, judging emerald quality is complicated. Learn how to find the best gem for…

How do emeralds form? Learn how the emerald growth process works and why it makes these gems rare, green, and very fragile.

Add sparkle to an emerald cut with a new cutting technique. You can apply this design to gemstones with standard proportions as well as long crystals.…