History and Origin

Emerald, prized by Cleopatra, has been a symbol of wealth and rebirth since ancient times. Its lush green hues make it one of the most coveted gems.

Colombia, Zambia, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Ethiopia

Mostly comes from

Currently priced at

$1,500+

a Carat

Chemical Formula

SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)

Hardness

7.5

on Mohs scale

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Refractive Index

1.57

Specific Gravity

2.67

Color(s)

Green to bluish - green

Chemical Formula

SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)

Hardness

7.5

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Refractive Index

1.57

Specific Gravity

2.67

Help Guide

Crystal System

Gemstones and minerals are classified into seven primary crystal systems based on their atomic structure.

Refractive Index

The refractive index (RI) of a material measure how much light is bent, or refracted, when entering the material from another medium.

Specific Gravity

The specific gravity (SG) of a substance is a measure of its density compared to water.

Chemical Formula

A chemical formula shows the types and quantities of atoms in a molecule.

Emerald

History and Origin

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