Emerald Essentials: Everything You Need to Know About the Green Gemstone

Let’s learn some interesting facts about this unique green gemstone. Many years back, Emerald was said to have some miraculous qualities. In ancient times, it was used as a tool to prove someone’s honesty and reveal their truth. By placing it under the tongue, it claimed to have shown what was going to happen in the times ahead. People who wore them used to take advantage of other people by claiming themselves as super humans with superpowers. It was also said to boost someone’s remembrance power and sixth sense. In 1500 BC, when it was first found in Egypt, the Incas and Aztecs communities looked at it with devotion to fertility and rebirth. The world’s finest emeralds are now produced and transported all over the globe from South America. The emerald is not just a precious stone but a piece of luxury and royalty that holds a special place in the Dutch royal families as well. Queen Elizabeth to Princess Diana both adorned this precious gemstone proudly.  

Types of Emeralds 

  Did you know that emeralds also have different types? Each one has its own unique characteristic value and shade. To name a few: Colombian, Zambian, Brazilian, Russian, and Afghan. Though they all have some uniqueness linked to them, Colombian emeralds are known to be a class apart. So finely cut that it has become one of the most popular choices for premium jewellery brands.  

Emerald and its composition  

  Emerald is derived from beryl and its lustrous green tone comes from trace components of chromium and vanadium. It comes in various colours, like yellowish green, rich green, light green, vivid green and many more depending on their saturation. Each colour signifies its own features and holds its own value. Making its prices also differ from one another. The emerald has been acknowledged around the world as one of the most precious gemstones apart from diamond, ruby and sapphire. Rather than using a magnifier glass, the purity of this precious stone can be easily judged by the naked eyes. Unlike other stones, those which are transparent in nature, emeralds are known for their inclusions. It is believed to be one of the most durable stones. However, to prevent them from chipping, they can be locally brushed with any baby oil.  

How to pick the best Emerald   

  The 4 C’s, colour, cuts, clarity and carat should be considered while choosing your emerald. Mostly, the price of an emerald is based on the stone's carat weight. How expensive a stone is depends majorly on its carat weight and size. The shape, appearance and colour of an emerald depends on how precisely it has been cut. Clarity also plays an essential role in adding charm and essence to the emerald. Also, the colour too plays a key role in choosing an emerald. One should always go for rich-green or bluish-green hues. Apart from diamonds, Emeralds are also observed as the unique and exclusive stones worldwide. For those who are looking for a bigger-sized precious stone on a limited budget, for them this green gemstone is the number one choice. Since it appears bigger than a stone of the same weight and carat.  

Final note 

At Liali, we craft the best quality certified and genuine gemstones, sourced from the most valuable and authentic mines. If you are someone who loves high-end emerald jewels, then your search ends here. At Liali, we have an exquisite variety of emerald jewellery for everyone on all kinds of budgets. We assure you that our gemstones are unique and one of the most exclusive ones that you will cherish forever.