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Emerald - Wikipedia Emerald is a gemstone and a variety of the mineral beryl (Be 3 Al 2 (SiO 3) 6) colored green by trace amounts of chromium or sometimes vanadium [2] Beryl has a hardness of 7 5–8 on the Mohs scale [2]
Emerald: The Worlds Most Popular Green Gem, May Birthstone Emeralds are gem-quality specimens of the beryl mineral family with a rich, distinctly green color They are found in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary rocks in a small number of locations worldwide For over 5000 years, emeralds have been one of the most desirable and valuable colored stones
Emerald Gemstone | Emerald Stone – GIA Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine Highly saturated green color defines high quality emerald Emerald cuts have concentric parallel rows of facets and beveled corners Eye visible inclusions create an internal scene referred to as “jardin,” or garden
What is the Meaning of Emerald? | Discover Emerald History . . . Today, emeralds are a symbol of loyalty, new beginnings, peace, and security, making it not only a beautiful gem to wear, but also a meaningful jewelry present to give a loved one, especially one with a May birthday It is still widely prized by the rich and famous
Emerald | Birthstone, Jewelry Healing Properties | Britannica emerald, grass-green variety of beryl (q v ) that is highly valued as a gemstone The name comes indirectly from the Greek smaragdos, a name that seems to have been given to a number of stones having little in common except a green colour; Pliny’s smaragdus undoubtedly included several distinct species