Making heads turn, eyes pop and shaking the soul with awe, is what this exquisite piece of gemstone is capable of. As one of the most attractive and alluring gemstones to exist, Emeralds have a distinctive green shade and are exclusively acknowledged as the birthstone of May borns and twentieth and thirty-fifth anniversaries. They are generally found in the beryl mineral and usually develop inside igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks. Believed to have been in existence since 2600 million years and representing the color of spring, Emerald dominates one third part of the “big three” of colored stones along with ruby and sapphire.
Standing the test of time
Emerald’s rich and amusing history is surely one for the books; it is explosive, exciting and expansive. Tracing its origin leads us back to the Egyptian era of 4,000 BC when Cleopatra was allegedly engulfed by her obsession of this mesmerizing gemstone and therefore had emeralds mined for herself, that are now known as “Cleopatra’s mines”. Shah Jahan of India also adorned this gemstone of 217 carat back in 1695, which now rests in the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha. Another 632 carat Patricia Emerald is on display in the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The name of this exquisite stone evolved over time and space from “smaragdos” to now “emerald” which is a true testimony of its timeless grace.
Physical Properties
Source: Emeralds vary depending on their origin; their sources include Colombia, China, Canada, Brazil, Srilanka, Ukraine, Italy, India among others. Colombian emeralds are believed to have the highest value owing to their intense green color and high clarity.
Colour: Different emerald pieces are known to have diverse hues and tones. They are characterized by impurities in their crystal structure vis-à-vis traces of chromium, vanadium and iron, which in turn gives the stone their respective colors such as yellowish green, blue green or pure green. Apart from the color, its saturation (intensity of the shade) and tone (level of lightness and darkness of the green) are also influential attributes that determine if an emerald gemstone is valuable or not. A bluish green or pure green emerald with zero variations in its color and a medium/dark tone is considered to be more desirable and precious than others.
Clarity: An emerald must be free from any impurities and inclusions with a high degree of transparency for it to be valued. Visibility of large cracks, clouds or inclusions in the stone signifies low quality and low value that demands treatment such as oiling or heating, for its rectification.
Cut: Emeralds will look magnificent, no matter its cut. However, its perfection and symmetry pops out the most in the emerald cut, which is a rectangular or square shape that boldly uncovers its natural beauty for the world to see. Other cuts include oval, round, marquise shapes that looks ravishing too!
Carat: Emeralds are available in different sizes; from a tiny piece to a big juicy gemstone. The most common size bracket is between 0.25 to 3 carats; however, it also depends on the type of jewelry its being used for.
Metaphysical Properties and Symbolization
The green enchantment known as the emerald gemstone is deeply rooted culturally, spiritually, mythologically and religiously, making it a significant symbol that represents various aspects such as:
1. Love and loyalty: Legends have it that emeralds are associated with love, faithfulness, harmony and domestic bless. It opens the route to the heart chakra and increases the natural connection and love bond between its giver and receiver.
2. Health and healing: Ancient stories and lores talk of emerald’s powerful properties, claiming that it promotes freshness, healing, strength and well-being. It is considered to have a calming effect on its wearer, thus promoting emotional stability and a healthy balance along with a sense of psychological well-being and inner peace. It is also widely believed to physically heal eye ailments, cure infertility, malaria, heart diseases etc.
3. Power and prosperity: As a symbol of abundance, wealth and success, emerald is expected to bring immense growth, fortune and stability. It is highly recommended to the people who wish to seek financial prosperity, achieve their goals and build a stable career.
4. Luck: Conventionally it is believed that emeralds attract good luck and positive energies. Various myths talk of this gemstone’s magical power as a protective stone and good luck charm. It was also worn as talisman by the famous emperor Shah Jahan, the creator of Taj Mahal.
5. Wisdom and knowledge: These gemstones are considered to promote and raise the intellect quality, learning and retaining power of its wearer along with supporting them in improving their communication skills, creativity, confidence and self-expression.
Other fun facts
-Also known as “Panna” in Sanskrit, emeralds are of 6 types: Brazilian emerald, Zambian emerald, Colombian emerald, Cat’s eye emerald, Trapiche emerald and lab grown emerald.
-It was an ancient belief that if one puts emerald under the tongue, they would be able to foresee the future.
-Emeralds are characterized by inclusions. Its very rare for emeralds to exist without these imperfections.
-Emeralds can be cleaned with warm water and in order to prevent cracking or chipping, they are coated and filled with oil.
-They are the only gemstones to have a diamond cut named after it.
-If the gemstone is not dark or saturated enough, they are not considered emerald, they are known as green beryl.
Gemsocean: Establishing your Emerald dreams; With You and For You
Emerald gemstone goes way beyond its shine and sparkle, its rarity, without second thought, is unmatched and unparalleled. The best way to wear emerald is against your skin in the form of ring, bracelet, neckpiece or earrings. Gemsocean provides a wide collection; from loose emerald gemstones for wholesale to majestic jewelry pieces, you name it, we have it!
Our stones are genuine, ethically sourced, carefully constructed and intricately designed to give the perfect shape, structure and finish. Our brand is wrapped up in humility and creativity, seeking to provide custom made pieces and fine emerald articles vis-à-vis high quality, craftsmanship and effective support.
Driven by connections, flexibility, sustainability and unwavering dedication, Gemsocean truly believes in providing durable, valuable and versatile stones that you can adorn and adore for years to come. If Emeralds represents the combination of richness and rarity, then Gemsocean represents the collaboration of expertise and efficiency to carry this rarity closer to the consumers.
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