YOUR GUIDE TO RARE BEAUTY

Discover the Beauty of

Emerald

Explore the history, properties, and value of one of the world's most remarkable gemstones.

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

Chemical Formula

SiO₂ (Silicon Dioxide)

Luster

Vitreous (Glassy)

Refractive Index

1.57

Specific Gravity

2.67

Crystal System

Trigonal (Rhombohedral)

Hardness

7.5

Currently priced at

$1,500+

a Carat

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

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

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

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