• <span>2024-0517_60887-1</span>
  • <span>2024-0517_sma_gla60887-1-1</span>

Emerald

Item Number: 2024-0517

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S$25,939.46

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Details

Weight:
2,854 ct.
Color Quality:
good (IV)
Purity:
D

Facts

attributes of an emerald

  • Belongs mineralogically to beryl
  • Hardness grade 7,5 - 8
  • Chemical formula: Al2Be3[Si6O18]
  • Includes only the color green
  • Colored by chromium oxide and/or vandium
  • Lower density than corundum: 2.6 - 2.8

worth knowing

  • Oldest known place of origin: Egypt
  • Was exchanged for rubies by maharajas
  • The color green is associated with femininity
  • Assigned to the planet Venus
  • Increases femininity and the ability to earn money
  • The site of Zambia was discovered only in 1978

emerald as investment

  • Third best suitability of all gemstones (next to ruby and sapphire)
  • Rare, strongly increasing in value
  • Stones should have at least 1 ct weight
  • Larger stones have higher increase in value
  • Experts expect 4-6% increase in value per year
  • Beautifully sparkling, pure emeralds are preferable
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