Emerald

Beryllium aluminum silicate

Emerald is a member of the beryl family. It has a vivid green color and often has black inclusions. The green color is due to chromium, with trace amounts of iron, or vanadium. The best quality gems come from Colombia ( there are more than 150 mining locations). There are some deposits in Brazil, India, Russia, Africa( Zambia and Zimbabwe), Pakistan, Afghanistan, Madagascar img_00671and Australia. Long time ago emeralds were mined in Egypt (Cleopatra’s emerald mines).

It is believed that emerald restores the balance, and heals old wounds. It is good for patience and honesty. Helps with your insight and allows you to see goodness in others.

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