What is Emerald Gemstone?
Emerald Gemstone is known as a gemstone, and are one of the most popular and demanded in the world. An emerald is part of the beryl family and is famous for its rich and vibrant green color, which is actually from a microscopic amount of vanadium or chromium. A emerald gemstone is also considered one of the most valuable gemstones in the world along with other precious stones such as diamonds, rubies, and sapphires.
Characteristics of Emerald Gemstone
This are Five pillars of Emerald Gemstone:
Emerald Gemstone Colour
Emeralds come in various greens; from a rich pure green to a pale bluish green. The best green is mid to deep green.
Emerald Gemstone Inclusions
It is almost impossible to find an emerald without inclusions, these being internal fissures or other mineral deposits. Such an inclusion of the “garden-like” inside is affectionately termed a Jardin and is part of an emeralds charm and also provides evidence of its authenticity.
Emerald GemstoneHardness
Emeralds are quite hard; on the Moh’s hardness scale, they rank from 7.5-8. If subjected to enough impact however, it is quite possible for emeralds to fracture or chip.
Emerald Gemstone Shape/Cut
Because of the brittle nature of the emerald stone’s crystalline structure, it is most common for it to be cut in a rectangular stepped design that bears its name.
Emerald Gemstone Carat
Whether a simple statement piece is all you desire, or an extravagant masterpiece to catch the eye of many, we will custom source and make any emerald carat weight for your chosen design. The difference in density compared to diamond means the emeralds appear bigger from the top of your stone to get the biggest bang for your buck! If you desire something to be everyday, elegant, and to wear forever-or something to invest in, our experts are on hand to make sure we get a cut you love.
What does a natural emerald look like?
What makes a natural emerald so attractive is its intrinsic natural beauty, among its most defining beauty aspects are its color, glassy appearance and the characteristics internal features. With regard to the color of a natural emerald its typically lush, velvetty, green color can lean to either the blue or yellow spectrum of the range.
Its rich dark color will be accompanied by minute variations of tones and shades because of the process that the crystal went through; color may be slightly dark or slightly light. Lets then discuss what is described as the ‘Jardin’ or garden of a natural emerald; on magnified inspection you can notice a tiny flaw in the stone.
These internal fissures are known as a couple of minute crystals of mineral inside of the stone, including within them are some small drops of fluid which in turn give an organic feel to a mossy, mossy forest.Lets talk about its reflection; it possesses a pale, green, luminous reflection which is neither the glaring, fiery brilliance of a diamond, nor the gaudy flare of a poor piece.
Lab Emerald vs Natural Emerald
Natural Emerald Gemstone
The Unique Value of Natural Emeralds: Through immense geological pressures, within the Earth’s crust for millions of years, precious gemstones-natural emeralds-are formed. A truly distinctive characteristic and sign of a natural emerald that no other gemstone can emulate, is that a natural emerald will never be flawless.
In fact, a typical natural emerald contains a unique naturally formed spiderweb of natural fractures and inclusions-termed by the collectors of these stones as the ‘jardin'(garden)-this is truly the fingerprints of Mother Nature herself. This imperfection is never present on other synthetic gemstones, and in turn can be identified as the distinguishing factor of a natural stone.
Each and every natural emerald has its own unique set of fingerprints, therefore they are all entirely irreplaceable, natural pieces of art. Due to their extreme rarity, and Mother Nature’s finite supply from Earth’s geological reserves, fine naturally rich and vibrantly green natural emeralds are intrinsically valuable from a luxury standpoint. They are the perfect investment for any educated collectors, and a precious treasure that can last forever, and gain value for generations.
Lab Emerald Gemstone
The modern luxury of lab-grown emeralds. The choice of luxury that has merged with science is the choice of lab-grown emeralds which truly epitomize the meaning of a precious gemstone with their luxuriousness. Created within a lab with identical chemical, optical and physical compositions to a natural emerald, an artificial gem cannot exist in this way without having exactly the same physical properties as natural emeralds. While nature is not able to reproduce itself in a lab environment, lab-grown emeralds authenticate themselves by retaining exactly the same features of their natural counterparts.
Controlled environments in the lab using a hydrothermal method enable these gems of extremely bright, vivid green colors and impossible clarity of a natural emerald to be grown in ideal settings. They also avoid the finite supply limitations of natural resources. This means that large, flawlessly clear emeralds with incredibly bright green colors can now be produced for a far lower cost and with conflict-free mining origins.
Emerald Geographic Varieties by Origin
Emerald is almost as defined by its origin as any other trait. This is because the amounts of traces, like iron, chromium and vanadium in each location play a huge part in the value and colour of the emerald as well as their clarity.
Colombian Emeralds:
Often the most valuable and sought after of all the emeralds. Colombian Emeralds are considered the hotter, brighter, grassy green emerald, it tends to the warmer side of green as it is so much closer to yellow due to traces inside each gem. They do not include vast amounts of iron thus making them an attractive sheen.
Zambian Emeralds:
Have a cooler, blueier color but are typically more clear and contain fewer inclusions compared to their Colombian cousins, this is due to the vast amounts of iron they contain. This makes the Zambian emerald an excellent option.
Brazilian Emeralds:
Generally paler and more yellowish in tone, these Brazilian stones offer clear and affordable emeralds that appeal to many and work well for mid range jewelry pieces.
Panjshir (Afghanistan) Emeralds:
These rugged and rare stones are from the mountains of Afghanistan and although they compete closely with their Columbian counterparts for richness and vibrance of color, they can produce stones with spectacular crystal clear clarity.
Emeralds are found in several beautiful Forms
1. Center Piece for High End Jewellery The Solitaire Form Emerald
A natural emerald solitaire ring is one of the most coveted jewelry pieces available, with the natural gemstone displayed as a bold statement center piece.
The Form: The stone is typically a natural emerald solitaire that is large enough and of good enough quality to have a great show; it may be cut into a classic rectangular emerald cut or an elegant oval cut.
How It’s Used: The gems will be set in expensive metals like platinum or 18k gold; the ring usually features at least 4 prongs so that maximum light can be seen in the stone.
Best For: Engagement rings, striking statement jewelry, as a luxurious investment.
2. Stranded and Woven Jewellery The Bead Form Emerald
Natural emerald gemstone beads have the most organic and freeform shape.
The Form: This is typically a lower grade and included natural emerald which is not clear enough to be faceted, but has been polished into smooth spheres, cut faceted rondelles or given organic rounded tumbled shapes. The bead is drilled through the center of the stone.
How It’s Used: The beads can be strung onto a strong jeweler’s wire or silk thread to make layer necklaces and bracelets. Bohemian style jewelery often features natural emerald beads.
Best For: Luxurious everyday wear, flashy layer necklaces, textile jewelry.
3. Investment & Bespoke Creations The Loose Stone Form
Natural emerald loose stones refer to cut but unset stones.
The Form: The stones are already cut, polished and faceted, but without being placed into a ring, pendant or bracelet.
How It’s Used: The stones may be collected for investment, or purchased for a client who wishes for them to be made into a particular, custom piece of jewelry.
Best For: Investors/gem collectors, high net worth individuals, clients who wish for one of a kind rings or pendants.
4. Ornate Carvings and Objects The Sculpted Form Emerald
The Form: Large, opaque emeralds with large inclusions that make them unsuitable for standard jewelry cutting.
How It’s Used: Lapidaries cut large stones into works of art, whether they’re floral designs, animals, or etched tablets in the Mughal style.
Best For: Museum collections, luxurious house décor, as statement pieces for collector’s.
5. Raw and Uncut Crystals The Rough Form Emerald
The Form: Emeralds that have been directly excavated and include matrix rock, or are naturally occurring standalone, individual hexagonal crystal pillars.
How It’s Used: Crystals are unpolished and left natural.
Best For: Mineral specimen collectors, geological exhibits, those into crystal healing and lovers of nature in its raw state.
Emerald Gemstone Benefits
Benefits of Panna according to Vedic Astrology.
Vedic Astrologers thought the wearing of a natural Emerald can have very positive benefits on a debilitated or afflicted Mercury-person.
- Can increase intellect, memory, analysis and concentration in an afflicted Mercury-person. Also thought to be beneficial to students and scholars.
- Beneficial in making the speech of a person flow smoothly, due to which it is called the “best stone of speech”. A person who hesitates when speaking, or fears public speech, or tends to stammer, finds a great use for the emerald.
- May help in a favorable way business men, merchants and stockbrokers, as the emerald is considered as the ‘business stone’. People who are interested in such occupations would find great benefits of having the stone due to the qualities of emerald being considered ‘stone of prosperity’.
- Can help to make writer, artists, poets or musicians find their inspirations when they find blockage to creativity. Emerald helps them in writers block to find inspiration in writing etc.
Psychological and Emotional /Physical and Health Benefits
- Beyond these amazing planetary alignments, holistic healing uses the healing energy of the bright green frequency of emeralds to promote intense emotional healing as well.
- Emotional healing- It is thought that this heart stone emeralds helps to heal emotions, allowing us to overcome past emotional hurts, bringing a sense of calm during difficult times.
- Encourages love, fidelity and connection in love- In the past, emeralds were thought to embody the traits of love and devotion and it is thought to be beneficial when used to encourage love and commitment.
- Encourages patience and forgiveness- With its sense of peace and tranquility, the green of the emerald is thought to bring calm to the temper, encouraging a sense of forgiveness and kindness.
- Physical and health benefits- Good for the nervous system and lungs- Energy from the emerald is believed to be helpful to the nervous system and the respiratory system, helping individuals suffering from asthma and nerve problems.
- Eases eye strain- Gem cutters historically would rest their eyes by looking at green emeralds and the emeralds were believed to rest and heal exhausted eyes.
- Speeds detoxification of the body- Emeralds are believed to stimulate the liver and immune system to increase the body’s natural detoxification abilities.
Who should wear emerald gemstone?
Vedic Astrologers wear an emerald, also called ‘Panna’, under the guidance of Mercury (Budha). Mercury rules intellect, business and communication skills and if you want to improve in any one of these then emerald is a gem for you to wear. However there are few specific zodiac signs and professions.
1. Best suited zodiac signs (Ascendants)
Emerald, a lucky gem for those signs which are ruled by Mercury is a savior (Yogakaraka) as it makes the native healthy, wealthy and happy.
- Gemini (Mithun): A very beneficial gem as Mercury rules 1st house (self/health) and 4th house (happiness/property).
- Virgo (Kanya): Mercury rules 1st house (self) and 10th house (career). This makes the stone the best for professional development.
Compatible zodiac signs (On consultation with astrologer)
- Taurus (Vrishabha) & Libra (Tula): These signs are ruled by Venus, who is an ally of Mercury. This is why the stone proves lucky and wealthy for the natives.
- Capricorn (Makar) & Aquarius (Kumbha): Saturn rules these signs who is another well-wisher of Mercury. With the gem on the wearer’s body their stress and worries about career shall ease away.
2. Recommended Professions
Since Mercury signifies the brain, numbers, trade, speech and so on. Thus, wearers employed in the professions mentioned below are going to benefit a lot:
- Business Owners and Entrepreneurs: Enhances reasoning, protect against loss and increase the capability for successful business deals.
- Finance Professionals: For accountants, stockbrokers, auditors, bankers-these stones would enhance their data processing abilities.
- Minds of Communication: For writers, journalists, lawyers, public relations, spokesmen, those who must convey their message through spoken or written words this would prove a great asset.
- Tech Professionals: For Software Engineers, data analysts, information technology and so on this stone could bring much benefit and focus.
- Creative Professionals: For those involved in art, acting and designing these would prove beneficial for overcoming blockages in creativity.
3.Students and Academics
On appearance with other student and academicians at competitive exam in Mathematics, Finance and Law, you wear Emerald as it increase your memory and concentrating power.
4. For persons suffering from specific health problems or difficult situations:
It is recommended that you wear Emerald when the following situations occur:
- In case of weak articulation including speech impairment like stammering or chronic shyness or an unbearable stage fear.
- When concentration power decreases. Such person has an active brain, constantly thinks in many directions simultaneously and therefore may not even be able to organize or complete a particular task efficiently.
- For persons suffering from Mercury’s Mahadasha: For persons in the ‘Mahadasha’ or ‘Antardasha’ period of Mercury in their horoscope.
How to wear Emerald Gemstone?
To use the full astrologal potency of a natural emerald (Panna), one must wear it after the prescribed Vedic procedures. An improperly worn stone may end up counteracting the good effects or even inviting some unfavorable energies! Here is an easy to follow step by step process that you can share on your blog with your readers:
1. When to Wear
- Day: Emeralds are associated with mercury and therefore they should be worn on Wednesday.
- Time: Wear it preferably at the time of sunrise or not later than the first two hours of it.
- Moon phase: Wear it preferably during Shukla Paksha i.e. During the waxing or bright phase of moon.
2. Metal and Weight to be Used
- Metal: Gold is the most auspicious metal for emeralds as it enhances the energies. In case of financial constraints, Silver or Panchdhatu (five metals alloy) are suitable substitutes.
- Carat Weight: The carat weight should range between 3 to 6 carats or according to the weight of your body (which should ideally be 1 carat per 10-12 Kg body weight).
3. Which Finger should be Worn In
- Finger: It should be worn in the ring finger (pinky) of the dominant hand.
- Placement of stone: The setting of the ring/pendant for an emerald should ensure that the lower part of the emerald is open so that it touches your skin directly. This allows for flow of light rays to pass on to your body.
4. Purification and Activation Ritual (Pran Pratishtha)
Before wearing it for the first time it is mandatory to cleanse the gemstone from any malefic energies gained during mining and cutting of the stone. A 3 step process to be performed on a Wednesday morning is as under for your readers:
- Cleansing Bath:
Put the emerald ring or pendant in a metallic bowl and soak it in the mixture of these cleansing components for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Gangajal
- Raw Cow’s milk
- Honey
- Sugar crystals (Misri)
- Ghee (Clarified butter)
2. Chanting (Activating the Mantra)
Take the ring out of the box and wash it carefully with clean water. Wear the ring on a clean green or red cloth. Burn an incense and chant the Mercury mantra 108 times so that the cosmic forces are attracted to the ring.
3. The Intent
Wear the ring on the little finger, close your eyes and face towards east and make a prayer to Lord Budha (Mercury) to give you good health, intelligence, and a flourishing business.
Quick care tips Do not forget these while cleaning an emerald:
Do not wear your ring when washing clothes, cooking, swimming or when using a hand sanitizer, as such harsh chemicals can easily damage the natural sparkle and brilliance of your emerald ring.
Ensure to wipe the gemstone gently with a dry, soft micro-fiber cloth and never use an ultrasonic cleaner to clean your emerald jewelry as this will result in cracks owing to the vibration.
