Emerald EmpireExclusively Colombian Emeralds

Emeralds are fascinating gemstones...

EMERALD

They show the most beautiful and vivid green imaginable, Emerald green. Inclusions are what gives these gemstones a life of their own and are seen in the finest of qualities. Emeralds are even more valuable than diamonds, because a pure Emerald [inclusion free], is very rare and is out numbered greatly by fine diamonds and rubies.

The Emerald Empire stands 100% behind the quality of Emerald that we stock. Our Emeralds are mined solely in Colombia in the region just outside of the city of Bogotá see map. All of our Emeralds are individually hand selected to ensure premiere quality with you in mind our valued client. See our Gem List.

4 Characteristics in Identifying EMERALD

COLOR:
The more vivid the green, the more valuable the stone. Unlike a diamond, a richly colored EMERALD does not necessarily lose it's value because of inclusions.
CLARITY:
The absence of inclusions will greatly increase the value of the EMERALD. (sometimes by $1,000's per carat) If the EMERALD is 3 carats or larger the price is much, much higher.

CUT:
Many shapes are available. EMERALD cut (the step cut) being the most popular and bringing out the most color. The round, will bring fiery brilliance and life.
CARAT WEIGHT:
The dimensions of a gemstone.

One carat is equivalent to 200 milligrams
One carat many times is divided into (100) points
(75)points=3/4 of a carat
(50)points=1/2 of a carat, etc.

Buyer Education

DO I NEED AN APPRAISAL?

Yes and No. Appraisals vary and there are no absolutes. A GIA (Gemology Institute of America) graduate is a good choice. A color photo and documentation is excellent insurance for any type of replacement due to loss or theft.

IS MY EMERALD TREATED?

For the most part all Emerald is treated to enhance its appearance. The inclusions often reach the surface of the Emerald and the cutters use enhancements to benefit the buyer and to beautify the stone.
• Enhancement disclosure