Emerald is the green variety of beryl, judged differently from a diamond.
Colour beats clarity — vivid grassy green is the ideal. ## The "jardin" — inclusions are normal; a flawless emerald is very rare. ## Origin — Colombia (colour), Zambia (clarity, bluish tint). ## Treatment — most are oiled; less treatment = more value, and it must be disclosed.
Frequently asked questions
Colour or clarity for emerald?+
Colour — a vivid green matters most; inclusions are normal.