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Emerald
Emerald is the bluish green to green variety of beryl, a mineral species that includes aquamarine.
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A Status Report on Gemstones from Afghanistan
An overview of the plentiful and various gem materials being discovered and produced in Afghanistan.
The Oil Treatment of Emeralds in Bogotá, Colombia
This article focuses on Colombian emeralds and gives a detailed explanation of the oiling process as observed by the author.
Emeralds of Colombia
A comprehensive review of the history and geology of Colombian emeralds together with descriptions of some of the most famous gems to come from this locality.
Emerald Care and Cleaning Guide
Learn about emerald's durability and how to care for your emerald jewelry.
Emerald History and Lore
Emerald’s lush green has soothed souls and excited imaginations since antiquity.
Emerald Description
Emerald is the green to greenish blue variety of beryl, a mineral species that also includes aquamarine as well as beryls in other colors.
Emerald Journey
Emerald is the green to greenish blue variety of beryl, a mineral species that also includes aquamarine as well as beryls in other colors.
Abstracts; Fall 1991
This article, from the Fall 1991 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
Abstracts; Spring 1991
This article, from the Spring 1991 issue of Gems & Gemology, is a compilation of abstracts of important gemology-related articles published outside of Gems & Gemology.
Characterization of Emeralds from a Historical Deposit: Byrud (Eidsvoll), Norway
An emerald deposit at Byrud, in southern Norway, yielded significant quantities of crystals and gem rough in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
