About Emeralds
Emerald hardness ranges from 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale. Compare turquoise at 5 to 6 and diamonds, the hardest substance, at 10.
Even though emeralds are relatively hard stones, the presence of cracks and inclusions in emeralds can affect their durability.
Emerald is the May birthstone and the traditional gift for the 55th wedding anniversary.
Colombian emeralds are among the world’s most beautiful, with rich grass-green coloring that’s often kissed with a touch of blue. Quality emeralds are also found in India, South Africa, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Russia, and Zimbabwe. Recent finds in North Carolina may provide us with quality emeralds if the mine continues to produce stones.
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