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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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The Geographic Origin Dilemma
An overview of the geographic origin complexities facing the gem and jewelry industry today.
A Review of Analytical Methods Used in Geographic Origin Determination of Gemstones
Geographic origin determination relies on a combination of gemological observations and advanced analytical tools. This contribution reviews the analytical methods commonly used to establish origin.
Geology of Corundum and Emerald Gem Deposits: A Review
Over the last two decades, knowledge of the formation of gem deposits has improved significantly. This article reviews the state of our knowledge of the geology and genesis of gem corundum and emerald deposits.
Field Gemology: Building a Research Collection and Understanding the Development of Gem Deposits
With more than 90 field expeditions on six continents since 2008, GIA has accumulated over 22,000 colored stone reference samples. This extensive collection of colored stones with known origins supports GIA’s research on geographic origin determination.
Unique Vanadium-Rich Emerald from Malipo, China
Spectroscopic and chemical analyses of emeralds from this Chinese deposit show a unique composition.
Gemstones in the Era of the Taj Mahal and the Mughals
A look at the gem ornamentation of this landmark, as well as the jewels of the Mughal dynasty.
Land of Origins: A Gemological Expedition to Ethiopia
Documents a visit to the sapphire, opal, and emerald mining and trading areas of Ethiopia.
The Talisman of Charlemagne: New Historical and Gemological Discoveries
Reveals new details about this historical jewel and the results of its first gemological analysis.
Geographic origin determination of emerald
Saeseaw S., Renfro N.D., Palke A.C., Sun Z.Y., McClure S.F. (2019) Geographic origin determination of emerald. Gems & Gemology, Vol. 55, No. 4, pp. 614-646.
Gilson Cat’s-Eye Synthetic Emerald
In the early 1960s, French ceramist and engineer Pierre Gilson succeeded in growing and producing flux synthetic emerald of commercially marketable quality.
Emeralds Filled with Epoxy Resin: DiamondView Observations
“Blue flashes” seen with the DiamondView help to analyze the quantity and variety of emerald-filling substances.
Second World Emerald Symposium
Important topics such as sustainability, blockchain, nanotechnology, and traceability were discussed at the second World Emerald Symposium held in Bogotá.
