Emerald Jewelry

Emerald Jewelry

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Facts about Emerald
Hardness Hardness
7.5 - 8.0Mohs Scale
Good

Good hardness for everyday wear. Durable enough for rings and bracelets, though they should be stored away from harder stones like sapphire or diamond which could scratch their surface.

The Mohs scale rates a gem's scratch resistance from 1 (softest) to 10 (hardest). Read more about the Mohs scale and why durability isn't just about hardness.

Care Instructions Care Instructions
An estimated 90 percent or more emeralds are fracture-filled. Ultrasonic vibrations can weaken already-fractured stones, and hot steam can cause oil or unhardened resin to sweat out of fractures. Using warm, soapy water coupled with gentle scrubbing is the safest way to clean emeralds.
Points of Interest Points of Interest
  • Green variety of the mineral beryl
  • Birthstone of May
  • Traditional gift for the 20th and 35th anniversaries
  • The majority of the world's emeralds come from Colombia, Brazil, and Zambia.
  • The world's finest emeralds come from Colombia.
  • Though they have good hardness, emeralds are not particularly tough. Because of their internal fractures, emeralds should be worn with care as they are prone to breaking and chipping.