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Emeralds - Emerald Facts and Buying Advice

Green emeralds are a variety of the gemstone beryl and have been highly prized since ancient times. Use these references to become emerald-savvy. This library includes emerald buying advice and emerald care guidelines.
Shop for Emerald Jewelry - Emerald Earrings, Necklaces, Bracelets, Pendants, Brooches, Rings
Find all kinds of stylish emerald jewelry. Emerald earrings, bracelets, pendants and necklaces. Take a look if you love the look of lush, green emeralds.
Emeralds, Facts and Folklore
Prized since ancient times, a fine emerald can be more expensive than a high quality diamond of the same carat weight. Take a look at some of the facts and folklore that surround this popular gemstone.
Distinguishing Emerald Quality
A short, to-the-point text that explains a few ways to judge the quality of an emerald.
Emerald City, North Carolina
If production continues, James Hill's finds at his mine near Hiddenite, North Carolina, might offer us a supply of quality American emeralds.
Emerald Education
An excellent tutorial by the Professional Jeweler. This feature is written for jewelry store personell, giving them hints about ways to discuss emeralds with potential customers. The details include information about common treatments. Emerald care is also covered.
Emerald FAQs
This FAQs page by Esmerald.com probably covers many of the questions you have about emeralds. It includes general emerald facts and facts about the company.
Emerald: Jewel of the Nile
An interesting history of emeralds and information to help you choose jewelry set with emeralds. From Hatton Garden Online.
Emeralds - ICA
An in-depth look at emerald history, plus information to help you understand how emerald colors and qualities differ. An excellent article from the International Colored Gemstone Association.

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