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Emerald Beryl

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Emerald beryl, 2.6 cm, Jos Plateau, Plateau State, Nigeria. Jeff Scovil photo.

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SpeciesEmerald, Beryl
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.6 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityNigeria, Plateau, Jos Plateau
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Private Mineral Collections In Texas page 71
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Emerald
Mineral guide
Learn about Emerald
iconic green beryl crystals prized for saturated color and rarity of gemmy prisms; legendary localities include Muzo, Chivor, Kagem.
Emerald
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Emerald from Jos Plateau
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Jos Plateau
A collector's guide to Jos Plateau, Nigeria: its geology, mining history and notable minerals, illustrated with the 147 specimens documented from this locality on EarthWonders.