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Beryl (Var: Emerald)

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Three GEMMY, bright green emerald crystals in matrix, from a locality in Afghanistan that has turned out FAR fewer emeralds than the famous Columbian ones - these are much more rare on the specimen market as most are sold quickly for gem and cabbing rough. This valley was disputed heavily during the afghan civil wars because of its importance in generating funds from the mining. now, it has been producing specimens a little more regularly. The largest crystal here measures 2.5 cm in length and is TERMINATED. These crystals have wonderful color! 6.1 x 4.7 x 3.7cm

Product details

SpeciesEmerald, Beryl
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions6.1 x 4.7 x 3.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Panjshir

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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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
Regional guide
Emerald from Panjshir, Afghanistan
Panjshir emeralds, Afghanistan — a modern source known for saturated green crystals from hydrothermal veins; prized for sharp hexagonal prisms and color.