Emerald

Emerald is derived from the Greek word 'Smaragdus', which means 'green stone'.

About 4000 years ago, the ancient Egyptians mined Emerald. These ancient mines are now called Cleopatra's Mines

The Romans dedicated this stone to their goddess of love and beauty, Venus. Cleopatra was an avid collector of this so revered gemstone.

Regarded as a trinket for good fortune, it empowers the owner with foresight into the future, and is regarded as a symbol of fertility, rebirth and springtime. We maintain these associations between Emerald and fertility, allowing it a place as the gemstone of spring and the birthstone for the month of May.
It is said that gazing on an Emerald is an aid for soothing the eyes, due to its green hue. It is recommended for strengthening the nervous system, acquiring wealth, knowledge, peace of mind, rise in religious and spiritual affairs.

Emeralds are cut in Jaipur, India and Tel-Aviv, Israel as well as in the mining countries. Emerald is one of the most difficult gemstones to cut because of the high value of the rough stone and the many inclusions found in crystals. Small changes in orientation can make a large difference in the final appearance of the gem. Skilled craftsman who specialize in cutting emerald can be found in cities around the world for jewelers who insist on having stones perfected for the optimum brilliance and vibrancy.

When choosing an emerald, the most important value factor to consider is color. The more vivid the green, the more valuable the emerald. There are also attractive bright stones with a lighter green color that often make a spectacular piece of jewelry. Darker green emeralds may also make up in rich color what they lose in brightness.

Alternate Names for Emerald are, Panna, Markat, Samargdos (Greek), Tarkshya (Sanskrit), Zamurrad (Persia), Smarlda(Latin), Esmaurde(Latin).

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