In my opinion, Pakistani emeralds from the Swat valley region, and, in particular from the Gujar Killi mine are world class. These emeralds are often found to be comparable in quality and colour to some of the best Brazilian and Columbian stones yet considerably less costly when looking for a top quality stone, although, sometimes stones from the Swat valley contain excessive iron which may subdue the brightness whilst contributing to a more blueish hue. It's all a matter of personal taste when it comes to gemstones, I, myself am in agreeance with the general market in that I prefer emeralds with a slight blueish hue to those with more yellowish overtones, however, I know some people who prefer the more yellowish greens from Columbia, and, others who simply love the darker greens often seen in Zambian emeralds. Emeralds can be a bit tricky though with the acceptance of oiling, and, it being so prevalent in the industry, oiling has a way of hiding most of, if not, all of the surface reaching fractures, making it hard to be sure of what you're looking at. A detailed report, or, personal access to gemological equipment is a real benefit when purchasing emeralds for investment purposes. For those who simply want a gorgeous stone and don't care so much about the provenance, I'd suggest a hydrothermal synthetic emerald, they're in my opinion the most beautiful of the synthetics available.
@alexcope88623 жыл бұрын
I love watching your videos when I’m high because they’re so interesting and your voice is so soothing! Loving all this info! And you have great charisma on camera! These are very enjoyable!! Keep it up, guy!
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@honeysingh-ky9et2 жыл бұрын
Really?
@georgepark5329 Жыл бұрын
Same here! I find his presentations easy and informative 😊
@jadefinding Жыл бұрын
I'm testing that statement :)
@jamesprimmer355 Жыл бұрын
I had no idea about the controversy between chromium and venadium. Genuinely fascinating.
@shirleysenkler7813 жыл бұрын
12 years ago I walked into a local independent jewelry store and the lady I spoke to was very interested in making my dream of an emerald ring come true. May birthday so I've always wanted a birthstone ring. I picked out a setting and they ordered some emeralds for me to pick from. No one else has a ring exactly like mine. Most stores are - this is what we have, take it or leave it. I've also purchased a few of their estate sale rings, and I recommend them to my friends.
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@WontSeeReplies2 жыл бұрын
Surprisingly informative video. You answered questions I didn’t know I had. And I had a lot.
@patrickkyteler55853 жыл бұрын
Very informative video. About inclusions. I have an emerald and 18K gold pinky ring that I got a few years ago while on vacation. The inclusions are visible to the naked eye but you have to get up close with the stone to see them. The inclusions are wispy and found in the middle of the rectangular cut gem. To me, with you back up, the "jardin" gives the emerald a lush, velvety appearance. This is one of the three "serious" rings that I own, and one that I only wear on special occasions. I also have a pair of Chatham emerald stud earrings set in 14K. You can really see the difference when you put the natural emerald next to the lab created. The latter is much more saturated with more sparkle. Still, the character of the natural emerald makes it a favorite.
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful. And yes, character can be important!
@baselkhan83 Жыл бұрын
U guys never talk about emerald in the north Afghanistan a Place called Panjshir valley it has one the finest emeralds in the world
@IMG-mx3ff2 ай бұрын
Not sure about the finest quality but some good material does come from that locality. I’m biased I live here in Brazil I believe some of the most amazing emeralds come from Nova Era Minas Gerias state Brazil
@BCJSimon2 жыл бұрын
I went to Colombia to buy Emeralds, i got hustled by a jeweler, went through alot to get my money back, afterwards i found a Jewelry store that was honest and provided me with astonishing beautiful emeralds and at great price i`ve learned alot from your video thanks and keep it up!
@nickkellie3 жыл бұрын
Emerald of my heart. Thank you for healing oh dear emerald. This video really helped me study how special these precious gems are.
@ayeshakamran5283 жыл бұрын
Hi, I watched your video, very informative. I come from Swat in Pakistan which is famous for intense green very high quality emeralds. I would love to have regular communication with someone who has abundance of knowledge like you. Can I have your email?
@traces28072 жыл бұрын
So very interesting :) Since I'll never be able to afford an emerald, I opted for a chrome diopside ring. I have to say, I absolutely LOVE my chrome diopside. The green is absolutely stunning and nearly flawless in the clarity. BUT, it''s also a softer stone so yes, I am careful with it.
@MsCheriecoco2 жыл бұрын
Very interesting. I absolutely loved your video. I’m trying to increase my knowledge on different types of stones and you’re a very fine teacher. Very well explained. Very well. Thank you for your video.
@carltonposey3692 жыл бұрын
My Mom’s birthday was May 1st. One day, she told me she wished she had been born a day earlier cause her birthstone would be a diamond … I then told her she didn’t do to bad getting a freakin emerald!
@Folkmarketgems.minerals Жыл бұрын
I loved this in-depth look at emeralds! 🤓 It's so interesting to learn about the history, characteristics, and properties of these beautiful gemstones. A great resource for anyone looking to expand their knowledge of emeralds. 💎
@anonymousperson17377 ай бұрын
Fascinated by the world of jewelry. Wish I'd known about this channel years ago.
@jamy_baxtr3 жыл бұрын
finally some really good video about real information, not all that that spiritual and superstitious shit
@maanerotte3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for yet another great video. I really enjoy when you elaborate on the physics background. The crystallization and the inclusions etc. With kind regards Thomas
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@user-fq5gd4tu5d Жыл бұрын
My regards are kinder then yours ! 😊
@stephanebelizaire3627 Жыл бұрын
Happy New Year 2023 !
@jsundt90243 жыл бұрын
Tbh I want to know now the differences between emeralds coming from different countries. Which places produce more blue specimens for instance, what political situations these areas face, all of these things are part of a piece’s story
@razasyeda60542 жыл бұрын
I have a 2.8 carat swat emerald (almost transparent) set in my ring. It’s my favourite
@littlejacquesful3 жыл бұрын
Great video! Seriously the most educational and informative. Thanks!
@stevehammel29392 ай бұрын
Very interesting and informative...thank you!
@zahidjameel3223 жыл бұрын
You forgot to mention Emeralds from Panjsher, Afghanistan and Swat, Pakistan, they have most beautiful green color.
@mustafassw20082 жыл бұрын
No they don't. The best emeralds are from Zambia and Colombia .
@SueStrech-xi7xf6 ай бұрын
I love the darker emerald with no light color
@pamelakay97262 ай бұрын
How rare is the darker emerald with no light?
@1janelaf Жыл бұрын
Love the information that I am getting from you about gem stones!
@SiddharthGaurs3 ай бұрын
Very nice and crisp information. Thanks
@albertobeto8120 Жыл бұрын
Hi! You mentioned that emeralds can be very hard, but fragile when not being perfectly clear. An emerald without imperfections would be durable enough to wear every day (like an engagement ring)? Or would you recommend another kind of stone? Any other in green color? :)
@robertbrandywine Жыл бұрын
My wife has worn her lab grown emerald for years and hasn't broken it. Of course, lab grown have fewer inclusions and are therefore less fragile. Also, the emeralds recovered from the shipwreck of the Nuestra Senora de Atocha were on the sea bottom for 300 years and seem to have survived just fine, so are they really so fragile?
@nagatouzumaki8227 Жыл бұрын
I like these things because they have the properties as money there small & storable have with changeable values
@spaceglitter24083 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video! Very well organized and appreciate the calm, friendly demeanor 😌 thank you!! Can’t wait to adorn with my first emeralds 💚
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@johnathanespinal36192 жыл бұрын
Great video and information! Love your videos man! I’m very interested in buying emeralds.. I was seeing if you do one on ones over FaceTime to teach me more emeralds
@MN-xi1nb3 жыл бұрын
Hi, love your video. I'm from South Africa 🌍 have inherited stones from my father who passed when I was 11 all emerald and beryl and some diamonds. Mining was his hobby, I'm in my 50s now and want to sell them but don't know how to go about this. Can you please advise me on the how to. Much appreciated🙏
@Imetauen4 ай бұрын
Very good info, I've recently inherited a ring which has a natural incredibly small emerald in it, am trying to find out if it's worth appraising or not but I'm guessing it is. It's gorgeous despite it's size it has this beautiful shine too it when it catches the light just right.
@anilverma16273 жыл бұрын
Thanks for imparting the valuable knowledge... I love Emerald 🌸
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@wandaarnold7395 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing! Enjoyed the video! Very educational!
@TM-zs3rm2 жыл бұрын
Thankyou for the education. Please ad Tanzania to your list. We do have Emeralds. Same or more to zambian one. We share the same platau. Thanks.
@nolanschmidt52393 жыл бұрын
I bought one ...I am in the Phase of waiting for it. 2,54 ct from Zambia. With fissures and oiled. But I still already Love it. I really Don’t know if I made a Good Shot with the Price. I think even Experts exaggerate the actual worth to make Business.
@rcmoot2 жыл бұрын
Glad to see GIA fixed this designation. That would have set up controversy between two countries, saying theirs is and yours is not .
@bradp.31923 жыл бұрын
Really great video. Just discovered you, and subscribed after this informative, no-nonsense lesson! Thank you!
@Bullen_33 жыл бұрын
Emerald is beautiful,but not for every day wear,esp when it’s a ring we ware talking about,so I never suggest having one in an engagement/wedding ring set. If you do decide to get an emerald ring,only wear it when you're not gonna be working with your hands.
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
I agree. Thanks for watching.
@Bullen_33 жыл бұрын
@@YourAverageJeweler Thanks man, I love learning all I can,about gems! And you have excellent info,on one of my favorite subjcts!
@nickkellie3 жыл бұрын
An emerald is for life 💚👗
@sylvesterriley34462 жыл бұрын
Very informational! Great job bubba
@jennazhang49683 жыл бұрын
Thanks your video is very informative. Hope your channel grows fast. Good luck.
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Thank you
@dennisdean9379 Жыл бұрын
I am just beginning to shop for a real Colombian Emerald. My girlfriend is from Colombia and ONLY will accept an Emerald from there. I had heard, before watching your video, that Emeralds were not that hard and suggested to have some protection around it, whether some prongs or other metal or possibly stones/diamonds. Now that I know it is harder but fragile should I make sure the setting has some 'protection' around it to help protect it? Also, any specific questions I need to ask to insure a high quality true Emerald from Colombia? Thanks
@hybridgoth9 ай бұрын
A traditional 'emerald cut' stone is more suitable for use in everyday jewellery, avoid round and oval cut stones as they have a higher chance of becoming damaged over time. There are numerous setting styles available, it's best to consult with the jeweller who is working on creating your piece(s) to discuss your concerns, depending on whether the stone(s) will be set in a ring or a pendant will effect the options, as rings are more prone to damage they'll generally require a more protective setting than pendants/earrings would. You should enquire about a stones treatment if any, and, a detailed gem report if available. I would also personally suggest that, if you can afford to pay a premium? Choose and untreated stone if possible.
@milantr5754 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your beautiful videos.What can you say about Emeralds of Afghanistan? Some say that they are better than Colombian once.
@pistachiosandpopcorn71463 жыл бұрын
Bring Emeralds back! Screw Diamonds!
@christhompson42702 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing, it’s great to hear what you said and I learned a lot. Thank you for sharing 👍👍👏👏
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@llopez26633 жыл бұрын
Great video!! I've been waiting for you to do a video on the emerald. I've noticed most jewelers only sell lab-created emeralds. Is it difficult to find a jeweler that will sell a natural emerald and is it hard to find a good emerald?
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Given there price point, there are a lot of jewelers ( especially chains) that choose not to carry much, if any, natural Emerald. If you go into a reputable independent jeweler you will likely find them willing to source what you are looking for. But sadly, not a lot of inventory to browse. Thanks for watching!
@mahmoudrubeya78763 жыл бұрын
If in the USA, then visit Peter Marco, the jeweller, I'm sure you can get what you want.
@WontSeeReplies2 жыл бұрын
@@mahmoudrubeya7876 Any raw emerald source recommendations? Edit: perhaps‘course’ is the word I intended.
@MrRightZM2 жыл бұрын
Check out Zambian Emeralds. Really affordable and mined by locals.
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@kaylaroman9675 Жыл бұрын
Welcome Gary
@cristinasommer10122 жыл бұрын
I bought it in Bogota about 40 years ago and I didn’t get a certificate. It is big and beautiful.
@zammerman94242 жыл бұрын
Afghani emeralds have beautiful color, but unfortunately many of them are heavily included due to the explosives used in mining.
@CeylonCastleGemstones11 ай бұрын
Very informative video. Thank you ❤
@MrMichaelWHenze3 жыл бұрын
Very informative, I have subscribed! Thank you
@user-en5el1jj4q Жыл бұрын
Oh Very good lesson for me about plz also analyse ruby and topaz
@paulchristou90652 жыл бұрын
Very informative video, good job, thank you
@NeamToeuyАй бұрын
❤❤❤❤❤yes I’m new here I would like to know more about emeralds
@eleanorwalmsley635 Жыл бұрын
Previous to Blue Aquamarine being the most sought after colour approx 1920-30 Green aquamarine was more prized, was my understanding, as opposed to "Green Beryl"
@LauraUribe222 жыл бұрын
This videos are amazing, I love Colombian gems, they are the best!
@lightgordijn273 Жыл бұрын
awesome, useful information thanks
@robinsalario4372 Жыл бұрын
thank you i did not know that about chrome.
@riturajchoudhury24672 жыл бұрын
Hi I have recently bought an emerald and wearing it in a ring for astrological purpose. Should I oil that emerald to keep it in good condition? If yes then could you pls let me know which oil to use and the process please
@foodielicious1677 Жыл бұрын
I am into Gemstone trading and Faceting business from Pakistan... We have 5th largest deposit of gemstones in world .. Sapphire, Aquamarine, Peridot are of high class found here
@nas84payne2 жыл бұрын
Emerald. Or, the Green Lantern stone as I like to call it 😎 Lovely gemstone.
@frankcastle47153 жыл бұрын
I was bored as i was digging through my pile of rubies, emeralds, sapphires, moldavite, Alexandrite , opals, topaz, aquamarine and tourmalines when i saw this video so here i am and very interested 😃🙂 (edit) Yes. All A grade stones.
@calcastaneda3 жыл бұрын
That’s badass that you have a pile of gemstones. I can’t think of many that can say that
@hassaneshaghpour5312 жыл бұрын
بسیار عالی متشکرم
@omjbookworm2 жыл бұрын
I don't know your name but I'm brand new it's my 1st time watching you
@truptimehta95872 жыл бұрын
Hi there, Very interesting and educational video. Thank you for that. I found it interesting to know how important it is to know how the stone is processed with oil and not dyed . Durability argument also means a lot. I am planning to buy the emerald set for my 60th birthday this year. Present 🎁 to ME😁 thinking about it for few years so this information is very useful.👍🏽
@vohrailbaz41022 жыл бұрын
Hlo Mrs Trupti Mehta, If u need than I can help to find natural and affordable price emerald.
@Al7anon266MV3 жыл бұрын
very nice had a most information we want but I hope you talked more different between the rich one and the light one etc... and starting price but thanks :D
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Pricing is literally all over the place, but you ultimately get what you pay for most of the time. You can find Emerald almost dirt cheap, but it either won’t be natural or it look very poor in quality.
@WontSeeReplies2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, well put.
@charlessavoie23675 ай бұрын
First stones shown are impossibly clean suggesting synthetics. Easier to get a clean tsavorite and they have better sparkle.
@herbertatienza66563 жыл бұрын
I live in Washington state and came across something called "Mt. St. Helens emerald." Are those real emeralds? Do they have any value at all? Thanks for the informative videos.
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Those are not Emerald. Probably they were said to be glass made from the ashes of Mt Saint Helens, but over time I understand they have abandoned trying to continue using these ashes. It is more a tourist piece of jewelry from what I can see. Good question. Thanks for watching!
@tahakordykordy39332 жыл бұрын
عندى قطعه زمرد اصليه لونها احمر للبيع
@isabellavalencia8026 Жыл бұрын
They do not claim them to be emeralds. It is called Helenite.
@dave57892 жыл бұрын
Thanks for interesting show with direct, understandable narrative that makes sense. curious to see if you have tanzanite info. There is info all over the place, I was interested in your take. Research, it's all about the ride...and when we get there, it will be good and we will be better because of it. Again, thanks. db
@CyndeLooWho Жыл бұрын
Another great video
@jjbentley93 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the great information. Are you also a rock and meniral collector. I live jewelry too but I also am a Rockhound I've collected them my hole Life. Some are found some are payed for. But I think it's all very interesting.
@leeburkhart70678 күн бұрын
I've been finding some really cool.Gym stones in my backyard.I've got some beautiful sapphire Ruby and then I've got other red gym stones.I'm not really good at this.I was wondering if you could help me out by looking at somebody's maybe I can send you some
@jl52423 жыл бұрын
Awesome , thank you !
@romanticpanflute6 ай бұрын
Great video . If I wanted to buy / make fake and great looking for fantasy ring ect.. where and what should I start looking ? Been to Micheals but to cheap looking . EX: if I wanted to buy one and wanted to pay 100 bucks for it as a fantasy item that looks fun and beautiful . Thank hope to hear from you soon . I am looking into making fun jewelry for my self to start with .
@Mr123ketchup8 ай бұрын
Very informative videos
@neptunemacaw33543 жыл бұрын
Emeralds are one of my top 3 favorite stones I’m just trying to do some research
@elizabethstart74662 жыл бұрын
what treatments do they do on lab grown emeralds?
@sabineduret25122 жыл бұрын
Really interesting thank you
@jypsyjewels28542 жыл бұрын
No-oil Muzos tend toward yellow. Right now, I would say they are the most sought after, but you probably see more than I do.
@user-gi5gm1bs2x2 жыл бұрын
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@herberthastings7370 Жыл бұрын
How to buy a genuine emerald stone. Please advice
@Princessofocean2 жыл бұрын
thank you for sharing
@imtiazsyed7678 Жыл бұрын
Lovely exposition of emerald history. Wonder if you can recommend where in Dubai and USA I can get my emeralds, rubies, jade and others evaluated and certified. Thanks
@marklestergamayon40824 ай бұрын
How much is green emerald per CT ? my emerald gemstone ring is 7 CT and weight is 31.45 CT how much is this one should be ?
@feeling-red-white-bluein-g3493 Жыл бұрын
I have a emerald , the color is dark green well like six of them still in the stone, how do I sell it? And how much are they worth? Maybe four CT.
@beckylovesdrums Жыл бұрын
How can I be sure that I am buying a natural emerald with accepted treatment? it seems like it’s much less expensive to purchase gemstone jewelry online and I see many sellers claim their stones are natural AAA quality, and will also give a certificate of authenticity. Is that enough to trust them?
@hybridgoth9 ай бұрын
If something seems too good to be true it most probably is. This is not to say that bargains don't exist, but, just a cautionary note, there are many unscrupulous sellers on the internet currently, many of them will lie to make a sale, these people are not selling their products at a loss. If what they are selling was valuable? They most likely wouldn't be selling their stock cheaply.
@Teymurphell2 Жыл бұрын
Nice video
@ianking94252 жыл бұрын
I've noticed the Mouzo mines emeralds are much lighter in hue, but still very expensive, is this just indicative of that mines material?
@cristinasommer10122 жыл бұрын
Can you find out how your emerald was treated?
@Musicforthesoul862 ай бұрын
I was trying to buy an emerald ring and they were saying anout recrystallized emerald. What is it and is this acceptable and considered natural emerald?
@vedantkanthale18653 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Nice information
@YourAverageJeweler3 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear!
@blondeboi2593 жыл бұрын
Hello I have a raw emerald I’m having trouble with how much it’s worth the emerald is pretty big and dark
@blissbrain2 жыл бұрын
i bought an emerald bead choker at a thrift shop, it is of course filled with inclusios and opaque, and a lovely forrest green color, beads have multiple facets (briolet?) granduated size, biggest about 1.5 cm. cost was $300 $US so shall i assume it is dyed and resin filled? thanks for your great video!
@wingirl9333 Жыл бұрын
Thank you💞 for the education, 📀
@meeemalef58496 ай бұрын
0.03 crt $537 0.015 crt 830 1,912 crt $5000 I found 3 rings to purchase, but not sure if crt difference is the quality or the quantity. I just want a small piece of emerald ring , I care about quality but I don’t care about how big the stone is. Can you help me please?
@jahenry211 күн бұрын
If I went to Columbia and bought a nice emerald can I just bring it back with me on the plane?
@fostersstubbyasmr95572 жыл бұрын
My fav stone
@michaelodom70232 жыл бұрын
gotta watch it first. if it proves invaluable then definitely subscribing and prolly gonna see what u have to say about the others,tanzanite,alexandrite, bixbite, petersite however u spell that, ruby saphire the usual garnets and so forth basically
@user-ej7iu4tc5s2 ай бұрын
Afghan punjshar emeralds has world class size and luster.
@jameelrazaq21142 жыл бұрын
Salam, I want to work in the field of Gems & Stones. I may have swat emarald, Ruby, Topaz, Tourmaline and some others in our country. Can you help me? Thanks
@waylansnider21803 жыл бұрын
Those 3 people who disliked be like: I’m just going to be mean