Origin: Panjsher Valley, Afghanistan

Description: This is a precious, jewelry grade emerald specimen. The specimens are transparent with some inclusions.

The Panjsher Valley, located in the Hindu Kush mountain range, has been known for its emerald deposits for centuries. These emeralds are highly prized for their exceptional color, clarity, and size.

Panjsher emeralds are known for their vivid, electric green color, often described as having a grassy or forest-like hue. They exhibit a high level of transparency, allowing light to pass through and enhance their brilliance. The gemstones from this region can range in size from small crystals to larger gem-quality stones.

The geological conditions of the Panjsher Valley contribute to the formation of these emeralds. The emerald deposits are found within schist and pegmatite rocks, which have undergone intense pressure and heat over millions of years. This geological process created the right environment for the formation of emeralds, where beryllium, aluminum, silicon, and other elements combined to create the distinctive green gemstone.

Panjsher emeralds have gained international recognition for their quality and beauty. Their reputation has been further enhanced by their historical significance, as Afghanistan has been a significant source of emeralds throughout history. The country's emerald mines have supplied gemstones to various civilizations, including the Ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans.

Overall, Panjsher emeralds are highly regarded for their exceptional quality and vibrant green color. They hold both historical and cultural significance and continue to captivate gemstone enthusiasts and collectors worldwide.

Chemical Composition: Be₃Al₂(SiO₃)₆

0.5ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 9mm x 2.5mm x 2.5mm

1ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 10mm x 3.5mm x 3.5mm

1.5ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 12.5mm x 4mm x 4mm

2ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 15mm x 4mm x 4mm

2.5ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 17.5mm x 4.5mm x 4.5mm

3ct
Approximate Size of 1pc: 18mm x 5mm x 5mm

We do our best to buy quality products- although not every rock is the same. If you choose to purchase the "staff pick option", we will select the best of the batch for you. Otherwise, it will be at random from the larger batch we have in stock.