Identifying Emerald is not an easy task but this can be done if you keep certain pointers in your mind before making a purchase of it.
Some of the general key features of emeralds are
*It has small black spots which are present in it due to the presence of carbon.
*Small cracks are often seen on the Emerald, but it doesn’t make it worthless.
To identify the real Emeralds, one must consider the below mentioned points:
*When we place the real emerald stone on our eyes, it feels cool, whereas the replica quickly warms up.
*When we put the real emerald in a glass pot with water, it emits green light, whereas the fake does not.
*When we drop water on a genuine emerald, it retains its color. However, if the emerald is fake, the water spreads quickly.
Some physical properties of the Emerald Stone:
COLOUR
The attractive colour of the emerald determines its price in the market. However, the clarity, cut, and size of the gem also determine the price of this gemstone. The emeralds which are medium to dark green are considered real emeralds, and the lighter shades are called green beryl.
CUT
It is back-breaking to cut the emeralds, but before cutting, the lapidary must plan all the things prior to the process, as too many cracks in the emerald can make them very fragile. The corners of the stone should be cut in such a manner that they remain strong and durable, so that they can be polished and can be turned into fine jewelry.
CARAT
The splendid beauty of any stone is brought out only when it is cut into an ideal shape to reflect the light better. Interestingly, emeralds have their own particular cut which is known as the "emerald cut," which brings out the beauty and even maximises the colour of the gem. It protects the delicacy of the stone from internal and mechanical stress. The beautiful fine cut of the emerald stone amplifies the richness and colour of the stone.
CLARITY
Because flawless emeralds are extremely rare, the stone is generally treated with different oils to enhance its luster. In some gemstones, the clarity and transparency are interlinked. Emeralds are normally found with visible flaws which can affect the clarity and transparency of a gem, then there is a chance that the gemstone cannot get a good price in the market.
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