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Exceptionally Emerald!

Short answer: Emerald is the green variety of the mineral beryl, colored by traces of chromium and sometimes vanadium. Its name comes, via Old French and Latin, from the Greek smaragdos, 'green gem'.

Colombia is the world's largest producer, and its Muzo mine is famous for fine emeralds. Most emeralds have inclusions, nicknamed 'jardin' (French for garden) for their mossy look, and these are widely accepted. The footage shows rough and cut emeralds, with the presenter.

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What should you know about Exceptionally Emerald!?

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  1. Emerald is green beryl.

    DD-170-F01 · Write-up · Exhibit A (Beryl)

  2. Its color comes from chromium and sometimes vanadium.

    DD-170-F02 · Write-up · Exhibit B (Chromium and vanadium)

Video transcript: Exceptionally Emerald!: Emeralds Are Allowed Their Flaws

Emeralds are precious gemstones known for their vibrant green color which is caused by traces of chromium and vanadium in the mineral beryl. DID YOU KNOW? The name emerald is derived from the Greek word smaragdos meaning green Columbia is historically renowned for producing some of the finest emeralds globally and the country's Muzo mine is particularly for its high-quality emerald specimens. The green color of emeralds is highly valued and their hue can range from light green to a intense green. Inclusions often referred to as jardin the French word for garden are acceptable in emeralds and can add character to the gemstone. NOW YOU KNOW!

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The write-up

Emeralds are allowed their flaws. Gem trade calls an emerald's inclusions its 'jardin', French for garden.

  1. Exhibit A

    Beryl

    Emerald is green beryl.

  2. Exhibit B

    Chromium and vanadium

    Its color comes from chromium and sometimes vanadium.

  3. Exhibit C

    Smaragdos

    The name traces back to Greek smaragdos.

  4. Exhibit D

    Colombia

    Colombia is the largest producer; Muzo is famous.

  5. Exhibit E

    Jardin

    Inclusions are called 'jardin'.

Questions people ask about Exceptionally Emerald!

Which mineral is emerald?

Green beryl.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Beryl) · Wikipedia: Emerald

What colors emerald?

Trace elements.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Chromium and vanadium) · Wikipedia: Emerald

What Greek word is behind 'emerald'?

'Green gem'.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Smaragdos) · Wikipedia: Emerald

Which country is the top producer?

Muzo is famous.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Colombia) · Wikipedia: Emerald; Wikipedia: Muzo

What are emerald inclusions called?

French for garden.

Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Jardin) · Wikipedia: Emerald

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  1. Which mineral is emerald?

    1. Beryl
    2. Corundum
    3. Quartz
    4. Calcite
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    Answer: A. Beryl Green beryl. Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (Beryl) · Wikipedia: Emerald

  2. What colors emerald?

    1. Chromium and vanadium
    2. Copper
    3. Gold
    4. Sulfur
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    Answer: A. Chromium and vanadium Trace elements. Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (Chromium and vanadium) · Wikipedia: Emerald

  3. What Greek word is behind 'emerald'?

    1. Smaragdos
    2. Rhodon
    3. Lithos
    4. Kyanos
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    Answer: A. Smaragdos 'Green gem'. Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (Smaragdos) · Wikipedia: Emerald

  4. Which country is the top producer?

    1. Colombia
    2. Norway
    3. Japan
    4. Egypt
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    Answer: A. Colombia Muzo is famous. Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Colombia) · Wikipedia: Emerald; Wikipedia: Muzo

  5. What are emerald inclusions called?

    1. Jardin
    2. Silk
    3. Feathers
    4. Clouds
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    Answer: A. Jardin French for garden. Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Jardin) · Wikipedia: Emerald

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Easterling, Marcus. "Exceptionally Emerald!." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-170, last updated Jan 9, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/exceptionally-emerald/

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