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Emerald (green gemstone) pendant

Emerald, green variety of beryl (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈); stones appear to be faceted and set in jewelry

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Emerald has Mohs hardness 7.5–8, vitreous luster, and a hexagonal crystal structure; its green color comes mainly from chromium and/or vanadium. The image does not establish whether the stones are natural, treated, or synthetic.

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At a glance

Common name: Emerald (green gemstone) pendant
Scientific name: Emerald, green variety of beryl (Be₃Al₂Si₆O₁₈); stones appear to be faceted and set in jewelry
Category: gemstone
Identified: October 3, 2026
Method: Standard

AI Estimated Value

Approximately $20–$500+ for a fashion or genuine-emerald pendant; value depends greatly on metal, stone authenticity, treatment, and quality.

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Natural emeralds crystallize in beryllium-rich rocks and hydrothermal veins; deposits range from ancient to geologically recent. The pendant’s stones cannot be dated or assigned a source from the image.

Uses & applications

Used primarily in jewelry and as a collectible gemstone.

Geological facts

Emerald is a variety of beryl, not a separate mineral species; inclusions are common and often called a jardin.

Field identification & locations

The green faceted stones in the gold-colored setting suggest emerald, but appearance alone cannot confirm identity or natural origin; gemological testing is needed. Emeralds occur notably in Colombia, Zambia, Brazil, and Afghanistan.