gemstone
Emerald in Matrix
Beryl (Be3Al2(SiO3)6)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and poor cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs scale, green color, vitreous luster, hexagonal crystal system, and poor cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed in metamorphic environments where hydrothermal fluids interact with surrounding host rock, typically during tectonic activity.
Uses & applications
Valued primarily as a precious gemstone for high-end jewelry and coveted by mineral collectors.
Geological facts
Emeralds often contain inclusions known as 'jardin', which gemologists use to verify their natural origin.
Field identification & locations
Identified by its distinct green beryl crystals embedded within a dark schist or pegmatite matrix; found notably in Colombia, Zambia, and Brazil.
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