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