Emerald 0.60 ct (Ural, Russia)

Magnificent gem of a bright color and exceptional purity, a nugget!

Origin : Russia (Ural)

Weight : 0.60 ct

Dimensions: 5.29 mm x 4.4 mm

Color : Green

Size : Emerald cut

Treatment : Light oiling. Oiling is a very common practice to improve the appearance of emeralds. Emeralds almost always have internal cracks and inclusions. These characteristics can decrease the clarity and transparency of the stone. The oil fills in the cracks, making the stone clearer and smoother, while improving its transparency and luster/

Russian emeralds are known for their exceptional quality and fascinating history. They come from the Ural region, where significant deposits were discovered in the 19th century.

Main region : Ural Mountains, especially the Malysheva region, near Yekaterinburg. This site is one of the oldest sources of emeralds in the world, discovered in the 1830s.