Emerald is the deep green variety of beryl, colored by chromium and vanadium — a gem prized since antiquity and still the benchmark for green in fine jewelry. Natural emeralds almost always contain internal inclusions, poetically called the stone’s jardin: far from being flaws, they are the fingerprint of a genuine, earth-grown crystal and part of each stone’s identity.With a hardness of 7.5–8 on the Mohs scale, emeralds suit pendants, earrings and carefully set rings. Colombia, Zambia and Brazil dominate modern production, each origin with a recognizable temperament — from Colombia’s warm bluish-green to Zambia’s cooler, steely hues.GEMIC Institute sells only natural emeralds, tested and certified in our own gemological laboratory in Siem Reap. Every listing shows photographs and video of the exact stone for sale, with its certificate detailing species, treatment status and measurements. Each emerald is a one-of-a-kind piece; orders ship worldwide with tracked delivery and a 30-day inspection period. For a specific emerald request, our gem hunters are at your service.