| Shipping |
- FedEx or DHL for $20.00 only / Delivery 3-4 days / fully insured
- Registered Mail for $6.99 / Delivery 7-14 days / insured for $200.00
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| Payment Options |
- Credit Card
- PayPal
- Western Union
- Bank transfer
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| Guarantee / Certification |
- All gemstones are natural!
- All photos and videos are of the actual gem for sale (No Stock Photos)
- We offer certification from AIGS for $20.00 only (3-5 additional days)
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| Size and Weight |
- Gems are always measured in Millimeter (mm)
Compare mm Size with US coins
- Dimensions are given as length x width x depth, except for round stones which are diameter x depth
- Select gems by size, not by weight! Gem varieties vary in density, so carat weight is not a good indication of size
- Note: 1ct = 0.2g
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| Additional Quantities |
- Every item is unique, so you can only order 1 of each item
- However, we often have similar or matching items. If so, we display them on the same gem detail page
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| Clarity Explained |
- IF = Loupe Clean - Internally flawless; free of inclusions
- VVS = Almost Loupe Clean - Very, very slight inclusions; inclusions barely seen under 10x magnification
- VS = Eye Clean - Very slight inclusions; inclusions can be seen under 10x magnification
- SI = Slightly included - Small inclusions can be seen with the naked eye
- I1 = Included - Inclusions can be seen with the naked eye
- Transparent = A gemstone having the property of transmitting light without serious diffusion / may have rutile or other inclusions
- Translucent = Allowing light to pass through, but not transparent
- Opaque = Does not allow light to pass through
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| Return Policy |
- All gems have a 30-day inspection period, which begins on the date
of delivery. Gems may be returned for a full refund during this
period.
- Please email us for return authorization code when returning a gem.
- For more details click here
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About Emerald
Emerald is the most
precious stone in the
beryl group. The wonderful green color of emerald is unparalleled in the gem world. Emerald, by definition, is a medium or darker green to blue green beryl, in which the green color is derived from impurities of chromium, vanadium, or a combination of both. The most popular and valuable color is a slightly bluish green in a medium dark tone with strong to vivid saturation. Clarity is important, but inclusions are tolerated more in emerald than virtually any other gem. Unlike other beryl gems, emeralds often contain inclusions and other flaws. These flaws are not looked on as negative aspects for emerald like they would be for other gemstones. Indeed, these flaws are considered part of the character of the stone and are used to assure the purchaser of a natural stone.
