| About Emerald: Known to bring good fortune, the emerald is said to empower its owner with foresight. Its rich green hues reflect
nature and symbolize fertility, rebirth and eternal love. Legends claim wearing an emerald will strengthen the memory, increase intelligence, bestow
eloquence, guard against evil spirits and reveal the truth of a lover's lover. Once a favorite of Cleopatra, emeralds are the birthstone for May and
suggested gift for the thirty-fifth wedding anniversary, and still symbolize the eternal promise of Spring. Emerald rates 7 1/2 to 8 on the Mohs scale
of hardness.
Enhancements: Although cutting is the most basic enhancement method necessary to display the beauty of a gemstone, there are many fascinating
methods by which man has demonstrated his ability to draw maximum color, luster, clarity and brilliance from nature's earthbound treasures. A basic
understanding of these enhancement techniques will add to your appreciation of the beauty, durability and value of the
gemstone jewelry you already own, or plan to purchase in the future. Many sophisticated
methods are currently used to enhance the clarity of emeralds.
Oils, waxes, and resins may be used to penetrate open fissures in the stones. The enhancement is safe and permanent is an emerald is cleaned gently.
Buying an Emerald: Emeralds, among the rarest of gems, are almost always found with birthmarks, or inclusions. The most important factor to consider is
color. The more vivid the green, the more valuable the
emerald. Emeralds in sizes over 1 carat are considered to be important stones. At MyJewelrySource.com, we have looked extensively for the finest emeralds
displaying the best balance of rich green color and few inclusions. We want you to constantly admire your piece of
emerald jewelry so have taken great care to select gemstones that you will be proud to wear.
Emerald care: Do not use an ultrasonic cleaner. Avoid sudden temperature changes, steaming and contact with cosmetics, hairspray, perfume or
household chemicals. Clean only with a damp cloth or soft brush with room temperature water.
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