The World’s Largest Emerald: La Emilia

With a reported weight of 7,015 carats, La Emilia is one of the largest and most famous emerald crystals ever found in Colombia. Its story is closely connected to Gachalá’s mining tradition and to ...

La Pita Emerald Mine

Located in the municipality of Maripí, Boyacá, La Pita is part of Colombia’s Western Emerald Belt, one of the two major geological regions where Colombian emeralds are found. The National Mining Ag...

Chivor: Colombian Emerald Mine

Chivor emeralds have attracted the interest of gemstone enthusiasts for decades. Their geological origin, green hues, and characteristic inclusions give each specimen its own identity.

How to Participate in a Colombian Emerald Auction

However, participating in a Colombian emerald auction requires much more than simply placing a bid. It is essential to understand the characteristics of the stones, know how the bidding process wor...

The Day Angelina Jolie Wore Colombian Emeralds

When an internationally recognized celebrity appears on a red carpet wearing a piece of jewelry featuring Colombian emeralds, interest in the gemstone immediately grows. But when did this happen, a...

The Challenges of Buying a Colombian Emerald

Moreover, when it comes to Colombian emeralds, origin is particularly important. Mining regions such as Muzo, Chivor, and Coscuez have a long-standing tradition, and each origin can present distinc...

Euclasas: Colombia’s Blue Emeralds

Sometimes informally referred to as “Colombia’s blue emerald,” euclase is of particular interest to collectors and mineral enthusiasts because of its transparent crystals, blue color, and extraordi...

How to Care for and Clean Colombian Emerald Jewelry at Home

Unlike other gemstones, emeralds require a little more attention because they are relatively fragile. For this reason, overly aggressive cleaning can affect both the emerald and its appearance. The...

Myths and Legends Surrounding Colombian Emeralds

Some have historical origins, others come from Colombian folklore, and many emerged because of the extraordinary value these gemstones have held for centuries. In this article, you'll discover the ...

The Rarest Inclusions Found in Colombian Emeralds

While most emeralds contain common inclusions such as tiny fractures, fluids, or trapped minerals, some inclusions are extremely rare and can even help confirm that an emerald originated in Colombia.