Essential Glossary of Colombian Emerald Terms

This essential glossary brings together the most important words related to Colombian emeralds. Learning these terms will not only enrich your vocabulary, but also bring you closer to the rich hist...

Famous Emeralds Discovered in Colombia

That’s why, in this article, we’ll talk about he most famous emeralds discovered in Colombia, their characteristics, the stories behind their discoveries, and their current locations—just in case y...

Differences Between Colombian Emeralds from Muzo, Chivor, and Coscuez

Each of these municipalities produces emeralds with unique features that make them easily identifiable. Understanding the differences between Colombian emeralds based on their origin is not only fa...

Colombian Emeralds from Boyacá, One Step Away from Gaining Protected Designation of Origin

But what exactly is a designation of origin, why is it so important for this department, and how is the process going? In this article, we tell you everything you need to know.

Evolution of Colombian Emerald Mining to the Present Day

In this article, we’ll explore how the process of extracting these green gems has changed from ancient times to today. New technologies and methods have emerged, and we want you to get to know them...

Muzo: The Emerald Capital of the World is in Colombia

In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Muzo’s emeralds, how to get to this town, and how you can live the mining experience firsthand with Emerald By Love.

Direct Competitors of Colombian Emeralds Around the World

In this article, we explore why Colombian emeralds continue to be the most valued and which countries are positioning themselves as alternative sources around the world.

Chronicles of a Colombian Emerald Tour

Below, we’ll share the story of one of our most recent Emerald By Love Tours, in which an adventurous Russian family living in Canada joined us. Despite being well-versed in gemstones from around t...

Who Was Hernando Sánchez, the Emerald Czar?

For decades, Colombia’s emerald market has been surrounded by stories of power and wealth. In that setting, Hernando Sánchez became a key and undoubtedly influential figure in the Colombian emerald...

The History of Emeralds in Pre-Columbian Art

In this article, we explore the fascinating relationship between emeralds and pre-Columbian art, their use, meaning, and how today you can find jewelry inspired by this ancestral legacy through Eme...