Archive for August, 2008

What is an Emerald?

Friday, August 22nd, 2008

Emeralds are mined from under the ground where the perfect combination of the elements, heat and pressure initiates the growth of precious crystals. These green colored stones, usually considered to be more precious than diamonds are the most prized and most expensive among all minerals composed of beryllium aluminum silicate- minerals collectively known as beryl. [...]