{"product_id":"1-23-carats-natural-panjshir-emerald-stone","title":"1.23 carats Natural Panjshir Emerald Stone - Octagonal Shape","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis 1.23 carats Emerald is sourced from Panjshir Valley of Afghanistan which is popular for its geological rarity and chromatic purity. The stone is medium light green tone with nice brilliance and clarity \u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e — a combination that is increasingly difficult to find in today's market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStone Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.23 Carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Pieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.3 x 5.9 x 3.7 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Panjshir Valley, Afghanistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None — \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beryl (\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ1: Where exactly is Panjshir Valley, and why is it significant for emeralds?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePanjshir Valley is a high-altitude river valley in northeastern Afghanista. This has been recognized as one of the world \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003epremier emerald-producing mines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ2: How do Panjshir emeralds compare to Colombian emeralds?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth origins are considered top-tier in the gemological world in reference to emeralds. Colombian emeralds are known for their warm, slightly yellowish-green hue and strong fluorescence. Panjshir emeralds, by contrast, tend toward a cooler, purer green with minimal secondary tones and a glassy, high-refractive brilliance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ3: Are Panjshir emeralds typically treated?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA natural panjshir emeralds must have inclusions — inclusions are a hallmark of authenticity, not a flaw. Unlike emeralds from some other origins, Panjshir stones often require little to no oil or resin treatment due to their relatively tight fracture networks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ4: Is this stone ethically sourced?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. All stones in our inventory are ethically sourced through verified supply chains with direct-from-mine traceability wherever possible. We are committed to responsible gemstone commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkmarketgems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52847892431137,"sku":"EMER-432","price":700.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/octagonal-panjshir-emeralds.jpg?v=1781529488","url":"https:\/\/www.folkmarketgems.com\/products\/1-23-carats-natural-panjshir-emerald-stone","provider":"Folkmarketgems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}