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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Emeralds and Beryl |
Gems Type | Precious Stones, Natural Gemstones, and Rare Gems Minerals Crystals |
Total Weight | 32.6 Carats |
Average Weight Size | Total Weight 32.6 Carats / 1 Piece = 32.6 Carats |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 21.5 x 14.12 x 15.8 mm (W x H x T) | Thumbnail / Miniature Specimen |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Green, Vivid Green, and White |
Clarity | Opaque and Semi Transparent |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | No |
Birthstones | May |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Mint (M) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Rarity | Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Emeralds and Beryl |
Gems Type | Precious Stones, Natural Gemstones, and Rare Gems Minerals Crystals |
Total Weight | 32.6 Carats |
Average Weight Size | Total Weight 32.6 Carats / 1 Piece = 32.6 Carats |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 21.5 x 14.12 x 15.8 mm (W x H x T) | Thumbnail / Miniature Specimen |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Green, Vivid Green, and White |
Clarity | Opaque and Semi Transparent |
Origin | Pakistan |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Treatments | No |
Birthstones | May |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Mint (M) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Rarity | Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
Product Description
Exquisite Emerald Crystal on Calcite Matrix from Mingora, Swat
This 32.6-carat emerald specimen showcases the vivid green color that has made Swat Valley emeralds world-renowned among collectors and gemologists.
About the Mingora Mine, Swat Valley
The Mingora region of Swat Valley in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province is home to some of the world's finest emerald deposits. These mines, situated in the rugged Hindu Kush mountains at elevations between 2,000 and 3,000 meters, have been producing exceptional emeralds since their discovery in the 1950s. The Mingora emerald deposits are part of a larger emerald belt that extends through the Swat Valley, with mining operations concentrated around villages like Mingora, Makhad, and Gujar Killi.
Geological Formation
Swat emeralds formed approximately 20-30 million years ago during intense tectonic activity associated with the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates. The emeralds crystallized in hydrothermal veins within metamorphic rocks, specifically in mica schists and talc-carbonate schists. The presence of chromium and vanadium in the geological environment gives Swat emeralds their characteristic vivid green color.
The Mingora mine's geology is characterized by Precambrian metamorphic rocks that have undergone significant pressure and temperature changes. Emerald mineralization occurs in quartz-carbonate veins that cut through these host rocks, creating the perfect conditions for beryl crystal formation.
The Mother Rock: Calcite Matrix
This specimen features emerald crystals naturally embedded in calcite, the mother rock or host matrix. Calcite (calcium carbonate) is a common carbonate mineral found in the Mingora deposits, often appearing as white to translucent crystals. The association of emerald with calcite is a distinctive characteristic of Swat Valley specimens and serves as a natural certificate of authenticity.
The calcite matrix not only provides geological context but also creates a striking visual contrast with the vivid green emerald crystals, making this a museum-quality display piece that tells the story of its formation deep within the mountains of Pakistan.
Features of This Specimen
- Stone: Natural Emerald on Calcite Matrix
- Total Weight: 32.6 carats
- Dimensions: 21.5 x 14.12 x 15.8 mm (W x H x T)
- Quality: Damage-Free
- Color: Vivid Green Emerald on White Calcite
- Size: Thumbnail / Miniature Specimen
- Treatment: None (100% Natural)
- Origin: Mingora Mine, Swat Valley, Pakistan
- Geological Age: Approximately 20-30 million years
This specimen represents not just a beautiful mineral, but a piece of geological history from one of the world's most important emerald-producing regions.
