6.5 Grams Miniature Chitral Emerald in Biotite Schist with Quartz Matrix – Metamorphic Host Rock Specimen
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Gemstone Specification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Emeralds |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Rare Gems Minerals Crystals, and Precious Stones |
Total Weight | 6.5 Grams |
Average Weight Size | 6.5 Grams |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 25 X 20 X 16 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Green and Light Green |
Clarity | Semi Transparent |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
Birthstones | May |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Mineral class | Nesosilicates |
Rarity | Uncommon and Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Stone Name | Emeralds |
Gems Type | Natural Gemstones, Rare Gems Minerals Crystals, and Precious Stones |
Total Weight | 6.5 Grams |
Average Weight Size | 6.5 Grams |
Dimension (w × h × t) | 25 X 20 X 16 mm |
Shapes / Cut | Hexagonal |
Color of Gems | Green and Light Green |
Clarity | Semi Transparent |
Origin | Pakistan |
Treatments | 100% Natural - Earthly Mined and No |
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
Birthstones | May |
Category Types | Fine Mineral Specimens |
Authenticity | Genuine |
Condition | Good (G) |
Crystal system | Hexagonal |
Mineral class | Nesosilicates |
Rarity | Uncommon and Rare |
Rock formation | Metamorphic |
Deal Type | Single |
Product Description
This is small size 6.5-gram Chitral emerald specimen features a naturally formed hexagonal crystal set beautifully within a biotite schist host rock accented by a quartz matrix. The emerald displays fresh green to light green tones with a semi-transparent clarity that highlights its natural crystal structure and internal character. Weighing approximately 5–8 carats in crystal size range, this genuine and 100% natural stone is earth-mined from Pakistan and remains untreated. Classified as a fine mineral specimen, it offers uncommon rarity and good overall condition, making it a desirable piece for collectors who appreciate natural emerald formations in their original metamorphic host rock.
How were Chitral emerald deposits formed?
Chitral emeralds formed through hydrothermal processes where beryllium-rich fluids interacted with chromium-bearing host rocks in metamorphic zones.
Are Chitral emerald deposits newly discovered?
Yes, Chitral emerald occurrences are considered relatively recent discoveries compared to traditional Colombian and Zambian deposits.
What type of host rock contains Chitral emeralds?
Chitral emeralds are typically found in biotite schist and quartz-rich metamorphic host rocks.
What geological setting produces Chitral emeralds?
They occur in tectonically active Himalayan metamorphic belts associated with regional fault systems.
How do Chitral emerald crystals differ geologically from other emerald sources?
Chitral emeralds often show sharp hexagonal crystal development within schist matrix, reflecting distinct Himalayan metamorphic formation conditions.