{"product_id":"chitral-emerald-rough-lot-34-carats-pakistan","title":"34 Carats Newly Find Natural Chitral Emerald Rough Lot – | Pakistan Faceting Rough \u0026 Collector Crystals","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lot includes eight pieces of raw, untreated emerald rough stones. They are sourced from the Chitral district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. The color of stones is medium-to-vivid green color of Chitral beryl, with a slight blue-green undertone visible in the larger, more transparent pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLot Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emerald \/ Green Beryl (Beryl family)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chitral, Pakistan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 34 carats\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePiece Count:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8 pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndividual Weights:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.4 ct · 3 ct · 3.3 ct · 3.6 ct · 4 ct · 4.6 ct · 4.99 ct · 9.2 ct\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green (medium to vivid, slight blue-green tint)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw (unprepared) – matrix still attached on several pieces\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout This Lot of Chitral Emeralds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Chitral emerald pieces are compact hexagonal beryl crystals in their natural state. Several carry black biotite\/schist matrix on the terminations — typical of the pegmatite host rock from Chitral. The coin reference photo gives an accurate sense of scale: most pieces are small-to-medium rough, compact and dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/rough-chitral-emerald-faceting_7bda749e-7105-4d8f-8031-956c688082ad.webp?v=1786646394\" alt=\"\" width=\"286\" height=\"191\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tweezers close-ups show the surface texture clearly: natural cleavage faces, some vitreous luster zones, and minor internal fractures. No oiling, resin filling, or surface coating is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/chitral-emerald-for-faceting.webp?v=1786625696\" alt=\"\" width=\"217\" height=\"145\"\u003e \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/chitral-emerald-faceting.webp?v=1786625696\" alt=\"\" width=\"220\" height=\"147\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFaceting Suitability \u0026amp; Quality Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChitral emeralds are hexagonal in crystal structure, which makes them well-suited for step cuts (emerald cut, octagon), oval brilliants, and cushion cuts that follow the natural crystal outline and minimize waste. Before cutting, each piece should be windowed — a small flat polish on the surface — to assess internal clarity and plan the orientation of the table facet relative to the color axis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe clarity in this lot is mixed, which is normal for natural emerald rough. The larger pieces (4.6 ct, 4.99 ct, 9.2 ct) show transparent to semi-transparent zones that are workable for faceting; the smaller pieces trend toward translucent and included. A skilled lapidary can orient cuts to avoid the heaviest inclusions and recover clean faceted stones. Expected yield from this type of rough is typically 20–35% of rough weight in finished stones, depending on clarity and fracture placement. The color saturation is consistent across the lot — the green holds well even in thinner sections, which is a positive indicator for faceting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor collectors, the pieces with intact matrix and natural crystal form have display value as mineral specimens without any cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How do I tell if Chitral emerald rough is worth faceting or better kept as a specimen?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWindow the stone with a flat lap to see internal clarity before committing to a cut. Pieces with transparent zones and strong color saturation in the core are worth faceting; heavily fractured or opaque pieces are better kept as specimens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What is the difference between emerald and green beryl, and does it affect value?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are the same mineral (beryl), but emerald refers specifically to stones with strong chromium or vanadium coloration. Green beryl is the term used when color is lighter or iron-tinted. Stones in this lot are sold as emerald\/green beryl based on their Chitral origin and green color; lab testing can confirm the coloring agent if needed for high-value cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can raw emerald rough be shipped internationally without issues?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — natural rough gemstones are not restricted for international export from Pakistan and can be shipped worldwide. This lot dispatches via Dubai and is documented as 100% natural, earth-mined material with no treatments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fdf6f0; border: 1px solid #e8d5c4; border-radius: 8px; padding: 20px 24px; margin-top: 28px; text-align: center; max-width: 560px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #a0622a; font-weight: 600; letter-spacing: 0.6px; margin: 0 0 6px 0;\"\u003eINTERESTED IN LARGER QUANTITIES?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 18px; font-weight: bold; color: #3b1f0a; margin: 0 0 10px 0;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 117, 95);\"\u003eTry This Chitral Emerald Rough Sample — Then Order at Miner’s Prices in Bulk Buying\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 13px; color: #555; line-height: 1.65; margin: 0 0 18px 0;\"\u003eThis 34-carat lot lets you assess color, clarity, and yield before committing to a larger parcel. Wholesale parcels of Chitral emerald rough are available at miner-direct, discounted prices for lapidaries, gem dealers, and serious buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\" style=\"display: inline-block; background-color: #a0622a; color: #ffffff; text-decoration: none; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600; padding: 11px 26px; border-radius: 6px; letter-spacing: 0.3px;\"\u003eContact Us for Wholesale Pricing\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 11px; color: #999; margin: 14px 0 0 0;\"\u003eWe respond within 24 hours · Minimum order quantities apply · Custom parcels available\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Folkmarketgems","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53251101786401,"sku":"EMER-34","price":790.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0845\/4665\/0401\/files\/chitral-emerald-raw.jpg?v=1787171767","url":"https:\/\/www.folkmarketgems.com\/products\/chitral-emerald-rough-lot-34-carats-pakistan","provider":"Folkmarketgems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}