Emerald, the most precious of beryls, is undoubtedly an object of extraordinary admiration. An exceptional stone found worldwide, its origins, its properties, and its surprising inclusions, also called “jardins” (gardens), fascinate. In the East as in the West, lapidaries and jewelers honor this gem through well-adapted know-how and constant innovation.
Join the discussion between the curators of the exhibition, exploring the uniqueness and beauty of these special gemstones.
Photo:
Two-Phase (Liquid and Gas) Thin-film Inclusion,
Emerald from Russia
© Bellerophon Gemlab Valentin Fejoz and Theodore Rozet