Feb 8, 2023What makes Zambian Emeralds rare and expensive that Kiara Advani wore?Gunjan Verma
Found in
They are found in the Kafubu Emerald District in the Copperbelt Province of Zambia.canva
Zambia has a reputaion
Zambia’s Kagem Mine – where both Inkalamu and Insofu were discovered – is, at present, the world’s single-largest producer of emeralds, accounting for approximately 25% of global production.canva
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Zambian emeralds are known for their intense green colour and clarity. They have a greater level of clarity because of a lower incidence of “eye-visible inclusions”.canva
Colour intensity
Zambian emeralds have a higher iron content than Colombian emeralds, giving them a more intense green colour.canva
They are mined in an area of approximately 2000 square kilometers
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canvaTheir chemical composition makes them less brittle or porous, lead to smaller, high-quality gems
canvaZambian emeralds are often treated with oil or resin to enhance their colour and clarity
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The lack of vanadium, predominant in Colombian emeralds, results in its distinctive shade that ranges from light to dark green and slightly bluish to bluish-green.canva