Product Description
This is a deal of 12 loose Panjshir Emeralds which are directly sourced from Afghanistan — one of the world's most popular emerald-producing regions. These natural emeralds have nice medium green hues with subtle bluish tone.
Lot Specifications
- Total Weight: 3.7 Carats
- Total Pieces: 12
- Individual Weights: 0.16 to 0.40 carats per stone
- Dimensions: 5×4 mm, 7.2×3.9×2 mm, 5.3×3.5×2 mm, 5.5×3.8×2.9 mm, 5.2×3.5×1.8 mm, and similar
- Origin: Panjshir Valley, Afghanistan
- Treatment: None — 100% natural, untreated
- Species: Beryl (Emerald variety)
Why Panjshir Emeralds?
The Panjshir Valley has produced fine emeralds since the 1970s. They are recognized globally for exceptional transparency and a saturated green color.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is emerald a birthstone?
Yes — emerald is the official birthstone for the month of May. It is also associated with the 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries. Natural emeralds represents love, renewal, and prosperity.
How can these emeralds be used in jewelry?
This lot is well-suited for a wide range of fine jewelry designs:
- Earrings: The matched pairs in this lot are ideal for stud or drop earring settings.
- Rings & Pendants: Larger individual stones (0.30–0.40 ct) will work as center stones in minimalist gold or platinum settings.
- Accent & Pavé Work: Smaller stones can be fixed with diamonds
Are these emeralds certified or treated?
These emeralds are untreated with a minor oil ( no resin, no fracture filling) — which is a value factor in the emerald market.
All Kashmir Stones gemstones are ethically sourced and sold with full provenance transparency.