EMERALD
Purer than the Purest
Emeralds are known for their deep green color, often compared to lush forests and the freshness of spring. This stunning gemstone has been loved for centuries, symbolizing elegance, growth, and timeless beauty. From times immemorial, emeralds have been worn by queens, kings, and celebrities—and their charm still shines strong today.
Now a days, the finest quality emeralds come from the rich emerald mines of Zambia, known for producing stones with vibrant green hues, better clarity, and fewer inclusions.
At Fine Colour Gems, we proudly offer 100% Natural Zambian Emeralds, ethically sourced and expertly cut to highlight its unique character. Our collection includes a wide variety of emerald in calibrated MM sizes, free sizes, matched pairs, and emerald layouts—perfect for any jewelry design.
If you own emerald gemstones from Fine Colour Gems, you're not just buying a high quality emerald but a piece of Earth’s natural elegance, obtained from Gemfields & Grizzly and expertly crafted by our skilled craftsmen.
Zambian Emerald
Zambian Emeralds are quickly becoming one of the most popular choices for gemstone lovers around the world. Known for their rich green blue colour, strong saturation, and excellent durability, these emeralds combine natural beauty with long-lasting quality.
Unlike some other varieties, Zambian emeralds often have better clarity, meaning they appear cleaner and more transparent to the naked eye. This makes them not only stunning to look at but also a great value for their price. Because of their durability, Zambian emeralds are ideal for everyday jewelry—from rings and earrings to custom-designed pendants.
These emeralds are also highly regarded in Vedic astrology, where they are used as Panna stones to support communication, intellect, and healing—making them perfect for astrological use.
Finest Zambian Emeralds - From Mines to Masterpiece
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Fine Colour Gems is the preferred authorized auction partner of Gemfields and Grizzly, the biggest Zambian Emerald mining companies. Our Zambian Emerald rough is handpicked for its natural green brilliance, fine structure, and overall gemstone integrity. Sourced ethically from Gemfields and Grizzly, these Zambian Emeralds are known for their vibrant green color, and often display better clarity than emeralds from other regions.
Emeralds are delicate gems with natural inclusions, so their cutting requires expert precision and care. Our skilled artisans use a blend of modern diamond-plated machinery for accurate shaping, along with traditional hand-finished techniques to preserve the stone’s natural character. For polishing, we apply a mix of advanced Israeli methods and the time-honored Indian Parsaan technique, giving each emerald its full glow and elegance.
Each emerald undergoes strict quality control checks at every stage, from rough to final cut, to ensure the stone is both beautiful and durable. The result is a perfectly crafted emerald—ready to be transformed into timeless, heirloom-quality jewelry.
Factors Affecting Emerald Quality & Price
Colour – The Heart of the Emerald
Color is the most important factor in pricing any emerald gemstone. Zambian emeralds tend to have a slightly bluish-green hue with strong saturation. The deeper and more vibrant the green, the higher the value. If the color is too dark, too pale, or has a greyish tone, it may lower the price. Zambian emeralds are loved for their well-balanced green-blue tones that look striking in all kinds of jewelry.
Clarity – Natural and Cleaner
Emeralds naturally have inclusions—tiny internal marks known as ‘jardin’ that form during its growth. However, Zambian emeralds are often cleaner than the other emeralds from other origins. They may have small black specks or slight colour zoning, but many Zambian emerald stones are "eye-clean", meaning you won’t see flaws without magnification. An emerald with high clarity and good colour is rare and commands a premium price in the market.
Cut – Shaping the Sparkle
Zambian emeralds are often cut with care to highlight their colour and minimize visible inclusions. Complex shapes like emerald-cut, cushion, and pear, cost more because more rough material is utilized in making them. A well-cut emerald reflects more light and looks brighter and more appealing.
Carat Weight – Bigger Can Be Rarer
Larger Zambian emeralds with good clarity and color are highly rare. The price increases significantly as carat weight goes up, especially if the stone is clean and bright. However, a smaller high-quality emerald can still be more expensive than a bigger one with dull color or visible inclusions.
Lustre Base or Non Lustre Base –Visual Quality and Value
Lustre base emeralds are known for their shiny, reflective surface and higher clarity. These stones have a cleaner crystal structure, allowing more light to pass through, giving an appealing glow. Because of their brilliance and refined look, lustre base emeralds are of top quality, premium priced and used in high-end jewelry.
While, non-lustre base emeralds have a more opaque or matte appearance. These stones typically contain more natural inclusions or internal features, which reduce their transparency and shine. They are also more affordable, making them a good option for budget-conscious buyers.
Both lustre base and non-lustre base emeralds are categorized into four color grades: Intense, Rich, Medium, and Light. However, lustre base emeralds are valued much higher than non-lustre base emeralds, due to their superior clarity, shine, and overall visual appeal.
Why Fine Colour Gems for Zambian Emerald?
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100% Natural & Authentic – We provide only natural Zambian Emeralds, carefully handpicked for their vibrant green color, clarity, and structure.
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Ethically Sourced – We are the Preferred Authorized Auction Partners of Gemfields and Grizzly mines and ethically source emerald rough from them, ensuring transparency, fair-trade practices and minimal environmental impact.
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No Child Labor or Exploitation – We proudly maintain a zero-tolerance policy for child labor and ensure fair wages and safe working conditions for all workers involved in cutting, and processing.
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Strict Quality Control – Every emerald piece is checked at every stage—from rough to final cut—to ensure quality, durability, and brilliance.
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Expert Precision Cutting – Our skilled craftsmen combine modern cutting technology with traditional polishing techniques to bring out the full beauty of each emerald, balancing its natural inclusions with vibrant shine.
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Wide Range of Grades & Sizes – We offer high-quality Zambian emeralds in calibrated MM sizes, free sizes, drops, and carvings. Specializing in matching pairs and layouts, our emeralds are ideal for fine jewelry designs and also hold excellent investment value.
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Bespoke Jewelry Requirements – If you're creating unique emerald jewellery pieces, our team helps you design with matching layouts and pairs tailored to your vision and style.
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Best Pricing – Our direct sourcing and in-house cutting allow us to offer high-quality emerald gemstones at fair, transparent prices, making fine emerald gemstones more affordable and accessible to everyone.
Trusted by Designers, Brands & Collectors – Our Zambian emeralds are a top choice for jewelry designers, brands, and collectors worldwide who appreciate consistent quality, ethical sourcing, and natural beauty.
Responsible Sourcing of Emerald
For us, responsible sourcing goes beyond just finding beautiful emeralds. It means making sure the people, communities, and land involved in the process are treated with care and respect. It’s about transparency, fairness, and sustainability at every step—from the mine to your jewelry.
We are the Preferred Authorized Auction Partner of Gemfields and Grizzly, whose commitments are,
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Fair Labour Practices: Providing safe working conditions, fair wages, and uphold human rights. No child labour is used.
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Environmental Care: Using sustainable methods to reduce waste, protect ecosystems, and rehabilitate emerald mining areas to help protect the environment.
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Community Support: Investing in education, healthcare, and infrastructure to improve lives of the community of the local people.
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Traceability & Transparency: Every emerald’s journey is tracked from mine to market, ensuring authenticity and ethical provenance.
With every emerald you buy from Fine Colour Gems, you’re not just choosing a precious stone—you’re supporting ethical business practices and making a positive impact on communities and the planet. Your purchase is a statement of care, quality, and trust.