FAQ's Realted to Emerald Gemstone:
1. Best Emerald Origin for Astrological Purposes?
Zambian Emerald and Columbian Emeralds are considered to be the best Emerald for Vedic Astrological purposes.
2. What should be the carat weight of Emerald for Astrological Purpose?
Ideally, the minimum weight of Emerald which should be worn is calculated according to your body weight where each 12 kgs of body weight denotes 1 carat. For. Eg. a 72 kg person can wear good quality emerald over 6 carats for maximum astrological benefits.
3. What is the Substitute for Emerald Gemstone?
Green Onyx, Green Tourmaline, Peridot, Aventurine Quartz, Flourite and Jade are widely regarded as very good substitutes for Emerald Gemstone.
4. How is Emerald beneficial for a student?
Emerald enhances concentration, memory, and logical mind in students which helps a lot in learning.
5. What Factors Determine the Price of an Emerald?
Factors that determine the price of an Emerald are its Cut, Clarity, Colour, Carat, Weight, Treatment, Mining Process and Astrological aspect. Even a slight variation in these factors may affect the price of a gemstone.
6. Does oil treated Emeralds give astrological benefits?
Yes, minor colorless oiled emeralds give astrological benefits. As emerald is a very porous gemstone, it absorbs the moisture. So oil is applied to emeralds to enhance their beauty by removing dryness from the surface.
7. How do you identify whether an Emerald is real or not?
It is very difficult to identify between a real and a fake Emerald with the naked eye. Now these days, lab-grown emeralds also are confusing a lot. However, lab tests and consultation with a good certified Gemmologist can help in identifying whether the Emerald is real or not. We at MyRatna provide an authentic ISO Lab certificate with every Emerald.
8. When one can wear an Emerald Gemstone and which finger is best suited for it?
Emerald should be worn on Wednesday in the Little finger of the working hand between 06:15 AM to 08:15 AM or 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM.
9. How is Emerald for businessmen?
Emerald is deeply associated with eloquence which improves communication skills. Success in businesses nowadays depends on oratory apart from other things and Emerald makes it possible.
10. What Points should be considered while purchasing an Emerald Gemstone and Which is the Best Place to Buy Gemstones Online?
- First and the foremost important point one should consider before buying is the place from where one is planning to buy. Check how authentic is the place or the website before buying the Emerald.
- Buy authentic lab-certified Emeralds only.
- Check for the cut, color, and clarity of the gemstone. If you want to wear an emerald gemstone for astrological purpose, then color matters the most.
- The best place to consider the purchase of Emerald is MyRatna. As the best quality and lab-certified gemstones are available here at the best possible prices.
11. How to identify between cracks and inclusions in an Emerald Gemstone?
Inclusions are developed by nature when emerald mineral grows inside the earth's crust, while cracks are developed by the mishandling of the gemstone. Natural Emeralds are never free from any inclusions. Inclusions in an emerald is a sign of it being a natural gemstone.
12. Which Birth and Zodiac Signs are Compatible to Wear Emerald Gemstone?
People having Gemini or Virgo Ascendant: As Gemini & Virgo are ruled by the planet Mercury, wearing Emerald will be beneficial for people having these ascendants or Birth Signs.
13. Is Emerald the Birthstone of May?
Yes, Emerald is the birthstone for May borns.
14. What is the price of an Emerald Gemstone?
The price range starts from INR 2500 to INR 1 lakh ($30/- to $1200/-app) per carat depending upon its origin, cut, color, clarity, carat weight, mining process, treatment, and astrological benefits.
15. Can we wear a small size Emerald for astrological purpose?
Yes, if the Emerald is a high-quality one, then one can consider wearing a less-carat weight (small size) Emerald. But if you want a bigger one, then there is no limit. For instance, if anyone has suggested you wear a 5 carat Emerald, and you have a budget of ₹50,000/-, then rather than going for a normal quality Emerald of 5 carats in ₹50,000/-, you can wear a less carat weight Emerald of high-quality in this budget. Good mineral compound matters more than the weight and size of a gemstone.
16. Which metal is considered best for Emerald?
Silver, and gold should be the first choice to make any Emerald jewelry. Panchdhatu, Ashtadhatu, Gold cap with silver, and gold colette with silver can also be considered.