An excellent, more affordable alternative that offers superior clarity and identical chemical composition. 4. Pricing: What Does an Emerald Cost?

Larger emeralds are rarer, making their value exponentially higher than smaller stones of the same quality. 3. Natural vs. Lab-Grown Emeralds

Color is the most critical factor. The most desirable emeralds are a deep, vivid green or slightly bluish-green. Too light and it’s just green beryl; too dark and it loses its vibrancy.