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Emeralds

Colombian, Zambian, and Brazilian emeralds — the world's most prized green gemstone. Certified lots with GRS and Gübelin laboratory reports, minor to moderate treatment disclosure, and secure global logistics.

Colombian
Top Origin
GRS / Gübelin
Certification
10–21 days
Lead Time
Global
Delivery

Overview

Emeralds are among the most coveted colored gemstones in the world, prized for their intense green color and historical significance. Fine emeralds command prices that rival or exceed diamonds on a per-carat basis. We source emeralds from the world's premier mining regions — Colombia (Muzo, Chivor, Coscuez), Zambia (Kagem), and Brazil (Itabira) — through verified mining companies and certified dealers. Colombian emeralds are considered the finest in the world, known for their warm, slightly bluish-green color and natural inclusions (jardin). Zambian emeralds offer excellent clarity and a slightly cooler, more saturated green. All stones are accompanied by laboratory reports from GRS, Gübelin, or AGL with full disclosure of treatment status (oil/resin treatment is standard in the industry). We supply both investment-grade individual stones and commercial parcels for qualified buyers, jewelers, and institutional clients.

Available Forms

Faceted emerald cuts (certified)Oval and cushion cutsCabochons (commercial grade)Rough crystals (collector/investment)Commercial melee parcelsInvestment-grade singles (GRS/Gübelin certified)

Specifications

Carat Range0.50 ct – 50+ ct
ColorVivid to deep green (slightly bluish-green preferred)
ClarityEye-clean to slightly included (jardin acceptable)
TreatmentMinor to moderate oil/resin (disclosed)
Top Origin PremiumColombian (Muzo) commands highest premium
Cut OptionsEmerald cut, Oval, Cushion, Cabochon
Lab ReportsGRS, Gübelin, AGL, GIA
Minimum QualityCommercial to fine grade

Certifications & Documentation

  • GRS (Gem Research Swisslab) origin and quality reports
  • Gübelin Gem Lab reports (Lucerne, Switzerland)
  • AGL (American Gemological Laboratories) reports
  • GIA colored stone reports (available on request)
  • Treatment disclosure: oil/resin type and degree
  • Origin determination: Colombian, Zambian, Brazilian
  • Export permits from country of origin
  • Chain of custody documentation

Sourcing Origins

We source from verified mining regions with full provenance documentation.

Colombia (Muzo)

World's finest emeralds. Warm, slightly bluish-green with characteristic jardin inclusions. Highest per-carat values globally.

Colombia (Chivor)

Cooler, more bluish-green than Muzo. Excellent clarity. Highly sought after by collectors and investors.

Colombia (Coscuez)

Known for large crystals with vivid saturation. Strong collector demand for fine specimens.

Zambia (Kagem)

World's largest emerald mine. Excellent clarity and deep saturation. Strong commercial and investment demand.

Brazil (Itabira)

Lighter green with good clarity. Cost-effective option for commercial parcels and jewelry manufacturing.

Zimbabwe (Sandawana)

Small but intensely saturated stones. Rare and highly prized by collectors for their exceptional color.

Global Price Indications

Regional price indications per carat. Executable quotes depend on certification, grade, parcel size, and delivery terms.

Emeralds

Regional price indications (USD / carat)

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Specifications
  • Colombian, Zambian & Brazilian origin
  • Minor to moderate oil treatment
  • Vivid to deep green saturation
  • 1 ct – 20+ ct certified lots
  • GRS / Gübelin lab reports available
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Supply & Logistics

Sourcing

Direct procurement from Colombian, Zambian, and Brazilian mining companies and certified rough/cut stone dealers.

Certification

All investment-grade stones certified by GRS, Gübelin, or AGL prior to delivery. Treatment fully disclosed.

Security Transport

Armored courier (Malca-Amit, Brinks) for high-value shipments. Full insurance coverage at replacement value.

Delivery Terms

Ex-vault in Bogotá, Antwerp, Dubai, or New York. DDP delivery to buyer's location available.

Payment

Wire transfer (TT), Letters of Credit (LC), escrow, or SBLC-backed structures for large transactions.

Compliance

Full KYC/AML verification. Source of funds documentation. OFAC and sanctions screening for all parties.

Ready to source Emeralds?

Submit your requirements and our team will respond with documentation requirements, sourcing pathway, and a structured quote.

Legal Disclaimer: COMMODITY TRADING DISCLAIMER: Commodity supply transactions involve significant market, price, and counterparty risks. Prices quoted are indicative and subject to change based on global market conditions. Helios Global Capital Markets acts as a commodity trade facilitator and intermediary; it is not a registered commodity trading advisor (CTA) or commodity pool operator (CPO) under the Commodity Exchange Act (CEA). All commodity transactions are subject to applicable trade laws, export controls, and sanctions regulations including OFAC, EAR, and ITAR where applicable. Clients are responsible for obtaining all necessary import/export licenses and ensuring compliance with applicable laws.