Colombian Emerald Rings

If you are looking for a colombian emerald ring for sale we reccomend purchasing through reputable dealers who provide proper certification. This ensures the authenticity, origin and quality of the stone.

At Berganza, every Colombian emerald in our collection is examined by our in-house gemmologists and sent for independent laboratory certification, confirming country of origin and clarity enhancement grade. We hold only stones graded "no oil" to "minor oil", the two highest clarity classifications, so that each emerald meets the standard expected of a collector's piece. 

Colombian emeralds are a member of the beryl family, similar to aquamarine. Due to this, they are a slightly softer stone, scoring between 7.5 and 8 on the Mohs hardness scale.

To clean them, we recommend simply wiping them with a damp cloth to remove any oils, dirt or residue. Avoid scrubbing the surface of the gemstone, as this can cause abrasion.

Colombian emeralds exhibit multiple distinctive characteristics, the most significant of which is their colour, often a rich, vivid green with exceptional brightness. They are also known to be somewhat more transparent than material from other sources, showcasing their natural inclusions known as “jardin”. These inclusions can be indicators of origin, as they often form in characteristic patterns.

While these visual traits are a useful guide, the exact origin of an emerald can only be confirmed through gemmological certification. If you are looking for a Colombian Emerald ring, we recommend purchasing through a reputable retailer.

The finest Colombian emeralds display a pure, vivid green with subtle bluish undertones, a hue so distinctive that gemmologists often refer to it simply as "Colombian green". The colour should be strongly saturated, evenly distributed throughout the stone, and medium to medium-dark in tone: deep enough to appear rich, yet never so dark as to sacrifice brilliance. By contrast, emeralds from Zambia tend to show a cooler, bluer green, while those from Brazil and other sources can appear yellowish or paler, lacking the velvety depth for which Colombian stones are so highly prized.