Buy Rough Emeralds -

: Generally more affordable ($10–$500 per carat) but often more heavily oiled.

Prices for rough vary wildly based on origin and "facet grade" quality. buy rough emeralds

: Static photos can hide "silk" or zoning. Always ask for a video of the rough on white paper or with a light behind it. : Generally more affordable ($10–$500 per carat) but

: Given the difficulty of judging rough, never buy "sight-unseen" without a clear return window. buy rough emeralds

When evaluating rough, you are looking for "potential" rather than finished beauty.

: Hydrothermal synthetic emeralds can look very convincing. Beware of "dirt cheap" large, clear stones.