Beryl
Information About Beryl:
Beryl is a family of gemstones which includes Emerald and Aquamarine. Any of the common colors may be referred to as "Beryl", but most colors have their own proper trade names, listed below:
Green - Emerald
Blue - Aquamarine
Pink - Morganite
White/Colorless - Goshenite
Yellow - Heliodor or Golden Beryl
Interesting note: Lighter pale green beryl is not Emerald because the coloring agent is not chromium.
COMMON GEM COLORS: Green, Blue, Pink Yellow. Less commonly used colors are violet, blue, and pale green.
HARDNESS ON MOH'S SCALE: 7.5 to 8
SHAPES FOR CUTTING: Suitable for all facet shapes, with cushion cut and oval being the most popular.
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