The term Beryl comes from the Latin word “Beryllus,” meaning "precious blue-green color-of-sea-water stone.” Beryl is a Beryllium aluminium silicate, one of the most fantastic and popular hexagonal-shaped minerals which occur in a veritable rainbow of colors. The Beryl family includes some of the most allured gemstones like Aquamarine, Emerald, Heliodor and Morganite. These gemstones are named by their colors i.e, Emerald (green), Aquamarine (greenish-blue to blue), Morganite (pink to orange), Heliodor (yellow to greenish-yellow). Emerald and Aquamarine are by far the most popular ones.
Beryl Family | Chemical Formula | Hardness | Beryl Refractive Index | Beryl Density | Diaphaneity | Color of Gemstone |
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Beryl | Be3Al2(Si6O18) | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs Scale) | 1.61 - 1.65 | 2.63 - 2.9 | Transparent - Opaque | Colorless |
Green Beryl - Emerald | Be3Al2(SiO3)6 | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs Scale) | 1.57 - 1.58 | 2.67-2.78 | Transparent - Translucent | Greenish Blue to Blue |
Blue Beryl - Aquamarine | Be3Al2Si6?O18 + Fe | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs Scale) | 1.57 - 1.58 | 2.6 to 2.8 | Translucent - Transparent | Blue |
Pink Beryl - Morganite | Be3Al2Si6O18 | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs Scale) | 1.58 - 1.59 | 2.8 to 2.91 | Translucent - Transparent | Pink to orange-pink |
Yellow - Golden Beryl - Heliodor | Be3Al2Si6O18 | 7.5 – 8 (Mohs Scale | 1.57 - 1.58 | 2.6 to 2.8 | Translucent - Transparent | Yellow, greenish Yellow, golden-yellow |
Beryl is a mineral composed of Beryllium aluminium cyclosilicate and is one of the most popular minerals in all of its forms. As discussed, there are different gemstones that belong to the Beryl family and each member has its own significance of offer.
Beryl stone is known for its alluring group of the most expensive and popular gemstones which have immense benefits to offer. The captivating colors and vast variety make it one of the most desired gemstones. The Beryl family is favored for its strong healing properties which have been mentioned below.
Beryls have the power to increase physical awareness. They make one alert and heightens human thinking power by expanding their way of thinking and analyzing their actions. It is one of the gemstones known for bringing good luck and also gives eternal youthfulness. It stimulates the mind and helps increase self-confidence. Beryl offers mental peace and helps one have a stressful life. It helps one enhance their communication skills. Beryl has been used in treating heart, liver and spine disorders. Beryl helps treat concussions and damage to the cranial portion of the head. It re-energizes the mind and helps the wearer feel active and alert. Beryl does wonders for travellers. It is believed that Beryl protects the travellers from dangers and helps them have a good journey.
Beryl is known for its exceptional range of colors, vitreous luster, brilliance, and elegance. It is one of the hardest gem materials. The quality and saturation of color have a great impact on the value of a gem. As discussed, Beryl is a mineral and includes many gemstones in the family. However, every member of the Beryl family has their respective countries of origin, color, clarity factors and cut which have been mentioned below in length. Thus, while choosing a Beryl Gemstone, one should remember that Beryl is known for its prismatic crystal appearance. The colorless Beryl can be absolutely transparent while the coloured ones are translucent to opaque. Sometimes Beryl exhibits discoloration upon heating or when exposed to sunlight. The Beryl gemstones are very hard in nature and have a Mohs index of 7.5-8.
Certain parameters determine the quality of the Beryl Family and based on these parameters, the Beryl’s value, quality, and authenticity can be evaluated. The parameters include:
Origin: Beryl gemstones from reputed origins are regarded as having the finest and the best quality.
Clarity: Clarity plays the foremost part while determining the quality of Beryl. Gemstones with no inclusions and fractures are the most desirable ones. Beryl’s durability ranges from fair to very good, the 7.5 - 8 Mohs hardness resist scratches.
Cut: Beryl gemstone can be cut and styled in different shapes such as round, oval, rectangle, pear, Emerald, trilliant, marquise, baroque, etc. A clean-cut Beryl gemstone is desirable and often sold for a higher price. Among the Beryl Family, Aquamarine prices depend on depth and purity of color and clarity.
Color: Beryl is available in a plethora of colors and range from colorless to black. However, each member of the Beryl family has its own color to offer.
Beryls prices range differently for each gemstone. Each gemstone's prices are determined by collectively assessing quality factors such as Origin, the intensity of the Color, Clarity, Cut, Carat Weight, Certification, Rarity, and Treatment. Based on the above-mentioned quality combination, the price of Beryl gemstones is as follows:
Beryl is rare and desired by gemstone buyers and jewelers. The price of Beryl does increase based on size and weight. Generally, the Beryl family does not encourage any treatment or enhancement. But out of the four Aquamarine and Morganite are often heat treated to intensify their colors, and Emeralds are commonly oiled to hide flaws. The other forms of Beryl are usually not treated or enhanced. The gemstone is adorned in its natural form. There are other quality combinations including origin, color, clarity, cut, shape, rarity, carat weight, certification, and treatment which determine the price of the gemstones. So, one should understand that it becomes important for buyers to buy from a trusted and genuine source as the authenticity of the gemstones matters the most. The buyers have to keep in mind that there are people who can easily sell duplicate gemstones so to avoid such frauds one has to be sure that they receive a genuine Gem Laboratory certificate with each gemstone they buy. We at GemPundit deal in the untreated, unheated, natural Beryl gemstones of the finest quality that are certified and verified by renowned gemstone laboratories. However, one also needs to understand that the weight of Beryl gemstones in India is usually expressed in Ratti and not in Carat. A buyer must understand the difference between Ratti and Carat. (1 Ratti = 0.91 carat)
Read our customer-friendly Buying Guide to know more about the weight of Beryl gemstones and what things should be kept in mind while buying Beryl gemstone.
Beryls are a unique and spectacular option for jewelry that is sleek, elegant, and refined. All the members of the family be it Emerald, Aquamarine, Heliodor and Morganite are perfect to be worn in any form of jewelry. Beautifully created Beryl gemstone jewelry is modern, classy, and is often paired with silver metals for a modern look and gold metals for a classy vintage look. There is perhaps no piece of jewelry quite as exotic as a fine strand of Beryl gemstones. With a wide array of gemstone jewelry available to choose from, GemPundit’s exclusive Beryl’s family gemstone jewelry includes Rings, Bracelets, and Pendants.
At GemPundit, you will find an exclusive collection of the most stunning Beryl jewelry. GemPundit provides customization service to our valuable customers where our team of CAD experts designs the Beryl jewelry including Beryl gemstone necklaces, earrings, rings, bracelets, bands, etc. as per the needs of the customer.
Customization of Black gemstone jewelry for men and women is available at Custom Jewelry Section. Visit our collection now!
Beryl gemstones require normal and gentle care. Exposure to extensive heat, solvents, ultrasonic cleaning, abrasions, hairsprays, perfumes, and chemicals should be avoided. The gemstones should be cleaned with warm, soapy water and a soft brush or as recommended by the gemstone experts.
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