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0.65CT Top Quality Natural Swat Emerald
- SKU
- As=Emerald
- Dimensions (mm)
- 5.4 x 4.97 x 3.32mm
- Weight (cts)
- 0.65
- Shape
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- Faceted
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0.65CT Top Quality Natural Swat Emerald
Weight:(0.65)CT
Stone:(Emerald)
[](https://www.wondermondo.com/mingora-emerald-mines-swat-emeralds/)
Swat Valley emeralds—locally called Zamurd—are renowned worldwide for their vivid deep‐green hue, exceptional transparency, and natural hexagonal crystal form ([visitswatvalley.com][1]). Here’s a top‐to‐bottom look:
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### Where they come from
The most famous site is the *Fizzagat mine** near Mingora in Swat Valley—one of Pakistan’s largest emerald sources, with an estimated 70 million carats in reserves ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
* Historically there were at least three active mines; today only this one remains in production ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
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### History & production
Emeralds have been mined here for *2,500+ years**, with ancient finds showing up in Roman and Indian artifacts ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
* Modern commercial mining began in the 1950s under Swat’s Wali, later managed by federal agencies, before private leasing resumed after 2010 ([mdigem.com][2]).
* Conflict in the 2000s, including Taliban plunder, halted operations; the mines were seized again in 2009, but have since reopened ([mdigem.com][2]).
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### Gem quality & traits
Swat emeralds typically show a *medium–deep corn‐green**, sometimes with golden-yellow undertones ([jewelfields.com][3]).
Inclusions (mica, rutile, CO2, N2 gas) are common, and rarer high‐quality, clean specimens can fetch *\$1,500–3,000+/carat**; top auction stones have hit \$15,000+/carat ([jewelfields.com][3]).
Commercial-quality stones start around *\$50–250/ct**, and locally in Pakistan, prices may range from \~Rs 4,800–16,000 per ct (\~US \$30–800+) ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
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### Socio‐economic notes
* Mining supports thousands of locals—including small-scale sifting of tailings by individuals hoping for green flecks ([arabnews.com][4]).
* However, the industry suffers due to outdated technology, lack of skilled labor, and no local cutting/polishing infrastructure—meaning raw stones are often sold unprocessed ([dawn.com][5]).
* Most value-add then occurs abroad, with rough stones exported to Peshawar, Dubai, Thailand, and India ([mdigem.com][2]).
* Experts suggest the creation of local polishing facilities and branding as “Swat Emerald” to capture more revenue and protect its heritage ([mdigem.com][2]).
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### In summary
| Aspect | Highlights |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Color & quality | Rich deep green, often with gold tones |
| Rarity & value | Commercial gems \$50–250/ct; fine pieces \$1,500–3,000+/ct |
| Mining scale | One major mine; informal sifting widespread |
| Challenges | Lack of local infrastructure, historic disruption, minimal beneficiation |
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### Want to explore further?
* If you're in Peshawar/Swat, check local markets for polished or certified Swat emeralds and ask about origin documentation.
* For gemstone collectors, look for hexagonal “trapiche” types—uniquely patterned with star-like cores ([jewelfields.com][3], [dawn.com][5]).
* Online sources: reputable sellers on Etsy, eBay, or Pakistani gemstone retailers can offer specimens (do your own inspection!) .
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### Real‐world insight
Reddit community reaction to Swat emeralds:
> “Beautiful emerald mineral specimen collection from Swat Valley of Pakistan ... Its eye‐clean” ([reddit.com][6], [reddit.com][7])
> “114 carat Mineral Specimen from Swat Valley Pakistan (\$170)” ([reddit.com][8])
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If you’d like tips on how to verify authenticity, buy from local sources, or learn about geo‐features like trapiche emeralds, just let me know!
[1]: https://www.visitswatvalley.com/swat-emerald/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Swat Emerald - Pakistan's High Quality Emerald - Swat"
[2]: https://www.mdigem.com/2022/08/30/the-neglected-emerald-mines-of-swat-pakistan/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "The neglected emerald mines of Swat – Pakistan – MDI Gem Co"
[3]: https://jewelfields.com/article/Swat-Valley-Emeralds?utm_source=chatgpt.com "SWAT VALLEY EMERALD GEMSTONE: Certified swat origin emeralds for sale"
[4]: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2599241/pakistan?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald dreams: Swat residents sift through mine waste in search of green luck | Arab News"
[5]: https://www.dawn.com/news/1122968?utm_source=chatgpt.com "dawn.com/news/1122968"
[6]: https://www.reddit.com/r/Minerals/comments/mx7mxq?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald from Swat, Pakistan"
[7]: https://www.reddit.com/r/mineralcollectors/comments/1fjm0je?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald mineral specimen"
[8]: https://www.reddit.com/r/mineralcollectors/comments/1fst52v?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald"
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- SKU
- As=Emerald
- Dimensions (mm)
- 5.4 x 4.97 x 3.32 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 0.65
- Shape
- Asscher
- Type
- Faceted
- Clarity
- VS
- Colours
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0.65CT Top Quality Natural Swat Emerald
Weight:(0.65)CT
Stone:(Emerald)
[](https://www.wondermondo.com/mingora-emerald-mines-swat-emeralds/)
Swat Valley emeralds—locally called Zamurd—are renowned worldwide for their vivid deep‐green hue, exceptional transparency, and natural hexagonal crystal form ([visitswatvalley.com][1]). Here’s a top‐to‐bottom look:
---
### Where they come from
The most famous site is the *Fizzagat mine** near Mingora in Swat Valley—one of Pakistan’s largest emerald sources, with an estimated 70 million carats in reserves ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
* Historically there were at least three active mines; today only this one remains in production ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
---
### History & production
Emeralds have been mined here for *2,500+ years**, with ancient finds showing up in Roman and Indian artifacts ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
* Modern commercial mining began in the 1950s under Swat’s Wali, later managed by federal agencies, before private leasing resumed after 2010 ([mdigem.com][2]).
* Conflict in the 2000s, including Taliban plunder, halted operations; the mines were seized again in 2009, but have since reopened ([mdigem.com][2]).
---
### Gem quality & traits
Swat emeralds typically show a *medium–deep corn‐green**, sometimes with golden-yellow undertones ([jewelfields.com][3]).
Inclusions (mica, rutile, CO2, N2 gas) are common, and rarer high‐quality, clean specimens can fetch *\$1,500–3,000+/carat**; top auction stones have hit \$15,000+/carat ([jewelfields.com][3]).
Commercial-quality stones start around *\$50–250/ct**, and locally in Pakistan, prices may range from \~Rs 4,800–16,000 per ct (\~US \$30–800+) ([visitswatvalley.com][1]).
---
### Socio‐economic notes
* Mining supports thousands of locals—including small-scale sifting of tailings by individuals hoping for green flecks ([arabnews.com][4]).
* However, the industry suffers due to outdated technology, lack of skilled labor, and no local cutting/polishing infrastructure—meaning raw stones are often sold unprocessed ([dawn.com][5]).
* Most value-add then occurs abroad, with rough stones exported to Peshawar, Dubai, Thailand, and India ([mdigem.com][2]).
* Experts suggest the creation of local polishing facilities and branding as “Swat Emerald” to capture more revenue and protect its heritage ([mdigem.com][2]).
---
### In summary
| Aspect | Highlights |
| ------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------ |
| Color & quality | Rich deep green, often with gold tones |
| Rarity & value | Commercial gems \$50–250/ct; fine pieces \$1,500–3,000+/ct |
| Mining scale | One major mine; informal sifting widespread |
| Challenges | Lack of local infrastructure, historic disruption, minimal beneficiation |
---
### Want to explore further?
* If you're in Peshawar/Swat, check local markets for polished or certified Swat emeralds and ask about origin documentation.
* For gemstone collectors, look for hexagonal “trapiche” types—uniquely patterned with star-like cores ([jewelfields.com][3], [dawn.com][5]).
* Online sources: reputable sellers on Etsy, eBay, or Pakistani gemstone retailers can offer specimens (do your own inspection!) .
---
### Real‐world insight
Reddit community reaction to Swat emeralds:
> “Beautiful emerald mineral specimen collection from Swat Valley of Pakistan ... Its eye‐clean” ([reddit.com][6], [reddit.com][7])
> “114 carat Mineral Specimen from Swat Valley Pakistan (\$170)” ([reddit.com][8])
---
If you’d like tips on how to verify authenticity, buy from local sources, or learn about geo‐features like trapiche emeralds, just let me know!
[1]: https://www.visitswatvalley.com/swat-emerald/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Swat Emerald - Pakistan's High Quality Emerald - Swat"
[2]: https://www.mdigem.com/2022/08/30/the-neglected-emerald-mines-of-swat-pakistan/?utm_source=chatgpt.com "The neglected emerald mines of Swat – Pakistan – MDI Gem Co"
[3]: https://jewelfields.com/article/Swat-Valley-Emeralds?utm_source=chatgpt.com "SWAT VALLEY EMERALD GEMSTONE: Certified swat origin emeralds for sale"
[4]: https://www.arabnews.com/node/2599241/pakistan?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald dreams: Swat residents sift through mine waste in search of green luck | Arab News"
[5]: https://www.dawn.com/news/1122968?utm_source=chatgpt.com "dawn.com/news/1122968"
[6]: https://www.reddit.com/r/Minerals/comments/mx7mxq?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald from Swat, Pakistan"
[7]: https://www.reddit.com/r/mineralcollectors/comments/1fjm0je?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald mineral specimen"
[8]: https://www.reddit.com/r/mineralcollectors/comments/1fst52v?utm_source=chatgpt.com "Emerald"
| Shipping provider | Shipping to Pakistan | Shipping to rest of world | Combined Shipping (Pakistan) | Combined Shipping (rest of the world) |
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