Emerald and Peridot are two different gemstones that have the following differences:
Chemical composition: Emerald is a green beryl, chemical composition of beryllium aluminosilicate minerals. Shaflite is a green silicate mineral with a chemical composition of magnesium and iron silicates.
Color: Emeralds are usually predominantly dark green and may have a blue or yellow tinge. The Shaffleite is predominantly light green, sometimes with an olive green hue.
Diamond activity: Emeralds have a high diamond activity, that is, the ability to flash and refract, so that they show a bright flashing effect in light. The diamond activity of Shaffleite is relatively low and usually presents a soft shining effect.
Hardness: The hardness of emerald is 7.5 to 8, which is more suitable for wearing in jewelry. The hardness of Shaflite is 6.5 to 7, which is more prone to scratches and needs to be carefully kept.
Source: Emeralds generally come from Colombia, Zambia and Brazil, while Shaflite is mainly produced in Pakistan, Egypt and Myanmar.
Post time: Nov-08-2023