Emerald Fillers and Today’s Market: Demand and Pricing
It’s common for emeralds to be fracture filled with oil or resin, but do those fillers affect the gems’ price, and how does preference vary? GemGuide dives in.
Featured ArticlesIt’s common for emeralds to be fracture filled with oil or resin, but do those fillers affect the gems’ price, and how does preference vary? GemGuide dives in.
Featured ArticlesHow and where do gem trends begin? Learn how to anticipate them so you can be ready with the right material when the moment strikes.
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