Beryl (beryllium aluminum silicate) is a mineral found in several countries, including the United States, Russia and Brazil. Beryl is cut into gemstones and comes in many colors, depending on what trace elements the beryl carries. Each color of beryl has its own name and these are outlined below. Goshenite, the clear form of beryl, is rarely marketed as a gemstone.
Emerald
This is the most valuable form of beryl. The luminous green color of emerald is caused by traces of vanadium and chromium. Emerald and bixbite are the only forms of beryl in which veins and inclusions in the stones are expected and even sought after.
Aquamarine
The popular aquamarine beryl comes in many stunning shades of blue due to traces of iron in the stone.
Heliodor
Heliodor is a lesser known form of beryl that comes in shades of yellow-green. This color is caused by iron and uranium in the beryl.
Morganite
Morganite is a beautiful light pink form of beryl caused by traces of manganese.
Golden Beryl
Golden beryl's color ranges from lemon yellow to deep gold. Its color is due to iron and uranium in the beryl.
Bixbite
This form of beryl is extremely rare and found only in the Wah Wah Mountains of Utah. It has a rich red color from traces of manganese. Bixbite may contain inclusions.
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