Hexagonal Emerald Crystal
National Collection of Qatar
- Title:
- Hexagonal Emerald Crystal
- Production place:
- Wisconsin
- Period:
- Cenozoic Era
- Title:
- Hexagonal Emerald Crystal
- Production place:
- Wisconsin
- Period:
- Cenozoic Era
- Material:
- Emerald
- Dimensions:
- 5.2 × 5.5 × 4.4 cm
This emerald crystal is displayed in its original state, just as it was found in a Colombian mine. The natural cross-section—characterised by six crystal faces—is clearly visible. During the cutting and polishing process, many emerald pieces are cut into a hexagonal shape to maximise yield.




