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Depends cut or just dug out of the ground? Cut is just a bit more but dug is cheaper. In jewelry or out? If it's in gold or silver it is worth more of course. But all in all its about midway between both (confusing I know) like 75% precious instead of 50% (semiprecious).

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An emerald is considered a precious gemstone due to its rarity, durability, and value. It is one of the four traditionally classified precious gemstones, along with diamond, ruby, and sapphire.

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