I bought this from the little crystal collection in the office of a prominent gem dealer, who had himself got this down in Colombia years ago. It is a very sharp, bright, rich green crystal of emerald with glassy luster and good translucency. The front is pristine and perfect. The sides and back are contacted, so it slants in and is not completely symmetric around the backside. Nevertheless, it sure looks like it is more pricey and more big, from the front view - hence you get a LOT of emerald for the price, with this specimen. It just glows on a shelf. Joe Budd Photos.