Arjun Mehta
Head of Sourcing, GIA Graduate Gemologist
Arjun leads EmeraldVault's gemstone sourcing and selection through Jaipur, India's historic cutting and trading hub, and holds a Graduate Gemologist diploma from GIA with a focus on colored stone grading.
Articles by Arjun Mehta (6)
How to Buy Natural Ruby: A Complete Guide
Everything to check before buying a natural ruby — heat treatment, what actually drives price, and why origin claims like 'Burma' deserve extra scrutiny.
What Is Emerald? Meaning, Properties, Origins & Value Explained
A complete introduction to emerald: what the gemstone actually is, why it's green, where the best stones come from, what drives its value, and how to buy a genuine certified emerald.
A First-Time Buyer's Complete Emerald Checklist
Everything to check before buying your first natural emerald — certification, treatment disclosure, return policy, and the questions worth asking before you pay.
GIA vs IGI vs GRS: Choosing the Right Lab for Your Stone
A practical comparison of GIA, IGI, and GRS gemstone certification for natural emerald — turnaround time, cost, origin testing, and which lab suits which purchase.
Emerald Price Guide: What You're Actually Paying in 2026
A current look at natural emerald pricing trends in 2026 — how origin, treatment, and rising Zambian supply are shifting what buyers pay per carat.
How to Buy an Emerald Online Without Getting Burned
A practical safety checklist for buying natural emeralds online — what to verify before you pay, which documents matter, and the red flags experienced buyers watch for.