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Heliodor Collection
Heliodor is the golden-yellow variety of beryl, its name meaning "gift of the sun" in Greek. A sibling to emerald and aquamarine, heliodor offers warm golden tones with exceptional clarity and brilliance at outstanding value.
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Heliodor's golden color comes from iron in the beryl crystal. The finest specimens from Brazil, Madagascar, and Ukraine display vivid lemon to golden-yellow. Often available in large, clean sizes. 7.5-8 Mohs hardness.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is heliodor?
Heliodor is the golden-yellow variety of beryl, the same mineral family as emerald and aquamarine.
What color is heliodor?
From pale lemon yellow to rich golden-yellow. The most valued show vivid saturated golden color.
Is heliodor durable?
Yes. At 7.5-8 Mohs, heliodor is excellent for all jewelry types.
Where does heliodor come from?
Brazil, Madagascar, Ukraine, and Namibia are the main sources.