THE PROCESS – OREO Jewels

The Source

The Source – Across centuries, ZAMBIA has maintained its status as the foremost origin of premium emeralds, both in terms of quality and quantity. A diverse spectrum of emerald qualities is sourced from ZAMBIAN MINES , with the highest caliber stones serving as the standard against which others are measured. OREO Jewels, having secured an exclusive partnership with the KAGEM , KAFBU mines since 1968, benefits from enduring relationships with local mining. Our Raw material Purchasing Department in Africa Lusaka. This longstanding Availability empowers OREÓ Jewels to procure directly from the mines the most exquisite emeralds, rubies, and sapphires for the market.

The Rough

Initially, emeralds were appreciated in their raw, unrefined state. Yet, as time progressed, skilled craftsmen honed the art of polishing these gems, yielding an array of shapes that complement the inherent form of the stones.

The Cut & Polish

The transformation of raw material into a refined gem is a delicate craft mastered only by experienced artisans. Assessing the potential of rough stones requires a keen eye and deep expertise. Skilled cutters excel in optimizing size, color, and shape to achieve the most desirable outcome. What began as simple polishing techniques has evolved into a sophisticated art form, yielding brilliant and step-cut faceting styles. With over two decades of in-house lapidary expertise, we take pride in maximizing the beauty of every stone we handle.