Could anyone please tell me where I can purchase some "raw emerald" (rough emerald?) like in the photo?
I would love to make my own ring like these.

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Photos are from an UK online shop

They say:
Natural, untreated Emerald gems from Zambia (I don't mind if it's not from Zambia)
Stone Size Most around 8-9mm.


(ring price is depends on the finish, if its 925 sterling silver = about £44, and Gold Vermeil = about £53.
since I am new to jewellery making and have no ideal how much those band costs but I'm guessing stone itself wouldn't be too expensive..?)


I know there are some great cut emerald sold on Cooksongold website but since I'm a newbie I just wanted to start something
a bit more casual


Thank you