Emerald Requirements For Sellers
Chimera Mineral Trading ensures the highest standards for emerald purchases to maintain the quality and integrity of our investment-grade gemstone offerings. Sellers must meet the following criteria:
- Only investment-grade emeralds are accepted.
- Each emerald must weigh a minimum of 5 carats per stone.
- Emeralds must have clarity levels of VVS (Very Very Slightly Included) or IF (Internally Flawless), ensuring exceptional quality.
Acceptable color ranges include:
- Green
- Bluish Green
- Yellow Green
- Emeralds can be in preform (pre-shaped for cutting) or rough (unprocessed) form.
- Sellers must provide valid identification (e.g., National Registration Card or Passport) and proof of the emeralds’ origin where possible, to ensure compliance with ethical sourcing standards.
Precious Stones Trading Process (Emeralds)
- Sellers arrive at the trading center with their precious stones.
- Sellers provide valid identification (e.g., National Registration Card or Passport) and register in our system.
- First-time sellers complete a one-time registration process, which includes verification of their identity and providing contact details..
- Our trained gemologists conduct an initial visual inspection of the stones to verify their type, size, and condition.
- A receipt is issued to the seller as proof of submission for grading and evaluation.
Authenticity testing:
- The stones are examined using advanced gemological tools (e.g.,
spectrometers, refractometers, and UV light) to confirm authenticity. - Any treatments or enhancements (e.g., heating, dyeing) are identified during this process.
Grading:
- The stones are graded based on international standards, considering factors such as color, clarity, cut, and carat weight.
- We only purchase high-grade rough, precious stones that meet
our strict quality criteria. Stones not meeting these standards are
returned to the seller. - The grading process is conducted in a secure and transparent environment, with sellers allowed to observe.
The final price is calculated based on:
- The grade and quality of the stone.
- Current market demand and international benchmark prices
for similar stones.
A detailed pricing breakdown is provided to the seller for transparency.
- Once the seller agrees to the price, a formal trade agreement is signed by both parties.
- Payment is made securely and promptly via:
- Bank transfer to the seller’s account.
- Mobile money (for sellers without bank accounts).
- Cash (for smaller transactions, subject to legal limits).
- All transactions are recorded digitally and securely stored for transparency and accountability.
- Sellers are provided with a receipt and transaction summary for their records.
Why Choose Chimera Mineral Trading
Chimera Mineral Trading (CMT) is proud to announce its role as a trusted procurement partner for high-value minerals. As part of Chimera Investment Group Ltd, we have been mandated by an international investor to procure premium investment commodities, including Gold and Emeralds, directly from Zambia’s rich mineral market. This mandate demonstrates our reliability, expertise, and ability to facilitate secure and profitable mineral investments on behalf of discerning global investors.