It is a member of beryl group. It is fancied for its clear dewy green. It is due to Chromium content and in fact a green beryl without chromium would not be accepted as an emerald. Emerald is believed to posses healing power and to some people it is known as the healing stone. It is found in ophiolitic rocks of mélange zone of northern Indus Suture. The emerald deposits occur at near Khaltaro in Gilgit area. In short it has great potential for enhancing emerald production and mining activities [8].