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Duke of Devonshire Emerald

Green Emerald 1383.93ct — Huge uncut Muzo crystal given to an English duke by a Brazilian emperor

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Duke of Devonshire Emerald is associated, in the documented record, with a Green Emerald of approximately 1383.93 carats. Huge uncut Muzo crystal given to an English duke by a Brazilian emperor (1831).

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Common questions

What diamond or jewel is associated with Duke of Devonshire Emerald?
Duke of Devonshire Emerald is associated, in the documented record, with a Green Emerald of approximately 1383.93 carats. Huge uncut Muzo crystal given to an English duke by a Brazilian emperor.
What cut and colour is Duke of Devonshire Emerald's emerald?
It is a emerald, Green in colour.
What era and origin is it from?
It dates to 1831. Origin / association: United States.
Can I acquire a emerald like Duke of Devonshire Emerald's?
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StoneEmerald
Carat (approx.)1383.93 ct
ColorGreen
Era1831
RegionUnited States

Documented. This is an editorial reference compiled from public sources — a record of notable jewels in history, not a statement of endorsement or of any association with Legacy. Source: primary reference. Last verified July 2026.

Arena

◆Historic Stone

Stone

Emerald

Color

Green

Region

🇺🇸United States

Era

The 19th Century
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