Emeralds are not found in Pakistan. While Pakistan has a rich mineral history, emeralds are not among the gemstones found within its borders.
Pakistan's mineral resources include:
- Gold: Found in the Zhob Valley and the Chagai District.
- Copper: Found in the Saindak Copper-Gold Project.
- Iron Ore: Found in the Kalabagh and Chiniot areas.
- Chromite: Found in the Balochistan province.
- Salt: Found in the Khewra Salt Mine, the world's second largest salt mine.
While emeralds are not found in Pakistan, they are found in other countries like:
- Colombia: Known for producing some of the finest emeralds in the world.
- Brazil: Produces a significant amount of emeralds, often with a distinct bluish hue.
- Zambia: Famous for its emerald mines in the Kafubu District.
- India: Produces emeralds in the states of Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh.
