Emerald was mined in egypt 4,000 years ago and is still prized today for its beauty and healing abilities.Emerald may reveal truth, encourages honesty, enhance intuition, strengthen love, cleansing, purifying, helps with hidden fears, and will help with focus making it a great stone to meditate with.Stones can range from 1″ – 3″ and your pound may contain jewelry sized chips.1 lb from brazil.