Morganite is a pink semi-precious stone belonging to the beryl mineral family which also includes the more common beryls like emerald and aquamarine. Available in a variety of colors including pink, rose, peach, purple and salmon, the pink and rose-colored stones are the most sought after today.

Is a morganite a real diamond?

Morganite is a variety of beryl, a clear mineral that forms in hexagonal crystals. Its other varieties include emerald (green beryl) and aquamarine (light blue beryl). ... On a dollar-per-carat basis, morganites are much less expensive than diamonds.

Is morganite a valuable gem?

The price of morganite may vary somewhat but in general, the stone costs approximately one tenth of what a diamond would by weight. Morganite stones that are medium light to medium pink in colour, with custom cuts, are the most valuable of all. The lighter the stone and the more inclusions, the less valuable it is.