Some of the emeralds the locals have sifted through the mine debris. Note that the debris has already been mostly cleaned by the miners before. Anything left over is for the locals to keep. Sometimes, good quality emeralds have been missed by the miners, and one can find a bargain deal from these local people.
Policy Document

National Policy to Realize Pakistan's Gemstone Potential 2026-30

Download the full policy document outlining Pakistan's strategic framework for developing its gemstone sector created by the Ministry of Industries & Production Islamabad.
40 pages
English
2026-30
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