Create Your Own Colombian Emerald Ring

5.0 (409 reviews) Bogotá, Colombia
Duration3h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 4 travelers

Overview

we created an unique experience about the art of jewelry! By creating the ring, you will learn how emeralds become the most important and precious stone for Colombians, and its influence in the colombian society and economy. We will work in the middle of the emerald and jewelry cluster of Bogota, one of the leader cities of this kind of industry in south america!

What's included

  • Pure silver and one standard quality emerald is included
  • The tools at the workshop to make the ring
  • You can upgrade the quality of the emerald or add more for an extra cost
  • 18k Gold is available only paying in cash

What to expect

Colombia is globally renowned for coffee, but our history pulses with an even brighter treasure: the Emerald.
A staggering 60% of the world’s emeralds originate from our mines, a legacy dating back to pre-Columbian cultures. Join our immersive journey into the "Legend of the Green Gold" and craft a piece of jewelry with your own hands that tells your unique story.

What Awaits You on This Exclusive Tour?

Historical Introduction: Discover the fascinating importance of the emerald for Muisca, Pre-colonial, and Colonial cultures, understanding why it was revered as the stone of immortality.

The Jewelry District: Tour the heart of the precious metals and stones market, learning about the history of goldsmithing and its profound influence on Colombian identity and culture.

Market Exploration: Visit the local emerald market to see the different qualities and types of minerals up close.

Personalized Goldsmith Workshop (The Core Experience):You Are the Designer: Work side-by-side with a Master Jeweler to design your perfect ring.

Personal Advisory: Learn and perform every single step, from manipulating the metal to setting the stone, with the expert guidance of a professional.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet at Café el Dorado. Next to the Gold Museum. Important to have WhatsApp. We will let you know the meeting time. It could be 9am or 2pm depending on the availability

End point

We will meet at Café el Dorado. Next to the Gold Museum. Important to have WhatsApp. We will let you know the meeting time. It could be 9am or 2pm depending on the availability

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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