Andy Nelson, Photojournalist

Audio Slideshow, gallery: Afghan Emerald Mines: Emerald Miners of the Panjshir

The emerald mines in the Panjshir Valley have been active for centuries. With relative peace for the first time in nearly 30 years, miners hope their gems can find a broader market.
Emerald Miners of the Panjshir

The emerald mines in the Panjshir Valley have been active for centuries. With relative peace for the first time in nearly 30 years, miners hope their gems can find a broader market.  

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