Andy Nelson, Photojournalist

Emerald Miners of the Panjshir: Emerald Miners of the Panjshir

The quest for high quality emeralds has been part of life for the men of Khenj, Afghanistan for centuries.
Emerald Miners of the Panjshir

The quest for high quality emeralds has been part of life for the men of Khenj, Afghanistan for centuries. 

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