At what level do you find emeralds in Minecraft?

At what level do you find emeralds in Minecraft?

Emeralds can be found anywhere from levels 4-32, but level 11 is best. To see what level you are on, press F3 and look at the y-coordinate. Start digging in a straight line, placing torches for light as you go. You can also make "branches", or little tunnels branching off from the main tunnel.

Why are emeralds so rare in Minecraft?

Emeralds are rare because their only purpose is as a currency. They have no intrinsic value since you can't craft them into anything.