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Gemstone: Emerald
3.06ct Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2211057444
Shape: Modified Shield Mixed Cut
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown:
...
Category
2010s Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
5.64 Carat Emerald cut Emerald
Located in London, GB
5.64 Carat Emerald cut Emerald.
This stunning Emerald weighs 5.64 carats and is an amazing vivid, rich green.
It measures 12.9mm by 8.1mm by 6.5mm.
It is the perfect candidate for ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.18 ct Cushion Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5201782477
Shape: Cushion
Cutting Style: N/A
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cuttin...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald Cut Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.57 Carat Weight ICL Certified
Located in Bangkok, TH
An amazing octagon-shaped Russian Emerald which allows jewelers to create a unique piece of wearable art.
This exceptional quality gemstone would make a custom-made jewelry design. P...
Category
2010s Russian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
5.25ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6224862669
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting Styl...
Category
2010s Zambian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
8.08ct Oval Green And Black Trapiche Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5222341667
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style: Double Cabochon
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting Style: Pavilion:
Transparency: Semi-Transpare...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Untreated Russian Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.37 Carat Weight ICL Certified
Located in Bangkok, TH
An amazing Russian Emerald which allows jewelers to create a unique piece of wearable art.
This exceptional quality gemstone would make a custom-made jewelry design. Perfect for a Ri...
Category
2010s Russian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.59ct Marquise Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6223842726
Shape: Marquise
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Pavilion: Step Cut
Transparency: Tra...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Eostre Vivid Green Emerald Cabochon
Located in Melbourne, AU
A loose Zambia cabochon gem
weight : 16.66 ct
Vivid green colour
Emerald’s lush green has soothed souls and excited imaginations since antiquity. Its name comes from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” Rome’s Pliny the Elder described emerald in his Natural History, published in the first century AD: “…nothing greens greener” was his verdict. He described the use of emerald by early lapidaries, who “have no better method of restoring their eyes than by looking at the emerald, its soft, green color comforting and removing their weariness and lassitude.” Even today, the color green is known to relieve stress and eye strain.
There are other green gems, like tourmaline and peridot, but emerald is the one that’s always associated with the lushest landscapes and the richest greens. Ireland is the Emerald Isle. Seattle, in the US state of Washington, is the Emerald City. Thailand’s most sacred religious icon is called the Emerald Buddha...
Category
2010s Australian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Elegant Natural Loose Emerald Ring Gem from Zambia Mine 4.65 Carat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 4.65 Carats
Dimension: 9.7x9.5x6.8 Mm
Origin: Zambia Mine
Shape: Emerald
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Demand
.
Wearing an emerald gives strength to the planet...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
No Oil Baguette Shape Emerald Loose Gemstone 0.41 Carat Weight ICL Certified
Located in Bangkok, TH
An amazing Russian Emerald which allows jewelers to create a unique piece of wearable art.
This exceptional quality gemstone would make a custom-made jewelry design. Perfect for a Ri...
Category
2010s Russian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
59.41 Carat Zambian Natural Emerald Hand Carving Peacock Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Natural Emerald Beautiful Hand Carving Peacock Gemstone.
59.41 Carat with a elegant Green color and excellent clarity. Also has an authentic fancy Peacock Carving...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.5ct Emerald Cut Violet Blue Tanzinite from Tanzania
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Tanzinite
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 2.5 cts
Measurements: 8.89 x 6.64 x 4.84 mm
Shape: Emerald Cut
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Ste...
Category
2010s Tanzanian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Gia Certified Emerald 5.07 Carats Heart Shaped Cut Great Vivid Green
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified heart shape emerald.
Very rare and exceptional vivid green emerald, cut in the shape of a heart. This gemstone has been carved with very well proportions and have grea...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Untreated No Oil Fancy Shape Russian Emerald Ring Gem 1.58 Carat Weight
Located in Bangkok, TH
Introducing a captivating and exquisite piece of nature's beauty: the Untreated Emerald. This remarkable gemstone weighs an impressive 1.58 carats, making it a truly valuable and sou...
Category
2010s Russian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Fancy Crown Carved Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 12.01 Carats
Size: 15x22 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.21 Carat Oval Green and Black Trapiche Emerald GIA Certified, Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Trapiche Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5221341982
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style: Cabochon
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cuttin...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.91 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 12.49 Carats
Size: 13x14 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.82ct Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire from Madagascar Unheated
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Sapphire
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.82 cts
Measurements: 6.67 x 3.99 x 2.75 mm
Shape: Emerald Cut
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Ste...
Category
2010s Malagasy Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.32 Carat Round Vivid Green Emerald Gia Certified Brazil
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2223126733
Shape: Round
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutting S...
Category
2010s Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.26ct Pair Oval Green Emerald from Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 2
Weight: 3.26 cts (1.53ct and 1.73ct)
Measurements: 8.86x6.71x3.79mm and 9.07x6.85x4.38mm
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style Crown: Brillian...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
49.73 Carat Pair Emerald Cut Ametrine
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
One Pair Loose Ametrine
Weight: 49.73 cts
Measurements: 16.01x15.49x12.53 mm and 16.57x15.43x11.10 mm
Shape: Emerald Cut
Cutting Style: Emerald Step Cut
Cutting Style ...
Category
2010s Bolivian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 77.20 Carats
Size: 20x22 To 23x18 MM
Pieces: 4
Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
8.52 Carat Muzo Vivid Green Loose Emerald Minor Oil
Located in Sai Kung District, HK
Magnificent 8.52ct Vivid Green GRS Certified Colombian Emerald.
Octagonal Cut, with Minor Oil Treatment only, it is a beautiful stone, ready to ship o...
Category
2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.06 Carat Shield Emerald GIA Certified Ethiopian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2211057444
Shape: Modified Shield Mixed Cut
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown:
...
Category
2010s Ethiopian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.47 Carat Pear Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
"This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6204784743
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Crown: N...
Category
2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
11.54 Carat Octagonal / Emerald Cut Aquamarine GIA Certified
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Aquamarine
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2215647125
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cuttin...
Category
2010s Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Aquamarine, Emerald
1.64 Carat Octagonal/Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire GIA Certified Thailand
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5212402352
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting S...
Category
2010s Thai Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Blue Sapphire
1.55 Carat Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2225589013
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Step Cut
Cutting St...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.16ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Pastel Pink Sapphire GIA Certified Madagascar Unhea
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Sapphire
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2211402063
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cutt...
Category
2010s Malagasy Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Pink Sapphire
3.01 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.68 Carat Marquise Emerald GIA Certified Colombian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2203784761
Shape: Marquise
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Crown: ...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
4.05 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Vivid Green Emerald Smooth Tumbled Bead No Drill Hole Loose Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 22.40 Carats
Size: 20x15 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Smooth Tumble
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 19.25 Carats
Size: 19x16x9 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.6 Carat Pear Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5202784735
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style: Modified Brilliant Cut
Cutting Style: Crown: N/A
...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.18 Carat Cushion Emerald GIA Certified Colombian F1/Minor
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5201782477
Shape: Cushion
Cutting Style: N/A
Cutting Style: Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cuttin...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.63 Carat Natural Emerald Round Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Gem Quality High Jewelry Gemstone 83.3 Carats
Located in Jaipur, RJ
This is one of a kind high jewelry necklace main show stopper gemstone. We have seen such size and shape of carved emeralds used in antique jew...
Category
2010s Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.54 Carat Natural Emerald Pear Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.01 Carat Emerald Cut GIA Certified G Color SI1 Clarity Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56715
Stone Shape: EMERALD CUT
Diamond Weight: 1.01ct
Clarity: SI1
Color: G
Cut: Excellent
Measurements: 6.26 x 5.11 x 3.27 mm
Depth %: 64%
Table %: 74%
Sym...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
2.02ct Vivid Olive Green Tourmaline Fancy Octagon Emerald Loose Cut Gem
Located in Birmingham, GB
2.02ct Vivid Olive Green Tourmaline Fancy Octagon Emerald Loose Cut Gem 8.2x6mm
Natural Olive Green Tourmaline Gemstone.
2.02 Carat with a beau...
Category
20th Century Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Tourmaline
2.08 Carat Square/Octagonal Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5221589029
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style:
Cutting Style: Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Styl...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Emerald Cut H Color Vs1 Clarity Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56716
Stone Shape: EMERALD CUT
Diamond Weight: 1.01ct
Clarity: VVS1
Color: H
Cut: Excellent
Measurements: 6.69 x 5.15 x 3.40 mm
Depth %: 66%
Table %: 74%
Sy...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
Gia Certified 0.97 Carat Emerald Cut G Color VS1 Clarity Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56719
Stone Shape: EMERALD CUT
Diamond Weight: 0.97ct
Clarity: VS1
Color: G
Cut: Excellent
Measurements: 5.83 x 5.23 x 3.54 mm
Depth %: 67.7%
Table %: 70%
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
GIA Certified 1.08 Carat Emerald Cut i Color VS1 Clarity Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56625
Stone Shape: EMERALD CUT
Diamond Weight: 1.08ct
Clarity: VS1
Color: I
Cut: Excellent
Measurements: 6.00 x 5.23 x 3.72 mm
Depth %: 71%
Table %: 62%
Sym...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
GIA Certificated Oval Carved Double Sided Cabochon Emerald Weighing 53.64 Carats
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
G I A G EMO L O G IC A L R E P O R T
EMERALD REPORT
GIA REPORT 522173152
Shape Oval Carved Double Cabochon
Transparency Translucent
Color Green
Species Natural Beryl
TREATMENT Clarit...
Category
Early 20th Century Colombian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.61ct Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.93 Carat Natural Emerald Cushion Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
GIA Certified 1.04 Carat Emerald Cut I Color VS2 Clarity Natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
ITEM DESCRIPTION
ID #: NY56560
Stone Shape: EMERALD CUT
Diamond Weight: 1.04ct
Clarity: VS2
Color: I
Cut: Excellent
Measurements: 6.04 x 5.22 x 3.47 mm
Depth %: 66.5%
Table %: 73%
S...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald
5.36 Carat Emerald Oval Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.56ct Natural Emerald Octagon Loose Gemstone
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
With a vibrant green color hue. The birthstone for May is a symbol of renewed spring growth. Explore a vast range of Emeralds in our store available as a loose gemstone that can be c...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.39 Carat A.G.L Certified Emerald Gemstone
Located in Bethesda, MD
• Gemstone: Emerald
• Weight: 2.10 Carats
• Shape: Emerald
• Origin: Zambia
• Enhancement: Minor Traditional
• Dimensions: 10.34 x 8.06 x 5.57mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.25 Carat Pear Shaped Columbian Emerald
Located in Endwell, NY
This gemstone comes from the estate of a private collector.
It's a Columbian Emerald and weighs 1.25ct. It's 9x6mm pear shaped with a 4.5mm depth.
Category
20th Century Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Sophisticated 2 Pcs Natural Emerald with 13.87 Carat Pear Cut GRS Certificate
Located in רמת גן, IL
A shiny and elegant pair of green pear-cut natural gemstone emeralds in a 13.87 carat. These gems come with GRS certificates.
SKU: dspv-180455 / dspv-180456
Online verification: GRS...
Category
2010s Singaporean Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Colombian Octagonal Step Cut Emerald 1.55 TCW GIA Certificate
Located in ประเวศ, TH
Colombian Emerald.
GIA Certified
Treatment: Clarity Enhanced (F2)
1.55 carats
7.05 x 6.96 x 5.06
Category
2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Creating Custom Jewelry? Find Loose Natural Emeralds and Other Loose Gemstones for Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary selection of emeralds and other loose gemstones to help you create your own custom jewelry.
Unless you're a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment, you're probably looking for loose gemstones because you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
A piece of custom emerald jewelry, created by you, would certainly make a great gift.
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle.
Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set it into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.”
According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
Find a collection of emeralds and other loose gemstones today on 1stDibs.
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