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1.50 Carat Platinum 5 Stone Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Band
1.50 Carat Platinum 5 Stone Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Band

1.50 Carat Platinum 5 Stone Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Band

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

Platinum shared prong ring featuring emerald cut AAA+ Colombian emerald and diamonds. Solid

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

5 Stone Platinum Natural AAA+ Color Colombian Emerald Band Ring
5 Stone Platinum Natural AAA+ Color Colombian Emerald Band Ring

5 Stone Platinum Natural AAA+ Color Colombian Emerald Band Ring

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

Stunning five-stone emerald band ring emerald cut natural Colombian emerald Composition: Platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Colombian Emerald and VS Diamond Contemporary Engagement Ring
Colombian Emerald and VS Diamond Contemporary Engagement Ring

Colombian Emerald and VS Diamond Contemporary Engagement Ring

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

gold). Centered with a Natural Deep Green Colombian Emerald 2.00 carat and 1/5 Carat Natural VS

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Five-Stone Colombian Natural Emerald 18 Karat Gold Ring
Five-Stone Colombian Natural Emerald 18 Karat Gold Ring

Five-Stone Colombian Natural Emerald 18 Karat Gold Ring

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

delivery: 3-5 weeks. New condition. We specialize in Colombian emerald jewelry, and we have been in the

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold
Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamond Bypass "Toi et Moi" Ring 18K Gold

By Emeralds Maravellous

Located in US

This exquisite bypass ring showcases a 2.45-carat natural Colombian emerald in a refined emerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Exceptional 5 ct. MUZO RARE Special appendix Colombian Emerald Ring
Exceptional 5 ct. MUZO RARE Special appendix Colombian Emerald Ring

Exceptional 5 ct. MUZO RARE Special appendix Colombian Emerald Ring

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

An exquisite natural Colombian emerald weighing 5.08 carats, certified by GRS GemResearch Swisslab

Category

2010s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald

6.00 Carat Colombian Emerald & 2.50 Carat Diamonds Ring
6.00 Carat Colombian Emerald & 2.50 Carat Diamonds Ring

6.00 Carat Colombian Emerald & 2.50 Carat Diamonds Ring

Located in New York, NY

center weighing 6.00 carats. The ring features 2 Emerald cut side Diamonds weighing approximately a total

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

C. Dunaigre 5 Ct. Colombian Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
C. Dunaigre 5 Ct. Colombian Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

C. Dunaigre 5 Ct. Colombian Green Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

brilliant cut diamonds emerald weighing 6.15 carats Size 6 Platinum Accompanied by C.Dunaigre report

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring
Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring

Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring

Located in Tampa, FL

Colombian Emerald GIA and Baguette Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring This well crafted platinum 5

Category

2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.8 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Estate
2.8 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Estate

2.8 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring Estate

Located in New York, NY

A classic, Cocktail ring 2.8 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate, no color

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

4.26 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Mine Emerald & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
4.26 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Mine Emerald & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

4.26 Carat Vivid Green Colombian Muzo Mine Emerald & Emerald Cut Diamond Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Details: - Type: Emerald - Carat: 4.26 - Cut: Emerald - Color: Vivid Green - Origin: Colombia (Muzo

Category

2010s Colombian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

0.98 Carat Baguette Colombian Emerald, Diamond Platinum Thin Ring
0.98 Carat Baguette Colombian Emerald, Diamond Platinum Thin Ring

0.98 Carat Baguette Colombian Emerald, Diamond Platinum Thin Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Colombian Emerald and Diamond 5 Stone Platinum Ring. This dainty ring is crafted from platinum

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 3.58 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Ring
Emilio Jewelry 3.58 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Ring

Emilio Jewelry 3.58 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Fifth Avenue,  The focal point of this ring is the 2.92 Carat Vivid Bluish Green Colombian emerald set

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate
4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Estate

Located in New York, NY

A classic, Cocktail ring 4.0 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, with no color enhancement

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut 1.07 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Emerald Cut 1.07 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Emerald Cut 1.07 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A stunning, fine and impressive emerald cut 1.07 carat Colombian emerald and 0.45 carat diamond, 14

Category

Vintage 1930s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring
5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring

5 Ct Colombian Emerald and Diamond Cluster Side 14K Gold Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Vintage natural 5 carat Colombian Emerald and 6-stone round cut diamond cluster side stone ring in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.0 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Designer Doris Panos's Ring
2.0 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Designer Doris Panos's Ring

2.0 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Designer Doris Panos's Ring

By Doris Panos

Located in New York, NY

Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring, Estate with no color enhancement. The ring is made of 18 Karat white

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Octagon Bezel Ring
AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Octagon Bezel Ring

AGL Certified 4.2 Carat Colombian Emerald 18K Gold Octagon Bezel Ring

Located in Miami, FL

18K gold bezel sets a 4.20 carat octagonal emerald cut Colombian emerald. AGL certified minor oil

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

14kt Gold 2.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

Located in Laguna Hills, CA

Colombian Emerald is approximately 1.95 carat. The rings diamonds are on the shank and halo and measure 1.3

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 6.98 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 6.98 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 6.98 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

and the leader in important Emerald Rings. Emilio Jewelry chooses only the rarest of gems in the world

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Natural 25 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond White Gold Ring
Natural 25 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond White Gold Ring

Natural 25 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond White Gold Ring

Located in New York, NY

Magnificent Natural Colombian Emerald, weighing approximately 25 carats, set in a custom hand

Category

Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 11.75 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 11.75 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 11.75 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

and sides of the emerald, switching the prongs to white, ring design alterations. If you need to see

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

GRS Certified 5.20 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring
GRS Certified 5.20 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

GRS Certified 5.20 Carat Minor Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

Magnificent 5.20 carat Emerald of Colombian origin. This Emerald bears excellent color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 20.00 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring
Emilio Jewelry 20.00 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring

Emilio Jewelry 20.00 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the vault at Emilio Jewelry in New York, You will love this ring, a must see! Private

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald

Exquisite 6.03 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Eternity Band
Exquisite 6.03 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Eternity Band

Exquisite 6.03 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Eternity Band

By Hakimi's Gem

Located in Chicago, IL

elegant balance. The band features 10 emerald-cut natural Colombian emeralds, weighing 2.93 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. GIA 3.60 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Tiffany & Co. GIA 3.60 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Tiffany & Co. GIA 3.60 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Colombian Emerald gemstone. Partially worn but readable Tiffany signature. This ring is one of the finest

Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.75 Carat Colombian Emerald in 18k White Gold Art Deco Ring
GIA Certified 3.75 Carat Colombian Emerald in 18k White Gold Art Deco Ring

GIA Certified 3.75 Carat Colombian Emerald in 18k White Gold Art Deco Ring

Located in Miami, FL

Colombian Emerald center stone and 156 round cut diamonds of 1.35 carats total. The Emerald bears excellent

Category

Early 2000s Colombian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.79tcw PLAT Pear Colombian Emerald & Diamond 3-Stone Ring
3.79tcw PLAT Pear Colombian Emerald & Diamond 3-Stone Ring

3.79tcw PLAT Pear Colombian Emerald & Diamond 3-Stone Ring

Located in Jupiter, FL

centerpiece features a mesmerizing 3.19-carat pear-cut Colombian emerald, radiating a medium vivid green hue

Category

2010s Colombian Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

2.80 Carat Square Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold
2.80 Carat Square Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold

2.80 Carat Square Colombian Emeralds and Diamond Engagement Ring White Gold

Located in US

This stunning Engagement Ring is centered by one natural Colombian emerald square cut 1.10 carat

Category

2010s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emilio Jewelry 5.46 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 5.46 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 5.46 Carat Certified Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Showcasing a round cut 4.21ct Genuine Emerald certified by C.Dunaigre as Colombian. Based on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

AGL Certified 5.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum
AGL Certified 5.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum

AGL Certified 5.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum

By Antinori Fine Jewels

Located in Chicago, IL

AGL Certified 5.10 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum A stunning display of

Category

2010s American Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 5.11Ct Colombian Emerald and 3.32 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Vintage 5.11Ct Colombian Emerald and 3.32 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Vintage 5.11Ct Colombian Emerald and 3.32 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive 5.11 carat Colombian emerald and 3.32 carat diamond

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Old Mine Colombian Emerald Pearl Cluster Ring
Old Mine Colombian Emerald Pearl Cluster Ring

Old Mine Colombian Emerald Pearl Cluster Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1850 This antique gold ring features a superb old mine Colombian emerald framed by two rows

Category

Antique 1850s Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 7.51 Carat COLOMBIAN MINOR OIL Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
GIA Certified 7.51 Carat COLOMBIAN MINOR OIL Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring

GIA Certified 7.51 Carat COLOMBIAN MINOR OIL Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

GIA Certified 7.51 Carat Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring Description: An exquisite platinum and

Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.91 carat Colombian Emerald Brushed 18 Karat Gold Band Ring
0.91 carat Colombian Emerald Brushed 18 Karat Gold Band Ring

0.91 carat Colombian Emerald Brushed 18 Karat Gold Band Ring

Located in New York, NY

USA 6.5 Ring Size Colombian Emeralds 0.91 carats / 5 pieces 18 karat Yellow Gold Discover

Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified 9.08 Carat Muzo No Oil Colombian Emerald Ring
Emilio Jewelry Certified 9.08 Carat Muzo No Oil Colombian Emerald Ring

Emilio Jewelry Certified 9.08 Carat Muzo No Oil Colombian Emerald Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Featuring an octagon cut No oil & Untreated Colombian Emerald weighing over 7 Carats. With the

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

6.51 Carat Colombian Emerald 4 Carat VS Clarity Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
6.51 Carat Colombian Emerald 4 Carat VS Clarity Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

6.51 Carat Colombian Emerald 4 Carat VS Clarity Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Diera, Dubai

. :- 2.15 Ct. ( Vs Clarity & FG Color ) Colombian Emerald Wt. :- 6.43 Ct. Setting :- Prong & Channel Ring

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emilio Jewelry 4.40 Carat Colombian Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry 4.40 Carat Colombian Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry 4.40 Carat Colombian Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

Emilio Jewelry 4.40 Carat Colombian Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Ring This amazing ring is unique

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

5 carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Yellow Diamond Ring
5 carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Yellow Diamond Ring

5 carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Yellow Diamond Ring

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

A WORK OF ART! Impeccably designed 5.59 carat Colombian Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald ring. The

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald

Graff, Gübelin Certified 2.81 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Graff, Gübelin Certified 2.81 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring

Graff, Gübelin Certified 2.81 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring

By Graff

Located in Chicago, IL

This absolutely stunning ring designed by Graff, boasts a gorgeous 2.81 carat emerald, Gübelin

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

AGL Cert 5.21 Carat Colombian Emerald East-West 18K Gold Unisex Ring
AGL Cert 5.21 Carat Colombian Emerald East-West 18K Gold Unisex Ring

AGL Cert 5.21 Carat Colombian Emerald East-West 18K Gold Unisex Ring

Located in Miami, FL

tapered diamond shank. A bold unisex statement ring featuring with a vivid green 5.21 carat emerald-cut

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14.75 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring
Art Deco 14.75 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

Art Deco 14.75 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Ring

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

weight is 14.76 carats and the emerald is Colombian with minor traditional treatment. Round and baguette

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring
Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring

Estate Platinum Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamonds Solitaire Ring

Located in US

Mounting Is Custom Made of Solid Platinum Center Fine Natural Colombian Emerald 1.85 Carat Vivid

Category

Late 20th Century American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cluster Ring Natural Emerald Colombia 2.20 carat Diamond yellow gold 18 kts
Cluster Ring Natural Emerald Colombia 2.20 carat Diamond yellow gold 18 kts

Cluster Ring Natural Emerald Colombia 2.20 carat Diamond yellow gold 18 kts

Located in MADRID, ES

with natural Colombia emerald of 2.20 cts. (9.13 mmx 7.99 mm x4.35 mm). AA+ quality. 12 brilliant-cut

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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5 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 5 carat colombian emerald ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 336 vintage or 422 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 5 carat colombian emerald ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a 5 carat colombian emerald ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Emeralds Maravellous, Emilio! and Suzy Levian are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and pear cut alternatives. Most of our 5 carat colombian emerald ring for sale are for women, but there are 230 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 5 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring?

On average, a 5 carat colombian emerald ring at 1stDibs sells for $16,103, while they’re typically $589 on the low end and $1,855,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Emerald in Jewelry Design

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.”

There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!

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 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.

On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.