Russian Emerald

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate russian emerald for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 48 antique edition and 27 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect russian emerald among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing russian emerald — no matter the origin — is easy, but Tsarina Jewels, Atelier Molinari and Buccellati each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at a russian emerald featuring Emerald from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a russian emerald, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

On average, a russian emerald at 1stDibs sells for $9,600, while they’re typically $550 on the low end and $148,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.