18K Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Duo Bypass Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This 18K Gold Duo Bypass Ring Set features numerous brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.30 carats, along with one oval natural ruby, one oval natural sapphire, and two oval natural e...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Stunning emerald diamond ring 18KT Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning oval emerald 3 carats vibrant green color in 18KT yellow gold with 3 carats of white diamonds. **All items leave our premises with a certificate in buyers name, company pol...
Diamond, Emerald
Set in 18K Gold, 1.66 carats, natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 1.66 carats. The Emerald is completely nat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Channel Set Zambian Emerald Square Classic Band Ring
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold channel set zambian emeralds square band ring. A classic 18 karat gold contemporary band has channel set zambian emerald baguettes. The natural emerald baguettes used...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Platinum Ring, 2.00ct Emerald & 0.65ct Diamond Halo, 1930s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Art Deco ring is a refined expression of 1930s glamour, where bold color, intricate detail, and architectural balance come together in perfect harmony. At its center i...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Emerald Heart - Heart Shape Zambian Emerald Set with Diamonds in Classic Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings symbolize love. Emerald Heart sculpts it into fine art — bold, breathtaking, and impossibly romantic. At its center rests a spectacular 8.52‑carat heart‑shaped Zambian em...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
Graff 4.25 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond & Natural Pink Diamond Engagement Ring
By Graff
Located in Chicago, IL
A masterpiece of exceptional rarity and elegance, this authentic Graff engagement ring features a magnificent 3.89-carat emerald-cut natural diamond set in an exquisite combination o...
Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori Diamond Set Ring in White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari Serpenti Seduttori diamond, emerald and sapphire ring set in 18k white gold.
The ring is composed of a coiled serpent design, pavé-set with spa...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,128Sale Price / item|20% Off
Modern Emerald Cut Natural Emerald Bezel Set Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant solitaire ring features 1 natural emerald cut emerald totaling 0.89 carats, set in 14k yellow gold. The emerald measures approximately 8 x 4 mm, securely set in a sleek ...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
An Art Nouveau Emerald and diamond ring handcrafted in 18k gold. The ring is set with one beautiful emerald cut 2.90 ct Natural Em...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Colombian Emerald and Diamonds in Platinum Ring
Located in Sydney, NSW
A gorgeous Natural emerald and diamond ring in platinum, perfect for all occasions PT950 Colombian Emerald : 1.88ct Diamonds : 0.42ct SI2-I2 (clarity) H-I (Colour) 1.15mm x 0.7...
Emerald, Platinum
2.80 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.80 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 2.40 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 8.00 x 6.70mm ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.80 Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Wedding Band Channel Set Emerald by Juhi Jewels
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Channel-Set Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Band A refined contemporary take on the classic gemstone band, this 14K Yellow Gold Channel-Set Band features appro...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Star Set Multi Gem and Diamond Wide Band, by Cartier, France
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Of wide design set with star set circular shaped sapphires, rubies, emeralds and diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, weighing approximately: 16 grams. Signed Cartier, France, numbered, a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire
2.50Ct Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.50 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $6,000.00 Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 1.50 Carats (transp...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.35ct Green Emeralds Yellow and Blue Sapphires Pave' Snake 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Emeralds Pave' Snake 14k Yellow Gold Ring, bright green hand picked emeralds and Yellow Sapphires and Blue Sapphires, totalling approximately 1.35 carats, made in 14k Yellow gold to help the slim design, to have more robustness. Made to order in your finger size, due to the fitting in relation to the proportion's quality and design importance. Nature Ring...
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald and Amethyst Vintage Style Three Stones Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Celebrate timeless elegance with this Natural Emerald and Amethyst Vintage-Style Three Stones Ring. Featuring a vibrant emerald at the center, flanked by two rich amethysts, this des...
Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.65 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.65 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: US$7000.00 Center Emerald Cut Emerald Weight is: Approx. 4.50Ct (transparent) Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald Ring, 4.78ct in 14K Gold, India
Located in jaipur, IN
You don't have to pay any tax to release the shipment. We pay tax and shipping expenses. This stunning, designer-made ring is crafted from 14-carat gold and features an EMERALD gems...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Preloved 18ct White Gold Stamped, Emerald & Diamond Oval Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Preloved Emerald Cluster Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 2000 This stunning 18ct white gold preloved cluster ring features a gorgeous, faceted oval natural emerald centre ston...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,848Sale Price / item|20% Off
Certified Green Emerald Diamond Two-Tone Bypass Wrap Ring 1.01ct in 18K Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This striking 1.01 carat emerald-cut emerald and diamond contemporary bypass ring is crafted in 18K two-tone gold, combining white and yellow tones for a modern, high-contrast look. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ring with emerald, ruby, sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds 18k gold 8.7 gram
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with ruby, sapphire, emerald and brilliant-cut diamond total 040ct – F/G – VS/SI – ring size U.S. 6.5 – EU. 17(53) Detailed description: The top of the rin...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 14K Gold & Emerald Cut Citrine Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold.. Claw-set in a high setting with a large emerald-cut citrine gemstone. Simply a wonderful cocktail ring! Date: Late 20th Ce...
Citrine, Emerald, 14k Gold
Emerald Éclat - Fine Columbian Emerald set in Classic Diamonds in Ring 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shine. Emerald Éclat performs — a luminous symphony where brilliant light and deep color rise together in breathtaking harmony. At its center rests a premium 3.90‑carat C...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Snake Ring Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring Victorian Style
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring Serpent Ruby Emerald Diamond Silver Double Cocktail Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in sterling silver, a double serpent coiled around the finger, one ...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, 14k Gold
9.40 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
9.40 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 7.90 Carats Emerald Measures: Approx. 13.00 x 11.00mm Natural Ro...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
By Designer Ohliguer 4ct Oval Cut Emerald Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
A striking oval-cut emerald takes centre stage, held within four sculptural 18ct gold Icon talons that rise from the north, south, east and west. Suspended between emerald-encrusted ...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond Tulip Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage emerald & diamond tulip ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Round brilliant cut diamond is estimated 0.03 carats (estimated at L-M color an...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,198Sale Price|20% Off
Solid 18k Yellow Gold 5.72ctw Round Emerald Eternity Band Ring sz 6.5
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Emeralds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Green Color - Natural Variation In Color - 5.72ctw (exact)(stamped) Total Carat Weight: 5.72 (exa...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.82 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
An exquisite 8.82 carat emerald-cut emerald commands attention at the center of this cocktail ring, encircled by a halo of pear-cut white diamonds. Set in 18K white gold, the design ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elegant 18k gold ring with a central emerald and old brilliant-cut diamonds.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Elegant gold ring with a central emerald and old brilliant-cut diamonds. Made of 18-carat yellow gold and 0.900 platinum elements. Its central point is an octagon-shaped emerald we...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1.08 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.08 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 1.00 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: 6.30 x 5.80mm Natural...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Round Emerald Shelly Ellipse 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring 5 49
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Cut Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning yellow gold ring set with a natural round cut emerald, vivid bright green colour withsome small natural in...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.65 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.65 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.50 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 10.20 x 8.60mm ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
4.10 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.10 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.20 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 9 x 7mm Emera...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.80ct Natural Emerald & Diamond 18k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.80 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 4.80 Carats Emerald Measures: Approx. 11.00 x 8.00mm Natural Rou...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.16 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.16 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 1.80 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 9.00 x 7.00mm ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.00 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.00 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.00 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 9 x 7mm Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.50 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.50 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 4.50 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 11.00 x 8.00mm...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Stunning Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Awesome Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $3,000.00 Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 0.50 Carats (transparent) Natu...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 1.01ct Colombian Emerald and Burnished Set Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and centered by a 1.01ct emerald with vivid neon green color. Burnished-set diamonds totaling 0.07ctw add subtle brilliance while keeping the ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1ct Emerald and Diamond Forget Me Knot Ring in 22k Gold and Platinum
Located in Brisbane, AU
*Custom design to order * Our showstopper natural Emerald "Forget Me Knot" ring is smothered in diamonds set in a combination of 22ct yellow gold and...
Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Platinum
4.10 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.10 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.20 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 9 x 7mm Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Snake Ring in Gold with White Topaz, Emerald Eyes Serpent Wrap Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring in Gold with White Topaz, Emerald Eyes Serpent Wrap Ring Serpent ring in 14k gold plated brass, a snake that coils around the finger in an open band, the head set with a ...
Emerald, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass
A diamond and platinum ring, set with a rectangular shaped emerald
Located in London, GB
Emerald: approximately 1.20 carats, Colombian, vivid green (minor oil) Diamonds G/VVS total app. 1,8-2,2 carats US size ring 81/2 (resizeable) Gross weight 14,95 gr (Pt-950) Circa 19...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2.15 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
2.15 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 2.00 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: 7.25 x 6.29mm Natural ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
5.40 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.40 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 4.50 Carats Emerald Measures: Approx. 11 x 8mm Natural Round Diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.05 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3.05 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: 2.40 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: Approx. 10.00 x 7.00mm Natura...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Art Deco-style engagement ring features a vivid emerald at its center, symbolizing elegance and sophistication. Surrounding the emerald are stepped layers of sparkling ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Mozambique Ruby & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Ruby Three Stone Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 6.57 carats. The Emeral...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1.82 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.82 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: 1.70 Carats (transparent) Emerald Measures: 7.25 x 6.29mm Natural Round Di...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antiquee Ring 0.3ct Emerald 0.4ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø US6.25 /3.2g
Located in SE
Art Deco period German Ring with Emerald and Diamonds. Emerald and Diamonds Halo type Ring made in Europe ca.1920s -1930s. Metal of band in solid 18K Gold, crown in Silver. Emerald...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
1.38 Ct Emerald Solitaire Bezel Set Band 14K Gold Zambian Emerald Classic Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elegant in its simplicity, this 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Band showcases a vibrant 1.38 carat natural Zambian emerald, expertly cut in a 6 x 8 mm oval shape and framed by a sleek ful...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Emerald with Pink Sapphire Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 2.20 carats with Pink Sapphire 2.29 carats Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 1.3 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 7.97 grams "We first opened doors i...
Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
4.00ct Natural Emerald & Diamond 14k Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.00 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: $6,000.00 Total Natural Green Emerald We...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Fancy Color Diamond with Vivid Green Emerald Bridal Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
2.8 carat of Vivid Green Emerald with 2.77 carat of natural fancy pink and fancy yellow diamond ring.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 0.65 carat, Ruby 1.05 carats, Emerald 0.33 carat and Diamond 0.37 carat Ring set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.6 cm Length: 0.8 cm Ring Size: 54 Total Weight: 5.93 g...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Craig Drake Large Emerald Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Craig Drake
Located in Southampton, PA
An extraordinary statement of contemporary fine jewelry, this authentic Craig Drake cocktail ring features a magnificent 10.97-carat emerald measuring an impressive 16 x 13mm. The ri...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
4.85 Ct Emerald Cut Emerald & 0.92 Ct Diamond Bypass Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
4.85 Ct Finest Emerald in Emerald cut Shape & .92 Ct Diamond Ring in 18 Kt Gold Size 7 Its a brand new Piece A Classic, bypass Emerald cut emerald ring featuring a stunning 4.85 Ct f...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
4.60 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.60 Carats Natural Emerald and Diamond 18K Solid Yellow Gold Ring Total Natural Green Emerald Weight is: Approx. 3.40 Carats Emerald Measures: Approx. 11 x 7 mm Total Natural Ro...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Do you have your heart set on a vintage emerald ring? That’s not surprising — emerald engagement rings, antique emerald cocktail rings and other rings set with the vibrant stone are sophisticated and glamorous, and that verdant color, and the cachet of wielding a gem beloved and worn by so many queens and princesses (hello, Cleopatra!), could seduce anyone.
Dorothy may have worn ruby slippers, but it was the Emerald City that she was trying to get to. Upon her arrival, she was advised to wear green-tinted eyeglasses to protect her eyes from all the “brightness and glory” in L. Frank Baum’s book The Wizard of Oz. Jewelry lovers born in May can wear their beautiful birthstone, distinguished by its rich green color, on their way to see the Wizard or any other magical place.
While emeralds graced the engagement rings of style icons Wallis Simpson and Jackie Kennedy — and emeralds and yellow diamonds are adding boldness to today’s engagement rings — perhaps no one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra).
During the December 2011 auction of Taylor’s jewels that was held at Christie’s, there was a suite of emerald jewels that had been by Bulgari and gifted to the actress by Richard Burton to commemorate their engagement (no celebrity, or civilian for that matter, can rival Taylor in her fervor for Bvlgari). The suite consisted of an emerald and diamond ring, an emerald and flower diamond brooch, an emerald and diamond necklace, an emerald and diamond pendant brooch, a pair of emerald and diamond ear pendants and an emerald and diamond bracelet.
New York–based jewelry designer Nina Runsdorf, whose mother and grandmother both had emerald engagement rings, suggests that the stone’s color might appeal to those with an affinity for nature. “My parents left the city when I was 14 and raised us on a farm in upstate New York, so my mother’s love of nature was very strong,” she says. “I think emeralds reminded her of the wild grass and trees.”
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 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 legendary jewelry house.
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