$7,560Sale Price / set|20% Off
Platinum Baguette Emerald and Diamond Eternity Bands, 5.20 Carats, New
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
"Luxurious Platinum Baguette Emerald and Diamond Eternity Bands - 5.20 Carat Total" Elevate your elegance with our stunning pair of Platinum Baguette Emerald and Diamond Eternity Ban...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Emerald — 6 Carats • Origin: Zambia • Emerald • Saturated Green luminous, glowing ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Ring with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.26ct 18k gold 3.4 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolor gold entourage ring set with emerald and a brilliant-cut diamond of up to 0.26 ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size US 7.25 - EU 17.5 (55) Detailed description: The top of the ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
70s Gemstone Diamond Cigar Band 14k Yellow Gold 15mm Wide Ring Sz 6 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish gemstone & diamond cigar ring (circa 1970s to 1980s) crafted in 14k yellow gold. 28 diamonds total an estimated 0.14 carats (estimated at I-J color and SI1-I1 clarity). Squ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, 1920s 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Trilogy Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1920s is a true vintage beauty. The ring is crafted in 18ct ye...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$382Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Contemporary Emerald and Diamond Crossover Infinity Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This designer 1.43 Carats emerald and diamond infinity ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing a sleek elongated silhouette with contemporary geometric styling. Featuring ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Set in 18K white Gold, Zambian Emerald, Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 5.65 carats. The Emerald i...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Blue Sapphire, Emerald & Diamonds "Kissing" Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphire & Emerald "Kissing" Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 8.19 carats. The...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 15.63 carats, Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and important, modern style, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 15.63 carats. The Emerald is complete...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Ring in 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Blue Sapphire & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Oval Shape Ruby 8.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carats Natural Blue...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 5.44 Carat Emerald GIA Certified Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
This extraordinary ring showcases a 5.44-carat GIA Certified octagonal-cut emerald, elegantly surrounded by a dazzling halo of GIA Certified diamonds. The accent diamonds are of exce...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond & Emerald Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond & Emerald Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience elevated Mediterrane...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
14k Gold Flower Ring with Moonstone, Emerald & Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
FLORA Ring Moonstone, Emerald, Diamonds & 14k Gold One-of-a-kind Flora Ring. Carved moonstone flower (15mm diameter) with a stunning center princess cut Emerald and six gold be...
Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, 14k Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald and Diamond Halo Signet Style Statement Ring in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring a richly hued oval cut emerald measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm at the center. Accented by sparkling w...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Edwardian Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The central emerald is so bright and beautiful and measures approx 50pts. Sat either side it are three bright shimmering old mine cut diamonds each measuring approx 7pts. The ring is...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Early 17th Century Yellow Gold Emerald Cluster Ring, Size 7, Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Early 17th century Ring size: 7 Weight: 3 gr In yellow gold and emerald. The bezel is composed of a rosette of small table-cut emeralds, the settings finished with grains ar...
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring natural 0.4 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 2gr
Located in SE
A Ring from 1920s -1930s decorated with natural emerald cut Emerald 4.75 mm x 3.75 mm x 2.1 mm deep ca. 0.4 ct with natural internal flaws and inclusions. Emerald is accented with si...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 1.97 Carat VS-SI Emerald 0.75 Carat SI Diamond Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage three-stone ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1980. The piece features: - 1 emerald, square emerald cut, 1.97ct, vslbG 5/5, VS-SI - 2 diamonds, round brilliant cut...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Sleek Two Stone Emerald & Diamond Stackable Ring in 925 Silver for her
Located in New York, NY
This dainty octagon cut emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, measuring approximately 3 x 6 mm, with a total gemstone weight of 0.57 carats. The vivid green gem...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$807Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 2.54 CTW Oval Emerald & Marquise Diamond Statement Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Bold 2.54 carats emerald and diamond statement ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver. Featuring a vivid oval cut emerald measuring approximately 8 x 11 mm. The striking center ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,425Sale Price|52% Off
18K White Gold 0.36ct Round Cut Emerald & 0.33ct Diamond Channel Set Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
This 18k white gold channel‑set band ring features a harmonious sequence of 0.36 carats of round‑cut emeralds and 0.33 carats of round‑cut diamonds, each stone selected for brightnes...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 6 Carat Cabochon Emerald 0.35 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage cocktail ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1980. The piece features: - 1 emerald, oval cabochon cut, 6.00ct, vslbG 5/4, P3 - 4 diamonds, round brilliant cut, TW 0....
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Gold Snake Ring Serpent Cocktail Ring Emerald White Marquis
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring White Topaz Emerald Eyes Gold Serpent Designer: J DAUPHIN The Snake Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, a serpent that coils around the finger in an open band....
Emerald, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Brass
$397Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Retro Inspired Emerald May Gemstone & Diamond Signet Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold emerald and diamond statement signet ring showcases a vibrant round cut emerald measuring approximately 5 mm, with a total gemstone weight of 0.55 carats. The richly hued c...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum, Art Deco Style Calibrated Emerald & Diamond Target Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Emerald Target Ring Platinum Tested Circa 2000 This stunning target ring is designed in a deco style and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The centrepiece is a natu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped 1920s Emerald and Diamond Crossover Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Stamped Circa 1920s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1920s is a true vintage beauty. The ring is crafted in...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
$20,428Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Milgrain Cocktail Ring in Platinum- GIA 2225947425
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald & Diamond Milgrain Cocktail Ring in Platinum- GIA report number 2225947425 This ring is crafted in platinum and features a bezel-set emerald weighing approximately 9.44 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Pear Cut Natural Emerald Toi et Moi Ring Fine Jewelry in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 0.86 carat emerald ring are crafted in 925 Sterling Silver. Featuring two pear cut emeralds measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm, the ring showcase a graceful silhouette wit...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Emerald Gemstone Solid 14k Rose Gold H/Si White Diamond Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is an emerald and diamond scalloped wide-band statement ring, combining a multi-row mosaic aesthetic with fluid, wavy geometry. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJOS-745 Material - 14K...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 3.20 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 3.20 carats. The Emerald is completely...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ring natural 3ctw. Emerald 0.6ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 6.75/ 5gr
Located in SE
Nice German cluster Emeralds and Diamonds Ring. Plain band and shoulders. Openwork crown in White Gold 16mm x 12.6mm x 6.9mm deep. All stones with open backs. Claw set natural oval c...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring, signed G. R. Addis, Australia, circa 1890–1910
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A fine Australian goldfields period ring, signed G. R. Addis, crafted in yellow gold. The ring is designed with a central emerald-cut emerald of vibrant green colour, flanked by old ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Abstract Round Emerald May Birthstone Bubble Cluster Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous emerald cluster ring features 0.9 carats of round cut emeralds set in 925 sterling silver. The mixed size gemstones are carefully arranged in an organic clustered desig...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Platinum, Art Deco Style, Emerald & Diamond Oval Shield Shaped Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum Tested Circa 2000 This stunning ring is designed in a deco style and is sure to catch the eye of anyone who sees it. The centrepiece is a rectangu...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1982 18ct Yellow Gold ADORE Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby & Emerald Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham Circa 1982 Makers Mark B A O Introducing the stunning 18ct Yellow Gold ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14KT White Gold Emerald-Cut Diamond Ring Seven-Stone Band
Located in Antwerp, BE
This elegant ring features a graduating row of seven emerald-cut diamonds, meticulously set in a classic shared-prong mounting. The step-cut facets of the diamonds create a "hall of ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Emerald Eternity Band Ring in Platinum, Circa 1960, 2ctw Size 5
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1960's. Gorgeous emerald eternity band set in platinum. The emeralds are very nice and vibrant. Photos and videos don't do them justice. The emeralds are more saturated in pers...
Emerald, Platinum
14K White Gold 2.0 Cts Emerald Natural Diamond Five-Stone Emerald-Cut Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : This 14K white gold five-stone emerald-cut ring showcases a precisely arranged sequence of emerald natural diamonds, creating a refined rhythm of brilliance across the finger...
Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold
Watermelon Tourmaline with Emerald, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring 18K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Watermelon Tourmaline 4.36 carats with Emerald 0.30 carat, Pink Sapphire 0.57 carat and Diamond 0.66 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.4 cm Length: 2.1 cm Ring Siz...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic Orient Vintage Natural Emerald & Topaz Ring, Circa 1998 - 18K Gold & Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage London Blue Topaz & Emerald Ring, Circa 1998 Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural London Blue Topaz – 9.00 Carats Natural Emeralds – 3.00 Carats A captivating ...
Emerald, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
18ct Gold 1940s DEAREST Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Sapphire & Tourmaline Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Dearest Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1940's This vintage acrostic ring from the 1940s is a truly unique piece. The gemstones are arranged in the order of diamond, ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
IGI 18K 2.60 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 2.60 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.60 ct set on an 14K white gold Art Deco d...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Gold 0.65 Carat Emerald 0.21 Carat Diamond Five-Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage five-stone band ring crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1960. The piece features: - 5 emeralds, oval cut, TW 0.65ct, vslbG 6/4, P2 - 8 diamonds, round brilliant cut, TW 0...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Columbian Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Ring Platinum/18k Yellow Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa late 20th century. Striking elongated pear Columbian emerald surrounded by a mix of step cuts and chunky old mine cut diamonds. The setting is so beautifully made with amazing ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald with Pink Sapphire and Diamond Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Emerald 2.43 carats with Pink Sapphire 1.25 carats and Diamond 0.49 carat Ring set in 18K Rose Gold Settings Width: 1.3 cm Length: 2.7 cm Ring Size: 53 Total Weight: 8.69 grams "...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
IGI 18K 2.00 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 2.00 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.00 ct set on an 18K white gold Art Deco d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$237Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Contemporary Emerald & Diamond Stackable Three Stone Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This lush green octagon cut emerald and diamond three stone ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring three octagon cut emeralds measuring approximately 3 x 4 mm. The richly ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.60 Carat Emerald and Marquise Diamond Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Embrace sustainable luxury with this exquisite lab-grown emerald and diamond statement ring, masterfully crafted in lustrous 14k yellow gold. Radiating rich green tones, the center 2...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Natural Emerald Half Band 14k Yellow Gold Designer Fine Ring Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Prong Set Natural Emerald 14k Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Fine Ring Jewelry. Details:- Item Code:- RIMJ-877 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold Emerald Weight - 3.95 Carat Gross Wei...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zig Zag Yellow Gold Natural Diamond & Emerald Ring
Located in New York, NY
Category: Ring Metal: 14KT Yellow Gold (60/995) Gross Weight: 3.302g Net Metal Weight: 3.042g Stone 1: Natural Diamond Round, 0.17ct Stone 2: Zambian Emerald Baguette, 1.13ct
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1979 Men Unisex Ring natural 2.5ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS7.25 /19gr
Located in SE
Emerald and Diamonds Ring with wider band in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold. This ring is of Men/ Unisex type and will look great both on male and female hands if the size is right....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vimtage Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Cabochon Ruby & Emerald Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver – Signed A bold and sensuous expression of color and craftsmanship, this exceptional Bochic “Orient...
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage Platinum 1980s Emerald & Brilliant Cut Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Ring Platinum Circa 1980 Step into elegance with this exquisite vintage cluster ring from the 1980s. At its centre, it boasts a beautifully crafted recta...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Genuine Emearld Gemstone Band Ring Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Eternity Ring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This is a Yellow Gold Bezel-Set Square Emerald Eternity Band featuring a bold geometric design with independent gemstone frames. Details:- Item Code :- RIMJ-1080 EM Material - 14K S...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$519Sale Price / item|44% Off
Emerald solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver, Gold Round Emerald Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Emerald Ring. Baguette Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating ...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$200Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Oval Cut Emerald Solitaire Floating Halo Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This refined emerald ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring one oval cut emerald measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm. With a total gemstone weight of 0.56 carats, the design ...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$12,000Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 14K 10.62 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 10.62 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 10.62 ct set on an 14K white gold Art Deco...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
René Boivin vintage diamond, emerald and ruby ring in rock crystal, circa 1950.
By Rene Bovin
Located in London, GB
Vintage diamond, emerald and ruby cocktail ring in rock crystal, by Rene Boivin. Set with a central round old cut diamond in a platinum rubover setting with an approximate weight of ...
Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.5 / 3.4 gr
Located in SE
Nice cluster Ring with the carved band and shoulders. Top parts of openwork crown in White Gold or Platinum holding bezel set natural Emerald stone and twenty diamonds, both of old ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Certified Faceted emerald silver ring, 10 size
Located in บางรัก, TH
Certified Faceted emerald silver ring sku813 Size: 5.15x3.04x2.30 mm Weight: 0.29 ct Ring size: 10 Origin: Pakistan
Emerald, Silver
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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