GIA Certified Natural Emerald &Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Cluster Platinum Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Natural Colombian Emerald and diamond three stone Ring This Colombian emerald has a beautiful combination of color and tone. The emerald is 70% primary green color with a medium inte...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Ring 1.25ct Emerald 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS4.5 /5.35gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance-styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct greenish Yellow Gold holding natural Emerald stone and four rose - cut Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, 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
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
5.67 Carat Natural Pear Cut Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.67 Carat Natural Pear Cut Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring Metal: 14 Karat White Gold Primary Stones: Natural Emerald Accent Stones: Natural White Diamonds T...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k 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
$520Sale Price / item|44% Off
Split Shank oval emerald engagement silver, gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Split Shank oval emerald engagement silver, gold ring. Vintage Style Oval emerald Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval emerald. Oval Pinky ...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$6,600Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald and Ruby Ring
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Green Sapphire 1.10 carats approx. Blue Sapphire 0.01 carat approx. Emerald 0.03 carat approx. Ruby 0.03 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized as...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Set in 18K Yellow Matte Gold, natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Matte Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 2.15 carats. The Emerald is compl...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
$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
$520Sale Price / item|44% Off
Bezel Set Oval Emerald Wide Matte Band silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Bezel Set Oval Emerald Wide Matte Band ring silver, gold. Oval Solitaire Ring. Minimalist Luxury Pinky Ring. Vintage Style Signet Ring for Men with Oval Emerald. Oval Pinky Ring for ...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$737Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Emerald Ruby Diamond Spinner Eternity Band Ring in 925 Silver for her
Located in New York, NY
This ring features emerald and ruby gemstones totalling 1.94 carats, accented with 0.46 carats of diamonds, all set in 925 sterling silver. Each 2 mm round gemstone is finely arrange...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage GIA 1.73 carat Colombian emerald diamond platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage ring is centered on a GIA-certified octagonal cut emerald weighing 1.73 carats, sourced from Colombia and treated with minor clarity enhancement (f2). Its deep, saturate...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$187Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Natural Emerald Octagon Cut Stackable Solitaire Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a natural emerald gemstone in a refined octagon shape, secured in a classic four prong setting that allows the vibrant green stone to take center stage. Cr...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Delicate Emerald and Diamond Accent Ring in 925 Silver Gift for her
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a striking octagon cut emerald totaling 0.28 carats, set in 925 sterling silver and accented with subtle diamonds for a hint of sparkle. The emerald measur...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Ring natural Ruby Emerald Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø6US/ 1.9gr
Located in SE
Ring for every day in solid 18K Yellow Gold decorated with 3 natural stones : Red Ruby, Green Emerald and Blue Sapphire of old European diamond cut Ø 2.5 mm / ca. 0.1 ct each . Total...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, 18k Gold
$615Sale Price / item|35% Off
Emerald solitaire ring for men silver, gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
SIlver, Gold Round Emerald Ring For Men's. Mens Solitaire Emerald Ring. Round Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Ocean Sovereign -Natural SriLanka No Heat Sapphire set in Designer Ring in 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings shimmer with beauty. Ocean Sovereign commands — vast, powerful, and deeply regal, like a jewel sculpted from the heart of the sea. At its center lies a breathtaking 20.63...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Si
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver A spectacular statement ring from Bochic’s “Orient” Traveling Collection, designed with a...
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Diamond Opal Ruby and Emerald Acrostic Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 15ct Gold Circa 1880 Acrostic rings became popular throughout the Victorian period. The Adore ring being one of the romantic gifts typically given in the earl...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Citrine Emerald Sapphire Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Citrine Engagement Ring showcases a Asscher Cut citrine surrounded by French cut emerald, sapphire accent, and diamond shoulders in 14K yellow gold. Inspired by elegant Art Deco...
Diamond, Emerald, Citrine, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 14K 2.54 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 14K 2.54 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.54 ct set on a 14K yellow gold Art Deco design b...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Arc - Fancy Step Cut Diamond set with Fine Emeralds in Designer Ring 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some rings move like poetry. Emerald Arc flows in a graceful sweep of color and brilliance, capturing the romance of a wave frozen in motion. At its heart rests a pristine 0.80‑cara...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cartier Emerald Stack Band Ring 18k Tri-Color Gold w/Certificate Size US 6 EU 52
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Emerald Stack Band Ring Material: 18k yellow, rose, and white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 52 1995 D42765 Gemstones: Natural emerald Design: Thre...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$709Sale Price / item|40% Off
Baguette Emerald 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald engagement ring. Baguette emerald ring. Emerald gold ring. Emerald vintage style ring. Natural emerald ring. Classic emerald ring. May birthstone emerald ring. Wedding gold r...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Blue Topaz & Emerlad Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Blue Topaz & Ruby Ring 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Blue Topaz — 16 Carats • Origin: Zambia • Oval • Saturated Blue luminous, glowing ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Top...
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat Gold, France, 1970
Located in Austin, TX
An exceptional vintage Van Cleef & Arpels emerald and diamond cocktail ring, masterfully crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and dating to the 1970s. This sculptural jewel exemplifie...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Emerald and Diamond Belle Époque Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belle Époque Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1900 A truly enchanting Belle Époque ring, exuding the elegance and artistry of the early 20th century. This exquisite pi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$247Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Art Deco Inspired Emerald & Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This bold octagon cut emerald and diamond halo ring is handcrafted in 925 sterling silver, showcasing an octagon cut emerald measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm, with a total gemstone w...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 2.99 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.99 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Natural Emerald & Diamond Gemstone Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This 14k solid gold ring features a rectangular emerald gemstone held in four p...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Emerald Snake Ring Serpent Gold Plated Silver Ruby Eyes
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Ruby Snake Ring 14k Gold Plated Sterling Silver Adjustable Designer: J Dauphin Title: Gypsy Wisdom The Gypsy Wisdom Snake Ring is a structural statement piece handcrafted in...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Ring with emeralds up to 3.50ct - 11.8 grams - 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt white gold ring set with carre cut emerald tot. 3.50 ct - ringsize U.S. 7.25 - EU. 17.5 (55) detailed description: the top of the ring is 1.6 cm wide weight 14.6 grams ring...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$520Sale 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. Round Cut Emerald Ring. Metal: 925 silver plus 14k gold plating over Weight: 6 gr depends from size 1 piece (...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$887Sale Price / item|50% Off
Pear emerald and pearl 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald engagement ring. Pear emerald ring. Emerald vintage style ring. Wedding gold ring with emerald. Metal type: Gold Metal stamp: 14k Gold Weight: 2.5 gr. depends from size. Ce...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 27.67 carat, Zambian Emerald & Rose Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Engagement Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 26.67 carats. The Emerald is comp...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,419Sale Price / item|55% Off
Snake design 14k gold engagement Emerald ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Snake design 14k gold engagement ring. Marquise emerald gold ring. Open ended, adjustable emerald ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size 1 piece (central stone) - e...
Topaz, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18k Yellow, White and Rose Gold Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Stacking Ring Set
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Claris-A offers this set of three 18k yellow, rose, and white gold cabochon sapphire, emerald, and ruby stacking rings, designed to be worn together or individually. One ring is set ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,000Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 0.47ct Oval Emerald & 0.07ct Diamond Vintage Split- Shank Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A refined vintage band crafted in 18K yellow gold, centered with a vibrant 0.47ct oval emerald in a classic four‑prong setting. 0.07ct of bright white diamonds frame the stone in ele...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Ruby, Emerald & Diamond Ring Set in 18K Gold & Silver A bold expression of vintage glamour and refined craftsmanship, this exceptional Bochic “Orient”...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, 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
80 Carat "Mattress" Black Onyx Cushion Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Extremely Stylish and Unique Ring composed by a Natural Black Onyx Cushion Shape measuring 27 x 34 mm and weighing 80 Carats, decorated with 12 small round Rubies, Emeralds and Yello...
Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Faceted Oval Emerald Cocktail Ring with Baguette Diamonds
Located in Nantucket, MA
A beautiful cocktail ring featuring at the center, an oval faceted emerald which is flanked north, south, east and west with smaller oval, faceted emeralds In between each those are...
Emerald, Sterling Silver
$4,320Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 14K 2.51 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 14K 2.51 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds 3-Stone Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.51 ct set on a 14K white gold 3-Stone desi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Green Emerald with Sparkling Golden Citrine Accent & Gold Rhoduim/Sterling Ring
Located in Raleigh, NC
Striking dinner ring of large 3.11 carat oval Emerald accented with sparkling round golden Citrines, 1.3 carats total weigh. This setting is gold...
Citrine, Emerald, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Skull Signet Ring Emerald Gold Memento Mori Jewelry Unisex
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Skull Ring Emerald Signet Gold Memento Mori Mens Designer: J DAUPHIN The Skull Ring is handcrafted in 14k gold plated silver, a sculpted skull crest from the Secret Doors collectio...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Orient” Natural Sapphire & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Sapphire & Emerald Ring 18K Yellow Gold & Silver – Signed A commanding expression of scale, color, and refined craftsmanship, this exceptional Bochic “Ori...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,449Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold 2.22Cts Emerald Cut Diamond Eternity Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
A sleek full eternity band featuring an uninterrupted line of emerald-cut diamonds arranged horizontally east-to-west for a clean, modern aesthetic. Expertly crafted in solid 14K Yel...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sculptural Vintage Inspired Ring with Precious Natural Gems
Located in Singapore, SG
This sculptural vintage-style ring is handcrafted in solid 18K gold and set with carefully curated natural precious gemstones, including a Burmese unheated ruby, Colombian emeralds, ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$828Sale Price / item|50% Off
Oval emerald 14k gold ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval emerald ring in 14k gold. Genuine emerald ring. Green emerald ring. Emerald engagement ring. May birthstone ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size Gemstones: ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
$1,000Sale Price|50% Off
18K White Gold 1ct Squared Vivid Emerald Fine Vintage Band Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A sleek modern band crafted in 18k white gold, channel‑set with approximately 1.00 carat of square‑cut natural emeralds. The stones are beautifully matched for color and clarity, for...
Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 5.48 carats, Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds Cocktail Cluster Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Cluster Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emeralds is 5.48 carats. The Emeralds are compl...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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
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
Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*Guild 18K 3.15 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Guild-certified Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.15 ct set on the 18K white gold band with n...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Charles Krypell Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking platinum emerald and diamond ribbon knot ring by celebrated American jewelry designer Charles Krypell. Sculptural and beautifully dimensional, the ring is designed as a s...
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
$1,250Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 1.20ct Oval Emerald & 0.12ct Brilliant Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Bright grassy green, emerald Zambia of fine quality with natural inclusions and from every angle is spectacular. The diamonds accents are bright. A very popular design and timeless. ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
19.84 Carats Vivid Green Emerald & 1.64 Carats Diamond Massive Engagement Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A true masterpiece of high jewelry. This jaw-dropping statement ring showcases a monumental 19.84-carat natural Zambian emerald, offering an elite tier of scale and prestige rarely s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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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