1.30 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Gold Vintage EFFY Designer Halo Ring
By Effy
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage EFFY Designer Emerald and Diamond Gold Halo Ring. Centering a securely Hand set 1.30 Carat Oval Emerald. Surrounded by .40tcw Baguette and Round Brilliant C...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1966 Ring Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS6 /3.9gr
Located in SE
Vintage Emerald and Diamond ring with wider band. Swedish ring, XX century.Marked 18K. Maker: JP ( Petterssons Jewelers ), city of Stockholm, existed 1913- 1973. Marks of the year...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Gold, 5.52 carats, Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamond 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 5.52 carats. The Emerald is completely nat...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$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
Halo Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US6.75/ 3.7gr
Located in SE
Vintage 1950's Halo Ring featuring natural oval diamond cut Emerald 7 mm x 4.5 mm x 2.75 mm ca. 0.85 ct with natural internal flaws and inclusions. Emerald is accented with ten equa...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Natural 3Ct Emerald Cut Emerald Three Stone Ring , Platinum, Size 6.5, Clearence
Located in New York, NY
Approximately Natural 3 Carat 3 pieces of Emerald Cut Emerald Ring in platinum Size 6.5 A classic three stone design ring Approximately 2 Carat center Emerald Cut Emerald Ab...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$686Sale Price|20% Off
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
Silvorra 2.3ct Round Emerald Milgrain Eternity Stackable Band Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous 2.3 carat emerald eternity band ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring sixteen vibrant round cut emeralds measuring approximately 3.1 mm each. Designed with ...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Snake Ring in Gold with Aquamarine, Double Serpent Wrap Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Ring in Gold with Aquamarine, Double Serpent Wrap Cocktail Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN Double serpent ring in 14k gold plated brass, two snake heads wrapping the finger to meet a...
Emerald, Ruby, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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
Silvorra Art Deco Inspired 1.58ct Emerald Cluster Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 1.58 carats emerald cluster ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver and showcases a captivating octagon cut emerald at its center measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm. Surrou...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 18ct White Gold 1940’s Emerald Cut, Emerald & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald Cluster Ring 18ct White Gold Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous, vintage cluster ring. Set with a gorgeous, emerald cut, natural emerald centre stone & surrounded by a...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930 Ring 1.25ct Emerald 0.5ctw Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver ØUS8.25 /5.3gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance - styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold holding natural Emerald stone and eight rose - cut Diamonds s...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
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
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
$687Sale 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
$960Sale Price|20% Off
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
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
$503Sale 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
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An emerald cut emerald weighing 1.82ct centers this vintage 14k yellow gold ring, flanked by four princess cut diamonds totaling 0.78ctw. The clarity-enhanced emerald displays vivid ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$720Sale Price|20% Off
Three Carved Lapis Lazuli Beads Emerald Round Cabs 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and Classic Cocktail Ring composed of 3 engraved spheres of Lapis Lazuli of 12 mm. in diameter surmounted by 3 small Emerald cabochons set in yellow gold bezels,all set on a 3...
Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$503Sale 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
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
$1,272Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold 1ct Octagon Emerald Solitaire East-West Ring with Diamond Band
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This East-West band ring features a 1 ct octagon-cut emerald, set in 14k yellow gold. The emerald measures 6.4 × 5 mm and is securely held in a classic prong setting. Set horizontall...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Ring with 0.85ct Emerald & Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
Discover the elegance of our exquisite ring, crafted in 14K yellow gold. This piece features a captivating 0.85-carat emerald-cut emerald, radiating a rich green hue. Flanking the e...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
Late Georgian 14 Karat Gold Ruby and Emerald Cross Motif Ring, circa 1800-1830
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 14-karat gold ruby and emerald ring, dating from the late Georgian period, circa 1800-1830. The ring features an ornate openwork design centered around a cross-shaped arr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Magnificent 14.90 Carat Carved Emerald Onyx Diamond Ring Platinum & 18K G, 1920
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Magnificent 14.90 Carat Carved Emerald, Onyx and Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K White Gold, circa 1920 A striking jewel of the Art Deco era, this magnificent ring captures the bol...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Estate Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow and White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, classic three stone emerald and diamond 18K yellow and white gold ring 20th Century Emeralds: bright green, lively, the center emerald approximately 1 TCW and the two flan...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$7,448Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring with Matching Band
Located in Bloomington, MN
Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Engagement Ring with Matching Band Crafted in platinum and 14K white gold, this two-piece bridal set features a near-colorless round diamond surrounded ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, 1950s 3 Stone Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Trilogy Ring 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1950s This stunning trilogy ring from the 1950s is a true vintage beauty. The ring is crafted in 18ct yellow gold...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Set in 18K Rose Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 10.95 carats. The Emeral...
Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$7,200Sale Price|40% Off
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...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hemmerle Emerald Ring in 18K Gold, circa 2005
By Hemmerle
Located in New York, NY
A testament to bold elegance. This striking ring by Hemmerle showcases the brand's dedication to exceptional craftsmanship. The centerpiece is a captivating 10-carat emerald-cut emer...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, 15.83 carats, Kunzite, Emerald & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Kunzite & Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Kunzite is 15.83 carats. The weight...
Diamond, Emerald, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White 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
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Blue Sapphires & Yellow Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Blue Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 7.63 carats. The Emerald is compl...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Silvorra 2.74 Carat Clean Lined Emerald Modernist Wide Band Ring in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
A bold wide band ring crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring a 2.74 carat octagon shaped emerald measuring 8 × 10 mm at the center. The emerald is secured with a clean four prong ...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,800Sale Price / item|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Heart-Shaped Emerald Ruby Sapphire Signet Band Ring, Gypsy-Set
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This modernist Signet Band Ring features 0.89 carats of three colorful heart-shaped emerald, ruby, and sapphire stones, set in 14K yellow gold. Each gemstone measures approximately 4...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
3.49 Carat Cushion Cut Emerald Diamond two Tone Cocktail Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Exquisite 3.49-Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Halo Ring A magnificent expression of timeless elegance, this exceptional ring showcases a 3.49-carat natural cushion-cut emerald, ce...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Ceylon Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very stunning and gorgeous, modern style, Emerald & Pink Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 10.82 carats. The Emerald is comp...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA Tiffany & Co. Sugarloaf Cabochon 3.15ct Emerald Diamond Ring 18K Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 3.15 carat oval sugarloaf cabochon emerald, GIA certified to Colombian origin, sits high in a prong setting at the center of this Tiffany & Co. cocktail ring. The domed cabochon cu...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
2.02ct Colombian Emerald & Baguette Diamond Ring in Silver
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning center emerald-cut Columbian emerald natural gemstone with two larger baguette diamonds flanked by smaller baguette diamonds. Set in sterling silver. The center emerald ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
$7,000Sale Price|30% Off
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
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
Emerald and Diamond Floral Cluster Ring in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Inspired by classic botanical motifs, this Emerald Diamond Gold Ring displays four vibrant green emeralds surrounding a sparkling center diamond. Formed as a delicate Emerald Diamond...
Emerald, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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
H. Stern Octagonal Emerald Diamond Ring GIA 1.67 Brazil 18k Yellow Gold sz 6.5
By H. Stern
Located in Northbrook, IL
Presenting a stunning cocktail ring by H. Stern, expertly crafted in 18k yellow gold. This captivating piece features a 1.67-carat octagon-cut emerald, radiating a vibrant green hue....
Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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
Genuine Zambian Emerald & Natural Diamonds Yellow Gold Ring
Located in GOES, NL
* we offer complimentary resizing on all of our rings! Discover timeless elegance with this extraordinary Zambian emerald ring set in rich 14-carat yellow gold and sparkling diamond...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Revival 3.93ct GIA Certified Emerald & Diamond Trinity Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A verdant Art Deco-style emerald and diamond vintage trinity engagement ring. Having a commanding presence of nearly 4 carats and a color of green not seen very often. Very lush and ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Crown Ring 0.50CT Size 6.25
Located in Miami, FL
The 14k Yellow Gold Ring (Size 6.25) is a striking piece of jewelry that combines elegance with vibrant color. Crafted from luxurious 14k yellow gold, this ring features a unique des...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
10.03 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring 1.52 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Deira, Dubai
10.03 Carat Emerald Cocktail Ring 1.52 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry features oval emerald set in center with diamond halo around making cocktail ring. Emeralds are symbo...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White 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
Orloff of Denmark - 14K Gold - Brazilian Emerald Sculpture Ring
Located in Hua Hin, TH
Orloff of Denmark - Eye of the Forest A sculptural masterpiece, the Eye of the Forest ring embodies both elegance and natural strength. Handcrafted in 14K yellow gold, its smooth con...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing retrò ring in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central emerald surrounded by diamonds and emeralds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and soli...
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
1931 Nordic Ring 0.9 ct Emerald 0.8 ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Silver ØUS9.75/5.3gr
Located in SE
Nice Renaissance-styled cluster Ring with the carved band, shoulders, and parts of the crown in solid 18ct Yellow Gold. Silver clusters hold natural Emerald stone and 10 rose- cut Di...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage White Jade Ring Sz 5 Gemstones Vine Leaves 18k Yellow Gold Band
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage white jade & gemstone ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 18k yellow gold. Pear shaped rubies and emeralds measure approx. 3mm x 2mm. Note: light surface abr...
Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Modern Emerald and Diamond Ring, 0.44ct Emerald Center
Located in Paramus, NJ
Add a pop of color to your everyday wardrobe with this emerald and diamond ring featuring a beautiful emerald cut 5 x 3 mm emerald center stone with alternating round diamonds and em...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k 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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