Faceted emerald silver ring, 6.5 size
Located in บางรัก, TH
Faceted emerald silver ring sku815 Size: 5x3.6 mm Weight: 9.70 Ct Ring size: 6.5
2010s Artisan Emerald Rings
Emerald, Silver
Faceted emerald silver ring, 6.5 size
Located in บางรัก, TH
Faceted emerald silver ring sku815 Size: 5x3.6 mm Weight: 9.70 Ct Ring size: 6.5
Emerald, Silver
$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
1937 Nordic Ring Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold ØUS 7.75US / 3.75 gr
Located in SE
Beautiful Emerald and Diamonds Ring made in 1937. The crown is composite with the top parts in Silver, all other parts are solid 18K Yellow Gold. Natural emerald cut Emerald stone of vibrant Green 5.5 mm x 4 mm x 3.2 mm deep /0.5 ct accented with 6 old diamond cut Diamonds Ø 2 mm / 0.03 ct each. Diamonds with backs closed and foiled under. The Crown is 12 mm x 10 mm x 4 mm x deep. Size: Ø US 7.75 / 17.97 / sizable ring. Weight: 3.75 grams. Swedish ring...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Decò Style 1.07 Ct Old European Cut Diamond And Emeralds 14K White Gold Ring
Located in Roma, IT
Elegant Art Deco-style ring crafted in 14K white gold, centered by a natural Old European Cut diamond, graded F color and SI clarity. The central diamond is framed by a geometric ha...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$222Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Sleek Handmade Emerald Half-Eternity Ring in Diamond Band for Women
Located in New York, NY
This delicate 925 sterling silver ring features a graceful row of natural 3 mm round emeralds accented with sparkling 1.5 mm round diamonds for a timeless, elegant look. Alternating ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Timeless Green Emerald Half-Eternity Band in Diamond Silver Ring Gifts
Located in New York, NY
This refined 925 sterling silver band ring features a sleek channel-set row of natural square 2.5x2.5 mm emeralds, framed on each side by sparkling 1.5x1.5 mm square diamonds for a s...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Oval Natural Green Emerald With Diamonds Cocktail Ring Size 7.5
Located in Dallas, TX
14K Yellow Gold Oval Natural Green Emerald With Diamonds Cocktail Ring Size-7 Emerald 7.98ct Diamonds .44ct Ring Weight: 9.08g This 14K yellow gold cocktail ring features a 7.89-...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Alexander the Great Men's 18k Yellow Gold Ring with Emeralds & Agate Carvings
Located in London, GB
Alexander the Great men's signet ring in solid 18K yellow gold, set with 48 natural emeralds totalling approximately 0.5 carats and three hand-carved agate cameos depicting Alexander...
Agate, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1916 Ring natural Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US7/ 2.2gr
Located in SE
Antique Halo Ring featuring natural princess cut Emerald 3.5mm x 3.5mm x 3mm mm ca. 0.4 ct with natural internal flaws and inclusions. Emerald is accented with eight old diamond cut ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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
$2,240,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 16.01 Carat D Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary diamond ring centered by a magnificent 16.01 carat emerald cut natural diamond, distinguished by exceptional size, purity and presence. The elongated emerald cut cre...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Coin Medal Ring Emerald Woman Portrait Mask Gold Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Coin Medal Ring Emerald Woman Portrait Mask Gold Cocktail Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN Emerald coin medal ring, The Old Flame, in gold plated brass, a round medal set with the portrait...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Brass
Hand Made Vintage Bee Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry circa 1940
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand Made circa 1940 14k Yellow Gold 7.90 grams finger size 5.75 design size: 19 mm x 21 mm (wingspan) has natural diamonds, emerald and sapphires. excellent condition.
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,350Sale Price|50% Off
ICA 18K Gold Oval 1.62ct F1 Emerald & 0.30ct Brilliant Diamond Fine Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Unique two-tone gold deco design ring with rare minor clarity enhanced oval emerald at the center and surrounded by 6 high grade and decent size bright diamonds. Best emerald ring! ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$10,400Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 18K 12.00 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*GIA 18K 12.00 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* GIA-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 12.00 ct set on a 18K white gold Art Deco des...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$185Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Multi Colour Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Dome Silver Ring For Her
Located in New York, NY
This striking 925 sterling silver ring brings together natural emerald, ruby, and blue sapphire in a bold, colorful design. A 6x4.5 mm oval emerald sits at the center, framed by 2x2 ...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 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
$7,182Sale Price|30% Off
Art Deco GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Presenting our Art Deco GIA Certified 0.70 Carat Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring, a masterpiece that embodies elegance and sophistication. This remarkable ring features a GI...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage Finish Ring natural 1ct. Emerald solid 14K Yellow Gold ØUS7.5 / 1 gr
Located in SE
Elegant vintage Finish Ring ca 1930s -1950s, plain band in solid 14ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural cabochon cut Emerald stone of deep Green color 7 mm x 5.5 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 1...
Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Natural 18K Gold Emerald Halo Ring with 0.21ct Diamonds, New Design
Located in New York, NY
GEMSTONE DETAILS Gold Purity: 18K Solid Gold EMERALD: 2.77 CTS DIAMOND: 0.21 CTS 18K GOLD NET WEIGHT: 5.94 GRAMS GROSS WEIGHT: 6.54 GRAMS code: BH FOLLOW Monalisa Jewelry Inc.'...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$1,900Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k yellow gold emerald and diamond ring, containing 1 emerald cut emerald weighing 1.13cts. and 16 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing .30pts. This ring is a size...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$337Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Modern 2.55ct Emerald & Ruby Inlay Bypass Silver Ring Wedding Gift
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 925 sterling silver ring showcases a graceful, flared design centered around a luminous 8x6 mm oval natural emerald. Curved shoulders on either side are channel-set with...
Emerald, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
$207Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Minimalist Natural Emerald Bezel Set Ring in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring features a striking octagon-cut emerald totaling 1.6 carats, secured in a sleek bezel setting and crafted in 925 sterling silver. The emerald measures 6 × 8 mm and ...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$550Sale Price|50% Off
18K Gold 0.62ct Oval Emerald & 0.06ct Brilliant Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Classic and timeless design ring equipped with green oval emerald with natural inclusions and 2 brilliantly decent grade diamonds. For those who have a soft spot for pretty emeralds ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$3,936Sale Price|20% Off
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Radiant Emerald & Diamond Halo Ring in 14k Rose Gold This distinctive ring is crafted in warm 14k rose gold and centered with a natural cushion-cut emerald weighing approximately 0....
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$8,512Sale Price|20% Off
Richard Krementz Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Richard Krementz Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this contemporary Richard Krementz ring featu...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940 Ring natural Emerald W.Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø US10/ 4 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with carved band and crown decorated with natural diamond cut Emerald Ø 2.5 mm / ca. 0.1 ct accented with six old diamond cut natural White Sapphires Ø2.5 mm / 0.1 ct each, ...
Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
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
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
Art Deco Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Onyx Pyramid Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold mounting,including full cut diamonds and 2 small Emer...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf & Diamond Band Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Band Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emeralds is 1.19 carats. The Emeralds Sugarloafs are co...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$240Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Classic 925 Silver Cocktail Band with Emerald & Sapphires Ring for Her
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary 925 sterling silver ring pairs a vivid octagon-cut natural emerald with rich blue sapphires for a sleek, tailored look. The 7x5 mm emerald is framed on each side by...
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
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
Antique Indian Gentlemen's Emerald Cabochon, Ruby & Seed Pearl Dome Ring — 22K
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Indian Gentlemen's Emerald Cabochon, Ruby & Seed Pearl Dome Ring — 22K Gold, Delhi, Shri Ram Hari Ram & Sons est. 1789 A magnificent and rare antique Indian gentleman...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold
1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.31 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring A classic setting holding a Natural Emerald that weighs 0.76 carats. Surrounded by Natural Round Cut Diamonds ...
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Emerald Ring Marquise 14K White Gold Band
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This estate ring is finely crafted in solid 14K White gold and set with genuine Earth mined Emerald and Diamonds. The marquise cut Emerald measures 8mm x 4mm (.60ct). This is a nic...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald & Rose Cut 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 2.26 carats. The Emerald is completely nat...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald and Diamond Ring in Platinum and 18K Gold, Early Art Deco Size 9.5
Located in Northampton, MA
A masterpiece from the dawn of the Art Deco era, this extraordinary ring unites a radiant .65-carat emerald of luminous, electric green intensity with a sparkling constellation of an...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
$68,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3.01 Carat F Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional three stone diamond ring centered by a GIA certified 3.01 carat emerald cut natural diamond of remarkable quality. Graded F color and Internally Flawless clarity, the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$7,128Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features a striking shield-style design with richly colored green emeralds tot...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
5 Carat G Color Pear Diamond & 2.7 carat GRS Certified Emerald Twin Ring Unique
Located in Hung Hom, HK
An absolute showstopper for the high-end collector. This avant-garde Toi et Moi (Twin) ring beautifully pairs two investment-grade masterpieces into one stunning architectural design...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K 2.49 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*18K 2.49 Ct Zambia Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Engagement Ring* Zambia natural vivid green emerald weighing 2.49 ct set on the 18K white gold band with natural F-G, VS diamonds we...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$56Sale Price / item|30% Off
Silver925 Natural Emerald White Topaz Vintage Filigree Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
This vintage-style filigree ring is crafted from 925 sterling silver, featuring intricate openwork that captures timeless charm. Delicate lines create depth and graceful movement, hi...
Emerald, Topaz, Silver
$400Sale Price|50% Off
14K White Gold 0.30ct Oval Emerald & Brilliant White Quartz Wavy Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
Classic design ring equipped with a wonderful east meets west green oval emerald with natural jardin and surrounded by 2 brilliantly decent grade white quartz. For those who have a s...
Emerald, Quartz, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Yellow Gold Emerald Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.3 grams Size: 8 Gemstone: Emerald
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,104Sale Price / item|20% Off
Handmade Natural Oval Emerald & Diamond Bypass Solitaire Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This handcrafted bypass solitaire ring showcases a 0.7 carat natural oval zambian emerald, set in 14K yellow gold. The oval cut emerald measuring approximately 6.5 x 4.5 mm. The vibr...
Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
18K White Gold Solitaire Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This gorgeous 18K white gold ring features: Emerald: 1.8 carat natural oval, super quality, G color, VS clarity Diamonds: Brilliant round diamonds totaling 1.7 carats Ring Size: 7...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,000Sale Price|20% Off
IGI 18K 3.22 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI 18K 3.22 Ct Natural Vivid Green Emerald&Diamonds Art Deco Engagement Ring* An IGI-certified natural vivid green emerald weighing 3.22 ct set on an 18K white gold Art Deco d...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$1,800Sale Price|40% Off
Mens, Unisex Ring with Genuine Emerald
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silver, Gold Mens Ring with Emerald. Statement emerald ring. Silver, Gold signet ring for men with emerald. Emerald ring. Unisex ring with Emerald...
Emerald, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
$3,511Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Antique Emerald & Diamond Shield Ring in Platinum This antique ring is crafted in 900 platinum and features green emeralds totaling 0.40ctw, arranged in a shield-style design wi...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$2,553Sale Price|20% Off
Emerald & Diamond Floral Halo Ring in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald & Diamond Floral Halo Ring in Platinum This ring is crafted in platinum and features a 0.65-carat emerald-cut Colombian emerald set at the center. The emerald is surroun...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$400Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Handcrafted Channel Set Emerald & Diamond Crossover Ring in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This contemporary 925 sterling silver ring showcases a sleek crossover design, beautifully accented with vivid natural emeralds and sparkling diamonds. Channel-set square emeralds 1....
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Leto Lama Colombian Muzo Emeralds and Diamonds Bezel Bubble Band 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
This delicate band is crafted in warm 18-carat yellow gold and set with alternating Colombian emeralds and diamonds, each stone individually bezel-set by hand. The emeralds reveal th...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$150Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Icy Swirl Enamel Unisex Dome Silver Ring in Emerald Cut Zircon Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Icy Swirl Enamel Unisex Dome Silver Ring in Emerald Cut Zircon Jewelry for Gift bold dome ring is crafted in luminous 925 sterling silver and features a smooth marbled enamel in...
Emerald, Zircon, Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel
$28,800Sale Price|20% Off
6.6 Carat Green Minor Oil Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant Platinum ring featuring a 6.6 carat octagonal step cut natural emerald as the center stone. The center emerald displays a green color. The GIA report states minor clarity enh...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Eternity Ring Band
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Elegant 18K white gold eternity band featuring 9 natural oval emeralds (1.5 CT) accented with 8 round brilliant diamonds (0.2 CT). Estate quality, 2g. Metal: 18K White Gold Primary S...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
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
Antique Ring 0.6 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold ØUS6 / 3.3gr
Located in SE
Elegant Emerald and Diamonds European Ring with curved band in solid 18ct Yellow Gold + bezel set natural emerald cut Emerald stone 5...
Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
$225Sale Price / item|50% Off
Stackable Sleek Emerald May Birthstone Half Band Ring for Women in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Sleek Emerald Half Band May Birthstone ring made in 925 sterling silver, This elegant band features 0.91 carats of natural emeralds in a sleek channel setting, The vibrant green...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
GIA 1 Carat Asscher Cut Diamond Ring. Carre Emerald Halo Platinum Ring H VS2
Located in New York, NY
"Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Center Diamond Weight: Approx 1.00 Carats Certification: GIA Certified Center Diamond Color: H Center Diamond Clarity: VS2 Center Diamond Cut:...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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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