Van Cleef & Arpels, 3.26ct Diamond Emerald Ring, GIA, Certificate
Located in New York, NY
A distinguished Van Cleef & Arpels platinum ring, centering a 3.26-carat old mine-cut diamond between two richly saturated Colombian emeralds, 2.17ct and 2.41ct respectively. Pre...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$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
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
$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
Giant Aquamarine & Emerald 14K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in GOES, NL
Discover timeless elegance with this extraordinary aquamarine ring set in rich 14-carat yellow gold. At its heart lies a giant 5 carat hand-cut aquamarine accompanied with zambian em...
Emerald, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 14k 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
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
$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
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
Oscar Heyman, Platinum Emerald Diamond Ring, Certificate
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Centered on an oval diamond, this exuberant platinum cluster recalls Oscar Heyman’s celebrated mid-century floral and entourage jewels. Vivid emeralds alternate with brilliant diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$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
4.18 Carat Unheated Sri Lankan Pink Sapphire Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional natural pink sapphire and diamond three-stone ring, centered by a captivating **4.18 carat natural Sri Lankan pink sapphire** displaying a rich and luminous purplish-p...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire
Ring with emerald up to 3.50ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold ring set with emerald total approx. 3.50ct and brilliant-cut diamond to. 1.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7.25 – EU. 17.5(55) detailed description: The top of ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
GIA 18.07 Carat G VS1 Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Solitaire Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional statement solitaire ring featuring an impressive 18.07 carat natural emerald cut diamond, accompanied by GIA Report No. 2235871267. The center diamond is graded by th...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$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
$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
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
10ct Gold 1970s Diamond Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Dearest Ring 10ct Gold Circa 1970s Makers Mar S A This 10ct yellow gold vintage dearest acrostic ring is a true beauty. It features a daisy-...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold, 10k Gold
$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
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald, Opal & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald, Opal & Orange Sapphire Cocktail Ring — 18K Gold & Silver Signed Masterpiece • Exceptional Gem Weight • Museum-Level Craftsmanship Experience...
Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 11 Carat Large rare Russian Emerald Ring 18ct Gold, Diamonds London 1975
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
The Royal Legacy of the Ural Mountains At the heart of this exceptional vintage cocktail ring lies an impressive 11.00 carat natural emerald, certified by Gemmological Certification...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
18K Gold Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Duo Bypass Ring Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
This 18K Gold Duo Bypass Ring Set features numerous brilliant round diamonds totaling 0.30 carats, along with one oval natural ruby, one oval natural sapphire, and two oval natural e...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Ring in Platinum- GIA 2235644906
Located in Bloomington, MN
Emerald and Diamond Double Halo Ring in Platinum- GIA 2235644906 A striking contemporary platinum ring centered with an approximately 6.04-carat octagonal step-cut green emerald. Tw...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA 2.00 Carat F Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional three stone diamond engagement ring centered by a magnificent 2.00 carat natural Emerald Cut diamond, certified by the Gemological Institute of America. The center dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
$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
Leto Lama IGI Certified 4.26 Cts Emerald with diamonds engagement cocktail ring
Located in London, GB
A one-of-a-kind cocktail or alternative engagement ring showcasing a striking 4.26-carat bluish-green Zambian emerald, IGI certified. The centre stone is secured with eight claws, c...
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
Art Deco 3.57 CTW Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Vintage Wheat Ring AGL
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 3.08 carats total - medium green Natural Colombian in origin with minor clarity enhancement (F1) - set in semi-bezel Flanked b...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
107 Carat Black Obsidian Ball Ruby Emerald Yellow Sapphire Cabs 14K Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Extremely Stylish and Unique Ring composed by a Natural Quartz Sphere measuring 25 mm in diameter and weighing 107 Carats ,decorated with 15...
Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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
$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
$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
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
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver Center Natural Emerald — 6 Carats • Origin: Zambia • Emerald • Saturated Green luminous, glowing de...
Emerald, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k G...
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
$132,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 5.01 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Internally Flawless Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional natural Fancy Intense Yellow diamond ring featuring a magnificent 5.01 carat GIA-certified diamond of extraordinary color and clarity. The center diamond is a Cut-Cor...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Ring/Engagement Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: Platinum Weight: 3.9 grams Gemstone: 1.35 cttw Natural Diamond Old European Cut Center stone 1.05 cttw G-H color, VS2-SI1 clarity Side stones 0.30 cttw Emerald Size: 6.75 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 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
Emerald & Trapezoid Diamond Three-Stone Ring, 2.06 TCW, 18k White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
"A well-saturated emerald-cut emerald anchors this ring, held in place by simple prongs and bordered on each side by a single trapezoid diamond - a pairing that has stayed a favorite...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$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
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
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
Vintage 1.75 Carat Black Opal, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Navette Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant Finely detailed Black Opal, Emerald and Diamond Platinum Vintage Navette Cocktail Ring. Centering a securely nestled Hand set 1.75 Carat Black Opal. Surroun...
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
$680,000Sale Price|20% Off
18.35 Carat Colombian Muzo Green Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring GRS
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and highly important natural Colombian emerald and diamond ring, centered by a magnificent 18.35 carat natural emerald, accompanied by a GRS GemResearch Swisslab repor...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$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
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Emerald And Diamond Flower 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Emerald & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Cluster Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold cluster ring set with a 3mm centre white diamond with top VS clarity, F/G...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage H Stern 18k Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
By H. Stern
Located in New York, NY
This vintage H. Stern ring centers a 1.50ct emerald in a refined 18k yellow gold setting accented by 0.13ctw of diamonds. The rich green center stone is complemented by the warmth of...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K white Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Zambian Emeralds & Diamonds Cocktail RIng
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Opal & Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 6.31 carats. The weight of the...
Opal, Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
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
GIA Certified 2.70ct Colombian Pear Emerald & Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite GIA Certified Colombian Pear Emerald Ring, a true testament to timeless elegance and unparalleled beauty. This stunning piece features a magnificent 2.70-ca...
Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
GIA Certified 4.77 Carat Colombian Emerald and 1.52 Carat Trilliant Diamond Plat
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding timeless sophistication, this exquisite three-stone ring showcases a magnificent 4.77-carat octagonal step-cut Colombian green emerald, officially certified by the GIA. The v...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Emerald and Seed Pearl Ring, Circa 1880
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This charming Victorian emerald and seed pearl ring is a romantic antique design from the 1880’s, featuring 4 round cut emeralds weighing approximately 0.50 carat in total. The emera...
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut Peridot and Ruby Accent Ring, 3.50ct
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Striking and refined, this 14 karat yellow gold ring features a vibrant emerald-cut green peridot measuring 8 x 6mm, with a total gemstone weight of approximately 3.50 carats. The pe...
Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18ct Gold Colombian Emerald & Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring, Mid 19th Century
Located in London, England
This Mid 19th Century Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Cluster Ring centres on a beautifully vibrant emerald, certified as natural beryl of Colombian origin and of minor oil. The stone h...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$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
$230Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Vivid Geometric Emerald & Diamond Ring for Women in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
This dainty emerald and diamond ring is crafted in 925 sterling silver, featuring a vivid octagon cut emerald measuring approximately 4 x 6 mm at the center. The richly hued gemstone...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby From Burma, Oval Cut 9 Carat Natural Green Emerald from Zambia, Round Cut 3 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Tiffany, Platinum 4.25ct Colombia Minor Emerald 5.15ct Diamond Ring, GIA, AGL
Located in New York, NY
This refined Tiffany & Co. toi-et-moi ring exemplifies early 20th-century elegance, pairing a Colombian step-cut emerald with a square step-cut diamond. Set in platinum with deli...
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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