Large Tumbled Emerald Art Deco Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Large Tumbled Emerald Art Deco Ring from the 1920's. Natural uncut cabochon with elegant chased interior border on 14k setting. Natural inclusions and striations. Emerald measures 20...
Emerald, 14k Gold
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
12ct Eternity diamond ring emerald eternity diamond ring PLATINUM
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Eternity ring made with emerald cut diamonds in platinum, size 6. Can be re-sized slightly size up and down. Ring is made with quality in mind, very sturdy every stone is set to perf...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Colombian Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring GIA Certified Vintage
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, featuring an approximately 2.50 carat vibrant color natural Colombian emerald accompanied by a GIA certifi...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
80s Portuguese Emerald 1.50ct Diamond Ring 19k Yellow Gold Sz 4.75 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage emerald & diamond ring crafted in 19k yellow gold (circa 1980s). Crafted in Portuguese 19k yellow gold, the ring features beautiful vibrant green emeralds &...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fashion ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central sapphire surrounded by details studded with diamonds and emeralds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
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
$660,000Sale Price|20% Off
Bulgari Twin Ring 5.79ct Emerald and 7.25ct Diamond 18k Gold and Platinum
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This chic BULGARI cocktail ring features an exceptional 5.79 carat AGL certified Colombian emerald and a GIA certified 7.25 carat square emerlad...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum
Syna Yellow Gold London Blue Topaz, Emeralds, Rubies and Diamond Ring
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold London Blue Topaz 2.40 carats approx. Emeralds 0.12 carat approx. Rubies 0.10 carat approx. Diamonds 0.38 carat approx. Ring size US 7, can be sized L...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,162Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold 2.92 Cts Emerald Natural Diamond Emerald-Cut Eternity Ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
About : This 14K yellow gold emerald-cut eternity ring showcases a precisely arranged sequence of emerald natural diamonds, creating a refined rhythm of brilliance across the finger....
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
$205Sale Price / item|50% Off
Sterling Silver Genuine Emerald By Pass Ring with Diamonds Gift for Wife
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Emerald By Pass Ring for Her in sterling silver featuring natural emerald of 2.25 carat and diamonds of 0.12 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. Desi...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling 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
Art Deco style GIA 2.10 carat emerald diamond platinum ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ring borrows its geometry and glamour from the Art Deco playbook while being newly crafted, giving buyers the graphic, symmetrical look of the 1920s and '30s with the confidence...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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 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
$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
$7,680Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 3.99 carats, Zambian Emerald & Yellow Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern stye, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 3.99 carats. the Emerald is completely nat...
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$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
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
Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with three sapphires surrounded by diamonds, emeralds and rubies. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 8...
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
Natural Oval 4.5Ct Zambian Emerald Eternity Band in Platinum , S 5.75, Clearence
Located in New York, NY
Oval shape Natural Emerald Eternity Band GEMSTONE DETAILS : ✦ Gemstone : Emerald ✦ Gemstone Type : Natural ✦ Gemstone Size :5X3 MM ✦ Gemstone Shape : Oval Cut ✦ Number of Gemston...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Platinum
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
$525Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Modernist Emerald and Ruby Channel-Set Statement Silver Christmas Ring
Located in New York, NY
This striking 925 sterling silver ring showcases a bold band design richly set with natural emeralds and rubies. Vibrant green round emeralds are framed by rows of square- and round-...
Emerald, Ruby, Silver
$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
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
$3,150Sale Price / item|25% Off
Citrine Emerald Sapphire Art Deco Statement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This citrine statement ring features a emerald cut citrine surrounded by emeralds and deep blue sapphires, with diamond accents adding subtle sparkle. The geometric composition gives...
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
IGI certified 1.04Ct Colombian Emerald Ring with Natural diamonds in Platinum
Located in Singapore, SG
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring – A Timeless Luxury Features : Main Gemstone - Colombian Emerald Total Carat Weight (1pc) -1.04 Ct Measurement of gemstone -6.14x5.97x4.22 mm...
Emerald, Platinum
$1,880Sale Price|20% Off
1.31 Ct Emerald Solitaire Bezel Set Band 14K Gold Zambian Emerald Classic Band
Located in Jaipur, IN
Timeless and sophisticated, this 14K Yellow Gold Solitaire Band showcases a vivid 1.31 carat natural Zambian emerald, beautifully fashioned in a 6 x 8 mm oval cut and secured in a re...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 2.14 carats natural Zambian Emerald & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald Engagement Ring set in 18K Gold White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 2.14 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, wit...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$10,720Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 19.97 carats natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald Cocktail Dome Rings set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Cabochons is 19.97 carats. The Emeralds a...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
$2,640Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 3.66 carats Morganite & Emerald cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Morganite Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Morganite is 3.66 carats. The combined Diamonds wei...
Diamond, Emerald, Morganite, 18k Gold
$1,312Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald Shaped Emerald Baguette Round Diamond Ring in Vintage 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with this exquisite cocktail ring, featuring a stunning emerald-shaped emerald weighing 0.75 carats. Set in luxurious 14 karat white gold, this vintage-i...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Ceylon Blue Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Blue Sapphire & Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 0.94 carats. The Eme...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
GIA certified 5.83Ct Colombian Emerald Ring with Natural diamonds in Platinum
Located in Singapore, SG
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring – A Timeless Luxury Features: Main Gemstone - Colombian Emerald Total Carat Weight (1pc) -5.83 Ct Measurement of gemstone -12.91x10.55x5.99 m...
Emerald, Diamond, Platinum
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
$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
Vintage Ring 0.7ct. Emerald Diamonds solid 800 Platinum Ø US6/ 4.8gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring in solid 800 Platinum alloy featuring natural emerald cut Emerald set in 18K Gold Bezel 5.5 mm x 4.5 mm x 3.3mm deep / ca. 0.7 ct accented with two brilliant cut Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
$1,375Sale 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
Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Demantoid Garnet, Emerald, Diamond & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cluster Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1870 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian triple cluster ring, crafted from 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showcases...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
10.65 Carat Octagon Cut Emerald Men's Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Trumbull, CT
Octagon‑Cut Emerald Men’s Ring in 14K Yellow Gold A powerful 10.65‑carat octagon‑cut emerald anchors this distinguished men’s ring, its elongated geometry and crisp step‑cut facets c...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18ct Yellow Gold Ring, Set With 0.35ct Oval Natural Fine Quality Emerald
Located in London, GB
New made by Jewellery Cave 18ct yellow gold single stone ring, set with oval 0.35ct fine quality natural emerald, The ring is a perfect complement to any ensemble and can be worn o...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Revival Emerald and Diamond Navette Ring of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined Retro-era, Edwardian Revival ring dating to 1940–1948, featuring an elongated navette-shaped arrangement with a square step cut emerald and old European single-cut diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Palladium
Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with emeralds, rubies and sapphires. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 silver in a sophisticate...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, 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
$1,031Sale Price / item|40% Off
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Emerald and diamonds 14k gold ring. Oval Emerald gold ring. Emerald diamond halo ring. Green gemstone ring. May birthstone ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 2.5 gr depends from size Ge...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
$1,203Sale Price / item|30% Off
Gold Ring with Marquise Emerald. Vintage inspired emerald ring
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with emerald side diamonds, emeralds and sapphires. Vintage style emerald ring. Marquise emerald ring. Emerald statement ring. Total weight 3 gr - depends from size y...
Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, natural Turquoise & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Turquoise Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 2.49 carats. The Emerald is co...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$2,240Sale Price|30% Off
IGI Platinum 0.59 ct Colombia Emerald Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI Platinum 0.59 ct Colombia Emerald Antique Art Deco Style Engagement Ring* IGI-certified natural intense green Colombia emerald with great color and fire luster weighing 0.59 ct...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Ring natural 0.35ct Emerald solid 18K Rose Gold Ø4US / 2.88 gr
Located in SE
A Ring with band in solid 18K Rose Gold with claw set natural bright Green Emerald 5.5 mm x 4 mm / ca. 0.45 ct with open back . Set of Swedish hallmarks, 18K , date combination not ...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$945Sale Price / item|44% Off
14k Gold Semi-Eternity Ring with Emeralds and Amethysts
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold semi-eternity ring with natural emeralds and amethysts. May birthstone. February birthstone. Weight: 1.8 g. (depends from size) Gemstones: 1. Natural emeralds: Bag...
Amethyst, Emerald, 14k 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
$420Sale Price / item|50% Off
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Silver Detachable Ring with Diamonds Band for Her Gift
Located in New York, NY
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire Sterling Silver Detachable Ring with Diamonds in sterling silver featuring natural emerald , sapphire, ruby of 2.17 carat and ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
$7,440Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Rose Gold, Emerald, Pink Sapphires & Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Emerald & Pink Sapphires Cocktail Ring set in 18K Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 7.14 carats. The Emerald is completely nat...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 4.43 Carat Emerald & Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
GIA Certified 4.43 carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamonds weighing a total of 1.79 carats 18 karat white gold ring Emerald minor treatment
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central flower of sapphires and emerald surrounded by a frame of diamonds, sapphires and rubies. This elegant obj...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, 32.53 carat Tanzanite cabochon, Emerald & Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Tanzanite & Emerald Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & natural Diamonds. the weight of the Tanzanite cabochon is 32.53 carats. The Tanzanite is responsibl...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
18ct Gold Edwardian, Acrostic ADORE Ring: Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Emerald
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Adore Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1910 Introducing this stunning 18ct yellow gold antique ADORE ring, a true epitome of elegance and charm. This fabulous...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1.67 CTW Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Antique Ring GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an emerald cut emerald weighing approximately 1.47 carats total - transparent medium green Natural Colombian in origin and displaying moderate clarity enhancement (F2) Set ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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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