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
$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
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
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
Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
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
Vintage 18 Karat Gold Multi-colour Gem Wide Band Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage colourful wide band ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1980. The piece features: - 1 ruby, oval cut, 0.35ct, rP 6/5, P1 - 1 amethyst, round cut, 0.30ct, bP 3/2...
Amethyst, Citrine, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 1...
$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
18ct Yellow Gold, London Hallmarked Edwardian 5 Stone Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Emerald & Diamond Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1909 This exquisite gypsy ring is made of 18ct yellow gold. It features a stunning emerald at the centre, flank...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Emerald Stack 18k Tri-Color Gold Band Ring w/Cert Size 6 EU 52
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Emerald Stack Band Ring Material: 18k Yellow, Rose, and White Gold Gemstones: Natural emerald Design: Three stacked wire bands with bezel-set emerald Front Meas...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$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
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
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
C1780 18K Multi- Stone Giardinetti Ring w/ Rubies Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Late 18th century giardinetti ring, other wise known as "little garden" ring artfully set in silver and 18K gold. Giardinetti rings were first crafted in the 17th century when there ...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, 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
$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
$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
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
1.1ct Natural Zambian Emerald Solitaire Ring in 18K Yellow Gold by Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This clean, modern 18 karat yellow gold ring by Eytan Brandes features a vibrant bezel-set emerald. The step-cut emerald is from Zambia, treated only with oil (as most emeralds ar...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
3.0 Ct Emerald Octagon Cut Five Stone Band 14K Gold Emerald Band By Juhi Jewels
Located in Jaipur, IN
14K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald Five Stone Band – 3.00 Carat Octagon Emerald Ring Make a refined statement with this 14K Yellow Gold Emerald Five Stone Band, featuring approximately 3.00 carats of natural emeralds arranged in a striking five-stone design. Each gemstone is an octagon-cut 4 x 6 mm emerald, creating a clean, architectural silhouette that beautifully complements the warm tone of the yellow gold. The graduated arrangement gives this natural emerald five stone ring a substantial yet elegant presence on the finger. Designed for lovers of distinctive fine jewelry, this 3 carat emerald ring...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow 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
$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
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
$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
An Art Deco 3.3ct Colombian Emerald And Diamond Ring Circa 1930
Located in Firenze, IT
Ring centered with an oval emerald approximately 3.3ct in a multi-lobed frame set with old-cut diamonds. Millegrain-set to a platinum. Numbered 2057. Emerald dimensions: approximatel...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
3.42 ct Natural Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Chicago, IL
A captivating 3.42-carat natural emerald-cut emerald commands attention with its rich green hue. Encircled by approximately 0.95 carats of mixed-cut diamonds, each boasting F/G color...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
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
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
$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
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
$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
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
$1,229Sale 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
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
$712,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 10.02 Carat E Internally Flawless Emerald Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
An extraordinary statement of rarity and timeless elegance, this exceptional platinum ring showcases a magnificent 10.02 carat natural Emerald Cut diamond, accompanied by a GIA Natur...
Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k 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
Exquisite 14K Gold Bezel Dome Ring Trillion Cabochon Colombian Emerald
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Handmade Elegance Crafted in the USA Elevate your jewelry collection with this stunning 14 Karat Yellow Gold Raised Bezel Dome Cocktail Ring, featuring a gem-quality, trillion-shaped...
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$23,600Sale Price|20% Off
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
19.84 Carats Vivid Green Emerald & 1.64 Carats Diamond Massive Engagement Ring
Located in Hung Hom, HK
A true masterpiece of high jewelry. This jaw-dropping statement ring showcases a monumental 19.84-carat natural Zambian emerald, offering an elite tier of scale and prestige rarely s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Diamond Emerald Sapphire Art Deco Style Engagement Ring 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Centering a round diamond framed by green emeralds and blue sapphires, this 18k white gold Multi Gemstone Engagement Ring showcases a scalloped floral halo. Meticulous milgrain edges...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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
$1,400Sale Price|20% 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
Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
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
Set in 18K white Gold, Zambian Emerald, Pink Sapphire & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Pink Sapphire Engagement Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 5.65 carats. The Emerald i...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White 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
$2,560Sale Price|20% 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
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
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
IGI Platinum 0.66 ct Colombia Muzo Green Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
*IGI Platinum 0.66 ct Colombia Muzo Green Emerald Engagement Ring* IGI-certified natural Muzo green Colombia emerald with great color and fire luster weighing 0.66 ct set on the PT...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Colombian Emerald & Diamond Platinum Ring, Gübelin Certified
By Jacob & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Jacob & Co. platinum ring showcases a Gübelin-certified Colombian emerald of remarkable presence, complemented by an exquisite diamond setting that reflects the ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
Charles Krypell Platinum Emerald and Diamond Ribbon Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
A striking platinum emerald and diamond ribbon knot ring by celebrated American jewelry designer Charles Krypell. Sculptural and beautifully dimensional, the ring is designed as a s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
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
Ring with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.86ct 18k gold 7.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold ring with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds 0.86ct F/G VS/SI - ring size U.S. 7 - EU. 17.25 (54) Detailed description top of the ring is 4.5 mm high and 1.0 cm w...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
18K Gold Beveled Band Ring with 5 Carat Emerald, Contemporary Design
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning emerald-cut, faceted 5 carat emerald set in a beveled 18K gold band. Ring size is a 7. Classic and elegant. The fine jewelry collection is sourced, designed or created ...
Emerald, 18k Gold
$360Sale Price / item|50% Off
Natural Diamond Emerald Flower By Pass Ring in 925 Silver Luxury Jewelry Gift
Located in New York, NY
Natural Diamond Emerald Flower By Pass Ring in sterling silver featuring natural emerald of 5 carat and diamonds of 0.05 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes with every style. ...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
$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
$1,950Sale Price|35% Off
2.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring
Located in Sant Josep de sa Talaia, IB
This 2.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Floral Cocktail Ring is a breathtaking masterpiece of fine jewelry, inspired by the organic poetry of blooming nature. The focal p...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
Vintage 3.01 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring GIA 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving the unique design of this ring! Ring Details Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Head Width: 8mm Head Height: 7.5mm Shank Width: 2.8mm Weight: 7.0 Grams Finger Size: 7 Sizable Upon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 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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