Emerald takes it's place in the world of gems as one of the three most popular colored gemstones. Emeralds have an interesting legacy of violence,
romance, and controversy. The first emerald mines were opened in Egypt
although the exact dates are not known. The Cleopatra emerald mine opened as early as 300 BC. Ancient peoples attributed all kinds of magical qualities to emeralds. Emerald rings and emerald jewelry symbolized fertility and rebirth. Scholars wore emeralds to strengthen their memory and become more eloquent. Lovers wore emerald rings to learn the truth of their loved ones's intentions. In the sixteenth century violence became part of the emerald's history when Spanish conquistadors looted thousands of emeralds from the mines in South America. Emerald's legacy is as eternal as the stone itself.
In our emerald rings gallery, you'll find our entire selection of antique, estate, and antique-style emerald rings: emerald wedding rings, emerald eternity bands, emerald engagement rings, emerald filigree rings, emerald solitaire rings, as well as emerald two stone rings and emerald three stone rings. Many of our antique, estate, and antique style emerald rings also have diamonds for added sparkle and elegance. Our collection includes emerald platinum rings, emerald white gold rings and emerald yellow gold rings.
In the coldest depths of winter, verdant foliage blooms inside the safety of a greenhouse. That unexpected twist of nature comes to life in this contemporary emerald engagement ring. An oval faceted mixed cut emerald adds 0.31 carats of gemstone weight. A collection of round full cut diamonds, weighing 0.24 carats, accentuate the 18k white gold band of this engagement ring and encircle its centerpiece emerald. 18k yellow gold trim on the underbezel adds a subtle touch of color. This is a new emerald engagement ring. Size 5.0
A bold design with delicate gemstone accents lends intriguing contrast to this filigree cocktail ring with emerald hearts. Fashioned in a design that elongates the finger, the 18k white gold band of this cocktail ring displays bewitching filigree cutwork. A trio of round single cut diamonds extends down the center for a total diamond weight of 0.07 carats. Adding a splash of color are two heart-shaped emeralds that total 0.08 carats of gemstone weight. Circa 1950. Size 3.5
Platinum and Baguette Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Emerald gemstones have been given as tokens of love, faith, and immortality since the days of Cleopatra. The slightly bluish green emerald that is prong set in the center of this classic engagement ring weighs 1.15 carats. Set in a platinum band, this engagement rings emerald is flanked by two tapered baguette cut diamonds. These E-colored accenting diamonds total 0.30 carats. Circa 1945 or later. Size 5.25 full
The band of this antique Victorian diamond and emerald engagement ring is designed in 18k yellow gold open-weave loops with a sterling silver emerald and diamond accented top. Eight table cut diamonds encircle an emerald cut emerald to create a mesmerizing combination of sparkle and color. The diamonds total 0.90 carats and the emerald weighs 0.36 carats. Antique Victorian diamond and emerald engagement rings as gorgeous as this one are for a woman who dares to be noticed. She'll be thrilled when you ask her to marry you with this breaktaking and unusual antique Victorian diamond and emerald engagement ring! Circa 1850. Size 8.5 [and sizeable].
Sugar-dusted rows of verdant color tantalize the eye in Art Deco emerald and diamond engagement rings. The fan-carved platinum band of this Art Deco ring is topped with a quintet of gemstone-set ribbons. The five-tiered top of this Art Deco ring is accented with 36 diamonds and 32 square step cut emeralds. The diamonds total 0.81 carats while the emeralds add another 0.55 carats of gemstone weight. Circa 1920. Sizeable from a 3.75 up to a 6.5 as part of your purchase.