Emerald Rings Guide

Emerald Stud Earrings

admin — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 14:06:10 +0000

Emerald stud earrings are usually not very expensive and you can find great looking earrings at bargain prices if you are prepared to shop around a little.

Fashion Wedding Jewelry GREEN EMERALD 18K YELLOW GOLD GP EARINGS STUD EARRINGS
US $.99

Xmas Lady Fashion Jewelry Green Emerald Yellow Gold GP Stud Earrings Gift Earing
US $1.56

Lady Gift Green Emerald Yellow Gold GP Stud Earrings Fashion Jewelry NEW
US $4.98

## 2x5MM OLIVE GREEN EMERALD FLOWER LEAFS STUD EARRINGS
US $.99

Classic Genuine Emerald & Silver Round Stud Earrings
US $18.17

.66 CTW ROUND BASKET SET EMERALD STUD EARRINGS .925 STERLING SILVER ~ GIFT BOX
US $12.00

In addition to brand new earrings, you will also come across antique and vintage emerald stud earrings when shopping around online and these are usually more expensive than the equivalent brand new examples as many people collect them or buy them to wear a piece of history. The quality of these vintage and antique earrings is usually very high as they were made by craftsmen using high quality materials. Some of the designs are very stylish and modern, particularly the Art Deco examples which often look very modern even by today's standards.

1pr Antique vintage emerald cone styled ear studs fashion ladies' earrings E0116
US $3.89

9k Gold Stud Earrings Natural Emerald Fine Jewelry Vintage Thai Craftsmanship
US $77.12

Vintage Estate Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire 14k Gold Stud Earrings Fine Jewelry
US $655.20

VTG GOLD OVER STERLING SILVER 925 EARRING CLIP STUD CREATED OVAL EMERALD
US $12.00

Vintage STERLING SILVER & Emerald Cut RHODOLITE GARNET Pierced STUD EARRINGS
US $59.99

VINTAGE STYLE STUD EARRING EMERALD DIAMOND PAVE 22k YELLOW GOLD FINE JEWELRY
US $580.00

The price of both new and vintage emerald earrings varies depending on a number of factors: emerald size, quality and rarity; natural vs. lab created emeralds; type of metals used in the setting; quality and type of other gemstones used in the design. Lab created emeralds are very good value as they are not expensive and have few of the flaws common in natural emeralds such as fissures and inclusions.

Emerald Wedding Anniversary

admin — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 15:02:43 +0000

The emerald wedding anniversary is traditionally the 55th anniversary of the couple's marriage. Often the husband will buy an emerald-related gift for his wife. Natural emeralds have been relatively expensive in the past, but lab created emeralds mean that buying emerald jewellery does not have to be very expensive. Here are some suggestions for gifts of emerald jewellery.

Emerald Ring
An emerald ring is almost guaranteed to be well-received and although there are many expensive examples, there are plenty of much more affordable rings with these gemstones. An eternity ring is often given to celebrate a major anniversary, and these can have emeralds over the whole ring band (full eternity ring) or covering part of the ring band (half eternity ring). Alternating emeralds with gemstones of a different colour, e.g. diamonds, can give a nice effect.

EXTRA VIBRANT! PEAR GREEN COLUMBIAN EMERALD 925 SILVER RING
US $59.99

Natural Jewelry emerald 14k Solid Gold Ring Size 8
US $10.23

SALE! Lady Fashion Jewelry Oval Cut Green Emerald Design Gold Tone Ring -Q/8
US $4.98

Natural Jewelry emerald 14k Solid Gold Ring Size 8
US $18.85

R645-7 - ELEGANT EMERALD CUT 2 PIECE WEDDING RING SET SIZE 7
US $19.99

Natural Jewelry emerald 14k Solid Gold Ring Size 8
US $18.85

Emerald Pendant
The large range of shapes, sizes and prices of pendants means that there should be something to suit every taste, from small and delicate stones set in silver to large stones set in gold. For nature lovers there are nature-themed pendants such as dragonflies or butterflies.

Zambian Emerald 3-Stone pendant w/18" chain 1.0cttw
US $29.99

12mm x 16mm Oval Cut Emerald White Gold Plated Fashion Jewelry Pendant Necklace
US $.89

10 Carat Emerald Cut CZ Pendant w/ Necklace SN149
US $9.99

Lady Fashion Jewelry Big Heart Cut Green Emerald Gold Tone Pendant Necklace
US $5.98

14k White Gold Emerald Celtic Cross Necklace Pendant Irish Made green chain
US $29.99

1.25 CARAT EMERALD BRILLIANT ROUND CUT PENDANT 7mm 14KT YELLOW GOLD
US $295.00

Emerald Earrings
These can be purchased along with a pendant as a matching set or just as a pair. The earrings look especially effective in a tear drop shape or when small and set in a pattern with gems of contrasting colour. There are modern designs available in addition to the more traditional ones.

Emerald Isle Earrings Irish Shamrock St Patrick's Day - Tibetan Silver
US $.99

Fashion Wedding Jewelry GREEN EMERALD 18K YELLOW GOLD GP EARINGS STUD EARRINGS
US $.99

4mm x 6mm Elegant Pear Cut Green Emerald 18K Gold Plated Earrings Jewellery
US $.89

Vintage Earrings- Faux Emerald
US $2.25

OLD VINTAGE ESTATE STERLING SCREW BACK REPOUSSE LEAVES AND CUT EMERALD EARRINGS
US $24.99

1pr Antique vintage emerald cone styled ear studs fashion ladies' earrings E0116
US $3.89

Emerald Necklace
As with the pendants, the necklace may come in a set with matching earrings or on its own. The styles of the necklaces on sale today can be anything from ornate Victorian pieces to modern, stylish and simple pieces.

12mm x 16mm Oval Cut Emerald White Gold Plated Fashion Jewelry Pendant Necklace
US $.89

10 Carat Emerald Cut CZ Pendant w/ Necklace SN149
US $9.99

Vintage Emerald Dimond Rhinestone Necklace Juliana Style
US $7.99

532.00 CARAT TOP SHINING QUALITY BEST AAA NATURAL OVAL EMERALD BEADS NECKLACE
US $12.50

GRACEFULLY TOP EMERALD-PREHNITE-MARCASITE-PEARL 925 SILVER BUTTERFLY NECKLACE NR
US $42.01

surprisingly freshwater pearl Necklace emerald
US $.15

The Emerald Eternity Ring

admin — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 14:33:00 +0000

An emerald eternity ring symbolises never-ending love and the eternity ring is usually given by a husband to his wife on their wedding anniversary or after an event such as the birth of their child.

The full eternity ring has stones set into the ring for its entire circumference, whereas a half eternity ring is set with stones for only part of its circumference. The full eternity ring can sometimes be a little uncomfortable to wear as the band needs to be quite thick. Also, the stones need to be quite small and this may not suit people who prefer thinner ring bands or larger stones, so these people may prefer to wear the half eternity ring. Many people prefer to have rectangular cut or square cut emeralds since these fit perfectly end to end around the band of the ring. Combining emeralds with diamonds is popular and gives a nice contrast of colours without the colours clashing, so an emerald and diamond eternity ring is another option.

There are no hard and fast rules as to which way the eternity ring should be worn, and some people choose to wear them on the same finger as their wedding ring while some prefer to wear the ring on a different finger.

2 CARAT 925 STERLING SILVER RING ETERNITY SIZE 5,6,7,8,9,10 EMERALD CUT
US $29.99

4 CT Emerald Cut ETERNITY BAND White Gold EP Bridal Wedding 3 Pc Ring Set SIZE 6
US $54.75

6.60 ct Emerald Cut DIAMOND ETERNITY Ring Platinum Band F color VS clarity, sz 5
US $11,500.00

4 CT Emerald Cut ETERNITY BAND White Gold EP Bridal Wedding 3 Pc Ring Set SIZE 5
US $54.75

SOLID 9CT GOLD PRINCESS CUT AAA EMERALD ETERNITY RING
US $298.62

4 CT Emerald Cut ETERNITY BAND White Gold EP Bridal Wedding 3 Pc Ring Set SIZE 9
US $54.75

An emerald eternity band may not be right for everyone: smaller emeralds can sometimes be prone to breaking or chipping due to their natural fissures and inclusions and therefore their use in eternity rings must be carefully considered as emerald eternity rings usually use stones which are quite small.

Claddagh Emerald Ring

admin — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 13:58:39 +0000

The Claddagh Emerald ring is a variation of the more traditional Claddagh ring. This type of ring can be worn as a wedding ring or alternatively can be given as a friendship, eternity, engagement or relationship ring. Its design is said to have originated in a fishing village named Claddagh, near to Galway in Ireland. There are three traditional ways in which the ring is worn to show the wearer's status: on the left-hand ring finger to indicate that the wearer is married; on the right ring finger with the point of the heart pointing towards the fingertip to indicate that the wearer is single; on the right ring finger with the heart pointing away from the fingertip to show that the wearer is in a relationship.

Its design is thought to date back to the 1600s and usually consists of a heart being held between a pair of hands, the heart often having a crown on top. The crown is thought to symbolise loyalty, the hands to symbolise friendship and the heart to symbolise love. The Claddagh ring is often made entirely from gold, but the heart is sometimes replaced by a heart shaped emerald.

10K Gold Emerald Diamond Claddagh Engagment Ring Irish Made sz celtic
US $269.99

Silver Emerald Claddagh Celtic Knot Necklace Pendant 18" Irish ring heart chain
US $22.99

Direct from Ireland 14kt Gold Silver Claddagh Ring Emerald Green Irish Celtic
US $29.00

Gold Irish Claddagh Ring Celtic band Hallmarked from the Emerald Isle
US $134.00

Sterling Silver Emerald Claddagh Celtic Ladies Ring Irish sz 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
US $28.95

FRIENDSHIP LOVE CLADDAGH w TRI KNOT & w EMERALD GREEN CZ NAVEL BELLY BAR RING
US $6.99

The Claddagh ring emerald can also be a small stone in the centre of the heart. The vivid green of the emerald complements the yellow gold of the ring very well, although the ring metal can vary, with silver, white gold, platinum or other metals being used frequently.

The design of the ring band varies also, and can be more like a traditional wedding band with the Claddagh design on the band of the ring. A signet-style Claddagh ring is also available and on some rings the heart is replaced by a family crest. Emerald Claddagh Rings sometimes have the stones set in a channel and they may also be combined with other gemstones such as diamonds or cubic zirconia to give an interesting colour contrast. Claddagh rings are not just for women and there are a number of different designs available which men can wear.

Celtic Emerald Ring Designs

admin — Tue, 22 Mar 2011 17:04:52 +0000

The majority of Celtic-style ring designs feature Celtic knotwork, usually in the form of an endless knot. The interlaced patterns seen in knotwork are thought to have been originated by the Romans and over time they spread throughout the world. Knotwork designs were often used in ancient literature and can be seen on some famous Christian manuscripts including the Lindisfarne Gospels and Book of Kells. Before coming under the influence of Christianity around 450AD, Celtic patterns were usually spirals, key shapes or stepped shapes.

When it comes to rings, the knotwork design is often engraved into the band of the ring although there are some rings which have the appearance of a thin band which weaves in and out to form the Celtic knot that itself makes up the ring band. These rings usually have the emerald set in a claw setting, and in fact the ring band with claw setting can often be purchased separately for a loose emerald to be set in it later.

.925 Silver Celtic Knot Ring w Emerald Green CZ Size 6
US $14.99

.925 Silver Celtic Knot Ring w Emerald Green CZ Size 7
US $14.99

FRANKLIN MINT POWER OF EMERALD ISLE CELTIC CROSS RING
US $179.95

IRISH CELTIC EMERALD GREEN CZ RING 925 STERLING SILVER LADY WOMEN SZ 8.5/AUS R
US $19.99

14K Celtic Trinity Knot Ring w Emerald Cut Aquamarine
US $1,075.00

STERLING SILVER EMERALD GREEN CZ CELTIC KNOT RING sz 9
US $9.00

Although the knot design is a traditional one, there are also rings on sale which have bands made from contemporary materials such as tungsten, steel or titanium. Some of these may be decorated with inlaid patterns, often of precious metals. In addition to rings for everyday wear, Celtic designs set with emeralds can also be found in engagement and wedding rings.

Aside from the knotwork, there are other traditional Celtic design motifs seen in these rings, including crosses, dragons, triskeles and herons.

Emerald Meaning in Folklore

admin — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 13:25:16 +0000

Many years ago, gemstones were believed to possess supernatural powers and even today in our society which relies heavily on science there are people who still believe that gemstones have certain powers. For many people, the meaning of emerald is as a birthstone for those who were born in the month of May. In astrological terms, emerald is the gemstone associated with the Signs of the Zodiac Cancer, Taurus and Gemini. It is also traditional to give emerald as a gift to mark the 20th, 35th and 55th wedding anniversaries.

There are those who believe in the power of emerald to heal the heart, and that when there is a full moon the stone has its greatest healing power. It is also believed by some people to have the power to heal the eyes, lungs, muscles and spine.
photo credit: Bob RichmondIt was also believed to be the gemstone of Venus, Goddess of love. It was thought that by giving your partner an emerald that it would keep them faithful, loyal and bring harmony to your relationship. Emeralds were also believed to help with speech and the ability to see the truth.

Lab Created Emeralds

admin — Wed, 22 Sep 2010 08:32:31 +0000

Emeralds are beautiful and opulent gemstones, with a long history of emerald jewelry featuring in the collections of European royalty, going back hundreds of years! Although Emeralds aren’t as expensive as other gemstones, such as the more popular and common Diamond, they are a precious gemstone and are priced as such. A reasonable quality natural emerald will be worth upwards of $1000 per carat, and the price increases proportionately for larger stones. A large stone of 3 carats would cost $8000-$9000 or more, for example. The other factor affecting the price of an Emerald is the level of inclusions in the gemstone. Almost all Emeralds have these inclusions, which usually take the appearance of a network of tiny air bubbles, cracks, or other marks inside the gemstone. Some feel that these enhance the individuality of the stone, but it is common for Emeralds to be treated with a filler to minimize the appearance of inclusions.

10 CT LAB EMERALD GREEN CLEAR TENNIS BRACELET 8" L ROUND CUT 14K YELOW GOLD EP
US $47.99

11.96 CT GREEN RUSSIA LAB EMERALD OCTAGON DELIGHTFUL
US $9.99

10.28 CT GREEN RUSSIA LAB EMERALD PEAR DAZZLING
US $9.99

genuine white topaz and Lab emerald 18K gold plated ring size 7 NWOT
US $17.99

11.61 CT GREEN RUSSIA LAB EMERALD OCTAGON EXCELLENT
US $11.00

8.31 CT GREEN RUSSIA LAB EMERALD OCTAGON ALLURING
US $9.99

There is an alternative to a piece of jewelry featuring mined Emeralds, that neatly circumvents both the price and quality issues with a natural Emerald. Lab Created Emeralds are now widely available, and the process used to create them is significantly easier than that of other created gemstones meaning the prices are much lower. The particular benefit of synthetic Emeralds is that the process eliminates inclusions completely, meaning no fillers are required to end up with a perfectly clear, sparkling stone.

It’s worth explaining what a synthetic or lab created gemstone really is. While it is possible to make a simulated gemstone that looks like the real thing, but is made using different materials (for example a simulated Diamond might be made out of Cubic Zirconia), a true lab created gemstone is made using the same elements, and has the same type of crystalline structure. This means that it cannot be told apart from a mined version of the same gemstone with the naked eye, and specialized gemological equipment would be needed to detect small variations in the crystalline growth pattern.

All of this means that lab created emerald rings and other jewelry are a very interesting proposition for a buyer who wants something unique, but finds price is an issue. Created Emerald rings with stones up to 1 carat can be found for well under $500, including a setting and half-carat stones with settings are often in the $200-$300 price bracket, making these extremely affordable – while looking identical to a high quality mined Emerald in every way.

Emerald Rings – A Guide

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:06:51 +0000

Emerald rings are stylish and have a feeling of sophistication. They are equally at home being worn day to day or for a night out. They come in several different shapes: round, oval, pear, trillion, and square. Emerald rings are very popular for engagements and weddings. They are also the birthstone for the month of May, meaning that it is traditional for people born in this month to wear them.

Emeralds are a form of the mineral beryl, their green colour being due to trace amounts of chromium. They are most often mined in Colombia, and are also found in several other countries including Egypt, Pakistan, Russia, Austria and others.

Emerald is said to be a difficult gemstone to cut due to the high value of the rough stone and also due to the large number of inclusions and fissures found in the stones.

EXTRA VIBRANT! PEAR GREEN COLUMBIAN EMERALD 925 SILVER RING
US $59.99

Natural Jewelry emerald 14k Solid Gold Ring Size 8
US $10.23

Natural Jewelry emerald 14k Solid Gold Ring Size 8
US $18.85

SIZE 7 BRAND NEW RHODIUM PLATED 925 STERLING SILVER HEART EMERALD DELICATE RING
US $14.35

Gorgeous Sterling Silver & Gold Plated Cubic Zirconia & Emerald Ring Sz 5.75 -N3
US $25.36

The majority of emeralds are treated by being soaked in oil (cedar oil or synthetic oils which have the same refractive index as the stone) to improve the clarity by filling in the cracks which are often found in them. The use of oil is a traditional and accepted treatment, but in the U.S.A. the U.S. federal Trade Commission requires that this treatment be disclosed when a treated emerald is sold. Anything that would make the stone lose these oils could affect the appearance of your emerald ring. Excessive exposure to heat or bright light can make the oils in the gemstone dry up. You should try to keep your emerald ring away from high temperatures and bright sunlight. Avoid the use of strong detergents or other cleaning chemicals for cleaning your emerald ring as they can also remove the oils from the stone. The use of ultrasonic cleaners which are frequently used to clean jewellery should be avoided. The naturally-occurring fissures which are found in emeralds also makes them more likely to crack or chip under physical impact.

Emeralds are traditionally given as a gift to mark a couple's 55th wedding anniversary, frequently in the form of an emerald ring. Emerald rings are not just for women either, as many rings for men incorporate these beautiful gemstones.

The ring metals chosen for mounting and showing off these gemstones are most often gold and platinum, the warm colour of gold being a particularly good colour to complement the emerald green.

As with other gemstones, emeralds are graded using the 4 'C's: Colour, Cut, Clarity and Crystal. Unlike diamonds, which are clarity graded at 10x magnification, they are graded using normal unaided vision. Since most of these gemstones are flawed, those which are considered to be flawless can fetch a high price.

An Emerald Ring Made With Titanium?

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 14:05:12 +0000

You may be buying an emerald ring either as a gift for someone special or for yourself. There are several good reasons why a titanium ring could be a better option than a ring made with traditional metals such as gold, platinum and silver.

Titanium is very resistant to corrosion and this means that it does not tarnish easily. When it comes to highly-polished jewellery like silver and gold wedding band rings, it is likely that the ring will lose some of its shine and colour over time. Even when rings are stored correctly in jewellery boxes, the oxygen in the atmosphere reacts with the ring metal and changes the colour. The changes are accelerated if the ring is worn every day as the warm body temperature and the body's sweat increase the speed of the chemical reaction.

Another point in its favour is that titanium is known to be hypoallergenic, meaning that there will be only a small number of people whose skin is sensitive to it. Individuals who have an allergy to silver, gold, or most frequently nickel (which is often found in silver and gold jewellery) do not need to worry about adverse allergic reactions when wearing jewellery made from titanium or titanium alloys.

3 Pcs His Hers Titanium Sterling Silver Emerald Cut CZ Wedding Bridal Ring Set
US $71.19

3 Pcs His Hers Titanium Sterling Silver Emerald Cut CZ Wedding Bridal Ring Set
US $62.29

3 Pcs His Her Titanium Sterling Silver Wedding Bridal Emerald Cut CZ Ring Set
US $69.59

4MM BLACK FLAT TOP TITANIUM TENSION EMERALD RING SZ 7
US $39.99

18G 5/16" - Emerald Anodized Titanium Nose Hoop Ring
US $2.99

3 pcs Emerald Cubic Zirconia Silver Titanium His Hers Wedding Bridal Ring Set
US $69.59

A beneficial physical property of titanium is its great durability. This quality that makes it a good choice for people who like to take part in outdoor activities, including water sports. It is not unusual for people to find that their silver or gold ring has become damaged after taking part in outdoor activities. This situation can easily be avoided if the wearer chooses a titanium ring instead. Also, titanium has a high strength to weight ratio, meaning that it is very strong for its light weight. Even though it is a lot stronger than silver and gold jewellery, and even stronger than steel, it is a lot lighter and is therefore more comfortable to wear.

Modern jewelry is constantly changing, with fashionable brands such as pandora jewelry becoming very popular. These days, the wearing of titanium rings and other titanium jewellery has also become very fashionable. Titanium is quite new to the fashion industry and there are a lot of new uses being developed for it. This metal is very versatile and it can be used in combination with emeralds, diamonds and other gemstones, silver and gold, and can be engraved and finished in a similar way to traditional rings. It can even be anodized to make coloured titanium rings.

Antique Emerald Engagement Rings

admin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 11:54:02 +0000

Antique rings are rings which are more than 50 years old. Rings which are bought in used condition and which are less than 50 years old are called 'Estate' rings. The main periods for antique rings are the Victorian, Edwardian, Art Deco and Art Nouveau periods.

Victorian rings were made in the period from 1837 and 1901, Edwardian from 1901 to 1910. Art Deco rings were made from around the mid 1920s until the 1940s, Art Nouveau rings were made at around the turn of the 20th century.

Emeralds have been a feature of rings in all of these periods, despite other gemstones coming in and out of fashion. In Victorian times, engagement rings would often feature emeralds as part of their designs. One example is the 'Regards' ring, where emerald as well as other stones were use to spell the word 'REGARDS'. The first letter of the name of each stone would be used to form the word, usually the stones were Ruby, Emerald, Garnet, Amethyst, Ruby, Diamond and Sapphire.

Antique Deco 1.00 ct Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
US $2,200.00

2.6 Ct Antique Emerald Cut Anniversary Bridal Engagement Wedding Ring Set SIZE 8
US $39.85

2.30 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage Antique Engagement Ring 14K Gold VS2-I GIA
US $8,599.99

Antique Deco 1.20 ct Emerald Cut Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum
US $2,700.00

1.15 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage Antique Heirloom Engagement Ring 14K VS1 GIA
US $4,399.99

1.10 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage Antique Engagement Ring VVS2-G GIA 14K Gold
US $3,599.99

Another popular type of engagement ring in the Victorian period was the 'Dearest' ring, which used Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Topaz. On a similar theme, the 'Love' ring used Lapis lazuli, Opal, Vermarine and Emerald to spell the word 'LOVE'.

The metals used for Victorian engagement rings were usually gold or rose gold, but sometimes silver or platinum was used. Edwardian engagement rings frequently were made from platinum as this was fashionable in the Edwardian era. In addition to emeralds, Edwardian engagement rings often used diamonds or sapphires in their designs.

The Art Deco period was a combination of several different styles and movements, including Cubism, Modernism and Art Nouveau. Art Deco rings were often made with bold designs using contrasting colours, and in addition to the use of emeralds in Art Deco Rings, other gemstones used were rubies, sapphires and diamonds.

Antique rings can be found on sale in specialist jewellers, at antiques fairs, antiques shops, antiques auctions and are also sold by online retailers. Antique rings are becoming more popular these days, and several celebrities have opted for antique rings for their engagements.

Antique jewellery has the benefit of making people more aware of the history and also the culture of the period of time that the ring belongs to. For example, the Georgian fashion of wearing delicate dresses gave rise to the use of smaller, lighter jewellery. Antique rings are a reflection of the changing fashions over time, and with each antique ring you also buy a piece of a long lost era. When you get married, on the big day even the best wedding gifts couldn't be any better than the emerald engagement ring you will be wearing.