Windsor, California
Windsor, California
Emerald, the birthstone for May, has been beloved for millennia, evoking rebirth and renewal. Widely regarded as the definition of green, emerald is the perfect color for spring. From the poetic description of Ireland as “the Emerald Isle” to the vibrant green of the famed gemstone itself—the May birthstone emerald has captured hearts and minds through the ages. Legend has it that emerald has the power to make its wearer more intelligent and quick-witted, and it was once believed to cure diseases like cholera and malaria. Today, it's also the gemstone given for the 20th and 35th wedding anniversaries.
The word “emerald” comes from smaragdos, ancient Greek for a green gem. Roman author Pliny the Elder, who died in the 79 CE eruption of Mt. Vesuvius, wrote in his encyclopedic Natural History that “nothing greens greener.” He also stated that the May birthstone had therapeutic properties that helped gem cutters: “(they) have no better method of restoring their eyes than by looking at the emerald, its soft, green color comforting and removing their weariness and lassitude.” Science now proves this belief: The color green relieves stress and eye strain.
The green birthstone was also thought to have magical powers. By placing it under the tongue, one could see into the future. Some believed it made one an eloquent speaker and exposed lovers who made false promises.
This vintage natural emerald bead bracelet features 75 graduated emerald beads, ranging in size from 9 mm to 4.0 mm. The bracelet also includes thr...
View full detailsElevate your style with this stunning oval emerald and diamond ring. The 14 karat yellow gold band holds a beautiful .50 carat oval emerald as its ...
View full detailsContemporary styled emerald and diamond 14k gold ring. 36 round and tapered baguette accent diamonds, near colorless, SI clarity, totaling an esti...
View full detailsEmerald and diamond cluster halo, tapered concave shank, 14ky gold estate ring. Emerald cut, natural emerald center stone, AA quality, weighing an...
View full detailsIndulge in the luxurious elegance of the Emerald and Diamond Bypass 14k Gold Ring. Crafted with 14 karat yellow gold, this ring features a stunning...
View full details14 karat yellow gold emerald cluster ring. 21 round natural emeralds, B quality, weighing an estimated 1.0 carats total. Finger size 6
14 karat yellow gold diamond and emerald spiral cluster ring. 17 round brilliant, colorless, VS clarity, natural diamonds totaling an estimated 1....
View full detailsGraduated oval emerald and diamond 14 karat yellow gold ring. Three natural oval emeralds, B quality, weighing an estimated 1.63 carats. Four roun...
View full detailsEstate 14 karat yellow gold emerald and diamond line 7" bracelet, 3.3 mm width. 34 round, B grade emeralds, natural emeralds, totaling an estimate...
View full detailsThis stunning 14K white gold pendant features a 2.16 carat natural emerald, secured in four split prongs and framed by a distinctive embossed rope...
View full detailsThis 14k yellow gold estate ring features four rectangular emeralds each estimated at 0.25 carats, for a total of 1 carat and eight roundI1-near co...
View full detailsThese heirloom quality, natural emerald 18 karat yellow gold drop earrings feature two GIA graded pear-shaped emeralds with a total estimated emera...
View full detailsThis beautiful 18k yellow gold pendant features a natural Zambian emerald of approximately 3.72 carats. The emerald is set in a four prong basket w...
View full detailsThis beautiful art deco Egyptian revival style necklace features a scarab set with emeralds, sapphires and diamonds in 18 karat white gold. The int...
View full detailsThis ring features a unique and stunning design with natural round diamonds and emeralds arranged in an alternating pattern, adding a touch of colo...
View full detailsTwo AAA quality 3.3 mm natural round emeralds, totaling .20 carats are set in 14 karat white gold martini stud earrings and secured with a premium ...
View full detailsThis 7.25" 14 karat yellow gold estate bracelet features 16 flower shaped cluster links in an alternating pattern of 4 round emeralds, blue sapphir...
View full detailsThis Art Deco styled 18 karat yellow gold estate ring features 3 vertical rows of channel set stones down the center of the ring: 7 square cut emer...
View full detailsA classic 14 karat yellow gold estate emerald (beryl) ring. The natural emerald measures 8.30 mm in length X 5.78 mm in width for an estimated weig...
View full detailsA lovely piece, this 18 karat white gold pendant contains an oval natural green emerald that measures approx. 6.65 mm in length X 4.65 mm in width ...
View full detailsA pair of stylish 14 karat yellow gold estate emerald with diamond cluster half hoop earrings. Each earring features 5 marquise shaped natural eme...
View full detailsThis 14 karat yellow gold 22" stone necklace contains a combination of sapphires, emeralds and rubies that are bezel set in a station necklace. The...
View full detailsA magnificent vintage Edwardian platinum filigree pendant from our Vintage Collection, this natural opal pendant has natural emerald and diamond ac...
View full detailsA pair of 14 karat white gold hinged diamond hoop earrings with vivid emerald and diamond halo drops. The natural oval emeralds measure an average...
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