Five Great Reasons to Buy Emerald Jewelry All Entries
Emeralds and the jewelry made with this gemstone have fascinated people since the time of the ancient Egyptians. The Romans so loved the stone that they dedicated it to the goddess Venus. People continue to be enamored with this stone up through the modern 21st century. Here are five reasons why:
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An emerald is beautiful – An emerald is a medium to dark green gemstone that is highly valued for its color and transparency. Unlike diamonds which are graded with a 10x loupe, an Emerald is relatively brittle and graded by eye. If there are no visible occlusions, it is considered flawless.
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Elegance is its middle name – While diamonds may be a girl's best friend, some people prefer gems that are elegant, yet more understated. For those people, emerald jewelry is an excellent choice. The green hue matches with any style of clothing ranging from brilliant white gowns to dark business suits.
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You were born in May – If you were lucky enough to have been born in the fifth month of the year, then emerald is your birthstone. Long associated with fertility and rebirth – it was rumored to be Cleopatra's favorite adornment – emeralds are more recently associated with wisdom and patience.
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It is a great investment – Along with rubies and sapphires, emeralds are often prized more highly than diamonds – especially the rarer varieties. While the stones themselves will always hold their value over time, those in older settings can appraise a higher value to jewelry connoisseurs.
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It is versatile – The muted tone of emerald allows it to be set in a variety of metals. It can complement a silver setting or be contrasted with a bronze one. In either case, the green hue will capture the eye of the viewer and create a focal point wherever worn – on the wrist, on the ears or around the neck.
Emerald is a visually stunning and emotionally evocative stone and ideally suits almost anyone's taste. For more detailed information about emeralds and the jewelry made with it, Ralph Mueller & Associates at ralphmueller.com or reach us directly at 480.949.9299.