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Gemstone: Emerald
0.83ct Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.83 cts
Measurements: 7.25 x 5.49 x 3.70 mm
Shape: Oval
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Zambian Emerald Carved Cabochon Antique Pendant Style Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Weight: 49.36 Carats
Size: 26x20x13 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Carved Cabochon
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 1.45ct Emerald Cut NON-OILED EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Discover the unparalleled allure of our 1.45ct Natural Emerald Cut Non-Oiled Emerald Gemstone from Nigeria—a timeless masterpiece crafted by nature's finest hand. Meticulously cut in...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 2.70ct NON-OILED NATURAL BLUE GREEN EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing our exquisite 2.70ct Non-Oil Natural Blue Green Emerald Loose Gemstone, a treasure for both jewelry designers and gemstone collectors.
This captivating gem, measuring 9...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
45 Heart-Shaped Emerald Ruby and Sapphire Cabochon Cts 40.54
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Captivate hearts with a symphony of color from these cabs.
This stunning collection of forty-five heart-shaped cabochons, each expertly made from sapphire, emerald, and ruby, is a...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
3.10ct Rectangular Cut NON-OILED EMERALD Gemstone NO RESERVE
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing our exquisite 3.10ct Rectangular Cut Non-Oil Emerald Gemstone a radiant embodiment of nature's finest beauty and elegance. This stunning gemstone features a classic recta...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Colombian Emerald 2.65ct
Located in Genève, CH
A Colombian Emerald certified by GRS (minor) of 2.65 ct. Our jewellers in Geneva can make this stone into a beautiful creation.
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Certified Vivid Green Emerald - No treatment 1.12ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Emeralds are naturally porous and inclusive stones, with surface reaching fractures and in order to improve its clarity, it is a common and widely accepted practice in the industry t...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Set of Vivid Emeralds ca.10x7 4.22ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful set of two Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 9.53x6.87x4.29 // 9.70x6.90x4.41mm
Weight: 4.22ct
Color: Intense ...
Category
2010s Brazilian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Spectacular Natural Afghan Emerald Gemstone 1.65 Carats Afghanistan Emerald
Located in Bangkok, TH
Spectacular Natural Afghan Emerald Gemstone of 1.65 carats from Punjsher,Afghanistan has a wonderful cut in a Octagon shape, incredible Light Green...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Certified Intense / Vivid Green Emerald 2.09ct 8x7
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Lovely Emerald well proportionate and the color is evenly distributed.
Emeralds are naturally porous and inclusive stones, with surface reaching fractures and in order to improve it...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Certified Intense Green Emerald 1.24ct ca. 7x7
Located in Antwerpen, BE
This Emerald has a very intense Green tone, with strong hues and distributed color. Inclusions are light in tone and stone is beautiful.
Emeralds are naturally porous and inclusive...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modern Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Beauteous 4.10 Carats Natural Green Loose Emerald Zambia Mine Ring Jewellery
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 4.10 Carats
Dimension: 9.3x9.1x6.5 Mm
Origin: Zambia
Color: Green
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Treatment: Non
.
Zambia, often referred to as the "Jewel of ...
Category
Late 20th Century Zambian Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Emerald
3.70ct Non-Oil Natural Emerald Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Elevate your collection with this exquisite 3.70ct Non-Oil Natural Emerald Gemstone, a testament to nature's unparalleled beauty.
With its captivating hue and clarity, this emerald ...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.18ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified Zambia (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 5231154860
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.06ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Emerald GIA Certified (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Emerald
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 2231154863
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
Cutting St...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Natural Blue Sapphire Pear and Pink Sapphire Pear & Emerald Pear Loose Gemstones
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover an exquisite collection of loose gemstones that encapsulate elegance and sophistication.
The Blue Sapphire Pear, boasting a majestic 1.84 carat gem from Madagascar, shines in its natural beauty with measurements of 9.91x5.76x4.49mm.
Next in this stunning assortment is the Pink Sapphire Pear, a remarkable 1.74-carat gemstone from the landscape of Sri Lanka with harmonious dimensions of 9.67x5.89x4.15mm.
Completing this elegant trio is the Emerald Pear, a captivating 1.42-carat gem measuring 9.94x5.59x4.67mm sourced from Zambia, Africa.
Together, these exquisite gemstones create a total weight of 5.00 carats.
These three stones work...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire
Emerald 7x5mm 1.01ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 7.01 x 5.00 x 3.90mm
Weight: 1.01ct
Color: Intense Green
Treatment: Oil
Eme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
.80ct Non-Oil Natural Blue Green Emerald Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Unveil the enchanting .80ct Non-Oil Natural Blueish Green Emerald Cut Emerald Gemstone—a petite masterpiece that redefines elegance. This gem, with its uncanny clarity, invites you t...
Category
2010s African Artist Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Rare Vivid Bluish Green Natural Panjshir Emerald Gemstone, 16.80 Ct Hexagon Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
GEMSTONE TYPE: Emerald
PIECE(S): 1
WEIGHT: 16.80 Carats
SHAPE: Hexagon Step Cut
SIZE (MM): 16.20 x 16.02 x 10.03
COLOR: Vivid Bluish Green
CLARITY: SI Semi Transparent
TREATMENT: O...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 11.2ct Natural NON-OILED EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Our exquisite 11.2 carat Natural Non-Oil Emerald Cut Emerald Gemstone – a true embodiment of timeless beauty and sophistication. This stunning gemstone is carefully crafted to showca...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
6.5ct Octagon Cut NON-OILED Natural EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Embark on a journey of opulence with our 6.5ct Octagon Cut Non-Oil Natural Green Emerald Gemstone, a testament to the harmonious fusion of amazing clarity and artistic, masterful inc...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.35ct NON-OILED Natural EMERALD Gemstone NO RESERVE
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Take a look at this 6.5ct Non-Oil Natural Green Emerald Gemstone, a captivating faceted stone that marries amazing clarity with distinctive inclusions. This emerald is a celebration ...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald ca. 6x5mm 0.71ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 5.67 x 4.73 x 3.94mm
Weight: 0.71ct
Color: Vivid Green
Treatment: Oil
Emera...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald ca. 7x5mm 0.98ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 7.18 x 5.38 x 3.25mm
Weight: 0.98ct
Color: Intense Green
Treatment: Oil
Eme...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.43ct Octagonal/Emerald Cut Green Two (2) Emeralds GIA Certified Colombia (F2)
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This is a stunning GIA Certified Two (2) Emeralds
The GIA report reads as follows:
GIA Report Number: 6234154849
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style: Step Cut
Cutting Style: Crown:
C...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.12 Carat Natural Emerald-cut Panjshir Emeralds
Located in Bangkok, TH
These stunning Emerald gemstones weigh a total of 2.12 Carat and are Panjshir Emeralds. They're vivid green in color and are cut into an emerald-cut shape. The individual weights of ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald 8x5mm 1.09ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 7.92 x 5.01 x 3.70mm
Weight: 1.09ct
Color: Green
Treatment: Oil
Emeralds a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 4.80ct NON-OILED Natural EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Discover the epitome of design luxury with our 4.80ct Non-Oil Natural Green Emerald Gemstone. Renowned for its remarkable clarity and flawless composition for an emerald, this gem is...
Category
2010s African Artist Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 3.05ct NON-OILED Natural Blue Green EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing our exquisite 3.05ct Non-Oil Natural Blueish Green Emerald Gemstone – a true masterpiece of nature's beauty. This stunning gem boasts a perfect vivid color saturation and...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 7.90ct NON-OILED Natural EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Behold this 7.90ct Non-Oil Natural Green Emerald Gemstone, a true work of nature's artistry. This gem boasts not only amazing clarity but also features artistic and masterful inclusi...
Category
2010s African Artist Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald 7.5x4.5mm 1.05ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 7.64 x 4.50 x 3.90mm
Weight: 1.05ct
Color: Green
Treatment: Oil
Emeralds ar...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald 7x8 1.89ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 7.31 x 8.36 x 4.58mm
Weight: 1.89ct
Color: Vivid Green
Treatment: Opticom
E...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald ca. 9x6mm 1.44ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 8.93 x 5.87 x 3.45mm
Weight: 1.44ct
Color: Intense Green
Treatment: Opticom
...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald ca. 9x8mm 2.79ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 8.08 x 8.72 x 5.73 mm
Weight: 2.79ct
Color: Intense / Deep Green
Treatment: ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald ca. 8.5mm 2.41ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A beautiful Emerald with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 8.41 x 8.55 x 5.40mm
Weight: 2.41ct
Color: Vivid/Deep Green
Treatment: Optic...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
10.90ct Natural No-oil Green Emerald Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Unveil the allure of nature's beauty with our stunning 10.90ct Natural No-Oil Green Emerald Gemstone. Meticulously sourced and crafted, this emerald captures the essence of authentic...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
NO RESERVE 10.35ct Radiant Cut Natural NON-OILED EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Our exquisite 10.35ct Natural Non-Oil Green Radiant Cut Emerald Gemstone, a dazzling piece that seamlessly marries classic charm with vibrant allure.
Gemstone Type: Natural Non-Oil...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Emerald set ca. 9x7mm 4.26ct
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A set of 2 Emeralds with excellent color, crystal, and saturation.
Details and description:
Dimensions: 9.04 x 6.97 x 4.45 // 9.03 x 7.12 x 4.97mm
Weight: 4.26ct
Color: Vivid/Deep G...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.10 Carat Natural Panjshir Emerald
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning 1.10 Carat Emerald stone that is a gorgeous shade of vivid green and is a panjshir Emerald. It is completely natural and of good quality. The emerald piece is cut into per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.86 Carat Sugarloaf Zambian Emerald
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning 2.86 Carat Emerald stone that is a gorgeous shade of vivid green and originates from Zambia. It is completely natural and of good quality. The emerald piece is cut into pe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.40 Carat Natural Panjshir Emerald
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning 1.40 Carat Emerald stone that is a gorgeous shade of vivid green and is a Panjshir Emerald. It is completely natural and of good quality. The emerald piece is cut into per...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.85 ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Weight: 0.85 cts
Measurements: 6.04x5.65x3.72 mm
Cut: Cut Corner Rectangular Step Cut
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavillion: Step Cut
Transparency: T...
Category
2010s Colombian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Rare natural red emerald red beryl 0.16ct with certificate treasure
Located in bangkok, TH
Name: red beryl emerald
weight: 0.16ct
size: 3.74*2.98mm
origin: American
color: red
clarity: high
certificate: guild
Cut: emrald cut
others:
Red em...
Category
2010s Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Beryl, Emerald
1.16ct Emerald Cut Emerald
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 1.16 cts
Measurements: 7.85x5.58x3.73mm
Shape: Octagonal
Cutting Style Crown: Step Cut
Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut
...
Category
2010s Zambian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.8ct Pair Pear Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 2
Weight: 1.8 cts (0.90ct and 0.90ct)
Measurements: 8.86 x 5.56 x 3.61 mm and 9.37 x 5.29 x 3.32 mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style Crown...
Category
2010s Colombian Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.82 Ct Pear Emerald Colombian
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 1
Weight: 0.82 cts
Measurements: 7.96x5.56x3.84 mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style Crown: Modified Brilliant Cutting Style Pav...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
2.28ct Pair Oval Green Emerald from Colombia
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Description:
Gem Type: Emerald
Number of Stones: 2
Weight: 2.28 cts
Measurements: 8.07 x 6.02 x 3.35 mm and 8.21 x 6.08 x 3.86 mm
Shape: Pear
Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut
Cut...
Category
2010s Colombian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Sparkling 2.80 Carats Natural Loose Emerald Ring Gem Octagon Shape Zambia Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 2.80 Carats
Dimension: 8.3x8.2x5.6 Mm
Origin: Zambia
Shape: Octagon
Color: Green
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demands
The Zambian emerald mines ar...
Category
20th Century Zambian Aesthetic Movement Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.32 Carat Loose Natural Emerald Gemstone GIA Emerald Cut Solitaire
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gem: Natural Emerald
Carat: 1.32ct
Measurements: 7.68 x 5.64 x 4.89 mm
Cut: Step Cut Octagonal (Emerald Cut)
Color: Green
GIA: 6234017370
Category
21st Century and Contemporary South American Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
10.74 Carat Loose Radiant Cut Light Green Emerald Gemstone
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This extraordinary loose emerald, boasting a substantial weight of 10.74 carats, commands attention with its radiant cut, showcasing a symmetrical arrangement of facets that maximize...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald, Green Beryl
6.47Ct NON-OILED Untreated Natural EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Introducing the beauty of our Natural Untreated 6.47ct Natural Emerald Loose Gemstone. This exquisite emerald is a true gem of nature, with lush green hues and a radiant cut that p...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Gigantic 14.70 Carats Natural Earth Mine Loose Green Emerald Gem Zambia Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 14.70 Carats
Dimension: 16.2x14.4x8.3 Mm
Origin: Zambia
Shape: Emerald
Color; Green
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Customer Demand
Zambia is renowned for pro...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Arts and Crafts Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
0.30 Carat Emerald shaped diamond VS1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
**100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND**
✪ Diamond Details ✪
➛ Shape: Emerald
➛ Colour Grade: N
➛ Carat: 0.30
➛ Clarity: VS1
➛ GIA Certified
^FEATURES OF THE DIAMOND^
This 0.30 car...
Category
2010s Asian Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
1.98 Carats Zambian Emerald pair faceted stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
1.98 carats Zambian Emerald Oval pair Cut stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Weight: 1.98 Carats
Size: 7x5 MM
Pieces: 2
Shape: Oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
1.00 carats Zambian Emerald Oval faceted stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
1.00 carats Zambian Emerald Oval Cut stone for fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Weight: 1.00 Carats
Size: 7x5 MM
Pieces: 1
Shape: Oval
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
3.60 Carats Natural Loose Light Green Emerald Beryl Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald
Weight: 3.60 Carat
Dimension: 11.3x7.8x5.7 Mm
Origin: Cushion
Color: Light Green
Treatment: Non
Certificate: On Client Demand
Origin: Chitral Pakistan
The term "ligh...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Romantic Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Green Beryl, Emerald, Beryl
NO RESERVE 3.28ct Radiant Cut NO-OIL Untreated EMERALD Gemstone
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Elegance meets nature's perfection with our 3.28ct Radiant Cut No-Oil Natural 100% Untreated Emerald Loose Gemstone. This exquisite gem captures the essence of authenticity, showcasi...
Category
2010s African Artisan Emerald Loose Gemstones
Materials
Emerald
Creating Custom Jewelry? Find Loose Natural Emeralds and Other Loose Gemstones for Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary selection of emeralds and other loose gemstones to help you create your own custom jewelry.
Unless you're a connoisseur looking to acquire a unique investment, you're probably looking for loose gemstones because you’re hoping to create a very special piece of custom jewelry, such as an engagement ring or a milestone-birthday present, and want to personally select the most beautiful, unusual, or ultra-rare stone you can find and afford. Doing so adds to the romance and substance of the gift and can be a part of the story told as the jewel is passed from generation to generation.
A piece of custom emerald jewelry, created by you, would certainly make a great gift.
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 it 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 jewelry house.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). 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.”
Find a collection of emeralds and other loose gemstones today on 1stDibs.
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