What colour emerald is the most desirable?

The most popular and desirable colour for an emerald is a distinct, vividly saturated mid-green tone. Emeralds come in a wide variety of hues with varying degrees of tone and saturation, so it is important for you to choose a colour that appeals to your taste.

Can you wear an emerald engagement ring every day?

The suitability of an emerald engagement ring for everyday wear really comes down to the condition of each individual emerald. Although emerald rates 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale of hardness, it is a relatively brittle gemstone. It is uncommon to find an Emerald that doesn’t contain a number of inclusions. It is these inclusions that can make an emerald ring weaker and more fragile, which could result in chips and cracks if the gemstone is subjected to hard knocks. Our jewellers can help you find the best emerald for your design and advise you on any risks during everyday wear.

What is the best cut for an emerald engagement ring?

As the name suggests, one of the most popular shapes for an emerald gemstone, is the emerald cut. The elongated shape and step-cut facets lends itself well to the long hexagonal shape of the natural rough and leaves minimal wasted material. The emerald cut is wonderful for displaying the depth of colour that an emerald gemstone is desired for.

What kind of gemstone is an emerald?

An emerald is the name given to a particular colour of green beryl. Some lighter and less saturated shades of this green are simply referred to as green beryl. Beryl gemstones which contain more blueish/aqua hues are referred to as aquamarines.