18ct Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Pendant
Heirloom Pendant
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Emerald
An Emerald is a prestigious beryl masterpiece that has served as the ultimate global symbol of luxury and deep natural beauty for millennia. At Tivon Fine Jewellery, we inspect only the top 5% of loose crystals to ensure every selection boasts an exceptional intensity of colour alongside maximum internal life and fire. Derived from the historic French name meaning simply green gemstone, this delicate and highly sought-after mineral carries a beautiful jungle of fine natural inclusions that serve as an absolute hallmark of its organic pedigree. Read below to explore the unique Colombian geography, legendary record-breaking auction pieces and essential care guidelines behind this magnificent beryl variety or view our masterfully curated Emerald jewellery collection to discover a breathtaking statement piece engineered to stand as a personal family legacy.
Life, nature & good luck
About Emerald
What colour is Emerald?
Emerald is green, the colour of life, nature and opulence.
Where is the name Emerald derived from?
The name Emerald is derived from French "Esmeralda” meaning simply "green gemstone".
What is the symbolism of Emerald?
Emerald is said to bring good luck, spiritual and physical well-being.
What gemstone family does Emerald belong to?
Emeald belongs to the Beryl family of gemstones.
What anniversary does Emerald represent?
Emerald represents the 55th wedding anniversary.
Is Emerald a birthstone?
Yes, Emerald is the birthstone of May.
What is the hardness of Emerald?
Emerald is 6.0 on Moh’s Scale and therefore considered asoft and brittle structure.
Where is Emerald geographically located?
The finest Emeralds come from Colombia, Zambia, Brazil and Zimbabwe (Sandawana).
Are there any interesting facts regarding Emerald?
The Mogul Emerald (circa 1695) weighs 217.80 carats, approximately 10cm high and was auctioned off at Christie’s of London for US$2.2 million.
Does Emerald have any inclusions?
Fine inclusions do not diminish the value. An Emerald of deep, vivid green with inclusions will be valued higher than an inclusion-free stone of paler colour and is considered an identifying characteristic of a naturally grown Emerald.
What is the cleaning procedure for Emerald?
Emeralds must not be cleaned ultrasonically. Do not clean Emeralds in a steam cleaner and do not scrub.
What are the value factors of Emerald?
The value factors of Emerald are its rarity, intensity of colour, brilliance and the "life" of the stone as well as the size.
Emerald Jewellery
View an exclusive selection of our masterfully handcrafted Emerald design pieces below or explore our luxury Emerald Jewellery to discover our full range of rare masterpieces.
