Emerald rings make beautiful wedding rings and gifts. Emerald is one of the most popular and precious gems available. Its green color is especially good when combined with sterling silver jewelry. An emerald and silver or white gold ring can produce a unique combination of a wedding ring. The emerald is the birthstone for the month of May. It makes a perfect birthday gift for those born in that month.
The emerald is a type of beryl, a mineral that also includes other color varieties such as blue-green aquamarine. In its pure form, beryl is really white and the emerald green comes from impurities, including chromium. The deep green emerald is popular among precious stones. A deep green stone is the most precious and valuable emerald type available. Emeralds that are paler than usual are known as green beryl.
Emeralds can also be useful because of their rigidity and strength. High-quality emeralds can be very difficult to detect and they are rare. This contributes to its cost. Most emeralds have flaws. Completely perfect stones are extremely rare and expensive. You’re considered lucky if you can find an emerald ring with a perfect stone. You can expect the price to be very high. Sometimes, the stones can be lubricated with oil or with modern technology. This is done to hide defects, including irradiation. Today, most emeralds available on the market are treated with oil. Art deco emerald rings are also a good choice.
Since these gems are so rare, many fake emeralds are made. Synthetic stones are usually sold as genuine and precious stones. Pale beryl emeralds can be treated to become dark green emeralds. When you buy an emerald jewel, it is imperative that only buy from a reputable dealer who can prove that the stone is real and authentic.
Emerald cut diamond rings should be stored away from heat, and they should not be exposed to extreme changes in temperature. They must be packed in a soft tissue, separate from other jewelry to avoid scratches and cracks. In case the stone has been treated with oil, do not wash it with soap and water as this will get rid of the oil.