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May Birthstone: Emerald Birthstone Jewellery

May Birthstone: Emerald Birthstone Jewellery

May Birthstone: Emerald Birthstone Jewellery doesn’t have to be boring. Birthstone jewellery has a reputation of being uninspiring and often not even made from real gemstones or precious metals. At Pruden and Smith we do birthstone jewellery with a difference! Our work is lovingly designed and handmade in the heart of the historic arts and crafts town of Ditchling.

We have a wide rage of emerald jewellery. Our unusual Brazilian rough emerald designs are in stock and available to buy in store or have delivered next day. Beautiful bespoke emerald rings can be handmade to order in approximately 4-6 weeks. Take a look at our emerald jewellery collection to find the perfect emerald gift! 

Emerald Rings Under £1000

Emeralds vary greatly in price depending on the cut clarify and colour of the stone. If you are looking for an emerald ring on a budget, these emerald and diamond rings under £1000 could be the perfect choice. The emeralds are mixed with diamonds for some extra sparkle. Our Emerald Diamond Offset Bubbles Ring features five round 2mm emeralds and five 2mm round diamonds set in your choice of 9ct yellow, white, or rose gold. This design also makes a wonderful emerald eternity ring. This Vintage Emerald Diamond Trilogy Engagement Ring features a 4.5mm round emerald and two 3mm diamonds set in 18ct yellow gold with a beaded edged details. This dainty ring is a lovely piece for the vintage jewellery lover.

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May Birthstone: Emerald Showstoppers

Whether it is a 3ct oval emerald, a 1ct pear shaped emerald, or a 3ct emerald cut emerald, we can source stunning emeralds with a real wow factor! To find out more about emeralds and discuss commissioning a bespoke emerald ring, book a free one-hour no-obligation design consultation with our designer Rebecca. BOOK A DESIGN CONSULTATION HERE.

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Emerald Birthstone Jewellery with a difference – Rough Emeralds

For something a bit different, take a look at our rough emerald jewellery. Our rough Brazilian emeralds have been carefully cut to preserve the rough texture on the surface of the emerald for a natural organic “found” look. The roughness of the cut of emerald gives an undulating outline to the gold plated silver setting edge which has been textured to match.

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An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings

An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings

Emerald engagement rings are in the news today as Boris Johnson announces his engagement. In a visit to the races the engagement ring was revealed for the first time and it is An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings are not as popular as the sapphire engagement rings that have been favored by the Royal family but are a stunning alternative along with ruby. These traditional statement engagement rings are all set as cluster rings where a large centre gemstone is surrounded by a frame of smaller diamonds.

 

A Traditional emerald and diamond cluster ring
A Traditional emerald and diamond cluster ring

Whist creating beautiful classically traditional rings we also love to design and make contemporary rings. We love this unusual emerald engagement ring and diamond wedding band made for a client last year. It features a one carat round emerald set in 18ct yellow gold with a rounded end platinum shank. The 5 mm wide wedding band was channel set with 1ct round brilliant cut diamonds giving a very modern and individual look.

An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings
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                                                                                                                                    A platinum contemporary 1ct emerald engagement ring and 2ct diamond set wedding band

These rings have featured round and oval emeralds however we often think of an emerald as being an “emerald cut” gemstone. The emerald cut was developed especially for emeralds as when they are cut square their structure means the corners are prove to chipping off easily so the octagonal emerald cut made practical sense to gem cutters. We usually set the emerald in yellow gold as it strengthens the richness of the green of the emerald as you can see in this ring and the one below. Using white metals for the setting brings out the blue of the green more, making it cooler on colour tone. Its very individual which colour is preferred. You can compare the colour effects in the two rings just handmade as bespoke commissions in our workshop below:

 

An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings

Fresh out of the workshop an emerald cut diamond and emerald cut emerald ring in 18ct yellow gold

An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings Emerald art deco ring

And another beauty, this time in platinum, an Art Deco inspired Engagement ring

2ct emerald cluster ring
A stunning fishtail set 2.5ct emerald ring

 

We use emeralds in a variety of other ring styles. From eternity rings to fun rings, all of which can be commissioned as a bespoke engagement ring from our Sussex workshop in Ditchling. What would you ask us to create?

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An Unusual Choice: Emerald Engagement Rings, Dress Rings and Eternity Rings

 

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May Birthstone Emerald Jewellery

may birthstone emerald jewellery

The May Birthstone is Emerald the most famous of the green gemstones. It is also one of rarest and most valuable and is classified as one of the ‘precious four’ gemstones: emerald, ruby, diamond and sapphire. The finest emerald is thought to come from Columbia. Emerald has a special cut known as “Emerald Cut” or octagon which perfectly suits it’s crystal structure. this is a square or rectangle with the corners removed. All other shapes are available in both faceted cuts and cabochons.

Get creative! Pruden and Smith will design you a unique piece of emerald jewellery for your May Birthday or 55th anniversary gift. Pruden and smith can source you a unique single stone or generate designs incorporating a selection of smaller emeralds mixed with diamonds.

May Birthstone Jewellery

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Emerald eternity Ring                                 Emerald Cocktail Ring                             Emerald dress Ring                Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Eternity Rings

Emerald has been the May birthstone since 1912 with rich grass-green colouring that’s often kissed with a touch of blue. Quality gems are also found in India, South Africa, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Russia, and Zimbabwe. Prized since ancient times, they can be more expensive than a high-quality diamond of the same carat weight. You can also commission earrings, bangles, necklaces and pendants. Alternative green gemstones are jade, green garnet, peridot, green amethyst and green tourmaline. Jewellery made with these gemstones is available online or off the shelf in the Ditchling gallery. Emerald jewellery is always made to commission having chosen a stone to suit your budget and design.

silver disc necklace with beaded chain

Green garnet beaded necklace in silver £150

If you have an existing piece of emerald jewellery, perhaps inherited and not mounted to your taste, make a redesign appointment with our inhouse designer to have it transformed into a unique contemporary expression of your current style. whilst preserving it’s sentimental value.

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Green Jewellery – Green Gemstones

Emerald ring for a may birthday

The colour green is know to have a calming effect and is said to be associated with health, harmony, well-being, safety and fertility. Green jewellery is perfect for this time of year because it fits in just as well with both your summer and autumn wardrobes. There are lots of green gemstones to choose from, including: emerald, green tourmaline, peridot, tsavorite, green sapphire, jade and malachite. We have picked three of our favourites below: emerald jewellery, peridot jewellery and green tourmaline jewellery.

Emerald Jewellery

Emerald is the traditional birthstone for May and in some cultures is believed to symbolise good luck and true love. Emeralds are prized for their unique colour and even have a specific cut named after them, the ‘Emerald Cut’, which helps enhance the richness of coloured gemstones such as emerald. Emerald jewellery is a great option for those wishing to add colour to a really special design and they work really well with diamonds.

Platinum emerald and diamond wave ring    Platinum emerald eterniry ring

Peridot Jewellery

Peridot, the birthstone for August, is a very old gemstone and can be found in Egyptian jewellery from the early 2nd millennium B.C. The vibrant green is evocative of new buds in the springtime and so peridot jewellery is the perfect stone to liven up an outfit in the darker months when we are craving colour. Partner peridot with gold for a rich warm look or with silver for a fresher look.

Peridot planished round medium earstuds  Marquise peridot silver and 18ct yellow gold inwards spiky ring

Green Tourmaline Jewellery

Tourmaline comes in a wide range of vibrant colours, from yellow to honey, baby pink to red “rubalite”, sea blue to green.  For this reason, green tourmaline is available in a multitude of different shades of green, from translucent fern green to dark forest green. This diversity is what give the stone its unique character and also means that green tourmaline jewellery is a great choice if you are trying to match a specific item of clothing.

Silver and gold green tourmaline shoulder ring  Silver ring with green tourmaline set in 18ct yellow gold  Green tourmaline 18ct gold roman ear studs

How to wear green jewellery

Green jewellery can be partnered with harmonising colours such as yellow or blue for a subtler look, or with contrasting colours such as pink or purple if you want to create more of an impact. Emeralds look stunning with diamonds, sapphires and rubies for a truly precious look. Green tourmaline naturally works well with the other shades of tourmaline including pink and yellow. The vibrancy of peridot means it works really well with lots of other stones but particularly with contrasting stones such as amethyst.

Emerald ruby sapphire diamond ring in 18ct yellow gold  Moi et toi ring with amethyst and peridot