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The 16 Best Emerald Jewels for May
In this Amanda’s Style File, Amanda Gizzi showcases emerald jewelry for spring celebrations.
Marei New York “Dorian” floating pear-shaped emerald ring with white diamonds set in 18-karat blackened gold (price upon request)
With May’s arrival come feelings of renewal and enthusiasm. After a long winter and a few years of uncertainty, there is a buzz of excitement taking place around the country as flowers bloom and people come together once again.
Celebrations are happening, and with those celebrations come jewelry. People are looking to get dressed up and wear the things that make them feel good.
Emeralds and the color green happen to be hotter than ever. And though trends come and go, there’s an enduring, intrinsic love for the stone that’s considered one of the “big three,” making emerald jewelry a solid investment.
Feast your eyes on these Amanda’s Style File emerald jewels perfect for May babies.
Halleh mini eternity emerald coil necklace with black enamel set in 18-karat yellow gold ($2,950)
Alison Nagasue 18-karat green gold pansy flower ring with emerald ($1,365)
Rachel Boston 9-carat yellow gold oval emerald hexagon necklace ($866)
Adel Chefridi floral carved emerald necklace with diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold ($8,000)
Almasika “Berceau” 18-karat yellow gold and emerald open cuff ($5,950)
Dana Bronfman Muzo emerald and 18-karat Fairmined hammered yellow gold eternity band ($4,550)
Darius double emerald signature chain bracelet in 18-karat yellow gold ($10,550)
Ondyn x Muzo one-of-a-kind bezel-set diamond ear crawler featuring Muzo cabochon emeralds with an articulated diamond drop in 14-karat yellow gold ($16,500)
Katherine Jetter x Muzo emerald two-tier studs with enamel set in 18-karat yellow gold ($4,800)
Margery Hirschey emerald “Broom” earrings with diamonds set in 22-karat and 18-karat gold ($16,650)
AG Gems platinum and 18-karat yellow gold necklace with Zambian emeralds and diamonds ($30,000)
Picchiotti emerald and kite-shaped diamond pin set in 18-karat white gold ($59,600)
Thelma West 18-karat yellow gold and platinum “Tai & Ken” earrings with Zambian emeralds and diamonds (price upon request)
Marei New York “Dorian” floating pear-shaped emerald ring with white diamonds set in 18-karat blackened gold (price upon request)
Jemma Wynne 18-karat yellow gold “Duo Signet” with an emerald heart and Asscher-cut diamond (price upon request)
Julie Lamb “La Principessa” emerald and diamond three-stone ring (price upon request)
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