Hi there, an admirer of jewelry! We are very happy you visited. You’re at the perfect place if you’re considering purchasing an emerald necklace set. Since emeralds lend an opulent splash of color to every ensemble, we’ve accumulated a wealth of knowledge on the care and selection of emerald necklaces over the years.
We’ve covered all you need to know in this comprehensive guide, including how to choose the ideal emerald necklace and take simple care steps to preserve its brilliance forever.
HOW TO CHOOSE AN EMERALD NECKLACE
LOOK FOR VIBRANT GREEN HUES – Emerald hues cover a wide range of green tones, from light yellow greens to rich forest greens. However, jewelers usually concur that the most sought-after emeralds have a bright, vibrant green color. Emerald-specific color grading was created by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). This is the breakdown:
GRADE 1: Intensely saturated, vivid green.
GRADE 2: Bluish-green color with strong saturation.
GRADE 3: Green that is somewhat saturated and has a blue undertone.
GRADE 4: A dull green with hints of grey.
GRADE 5: Saturated yet dull bluish-green color.
GRADE 6: Almost colorless, extremely faint green.
For maximum attractiveness, look for emeralds in GIA color grades 1-3. But remember that with the right cutting and setting, even stones rated 4-5 may create exquisite jewelry.
INSPECT FOR CLARITY – Most emeralds include inclusions (referred to as “Jardin”) that developed during growth, unlike diamonds considered flawless. The GIA clarity scale recognises this for emeralds:
GRADE 1: Devoid of inclusions detectable at ten times magnification
GRADE 2: Small inclusions that are hard to notice even at a 10x magnification
GRADE 3: Prominent inclusions detectable at ten times magnification
GRADE 4: Notable inclusions detectable at 10 times magnification
GRADE 5: Notable inclusions that may be seen without magnification
GRADE 6-Heavy inclusions affecting the durability of emerald
Purchasing emeralds in the V1–V3 range is what we advise. Steer clear of stones with excessive cloud cover or a lot of apparent black patches. Some obvious exclusions are allowed and anticipated, though.
OPT FOR FINELY CRAFTED CUTS – Emeralds with a finer cutting display greater fire and brilliance than those with coarser cutting. Emeralds are difficult to cut due to their crystal structure. With its wide, open table, the rectangular “emerald cut” is the most popular. Pear, round, and oval-shaped cuts are among the other shapes that are becoming in popularity. Purchasing excessively windowed emerald pieces is not something we recommend. Select stones that are symmetrical, well-polished, and cut proportionately instead.
HOW TO STORE AN EMERALD NECKLACE
STORE EMERALDS SEPARATELY – You need to put your emerald necklace on a velvet cushion in a special gemstone storage box at night. Avoid keeping emeralds close to other jewelry pieces where they may be grazed by the sharp edges of diamonds or stained by softer stones such as pearls. When emeralds are stored properly, they are shielded from harm from rubbing and collisions. Emerald doesn’t come into direct touch with other things in the box owing to distinct pockets or pouches.
CLEAN USING MILD DISH SOAP AND WATER – Emerald jewelry maintains its finest appearance with consistent washing. However, stay away from strong chemicals since they might harm an emerald’s surface. Warm water, a very soft toothbrush, and mild dish soap are the standard methods for cleaning emeralds. Using the toothbrush, gently clean the emerald, then rinse well and wipe dry with a lint-free towel.
SEEK PROFESSIONAL CARE ANNUALLY – Take your emerald jewelry to a local jeweler annually for a professional cleaning and examination. They inspect each component for damage that the untrained eye might miss. They will use ultrasonic steam cleaning to clean emeralds and fix any broken settings during yearly visits.
HANDLE WITH CARE – Because emeralds are soft and can chip or shatter when under pressure, their Mohs hardness rating is 7.5-8. Emeralds should be gently put on and taken off to prevent knocking against hard surfaces. It should go without saying that you should take off your emerald jewelry before performing any housekeeping, yardwork, swimming, exercising, etc. A rogue vacuum or dumbbell might ruin your priceless emeralds, which is the last thing you want!
With our suggestions, you should be able to choose a stunning emerald necklace that you will treasure for many years. Emerald jewelry is classic and elegant. They become family treasures and withstand the test of time with the right treatment and care.
