Natural And Synthetic Emerald Rings

When the word ’emerald’ is mentioned, most people think of naturally-occurring emeralds, mined from the ground. However, there are also synthetic emeralds and these are widely available now. Apart from being a lot cheaper than the natural type, there are other advantages to these gemstones. Most natural examples have fissures, inclusions or other flaws, but synthetic emeralds are usually flawless. The gemstones made by this manufacturing process are identical to the natural types, having the same chemical composition and physical properties. They are not simulated emeralds, but are the real thing, unlike some other gemstones such as cubic zirconia (made to simulate diamond).

Natural emeralds have been used to make items of jewellery for many years. They compete favourably on price with diamonds, and many believe that their looks are on a par with diamonds, if not better. Typically a good example will sell for between 1000USD and 2000USD per carat. Bigger examples being rarer will exceed this price per carat. The number of flaws will also have some effect on the price, and these will reduce its value depending on the number and type of flaw. It is worth noting that most natural emeralds have fissures, and these are usually filled with oils or resins to improve the appearance of the stone. This means that care should be taken to avoid removing these oils when the stone is being cleaned, otherwise the fillers may be removed and the fissures will become more visible.

If you have been looking at natural emerald rings for sale but can’t afford one, then synthetic ones may be more affordable for you, especially when they are set into modern metals like titanium, stainless steel or tungsten. Antique emerald rings for women have a lot of charm but can often be expensive, so shop around online to get the best value.