Posted by Amoro on 12/29/2010 to
The color green has long been a symbol of nature and all its beauty, mystery and power. Maybe this explains why the green gemstone, known as the Emerald, has held such fascination for people throughout history.
Emeralds are considered by historians to be the first gemstone ever discovered. The word Emerald is derived from a Greek word meaning green gemstone and Emerald jewellery was thought to possess magical and healing powers for those who wore it.
The ancient Greeks dedicated the Emerald to the Goddess Venus because they believed it was able to reveal faithfulness among lovers. Today, the Emerald is considered to be the color of beauty and love.
Throughout history Emeralds were revered by some of the wealthiest and most powerful dynasties in the world. Emerald rings, Emerald necklaces, embellishments on crowns and thrones, and much more. One of the most famous examples of this is the Crown Jewels.
In some cultures, the Emerald is given as the traditional gift for the 55th wedding anniversary as well as being used as the 20th and 35th wedding anniversary stone. Some even choose Emeralds in place of Diamonds for their wedding rings and engagement rings. But especially lucky are those individuals born in the month of May, the Emerald is their birthstone.
As a symbol of wealth and power, the Emerald was and still is unsurpassed. With their sparkling green luster they are considered to be more precious than Diamonds. Carat for carat, they are the most expensive gems in the world and the most alluring!
But just when you thought Emeralds were out of your price range, Amoro.com proves that affordable fine jewelery isn’t just for the extremely wealthy. Amoro’s exquisite collection of Emerald pendants, bracelets, earrings and of course Emerald rings will make you feel and look like royalty, without breaking the bank.