Emerald and Diamond Ring, Early 20th Century Design

• Shank - In jewellery, the shank of a ring is the hoop which encirles the finger.
• Emeralds - Emeralds have been used in jewellery making for thousands of years, and are prized for their deep green colour, which is caused by the presence of chromium and vanadium in the mineral beryl. Because of their rare colour, emeralds are often more valuable than diamonds of a similar size and quality. In jewellery making, emeralds are typically cut into round or oval shapes to maximize their color and clarity. They are often set in gold or platinum and used as the centrepiece of a piece of jewellery, such as a ring or necklace. They can also be used in combination with other gems, such as diamonds, to create intricate and beautiful designs.
• Bezel - On a clock or watch, the bezel is the metal frame into which the watch or clock glass is fitted. In clocks, the bezel may include a hinge and a flange, in effect a door to the face of the clock. In jewellery the bezel is a band of metal with a projecting lip that holds the gemstone in its setting.

This item has been included into following indexes:

• rings, diamond
  • diamond and emerald 1,222
  • diamond and emeralds 2,244
• rings, diamond solitaire
  • diamond solitaire / claw set emerald cut 756
  • diamond solitaire / claw set European cut 315
  • diamond solitaire / claw set old cut 523