Are you a non traditionalist and wish to make a statement with your engagement ring? Then consider an Emerald as they are fun, glamorous and compliments any skin tone and attire. An emerald engagement ring is an excellent choice for those who wish to add sparkle and excitement to their engagement.
Emeralds are not just something which came out of the rack recently. It has been a favorite choice for engagement and wedding ring for a long time starting from the early Egyptians. Emeralds enjoyed a celebrated popularity in ancient Rome. It has been said that Cleopatra had emeralds cut to her likeness and Napoleon chose emeralds for Josephine personally. So why not consider giving your  Cleopatra an emerald engagement ring?
Basically emeralds are the green constituents of the beryl mineral family and when they possess a clear cut, they can be worth as much as a diamond. However most often emeralds are considered in the same price category as the sapphire. The qualities of emeralds are never ending. They are known to promote clairvoyance and healing in the wearer and moreover the stone enhances feelings of love and commitment. In addition emeralds are considered a symbol of new beginnings. Thus there is no doubt that they would be a perfect choice for engagement rings.
Here are a few facts about emeralds. The mineral required can be either mined or grown synthetically. Synthetic ones are more preferred as they are cost effective and less prone to imperfections. You would get the desired look without causing a hole in your pocket.
