Emerald Engagement Rings

Ocarat presents its selection of emerald engagement rings in 375/1000 or 750/1000 gold (9 or 18 carats) to suit every budget. From the sleek solitaire that lets the emerald take center stage, to the daisy-style ring or a design enhanced with a diamond pavé for extra brilliance - the collection covers every style and every wish.

The emerald, a precious gemstone with intense green reflections, is available at Ocarat in natural stone form - for a wedding proposal that is both original and deeply meaningful.

Ocarat Services & Benefits

Ordering your emerald engagement ring from Ocarat means shopping securely on a trusted French jewelry and fine joaillerie platform with years of recognized expertise. You'll also enjoy a range of exclusive benefits and services:

• Each jewelry piece comes with a certificate of authenticity
• Free shipping to mainland France and Belgium
• Interest-free installment payments (up to 4 times)
• 30-day return policy for non-personalized items
• Complimentary personalized engraving on most models
• For more personal projects, custom creations are available upon request
• Ocarat loyalty program that lets you earn store credit vouchers

Everything You Need to Know About Emeralds Before You Buy

The emerald owes its intense green color to the presence of chromium and vanadium. It is one of the four precious gemstones, alongside the diamond, sapphire, and ruby. The finest emeralds come from Colombia, world-renowned for the depth and vibrancy of their green.

Unlike sapphire (9/10 on the Mohs scale), the emerald registers a hardness of 7.5/10. This makes it more sensitive to shocks and scratches, requiring a little extra care in daily wear. Most natural emeralds feature inclusions known as "jardin" - visible traces that are an integral part of the stone and give it its unique character. The more subtle the jardin and the more vivid and even the color, the greater the emerald's value.

Among the four precious gemstones, the emerald generally ranks above the sapphire in terms of price at equivalent quality, due to the rarity of fine, low-inclusion stones - making it a particularly precious choice for a wedding proposal.

Choosing Your Emerald Engagement Ring

Several key factors will help you find the emerald engagement ring that's right for you. Here are the essential points to know before you buy:

• Stone shape: the emerald cut - rectangular with cropped corners - is the most iconic. It showcases the stone's deep color while minimizing the visual impact of inclusions. The oval cut and round cut are more classic alternatives that offer greater brilliance.
• Carat weight: the carat weight directly affects the price. A high-quality natural emerald above 1 carat is rare and therefore significantly more expensive. For an elegant look without breaking the budget, an emerald between 0.5 and 0.8 carats paired with diamonds is often the best compromise.
• The metal: yellow gold is particularly recommended with emerald - it warms and intensifies the green of the stone for a classic, regal look. White gold, on the other hand, offers a more modern and luminous contrast. Two-tone gold combines both effects.
• Gold quality: 750/1000 gold (18 carats) remains the recommended choice for a ring worn daily. 375/1000 gold (9 carats) opens the door to the world of emerald jewelry at a more accessible price point.

Is Emerald a Good Stone for an Engagement Ring?

The emerald is an original and deeply symbolic choice for a wedding proposal. A precious gemstone in its own right, it captivates with its intense green. Its rarity makes it a precious and singular jewelry piece - a world away from the traditional engagement ring.

Unlike a diamond, an emerald brings unique color and personality to the ring. Each stone is one of a kind, with its own inclusions and shades of green - making it a truly singular jewelry piece. It's generally more accessible than a diamond of comparable size, while still being a noble and sought-after precious gemstone.

It's worth noting, however, that it is slightly more fragile than sapphire or diamond and requires a bit more care in everyday wear.

Above all, the stone's color must captivate and delight the future bride - it's the most important criterion when choosing an engagement ring.

What Does an Emerald Engagement Ring Symbolize?

The emerald has been steeped in symbolism since Antiquity. Its green color evokes nature, renewal, and growth. It symbolizes fidelity, fertility, and balance - values that resonate deeply with the beginning of a life together.

The emerald wedding anniversary - celebrating 40 years of marriage - makes this stone a timeless symbol of endurance and commitment. Giving an emerald engagement ring is choosing a jewelry piece full of meaning: original, timeless, and deeply personal.