12 best emerald engagement rings - and their special meaning


These gorgeous emerald engagement rings are perfect for brides who like to stand out


emerald engagement rings

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Rachel Avery
Rachel AveryHomes Editor
Updated: April 12, 2023

Looking to propose to your loved one? Selecting an emerald engagement ring means opting for a special jewel that really stands out. They are not only utterly mesmerising, but emeralds are also practical too as the stone itself is rather scratch resistant.

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As well as symbolising true love, emerald gemstones have connotations of wealth and fortune. The green colour means that they represent the vibrancy of nature.

Celebrities who own an emerald engagement ring

Victoria Beckham owns a whopping 14 different engagement rings, and one of them is a huge cushion-cut emerald. Halle Berry is also part of the emerald ring club with a dazzling 4-carat green gem. If it's good enough for the A-list, it's good enough for us.

Victoria Beckham in a gray dress, holding a large emerald ring.

Victoria Beckham has an emerald engagement ring in her collection

Best emerald engagement rings

While clear diamonds may be more traditional, emerald gemstones are perfect for standing out from the crowd. From Beaverbrooks to Etsy, we’ve got a round-up of the most stunning designs on the market…

Le Vian honey gold emerald ring

Looking for an eye-catching design? This Le Vian ring boasts a rectangular emerald framed by a halo of brilliant-cut vanilla diamonds, plus pear-cut chocolate diamonds on the shoulders - all on a 14ct honey gold band.

Gold ring with a large emerald center stone surrounded by diamonds and smaller accent stones.

18ct diamond and emerald engagement ring

If you’re searching for sparkle, then you’ve found it here. The pavé diamonds bring even more bling to this brilliant-cut emerald.

Silver ring with a large emerald center stone surrounded by smaller diamonds.

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Emerald San Francisco engagement ring

This handcrafted 9-carat gold ring with knot detail and Brazilian emerald looks a lot more expensive than its £399 price tag.

Gold ring with twisted design and a large emerald stone in the center.

Cubic zirconia and emerald engagement ring

While Amazon may not be top of your list when it comes to engagement ring shopping, this stunning gem proves it's worth a scroll!

Elegant silver ring with large diamond and emerald stones, no people visible.

Teardrop emerald engagement ring

This elegant teardrop style is ideal for those who like to stand out.

Silver ring with large emerald and two smaller diamonds on a white background.

​​​​Emerald five-stone engagement ring

This timeless ring has a five-stone design including an emerald cut green stone with two baguette cut diamonds on either side – it is perfect for those who like to dazzle.

Silver ring with large emerald and smaller diamonds, displayed on white background.

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Emerald cluster engagement ring

This gorgeous oval-shaped jewel surrounded by a halo of tiny emeralds and diamonds is all about the glamour.

Gold ring with a central emerald surrounded by smaller diamonds.

Vintage emerald engagement ring

Channel Art Deco elegance with this incredible ring from Etsy. The enchanting emerald is offset by a starburst of baguette clear gems.

A silver ring with a large green emerald and surrounding diamonds.

9ct pear engagement ring

You can always rely on H. Samuel for quality jewellery, and this gold ring with pear-shaped gem is the perfect balance between classic and contemporary.

Gold ring with a large green emerald and surrounding diamonds.

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Belvedere emerald engagement ring

Emerald in colour and emerald in cut, this eye-catching jewel could rival that of an A-lister.

Gold ring with a large emerald gemstone in the center.

18ct bar set engagement ring

Not your typical engagement ring, but this understated design is all about style and elegance.

Gold ring with five emerald and diamond stones in a row.

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