When choosing a ring with a green stone in jewelry stores, you can easily get confused because of the variety of colors of crystals and jewelry with them. After all, each of them has its own design, appearance, source material. Each ring with a green stone also has its own purpose. And with all this sophistication of jewelry, how to choose exactly the right one?
Main types of rings
Initially, you should decide on the main type of such jewelry. All rings are divided into simple and complex. They are differentiated by structure, inserts and design.
Complex rings
Such jewelry with green stones is enriched with a scattering of crystals, engraving, decorative framing of the rim. Most often they are made of gold, non-ferrous metals and iron.
These types include:
- cocktail jewelry - voluminous, with a variety of crystals and a decorated rim.
- anniversary are intended for a gift to the wife in honor of a significant date inlife together.
- Ring-watch. Instead of inserting a massive stone, a miniature watch face with a closing lid is used, which is complemented by natural crystals.
Ordinary rings
Plain jewelry is distinguished by its simplicity and unpretentiousness. This section includes wedding rings, seals and monograms. Most often, they have a smooth rim and a minimal amount of gems.
Religious ones can also be attributed to simple rings. They also have a smooth finish, but they may contain various kinds of inscriptions. Such rings can be worn as a talisman or an amulet.
Ring or signet. Men's rings with green stone and more. They are massive pieces of jewelry with a large shield in the middle. It may contain initials or some other symbols.
Widow's ring. It is a symbol of memory and fidelity to the deceased spouse, has a smooth shape and a voluminous black stone in the middle.
According to the material, the rings can be made of gold, silver, bronze, non-ferrous and alloy metals, rubber and porcelain. Less often, textiles, rubber and wood are used in the creation of such jewelry.
Green Gems
Among all rocks in nature, there are 15 most famous crystals of this color and about 90 less popular ones. Between themselves, they differ in shade from yellow-green to gray-blue.
In some natural stones, a variety of green color is quite commonrare, which increases their value. Demantoid falls into this category of rocks. By its properties, such a stone is similar to a diamond, has a bright green color with a hint of tarragon. Demantoid is a variety of garnet and is highly prized for its refractive index.
The most popular green gemstone is the emerald. The main advantages of such a crystal are transparency, bright color, high dispersion coefficient and the content of chromium in it, which adds a beautiful shade to it. Made with emerald: gold and silver rings, pendants and pendants.
Gem is suitable for both men and women. But it is best to wear emerald jewelry and rings framed with white metals or silver. Their shades are able to emphasize all the beauty and splendor of a natural crystal, and not overshadow it. Jewelry with such a precious stone is included in the category of expensive.
Sapphire is also considered a natural crystal and is a variety of corundum. The color scheme of such a stone can vary from saturated to light green with a smoky tint. Sapphire is ideal for gold and platinum. Can be used in bracelets, rings and necklaces. The stone itself is very hard and has an interesting refraction of light, which adds to its value and beauty.
Natural nugget tourmaline has two varieties: chameleonite and verdelite. The first has a less bright shade, similar to olive, andthe second has a deep green color with colorful tints. Tourmaline as a stone gained its popularity long before our era and was widely used in jewelry.
Semi-precious nuggets
Among these stones, one can also distinguish interesting green crystals with many colors and impurities. The most common are: jasper, chrysolite, seraphinite, aventurine, malachite and jade. The last two are most often attributed to the group of ornamental stones.
Jade has an extensive range of green colors and includes almost all of its shades. The stone has a non-uniform color and blotches. Due to the strength of jade and resistance to chemical elements, figurines and caskets were made from it in the old days. In the modern world, not only handicrafts, but also jewelry are made from such natural stone. Increasingly, on shop windows you can find rings or pendants with jade. The main advantages of the crystal are its low price and unusual appearance.
Another no less popular natural stone is malachite. Opaque crystal has a beautiful and unusual pattern. The most valuable specimens of such natural stone are located in the Urals and are mined for the manufacture of handicrafts. Products from malachite will be an excellent gift and decoration in the house. The price of such a stone is also low.
Main precious metals for rings
Green stone jewelry is widely usedfrom gold and silver. They give their owner warmth and positive energy. This is due to the effect of natural green crystal on a person, which promotes inspiration and tranquility.
Silver rings with green stones and jewelry made from this metal are well-spread among jewelry. Cutlery and souvenirs are also made from it. Silver pairs well with emerald and jade because of its smooth texture and solid color. It is also quite durable and inexpensive.
King of Precious Metals
It is worth recognizing that gold rings are the most popular. With emerald, tourmaline, sapphire and other stones of natural origin. Gold is an expensive metal with a beautiful sheen and tints. Jewelry and a decorative coating for cheap alloys are made from it. If earlier jewelry was made only from white, yellow and red gold, now pink, blue and green colors are added to them. Also, this metal can be combined with platinum and titanium.
Silver and gold rings with green stones will perfectly decorate a person and give him their warm energy. It is recommended to wear such a natural crystal in combination with white gold, silver or platinum. Also, green stones can decorate the house and transform the interior. Among such a variety of natural stones in rings and jewelry, anyone can find exactly their crystal, which will bring him happiness and prosperity.
