The Emerald is a timeless piece of jewelry that exudes elegance and luxury. Cris Canton / Getty Images Green gemstones bring this energy to jewelry in rich and varied shades. These stones are visually stunning, from emerald to pale and blueish green. Check out these 15 green gemstones to add to your jewelry collection.
1. Emerald
Emerald. SunChan / Getty Images (19459046) The emerald, perhaps the most popular green gem, is prized by jewelers for its unique qualities and intense saturation. The green color is due to chromium, vanadium and its Mohs rating of 7.5-8.
2. Green Diamond
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Green diamonds are rare and can be enhanced by natural irradiation. They command high prices. They are perfect for diamond jewelry and engagement rings because of their brilliance and crystal structure.
3. Green Sapphire
Green sapphire is less well-known, but it has a richer color and is durable enough for rings. The Mohs Scale also gives it a 9 rating, which is just above diamonds.
4. Chrome Tourmaline (19659003) Chrome tourmaline is rarer and has a deeper forest green color than other tourmaline varieties. This stone is often found in jewelry and unique forms that show off its vibrant color.
5. Demantoid garnet
is one of the most popular green gemstones. It’s admired for it’s brilliance, and its golden inclusions called horsetail fibers. This is one of the more popular green gems for collectors.
6. Green Topaz
Green Topaz can be created by irradiation, and has a green color that is either yellow or olive. This is a great option for those who are interested in other green gems.
7. Green Tourmaline (19459051) Green tourmaline. Stuart Cox/Getty Images
Green tourmaline is available in many shades of green. They are versatile and durable. Depending on the lighting, they can also have secondary colors like yellow or blue.
8. Green Zircon (19659006) – Green zircon is often mistaken as diamonds because of its brilliance, fire and sparkle. It is a gem that stands out due to its visual appeal and its sparkle. The zircon is perfect for everyday wear, but it requires care due to its softness.
9. Green quartz
This green variety of Quartz, also known as prasiolite offers an affordable way to get started with green gemstones. The pale tone of the stone pairs nicely with surfaces such as sterling silver.
10. Green Agate
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Green agate, with its range of colours from deep green to apple green and intricate patterns is an excellent choice for jewelry.
11. Green Jasper
Green jasper. Green Jasper
Green Jasper is known as a stone with mottled colors and patterns. This stone is a protector (for those that believe in crystals or other protective stones) and it’s often made into amulets and beads.
12. Green Chrysoberyl (#19659008): Green chrysoberyl has a cat’s eye effect and is exceptionally hard. It makes it a great gem, but one that goes unnoticed.
13. Green Zoisite
Green zoisite. Stuart Cox/Getty Images
Green zoisite, with its bluish-green tones is often paired with rubies in natural formations. It adds a bold contrast to jewelry collection.
14. Green Aventurine (19459051) Green aventurine. This green quartz crystal variety is a shimmering, iridescent color. Mineral inclusions give it its sparkle. Green aventurine can be found in many carved items and bracelets.
15. Chrome Diopside
Chrome diopside. Stuart Cox/Getty Images
Chrome diopside, with its deep green colors and high clarity is gaining in popularity to replace more expensive green gems. This article was created using AI, and then fact-checked by HowStuffWorks editors.