Emerald Rings Buying Guide

Education is not the filling of a pail, but the lighting of a fire.
~ William butler yeats.

One of the most exclusive gemstones, emeralds, when set in rings are indeed awe inspiring and wonder provoking.  The vast variety and quality of emerald rings that we offer are likely to keep you coming back for more, or for other gemstone rings.

Our purpose in educating customers is to help ignite the inner fire to make their very best and informed purchase.  An informed decision is always better than an impulsive one.  We have a company policy of letting the customer know exactly what they are getting.  Angara personal jewelers gladly give you all the details to personalize the process.  The buying process is all about you.  We are happy to discuss the characteristics and appearance of the gem stones and our large variety of ring designs.  There is an Angara design for each woman's individual taste and style.

The history of rings traces back to the earliest Human civilizations.  Initially, when a couple was "wed", they used to bind the pair together with grass ropes.  This altered itself to ropes around the wrists, and then, to symbolize the thus created bond, around the finger.  Present use of rings has come a long way since then, with numerous reasons attributed to wearing a ring.  While engagements and weddings are the most popular ring traditions, graduation, promise, friendship, new mother/new baby rings, anniversary, Quinceanera and Sweet 16 are various special occasions that qualify for ring giving.  Also, women of the millennium enjoy the freedom to purchase their own rings that they will immensely enjoy.

Ring Types

Rings are primarily classified by the occasion at which they will be given or worn.  Following are the broad classification of rings based on settings or stones.

• Bands: Bands are the simplest form of rings.  A flat band consists of a strip of metal that is made into a circle joining the ends together just as two lives are joined as one.


• Solitaire Rings: are set with a single large gemstone as a centerpiece, usually a bit large.  These are named according to the shape of the gemstone set in the ring or the shank type used.  For example; round, marquise, oval, cushion or square and split shank, curved shank or crossover etc.


• Eternity Rings: are rings with gemstones, of identical cut and size, set in one row all around the ring.  The stones are mostly round or square, and the setting is usually either claws or channel.  When the stones do not continue around the entire ring, but stop halfway around the circle, it is known as half-eternity ring.


• Cluster Rings: are rings with a group of stones in cluster setting, forming the focal point of the ring.  The total visual effect is that of a single large gemstone, from a slight distance.  The cluster setting usually consists of one large stone (usually oval or round) in the center surrounded with several smaller stones.


• Three Stone Rings: are set with three gemstones; a larger one as the centerpiece and two smaller ones on its either side.  This could be a combination of emerald and diamonds, or only emeralds.


• Five Stone Rings: is a term which is self explanatory, as these are set with five gemstones in a row, with or without diamonds.

Gemstone Shape

These are further classed based upon the type of cut of the gemstone and also upon the setting that has been used for the gemstones.

Gemstones are cut to retain maximum weight while exhibiting optimal color and brilliance.  And since each gem is unique, there aren't any rigid standards to define an ideal proportion for maximizing the beauty of a gem.  A well cut gem is able to handle the play of light; the gem comes alive and sparkles as light bounces across the facets.  Don't let it confuse you that cut refers to the shape.  Shape refers to the physical form of the stone.  And cut determines how well the shape has been executed.  Most common and popular cuts of gemstones in rings are as under:

Ring Settings

• Bar: A piece of metal set between gemstones which holds them securely in place is called a bar.


• Bezel: A bezel setting has a metal rim that fits around the gemstone at the circumference and securely holds it in place.


• Half bezel: This setting has the bezel formed as a semi-circle.


• Channel: The channel setting is a groove in a metal band that holds a row of stones between two parallel bars.  The stones are next to each other without any metal bars between them.


• Invisible: The invisible setting showcases several rows of stones without any metal which interrupts the pattern.  The gemstones are set with special grooves cut into them into a band.  The gemstones rest secure in the band, and the metal underneath them is invisible.


• Pave: This setting has tiny balls (10, 14, 18 K or platinum) to secure many gemstones in a pattern.  Pave settings create the look of a path or field of gemstones.  It has a high sparkle factor.


• Prong: A prong is a metal claw that protrudes from the band to clasp the gemstone and hold it secure.  It is the most widely used setting.  Prongs are best suited for showcasing large gemstones.  For solitaire rings, usually four to six prongs are used.  The number of prongs relates to the current style, security of the stone and ring design.  There is also a special prong called a "V" prong, often used for princess shape stones.

Angara Tips for Ring Sizing

A wider band can be worn somewhat loosely.  Large knuckled hands ought to wear slightly loose rings, while slimmer knuckled hands require a tighter ring.  It is advisable that some rings not be reset.  It is so important to select the correct size in the beginning.  An excellent method for measurement is to find a ring that is a little smaller than the second knuckle of the finger.  This ensures that the fit is comfortable but will not slide off the finger.

We recommend that fingers be measured for size at the end of the day, when they are at their largest diameters.  Factors affecting ring sizes include menstrual cycle, water-retention, exercise, and temperature in relation to weather.

Angara Advice

Ring styles often change over time.  There are always trends that rule or retire.  Ring selection should be based on the personal preference of the woman who will be wearing it and looking at it daily.  It needs to put a smile on her face.

A classical multi-purpose ring is the eternity band.  It can be worn as either a wedding or anniversary ring.  A woman can wear just one or stack them as many Hollywood celebrities are currently doing.

Think ahead to the wedding band options.  Will she be wearing the engagement ring on the same hand as the wedding band?  Some women wear them on different hands.  If she wants to wear them on the same hand do you want them to fit tightly together?  Would you like a little space between the two rings?  It is all about personal preference.  We can custom make a band that will curve around almost any engagement ring.  It is best to order it when you order the engagement ring.  They will fit perfectly together and can be your own creative creation.

Why Buy From Angara

There are many reasons to buy from Angara.  The first reason relates to our very competitive pricing.  We can afford to sell at such prices because we don't deal with middlemen.  This significantly lowers our cost and we are happy to pass that savings on to you.

Customers often ask how we can afford to sell so reasonably.  This IS how we do it.  Also, we don't print up big paper catalogs and we don't have retail stores.  We keep our overheads low to focus on the important things.  We don't waste our money and we respect your money.

Our quality remains absolutely uncompromised.
Another distinguishing thing about Angara is that we are not sitting here with thousands of rings and pendants already made up.  Many of you have told me that this is the scenario you visualize.  We want you to visualize the reality of Angara.  We have actual specialists that respond to your wishes with our offers of good, better, best and heirloom quality.  Your stones are personally selected by actual real personal jewelers that give you the stone you wanted and read about in Product Details on the website.  Real people are working on your selection.  We provide all of these choices plus custom made and designed jewelry.  Your personal choice is very important to us.

Our company truly believes in fostering long term relationships with customers through trust, communication and complete satisfaction.  We are your "forever" jeweler.  We are the people who will personally select your stones, suggest great designs and help you celebrate your special life cycle events.  Our 30 day return policy will give you ample time to try a ring on, bond with it and know if you want to wear it in your photos.  If this one doesn't work for you, then we are here to simplify the return and exchange policy.  We want to reassure you that we have a team of qualified gem professionals who extend their assurance via our Certificate of Authenticity.  Every gem undergoes close scrutiny before it is offered to our customers.