

These tough green gemstones will hold up to everyday wear, making them ideal for engagement rings. They’re also less likely to break when accidentally dropped or knocked against a table.

Each of these rates at least a 6.5 on the Mohs hardness scale, making them resistant to scratches. If you’re looking for a great green gem for an everyday ring, the following stones are your best options.

For any expensive purchase, we recommend using a trusted custom jeweler like CustomMade and educating yourself with our gemstone buying guides. Knowing whether the colored gemstone you’re buying is worth the price can be difficult. This large natural emerald has many small imperfections, which are less noticeable than larger ones. Yellow-green stones can still be quite attractive but won’t reach top dollar.Įmeralds are notorious for poor clarity. For secondary hues, most people prefer a hint of blue to a yellowish green stone. In general, a pure green hue is the most desirable (and more expensive). Green gems may have blue or yellow secondary hues present. In a green gemstone, the primary hue is green, but gems often have secondary hues, too. Gemologists assess color by considering hue, tone, and saturation.
