Trapiche Emerald Charm Pendant
This trapiche (pronounced tra·PEE·che) emerald is an epic star among gold layering necklaces, as it is one of Mother Nature’s rarest wonders. The name references a wheel and the minerals responsible for creating the illusion of radial black “spokes” are carbon impurities that fill in the crystal junctions when it was formed.
While this particular pendant is no longer available, contact melissa@allthebrilliants.com to explore creating a bespoke emerald pendant with this designer.
Details and Dimensions:
• 1.70 carats Muzo trapiche emerald (9.19 X 6.79 mm)
• 22k yellow gold granulation with 18K yellow gold
* chain not included
Check out The Skinny on Emerald for everything you need to know about luxury emerald jewelry.
About The Designers
Elizabeth and Jack of Zaffiro Jewelry choose gemstones based on their personalities… “some gemstones just speak to us”.
Pieces from their Classic Collection celebrate an ancient technique, called “granulation”. It is the application of miniature spheres of precious metals in jewelry practiced 4,000 years ago in and around Italy and Greece!
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MORE EMERALD AND EMERALD HUED JEWELRY
Across our great, ancient civilizations, emerald was the most prized among gemstones, as it was believed to bring about calm, protection, and fidelity.
The earliest archeological evidence of emerald mines exists in Egypt around 500 BC.
Cleopatra famously loved emeralds, as did royal families from India to Iran to Russia. It was a sacred stone to Mesoamerican tribes such as the Olmec, Inca, Aztec, and Maya.
Whatever they may symbolize for you today, we’ve outlined points to help you understand value and what to ask to make an informed decision on the emerald you will LOVE!
