Emerald has long been a top choice for engagement rings, symbolising domestic bliss and steadfast loyalty. Its vivid green stands out among bridal jewellery, with some emeralds being rarer and more precious than diamonds! As well as its association with Venus the Goddess of Love, emerald is also of course synonymous with Ireland, the Emerald Isle. Ranking among the hardest gemstones, emerald’s a good bet for an engagement ring that will see a lifetime of wear.