Natural and Created Gemstone Jewelry for Women at Zesoul

The easiest way to choose is to start with color. Think about what you wear most. If your wardrobe is mostly black, white and denim, almost any stone will stand out. If you wear a lot of earth tones, greens and warm stones such as citrine and red agate fit in naturally. If you love pastels, look at moonstone, opal and light blue sapphire.

Then think about how you will wear it. A small pair of stud earrings or a thin ring works every day. A large cocktail ring or a long pendant works for evenings. Most people end up wanting one quiet piece and one louder piece, and a gemstone is a good way to get the second one.

A gemstone ring is the easiest way to wear a stone, since it sits where you can see it all day.

A sapphire ring has a deep, calm blue that looks great against silver and gold. The 10KT gold filled sapphire ring is a clean, simple choice, and the retro two tone sapphire ring has a vintage feel. If you like a lighter look, the oval white sapphire ring in 925 silver gives a classic oval shape at a friendly price. Sapphire is one of the hardest gemstones, so it holds up well to daily wear.

Opal has a soft glow with flashes of color that move as you turn your hand. The gold opal ring, the natural opal ring in 925 silver and the Austrian crystal rose fire opal ring are the main styles. Moonstone has a milky, glowing look, and the white moonstone couple rings are adjustable and easy to share. Both stones are softer than most, so avoid knocking them on hard surfaces. See more in our rings collection.

Citrine is a warm golden yellow that suits autumn colors and brings a little sunshine to a plain outfit. The citrine ring has a classic look, while the women's quartz cocktail ring comes in green, blue, purple, red and white for a bolder statement. Wear a cocktail ring on its own with simple clothes and let it do the talking.

Earrings frame your face, so a colored stone near your eyes works especially well.

The peridot S925 earrings come as stud and dangle styles in a fresh green. The square moss agate studs and the natural moss agate dangle earrings with a claw setting have a calm, earthy look, and the S925 gold plated red agate earrings offer a warmer red. The retro cymophanite oval earrings have a cat's eye effect, a thin bright line that moves across the stone as you turn your head. The luxury natural gemstone earrings come in natural olivine crystal and natural topaz versions. Natural stones vary slightly from piece to piece, so no two pairs look exactly alike. For more, browse our earrings collection.

A gemstone pendant draws the eye to your neckline and finishes a plain top in seconds.

The luxurious amethyst pendant in S925 silver comes on a long sweater chain and works over knitwear and shirts. The handcrafted rough tourmaline pendant has a raw, natural look, and the natural black onyx protection necklace has an organic textured pendant with a handmade feel. If you want blue, the premium sapphire jewelry set pairs a sparkling necklace with matching earrings, and the dainty natural gemstone compass necklace is a minimalist lucky charm. For more styles, see our necklaces and pendants collection.

Emerald is one of the most popular stones in jewelry, so it is worth being clear about what you are buying. Genuine natural emerald is rare and expensive. The emerald pieces in this collection are more affordable, and they fall into three groups.

The S925 sterling silver synthetic emerald bracelet uses a lab made emerald, and the product title says so. The emerald green gemstone pendant necklace and the green chalcedony agate emerald pendant use stones sold as emerald style, which means the color is inspired by emerald. The luxurious emerald bridal jewelry set and the dark green diamond inspired set pair a deep green stone with a sparkling design. Read each product page to see exactly which type of stone you are getting.

Not every stone is colored. Some are about sparkle and softness.

Moissanite is a real gemstone with strong shine and excellent hardness, and it is often chosen as an alternative to diamond. The S925 moissanite studs, the moissanite pendant necklaces and the eight hearts eight arrows ring use it. Zircon and cubic zirconia are lab made stones that look clear and bright for a lower price. Pearls are soft and warm, and the freshwater pearl and moissanite studs and the genuine freshwater pearl jewelry set pair a real pearl with a bright stone.

A birthstone is one of the most personal gifts you can give, and it works at any price. Here are a few that match what this collection carries. Peridot is the stone for August, amethyst for February, sapphire for September, opal for October and citrine for November. Emerald belongs to May, and moonstone and pearl both belong to June.

Check each product page for the stone used and the metal, since options vary. If you are unsure, a necklace is usually the safest gift because it needs no sizing.

These terms show up on almost every product page, and they mean different things.

A natural stone was formed in the ground and cut into shape. Each piece has its own color and small marks, which is part of the charm. A synthetic or lab created stone has the same basic make up as a natural stone but is grown in a lab. It looks very similar and costs less. A simulated or imitation stone is a different material made to look like a gemstone, such as glass or crystal, so it is the most affordable option.

None of these are worse, they are just different. Natural stones suit people who like each piece to be unique, lab created stones suit people who want the look at a lower price and simulated stones suit fashion pieces and costume jewelry.

Blue stones such as sapphire and blue topaz look cool and calm, and they pair well with white, grey, navy and black. Green stones such as peridot, emerald and moss agate suit earth tones, denim and cream. Purple stones such as amethyst look rich with black, grey and soft pastels. Red agate adds warmth to neutral outfits. Black onyx works with almost everything, and opal and moonstone suit soft, light outfits.

If you are unsure, pick the color you already wear the most. A stone that matches your wardrobe gets worn far more often than one you have to build outfits around.

Hardness decides which stones suit daily wear. On the Mohs scale, sapphire and moissanite are among the hardest and handle daily wear easily. Peridot, amethyst, citrine and moss agate sit in the middle and hold up well with a little care. Emerald is fairly hard but can crack along internal lines. Opal, moonstone and pearl are softer, so they suit earrings and pendants better than everyday rings.

If you want a ring you never take off, pick a harder stone. If you love opal or pearl, enjoy them, but keep them away from knocks.

If you want a ready made look, many sets in this collection pair a necklace with matching earrings in one color. The colorful bridal jewelry set comes in blue, green, pink, red and white, and the sapphire set and emerald bridal set suit weddings and parties. The semi precious stone 4 piece set adds a ring and a bracelet for a complete outfit. Sets save time because the stones and metals already match.

A little care keeps stones bright. Take your jewelry off before showering, swimming and exercising. Put it on after perfume, hairspray and lotion, since chemicals can dull stones and damage plated finishes. Wipe each piece with a soft dry cloth after wearing.

For deeper cleaning, use lukewarm water and a drop of mild soap with a soft brush, then dry thoroughly. Do not use harsh cleaners or ultrasonic machines on opal, pearl, emerald or any treated stone. Store each piece separately in a soft pouch or a lined box so stones do not scratch each other.

A few practical things worth knowing. Our return and exchange policy is easy to read before you buy, and checkout is secure. Every purchase is backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee. If you have a question about a stone or a size, email us before you order and we will help you choose.