A Love Set in Stone: The Journey of a Custom Emerald Pendant
Some gifts go beyond the moment they’re given. They carry meaning, mark milestones, and become part of a story that unfolds over time. This is one of those stories.
It all began during a Single Stone event at our store. A lovely woman and her son walked through our doors, drawn in by the old-world craftsmanship of the collection. To her, each piece felt like a story preserved in gold and diamonds, designed with the kind of detail and history she admired.
As she browsed the showcases, her eyes kept returning to the Leah Necklace—a vintage-inspired pendant with an understated elegance. She tried it on, watching the gold catch the light as it rested against her skin. In that moment, it was clear—this piece belonged to her.
As she admired its beauty, she mentioned something almost in passing. She had an emerald, a stunning green gem tucked away in an old ring she rarely wore. “I’ve thought about resetting it into something I could wear every day,” she said.
What she didn’t know was that her son had recognized that moment. To him and his siblings, their mother had always been their rock—kind, strong, charming, and full of grace. They had been searching for the perfect way to show their love, and suddenly, the answer was right in front of them.
As the holidays approached, their excitement was clear when they came to us. “We want to make this happen for her,” they said. With careful hands, we removed the emerald from its original setting, taking the time to assess its size and quality. Working with emeralds requires patience and precision; their delicate nature means every step must be handled with care. Once we had the details, we entrusted the gemstone to Single Stone’s master artisans, ensuring that every facet of this custom piece would be crafted to perfection.
A few weeks passed as the anticipation built each day. When the necklace finally arrived, it was even more breathtaking than we had imagined. The emerald, now nestled in its new setting, seemed to glow with fresh brilliance, framed in gold, its vintage charm even more radiant. It was a transformation—not just of a piece of jewelry, but of a cherished family heirloom into a symbol of love.
When her son arrived to pick it up, his face lit up. Holding the necklace in his hands, he could already imagine the moment his mother would open the box—her surprise, her joy, and the realization that her children had turned a simple wish into reality. It wasn’t just about the emerald or the necklace—it was about her, about honoring the woman who had given them everything.
As he walked out, necklace in hand, it was clear that this was more than a holiday gift. This was love set in stone.
