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1960s Ruby Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Owl Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.11 carat total - round brilliant cut Eye clean and bright - accented by a ruby cabochon eye
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1960s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladies Ring with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Carat : 0.30 CT Total Clarity : VVS Colour : E Emerald - Cut : Round Number of Emeralds : 3 Total
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1980s British 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Diamond, Emerald, Coral and Enamel Parrot Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
brilliant cut diamonds, G color, VS clarity, accented by approximately 3 carats of round cut emeralds, a
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1970s Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pave and Pear Shape Emerald Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
accompanied by 2.10 carats of scintillating diamond stones. Dimensions: 2" x .75" Chain Length: 20"
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20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

70 Ct Pear Shape Emerald 35 Ct Diamond Necklace Earring Bridal Suite 18 K G
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut diamonds, suspending 14 fine emeralds set in diamond surrounds. Please look at the all the
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Large Silver Top Gold Diamond Emerald Set Snake Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
with old Mine, Rose and Single cut diamonds totaling 2.50 Carats. Finger size 5 1/2.
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1990s Unknown Victorian 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

Chaumet Emerald and Diamond Dress Ring, French, circa 1940
By Chaumet
Located in London, GB
Chaumet emerald and diamond dress ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural emerald
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1940s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Cocktail Ring Vintage 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
estimated 0.25 carat round brilliant cut diamond (estimated at H-I color and SI2 clarity), is accented with
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Oscar Heyman Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Interlocking Band Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.45 carat, graded D-E color, VVS
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1980s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1 Ctw Sapphire Emerald Diamond Ring, 18K Yellow Gold, September
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: - sapphire, 1 stone - oval cut - 5.25 x 4 mm - approximately .50 carat - emerald, 2 stones
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Bondanza Pave Diamond Onyx Emerald Platinum 18 Karat Gold Heron Brooch
By Michael Bondanza
Located in Philadelphia, PA
platinum beak pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.00 carat; G to J color
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1980s Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Plat...

Vintage 0.50ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1990s
Located in London, GB
A 0.50 carat emerald takes centre stage in this vintage cluster ring. The emerald is an oval cut
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1990s British 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MARILYN COOPERMAN Yellow Gold, Silver, Emerald and Diamond Brooch
By Marilyn Cooperman
Located in New York, NY
silver bezel set rose cut diamonds. Total diamond weight approximately 6.24 carats. Length
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1990s North American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Pink Tourmaline Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring Vintage 18k White Gold 6.25
Located in Torrance, CA
estimated at 1 carat each (2 carats total estimated weight). Six marquise cut emeralds are estimated at 0.10
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Mid-20th Century French Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Roma Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 4.58 Ctw In Diamonds And Emerald
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
carats. Diamonds: Mount on the sides in bezel settings, with 2 oval modified brilliant cut diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ritani .93 Carat Asscher Diamond Halo Ring and Wedding Band 950 Platinum
By Ritani
Located in Greensboro, NC
(accents) Color: E (solitaire); G (accents) Cuts: Emerald (solitaire) & Round (accents) Solitaire’s Carat
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20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat White Gold Ladies Diamond and Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
2 cm Weight: 12 grams Finger Size (UK) = R (US) = 8 3/4 (EU) = 58 1/2 Diamonds - Cut: Baguette
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Platinum Ladybug Leaf Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond wings Accented by round cut sapphire, emerald, and ruby (set in yellow gold) weighing in total
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1960s Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow G...

Vintage 3.00ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1960s
Located in London, GB
ring. With an intense green hue, the emerald is cut into a pear shape, weighing an impressive 3.00
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1960s British 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 0.82ct Emerald and 1.00ct Diamond, 18ct Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald and diamond ring. Emerald Quality Cut Emerald Content 0.82 carat Dimensions 6.33mm (length) x
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20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 4.98 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Cut Step Content 4.98 carats Dimensions 12.01mm x 9.54mm x 6.07mm Diamond Quality Colour (average
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Roma Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 4.58 Ctw In Diamonds And Emerald
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
vivid green Emerald of 2.64 carats. Diamonds: Mount on the sides in a bezel setting, with 2 oval
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond and Emerald Butterfly Pendant Necklace, 1980s
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Chicago, IL
. Further set with 22 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1/2 Carat. The pendant is suspended from a 16
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1980s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Baguette Green Emerald and Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This beautiful vintage ring 14 karat yellow gold ring includes 2 Baguette cut green emeralds and 1
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1970s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 31.01 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in San Francisco, CA
carats, the rectangular-cut aqua is set in a one-of-a-kind platinum mount, set with 2 triangular and 4
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1.30ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
yellow gold. Gemstone: Emerald Stone Shape: Oval Cut Carat Weight: 1.30 Metal: 18ct Yellow & White Gold
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1970s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring Vintage 14k White Gold Estate Sz 5.5 Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
white gold. Pear cut emeralds total an estimated 1.50 carats, accented with an estimated 2.25 carats
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 0.82 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Modern Round Cut Rubies. This Ring is available also in 14
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Style 0.82 Carat White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Diamonds. This Ring has 0.60 Carats of Modern Round Cut Rubies. This Ring is available also in 14
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage 18 Karat Gold Square Cocktail Jewelry Fine Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
white gold. Emerald cut emerald measures 8.25mm x 7.25mm (estimated at 2 carats), accented with 12
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold Genuine Natural Diamond Ring with Emerald Halo #J5058
Located in Big Bend, WI
emerald ring featuring a round brilliant cut diamond weighing 1/2 carat and measuring about 5.3mm. The
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20th Century Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Clip On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 11.72 Ctw In Diamonds And Emeralds
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Colombian vivid green emeralds of 8.58 carats. Diamonds: Mounted around in channel settings, with 24
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Style Diamond, Ruby and Emerald Floral Bangle Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
with rubies, their foliage adorned with green emeralds and old European cut diamonds provide a bright
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Late 20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.65 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Platinum Ring. The rectangular cut sapphire is approximately 2.65 carat; accented by 2 trapezoids
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1990s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

East West Emerald Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish east west emerald & diamond ring crafted in 18 karat white gold. Emerald cut emerald
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral Ruby Emerald Diamond Gold Floral Lapel Brooch/Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
stem, complemented by two diamonds approx: 0.35 cttw, I color, VS clarity and two emeralds with 1 blue
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1960s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Owl Brooch with Diamonds, Emeralds and Rubies
Located in Braintree, GB
grams Diamonds - Cut : Round Total number of diamonds : 24 approx total size in carats : 0.55 ct
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

1940s Retro Design with 1.5 ct Emerald 0.30 ct brilliant Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
. Emerald: 1.5 ct pear-cut emerald. Weight: 4.51 grams. Size: ES 13 / EU 53 / US 6.5. Dimensions: Approx. 2
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1940s Unknown Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

1970s Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
0.28 carat Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Oval Mixed Content 0.18 carat Diamond Quality Color
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20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

Diamond Sapphire Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Riviera Tutti-Frutti Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut diamonds Very well matched and weighing in total approximately 7.25 carats - G to I color with VS
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1980s Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...

Diamond Emerald Half Band Sz 6.5 Stacking Ring Gemstone Vintage Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed emerald & diamond ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Emeralds
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Mid-20th Century American Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring, Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.70 Carat emerald and 0.98 Carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold dress ring
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1990s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Vintage Brooch Pin 14k Gold Emerald Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous vintage 14 karat gold lily of the valley brooch, featuring emerald and diamond. The
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1950s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 3.58 CTW Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Cluster Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering emerald cut emeralds weighing approximately 1.42 carats total Transparent medium green in
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Pearl Heart Emerald Diamond Gold Necklace 1980s Bvlgari
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
baguette cut diamonds. Beautiful classy and versatile necklace - the heart pendant is removable, so there
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1980s Italian 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
A stunning emerald and diamond engagement ring of floral design set in platinum by Tiffany & Co
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1990s Unknown Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18 Karat Gold Ladies Earrings with Emerald and Diamonds, London, circa 1990s
Located in Braintree, GB
: 1 ct each Total 2 carats Treatment : Natural Diamonds - Cut : Round Number of diamonds : 2 total
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1990s British 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Emerald Diamond Gold Bombe Ring, 1970s
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
karat (tested) yellow gold and features an approximately 4.80-carat carved round emerald enhanced by
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1970s American 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Riviera Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With 2.45 Ctw In Diamonds Emeralds
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
. Diamonds: Mount in four-prongs settings, with 14 round brilliant cut diamonds, with 1.40 carats, white
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1990s American Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Colombian Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Platinum Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1940s three stone Colombian emerald and platinum ring. The design features three rectangular-cut
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1940s Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Certified 6.42 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This vintage 1960s ring boasts a wonderful 6.42 carat emerald cut Aquamarine, surrounded by sixteen
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Mid-20th Century British Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

1940s French Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
is closed set with a square emerald shouldered on both sides of 2 x 6 antique brilliant- cut diamonds
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1940s French Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 18-karat yellow gold band cluster ring set with ten (10) brilliant cut diamonds, approximately
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Late 20th Century Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Emerald and Diamond Trinity Ring 0.47TCW
Located in Victoria, BC
symmetry, and good proportions. Side Diamonds: 2 round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.16 carats
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Late 20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Ring is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Ring has 0.30 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold...

1970s French Turquoise Sapphire emerald Diamond Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds, turquoise, emeralds and sapphires. The diamonds are set in white gold which accentuates whiteness
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1970s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Turquoise, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...

Vintage Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Blue Sapphire Lion Ring
Located in London, GB
. The ring depicts a lion head motif, pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds, rubies, emerald and
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 67 antique edition and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Hancocks, Cartier and Concierge Diamonds Inc. are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes square cut and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage?

The price for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage starts at $495 and tops out at $575,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $12,380.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Questions About 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.