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Vintage 4.85 Carat Emerald and 1.80 Carat Diamond White Gold Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage emerald and diamond cocktail ring. Emerald Quality Cut Emerald Content 4.85 carats Dimensions
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Vintage 1.13 Carat Emerald 2.20ct Diamond Platinum Twist Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Cut Emerald Content 1.13 carats Dimensions 7.85mm (length) x 6.21mm (width) x 3.37mm (depth) Diamond
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1990s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage 18 Carat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring emeralds approx 1 carat , diamond
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Late 20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

14.00 Carat Opal Emerald Diamond Halo Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
round cut emeralds and 70 round cut diamond halos. Set in 14k yellow and white gold with 12 round
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Art Deco inspired 9.2 carat diamond emerald platinum chandelier earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Approximately 9.2 carats Color: G-H Clarity: VS Accent stone: 2 shield cut emeralds Weight: Approximately .40
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20th Century Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

3.45 Carat Topaz and 1.86 Carat Emerald Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 3.45 carat topaz, 1.86 carat emerald and 1.78 carat diamond, 18
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Yellow Gold

Antique 0.50 Carat Emerald and 0.33 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald ring with diamonds. Emerald Quality Cut Emerald Content 0.50 carat Dimensions 6.20mm (length) x
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum

4.20 Carat Ruby Emerald 1.60 Carat Old European Diamond Plat Dangling Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.00 Carat Ruby 1.60 Carat Old European Cut J VS Diamond 1.20 Carat Emerald 1.00 Carat
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Stylish 14-Carat White Gold Necklace with Colombian Emerald (Untreated) Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
. Two excellent brilliant-cut diamonds frame the emerald with stylish elegance. Each diamond measures
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage 11.81 carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Quality Cut Emerald Content 11.81 carats Dimensions 15.64mm x 12.28mm x 7.99mm Dimensions Length of
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1950s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

4.10 Carat Emerald and 2.28 Carat Diamond, Platinum Cocktail Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.10 carat Colombian emerald and 2.28 carat diamond
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.50 Carat Emerald Diamond 14K Gold Open Geometric Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1/2 Carat total open gap emerald and diamond geometric band ring in 14k yellow gold. Ring size
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1990s Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

1950s Emerald and 1.10 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Square step Content 0.88 carat Diamond Quality Color (average grades) J
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1950s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

1.36 Carat Colombian Emerald No Treatment AGL Diamond Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
graded emerald is surrounded by 14 mix cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of 1.3 carats. Ring
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20th Century Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.62 Carat Emerald and 1.28 Carat Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
condition. Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Marquise Content 1.62 carats Diamond Quality Color (average
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamonds Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 4.92 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
diamonds, 0.06 carats white colorless F color, VS-2 clarity Emeralds: Mount in four-prongs settings, with
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Late 20th Century American Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

8.65 Carat Emerald 2.45 Carat Baguette and Round Diamond 18K YG Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 28 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Shape: Round Brilliant Gemstone 2: 2 Carat
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.87 Carat Zambian Emerald and 0.68 Carat Diamond Platinum Dress Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique oval cut 1.87 carat Zambian emerald and 0.68 carat diamond
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Vintage Italian Emerald and 1.02 Carat Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
shank. Emerald Quality Color Green Cut Octagonal step Content 0.92 carat Diamond Quality Color
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1960s Italian 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage En Tremblant Old Mine Cut Diamond And Columbian Emerald Brooch.
Located in New York, NY
. The result is a mesmerizing , lifelike shimmer, diamonds flicker, emeralds bloom with subtle movements
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1930s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold 1.60 Carat SI Emerald 0.42 Carat Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
emerald, emerald cut, 1.60ct, vslbG 5/5, SI - 2 diamonds, emerald cut, TW 0.42ct, RW-W, VS-SI Weight
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 5.11Ct Colombian Emerald and 3.32 Carat Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive 5.11 carat Colombian emerald and 3.32 carat diamond
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1950s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1930s Antique 4.42 Carat Diamond and Emerald White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond solitaire with emerald side stones. Emerald Quality Cut Square Faceted Content 0.22 carat
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.85 Carat Emerald 0.65 Carat White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 0.85 Carat Emerald 0.65 Carat White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Style
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2.67 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 12.4-8.6MM Emerald 18K WG Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.67 Carat Round Brilliant H SI Diamond 1.00 Carat B Emerald 18 Karat White Gold Drop
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.31 Carat Emerald 3.48 Carat Round Diamond Platinum 18K Gold Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 4.31 Carat Radiant Cut 3.48 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Halo Ring
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

1.01 Carat Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
with VS clarity. The center diamond is accentuated by lovely emerald and round cut diamond accents. The
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20th Century Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

11.00 Carat Emerald 3.20 Carat Pear Shape Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 11.00 Carat Emerald 3.20 Carat Pear Shape Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Style
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.62 carat emerald and 0.14 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and 14 karat
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1990s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

1.42 Carat Emerald 0.85 Carat Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.42 carat emerald and 0.85 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1.10 Carat Rectangle Emerald Diamond Halo Clip Post Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
and refined beauty. 2 rectangular green emeralds, I approx.. 1.10cts 30 tapered baguette diamonds, H
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

2.19 Carat Emerald 0.60 Carat Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.19 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 0.60 Carat Round Brilliant G VS2 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

4.65ct Fine Royal Blue Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Rectangle Platinum Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
4.65 Total Carat Fine Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Rectangle Platinum Pendant. 3.68 Carat centre
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Exquisite Vintage Platinum Ring Emerald-Cut Diamonds Princess-Cut Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
: Two emerald-cut diamonds, each approximately 0.50 carats (totaling 1.00 carat). Cut: Emerald cut
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20th Century American Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1950s French 2.06 Carat Diamond and Emerald White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 2.06 carat diamond and 0.46 carat emerald, 18 karat white gold cocktail ring
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1950s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Hammerman Brothers 3 Carat Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Hicksville, NY
Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Cut: Round Carat: 2 Carats Total Weight Emerald Details: Cut: Round Color
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Late 20th Century American Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 20.50Ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine and 2.15Ct Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage emerald cut aquamarine and diamond ring has been crafted in platinum. The pierced
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1950s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1950s 5.00 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
approximately 5.00 carats and accenting Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.64
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Emerald cut Diamond VS-FG Platinum Anniversary Ring Band Estate 1.15ct
By Estate Jewelry
Located in Brambleton, US
Vintage Emerald cut Diamond VS-FG Platinum Anniversary Ring Band Estate 1.15ct This stunning
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20th Century Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Half Eternity Band Ring
Located in London, GB
cut emeralds, weighing an approximate total weight of 0.70ct. The vibrant emeralds are highlighted on
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1990s English Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

1.20 Carat Emerald Diamond Bar Set Yellow Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald and diamond 18k yellow gold bangle bracelet. 8 round cut emeralds totaling 1.20cts that
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Late 20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Art Deco 5 Carat Each Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
feature 2 pear shape emeralds with an approximate weight of 5 carats each. The emeralds are estimated to
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20th Century American Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

GIA Certified 11.90 Carat Emeralds Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
diamonds, Approximate 2.70 carats 14k Yellow Gold 46 grams Top to Bottom: 62.94mm or 2 ½ Inches Width
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

GIA Certified Natural Emerald &Old Cut Diamond Three Stone Cluster Platinum Ring
Located in OVIEDO, AS
carats, GIA certified as no fissures present, F1 (minor oiled) and Colombian origin; 2 Old cut Diamonds
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1950s Spanish Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

16.00ct Aquamarine 0.64ct Diamond 18K White Gold Emerald Cut Clip-On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Emerald Cut Gemstone 2: 0.64 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 38 Color: H Clarity: SI Shape: Circular
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cabochon Emerald Diamond Platinum Gypsy Ring
Located in New York, NY
platinum gypsy ring. The ring is further embellished by 2 baguette and 2 round brilliant cut diamonds on
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1970s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.14ct Emerald Cut G VS2 Diamond Halo Engagement Ring in Platinum with GIA
Located in New York, NY
Title: This stunning platinum engagement ring features a breathtaking 3.14-carat emerald-cut
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Mid-Century Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
: 5mm - 3mm Size: H 1/2 (47) Emerald Dimensions: 7mm x 7mm (Colombian minor oil treatment) Total Diamond
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.15 Carat F VS Diamond 0.06 Carat Emerald 18 Karat Rose Gold Panthere Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Title: 1.15 Carat F VS Diamond 0.06 Carat Emerald 18 Karat Rose Gold Panthere Ring Style: Panthere
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.16 Carat Emerald 2.09 Carat Old Miner Diamond 18K GLD/PLAT Three-Stone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.16 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2.09 Carat Old Miner Cut J-I SI2 Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 0.95 Carat Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Platinum Ring
Located in London, GB
carats. The emerald is accompanied by a transitional cut diamond to either side. The diamonds are
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20th Century English Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

40 Carat Old Mine Colombian Drop Emerald Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Explore timeless elegance with our 17-carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18K gold
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20th Century Colombian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

2.26ct Old Miner Cut Diamond 2.16ct Emerald Three-Stone 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
two antique Old Miner Cut diamonds, weighing 1.20 and 1.06 carats respectively. Set in an elegant two
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified Approximately 44 Carat Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Tucson, AZ
3mm round diamonds estimated 2 carats. Presenting a striking cabochon emerald and diamond ring
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Classic Emerald-Cut Peridot Diamond Accents 10k Yellow Gold Studs Earring
Located in New York, NY
Earring. This Earring is made up of 6x4 Emerald-cut (2 pcs) 1.23 carat Peridot and Baguette-cut White
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

0.61 Carat Marquise and 0.12 Carat Square Emerald Diamond Accents 14KW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 8x4 mm Marquise-Cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.51 carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut Emerald (2
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 2.80 carats Emerald And 2.50 carats Diamond Earrings
Located in Cairo, EG
weight 2.80ct each emerald messures (9.80mm×6.50mm) flanked with brilliant cut diamonds 2.50 carats H
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

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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.