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Emerald Gemstone Diamond Engagement Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. Ring features a smooth oval-cut emerald set with four prongs, placed at the center of a slim
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

6.38Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14k White Gold Statement Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
features a radiant oval-cut emerald gemstone, beautifully framed by a halo of sparkling round diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

11.80 Ct Natural Sapphire Ruby Emerald Amethyst Tennis Bracelet 14kt Gem Line
Located in New York, NY
(Orange, Yellow, Blue, Pink) Round cuts, Clean Clarity. (5) 1.25ct Round Diamonds H-I color Vs-2 Si-1
Category

2010s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.38Ct Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Statement Engagement Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
features a radiant oval-cut emerald gemstone, beautifully framed by a halo of sparkling round diamonds. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry It features a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Zambian Emerald Drop Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry It features a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

11 Carat Natural Emerald Diamond Cocktail Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
safety clasp . Brilliant cut diamonds approximately 0.25 ct Standard 7 Inch long. Emerald Origin Brazil
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Zambian Emerald Station Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Oval Zambian Emerald Station Diamond Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry features a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Emerald Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 14K Gold. It has a round cut emerald studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet features octagon cut and pear
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet features octagon cut and pear
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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

Modern Emerald Diamond Adjustable Bracelet 18k Solid White Gold, Christmas Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
intellectual capacity. Designed with four pear cut emerald studded in center each surrounded with diamonds with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

Asscher Zambian Emerald Trillion Diamond Bridal Ring 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
features a vivid asscher-cut natural emerald at the center, framed by sparkling trillion cut diamond side
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels 18 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Pendant
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 18 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Pendant features a vibrant oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels 14 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Pendant
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 14 Karat White Gold Oval Zambian Emerald Halo Diamond Pendant features a vibrant oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings feature oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Natural Oval Emerald Gemstone Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings feature oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Pear Natural Emerald Gemstone Collar Choker Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 26.77 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 11 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Pear Natural Emerald Gemstone Collar Choker Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 21.41 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 11 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Heart and Baguette 0.79 Ct Natural Diamond Toi et Moi Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
connection with our Toi et Moi Diamond Ring, featuring two stunning center stones – an emerald-cut and a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Three Stone Ring features oval cut emerald in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Natural Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Three Stone Ring features oval cut emerald in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

41.64 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Choker Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 41.64 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace features octagon cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

41.64 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 41.64 TCW Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Choker Necklace features octagon cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco 8.02Tcw Zambian Emerald Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Wt. :- 4.67 Ct. Earrings Size :- 22 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Line Tennis Bracelet
Located in Diera, Dubai
brilliant cut diamonds set closely together. The bracelet incorporates a single emerald placed amongst the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

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

Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cut. The emerald is completely encircled by a halo of smaller, brilliant cut diamonds. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Inspired Emerald Baguette Diamond Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. Suspended from the diamond cascade is a single, vibrant green emerald watermelon cut bead. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Inspired Emerald Baguette Diamond Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
. Suspended from the diamond cascade is a single, vibrant green emerald watermelon cut bead. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Pendant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
White Gold Wt. :- 4.45 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 1.98 Ct. approx. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 &
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Zambian Emerald and Diamond Line 14 Karat White Gold Line Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Oval Zambian Emerald and Diamond Line 14 Karat White Gold Line Bracelet The design alternates
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Oval Zambian Emerald and Diamond Line 18 Karat White Gold Line Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Gold Wt. :- 11.73 gm Diamond Wt. :- 2.62 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Link Bracelets

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

Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Oval Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cut emerald set in center with halo of diamond around the emerald and diamond studded on a band
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Rosior one-off Emerald and Diamond "Dragonfly" Brooch set in White Gold
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Emeralds with 3,74 ct; - 40 Emeralds with 1,07 ct; - 62 White Diamonds with 1,50 ct. Unique Piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Brooches

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold

1.8Ct Zambian Emerald 3.23Ct Diamond Floral Halo Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
brilliant-cut diamonds, arranged in a floral-inspired pattern. Emeralds are symbols of love, rebirth, and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Natural Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Wedding Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Natural Pear Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Wedding Ring features pear cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

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

Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Oval Emerald Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring features oval cut emerald set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Emerald Diamond Halo Engagement Ring 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Oval Emerald Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring features oval cut emerald set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Oval Shape Natural Emerald Gemstone Bracelet Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Oval Shape Natural Emerald Gemstone Bracelet Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Jewelry Featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels TCW 5.74 18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This TCW 5.74 18K White Gold Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings feature a vivid oval cut emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

3.97Ct Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cut emerald set in center with diamond halo around and three pear cut diamonds set on left and right
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

3.97Ct Natural Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cut emerald set in center with diamond halo around and three pear cut diamonds set on left and right
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels TCW 5.74 14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This TCW 5.74 14K White Gold Emerald Diamond Cluster Stud Earrings feature a vivid oval cut emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

6Ct Zambian Emerald Natural Diamond Stud Earrings Gift 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
(AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Zambian Emerald Weight :- 6 ct. Earrings Size : 24 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Ascher Zambian Emerald Diamond Halo Cluster Stud Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
earring lies a vivid square-cut emerald. The emeralds are surrounded by a halo of brilliant white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Statement Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Triple Halo 18k White Gold Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
graduating halos of round brilliant-cut diamonds, set closely to form a pave diamond frame. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Statement Pear Shape Emerald Diamond Triple Halo 14k White Gold Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
graduating halos of round brilliant-cut diamonds, set closely to form a pave diamond frame. Emeralds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

5.1 Carat Pear Emerald Marquise Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
pear shaped emerald gemstone at the center, framed beautifully by a halo of marquise cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Emerald Vintage Ring, 14k Gold Ring with Emerald!
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
) Central gemstone: Natural emerald Color: Vivid green Oval cut, 0.80 ct. approx Clarity: Transparent with
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2010s Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

TCW 13.61 Zambian Emerald Diamond Chain Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Women Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This TCW 13.61 Zambian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace features a graceful long
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

5.1 Carat Pear Emerald Marquise Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
pear shaped emerald gemstone at the center, framed beautifully by a halo of marquise cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Natural 1.17Ct Zambian Emerald Pear Diamond Halo 14 Karat White Gold Ring
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald in center with diamonds around the pear making a halo design. Two pear cut diamonds set on each
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Natural Cushion Zambian Emerald Diamond Three Stone Ring 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
cushion cut emerald gemstone set in center with diamonds set on each side making it three stone style ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

9.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
9.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry The design features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

9.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
9.24 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18k White Gold Fine Jewelry The design features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Spectrum Jewels TCW 10.8 Zambian Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Hoop Earrings
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This TCW 10.8 Zambian Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Hoop Earrings feature vivid pear cut emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Diamond Wreath Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
masterfully set with oval cut emeralds set with mixed cut diamonds set in the round shape making the garland
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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5 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 5 ct emerald cut diamond for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 55 vintage editions and 147 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 5 ct emerald cut diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th 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 accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing 5 ct emerald cut diamond — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Jerome, Hancocks and Tiffany Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 mixed cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our 5 ct emerald cut diamond for sale are for women, but there are 53 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 5 Ct Emerald Cut Diamond?

On average, a 5 ct emerald cut diamond at 1stDibs sells for $10,750, while they’re typically $616 on the low end and $4,450,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.