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5 Ct Oval Shape Emerald 1 Ct Diamond Pendant 14 Kt White Gold with Chain
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat White Gold With Chain This
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 0.50 Ct Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.5 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & 0.50 Ct Diamond Stud Earrings 14 Kt White Gold This exquisite pair
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon & Diamond Pendant Emerald is about 5 carat
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 6.22 Ct Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Wedding Eternity Band
By Simon Ardem
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Eternity Band set in Platinum. 20 Emerald cut diamonds = 6.22 ct. Color: D(9 stones)-E(5
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

3.2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald 0.25 Ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Vintage ring Approximately 3.2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified Ct 5, 14 of Zambia Emerald and Diamonds on Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
cabochon cut of 5,14 carats , fine quality , and natural diamonds in baguettes and round brilliant cut of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon & Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.5 Ct Natural Emerald Cut Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.5 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Kt Yellow Gold Ring Estate piece
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Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

24 Ct Emerald cut Checker Board Citrine Diamonds Cocktail Ring 14 KYG, Estate
Located in New York, NY
24 Ct Emerald cut Checker Board Citrine Diamonds Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, Estate
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.58 Carat Emerald Ring 0.56 Ct Trillion Cut Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt :- 7.58 ct Ring Size :- 7 US & All size available
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
total approximately 5 carats, accompanied by brilliant round cut diamonds. Each emerald is 2.5 ct . The
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
total approximately 5 carats, accompanied by brilliant round cut diamonds. Each emerald is 2.5 ct . The
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro 7.40 Ct Diamond Ruby Emerald 18 Kt Dragonfly Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
diamonds totalling approx 2.50 Ct (H-VS/SI) – 5 round and 2 pear faceted cut natural rubies totalling
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Vintage 1940s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

8.5 Ct Emerald cut Natural Lapis Lazuli + Diamond Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold, 5.5 S
Located in New York, NY
golden streak creates a captivating visual contrast. There are 5 brilliant cut diamonds on all 4 corner
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 1 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and 1 Carat Diamond Ring Platinum Size 5 A classic
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Natural 2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Ring in Platinum, Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2 Carat Natural Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring in Platinum , Estate Size 5.2 A
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut 5 Carat Treated Ruby and 1 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
7X10 Emerald Cut Approximately 5 Carat Treated Ruby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Size 6.5
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

5 Carat Rubellite Red Tourmaline Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Emeralds with an approx. total weight of 0,25 ct all surrounded by 0,50 of colorless round brilliant cut
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage 1970s Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
emerald cut cluster ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with a 18k white gold diamond setting. The
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

12 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon 4 Ct Diamond Stud Earring 14 KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
cut round Diamonds around the stones. each emerald is surrounded by 2 ct of round brilliant cut
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

23.09 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Diamond Tennis Bracelet consists of 49 Links of graduated Emerald Cut diamonds set in platinum
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

5 Carat Rubellite Red Tourmaline Heart Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Emeralds with an approx. total weight of 1 ct all surrounded by 0,50 of colorless round brilliant cut pave
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Late 20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

7 Carat Natural Square Emerald 1.5 Ct Diamond Ring in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 7 Carat Natural Square Emerald & 1.5Ct Diamond Ring In Platinum size 5 I am selling
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

New African 5 Ct Emerald Green Garnet Sapphire Tsavorite Sterling Ring
Located in Eagan, MN
exquisite. It is a highly rated stone. It is an oval cut stone and is 5 Cts The main stone is 10.3 x 8.7
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Garnet, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver

4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 4 Carat Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold A Classic
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Early 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 2/5 Carat Emerald and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
, 62 Round 2/5 ct. brilliant cut diamonds , 2 pc. Square princess-cut 1/6 ct. diamond in a prong
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

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

6.5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 6.5 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon & Diamond Pendant in 14 K white gold Emerald
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
sapphire. 1, 4.02 ct octagonal step cut (Asscher) 9.10 x 8341 x 5 .19mm. The color is a very bright
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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

4.0 Ct Natural Oval Shape Emerald Diamond Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
cut diamonds , approximately 0.75 ct diamonds Emeralds have black dots or inclusions as all natural
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 9 X 5 Marquise Cut Emerald And Diamond Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Ct Oval Cut Treated Ruby 0.85 Ct Natural Diamond Halo Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
1.25 Ct Oval Cut Treated Ruby & 0.85 Ct Natural Pave Diamond Hidden Halo Engagement Ring with size
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2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certified 18K Gold Green Zambian Emerald 5/8 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
emeralds are known to be the most high quality of emeralds. Earrings have approximately 5/8 ct. tdw. and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

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

Natural 3.2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald Pear Emerald Ring 18 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately Natural 3.2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & Two pear shape emerald Ring 18 Karat white
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

11 Ct Natural Emerald Zambia Cabochon Diamond Stud Earring 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
matching pair made in 14 Karat Rose gold Emerald origin is Zambia Brilliant cut diamonds are surrounding
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

4 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald 1.3 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate
Located in New York, NY
Emerald & 1.3 Ct Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring Estate Gold: 18 Karat white gold , Weight: 8 gram Two
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald and Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 5 Carat Oval Shape Natural Emerald & Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14 Karat White
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
emerald cut 1.04 ct Natural Emerald framed by six baguette cut diamonds and two Trillion diamonds. Circa
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

5 Carat Oval Shape Emerald and Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
5 Carat Oval Shape Natural Emerald & Diamond Omega Back Earrings 14 Karat Yellow Gold Two emerald
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2010s Lever-Back Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4 Ct Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Ring Past Present Future 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
inclusions in the emeralds as all natural emeralds have inclusions. Brilliant cut round diamonds are set on
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2010s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum Step Cut Diamond w/Green Emeralds Vintage Engagement Ring
Located in Addison, TX
Top of Ring: 3.36mm Center Diamond Details Shape: Step Cut Carat Weight: .75 CT Color: E Clarity
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18 Kt. Yellow Gold Band Ring with 0.90 Ct Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
, sapphires, emeralds of approx. 0.90 ct in total and with 18 brilliant cut diamonds of approx. 0.27 ct in
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Early 2000s European Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

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

6 Carat Oval Shape Emerald 2 Ct Diamond Post Back Earrings 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
total approximately 6 carats, accompanied by brilliant round cut diamonds. Each emerald is 3 ct . The
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2010s Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 2 Carat Natural Cushion Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.8 Carat Natural Zambian Emerald Cut Emerald Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
difficult to find. Emerald measurements 8 X 10 mm which is approximately 3.8 Ct 14 karat Yellow Gold 5
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Cluster Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
These Diamond Cluster Pear Cut Emerald Drop Earrings 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry feature a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Luxurious Style Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald and Diamond pendant in 14K Gold. It has a pear cut emerald studded with diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.8 Carat Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2.8 Carat Pear Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 8 Pear shape
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Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

1948 Nordic Ring 0.8 ct Emerald Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 6US / 2.6g
Located in SE
/ emerald cut 5 mm x 4.8 mm x 3 mm deep / ca. 08 ct and flanked with two old diamond cut Diamonds in round
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Vintage 1940s Swedish Neoclassical Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Natural Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Bracelet Made in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Emerald Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 25 endlessly sparkling natural emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

Natural Pear Zambian Emerald Earrings SI/H Brilliant Cut Diamond White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
. :- 2.54 gm 14k White Gold Wt. :- 1.83 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.14 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 10k Gold

1 Carat Pear Cut Emerald and 0.8ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1 Carat Pear Cut Emerald & 0.80 ct Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 8 2 Pear
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Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

7.86 ct Emerald Tennis Bracelet 18k Solid White Gold, Christmas Gift For Grandma
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
octagon cut emerald set with diamonds after each emerald to make you stand out on any occasion or event
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Smoky Topaz Gemstone Ring Diamond Pave Handmade 18 Karat Gold Silver
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Weight :- 0.20 gm Approx Diamond Weight :- 0.40 ct. Approx ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Topaz Weight :- 4.00
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, Silver

Freshwater Pearl Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
pearl as the centerpiece surrounded by small diamonds and one 1/2 ct emerald cut diamond. Pair with
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Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
brilliant cut diamonds and 12 baguette emeralds set in classic 14K yellow gold. Width: 5 mm. Shank: 2 mm
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Emerald Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
white Gold > Gemstone - Emerald > Gemstone Weight - 4.25 ct > Gemstone pcs - 1 > Gemstone shape
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2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Garnets, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Diamonds, Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
silver flowers studded with diamonds and sapphire,emerald and ruby. As closure,a silver clasp. This
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Silver

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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.