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Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring (Approx. 0.70-Carats) with Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond, Aquamarine Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 2.54 Grams Shipping Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Green Emerald Cut Tsavorite Diamond Solitaire 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
: Tsavorite Shape: Emerald Cut Size: 5.7 x 4.5 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 1.00 Carat (approx. total weight) Accent
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Diamond Solitaire 9K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Gorgeous 9k white gold ring, beautifully decorated with an emerald cut blue topaz. The center peice
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring (Approx. 0.80-Carats) with Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, Aquamarine Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping Information: This item is shipped with full
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Octagon Cut 22.9 Ct Zambian Emerald Tennis Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Jewelry Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
features numerous emeralds. The stones are uniformly cut into a emerald cut. The emeralds are aligned end
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Halo Ring (Approx. 2.40-Carats), Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, tapered baguette-cut diamonds lend a sleek, Art Deco-inspired touch, creating a harmonious balance of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Platinum

14k White Gold Octagon Cut Emerald Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Exuding timeless elegance, these 14k White Gold Octagon Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Cocktail ring Large emerald cut citrine 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
. Its centerpiece is a magnificent emerald-cut citrine, boasting a vibrant yellow-gold hue that's simply
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20th Century British Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.14 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Emerald Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Montgomery, AL
Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Head Width: 7.5mm Head Height: 6mm Shank Width: 1.8mm
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Round Cut Diamond Green Emerald Halo Stud 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
These stunning diamond and emerald earrings feature an Art Deco design, centered with a round cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.18ct 14K Dark Green Emerald Cut Solitaire Ring with Gold Freeform Band
Located in Jupiter, FL
its bold and artistic form. Showcasing a lush dark-green emerald-cut emerald, the gemstone is securely
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2010s Zambian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.70-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
the emerald-cut diamond is a luminous halo of old European-cut diamonds, collectively weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Minimalist 14K Solid Yellow Gold Octagon Cut Emerald Signet Ring Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luminous 14K yellow gold, this elegant ring showcases a stunning 2.76 ct emerald-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Square Cut Natural Emerald Diamond Three-Stone Minimalist Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant three-stone ring features a square-cut natural emerald at the center, weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

0.32 Carat Pear Cut and 0.10 Round Cut Emerald Diamond Accents 14KW Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
. This Ring is made up of 6x4 mm Pear-Cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.32 carat, 2.0 mm Square-cut Emerald (2 pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.56 Carat Emerald Cut Tanzanite Ring in 18K White Gold with Rose Cut Diamonds
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
white gold. Centered by a vivid emerald cut tanzanite weighing 2.56 carats, this design highlights the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Emerald, 18k Gold, Wh...

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings have 0.12 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also 0.40 Carat of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Sterling...

antique Emerald Bracelet – 15 Green Emeralds (Approx. 78 ct)
Located in Berlin, BE
baroque-cut emeralds in a beautiful vibrant green hue. With a total weight of approximately 15.6g (≈78 ct
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20th Century German Art Deco Charm Bracelets

Materials

Emerald

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Engagement Ring (GIA Approx. 0.5-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
emerald cut diamond weighing approx. 0.5-carats. Graded I in color and VS2 in clarity, the center stone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Halo Ring (Approx. 7.60-Carats) w/ Sapphire, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Art Deco-style ring is a true masterpiece, showcasing a breathtaking approx. 7.60
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Platinum

Distinctive Square Cut Emerald and Diamond Bracelet Studded in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
every stylish woman. Adorn your wrist with this beautiful square cut emerald and diamond bracelet in 18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

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

No Treatment Emerald Ring Asscher Cut (GIA Gubelin Approx 2.6-Carats) Platinum
Located in New York, NY
magnificent emerald are two GIA-certified Asscher-cut diamonds, weighing approx. 0.70-carats, respectively
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

9.11 Carats Octagon Cut Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Octagon Cut Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Kunzite Diamond Prong-Set Ring (Approx. 2.80-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite gemstone ring showcases a vibrant, emerald-cut natural kunzite as its centerpiece
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Kunzite, Platinum

Asscher Cut Emerald Ring (Approx. 1.50-Carats), Diamond Double Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
. Together, these antique diamonds enhance the ring’s Art Deco-inspired design, lending a timeless
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

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Emerald, Platinum

1.90 Carat Marquise Cut Natural Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring
By Be Jolie
Located in New York, NY
Marquise cut emerald accompanies with 16 round brilliant cut diamonds 0.53 Carat Total Diamond Weight E-G
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Tanzanite AAAA Emerald Cut 25.47 Cts December Birthstone Loose Gemstone
Located in New York, NY
, Cushion cut, Rectangular cushion cut, Emerald cut, Heart shape, Marquise and other fancy shapes. We have a
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tanzanite

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring (Approx. 1.80-Carats), Three-Stone Platinum
Located in New York, NY
, Resizable Metal: Platinum Stone: Aquamarine, Diamond Stone Cut: Step Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.8-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 4.16 Grams Shipping Information: This item is shipped with full
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings have 0.50 Carats of White Rose Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have also 0.70 Carat of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Charming Antique Brooch with Emerald and Old Cut Diamonds
Located in Lucerne, CH
: 27, 0.79 carats total Cut: Old-cut Emerald: 1.20 carats Cut: Emerald cut Total weight: 6.56 g
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Amwaj Jewellery 18k White Gold Marquise and Emerald Cut Diamond Earrings
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
An elegant 18K white gold Amwaj earring featuring the marquise and emerald cut diamonds. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Prong-Set Ring (Approx 1.80-Carats) w/ Diamonds, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This elegant ring showcases a richly saturated emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 2.80
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Natural Diamond and Emerald Heart Cut Mirrored Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
carats in heart-cut emeralds and 3.23 carats in heart-cut diamonds. Handmade with intention and attention
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2010s North American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.5-Carats), Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Platinum Stone: Diamond Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Shipping Information: This item is shipped
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

London Blue Topaz Onyx Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A striking and intriguing jewel, indeed. This bold and colorful Art Deco style ring highlights a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 0.70-Carats) Engagement, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 3.57 Grams Shipping Information: This item
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Enamel Yellow Gold "Horse" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold. This Pendant has a 0.10 Carats Emerald
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 1 Carat G SI Asscher Cut Diamond Emerald Engagement Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
.

 Condition: New Era: Art Deco Year: 2024 Metal: Platinum Diamond: Carat Weight: 1.00 Cut: Asscher Color: G
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2010s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.68 Carat Octagon Cut Emerald Pendant with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut emerald studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Gold 2.03tcw Emerald Cut Duo Men s Ring, Chunky Bezel Vertically Set Unisex
Located in Jupiter, FL
vertically set emerald-cut emeralds. Their captivating lush medium green hue, paired with semi-transparent
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2010s Zambian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

1920 s 1.50ct Emerald Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Ring
Located in New Orleans, LA
facet of life. Our exquisite 1.50 carat emerald-cut diamond ring, flanked by meticulously calibrated
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Rubies. These Earrings are available also with Emeralds or Blue Sapphires. All our Earrings have
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

1.47 Carat Emerald With Round and Baguette Cut Diamond 14K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
1.47 Carat Emerald with Round & Baguette Cut Diamond Side Stones 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring in
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified Emerald Cut Diamond 5.43 Carat Colombian Emerald Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handmade Art Deco Inspired Colombian and Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Engagement Ring Handmade in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold Anniversary Gift
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold Anniversary Gift Features a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

4.00 Carats, Natural Zambian Emerald Rose Cut Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and one of a kind, Emerald Engagement / Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K Gold 4.40ct Emerald Cut Solitaire Ring, Four Prong Bezel Set May Birthstone
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Shape: Emerald Cut Weight: 4.40-Carats Dimensions: 10.40mm x 8.30mm Clarity: Semi
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2010s Zambian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Halo Ring (Approx. 3.20-Carats) with Diamond, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite gemstone ring showcases a stunning approx. 3.20-carat emerald-cut aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Diamond Drop 14K White Gold Dangle Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Express yourself with these insanely stylish, stunningly detail earrings with emerald cut blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cushion Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Ring (GIA Approx. 1.10-Carat), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
piece. Encircling the center stone is a meticulously crafted halo of natural calibre-cut emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Rose Cut Diamonds Bangle with Carved Grill Made in 14k Gold Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14KT:8.280g, Diamond:23.71ct, SiIver:79.088g, EMERALD:18.85ct, Size: 58X31 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Sennet Freres Art Deco Brooch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s 14k by Sennet Freres, Hong Kong. In this magnificent brooch, Art Deco and the Chinese
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Vintage 1920s Hong Kong Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Casa Blanca Lily Cut White Topaz Green Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
French cut emeralds, as the flower protector.  Necklace Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 9K Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning 14K White Gold 1.7ct Emerald Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Experience the allure of this exquisite 14K white gold ring, featuring a dazzling 1.7ct emerald cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Morganite and Diamond Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Express yourself with these insanely stylish, stunningly detail earrings with emerald cut peach
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Rubellite Ring (Approx. 12.10-Carats) and Diamond Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamond, Rubellite Stone Cut: Emerald Cut Style: Art Deco Total Weight: 7.65 Grams Shipping Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum

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Art Deco Emerald Cut For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco emerald cut you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 563 vintage or 326 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect art deco emerald cut may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco emerald cut over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara, Tutti Frutti Jewellery and Single Stone are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An art deco emerald cut of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 594, is particularly popular. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art deco emerald cut, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Deco Emerald Cut?

The price for an art deco emerald cut starts at $227 and tops out at $650,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $8,998.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.