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Art Deco Style LapisLazuli Jade Gold Diamond Emerald Blue Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
On the top of these classy Art Deco Style Earrings we have 2 round Lapis Lazuli buttons with small
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2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

Bella Rosa Jewelers GIA Certified Colombian Emerald Art Deco Style Ring
By Belrose Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: Art Deco Year: 2024 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Colombian Emerald Carat Weight: 2.59 Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Antique Diamond Emerald Platinum Pin Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A top-quality brooch with fine gem emerald and diamonds made in the early Art Deco movement, circa
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Vintage 1920s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style Mosaic 10.05 Carat Emerald Statement Coomi Watch Style Bracelet
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning Art Deco Style Mosaic Bracelet set in 20 karat Yellow Gold with 10.05cts Emeralds and
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Retro 24 Carat Emerald Cut Cabochon Green Tourmaline Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1930's to 1940 Retro Art Deco dangle domed green Tourmaline earrings in rose gold settings
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Early 20th Century Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Emerald Diamond Vintage Inspire Art Deco Style Link White Gold Unique Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
This elegant Art Deco-style link bracelet features vibrant emeralds at the heart of each link
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.32 Carat Emerald, 6.13 Carat Diamond and Platinum Bracelet Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
four impressive channel set square faceted cut emeralds, completing the stepped Art Deco design. The
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Bullet Diamond Green Emerald Art Deco Style Drop 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
These Art Deco inspired drop earrings features 0.96 carats of total diamonds and 3.75 emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 0.80ct Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A vivid green emerald 0.80 carat takes centre stage in this Art Deco cluster ring. The classically
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Art Deco Style Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This exquisite ring is handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 1.62 carats emerald and .91
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald Cut Peridot Amethyst and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
At the heart of this Art Deco–inspired ring shines an emerald-cut Peridot, vivid and radiant
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.50 Carat Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Art Deco Revival Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring. Centering a securely nestled
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut Aquamarine Ring (Approx 6.30-Carats) Emeralds Halo, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This striking gemstone ring centers an emerald-cut aquamarine weighing approximately 6.30 carats
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2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Marcus Co Platinum Diamond No Oil Emerald Engagement Ring - GIA
By Marcus Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco Marcus Co Platinum Diamond No Oil Emerald Engagement Ring - GIA. This
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco full set diamond necklace with emerald 18k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
diamonds in various cuts, totaling approximately 5 carats. At the center of the diamond shape is a
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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco 1920s Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Panel Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco emerald, diamond, platinum and yellow gold ring, comprising one square cut emerald, and
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring
Located in London, GB
bright white transitional cut diamonds. The emerald is a chunky square shape, providing a striking
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Vintage 1920s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 1940 Gia Certified Platinum Bracelet 16.62 Diamonds Colombian Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco platinum bracelet with Diamonds and Emeralds. An important piece from the late American
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This ring is crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 1.86 carats emerald & .30 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Emeralds Gold Diamonds Enamels Burma Jade Round Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these classic totally handmade Art Deco Style earrings
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Vintage 1980s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Alternate Green Emerald Diamond Eternity Band 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Inspired by the Art Deco period, this Aimée ring features 0.86 carats of alternate round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

10.25 Carat Light Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Large Blue Aquamarine And Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring. Stunning platinum ring with a large
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20th Century Anklets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1930s 13.50 Carat Diamond Bracelet with Emeralds and Onyx
Located in New York, NY
 carats, 3 Emerald cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.50 carats, and Old European cut
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Style Emerald Cabs Enamel Gold Diamonds Carved Jade Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
On the top of these classic Art Deco Style we have 4 Emerald Oval cabs 6x7 mm. set in gold bezel
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

Sophia D Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Mosaic Platinum Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
An architectural Art Deco mosaic design centered with a 1.52-carat natural hexagonal-cut diamond
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2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.22tcw 14K Colombian Emerald-Emerald Cut Round Cut Diamond Vintage Ring
Located in Jupiter, FL
and semi-transparent eye clarity. Ever so beautiful, single cut diamonds shield around the emeralds
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2010s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

1.87 Carat 8x8 Art Deco Green Colombian Emerald - Asscher Cut May Birthstone Gem
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stone: Emerald Weight: 1.87-carats Shape: Asscher Cut Clarity: Transparent Luster: Very Good-Good
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2010s Colombian Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald 22k Yellow Gold Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald 22K Yellow Gold Ring 22K Gold - 9.35 Gm Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Square Green Emerald Diamond White Gold Line Tennis Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A gorgeous gemstone line bracelet from the Art Deco era! , this fabulous piece features an
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Jade Gold Diamonds Emeralds Black Enamel Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings we have the tops with 2 Jade discs with small diamonds set
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1990s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring Platinum Portuguese 1940s/1950s
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Engagement Ring in Platinum, by Portuguese goldsmith Carlos Joaquim
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Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style Jade Blue Sapphires Emeralds Gold Enamel Diamonds Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
make simple-chic Art Deco style jewellery, completely handmade and using the typical gemstones of that
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Inspired 5.87 Carat Heart Shaped Colombian Emerald Diamond Plat Ring 7
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Inspired 5.87 Carat Heart Shaped Colombian Emerald and Diamond Platinum Ring This amazing
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

18 Karat Gold 2.18 Carat Diamond and Emerald Art-Deco Style Ring
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 2.18 Carat Diamond and Emerald Art-Deco Style Ring Elevate your personal style with
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2010s Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Jade Coral Emeralds Black Enamel Gold Diamonds Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Rubies Emeralds Gold Red Enamels Diamonds Jade Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings in the upper part we have 2 oval Ruby cabochons measuring
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of White Modern Round Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 0.70 Carats Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire. Size
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, S...

Art Deco Style Jade Amethyst Emeralds Red Enamel Gold Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 round Amethyst buttons with small round
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, Enamel

ART-DECO Platinum Clips-On Clusters Earrings With 6.24 Ctw Diamonds Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Art-deco clips-on earrings with diamonds & emeralds. This is a beautiful pair of clusters clips-on
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style White Gold Emeralds Diamonds Black Enamel Jade Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Gold Emeralds Sapphires Diamonds Natural Turquoise Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these Art Deco Style handmade earrings 2 good quality Natural Turquoise plain drops measuring 20
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings have 1.20 Carats of Round Cut Emeralds. These Earrings are available also with Rubies or
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Eternity Band
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Brand new and made for CAMPANELLI & PEAR this Art Deco inspired band boasts 0.58 Cttw square step
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Necklace has also a 0.30 Carats Modern Round Cut Emerald. This Necklace has also its matching
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

AIG Certified 18.00 Cts Diamonds 9.00 Cts Zambian Emeralds 18K ART DECO Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Introducing another Masterpiece family in fabulous Art Decó design, so original and refined style
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1930 Convertible Pendant Brooch Platinum 11.73 Ctw Diamonds Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco gem set brooch with emeralds. Magnificent piece of jewelry, created during the art
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style 0.20 Carat Emerald Yellow Gold Dangle Lever-Back Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
have 0.20 Carats of Emeralds. These Earrings are available also with Rubies, Blue Sapphires or White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Illusion Setting Diamond Blue Sapphire Emerald Art Deco Style White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
diamond is accented by French cut sapphires and emeralds. This is a perfect piece for an engagement or a
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Link Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This elegant Art Deco-style link bracelet features vibrant emeralds at the heart of each link
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Solitaire Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
of forever. Ring Information Style: Art-deco Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Total weight: 3.27 g. (approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Asscher Cut Diamond Platinum Vintage Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an Asscher cut diamond weighing 1.45 carats H color with VS2 clarity - set with wide
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Baroque Pearls Gold Emeralds Diamonds Enamel Grey Pearls Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic Art Deco Style earrings with the top with 2 round flat Fresh Water pearls 14 mm in diameter
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2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco style Platinum 1.19 ct. Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Braintree, GB
A platinum Art Deco-style ring featuring a square-cut emerald (1.19 ct) framed by calibre-cut
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Early 2000s European Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Handcrafted White Diamond Emerald Turquoise Yellow Gold Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. These Earrings have 0.60 Carats of Round Cut Emeralds. These Earrings have Cabochon Cut Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterli...

Gems Are Forever Art Deco Inspired Handcrafted 0.81 Ct Heart Emerald and Diamond
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
Inspired by beautiful lines and symmetry of Art Deco Era, this pendant necklace centers a 0.81
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style Gold Rubies Emeralds Diamonds Black Enamel Jade Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2 parts in 14 kt.white gold, 20 round full
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2010s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style White Gold Emeralds Diamonds Black Enamel Jade Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER In these classic Art Deco Style earrings the tops are 2
Category

Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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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.