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6.91ct 18K Colombian Emerald-Pear Cut Black Diamond Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
setting and an oxidized black rim. A 1.60-carat black diamond accents the top of the emerald. This is an
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Graduated Bezel Set 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Graduated Bezel Set 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Necklace showcases timeless elegance with its
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2010s American Modern Necklace Enhancers

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

0.79 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.79-carat emerald cut ruby. The center stone is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.77 Carat Emerald Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.77-carat emerald cut vibrant red color Ruby. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.05tcw Vintage Oval Emerald Diamond Necklace 14K Gold Emerald Anniversary
Located in Jupiter, FL
A vintage, 5.05 carat Colombian emerald and diamond bib gold necklace. Handcrafted in solid 14k
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2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

0.78 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.78 carat emerald cut blue sapphire. The center stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.72 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.72-carat emerald cut dark and vibrant blue color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.96 Carat Emerald Cut Pink Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace showcasing a 0.96-carat emerald cut vibrant pink color Sapphire. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold GIA Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
fiery diamonds throughout. The incredible center stone is emerald step cut and neatly milgrain bezel set
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Gin and Grace Emerald-Cut Morganite 14K Rose Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A minimalist yet elegant necklace featuring a stunning 1.5ct emerald-cut clear crystal Morganite
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Emerald Cut Citrine and Diamond Three Station Snake Chain Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely station necklace adds a rich, golden touch to your look! Beautiful emerald cut citrine
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Drop and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
carat Emerald cut Natural Emerald, bezel set in Platinum, hanging from a Diamond medallion with 0.76
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

0.90 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Pendant with 0.70 ct Diamond Halo in 18W/Y ref1312
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
by a shimmering halo of brilliant-cut diamonds. The lush green of the emerald—symbolizing renewal and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

32 Carat Pear Cabochon Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Drop Emerald Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional 18K yellow gold drop necklace featuring a striking pear-shaped cabochon emerald
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1990s Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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

0.92tcw 14K Emerald Pendant Charm with Diamond Accent Emerald Cut Prong Set
Located in Jupiter, FL
Presenting our dazzling Emerald and Diamond Starburst Medallion, a radiant masterpiece that
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2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Antique 1.32 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive antique necklace is fine quality set with impressive emeralds and old cut diamonds
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Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Onyx Panther Panthere Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Pendant
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold

18.00tcw AAA+ Colombian Emerald Heart Diamond Tennis Lariat Necklace 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is an incandescent, Muzo green Colombian emerald heart and diamond lariat/tennis necklace
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2010s Colombian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Coral Diamonds Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
composition lies a cabochon-cut emerald, set in a yellow gold bezel that enhances its deep green color and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

ART DECO 1935 Stations Necklace Sautoir In Platinum European Diamonds Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Colombian green emeralds. Diamonds: Mounted in bezel settings, with 26 calibrated European round brilliant
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum

Platinum 18K White Gold Pearl, Emerald, and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
diamonds totaling approximately 2.27 carats, 10 round brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.84 carats, and 54
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Vintage 1960s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Unique 18 Karat White Gold Round Emerald Cut 2.46 Cttw. Diamond Necklace
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
Absolutely stunning! This completely unique diamond necklace boasts 80 bezel set VS, G-H diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k White Gold AGL Colombian Emerald Baguette Diamond 26.92ctw Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Super Elegant Substantial AGL Colombian Emerald w/ Diamond Statement Necklace. Must See In Person
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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

1.62 Carat Natural Emerald Bezel Set Diamond Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1920 Platinum Necklace with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
the eye, beautifully surrounded by a delicate pavé of six single-cut diamonds totaling 0.30 carats in
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6.42 Carat Floating Emerald with Diamond Emeralds in 18K Pendant Necklace
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
showcases some of the round-cut diamonds in a bezel setting. The pendant necklace is crafted from 18k white
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

22tcw 18K Gold Regal Emerald Diamond Choker Necklace Vivid Green Oval Emerald
Located in Jupiter, FL
remarkable luster. Carefully bezel-set with brilliant round-cut diamonds, these emeralds are embraced by a
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2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco 7.75 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
, bezel set in platinum and surrounded by a single row of old mine cut Diamonds, suspended from a single
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Mid-20th Century Colombian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

André Vassort 18k Gold Colombian Emerald Heart Necklace Sapphire Diamond GIA
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This French 18k yellow gold necklace by André Vassort features a carved Colombian emerald heart
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Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

C. Dunaigre 13 Carat Heart Shape Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
necklace with a halo of round brilliant cut diamonds.
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Angara Natural Bezel-Set Emerald-Cut 1.5 ct Amethyst Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
is crafted in 14K Solid Gold. The emerald cut intense purple gemstone is mounted in a horizontal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Gems Are Forever 1.18 Carat Heart Shaped Emerald and Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Gems Are Forever
Located in beverly hills, CA
elegant necklace. It is set in fine bezel. The platinum cable link chain is decorated with 8 round
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Necklace in 18 Carat 18 KT Gold Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Drapery necklace in 18 karat white gold, emeralds and diamonds. It is made up of 17 pompadour
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

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

15.84tcw 14K Natural Oval Emerald Round Diamond Brooch Medium Green Bezel Set
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elevate your style with our exquisite Natural Emerald & Diamond Brooch, a harmonious blend of
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2010s Zambian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

6.36tcw 18K Vintage Colombian Emerald Pear Diamond Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a grand Colombian emerald and diamond vintage lariat necklace. This necklace boasts an
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Late 20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold GIA 14.01ctw Emerald Diamond Heart Enhancer Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- 1 Natural Genuine Emerald - Great Heart Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Vivid Green Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Yellow Gold Floral Necklace with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Boone, NC
An 18k Yellow Gold Estate Necklace in a Floral Design with Diamonds and Emeralds. The majority of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.85 Carat Mixed-Shape Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
elegant mix of emerald-cut, oval, pear, marquise, and round brilliant diamonds, each meticulously bezel
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

8.85 Carat Mixed-Shape Bezel Set Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
elegant mix of emerald-cut, oval, pear, marquise, and round brilliant diamonds, each meticulously bezel
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 5 Carat Emerald Diamond Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Emerald & Diamond Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold. This necklace features an emerald-cut
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20th Century North American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

58.73Ct Zambian Emerald 28.03Ct Diamond Wedding Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
58.73Ct Zambian Emerald 28.03Ct Diamond Wedding Necklace 14 Karat White Gold This stunning necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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

HRD Certified 58.73Ct Emerald 28.03Ct Diamond Wedding Necklace 18K White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
HRD Certified 58.73Ct Emerald 28.03Ct Diamond Wedding Necklace 18K White Gold This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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

Roman Malakov 0.80 Carat Emerald Cut Blue Sapphire Double Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stunning pendant necklace, featuring a 0.80 carat emerald cut blue sapphire, bezel-set on
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Reversible Diamond and Emerald Quatrefoil Chain Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
2.5" of a 17.5" necklace. The bezel of each quatrefoil is set with a diamond facing one way and an
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

Signed Rosaria Varra Angel-Skin Coral Emerald Bead and Diamond Opera Necklace
By Rosaria Varra
Located in Miami, FL
coral alternating with polished emerald bead and bezel set round diamonds. The estimated weight of the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Coral, Emerald, Platinum

Victorian 18K Gold Silver Necklace W/ Emeralds, Pearl Diamonds
Located in Venice, CA
pearl given its luminescence and age of the necklace. There are 12 rose cut diamonds measuring between
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 1.18 Carats Emerald Diamond Double Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable pendant necklace, showcasing a 1.18 carats emerald cut emerald, set on an eight prong
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

GRS Certifed Minor Oil 8.58 Carat Heart Shape Minor Oil Emerald Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
GRS Certified Minor Oil 14 Carat Heart Shape Colombian Emerald Diamond Necklace. This stunning
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art-Deco 1925 Platinum Necklace With VS Diamonds Colombian Vivid Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Colombian emeralds and European cut diamonds. The main pendant is designed with a dangle section typical
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

1900s 3.53ct Cabochon Cut Emerald and 5.89ct Diamond Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
bezel set, cushion cut emerald encompassed with twelve Old European cut diamonds. The pendant is
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces

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

23.06tcw AAA+ Top Grade Emerald Diamond Sleek Statement Necklace Gold 18K
Located in Jupiter, FL
necklace. An extraordinary 3.85 carat, earth-mined emerald weighs 3.85 carats and is bezel set in sleek
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2010s Colombian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.81 Carat Heart Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald heart and diamond necklace pendant. GIA Certified 1.81 carat natural heart shaped emerald
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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

Halo Emerald Diamond Necklace in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
SGL. This elegant necklace features a deep green emerald-cut gemstone pendant, encircled by a double
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

3.75 Carat Emerald Diamond Multi Strained Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold studded with square cut emeralds. Accessorize your look with this
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

22.20tcw Fine Quality Colombian Pear Emerald Diamond Accent Statement Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is an extraordinary and large Muzo green Colombian emerald and diamond statement necklace
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2010s Colombian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

27 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Chandelier Regal Choker Necklace in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
27.42 Carat total natural Colombian emerald and diamond chandelier regal design choker necklace in
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1990s Colombian Retro Choker Necklaces

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

Vintage 4 Carat Tension Set Colombian Emerald Diamond Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Natural emerald and diamond choker necklace in 18k gold. Fixed with a textured polished finish
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1990s Colombian Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact emerald cut diamond bezel necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing emerald cut diamond bezel necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alexandra Mor and Roman Malakov each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also asscher cut and heart cut versions for sale. Finding an emerald cut diamond bezel necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Emerald Cut Diamond Bezel Necklace?

The price for an emerald cut diamond bezel necklace starts at $1,445 and tops out at $28,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,500.

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.  

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal

Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.

This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.