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Black Enamel Cuff Bracelet Studs Chakra
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Black Enamel Chakra Cuff Bracelet – Seven Gemstones, 14K Gold-Plated Brass Designer: J
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2010s Indian Victorian Modern Bracelets

Materials

Tanzanite, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Whit...

Art Deco Style Carved Jade Emeralds Rubies Enamels Gold Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
diamonds and Black Enamel ,in the bottom parts we have 2 Hexagonal shape Engraved Jades 37 mm long and 14
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Drop Earrings Platinum Diamond Emerald Cushion Cut Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut diamonds. Black and white combos, such as diamond and black onyx, or black enamel create a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Style with Enamel, Emeralds Diamonds in 18K White Gold by Gübelin
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
goldsmithing. Adorned with 244 vivid round-cut emeralds totaling 1.88 carats and 252 brilliant-cut diamonds of
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco Modern Bracelets

Materials

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

Alexis NY Transparent Red Black Enamel Wrap Ring
Located in New York, NY
Alexis NY Transparent Red & Black Enamel Wrap Ring The body is made of sterling silver with a tone
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Style Carved Jade Gold Diamonds Rubies Emeralds Black Enamel Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
6x8 mm and 2 elements in White Gold, Diamonds and Black Enamel,while in the bottom parts we have 2
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Platinum Station Black Enamel Necklace with Diamonds, Pink Sapphires Ethiopian
Located in Bloomington, MN
is bezel-set and linked with diamond-set connectors accented by black enamel and emerald-cut pink
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum, Enamel

335 Carat 5-Strand Emerald Necklace with 6.5 Carat Diamond Enamel in 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Brilliant cut Diamonds, are making the spacers on both side of the necklace Set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold 28
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Bijoux Num Sterling Silver 6.5ct Simulated Diamond Black Enamel Bombe Dome Ring
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num Faux Diamond Black Enamel Bombe Dome Ring This bold cocktail ring features beautiful
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Other, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Deco Style Octagon Sky Blue Topaz Diamond Black Enamel White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
diamonds and black enamel which represents power, richness and passion. 14K White Gold. Ring Information
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

J DAUPHIN Chakra Star Cuff Bracelet Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
-painted black enamel Gemstones: Ruby, orange sapphire, yellow sapphire, emerald, tanzanite, blue sapphire
Category

2010s American Victorian Bangles

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Jade Donuts Black Onyx Rubies Gold Diamonds Red Enamel Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
,middle part in white gold,small full cut diamonds and red enamel,the bottom parts are 2 Jade donuts
Category

1990s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Frascarolo Vintage Enameled Diamond Lion Head Brooch 49.84 Grams
By Frascarolo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
& Enamel Weight 19.84 Grams Stones Diamond & Cabochon Emeralds Length 1.7 Inches / 43.18MM Period
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Style Natural Rock Crystal Cylinders, Black Onyx Emeralds Gold Diamonds
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
composed of 2 white gold elements with 16 round full cut diamonds and green Enamel ,in the bottom parts we
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 25 Carat Siberian Emerald 1880s American Handmade Old Cut Diamonds GIA
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian 25 Carat Siberian Emerald 1880s American Handmade Old Cut Diamonds GIA Finger size 7
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

David Webb Rubellite, Diamond, and Enamel Link Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
carats Diamond: Round-cut diamonds, totaling 4.84 carats Enamel: Black enamel detailing Measurement: 16
Category

20th Century American Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Black Onyx Art Deco Pyramid Style 14 Kt Gold Diamonds Emeralds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
with a Black Onyx Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow gold mounting,including full cut
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 18K Gold Platinum Diamond, Chrysoprase Black Enamel Jabot Pin
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
square sugar loaf chrysoprase cabochons, forty-four rose cut diamonds, and black enamel, set in platinum
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Maurice Fine Jewelry - Purple Amethyst Ring and Black Enamel
By Maurice Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold metal. The focal point of this piece is a striking 3.87 carat purple emerald-cut
Category

2010s North American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Enamel

Flower Diamonds Crystal Rock Enamel 18 Karat White Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
enamel and diamonds Brooch total weight 25.70 grams Diamonds total weight 0.17 karat Crystal rock weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Diamond Emerald 14 Karat Gold Evil Eye Heart Charm Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
enamel. Composition Size-25X19 MM Total Weight-3.48 Gold Weight(Gms)-3.324 Diamond Wt(Cts)-0.38 Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Emerald Diamond Tiger Bangle
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
. Lustrous black enamel stripes contrast beautifully against the gold and platinum, enhancing the tiger's
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

15CT Emerald and .08CTW Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Enamel, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Natural Emerald, Diamond, and Black Onyx Dangle Earrings
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold Natural Emerald, Diamond, and Black Enamel Dangle Earrings This impeccable shamrock
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2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Kutchinsky 18ct Gold Diamond and Enamel Cat Brooch
By Kutchinsky
Located in Braintree, GB
enamel detailing. The design is pavé-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds and accented with emerald eyes
Category

Vintage 1970s British Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tutti Frutti Style, Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
carved leaf sapphires and emeralds, accented by numerous round brilliant cut diamonds weighing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Tutti Frutti Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
include 2 large diamonds set on the ends of the rings. Made in 18k yellow gold with black enamel accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Natural Turquoise Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.20 Carats of Modern Round Cut Emeralds. These
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cougar Diamonds Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Gorgeous cougar ring in 18 karat yellow gold studded with diamonds and with two emeralds in the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Emerald Diamond Cross River Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
brilliant-cut diamonds. It is made with black enamel and textured 18K yellow gold and platinum. The bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb Platinum 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Tiger and Black Enamel Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
body alternating with black enamel stripes. The eyes are decorated with two pear cut green emeralds
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Carved Emerald Ruby Diamond Vintage Inspired Art Deco Style Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
carved and cabochon natural emeralds. The curvaceous border glistens with round cut diamonds and lines of
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Blue Enamel Greek Key Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
brilliant-cut White Diamonds total weight of 0.27 Carat and is finished with a unique Blue Enamel inlay
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Blac...

Gorgeous 18k White Gold, Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
with 'stripes' of pave-set round brilliant-cut diamonds, and black enamel, with an estimated total
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21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

David Webb Gold, Diamond and Emerald Tiger Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
resembles a tiger head, with cabochon emerald eyes and black enamel stripes, adorned with high-grade round
Category

20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

CORLETTO 1960 Enameled Flexible Feline Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
fully decorated with applications of white, black and red, hot enamels. The platinum part of the
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k ...

Green Onyx 14k Gold Black Onyx Emerald Cabs Carved Round Beads Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels. We always put particular attention
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Purple Jade Amethyst Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Rubies Emeralds Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels. We always put particular attention on the
Category

1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yell...

Art Deco Coral Emerald SI/H Diamond Pharaoh Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
, Gold links, Black and gold enamel sections and Diamond set connectors. Emeralds are symbols of love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Coral Emerald SI/H Diamond Pharaoh Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
, Gold links, Black and gold enamel sections and Diamond set connectors. Emeralds are symbols of love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 14k "REGARD" and Enamel Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
, Amethyst, a second Ruby, and a Diamond. The stones are all held within prong settings, and vary in cut. The
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Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels. We always put particular attention on the details of the
Category

1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lazuli and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels. We always put particular
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

C1690 18K Iberian Bow Form Ring with Table Cut Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Peninsula. This cluster ring is set with 7 table-cut deep diamonds totaling almost 1 carat in rubbed over
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Antique 1690s Spanish Baroque Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Cocktail Ring 18kt Gold Platinum with 2.65 Cts Emerald and Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
vivid green emerald of 1.35 carats. Embellished, with a pave setting composed by 13 round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style Emerald Diamond Wedding Ring for Her in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
intellectual capacity of the person. Designed with octagon cut emerald set in center with black enamel around
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

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

AIG Certified 23.42 Carats Zambian Emerald. 2.91 Carats Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
natural diamonds , in round brilliant cut, of 2,91 carats. F color VS clarity, and black part of enamel
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Platinum &18k Gold Black Striped Tiger with Emerald Ruby Pearl Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
, with circular-cut diamonds, emerald eyes, cabochon ruby atop of the head. Tiger is holding a cultured
Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Platinum 2.25ctw Diamond Emerald Sapphire Floral Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
single cut diamonds, six genuine emeralds and six natural sapphires. The colored stones in a way resemble
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, White Gold, Platinum

80 Carat "Mattress" Black Onyx Cushion Rubies Emeralds Sapphires 14K Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
) : genuine Jades, Turquoise , Lapis Lazuli and other color gemstones set in white Gold, Diamonds and Enamels
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2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum 18K 6 Carat Old Euro Diamond Emerald Rock Crystal Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
/ VS1-2 Accent Stones: Forty Eight Natural Cabochon Cut Emeralds With Black Enamel Trim Total Carat
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Leitão Irmão Late Art Deco Diamond Emerald Giardinetto Brooch Gold, 1940s
Located in Lisbon, PT
diamonds, the leaves set with similarly-cut diamonds surrounding a black enamel core, the vase pave-set
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Vintage 1940s Portuguese Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterli...

18K Yellow Gold 2 1/3 Cttw Diamond Treated Sapphire and Emerald Dog Necklace
Located in New York, NY
meets whimsy in a stunning interplay of gems and design. Framed by lustrous black enamel, the open dog
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Brooches

Materials

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

107 Carat Black Obsidian Ball Ruby Emerald Yellow Sapphire Cabs 14K Gold Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Diamonds and Enamels. We always put particular attention on the details of the antique jewels,like
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Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

25 Ct Natural Carved Emerald 10 Ct Diamond Art Deco Style 18 KW Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 25 Ct Natural Carved leaves Emerald & 10 Ct Diamond Art Deco Style 18 Karat White
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

1920 s Breguet Ladies Art Deco Vintage Watch - 18K White Gold, Diamond Emerald
By Breguet
Located in Suwanee, GA
Breguet set diamonds, two emeralds, and green enamel, the beautiful original case made for Breguet
Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

White Gold

David Webb Burma Ruby Colombian Emerald Pendant Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
century, circa 2010s, is crafted in a rich combination of metals including black enamel, 18K yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the emerald cut diamond black enamel you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Enamel and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 6 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect emerald cut diamond black enamel may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic emerald cut diamond black enamel over the years, but those made by Tutti Frutti Jewellery, Goshwara and Georgios Collections Inc are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any emerald cut diamond black enamel from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Emerald version from the 9 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes hexagon cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an emerald cut diamond black enamel, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Emerald Cut Diamond Black Enamel?

Prices for an emerald cut diamond black enamel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $650 and can go as high as $100,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,200.

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.