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Emerald Onyx and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This striking Art Deco style pendant showcases a vivid oval emerald at its center. Flanked on each
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

NO RESERVE - 1.30ct Emerald 0.25ct Diamonds, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emeralds Cut: Round
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! 2.71ct Emerald 0.35cttw Diamonds, 14K White Gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emeralds Cut: Oval
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

No Reserve! 1.38cttw Emeralds 0.25 Carat Diamonds, 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. ___________ Natural Emeralds Cut: Round Mixed Carat
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

$1 No Reserve! 2.60ct Pear Emerald 0.15ct Diamonds, 14k White Gold Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
pendant necklace of top quality Emerald. Center Emerald Stone: Weight: 2.60ct Color: Green Shape: Pear
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

$1 NO RESERVE - 1.23ct Emerald 0.15 Carat Diamonds, 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. Center Emerald Stone: Weight: 1.23 ct Color: Green Shape: Pear Mixed Cut CE(Oil): Moderate Side Stones
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! 0.95Ct Emerald 0.12Ct Diamonds - 14 kt. White gold - Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Weight: 0.12 cttw Color: Light Pink - N.Fancy Pink Clarity: VS2 to SI2 Item
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.40 Carat Emerald 0.60 Ct Diamonds, 14 Kt. Yellow Gold Ring
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Cut: Oval Mixed Carat: 2.40 ct Color: Green Side Stones: ___________ Natural Diamonds Cut: Round
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Diamond Emerald Halo Stud Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Back Center Gemstones Type: Diamond Shape: Emerald Cut Average Color: G Average Clarity: VS Size: 3.6
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE - 11.79Ct Emerald and 0.15 Carat Diamonds, 14K White Gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
luster, adorned by high quality natural diamonds. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emerald Cut: Oval
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.60 Carat Sapphire, Emerald, and Diamond Art Deco Style Earrings in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Sapphires and Emeralds to be found in another listing. The top of the earrings feature an Art Deco Design
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold 0.47ctw Diamond Emerald Wheat Milgrain Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
) Synthetic Emeralds - French Calibre Square Cut - Channel Set - Medium Green Color Total Carat Weight: 0.47
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

5.39 Carat Emerald and 0.35 Ct Diamonds - 14 kt. White gold - Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. Center Emerald Stone: Weight: 5.39 Ct Color: Deep Bluish Green Shape: Pear Mixed Cut Indications of
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

ART DECO 1925 Fabulous Snake Ring In Platinum And 6.47 Ctw Diamonds Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
ring created in France during the art-deco period, back in the 1925. The one-of-a-kind ring is gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Omega Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco inspired emerald and diamond white gold omega back earrings. Featuring one oval shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.00 Carat Long Emerald and 0.20 Ct Diamond, 14 kt. Yellow Gold, Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Mixed Cut & Emerald Step Cut Natural Diamonds Side Stones: Weight: 0.20 cttw Color: F-G Clarity: VS-SI
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
with diamond and French cut emeralds. The center diamonds is approximately 0.17 carat on each side
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 50.30 Carat Emeralds 1.26 Ct Diamonds 18 Kt. White Gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Emerald Cut: Multiple
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Handcut Onyx Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
earrings feature 0.30 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds set with geometric precision in the gold work
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Classic Halo Ring in Platinum with 3.23 Ctw in Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
: Accented around in a French pave setting, with 62 old European round cut diamonds, 1.24 carats, white
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 1930 Cocktail Bombe Ring In Platinum With 3.19 Ctw Diamonds And Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
European round cut diamonds, 1.26 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS/SI clarity. Emeralds: Mount in
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
French cut emerald and diamond-lined halo frames create a gorgeous design. Intricate all-over millgraine
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Illusion Set with Emerald Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
diamond is accented by French cut emeralds. This is a perfect piece for an engagement or a statement ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ceylon Sapphire Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Exude timeless sophistication with this Art Deco Style Engagement Ring, featuring an emerald-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

$1 NO RESERVE! 1.15 Carat Emerald 0.25 Ct Diamonds 14 Kt. White gold Earrings
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
: Green This natural Emerald has minor clarity enhancement. Side Stone: ___________ Natural Diamonds Cut
Category

2010s Israeli Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Art-Deco Style Tapered Baguettes Emerald Diamond Circular Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold art-deco style tapered baguettes emerald diamond circular pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold Art-Deco Style Tapered Baguettes Emerald Diamond Circular Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold art-deco style tapered baguettes emerald diamond circular pendant. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold Art-Deco Style Tapered Baguettes Emerald Diamond Circular Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat gold art-deco style tapered baguettes emerald diamond circular pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified Diamond 2.87 Carat and Gorgeous Emerald Art Deco Style Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
brilliant cut diamond 2.87 carat surrounding with fine quality french cut emeralds total weighing 1.40 carat.
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2010s American Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified Marquise Diamond with Emerald and Sapphire Art Deco Style Halo Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
at the center with French cut emerald, sapphire and round diamond in beautiful halo designs. Adorn
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Target Ring in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Centering an about 1.45 carat oval cut emerald, accented by French cut onyxes, enhanced by diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Emerald Diamond Wedding Engagement Ring 14 Karat White Gold Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Antique Art Deco - Edwardian Emerald and Diamond Wedding Ring Engagement Ring
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

2.75 Ct. Black Diamond Emerald Art Deco Inspired Stud Earrings in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Emerald Shape: French Cut Size: 1.7 mm. Number: 8 Weight: 0.24 Carat (approx. in total) These earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite art deco diamond and sapphire platinum bracelet has 23 carats of white diamonds and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Cut London Blue Topaz with Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring in Platinum
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco inspired platinum 950 London blue topaz with emerald and diamond ring. The ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Platinum

CHAUMET Paris 1930 Deco Pendant Brooch Platinum And 11.49 Ctw Emerald Diamonds
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
: Mounted in a French pave setting, with 120 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a total weight of
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Platinum

Certified 1 Ct. Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Target Ring in Platinum 950
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco inspired target ring, boasting a central bezel set GIA certified 1 carat diamond with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Illusion Set Diamond and Emerald Art Deco Style Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
four rows of French cut emeralds and shimmering round diamonds. A stunning Art Deco style engagement
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 1.33 Carat Emerald - 14 kt. Gold - Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
. Center Emerald Stone: Weight: 1.23 ct Color: Green Shape: Pear Mixed Cut CE(Oil): Moderate Side Stones
Category

2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 2.47 Carat Emerald with Sapphires Diamonds Ring 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
complimented with 1.20ct of french cut sapphires heat and 0.10ct of round brilliant diamonds. Approximately G/H
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2010s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Emerald Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
opulent 1.21 carat oval emerald surrounded by French cut blue sapphire and sparkling round diamonds. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco 1930 Three Stones Ring In Platinum With 3.67 Ctw Diamonds And Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco platinum ring. Beautiful antique cocktail ring, created in America during the art deco
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Platinum 16 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
hue, elegantly complemented by sapphires and diamonds. Crafted in the Art Deco style, the platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style 1.19 Carat Emerald with Sapphires Diamonds Ring 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
french cut sapphires and 0.20ct of round brilliant diamonds. Approximately G/H color and SI clarity. 18
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style 2.66 Carat Emerald with Rubies Diamonds Ring 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
complimented with 1.30ct of french cut rubies and 1.04ct of round brilliant diamonds. Approximately G/H color
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2010s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

French 1925 Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Art Deco pendant features platinum geometrical motifs set with rose-cut diamonds, which hold an
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, W...

Asprey Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring, Art Deco 1930s
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Stunning Art Deco aquamarine cocktail ring created by Asprey in the 1930's. Sensual, elegant and
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut London Blue Topaz with Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco inspired 18k white gold London blue topaz with emerald and diamond ring. The ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

0.71 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald and Onyx Cocktail Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cut Emerald. Also, there is another 0.04 Carat small Diamonds on the sides. This Ring was made in
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Mid-20th Century Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum

Black Opal Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Bird Brooch in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: French Cut Number: 32 Weight: 1.10 Carat (approx.) Accent Gemstones Type: Emerald Shape: Round & French
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

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

Art Deco 12 Carats Diamond Sapphire Geometric Line Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
vivid Royal blue French cut sapphires are complimented by dazzling emerald cut and round diamonds in a
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Luxury 9.40 Carat Natural Emerald Tennis Bracelet Riviera
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
A truly one of a kind natural emerald bracelet, set with 45 round cut stones of 9.40 total carat
Category

2010s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Ring with Scalloped Design
Located in New York, NY
A lovely original Sapphire and Diamond Ring. An oval cut natural sapphire surrounded by very fine
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co Paris 1925 French Art Deco Platinum Bracelet With 14.06 Ctw Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Bracelet With Carré Cut Designed By Tiffany & Co. Magnificent bracelet made during the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Emerald Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
This stunning Art Deco pendant features genuine Emerald and Diamond in 18 Karat White Gold. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1920s French 18K Gold and Platinum 1.63tgw Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco sapphire, diamond, white gold, and platinum brooch, comprising one large octagonal cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

TIFFANY CO By Oscar Heyman Deco Brooch Platinum 8.62 Ctw Diamonds Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Art deco brooch designed by Oscar Heyman for Tiffany & Co. This is an exceptional brooch created
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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French Art Deco Emerald Cut Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the french art deco emerald cut diamond you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Platinum, 18k Gold and Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 23 antique edition and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect french art deco emerald cut diamond 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 piece, 2.5 Carat and 3 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A french art deco emerald cut diamond from Sophia D and Tiffany Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and french cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a french art deco emerald cut diamond, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a French Art Deco Emerald Cut Diamond?

The price for a french art deco emerald cut diamond starts at $3,250 and tops out at $200,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $8,000.

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.