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2 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
2.00 Ct Emerald Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 1 emerald surrounded by 16 marquise cut diamonds set in
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Emerald Cut 1.07 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive emerald cut 1.07 carat Colombian emerald and 0.45 carat diamond, 14
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1930s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

1.60 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Engagement Ring
Located in London, GB
carat emerald cut diamond set in a raised 4 claw mount. Each shoulder is set with a further 7 round
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold

1980s Emerald Cut Emerald 1.32 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Color Green Cut Emerald Content 0.81 Ct Dimensions 6.35mm x 5.16mm x 3.25mm Diamond Quality Color
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1980s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.40 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 6.42 Carat X Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Title: 7.40 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald 6.42 Carat X Diamond White Gold Clip On Earrings Style: Clip
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

GIA 1.05 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of 18k yellow and white gold, this ring centers a sparkling GIA certified emerald cut diamond
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified .94 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
Captivating .94 carat emerald cut diamond accented by 2 baguette side diamonds, which are mounted
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Late 20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA 2.01 carat emerald cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center stone: Emerald cut diamond Weight: 2.01 carat Color: J Clarity: SI2 Accent stone: 2 tapered
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1960s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 18kt Gold 1940s Natural 2 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage 18kt Gold 1940s Natural 2 Carat Colombian Emerald Ring with Diamonds This exquisite
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1940s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Old European Diamond Green Emeralds 1.80 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
old cut diamond center and spring green calibre cut emerald accents! Highlights: - 1.89ct EGL-USA
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1940s Italian Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum

GIA 7.08 carat flawless emerald cut diamond platinum engagement ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A breathtaking Mid-Century platinum ring showcasing a GIA-certified 7.08-carat emerald cut diamond
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1950s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

Vintage GIA 1.51 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Emerald Cut Diamond Certificate: GIA  #2225858411 Weight: 1.51 Carat Color: H Clarity
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1980s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

.70 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, VS2 clarity. SIDE DIAMONDS: 2 Emerald cut diamonds total 0.36 carat, approximately G color, VS
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1990s Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Emerald & Diamond 2 Carat Cluster Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
- 4.2mmRound Cut Emerald Gemstones; Estimated Gemstone Weight: 0.25 Carat Each 10 - 4.5mm X 2.5mm Marquise Cut
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.62 carat natural emerald and 0.84 carat diamond, 15 karat white gold
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1970s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, White Gold

GIA 6.04 Carat Orange Emerald Cut Sapphire Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
octagonal emerald step cut orange and yellowish 6.04ct sapphire. Mounted in a platinum setting and accented
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1930s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

0.61 Carat Emerald Cut Emerald and Brown Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Earring
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Earring. The 18k White Gold jewelry boasts Emerald Cut Prong Setting Genuine Emerald (2 pcs) 0.61
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Brown Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage GIA 2 carat Colombian emerald diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Italian 18k yellow gold ring features a GIA-certified 2-carat emerald cut Colombian
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1980s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Vintage 1950s 1.38 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and 3.00 Carat Diamond Ballerina Ring
Located in New York, NY
featuring Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 3.00 carats. Circa 1950s Size 4 1/2
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

6.00 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Clip Post Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Aquamarine ring LU54823103642. 2 emerald cut blue aqua, VVS approx. 6.00cts 6 round full cut diamonds, H SI
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Mid-20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.45 Carat Emerald Cut and Baguette Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Emerald Cut GIA: DIAM EC H VS1 (GIA) 2151576774 Gemstone 2: 0.42 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Color
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1 Carat Emerald Trillion Cut Diamond Platinum Ring Antique Engagement Wedding
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Emerald and Trillion Cut Diamond three stone ring in Platinum. The
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Henri Daussi 4.04 Carats Total Emerald Cut Emerald and Diamond Three Stone Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
included. Flanking the emerald stone, are 2 half moon cut diamonds (G-H / VVS2-VS1), as well as 62 round
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

3.23 Carat Asscher Cut and Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
: Emerald Cut Gemstone 2: 2.03 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Shape: Asscher Cut
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.51 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 0.60 Carat Emerald 18K Gold-Plat Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Shape: Old European Cut Gemstone 2: 1.75 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 1 Color: K Clarity: I1 Shape
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1940s Retro 90.00 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
approximately 90.00 carats and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.60 carats, F-G color
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1940s Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

2.00 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
: 18 Karat Two Tone Gold Gemstone 1: 2 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 15 Shape: Emerald Cut
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond

Antique Style 3.0 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Style Carat Emerald Diamond Drop Earrings 250 Diamonds approx. 3.0 Carat 2 Emeralds approx
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1990s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ring with 2.30 Carat Square Cut Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
18 Karat White Gold Ring with 2.30 carat Square Cut Emerald and Diamonds 18K white gold ring with
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1990s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

0.72 Carat Old European Cut Diamond 0.30 Carat Emerald 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 0.72 Carat Old European Cut I SI2-SI1 Diamond 0.30 Carat Tapered Baguette Shape Emerald 18
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.01 Carat GIA Cert Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Made of 14k white gold, this ring centers a sparkling GIA certified emerald cut diamond that weighs
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 2 Carat Ring Natural Green Emerald and Diamond Cocktail
Located in Los Angeles, CA
are princess cut. Total weight of the ring is 6.5 grams, 2 carats, circa 1960.
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1960s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage 11.50 Carat Emerald Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Emerald-Cut Aquamarine, weighing approx. 11.50 Carat. Both sides of ring Hand set with Baguette and RBC
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Late 20th Century Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2 Ct Colombian Emerald Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
framed by tapered baguette and brilliant cut round diamonds. The emerald is very clean, of vivid bluish
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Hexagon Cut Emerald and Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A luscious Green Emerald & emerald cut white diamond ring in gold. The magnificent emerald is
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1980s Unknown Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

11.89 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond I/VS1 GIA Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
everyone speechless! Almost 12 carats (11.89ct to be exact) of pure brilliance this is an emerald cut
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20th Century American Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1.63 Carat Emerald and 2.31 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage 1.63 carat Zambian emerald and 2.31 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail
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1990s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3.10 Carat Old Mine Muzo Colombian Emerald & Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage GIA Certified 3.10 Carat No Oil Colombian Emerald and Diamond Three-Stone Ring in Platinum
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1950s European Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.82 Carat Emerald Cut and Baguette Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.82 Carat Emerald Cut J VS2 and Baguette Shape I VS1 Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 1.50 carat pear cut emerald diamond 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Weight: Approximately 1.50 carats Accent stone: 2 pear cut diamonds Weight: Approximately 45 carats Color
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1990s Modern 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

Vintage 1950s 8.11 Carat Emerald Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
carats, and Marquise, Round Brilliant, and Pear-Shaped Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 16.00
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

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

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

2 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Gold with Band
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 2 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Cocktail Ring 14 Karat White
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1990s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

8.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 2.50 Carat Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning platinum ring. The ring is centered with a lovely emerald cut Colombian emerald
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1.79 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in New York, NY
emerald is accentuated by sparkling trilliant cut diamonds that weigh approximately 0.50ct. graded H color
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

2.80 Carat Emerald and 2.75 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.80 carat Colombian emerald and 2.75 carat diamond, 18
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1990s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.46 Carat Emerald Cut K VS1 Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Shape: Emerald Cut GIA: DIAM EC K VS1 1.74 (GIA) 7235096988 Gemstone 2: 1.72 Carat Diamond Number
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20th Century Contemporary 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.60 Carat Cabochon Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
-Brilliant Cut Diamonds, and set in 14K Yellow Gold, ✔ Gold Karat: 14K ✔ Emerald Weight: 1.60 carats ✔
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Late 20th Century Retro 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

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

2.71 Carat Old European Cut and Emerald Cut Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in New York, NY
Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 2 Color: G Clarity: VS1 Shape: Emerald Cut Gemstone 3: 0.24 Carat
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20th Century Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

3.36 Carat Emerald 0.60 Carat Triangular Shape Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.36 Carat Octagonal Shape Emerald 0.60 Carat Triangular Shape G VS1 Diamond Platinum
Category

20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

10.25 Carat Light Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
10.25 carat light blue aquamarine. A bright blue stone with excellent clarity and a superb emerald cut
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

0.52 Carat Emerald Round Cut Diamond Accents 10K Yellow Gold Stud Earring
Located in New York, NY
. This Earring is made up of 4.0 mm Round-Cut Zambian Emerald (2 pcs) 0.52 carat and Round-cut Diamond (2
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s 5.00 Carat Emerald and 22.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
carats with Baguette, Marquise, and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 22.00
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1950s 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Stunning 3.72 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
3.72ct. The emerald is accentuated by 2 pear shape diamonds weighing approximately 0.50ct. graded I color
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.34 Carat Emerald Oval Cut and Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Classic Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 5x4 mm Oval-Cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.34 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (2
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.35 Carat Pear Cut Emerald Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
, along with Natural Round cut white Diamond (2 Pcs) 0.03 Carat, accent stones for a lovely design. This
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.64ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald and Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1.64 carat Colombian emerald and 1.23 carat diamond, 18
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1980s French 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 8.80 Carat Columbian Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage platinum emerald and diamond ring. The rare Columbian emerald is natural with
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20th Century 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique 1.45 Carat Emerald and 1.43 Carat Diamond Platinum Engagement Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.45 carat emerald and 1.43 carat diamond, platinum dress
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1930s Unknown 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1960s VVS 1.07 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Gold Florentine Brutalist Dome Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Florentine finish. Emerald cut diamond measures 6.45 mm x 4 mm x 3.5 mm and weighs approximately .80 carats
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

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2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 67 antique edition and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Hancocks, Cartier and Concierge Diamonds Inc. are consistently popular. 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 square cut and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage?

The price for a 2 carat emerald cut diamond vintage starts at $495 and tops out at $575,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $12,380.

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.  

Questions About 2 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Vintage
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    How big a 2-carat diamond with a princess cut is varies from piece to piece. However, the average size is 7 millimeters by 7 millimeters. The measurement is around 9/32 inches, so a 2-carat princess-cut diamond will be just a little over a quarter-inch in size. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of princess-cut diamond jewelry.