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13 Ct Zambian Heart Cut Emerald & 1.5 Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 8.5
Located in New York, NY
13 Ct Zambian Heart Cut Emerald & 1.5 Ct Diamond Ring, 18 Kt Gold Size 8.5 This classic ring
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2010s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA 17 Ct Sugar Loaf Cabochon Colombian Emerald & 13 Ct Diamond Necklace 18KWG
Located in New York, NY
Colombian Emerald & 12 Carat Diamond Necklace 18KWG approximately 13 Carats of Diamond Necklace, Estate
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Early 2000s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural 13 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural 13 Carat Emerald Cut Zambian Emerald & Diamond Ring in 14Kt White Gold A classic design
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2010s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

ct 13, 60 Diamonds and 25, 54 Ruby Sapphire Emerald gold Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and emeralds. diamonds 13.6kt gems 25.54kt tot weight 42.4gr r.f. uccic For any inquiries, please
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Ct 13, 79 of Zambia Emeralds and Diamonds on Earrings
Located in Massafra, IT
ct 13,79 and natural diamonds round brilliant cut ct 1,45 E-F/VS. Excellent manufacture. Handmade by
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

AIG Certified 16.62 Ct Zambian Emeralds 10.82 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Bracelet
Located in Massafra, IT
Emeralds, in oval cut, fine quality and grade, hard color, very beautiful green, and 269 pieces of natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 46.80 Ct Zambian Emeralds 13.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
46,80 total carats. Pendant emerald is of 12,56 carats. Necklace come with natural diamonds of 13
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 46.80 Ct Zambian Emeralds 13.00 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
46,80 total carats. Pendant emerald is of 12,56 carats. Necklace come with natural diamonds of 13
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

13 Mm Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
are in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.17 ct Emeralds 2.85 ct Pearls 5.50 gr Total Weight 10.10 gr
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

1940s Retro Design with 1.5 ct Emerald & 0.30 ct brilliant Diamonds Gold Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
. Emerald: 1.5 ct pear-cut emerald. Weight: 4.51 grams. Size: ES 13 / EU 53 / US 6.5. Dimensions: Approx. 2
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 56 Ct Zambian Emerald & 38 Ct Diamond Fringe Necklace 18KWG Bridal
Located in New York, NY
, and Oval-cut emeralds. A magnificent Emerald and diamond fringe necklace, Vivid green emeralds spaced
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Early 2000s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

13, 03 Carat Colombian Emerald Heart Shaped Earring with 7.23 Carat Diamonds
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
rarity. Emerald : 13,03 Ct's / Colombian Diamonds : 02,06 Ct's / E to F VVS2
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 38.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 4.80 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
necklace come in 18k gold with 13 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds, in perfect oval cut cabochon, in
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 38.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 4.80 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
necklace come in 18k gold with 13 pieces of Natural Zambian Emeralds, in perfect oval cut cabochon, in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

13 Mm Pearls, Diamonds, Rubies, Sapphires, Emeralds, 14 Kt Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies 2.92 ct Pearls 6.70 gr - 13 mm Total Weight 13.20 gr RF +FIGR For any
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 19 Carat Cabochon Cut Emerald Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
13 x 9.25 mm) of a nice bluish green color. The emerald is framed by old cushion cut diamonds (H-I
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Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Sambia Emerald Brilliant Pendant with Chain 2.49 ct 0.51 ct IGI AIG Certified
Located in Viena, Viena
-carat diamond of approx. 0.51 ct, fine natural fancy brown / VS1 (very small inclusions), 5.4 x 4.13 x
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14.07 Ct Tanzanite, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions Diamonds 2.29 ct Emeralds 2.55 ct Tanzanite
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

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

GIA Certified 145ct Russian No Enhacement Emerald & 45 ct Diamond Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
pear-shaped emerald The necklace is made with one row of brilliant round cut diamonds , all very
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

18kt Solid White Gold Diamond and 31.52 ct Drop Emerald Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
31.52 carats of drop cut emerald dangling in the end with diamonds making a stud for earlobe and in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

14K White Gold 10.04 ct Emerald & Diamond Paisley Earrings with Dangling Ruby
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
- 4 x 3, 13 x 8 mm > Diamond Weight - 2.35 ct > Diamond size - 1.2 mm > Gross Weight - 13.938 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

9 Ct Natural Brazil Emerald & Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 7 "
Located in New York, NY
Emerald is spaced by a two brilliant cut diamonds . Total weight of the Emeralds is approximately 9 carat
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA White Diamond Emerald Cut Sideways Eternity Band in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 5.33 ct. HI VS white diamond emerald cuts. Total of 13 stones, each weighing 0.40 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Top Aquamarin Brilliant Ring Platinum 2.45 ct like flowing Water solid 13 Grams
Located in Viena, Viena
color quality, barely transparent liquid streaks, the setting set with full-cut brilliant-cut diamonds
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2010s German Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Yellow Gold Amethyst Onyx Diamond Cluster Band 14k Emerald Ct 1.47ctw Ring 8 1/2
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cut: Emerald Color: Purple Natural Onyx Cut: Baguette Color: Black Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Cert Natural Zambian Emerald & 95 Ct Diamond 4 Piece Set 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
natural Emerald set with approximately 95 carats of round brilliant cut Diamonds and Marquise and
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3.5 Carat Pear Cut Emerald & Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Size 8 Pear shape
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Early 20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

0.55 Ct Round Shape Emerald and Diamond Double Row Band Ring in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A unique and fashionable ring showcasing two rows of round-shape 13 emeralds and 14 diamonds, set
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Emerald, 4.62 Carats Diamonds, Platinum Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Emerald 6.74 ct Total Weight 14.50 gr RF +FIHFO Italian Size 13 Usa Size 6.5 French Size 53 For any
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Delicate Diamond and Oval Cut Emerald Ring in Solid 14K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone shape - Oval Gemstone size - 4 x 3 mm Diamond weight - 0.27 ct Diamond pcs - 13 Diamond size - 2
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

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

Estate Natural Emerald Carved Crowned Jesus Diamond
Located in Napoli, IT
17 x 12 mm. – 7 brilliant cut diamonds totalling approx .20 Ct Measures: 25 x 13 mm. (h. x w
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Bracelet- This stunning bracelet features 13 round
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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
perfect conditions. Diamonds 2.04 ct Emeralds 5.84 ct Total Weight 13 gr RF +GGFCC K.AGERI For any
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified, No Heat, 60 Ct Pink Sapphire & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Kt
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified, No Heat, Medagaskar natural 60 Ct Pink Sapphire & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Contrarié Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
the upper part and, laterally, baguette-cut diamonds. Diamond 1.00 ct - 6 mm x 5 mm Baguette Diamonds
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearls, Emeralds, Moonstones, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Emeralds 0.20 ct Moonstones 0.20 ct Pearls 5.50 gr - 13 mm Total Weight 7.10 gr RF +EFE For any
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2010s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Gold Diamond Emerald Cluster Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Weight :- 4.08 gm 14k White Gold Weight :- 3.53 gm Diamond Weight :- 1.35 ct. Emerald Weight :- 1.38 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond Emerald Platinum rare Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
cut Diamonds adding .75 Ct of more content for the finest dazzling effect – Emeralds are estimated
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Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Bow Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
natural emerald of approx .70 Ct (4.69 mm. by side) – 26 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 1.04 Ct (by
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Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

Carved Topaz Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Flower Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
-US-7 Total Weight-3.299 Gold Weight(Gms)-2.026 Diamond Wt(Cts)-.11 Emerald (0.13 Ct) Topaz (6.14 Ct)
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

0.04 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Clover Necklace in 14K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Minimalist Gemstone clover necklace/ Lucky clover necklace/ Diamond flower Gemstone / Gold necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

0.04 Ct Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Clover Necklace in 18K Gold
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Minimalist Gemstone clover necklace/ Lucky clover necklace/ Diamond flower Gemstone / Gold necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

White Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
by Italian master goldsmiths and they are in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.13 ct Emeralds 0.28 ct
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural untreated Sapphire Diamond Rare Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
. – 13 old round faceted cut diamonds totalling approx .36 Ct Measures: length (open) is 18 cm. – 13 mm
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Vintage 1910s European Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

White Pearls, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
they are in perfect conditions. Diamonds 2.37 ct Emeralds and Sapphires 16.75 ct Pearls 6.00 gr - 13 mm
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

South-Sea Pearls, Emeralds, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, Platinum Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
master goldsmiths and they are in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.03 ct Emerlads,Rubies and Sapphires 8.87
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

1.62 carat Diamond and 3.82 carat Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
: • Material: Platinum 950 • Weight: 9.5 grams • Colombian Emerald: 3.82 ct, Emerald Cut • Diamonds: 1.65 ct
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Certified 0.80 carat Diamond and AA+ Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
: Emerald and diamonds • Emerald Carat Weight: Center emerald • Diamond Carat Weight: 0.80 ct • Clarity: VS
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Corals, Emeralds, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Snake Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
tsavorite. On the head, emeralds. Diamonds 1.19 ct Tsavorite 0.03 ct Emeralds 0.24 ct Coral 6.10 gr Total
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

0.30 carat Diamonds and 4.45 carat Emeralds Cluster Cocktail Ring
Located in MADRID, ES
emeralds. Featuring a stunning emerald center cut in AAA emerald cut weighing 4.45 ct, with dimensions of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite Ruby Emerald Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
. Composition Total Weight :- 4.86 gm 14k White Gold Weight :- 3.94 gm Diamond Weight :- .56 ct. Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

South-Sea Pearls, Emeralds, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
master goldsmiths and they are in perfect conditions. Diamonds 0.95 ct Emeralds 3.80 ct Pearls 5.80 gr
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Emerald Gemstone Stud Earrings Round Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Wt. :- 0.87 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 3.00 Ct. Earrings Size
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond J Earrings #17178
Located in Washington Depot, CT
each feature two oval cut natural emeralds (5 mm x 2.9 mm) and 13 round brilliant cut diamonds set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Stylish 14-Carat White Gold Necklace with Colombian Emerald (Untreated) Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Dimensions: 13 x 10.5 x 7 mm (6.082 ct) Emerald Origin: Colombia Side Stones: 2 Diamonds Diamond
Category

Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Diamonds, Emerald, Onyx, Coral Flower, Pearl, White Gold Beaded Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds. Finally there is 14K white gold simple closure Diamonds 1.47 ct Emeralds 0.09 ct Onyx 6.40 g
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1990s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamonds Rubies Emeralds Sapphires Pearls Rose Gold and Silver Rigid Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
little white diamonds, 4.45 ct of deep color rubies, emeralds, blue and yellow sapphires. Diamonds 0.72
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Vintage 1960s Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Go...

AIG Certified 102.00 Ct Untreated Zambia Emeralds Burma Rubies Sapphire Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
, extra fine quality; 5 pieces of natural Zambian Emeralds in perfect drop cut of 24 carats; 10 pieces of
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

18k Gold

Diamonds, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Coral Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
diamonds and adorned with 0.85 ct of little rubies, emeralds, blue and yellow sapphires. Diamonds 0.35 ct
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Vintage 1940s Retro More Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, 9k Gold, ...

14 Karat White Gold Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
pear-shaped genuine emerald (7 mm x 5 mm) surrounded by 13 round brilliant cut diamonds and set in
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20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

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Diamond Emerald Cut 13 Ct For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the diamond emerald cut 13 ct you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a diamond emerald cut 13 ct from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 6.5 Carat and 7 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic diamond emerald cut 13 ct over the years, but those made by Alberto, David Jerome and Fabergé are often thought to be among the most beautiful. 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 mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a diamond emerald cut 13 ct, 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 Diamond Emerald Cut 13 Ct?

On average, a diamond emerald cut 13 ct at 1stDibs sells for $30,512, while they’re typically $2,655 on the low end and $923,323 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.