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Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant. Emerald size: 6.09 x 5.41 millimeters. Length: 1.50 centimeter
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold chain with suspended pendant. Featuring pear shape emerald (approx. 13.2 x 8.5 x
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18k white gold pendant on a chain necklace, featuring approx. 1.90ct emerald ( measures 11.3 x
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Colombian Emerald Cross Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This hand-tooled rustic 18k gold cross features 11 emerald cut emeralds. They have a beautiful
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20th Century Colombian Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in London, GB
Stunning Brutalist Design 18ct White Gold & Yellow Gold Brick design finish adorned with diamonds
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Late 20th Century British Modernist Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant
18ct Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant
W 0.67 in D 0.16 in L 0.75 in
14K Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Pendant 5.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Emerald and diamond pendant in 14k yellow gold setting. The setting tests 58% gold using a XRF
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold GIA Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
14k white gold that carries a gorgeous, GIA certified, natural emerald stone surrounded by a super
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1990s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

1.33 Carat Emerald-Cut Colombian Emerald, Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
-Brilliant Cut Diamonds, and set in 18K Yellow Gold– also a part of a lovely Emerald Set! Details: ✔ Stone
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Late 20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Gold Silver Diamond Emerald Rock Crystal Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Horse shaped pendant in 14kt white gold and silver composed of two emerald eyes, a face covered in
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

French Rose 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a rose set to the centre with a green
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20th Century French Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace Center Pear Shape Emerald Weight: approximately 1.60 carats
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1980s Unknown Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pre-Colombian Tolima Tumi Emerald 18K Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An 18 karat yellow gold mid-century 1960's pre-Columbian Tolima pendant set with an emerald. The
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant- This lovely pendant features one single cut
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Fred Paris Necklace Leo Pendant Gold Diamond Emerald
By Fred Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
emerald. Stamped with the maker’s mark. Measurements: the chain is 18” L x 1/16” W. The pendant is 1” W x
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1980s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Emerald and Diamond Pendant on Gold Omega Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
17" Long 14K yellow gold Omega necklace featuring a removable emerald and diamond pendant. The
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Pendant on Gold Omega Necklace
Emerald and Diamond Pendant on Gold Omega Necklace
H 1.04 in W 0.85 in D 0.25 in L 17.5 in
.75 Carat Emerald Diamond Gold Elephant Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Charming Emerald and Diamond gold elephant pendant necklace. This elephant pendant is adorned with
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Late 20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Vintage Green Emerald 18k Rose Gold hanging Lantern Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Type : Pendant / Charm Stone : Emerald Metal: 18k yellow gold condition: Good Weight : 4.73g This
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Late 20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Coral, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

GIA Green Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA Certified, 6.92 carat pear shape emerald and white diamond 14 karat yellow gold pendant. The
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 1.00 Carat Colombian Emerald 18k Gold Cross Pendant. The pendant measures 2”x1” and weights
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1980s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant #20364
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant- This 14K yellow gold pendant features a vibrant
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Sailing Yacht Boat Emerald Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a sailing yacht or boat. Set with two
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20th Century American Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pendant, Enhancer, with Large Emerald Cut Citrine
Located in Berlin, DE
Pretty 14K gold pendant with large emerald cut citrine. Measured without the eyelet. Including
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Elegant Colombian Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.85 carats which connects to the pendant, set with the perfectly cut pear-shape emerald
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1970s German Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold, Carved Coral, Emerald & Pearl 'Bust' Brooch Pendant
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
karat yellow gold, carved coral, emeralds and pearls. The face, hair and head of the bust is carved from
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Coral, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

emerald diamond pendant 18 k gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k white gold cut emerald like a sheet ca. 0,10 ct diamond size 3 cm x 1,5 cm 2,5 gram the
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20th Century German Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Containing 1 Hand Carved Emerald
By Moshi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
vault from an estate sale and was never used. 18k yellow gold emerald and diamond pendant containing 1
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

26.16 Carat Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
'. This versatile emerald brooch may also be worn as a pendant via a contemporary 18k yellow gold 45.72cm
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1980s French Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Feeling Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Retro romantic pendant, it is of round shape
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1960s French Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Lapis Emerald Opal Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1970s Lapis Emerald Opal and diamond 14k yellow gold pendant brooch. The 1970s Lapis Emerald Opal
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1970s Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Antique Emerald Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is an antique Emerald and Pearl Pendant Necklace set with seven gorgeous green emerald cut
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20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald Earrings Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Emerald Earrings Emerald Ring Pendant Set 18K White Gold This absolutely stunning vintage
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Late 20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1970s Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Of geometrical forms, this retro pendant is
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1970s French Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

1970s Elegant Colombian Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.85 carats which connects to the pendant, set with the perfectly cut pear-shape emerald
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1970s German Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure studded with emeralds surrounded
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

1970s Emerald Torque Pendant Necklace
Located in San Antonio, TX
18k gold Torque Necklace suspending a round disc pendant set with cabochon emeralds.Emerald weight
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1970s Unknown Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Trefoil 14kt Yellow Gold Pendant with Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Trefoil 14kt Yellow Gold Pendant is a luxurious and elegant piece of jewelry designed to
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20th Century German Artisan Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with a diamond and an emerald in
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Slide Pendant In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Slide Pendant In Yellow Gold Presenting a stunning pendant
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

David Webb Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Palm Beach, FL
David Webb ruby, emerald, sapphire and diamond pendant necklace in 18k yellow gold, featuring a
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Late 20th Century American Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace A necklace adorned with round-cut diamonds and a pear-shaped
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Emerald Lion Leo Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
is a lion head pendant featuring cabochon emerald eyes. The pendant measures 1 1/2 inches in length
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1990s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Aquamarine Pendant With 18k Gold Chain
Located in Surfside, FL
AGL Certified brilliant Emerald cut Aquamarine (over 28.35 carats) pendant with 18" inches long 18K
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1950s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant/Brooch- #16453
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Pendant/Brooch- This exquisite piece features 16
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20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Topaz Emeralds Diamonds Pearls Rose Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Very elegant 9 kt rose gold and silver pendant, with topaz (hydro) of 9.8 g enriched with 0.31 ct
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver

6.44 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
At the heart of this exquisite creation lies a magnificent Colombian emerald weighing 6.44 carats
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.20ct Emerald Cross Pendant, c.1970s
Located in London, GB
This elaborate cross pendant features a total of 1.20 carat worth of Emeralds. The central stone is
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Green Emerald Turtle Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950's Large 14k Turtle With A Massive 50 ct Cabochon Green Emerald Cabochon Emerald Dimensions
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1970s American Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

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

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl 0.23 Carat Emerald Infinity Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage infinity pendant crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 1970. The piece features: - 2
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20th Century Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

2.50ct Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond Italian 9K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
centrepiece features: a Pendant set with a Natural Aquamarine of desirable emerald cut, of distinctive
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1980s Italian Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 9k Gold

Certified Carved Emerald Jesus Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified Carved Emerald Jesus Pendant Necklace A necklace featuring a carved emerald in the
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1960s Unknown Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Nova Diamonds & Emerald 18k Two Tone Gold Elephant Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
white and yellow gold. The classic oval link chain is attached to the pendant featuring a large standing
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Tanzanite, Sapphires, Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with diamonds along the chain. The
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Vintage 1970s 1.02 Carat Emerald and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.02 carat emerald and 0.48 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold cluster
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1970s Unknown Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef French 18k Yellow Gold Malachite Diamond & Emerald Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels. The circular pendant features polished malachite within braided gold trim, showcasing an
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1970s Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Diamond Flower Shoe Pendant Necklace Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" ​ ​Pendant Diameter: 0.80" x 0.30" Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone: 5 Emeralds Gemstone Color: Green
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Antique Halo Pendant Emerald Diamond solid 14K Gold / 2.25gr
Located in SE
Emeralds and Diamonds, old Pendant set in solid 14 ct Greenish Yellow Gold. Ca. early XX cent
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

GIA Certified .35 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Emerald diamond pendant necklace circa 1950-1960 with a bright green GIA certified natural center
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

Michael Horse Emerald Diamond Kachina 14 Karat Gold Pendant And Earrings Katsina
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT AND RARE EMERALD AND DIAMOND KACHINA MOTIF PENDANT NECKLACE WITH MATCHING
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20th Century American Native American Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Garnet Ornate Fob Pendant #19516
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald and Garnet Ornate Fob Pendant JAGi Certified- This ornate pendant
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage gold emerald pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 133 vintage examples as well as 18 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage gold emerald pendants to choose from, but Modern and Retro vintage gold emerald pendants are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Charles Turi are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 84 Emerald versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for emerald cut vintage gold emerald pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and pear cut alternatives. Most of our vintage gold emerald pendants for sale are for women, but there are 37 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Gold Emerald Pendants?

On average, vintage gold emerald pendants at 1stDibs sell for $2,275, while they’re typically $139 on the low end and $57,000 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.

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