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12.34 Carats Colombian Emerald Diamond Cocktail Pendant Necklace 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
The Incredible Cocktail Emerald and Diamond Pendant Chain feature six natural Colombian Emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Emerald Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace in 18 Karat and Platinum
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Elegant and Classic Drop Pendant Necklace featuring in the center a fine pear cut Colombian emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Unique Green Emerald and Diamond Tassel Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
with the sparkle from the emeralds and diamonds. The diamond pieces are made to have a royal and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

4.00 Carat Natural Emerald and Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Gold
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
& Transparency Set with Total Diamonds Total approx. Weight 1.00ct J-H/VS2-SI2 Emerald only oil treated
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

1.50 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
1.50 carat bright sparkly round brilliant cut diamond pendant necklace. Face up white with just a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 14k 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 Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
4.3mm) surrounded with approx. 1.60ctw in diamonds. Necklace is 17" long, pendant is 23mm x 20mm
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold

0.76 Carat Round Emerald Pendant with 0.24 Carat Diamond Halo in 14k ref2120
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pendant boasts a 6mm round-cut emerald at its core, weighing 0.76 carats, encircled
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Colombian Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Elegant dangling emerald diamond pendant. Lively green, transparent, high lustre, square faceted
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in The Hague, ZH
Emerald Diamond Gold Necklace Pendant The necklace is 45 cm long (17.7 inch) and 1.3 mm wide (0.05
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace with diamond and emerald pendant
Located in Palermo, IT
Necklace with diamond and emerald pendant Necklace and Pendant in 18ct gold with Diamonds 0.09 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

1.00 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
Features a single princess cut natural diamond in a bezel setting with a weight of 1.00 carat, G
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1ct Emerald diamond pendant necklace 14KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Luxurious emerald diamond pendant necklace in 14Kt white gold. Metal Type: 14KT Natural Diamond(s
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

19.00ct Emerald And Diamond Pendant Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
in an emerald shape. Accentuating its splendor are 2.00 carats of diamonds, boasting VVS clarity and
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendant Necklace with Octagonal Emerald & Paperclip Chain
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
Octagonal Emerald With Four Side Diamond Edges One Of A Kind Pendant With Paperclip Chain, Emerald
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Emeralds White Diamonds Platinum Pendant Necklace
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pendant handcrafted in Platinum with White Diamonds and Emeralds. Paving: Emeralds 1,52ct.; White
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2010s Austrian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Emeralds White Diamonds Platinum Pendant Necklace
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
Pendant handcrafted in Platinum with White Diamonds and Emeralds. Paving: Emeralds 1,52ct.; White
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2010s Austrian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

6.42 Carat Floating Emerald with Diamond & Emeralds in 18K Pendant Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
showcases some of the round-cut diamonds in a bezel setting. The pendant necklace is crafted from 18k white
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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

Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14K Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold emerald and diamond pendant necklace. This May birthstone necklace
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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

Dalben Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Oreste Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 2,38 carat emerald monted in 18 kt white gold pendant necklace. The emerald is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Emerald Cross pendant necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
TIMELESS Necklace Cross in white gold 18Kt 9.50 gr with 5 Emerald Cut Green Emerald in total 2.24
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Turtle Pendant Necklace with Diamond Green Emerald 14k Yellow Gold
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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Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

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

1.22ct Emerald Cut Muzo Colombian Emerald & Diamond Spike Pendant Necklace
By Harlin Jones
Located in Sydney, NSW
shape to this design. This one-of-a-kind emerald and diamond spike pendant necklace is made to order
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

14K Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Oval Faceted Emerald
Located in Holtsville, NY
the allure of emeralds and diamonds with this exquisite pendant necklace. Whether worn as a statement
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald cut Emerald And Diamonds Lock Pendant Necklace, Silly Shiny Diamonds
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Stunning natural emerald cut emerald with diamond halo lock pendant necklace. This link is for the
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Transformer Drop Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary transformer drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with detachable
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Beryl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, W...

Yellow Gold Transformer Drop Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamonds
Yellow Gold Transformer Drop Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamonds
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace Featuring a Green Octagonal Step-Cut Natural
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Emerald Diamond Pendant with Double Diamond Halo Colombian Emerald
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
: Metal Quality: 14 karat yellow gold Necklace Style: Pendant Diamond Number: 46 Diamond Shape: Round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Drop and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond & Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace in Platinum Emerald and Diamond Necklace features a 2.04
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

14k Gold Pendant with Emerald, Emeralds and Diamonds, Leaf Pendant
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14kt solid gold pendant with natural emerald, emeralds and diamonds. Weight: 1.4 g. Pendant size
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Thirty One Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

6.9 Carats Russian Emerald with Pave Diamonds Pendant Chain Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Lovely with character, Russian Emerald and pave diamond pendant necklace suspended from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with a natural emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Black Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gol...

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
White Gold Pendant Necklace with Thirty One Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace An 18 karat white gold pendant set with round cut diamonds and 2
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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

Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
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Rose Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold and features a natural
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k...

Rose Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
Rose Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
14K Emerald & Diamond Pendant Necklace Faceted Oval Emerald Near Colorless D
Located in Holtsville, NY
emerald and diamond pendant necklace. A timeless piece that will make a statement wherever you go.
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Fig Garden Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fig Garden contemporary drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Wh...

Yellow Gold Fig Garden Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamond
Yellow Gold Fig Garden Pendant Necklace with Emerald and Diamond
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Oval Cut Emerald & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This 18 karat white gold necklace features a 0.68 carat oval cut natural emerald accented by 0.48
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold and features a natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k...

White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Natural Emerald and Diamond
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
2.13 Carat Marquise Cut Emerald and Diamond Circle Pendant in 18k White ref2267
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful circle pendant set in 18k White gold features a series of marquise cut emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.75 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and Diamond Circle Wreath Pendant in 18W ref1988
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
circle pendant, a true masterpiece, features nine exquisite oval-cut emeralds, totaling 2.75 carats. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with SSEF Certified Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 6 cm long Juniper pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold and adorned with a 1.29 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k G...

Diamond Emerald 14 Karat Gold Elephant Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 14 karat gold pendant is hand set with emerald and shimmering diamonds. Available in rose and
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold

1.62 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and Natural Diamond Cross Pendant in 18k ref2359
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
of the emeralds contrasted with the sparkle of diamonds create an enchanting visual symphony that
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Emerald Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. The total weight of emerald is 6.77 carats; the total diamond weight is 1.45. The pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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

Yellow Gold Modern Style Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
with 5 round diamonds. The necklace also features a removable natural emerald drop (around 3 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Zambian Emerald Pendant Necklace With Diamonds 0.77 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
= 0.65 Carat 24 Diamonds = 0.12 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Dimensions: 18 x 8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace and pendant set with emerald and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with emerald and brilliant cut diamond. 1.20ct - G/H - VS
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Five Carats Emerald and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold Juniper pendant necklace is 6 cm long and is encrusted with a cushion-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamo...

Rose De France Diamond Halo Paperclip Pendant Necklace 22.60 Carats 14KT Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Rose gold pendant featuring one Rose De France emerald cut weighing 22.11 carats flanked
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Zambian Emerald Pendant Necklace With Diamonds 0.81 Carats 14K White Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
= 0.73 Carat 18 Diamonds = 0.08 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Pendant Dimensions: 17 x 7 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

White Gold Contemporary Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold. It features 5 round diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Whit...

Roman Malakov 1.18 Carat Emerald with Diamond Double Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a 1.18 carat emerald cut green emerald, set in a beautiful open-work double halo
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Important Emerald Pendant Necklace With Diamonds 20 Carats 18K White Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Emerald = 9.80
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace Modern Design Certified Emerald Gemstone 1.95ct
Located in Jupiter, FL
Elegant emerald and diamond pendant necklace in 14KT white gold. GRAM WEIGHT: 4.76gr GOLD: 14KT
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

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Diamond Necklace With Emerald Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact diamond necklace with emerald pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect diamond necklace with emerald pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A diamond necklace with emerald pendant from Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, VR Jewels and Goshwara — 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 round cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a diamond necklace with emerald pendant, 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 Necklace With Emerald Pendant?

Prices for a diamond necklace with emerald pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $292 and can go as high as $300,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,545.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.