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Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Teardrop Ring
Tiffany Elsa Peretti Teardrop Ring

Tiffany Elsa Peretti Teardrop Ring

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in London, GB

Fluid and free, this ring from Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. has a tasteful design that is quite eye-catching.

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20th Century Spanish Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pavé Diamond Platinum Bypass Ring
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pavé Diamond Platinum Bypass Ring

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pavé Diamond Platinum Bypass Ring

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in University Place, WA

A sculptural bypass ring from Tiffany & Co.'s Elsa Peretti Teardrop collection, crafted in platinum and set with pavé diamonds.

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Late 20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Charm Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Charm Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Charm Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This fabulous bracelet designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. is crafted in 950 platinum and features 3 teardrop charms pave-set with round brilliant F-G VVS2-VS1 diamonds.

Category

2010s American Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Birmingham, GB

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Birmingham, GB

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Category

20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Stamford, CT

Tiffany & Co Peretti Large Diamond Paved Teardrop "Y" style pendant 2.80ct. Total. F VS diamonds. Cable chain length 17 inches, Width 1.1mm Approximately 108 ideal fu...

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1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Diamond Pendant
Platinum Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Diamond Pendant

Platinum Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Diamond Pendant

Located in Hicksville, NY

Metal Type: Platinum [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 0.75cttw Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Color: E-F Clarity: VS1+ Pendant Measurement: L...

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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti diamond pave Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti diamond pave Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti diamond pave Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

Elsa Peretti infuses the Tiffany brand with her unique sense of deign with this teardrop necklace. 18K yellow gold is beautifully shaped into a curling tear.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Honolulu, HI

This beautiful diamond studded pendant is "reminiscent of a solitary raindrop or a shining bead of morning dew."(Tiffany). This pendant and chain is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The d...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in San Diego, CA

Tiffany & Co. Style: Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18KT Yellow Gold - 750 Size: 16 inches / 17 inches with Pendant Total Carat Weight: 0.83 TCW Stone...

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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Platinum and Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings
Vintage Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Platinum and Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings

Vintage Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Platinum and Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Platinum and Diamond Teardrop Dangle Earrings- These stunning dangle earrings by Elsa Peretti of Tiffany & Co. each feature one round brilliant cut...

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20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Large Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Large Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Large Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Teardrop Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

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20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Three Teardrop Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Three Teardrop Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Three Teardrop Diamond Platinum Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Materials: Diamonds, Platinum Stamped: "Tiffany & Co." "PERETTI" "PT950" Tear drops inspired by a solitary raindrop or a shining bead of morning dew. Feautres 3 tear drop pendants...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Yellow Gold Twisted Teardrop Ring
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Yellow Gold Twisted Teardrop Ring

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Yellow Gold Twisted Teardrop Ring

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Southampton, PA

Fluid and free, this ring from Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. has a tasteful design that is quite eye-catching.

Category

20th Century Spanish Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Birmingham, GB

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Birmingham, GB

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop 18k Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings. Beautiful and authentic Tiffany & Co teardrop earrings from the stylish and popular Elsa Peretti range. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace
Platinum Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace

Platinum Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace

By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace in Platinum. (30) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 1.02 carat total weight, F-G in color and VS in clarity are expertly set.

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

Complete an outfit with this Tiffany & Co. fine jewelry necklace. It is made of platinum and the teardrop pendant has diamonds. Exquisite craftsmanship meets timeless design in this ...

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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings Platinum with Diamonds
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings Platinum with Diamonds

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings Platinum with Diamonds

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height/Length: 0.5 ", Width: 4.5 mm Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings Platinum with Diamonds Exterior Color: Sil...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds .20ct
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds .20ct

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings 18 Karat Gold with Diamonds .20ct

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Accessories: Box Measurements: Height 0.5", Width 0.15", Depth 0" Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Elsa Peretti Teardrop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds .20CT Exterior Material:...

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21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Platinum Three Teardrop Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Platinum Three Teardrop Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Platinum Three Teardrop Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in BLOOMINGTON,, MN

Beautiful Elsa Peretti teardrop design inspired by raindrops or shining beads of dew.

Category

Early 2000s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the elsa peretti diamond teardrop you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 6 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect elsa peretti diamond teardrop may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A elsa peretti diamond teardrop from Tiffany & Co. and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a elsa peretti diamond teardrop, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop?

The price for a elsa peretti diamond teardrop starts at $1,235 and tops out at $12,595 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,948.

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

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