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Mughal Indian Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mughal Indian Emerald Necklace With ornate hand enamel on the reverse Adjustable cord for length
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Antique 1850s Indian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Gold Emerald Bead Indian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gold Emerald Bead Indian Necklace with adjustable rope Circa 1900 15 emerald beads Emerald Weight
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Antique Early 1900s Indian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald

Gold Emerald Bead Indian Necklace
Gold Emerald Bead Indian Necklace
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L 28.5 in
Indian Mangalsutra. 14k, Emerald & Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite necklace boasts a stunning 3.00 carat oval cut Colombian emerald, set elegantly in
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2010s European Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold

Indian Gold, Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Jaipur Enamel Fringe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indian Gold, Foil-Backed Emerald, Ruby and Synthetic Ruby and Diamond, Emerald Bead and Jaipur
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Early 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian More Necklaces

Indian 14K Gold Jade Emerald Bead Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Indian Mughal 14K Yellow Gold necklace with a pendant. The necklace is made of 11.64 cts Emerald
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Emerald and Diamond White Gold Necklace Total Emerald weight: estimated to be 14.14 carats Total
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Genuine & Natural Plain Emerald Beads Necklace and Indian Kundan Enamel Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A Genuine & Natural Plain Emerald Beads Necklace with an Indian Kundan Enamel Pendant. The emerald
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Indian Handcrafted Necklace in 22k Gold, Diamonds, Natural Pearls, Emerald, Ruby
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
A fine handcrafted 22KT Gold 'Jaisalmeri' Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions. 176
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Museum Quality Antique Indian Sarpech Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Museum Quality Antique Indian Sarpech Necklace Rose cut emeralds, rubies & diamonds set in 22k
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Antique 1880s Indian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold

Anglo Indian Style Emerald Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald & Spinel Beaded 3 Strand Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A one of its kind, Blue Sapphire, Emerald & Spinel Beaded Necklace. The necklace consists of 3
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Spinel

Vintage Indian Natural Pearl and Diamond Enamel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive, vintage, and royal Indian enamel necklace with natural saltwater pearls, old-mine
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20th Century Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Emerald and Clustered Diamond Pendant Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Taveez Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Carved Taveez Emerald and Diamond Necklace 34 Emeralds approximately 58.35 carats 42 Baguette Cut
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Spine & Yellow Sapphire Beaded 3 Strand Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous & one of a kind, beaded, multi strand necklace made using natural Blue Sapphire
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Spinel

Natural Blue Sapphire Emerald Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Multi-Strand Beads Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A one of its kind multi strand beaded necklace made using natural Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, Rubies
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire

AJD Elegant Emerald 15 Inch expandable graduated necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. These gorgeous translucent Indian emeralds, 95ct, are faceted and create a lovely necklace to wear with
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald

Indian Mughal Ancient Gold Coin Pendant Sapphire Emerald 18 Gold Karat
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an ancient Mughal Empire yellow
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

René Boivin Emerald and Gold Necklace
By René Boivin
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Magnificent One-Of-Kind René Boivin Colombian Emerald and Gold Necklace. Indian inspired design
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20th Century French Rope Necklaces

Moi Gold Sanchi Emerald and Pearl Tassel Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
, featuring classic Indian motifs made in diamonds, emeralds, rubies, and other stones. The neckpiece is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Go...

Handcrafted Emeralds and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Atelier Molinari
Located in SW10 0PU, GB
Handcrafted Emeralds and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Our bejewelled four leaf clover
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Yellow Gold

57.52 Carat Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Maharaja Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The Maharaja collection inspired by the Moghul Era & Indian heritage. A stunning necklace handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Drop Necklaces

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

22k Gold Natural Basra Pearl Diamond Emerald Necklace.
Located in Miami, FL
This stunning Indian multi-gemstone necklace can also be worn as a Mangal sutra. The pearls in this
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Necklace-Bracelet Combination
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Carved Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Necklace-Bracelet Combination Of Indian
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Vintage 1970s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Antique Style Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
necklace is handmade in 14K gold and sterling silver. It is set in 7.58 carats emeralds & 13.39 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
name. Designer Colombian Emerald Necklace in 18K White Gold with GVS White Diamonds. Emerald - Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Coral Onyx Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Rubies Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
stones. Necklace total weight 39 grams Diamonds weight 0.85 karat Rubies weight 0.70 karat Emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Coral, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Burmese No Heat Red Spinel Beads Brown Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Emerald and Burmese No Heat Red Spinel Beads Brown Diamond Gold Necklace: An elegant necklace, it
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pankhi Fan Necklace 22 Karat Gold, Uncut Diamonds Natural Pearls Emeralds Rubies
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
22KT Gold Pankhi Fan Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions. This necklace is all about
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Temple Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Part of a wedding dowry set from a temple in the south of India, this necklace is at least 100
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Early 20th Century Anglo-Indian More Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

Chanel American Indian Lariat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Lagerfeld's direction created this American Indian inspired necklace, conceived and made in France by the
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Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel American Indian Lariat
Chanel American Indian Lariat
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H 4 in W 2.75 in L 36 in
Art Deco Style Emerald Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald pendant in 14K Gold. It has a round cut emerald studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Gems Mother of Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Multi Gems cabochon, Mother of Pearl and small diamond on Gold Pendant chain Necklace. Emerald
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Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Garnet, Emerald, Black ...

Chanel Important Anglo Indian Collar
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
collar of pale amythest and emerald poured glass by Maison Gripoix. Extraordinary workmanship and scale
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Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Chanel Important Anglo Indian Collar
Chanel Important Anglo Indian Collar
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D 2 in L 17.2 in
18K Gold Chain with Indian Pendant
Located in Nantucket, MA
An 18K gold hand-tooled linked chain with an Indian spade-shaped pendant with fine granulation work
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Mid-20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Spinel, 18k Gold

Maison Gripoix for Chanel Moughal Multi Strand Necklace
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel multi strand necklace with matching poured glass clasp with faux pearl
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Vintage 1930s French Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Love Gold and Diamond Medallion Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
the medallion is inspired by the Kasumala, a historically traditional Indian necklace made by
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold 14.13 Carats Diamond Necklace Handcrafted with Multi-Color Enamel
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
exemplary distinct Mughal era hand-made polki diamond solitaire emerald-cut necklace with colorful enamel is
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2010s Indian Anglo-Indian More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Moi Qutub Multi Gemstones Gold Necklace for Women
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
, Emerald, Ruby, Rutile Quartz 925 Silver Other : Red Enamel and Resham Zari The Qutub necklace is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sa...

Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
’ necklace made for Dorothy Paley Hirshon and the yellow gold and diamond Indian Headdress Tiara for Betsy
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Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
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W 0.79 in Dm 5.39 in L 16.93 in
Art Deco 1920 Mughal Tutti Frutti Necklace Silver 303.69 Cts Gemstone And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier. It was a necklace commissioned by queen Alexandra to be worn with three Indian gowns she received
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Fluorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...

Mughal Empire Style Vintage 22k Yellow Gold Multigemstone Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Experience exotic elegance with our Middle Eastern and Indian Style 22k Yellow Gold Ring, adorned
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2010s Asian Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Go...

Extraordinary Chanel Moghul Glass Bib : Workshop; Gripoix
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
of the signatures of Maison Chanel. Rubies, emeralds and pearls of the royal Indian court
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Vintage 1950s French More Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

23.55 Carats Gorgeous Purple Loose Amethyst Necklace Gem From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Emerald Treatment: Non Certificate: On Client Demand Amethyst, a striking and revered gemstone, holds a
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Amethyst

Mid-Century 1950 Tutti Frutti Bombe Ring 13.35 Ctw Diamonds Rubies and Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
emeralds, 4.50 carats. Have a weight of 21.95 grams and the actual size is 4.5, can be easily sized. The
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Vintage 1950s American Post-War Cocktail Rings

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

Gorgeous Natural Loose Tourmaline Ring Gem 1.80 Carats Afghanistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Emerald Treatment: Non Color: Blue Green Loose tourmaline gemstones come in a dazzling array of colors
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.90 Carat Natural Faceted Aquamarine Cushion Cut From Pakistan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
as emerald cuts, oval cuts, and round brilliants, to showcase their brilliance and clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Anglo-Indian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Aquamarine

Mellerio Paris, French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, Lapis, and Obsidian Polo Player
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock Crystal, Enamel, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurines and Sculptures

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Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Mid Century 1960 Mughal Tutti Frutti Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold with 33.68 Cts Gems
Located in Miami, FL
emeralds) carved using Indian techniques and set in French platinum and diamond mountings. The style became
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

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Turquoise, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tutti Frutti 1950 Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 46.81 Cts In Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier. It was a necklace commissioned by queen Alexandra to be worn with three Indian gowns she received
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18...

Victorian 1837 Mughal Tutti Frutti Brooch In 17Kt Gold With Carved Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Pierre Cartier. It was a necklace commissioned by queen Alexandra to be worn with three Indian gowns she
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Antique 1820s British Early Victorian Brooches

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

22K Gold and Ruby Medallion Pendant Earrings, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
cabochon ruby center. These were originally Indian necklace pendants and the top posts have been added to
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Late 20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

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Ruby, 22k Gold

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
By Mellerio Paris
Located in New York, NY
and lapis lazuli columns adorned with gold and diamonds, insert with 7 ruby cabochons and 1 emerald
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21st Century and Contemporary French Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
well as his mother, wife and sister, with sumptuous jewels, including a set of emeralds made piece by
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20th Century French Figurines and Sculptures

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Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Si...

22 Karat Gold and Emerald Earrings by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
Faceted Colombian Emeralds adorn these fabulous 22K gold Indian tubular bead with hand-tooling and
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Mid-20th Century Indian Dangle Earrings

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Emerald, 22k Gold

Tutti Frutti 1950 Cocktail Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold with 46.81 Cts in Gemstones
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Miami, FL
Pierre Cartier. It was a necklace commissioned by queen Alexandra to be worn with three Indian gowns she
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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

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

Indian Rock Crystal Emerald Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Necklace Jaipur, Rajasthan, India 20th Century Fabricated from gold, the necklace has square
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Mid-20th Century Indian Choker Necklaces

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Emerald, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold

Indian Rock Crystal Emerald Gold Necklace
Indian Rock Crystal Emerald Gold Necklace
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W 1.19 in L 10.24 in
Antique Indian Basra Pearl Diamond Colombian Emerald Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
clarity. Diamonds set in flush setting. Colombian emerald (pear shape). Gorgeous Indian multi gemstone
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20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Muzo Emerald Colombia White Diamonds 18K White Gold Renaissance Pendant Necklace
By Muzo Emerald Colombia
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold renaissance styled necklace featuring Muzo colombian emerald tassles weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Drop Necklaces

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

19th Century Indian Nimboli Panch Mania Emerald Pearl Enamel Gold Necklace
Located in s-Hertogenbosch, NL
a fringe of gold collets, kundan set with foiled rock crystal, emerald beads, pearls and green
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Antique 19th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold

19th Century Indian Nimboli Panch Mania Emerald Pearl Enamel Gold Necklace
19th Century Indian Nimboli Panch Mania Emerald Pearl Enamel Gold Necklace
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H 2.56 in W 2.84 in D 0.12 in L 21.66 in
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Indian Emerald Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the indian emerald necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 22k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 15 vintage or 6 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect indian emerald necklace 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic indian emerald necklace over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and marquise cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a indian emerald necklace, 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 an Indian Emerald Necklace?

On average, a indian emerald necklace at 1stDibs sells for $16,000, while they’re typically $3,425 on the low end and $120,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Indian Emerald Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A squash blossom Indian necklace is a necklace made of silver and turquoise beads that look like they bloom. These necklaces are believed to have been originally handcrafted by members of the Navajo tribe. The name in their native language means “the bead which spreads out.” Shop for squash blossom Indian necklaces on 1stDibs.