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Uncut Emerald and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Uncut Emerald and Yellow Gold Necklace - Uncut emeralds on an 18k yellow gold necklace. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Handmade Mother of Pearl, Uncut Diamond and Emerald Stone Polki Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Emerald: 11.25 ctw Diamond cut: Uncut Diamond color: H-J Diamond clarity: SI Necklace Width: 9 mm - 26 mm
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20th Century Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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

Moi Firdos Multi Gemstone Uncut Diamond Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(22K) : 4.63g Gold(18K) : 1.87g Gold(14K) : 4.3g Uncut Diamonds/Vilandi/Polki : 2.06ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Cultured Pearl,...

Natural Uncut Diamond and Emerald Station Necklace for Women in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Uncut Diamond and Emerald Station Necklace for Women in 18K Gold studded with oval cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

David Webb Carved Emerald Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Carved Emerald Gold Link Necklace A carved emerald set with round diamonds in a gold
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Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

0.55 Carat Columbian Emerald Crystal Necklace
Located in София, BG
14 kt Gold Necklace with Columbian Emerald Crystal Gold color: Yellow Dimensions: 42 cm Width Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Bulgarian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Emerald, 14k Gold

Large Crystals of Colombian Emerald Necklace Silver
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver necklace with Emerald crystals cluster on Calcite on black 100% silk cord - Japan
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2010s French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Emerald, Silver

Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Necklace of 6 rows of cultured white oriental pearls, diameters; 6.5
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, ...

Baume Long Onyx Pearl Emerald Art Deco Style Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
tassel of strings of tiny white pearls and facetted emeralds. This matinee necklace ties at the front
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20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl

Moi Gold Sanchi Emerald and Pearl Tassel Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(22K) : 5.41g Gold(18K) : 12.27g Gold(14K) : 0.70g Uncut Diamond/Vilandi/Polki: 1.55ct Rose-cut
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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...

Natural Raw Emerald Crystal Necklace Pine Double-Sided cone
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Double-sided Pine necklace with natural raw Emerald (green beryl) crystal in patinated silver
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2010s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Emerald, Green Beryl, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Raw Emerald Crystal Necklace Pine Double-Sided cone
Natural Raw Emerald Crystal Necklace Pine Double-Sided cone
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H 2.08 in W 0.63 in D 0.98 in
13.57ct 14K Hand Carved Natural Colombian Emerald Rough Horse Pendant Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite hand-carved Colombian emerald rough horse sculpture showcases the raw beauty of
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2010s Colombian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Needle Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This delicate 18-karat gold necklace features a natural needle-shaped Colombian emerald pendant on
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Indian Handcrafted Necklace in 22k Gold, Diamonds, Natural Pearls, Emerald, Ruby
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
grams of 22kt Gold, 2.50 carats of Uncut Diamonds, 25 carats of Emeralds and Rubies, and 20 carats of
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

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

34.24 Carat Emerald & Rose Cut Diamond Necklace / Bracelet on 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This is a stunning Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Necklace weighing 34.24 carats in total. This
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2010s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art-Deco Style Tutti Frutti Emerald, Sapphire and Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful tutti-frutti art-deco necklace with vibrant colored natural gemstones, 56.3 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

Natural 10.00Ct Raw Emerald Gold Handmade Pendant
Located in רמת גן, IL
Natural 10.00Ct Raw Emerald Gemstone Gold Handmade Pendant and Necklace Product Description
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2010s Israeli Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Crystals Gold Pendant Natural Raw Green Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural raw emerald crystals emerald origin - Ural crystals
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Crystals Gold Pendant Natural Raw Green Stone
Emerald Crystals Gold Pendant Natural Raw Green Stone
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W 0.91 in D 0.59 in L 1.26 in
78.3 Grams Huge 18K Yellow Gold Emerald Crystal Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Showcased is a rare, rough emerald crystal pendant. 57 total carat weight of genuine, rough
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Iberian Peninsula 17th Century Cross Table Cut Diamonds Colombian Emerald Pendan
Located in New York, NY
Iberian Peninsula 17th Century Silver Cross Table Cut Diamonds Colombian Emerald and Burma Ruby
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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Georgian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Silver

Late 16th Century Emerald Cameo Empress Berenice by Carlo Giuliano
Located in Firenze, IT
Mounted a pendant in 1st half 19th century by Carlo Giuliano On the back engraved the pyramids in Egypt Size of the cameo is 26mm x 20mm The pendant is long 43mm Carlo Giuliano (1831...
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
Rich, emerald-green certified natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade has been whimsically and
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Vintage 1980s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
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W 0.78 in D 0.28 in L 1.61 in
Marlo Laz La Trouvaille 5 Coin Charm Necklace 14 Karat Gold
By Marlo Laz
Located in New York, NY
mixed gold emerald, ruby, pearl, white & champagne diamond coin (diameter): 1" *All of our fine jewelry
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Turquoise Diamonds Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace and Brooch
Located in Marcianise, IT
aquamarine,old cut diamonds and emeralds Master craftsmen from a rough piece of turquoise have managed to
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Vintage 1950s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier Hematite Dolphin Yellow Gold Pendant Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Hematite Dolphin Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 1 round emerald in the eye
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

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Hematite, Yellow 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

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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

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

Carved Coral Smiling Buddha Pendant in 18K Two Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful smiling Buddha carved coral pendant with emeralds and diamonds. Handmade in 18k white
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold

Rich Jadeite Jade Pendant Freeform Carving Certified Untreated, New
Located in Southbury, CT
This is gorgeous, emerald-green mottled untreated Burmese jadeite jade stone has been hand carved
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2010s Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Jade Pendant, Vivid Green, Impeccable Carving, Certified Untreated Chromium Jade
Located in Southbury, CT
is the chemical element that gives jadeite its legendary emerald-green coloring. Chromium also gives
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Vintage 1940s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Mughal Magnificenct Traditional Rose Cut Diamond & Navratan 18 Kt YG Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
Maharajas & Mughal Magnificenct Necklace and Heavy Antique Gold Matching stud Earrings Jadau Traditional
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

59.41 Carat Zambian Natural Emerald Hand Carving Peacock Loose Gemstone
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Hand Carving Leaf For Handmade Pendant, Necklace and Handmade Jewelry. Zambian Emerald is like all
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Emerald

Bracelet from the Collection "Dreem" 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Bracelet Dreem Collection in 18 kt yellow gold white diamonds, ruby emeralds and saphire The
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2010s Italian More Bracelets

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold 3 Layer Necklace with Uncut Diamonds and Emeralds
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
This necklace is festooned with hand-carved natural Emeralds and accentuated with Polki Diamonds
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mismatch Choker Necklace with Uncut Diamond and Emerald
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
This necklace keeps the legacies of Indian royalties alive with its brilliant use of Emeralds and
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangle Pendant Necklace with Uncut Diamonds and Emerald
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
This pendant features hand-carved natural Emerald, accentuated with Polki Diamonds (Uncut Diamonds
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Drop Pendent Necklace with Uncut Diamonds and Emeralds
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
Featuring a hand-carved Emerald Pendent, embellished with Uncut Diamonds (Polki Diamonds) and set
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Manjrie Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond Aventurine 18k Gold Contemporary Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
sapphires, and emeralds, all encircled by glittering diamonds in 18k gold. Accentuated by uncut diamond
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2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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

Manjrie Ruby Emerald Pearl Coral Diamond Turquoise 18K Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
signifying the Sun accentuated by uncut diamonds and turquoise around the corners. Necklace Length with
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2010s Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Other, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Amrapali Jewels 22 Karat Gold and Emerald Pendent
By Amrapali
Located in London, GB
Amrapali Jewels 22k gold & Emerald Pendent (chain not included) Emerald weight - 9.56ct Length
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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 22k Gold

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Sapphire Diamond 22k Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
India, this intricate necklace features polki(uncut diamonds), emerald, ruby, cultured pearls and other
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2010s Indian Artisan More Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Chrysobe...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Yellow Sapphire Diamond Iolite Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
Taking inspiration from the modern loose tie, but this elegant necklace is all about liberation and
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2010s Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Other, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mismatch Dangle Earrings with Uncut Diamonds and Emerald
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
Karat Yellow Gold Mismatch Charm Necklace with Uncut Diamond and Emerald". For details checkout pictures
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2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mismatch Link Bracelet with Uncut Diamonds and Emerald
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
Mismatch Charm Necklace with Uncut Diamond and Emerald". For details checkout pictures in the slider and
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2010s Indian Contemporary Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Freida Pendant RNBW
Located in New York, NY
Sliced raw uncut diamonds, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Green Sapphire, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
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2010s Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Freida Pendant RNBW
Freida Pendant RNBW
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W 0.49 in L 0.52 in
Gisela Pendant RNBW
Located in New York, NY
Sliced raw uncut diamonds, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Green Sapphire, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire
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2010s Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, G...

Gisela Pendant RNBW
Gisela Pendant RNBW
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W 0.3 in L 0.64 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Square Stud Earrings with Uncut Diamonds and Emerald
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
Rectangle Pendant Necklace with Uncut Diamonds and Emerald” and/or “14 Karat Yellow Gold Rectangle Ring with
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2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Drop Earrings with Uncut Diamonds and Emeralds
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, SG
with "14 Karat Yellow Gold Halo Drop Pendent Necklace with Uncut Diamonds and Emeralds" and/or “18
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2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large V Pendant RNBW
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Green Sapphire, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ruby
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2010s Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Large V Pendant RNBW
Large V Pendant RNBW
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L 2.3 in
Small V-Pendant RNBW
Located in New York, NY
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Green Sapphire, Orange Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ruby
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2010s Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Small V-Pendant RNBW
Small V-Pendant RNBW
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L 0.63 in
Manjrie Ruby Sapphire Emerald Diamond 18k Gold Contemporary Dangle Earrings
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
sapphires, and emeralds, all encircled by glittering diamonds in 18k gold. Accentuated by uncut diamond
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2010s Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

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

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Yellow Sapphire Diamond Gold Artisan Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
signifying the Sun. Polki(uncut diamonds) 0.25ct. Ruby 5ct. Emerald Bead 6ct. Yellow Sapphire 6ct. Rest of
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2010s Artisan Cuff Bracelets

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Other, Chrysoberyl, Emerald, Garnet, Yellow Sapphire, Coral, Diamond, Io...

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Sapphire Diamond Onyx 18k Gold Silver Artisan Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Sapphire Diamond 22k Gold Artisan Necklace”. For details checkout picture in
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2010s Indian Artisan Clamper Bracelets

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Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, Pearl, Other, 18k Gold, Silver

Ruby Emerald Uncut Diamond Turquoise 22 Karat Gold Artisan Enamel Ring
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
brand “Manjrie Ruby Emerald Pearl Coral Diamond Turquoise 18k Gold Artisan Necklace". For details
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2010s Indian Artisan Dome Rings

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 22k Gold

Uncut Emerald and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Uncut Emerald and Yellow Gold Necklace - Uncut emeralds on an 18k yellow gold necklace. Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

Vintage 18k Gold, Emerald & Diamond Necklace by Leo De Vroomen c.1979
By Leo de Vroomen
Located in Wilmslow, GB
supporting uncut Emeralds with pave set diamond terminals. Totally unique, very stylish statement piece
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Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Emerald Crystal Gold Pendant Big Green Beryl 14 Karat Gold Necklace Christmas
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
One of a kinde 14k yellow gold necklace with natural emerald crystal cluster emerald origin
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Beryl, Crystal, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Gold Emerald and Oriental Pearl Chain Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Emerald and Oriental Pearl Chain Necklace, circa 1910 Elegant, extra-long
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 18K Gold Emerald and Oriental Pearl Chain Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
Art Nouveau 18K Gold Emerald and Oriental Pearl Chain Necklace, circa 1910 Elegant, extra-long
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Uncut Emerald Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact uncut emerald necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. 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. Making the right choice when shopping for an uncut emerald necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing uncut emerald necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Baume, Estaa and Allison Bryan each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an uncut 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 a Uncut Emerald Necklace?

Prices for an uncut emerald necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $248 and can go as high as $75,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,600.

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.