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Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Glam! This beautiful antique necklace is Victorian period, 1870 ca. An unique design of
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
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H 2.33 in W 2.52 in L 14.77 in
14k Gold Emerald Diamond Necklace Certified
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted from luxurious 14K yellow gold, this necklace boasts a captivating centerpiece: a 4.50
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Emerald

Antique Victorian Era Emerald Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Victorian era graduated necklace. Adorned with mesmerizing emeralds and dazzling diamonds, this exquisite
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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

Certified Antique Victorian No Oil 393.00 Carat Russian Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
: 381.00ct Origin: URAL RUSSIA Certificate: GRS This Russian Natural Untreated Emerald and Diamond Set Chain
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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Emerald

Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Necklace W/ Emeralds, Pearl & Diamonds
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful Victorian necklace features a silver scrolling foliate centerpiece decorated with
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

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

Victorian 25 Cttw. Emerald, Diamond and Topaz Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Victorian 25 Cttw. Emerald, Diamond, and Topaz Pendant Necklace, a
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage Victorian Style Emerald And 3-Strand Pearl Pendant Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This necklace features a cabochon cut green emerald bezel set pendant. Paired with 150 round cut
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20th Century North American Victorian Choker Necklaces

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

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Diamond Foliate Necklace with Emerald Diamond Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold and topped in
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Victorian Rock Crystal, Ruby, Garnet and Emerald Insect Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A simply outstanding rock crystal and gemstone insect pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Garnet, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 13.6 Cttw. Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning Victorian 13.6 Cttw. Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Topaz, and Diamond Pendant
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Ste...

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Diamond, Opal, Emerald, + Ruby Fly Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
approximately 0.50ctw. Two vibrant green emerald cabochons are set as its eyes, separated by its detailed head
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

GIA Certified 4.50 Carat Oval Emerald Victorian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade Victorian antique emerald pendant necklace circa 1860s. 4.50ct oval emerald center stone
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Victorian 24.50 Carats Amethyst Pearl 14 Kt Yellow Gold Cross Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a cross pendant comprised of mixed emerald cut amethysts with a diamond shaped amethyst
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Emerald Diamond Pendant or Brooch, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
8ct gold and silver set Victorian, Diamond and Emerald Pendant or Brooch circa 1860 Floral and
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald

Victorian Emerald Diamond Pendant or Brooch, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
18ct gold and silver set Victorian, Diamond and Emerald Pendant or Brooch circa 1860 Floral and
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 4.26 Carat Colombian Emerald and 8.49 Carat Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
True to the Victorian period! This very fine Colombian Emerald & Old European Diamond pendant
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

Late Victorian Era Silver and Gold pentant with Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Incredible luscious Emerald forward pendant. This piece dates back to the late victorian period and
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Antique Late 18th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

Victorian Emerald and Pearl Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
been crafted into the shape of love heart with a single round faceted emerald set at the centre. A vast
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mindi Mond AGL Certified 2.31 Carat Colombian Emerald Diamond Victorian Pendant
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
catches the beauty of the vibrant color & quality of the pear shaped emerald. The original victorian mixed
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian French Antique Emerald Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut rubies and emeralds bezel set throughout Rubies weigh approximately 0.46 carat total Transparent
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Ruby Emerald Diamond 14 Karat Gold Reversible Locket
Located in New York, NY
emerald. Two locket looks in one! The stars are set with 36 Old Mine cut diamonds weighing approximately
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Antique 1880s Unknown High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Cross Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Silver Cross Chain Necklace Length: 28 " The Medal is
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Bronze

3.7 CTW Emerald Cut Illusion Set Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Cut Illusion Set Diamond Tennis Necklace studded in 18K Gold. This stunning piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Holbeinesque Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
design. The drop is centrally-set with a pear shaped natural emerald estimated to an approximate weight
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Necklace Earrings Bracelet Set Citrine Seed Pearl
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Victorian set made of 14 karat (stamped) yellow gold, featuring nineteen emerald mixed
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown More Necklaces

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Pearl, Citrine, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Opal Medal Necklace Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald and Opal set in Gold Prongs on two different French Saint Medals, Chain Is Silver and can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
transition to Victorian era, rare swag and drop necklace, beautiful! Expressing delicacy and refinement of
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
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H 1.34 in W 0.48 in L 20.87 in
14CT White Gold and Platinum Emerald, Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Sydney, NSW
Platinum pear cut double drop emerald pendant, single strand necklet semi round cultured medium
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2010s Australian Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum

Victorian 1.15 Ct Colombian Emerald ..80 Ct Old Mine Diamond Three Stone pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
silver Set with a fine 1.15 Ct (6.6 x 6.3 mm.) old mine cut natural Emerald Colombian origin, intense
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Emerald Virgin Mother Mary Medal Chunky Chain Necklace Gold J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald set in Silver Prong on a Virgin Mother Mary Medal Round Coin Pendant in Bronze with a Gold
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold-filled, Bronze

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This necklace features Graduated Pearl strands, adorned in faceted Emerald and Sapphire beads, and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Striking Antique Necklace A particularly pretty antique necklace from the 19th century that is very
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
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H 1.42 in W 1.38 in L 15.75 in
Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Carat CLASSIC COLOMBIA Emerald surrounded by approximately 11.8 carats of old mine cut diamonds set in
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Emerald Medal Chain Necklace Coin Pendant Joan of Arc J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Squared Emerald Set in Gold Prong on gold filled Chain Necklace the Medal Coin Pendant of Joan Of
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Emerald Virgin Mother Mary Medal Chunky Chain Necklace Gold tone J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald set in Prong on a Virgin Mother Mary Medal Round Coin Pendant in Bronze with a Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold-filled, Bronze

Emerald Joan of Arc Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Squared Emerald Set in Prong Gold Filled Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Gold Vermeil Joan Of Arc
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Vermeil, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Emerald Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Joan of Arc J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Squared Emerald Set in Gold Prong Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Joan Of Arc J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Emerald Aquamarine Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald and Aquamarine Set in Gold Prongs on a Silver and Bronze Medal, One Medal is in Silver and
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Virgin Mary Medal Sacred Heart Chain Necklace Emerald Silver Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Virgin Mary Medal Gold Filled Chain Necklace with Emerald set in Gold Prong and Sapphire
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

French Gem-set, Colored Diamond and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
punctuated by white baroque pearls and cube shaped links, each set with a cushion shape ruby, emerald
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

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

Emerald Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Heart Tanzanite Silver Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Medal Chain Necklace Virgin Mary Heart Tanzanite Silver Bronze J Dauphin This Double Medal
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Medal Necklace Chain Virgin Mary Heart Tanzanite Emerald Silver Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
has a gold set Emerald. The Necklace can be used in different lengths, full length is 28" Designer
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Victorian 8.20 Carat Amethyst Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
An eye catching 8.20 carat Amethyst sits central to this necklace from the 1880s. The 18 carat
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Rope Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Diamond and Emerald Cross Pendant, 3.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
approximately 3.00 carats. Outlining these glistening jewels are beautiful emeralds that imbue this piece with a
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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Beautiful Antique 18k Gold Floral Emerald Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
gemstone. The biggest emerald in the center measures 6.5mm* 5.5mm. It is cushion cut and bezel set in
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

4.35tcw 14K Natural Dark Green Pear Emerald & Marquise Diamond Accent Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A lovely emerald and diamond necklace. The center of attention is the stunning teardrop/pear-cut
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2010s Zambian Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

0.72ct 18K Colombian Emerald, Asscher Cut Pre-Colombian Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
0.72-carat asscher cut, Colombian emerald that is bezel set into this 18K yellow gold piece. A 18-inch
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2010s Colombian Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.47tcw 14K Vintage Inspired Oval Emerald Cabochon & Oval Amethyst Drop Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A remarkable emerald and amethyst necklace, that showcases three gorgeous gemstones. At the very
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2010s Zambian Late Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 16th Century Emerald Cameo Empress Berenice by Carlo Giuliano
Located in Firenze, IT
London jewellers. In 1875, he set out on his own, starting a retail outlet at 115 Piccadilly, and
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Opal Diamond Enamel Large Brooch Pendant 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare & Unique This impressive and colourful, large brooch pendant is Victorian period, 1875 ca
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 4.10ct Garnet 1.36ct Emerald and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian 4.10 carat garnet, 1.36 carat emerald and 0.48 carat
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Antique 1830s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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

Bohemian Garnet Emerald Ruby Enamel Locket French Belle Epoque Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
This is one of the finest Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Locket Pendants we have seen. The
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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Ruby, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
variation inspired by Queen Victoria was the "spark" ring set with a single tiny diamond -- a metaphor for
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Lapis Lazuli, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...

Incredible Black Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Statement Serpent Drop Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Victoria with a ring in the image of a snake featuring an emerald-set head. The Queen pronounced the snake
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1889 Nordic Necklace Egyptian Revival 30 Scarab Beetle Gilt Silver / 50cm/ 27gr
Located in SE
Rare and very unusual piece of Egyptian - revival styled necklace with 30 genuine emerald Green
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Antique 1880s Swedish Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Gold-filled

GIA Ruby No Heat Platinum Diamond Necklace 18K Antique Pendant Old Mine 5.04 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pendants, and Rings from the Art Deco, Edwardian, Victorian eras. (I will be listing
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant / Brooch, 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
of resources resulted in an exquisitely fine gem-set gold jewelry. Parures of emeralds, necklaces
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Antique 1860s Spanish Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

Antique Iberian Diamond Pendant/Brooch 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
of emeralds, necklaces, stomachers, rings, earrings etc. were plentiful at the court of Spain. Some
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Antique 1850s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

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Victorian Emerald Necklace Set For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact victorian emerald necklace set you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 188 antique edition and 42 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian emerald necklace set may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a victorian emerald necklace set has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by J DAUPHIN, Natkina and Fei Liu are consistently popular. While most can agree that any victorian emerald necklace set from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of an emerald version from the 141 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. An emerald cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and old mine cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a victorian emerald necklace set, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Victorian Emerald Necklace Set?

On average, a victorian emerald necklace set at 1stDibs sells for $5,190, while they’re typically $155 on the low end and $500,000 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.