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Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Gemstone: Emerald
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Onyx Platinum Art Deco Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Emanating elegance and sophistication, comprising a 1920’s platinum Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet of geometric design, finely set with several luminous diamonds, emeralds, and Onyx thr...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Ruby Emerald Young Lion Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the epitome of sophistication and regal elegance, behold the Van Cleef & Arpels Lion 14K Brooch Pin. Exclusively curated for those with a discerni...
Category
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Diamond Stacking Band
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels
Stacking Band
Green Emerald Cabochon & Diamonds Stacking Ring, this variation also produced in ruby and sapphire from the 1970's
Measurements: 8.2 mm x 5.5 mm x...
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1970s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Beryl, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Umbrella and Table Pendant
Located in Bethesda, MD
A mid-century pendant charm created by Van Cleef & Arpels, showcasing an umbrella and table design, complete with a pear-shaped emerald representing an absinthe drink, accompanied by...
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Mid-20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 2 Carat Emerald And Diamond Cocktail Dome Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Oval Cabochon Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Dome Ring.
A stunning and rare vintage VCA New York ring with a classic design typical of ...
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20th Century American Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Paris emeralds Diamond Earrings and Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare collection "fleurette" pieces Emerald and Diamond Earrings flower and Ring by Van Cleef and Arpels Signed, Van Cleef & Arpels serial numbered and maker mark
French Marked Made i...
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1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Paris emeralds Diamond Earrings and Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare collection "fleurette" pieces Emerald and Diamond Earrings flower and Ring by Van Cleef and Arpels Signed, Van Cleef & Arpels serial numbered and maker mark
French Marked Made i...
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1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Three Flower Ring made in 18k Yellow Gold. Ring Size US 5. Signed and numbered.
SKU: 1484-
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Emerald Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Lion Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This iconic Van Cleef & Arpels brooch features a fabulous lion design crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant-cut diamonds, green emerald eyes, and a black enamel nose...
Category
1980s Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Cabochon Ring with emerald appx. 3 carats and diamonds appx. 0.68 carats made in 18k Yellow Gold. Signed and numbered. Total Weight: 10.84 grams. Ring S...
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Vintage Diamond Emerald Gold Platinum Lion Cub Brooch
Located in Greenwich, CT
Keep your baby lion cub close to you when wearing this adorable Van Cleef & Arpels Paris vintage diamond emerald gold and platinum brooch. With its black enamel nose, emerald eyes, a...
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Emerald & Diamond Asymmetrical Stacking Ring.
Pave Set Round Brilliant Diamonds and Emeralds
TW 1.55 cts
18k Yellow Gold
Size 5.5
Produced in several variations of stacking rings from 1970...
Category
1970s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Necklace
Beautiful Pear Emerald and gold necklace featuring 7 pear shape certified Columbian emeralds.
Ac...
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Late 20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Platinum Ring Circa 1940
Located in London, GB
A Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels emerald and diamond platinum ring, circa 1940.
Set its centre with a Columbian emerald cut emerald of 2.07cts within four contrasting yellow gold claws ...
Category
1940s European Retro Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond 18k Gold Fleurette Flower Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Fleurette Flower Ring.
A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set wit...
Category
20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Emerald Necklace
Featuring three rows adorned with round-cut diamonds and square-cut emeralds.
Signed: Van Cleef & Arpels and numbered, French maker's...
Category
1960s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Bee Pins
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exuding timeless charm, this trio of pins from French jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels takes the form of whimsical bees. Encrusted with glittering white diamonds, two pins feature vivid gr...
Category
20th Century French Retro Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Double Headed Swan Ring In Black Onyx With Diamonds Emeralds
Located in London, GB
A whimsical double headed swan ring by Van Cleef & Arpels c.1970s, the bypass style ring in 18ct yellow gold designed as two matching swans heads crossing over each other and facing ...
Category
Late 20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels
CIRCA: 1980
MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Round Brilliant Cut Diamond
GEMSTONE 2: Emerald
WEIGHT: 7.7 grams
MEASUREMENTS: 3/4" x 5/8"
HALLMARKS: ...
Category
1980s Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Diamond
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Diamond Fleurette Flower Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond And Emerald Flower Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 13 diamonds, VS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. 1.00ctw.
3 Emeralds total weight ap...
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1990s French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
VCA GIA 10.10ct Old European Cut Diamond Engagement Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA-certified 10.10ct diamond and emerald ring in an 18k yellow gold mounting. The center diamond is J color and VS1 clarity. The mounting is studded with collection-grade round bril...
Category
1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Emerald Hoops
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels diamond, sapphire, ruby and emerald hoop earclip earrings in 18k yellow gold. Pave set with round brilliant cut diamonds 3.5 carats & accented with 3 rows of square cut gemstones...
Category
Late 20th Century French Artist Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Important Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond & Emerald Necklace
A platinum necklace set with 382 round cut diamonds, 8 pear shaped diamonds, and a Columbian cabochon emerald
Diamond Information
App...
Category
1980s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Tri-Floral Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Floral-Trio with Emerald, Ruby, and Sapphire Flowers with Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with an Original VCA Box and a copy of the Original VCA Papers. Total ...
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18...
Van Cleefs & Arpels Paris Hoop Earrings 18kt Gold 1.20 Ctw Diamonds and Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of a gem set clip earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
Beautiful modern pieces, created in France, by the iconic Parisian jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This pair of ...
Category
1990s French Modernist Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Small Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These rare Van Cleef & Arpels lever-back earrings from the gorgeous Frivole collection feature a flower design crafted in 18k yellow gold, prong-set with emeralds in the center, and ...
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1990s French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Emerald Diamond Flower Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels ring from the classic Fleurette collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with green emeralds weighing an estimated 0.30 carats and brilliant...
Category
1990s French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
French Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful emerald, ruby, and diamond yellow gold ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. The ring is set with three rectangular step-cut emeralds, round mixed-cut rubies, and round brilliant-c...
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby
Van Cleef & Arpels Pisces Zodiac Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1970s, this Pisces pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels is composed of 18K gold, diamond, and emeralds. The ribbed bail suspends a circular pendant, within ropetwist frame, ...
Category
1970s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Lion Head Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Van Cleef and Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald Lion Head Bangle Bracelet
This bangle by Van Cleef is from the Etruscan Revival collection and features two lion-heads, holding...
Category
20th Century French Modern Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Emerald Platinum Round Tuxedo Cufflinks
Located in Miami, FL
An Antique Art Deco piece from the House of Van Cleef & Arpels.
Vie to relive the past in these Exquisite, circa 1940s cufflinks
Crafted in luxurious Platinum. From the rounded s...
Category
1940s French Art Deco Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Adorable Gold Emerald Ruby Hummingbird Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k gold hummingbird brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels, with two emerald cabochons (measuring 9 x 8.3mm and 12.3 x 9.3mm) ruby eye and two rubies on the tail. Brooch measures 55m...
Category
20th Century American Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Leo Cufflinks, 18k Gold Emerald
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A great pair of vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Leo cufflinks made of 18k gold, featuring emerald.
The Leo's head has amazing hammered gold mane and facial details.
VCA workmanship was ...
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1970s Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Three Band Stacking Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Trio Emerald Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Three Band Triangular Stacking Rings. The rings are made in 18K Gold. Blue Sapphire: Ring Size US 5, Emerald: Ring Size 5,...
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Yellow Sapphire Yellow Gold Band Ring
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond, Emerald and Yellow Sapphire Band Ring by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 7 emerald cut diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, G Color. Total Diamond Weight approx. .50ct.
1 Heart Shape Emerald Stone total weight 1.5ct
1 Heart Shape Yellow Sapphire...
Category
1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald & Diamond Bracelet
Set with 7 very fine emerald cut emeralds, round and marquise cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold
Total diam...
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1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Flower Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 16 diamond VVS1 clarity, G color total weight .33ct
1 cabochon emeral...
Category
20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arples Platinum Floral Earrings Ruby, Emerald, Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Bring a feminine flair to your ensemble with these flirty VCA earrings. Circa 1950's, these ultra-rare earrings are made from platinum and weigh 16.58 tot...
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1950s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Flower Gold Pin Brooch
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Flower Diamond Emerald Sapphire Ruby Brooch Pin by Van Cleef & Arpels.
With 126 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 5.60ct
1 ruby...
Category
20th Century French Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Emerald 18 Karat VCA Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Explore your whimsical charming nature, with this glorious Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Diamond Emerald 18K Gold
Bracelet. This French VCA emerald and diamo...
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Flower Emerald Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold bangle bracelet by Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring flowers, set in rubies, emeralds, sapphires and surrounded with approx. 2.40ctw in diamonds. Bracelet will fit approx...
Category
20th Century American Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1960's Diamond Emerald and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century 18 karat gold ring with diamonds and emeralds by Van Cleef & Arpels. The ring has 15 round diamonds with an approximate total weight of 3.40 carats, F/G color, VS ...
Category
1960s Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cabochon Emerald and Ruby Earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Emerald and Ruby Earrings by Van Cleef and Arpels
2 cabochon emeralds
6 round cut diamonds & 6 round cut rubies
Measurements: .75" long...
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1970s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Emerald Earrings
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond, Emerald Earrings
A pair of 18k rose gold ear clips, set with diamonds and emerald beads signed by Van Cleef & Arpels.
measures 1.25″ in length by 0.50″ wi...
Category
1970s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Emerald Lion Necklace
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond, Emerald Lion Necklace
An 18k yellow gold Lion necklace, set with diamonds, marquise-cut emeralds. The central panel is ...
Category
1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Onyx Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Emanating elegance and sophistication, comprising a 1920’s platinum Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet of geometric design, finely set with several luminous diamonds, emeralds, and Onyx thr...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sugarloaf Emerald Platinum Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An art deco platinum bracelet, set with five sugarloaf emeralds and diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Dimensions approx. 7 1/2″ x 1/4″
Category
1930s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Pear-Shaped Motif Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
A sublime and resplendent pair of 18k yellow gold pear-shaped motif earrings, each pavé set with several luminous round brilliant-cut diamonds and square shaped emeralds.
Van Cleef ...
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1980s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Carved Emerald Ruby Yellow Gold Convertible Suite
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Emerald Ruby Convertible Suite in 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds.
The suite includes a number of pieces: A necklace that detaches and converts into two sepa...
Category
1960s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
1960s VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This, beautiful and iconic dome ring from Van Cleef's & Arpels was made in the 1960's it beautifully incorporates Emeralds, Sapphires & Diamonds in a swinging striped pattern. Mounte...
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20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Locomotive Charm
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A bi-color 18 carat gold locomotive charm, with two diamond headlights and one emerald headlight, signed and numbered: Van Cleef & Arpels, 97265, with an 18 carat gold Van Cleef & Ar...
Category
1970s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Cat Brooch Made by Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The phenomenal designers at Van Cleef are known to take inspiration from nature in their work, and this piece is no exception. This work of art turned jewelry is a Cat brooch set wit...
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1970s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx
Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Necklace-Bracelet Combination
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Carved Emerald, Ruby, Diamond Necklace-Bracelet Combination
Of Indian inspiration, set at the front with three carved emerald cabochons and four larger ruby beads, the backset with four carved emerald beads...
Category
1970s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Classic Vintage Brooch/ Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Classic Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, ruby, sapphire & emerald brooch/pendant. Spectacular colorful brooch with 3.32 carats of diamonds, rubie...
Category
1960s American Artist Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Ring
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Very classy and elegant, this beautiful Emerald ring is created by the famed jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels.
Center Emerald of 1.25 carats is mounted with 3.2 carats of diamond...
Category
20th Century Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphire Opening Cabochon Emerald Yellow Gold Compact
Located in New York, NY
Very elegant VCA 18kts woven Yellow Gold & brocaded pattern Compact.
Made in the 1960 - when all you needed was your compact and your jewels.
The opening spans the compact and is...
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1960s American Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Sapphire
Van Cleef & Arpels Hawaii Tutti Frutti Ring
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Hawaii Tutti Frutti Ring in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond weight approx. 2.00 carats total. Ruby weight approx. 0.50 carats total. Sapphire weight approx. 0.75 carats t...
Category
1990s American Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Ear Clips
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated and colorful pair of pear shaped ear clips by Van Cleef & Arpels, with fine brilliant diamonds, embellished by cabochon rubies and emeralds. Made in France, circa 1...
Category
1960s French Vintage Emerald Jewelry
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique and Vintage Emerald Jewelry and Watches
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.
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