Green With Envy - Vintage Retro 14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Pendant & Earring Set (VP064)

Green With Envy - Vintage Retro 14K Gold Emerald & Diamond Pendant & Earring Set.  This exquisite set is crafted from 14K gold, hallmarked 14K.  Featuring Retro styling, 3 natural oval cut emeralds, 18 round brilliant cut diamonds, and high quality workmanship.  The shape of the surmounts on these pieces are an elegant marquise shape with raised curved fluted detailing.  The central portion is adorned by expertly claw set vibrant green emeralds, and sparkling diamonds.  The 14K twisted Singapore chain works perfectly with the design of the gold detail on the pieces. The earrings are for pierced ears, featuring posts and secure butterfly backs.  The richness of the yellow gold and the beautiful vibrant green emeralds are quite simply stunning.  The set is substantial and solid (as seen in high quality jewelry) This gorgeous Vintage set would make a perfect gift or addition to any fine jewelry collection.  

Note: Appraisal included with the set.  Comments: Fantastic vibrant green colour on emeralds. High quality set. 

History: Its name comes from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” Rome's Pliny the Elder described emerald in his Natural History, published in the first century AD: “… nothing greens greener” was his verdict. ... The first known emerald mines were in Egypt, dating from at least 330 BC into the 1700s.  

Most of Colombia's emerald deposits are located on the eastern ridge of the Andes Mountains that run northeast-southwest through the country. The three main mining areas are Chivor, located in the eastern part of Boyacá Department, and Muzo and Coscuez in the western part of the province.

Cleopatra had two favourite gemstones. Emeralds and Lapis Lazuli. This is known through documentation. 

The earliest diamonds were found in India in 4th century BC, although the youngest of these deposits were formed 900 million years ago. A majority of these early stones were transported along the network of trade routes that connected India and China, commonly known as the Silk Road.

Measurements:  Pendant (including bale) 24.00 mm x 8.00 mm     Earrings 16.00 mm x 8.00 mm     Chain 16" 

Stone Size: Emerald .90 carats    Diamond .17 carats 

Weight: 7.90 grams (Pendant, Earrings, Chain) 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1960