Emerald necklaces

Emerald necklaces: exceptional greens, stories around the neck

At Castafiore, an emerald necklace is a passage through time. We bring together pre-owned necklaces and antique pieces, sometimes signed, sometimes anonymous, always chosen for the intensity of the stone and the quality of the setting. Luminous yellow gold, crisp white gold, precise platinum, and more rarely rhodium-plated silver: each metal serves a unique shade of green. The collection includes solitaire pendants, chain chokers, and sautoirs punctuated with pearls or diamonds. It also features motifs that are almost never seen today: Art Deco knots, tassels with delicate fringes, rigid torques from the 1970s, subtle draping, and settings of old-cut diamonds. These jewels don't aim for mere effect; they define a certain style. Every necklace offered for sale is appraised, described, photographed, and offered at a fair price, with clear provenance.

Emeralds in practice: origin, cut, carats

Emerald is a variety of beryl colored by chromium or vanadium. Its hue ranges from bright green to bluish-green depending on its origin: Colombia for deep greens, Zambia for cooler shades, and Brazil for light stones with a vivid brilliance. Its inclusions, poetically called "gardens," contribute to its unique character and indicate a natural origin. In the collection, we specify for each necklace the size of the stone, its carat weight, the condition of the setting, the metal alloy, and the chain's durability to help you make an informed choice.

The emerald carries ancient symbolism. Latin authors linked it to Venus; Western tradition has made it the birthstone for May, associated with renewal, knowledge, and hope. From Mughal intaglios to Belle Époque jewelry, from Art Deco platinum and diamond pendants to 1970s torques, it constantly reappears around the neck, punctuating a silhouette with green. This cultural memory explains the enduring attachment to the stone and the quiet authority it lends to a necklace.

In terms of cut, the most famous is named after it: the emerald cut, with its stepped design, protects the stone and showcases the depth of its green hue. Pear, oval, and cushion cuts are also common, frequently seen on antique pendants. While carat weight matters, color intensity and uniformity are paramount. White diamonds often frame a central emerald. They form a harmonious border, enhance a pendant, and balance a curb chain necklace in white gold, yellow gold, or platinum. This technical precision, combined with our expertise, allows you to choose a documented emerald jewel, ready to become part of your story.

Choosing your emerald necklace: shapes, materials, uses

An emerald necklace can be worn close to the neck as a choker, at the nape of the neck as a princess-length necklace, or as a sautoir for a more relaxed style. A solitaire pendant suits the woman seeking a calming signature. A halo of antique diamonds adds a couture touch. The rigid torque, very much in the 70s style, remains a favorite for structuring a simple dress. The chain necklaces in our selection use links chosen for their durability: curb for the stability of a pendant, Venetian for a square line, and curb for elegant flexibility. White gold highlights cool greens, yellow gold warms an emerald with a more golden tone, rose gold offers a soft contrast, and platinum ensures impeccable hold.

Some pieces combine emeralds and sapphires, more rarely rubies, and sometimes cultured pearls in regular intervals. Each product in the collection specifies the length, the chain size, the declared origin of the stone, the number of carats, and the possible presence of zirconium oxides in pavé settings when used as an alternative to diamonds.

You can save your favorites, compare prices, refine your choice by metal and era, and find the necklace that meets your precise needs.

Buying, selling, passing on: a living and authenticated collection

Castafiore is not a designer, it's a living repository of jewelry. The emerald necklaces that enter the collection come from private collections or professional stocks. Each piece is examined: hallmarks, alloy, setting inspection, carat verification, and the condition of the chain and clasp.

We document the sale, issue a secure digital certificate, and publish the listing with a clear description. The price takes into account the stone's presumed origin, color, size, carat weight, alloy, and age. If you wish to sell an emerald necklace, we will arrange for an appraisal and agree on a fair price with you before listing it online.

Buying here means entering a cycle of informed choice and serene transmission. Wearing one of these pieces also subtly evokes memories of times gone by within a very contemporary outfit. A pear-shaped teardrop pendant in white gold will define a tailored suit. A platinum choker with calibrated diamonds will complement a white shirt. A yellow gold curb chain necklace with a square emerald will become your everyday companion. It's this precision that we love: a perfectly chosen piece of jewelry, a clear story, a presence that sits just right around the neck.