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Bezel-set emerald birthstone necklace in 14K yellow gold on cable chain
Bezel-set emerald necklace on model, layered at the collarbone
Bezel-set emerald birthstone necklace in sterling silver, product view variant--Sterling-silver variant--Emerald
Bezel-set emerald birthstone necklace in 14K white gold, pendant detail variant--14K-white-gold variant--Emerald
Bezel-set emerald birthstone necklace in 14K yellow gold, product view variant--14K-yellow-gold variant--Emerald
Bezel-set emerald birthstone necklace in 14K rose gold, product view variant--14K-rose-gold variant--Emerald

Bezel-Set Emerald Necklace

Regular price $175.00
Product Details
  • Lab-created 3mm emerald, vivid saturated green, bezel-set
  • 16-inch cable chain, spring-ring clasp
  • 14K yellow, white, or rose gold, or sterling silver

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Arrives Gift-Wrapped

Free shipping on orders over $150

1 year warranty

Hand-made in CO



Bezel-Set Emerald Necklace

$175.00 Regular price
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Care Instructions

How do I take care of my jewelry?

14K Gold

Scrub lightly with a fresh toothbrush and warm water. You can also buff your pieces using the cloth included in your order.


Sterling Silver

Gently rub the surface with the cloth included in your order.

Do you have a warranty?

Yes! For 1 year from the date of purchase, we’ll take care of your product. Simply contact us and we’ll figure out the best way to repair.

Please note: This warranty does not cover lost items, scratches that come with normal wear and tear, improper use or storage of your product, and any modification to your product done by a third party.

How do I use the polishing cloth?

Gently rub the surface of your piece with the polishing cloth. Never wash the polishing cloth as it will lose its effectiveness, and keep out of reach of children!

Do you create custom pieces?

That is our specialty.

Shipping & Returns

Shipping

All orders of in-stock items are dispatched within 2-3 business days. Made to order items take 10 business days.

Order tracking

Tracking numbers are automatically sent as soon as your order is packed. Please check your junk folder if you do not receive one.

Get in touch

If you have any questions about your order, please contact us. Our customer service is available Monday through Friday from 9am until 3pm mt.

Sourcing & Materials
ethically sourced loose gemstones

Sustainable stones

GEMS

Our gemstones are sourced from all over the world by erin gallagher personally. Our suppliers are certified by the Responsible Jewelry Council and work to stringent social, ethical and environmental standards.

DIAMONDS

Each diamond is assessed for cut, clarity, color and carat and is hand set. Our diamonds are conflict-free and adhere to the
Kimberley Process and the World Diamond Council's System of Warranties.

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Made in the USA

Each piece is hand-made in the US.

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Recycled Metals

We are committed to sustainably sourcing our precious metals + stones.

METALS

Every piece is handcrafted with 100% recycled 14-18ct gold and solid sterling silver, reducing CO2 emissions by over 60%

Handcrafted jewelry packaged in eco-friendly box, gift bag with tissue and polishing cloth.
Erin Gallagher Jewelry gift-ready eco-friendly packaging box with pouch, tissue, and notecard

Arrives Ready to give

All pieces arrive wrapped, with tissue and gift bag and silver polishing cloth.

Bezel-Set Emerald Necklace: Frequently Asked Questions

  • Is a lab-created emerald a real emerald?

    Yes. Lab-created emeralds are chemically and optically identical to mined emeralds, composed of the same beryl mineral with chromium and vanadium inclusions that produce the characteristic green color. The difference is origin and production method, not chemical composition or visual appearance.

  • Why use lab-created rather than natural emerald?

    Natural emeralds are almost always heavily included and oiled to mask fractures, which can make them fragile for daily wear. Lab-created emeralds offer significantly better clarity and color consistency at a fraction of the cost, making them a practical and visually superior choice for an everyday necklace.

  • What is emerald the birthstone for?

    Emerald is the birthstone for May. It is also associated with the Taurus and Gemini zodiac signs. Historically it has been considered one of the four precious gemstones alongside diamond, ruby, and sapphire, and was prized by ancient Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans.

  • Can I wear this emerald necklace every day?

    Yes. The lab-created stone used here offers better clarity and hardness consistency than most natural emeralds, and the bezel setting protects the stone's edges with a continuous rim of metal. Remove before swimming in chlorinated water or exposure to harsh cleaning chemicals.

  • What metal goes best with an emerald necklace?

    Yellow gold is the most classic pairing with emerald, a combination with ancient roots in fine jewelry history. White gold and sterling silver create a cooler contrast that makes the green appear more vivid. Rose gold adds warmth and a modern, romantic quality to the pairing.

  • How long does it take to receive a custom emerald necklace?

    Each piece is made to order. Please allow up to 10 business days for production. In-stock configurations may ship sooner. All US orders over $150 include free standard shipping and arrive gift-ready.

More Details

Of all the colors a stone can be, emerald green is perhaps the most loaded with history. It is the color of Cleopatra's personal collection, of royal regalia, of a particular kind of luxury that reads as both ancient and completely modern. In a 3mm bezel pendant on a delicate cable chain, it becomes something more wearable than any of that, a daily talisman that happens to be one of the most beautiful stones in the world.

This lab-created emerald delivers the vivid, saturated color of the finest natural stones without the inclusions and fractures that make mined emeralds fragile for everyday wear. Whether you are celebrating May, marking something important, or simply want a piece that means something, this necklace is made to order in your choice of 14K gold or sterling silver.

The Bezel Setting, Explained

Emerald is one of the four precious gemstones, alongside diamond, ruby, and sapphire, and it has been valued since antiquity for its vivid living green. Lab-created emeralds are grown through a process that replicates the conditions under which natural emeralds form, producing stones that are chemically and optically identical to mined stones but with greater clarity and more consistent color saturation. For a 3mm stone worn daily, this matters in a practical sense as well as an aesthetic one.

The bezel setting is particularly well-suited to emerald, which can be more delicate at the edges than harder stones. The continuous metal rim holds the stone securely on all sides, protecting the girdle from everyday contact. It is the most protective setting style available, and it gives the pendant a clean, modern character that works across every context from desk to dinner.

Why You'll Love It

  • A lab-created 3mm emerald with the vivid, saturated green of the finest natural stones, and the durability to be worn every day.
  • The bezel setting provides full-perimeter protection, making this the best setting choice for a stone worn daily.
  • The 16-inch chain sits at the collarbone for clean solo wear or layers naturally with longer pieces and other pendants.
  • Available in 14K yellow, white, or rose gold and sterling silver, each of which plays differently with the stone's rich green.
  • May's birthstone, associated with renewal, love, and clarity of vision, and one of the most recognizable and beloved stones in the world.

Product Details

  • Gemstone: Lab-created 3mm emerald, bezel-set
  • Chain: 16-inch cable chain, spring-ring clasp
  • Metal: 14K yellow, white, or rose gold, or sterling silver
  • Origin: Handmade in the USA

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