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A 14k white gold cushion-shaped halo pendant with a round green lab-grown emerald center stone, surrounded by a double row of small round lab-grown diamonds, hanging from a diamond-accented bail on a matching rope chain.

Emerald Halo Pendant in 14k White Gold with Diamonds

14k white gold, lab-grown emerald, lab-grown diamonds

A client came to us wanting a diamond-encrusted emerald pendant as a gift, working from a reference photo and a flexible timeline. He chose lab-grown emerald and diamonds over natural stones to get the same bright, brilliant look within his budget, and approved the first render without any changes. When it arrived, he wrote simply: 'Turned out great. Thanks!'

'Turned out great. Thanks!' — on delivery

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A Gift That Says Everything Just because

Quick specs

Design type

Pendants

Primary Metal

White gold 14k

Shape / Cut

Round

Primary Stone

Emerald

Accent Stones

Diamonds

Style

Bezel Cluster Halo

Design Complexity

Moderate

Intent

A Gift That Says Everything Just because

Intent: Certainty

Medium

Size

Center stone approximately 5mm round. Chain included with pendant.

How they made it distinctive

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Cushion-shaped double halo frames the emerald in two distinct layers of diamonds rather than a single ring of stones
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Lab-grown emerald and diamonds chosen specifically to match the brightness of the reference photo within budget
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Bezel-set diamond links the halo to the bail, creating a continuous line of sparkle from chain to center stone
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Round emerald cut selected to mirror the client's original reference image rather than a more common oval or emerald cut

How you'd make it yours

Stone type: this piece uses a lab-grown emerald — a new commission could use a lab or natural sapphire, ruby, or other colored gemstone in the same setting

Stone origin: this piece uses lab-grown stones — a new piece could use natural emerald and diamonds for a higher-cost, mined alternative

Metal: this piece is 14k white gold — the same halo design works well in yellow or rose gold

Chain: this piece includes a matching rope chain — a new commission could pair the pendant with a cable, box, or wheat chain instead

One of a kind: this exact pendant was designed and cast for one client and is not reproduced — a new commission is an original piece inspired by this one, not a copy

Design changes made

Design matched the initial brief without major changes.

Who this is for

This pendant is for someone who wants a colored center stone with real sparkle around it, not just a plain solitaire on a chain. It suits a gift-giver working from a reference photo who wants to stay within a set budget without sacrificing brightness, and who is comfortable choosing lab-grown stones for the same look at a better value.

How it's made

Once the render was approved, the design moved into a 3D-printed resin model — a physical preview of the pendant before any metal was involved. That resin model was invested in plaster and fired to leave a hollow mold, and molten 14k white gold was cast into the mold to form the pendant's frame and bail. The client was shown a photo of the resin model partway through production. After casting, the piece was cleaned up and polished to a bright white gold finish throughout, since there are no matte or oxidized zones on this design. The round lab-grown emerald was then prong-set into the center of the cushion-shaped frame, and the small round lab-grown diamonds were set by hand around the double halo and up the bail, finishing with the single bezel-set diamond that links the halo to the chain loop.

Key note

The frame is built as a cushion-shaped double halo rather than a single ring of stones, which is why the diamonds appear to wrap the emerald in two distinct layers rather than one.

Pricing guidance

A diamond-halo emerald pendant in 14k white gold with lab-grown stones sits toward the lower-to-mid range for custom pendants of this complexity. Most of the cost comes from the double-halo diamond setting labor and the frame construction rather than the center stone itself. Choosing lab-grown over natural stones is the single biggest lever on price for a piece like this.

Moves price up ↑

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Switching the center emerald and accent diamonds from lab-grown to natural stones
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Increasing the center stone size beyond 5mm, which requires a larger frame and more accent diamonds
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Upgrading from a single halo to additional rows of pave stones
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Adding a matching pair of earrings or a coordinated bracelet to the order
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Choosing platinum instead of 14k white gold for the setting

Moves price down ↓

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Reducing the number of accent diamonds in the halo
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Using a smaller center emerald
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Choosing a simpler single-halo frame instead of the cushion double-halo
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Selecting sterling silver with rhodium plating instead of 14k white gold
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Omitting the accompanying chain and using an existing chain instead

Questions people ask

Are lab-grown emeralds as good as natural emeralds?

Lab-grown emeralds are chemically and optically identical to natural emeralds — same hardness, same color, same refractive properties. The main difference is origin and price: lab-grown stones are grown in a controlled environment rather than mined. Natural emeralds are almost always heavily included, since inclusions are part of how the natural crystal forms, while lab-grown emeralds tend to have fewer visible inclusions and can actually appear more brilliant. For a pendant like this, the visual result is very similar, at a meaningfully lower cost.

How durable is emerald for everyday pendant wear?

Emerald rates 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs hardness scale, which is durable enough for a pendant that is not subject to the daily impact a ring experiences. Emeralds are naturally more brittle than sapphires or rubies due to internal inclusions, so they are better suited to pendants and earrings than rings that take daily knocks. A prong or bezel setting, like the one used here, helps protect the stone's edges from chipping. Avoiding hard knocks against the stone is the main care consideration.

What does a custom emerald and diamond halo pendant typically cost?

A pendant like this — a round center emerald surrounded by a diamond double halo in 14k white gold — typically falls in the lower-to-mid range for custom pendant work. The choice between lab-grown and natural stones is the biggest cost driver, with lab-grown running significantly less for the same visual effect. Frame complexity, stone count, and metal choice adjust the price from there.

How long does it take to make a custom pendant like this?

From design approval to shipping, a pendant like this typically takes about three weeks in production, following roughly a week of design and render approval beforehand. Sourcing lab-grown stones does not add meaningful time compared to natural stones. Total turnaround from first conversation to delivery is usually around a month, though it can extend if a client requests design changes or a rush is not possible.

Can this pendant be made with a different colored stone instead of emerald?

Yes, a double-halo frame like this works well with most colored center stones — sapphire, ruby, or a colored gemstone of the client's choice would all fit the same setting style. The frame size would need slight adjustment depending on the chosen stone's typical cut and size. The diamond halo and bail design would remain the same regardless of center stone choice.

Does the chain come included or is it sold separately?

On a custom pendant order, the chain is generally a separate line item from the pendant itself, priced according to metal and chain style. A rope chain in matching 14k white gold is a common pairing for a pendant like this. Clients can also choose to use an existing chain they already own instead of ordering a new one.

What happens if the lab-grown stone doesn't look as bright as the render?

Renders are created to closely match the final piece, but gemstone color and light reflection can vary slightly between a digital render and the physical stone under different lighting. Lab-grown stones are cut to the same standards as natural stones to maximize brilliance, so the finished piece should still appear bright and lively. Any noticeable difference is typically minor and related to lighting conditions rather than stone quality.

Can the double-halo setting accommodate a larger center stone later?

Because the frame is cast to fit a specific stone size, a meaningfully larger center stone would require a new frame rather than a simple stone swap in the existing setting. A future piece inspired by this design could be built around a larger emerald from the start. Minor size variation within a similar range is more feasible than a significant upsize.