This modern pendant necklace features a .85 carat emerald cut diamond set in 14 karat yellow gold on an 18-inch beaded chain. The diamond has H color, which means it appears nearly white to the naked eye.

Emerald cuts have long rectangular facets arranged in steps, creating a hall-of-mirrors effect with broad flashes of light rather than the scattered sparkle of brilliant cuts. The diamond measures 6.53 x 4.53 x 3.01mm, giving it good length that emphasizes the elongated shape emerald cuts are known for.

At .85 carats, this diamond has presence without being overly large, and the collet setting holds it in a way that keeps the profile relatively smooth against your chest. The beaded chain adds texture and interest beyond a standard cable chain, and at 18 inches it sits at your collarbone where the pendant can catch light throughout the day.