Toi et Moi Pear Lab-Grown Diamond & Emerald Necklace – 1ct

Why You'll Love It

The Toi et Moi Pear Diamond & Emerald Necklace brings the most romantic two-stone language in fine jewelry to the neckline — a pear-cut lab-grown diamond and an emerald-cut lab-grown emerald, prong-set side by side in a horizontal duo pendant, suspended from an adjustable 16–18" cable chain in solid 14K gold. At approximately 1ct total, the pendant has the presence of a statement piece and the restraint of a fine jewelry classic: the two stones are large enough to read clearly at the collarbone and precise enough to reward close inspection, their contrasting shapes — the soft teardrop of the pear diamond and the clean rectangle of the emerald cut — creating a composition that is simultaneously balanced and dynamic. Toi et moi — French for “you and me” — is the oldest two-stone setting in fine jewelry, worn by Napoleon and Josephine, by royalty and by those who understand that the most meaningful jewelry tells a story of connection.

Stone Details

• Stone 1: Lab-grown diamond, pear brilliant cut, prong-set
• Stone 2: Lab-grown emerald, emerald cut, prong-set
• Total stone weight: ~1ct (both stones combined)
• Configuration: Horizontal duo — pear diamond and emerald-cut emerald set side by side, tips touching
• Diamond: Lab-grown, colorless, eye-clean
• Emerald: Lab-grown, vivid green, eye-clean
• Conflict-free, ethically sourced

Design Details

• Pendant: Horizontal toi et moi duo — pear diamond (left) + emerald-cut emerald (right), prong-set, side by side
• Setting: Individual prong settings for each stone, sharing a common base
• Chain: Delicate cable chain, solid 14K gold
• Chain length: Adjustable 16–18” — lobster clasp with adjustable extender
• Pendant profile: Low, horizontal — sits flat against the collarbone
• Available in: 14K Yellow Gold, 14K White Gold, 14K Rose Gold

The Toi et Moi

The toi et moi — “you and me” in French — is a two-stone setting in which two different stones are placed side by side, each representing one half of a pair. The setting dates to the late 18th century, when Napoleon Bonaparte gave Josephine de Beauharnais a toi et moi ring set with a pear diamond and a pear sapphire as an engagement ring — one stone for each of them, together on a single band. In the two centuries since, the toi et moi has become the most romantic setting in fine jewelry: a setting that says, without words, that two different things belong together. In the Toi et Moi Necklace, the pear diamond and the emerald-cut emerald are the two stones — different in shape, different in color, different in character, but held together by the gold that surrounds them and the chain that carries them both.

The Contrasting Cuts

The pear diamond and the emerald-cut emerald in the Toi et Moi Necklace are deliberately different in shape — the soft, curved teardrop of the pear against the clean, rectilinear step-cut of the emerald. The pear brilliant cut maximizes fire and scintillation: its 58 facets are arranged to return light through the crown in a continuous, dynamic pattern that changes with every movement. The emerald cut maximizes clarity and color: its large, open table and parallel step facets create a hall-of-mirrors effect that shows the vivid green of the lab emerald in broad, clear flashes rather than the scattered sparkle of a brilliant cut. Together, the two cuts create a pendant that offers two different kinds of beauty simultaneously — the white fire of the pear diamond and the vivid green depth of the emerald cut — in a composition that is more interesting than either stone alone.

The Adjustable Chain

The 16–18” adjustable cable chain allows the Toi et Moi pendant to be worn at two distinct positions on the neckline. At 16”, the pendant sits at the collarbone — the two stones visible just above the neckline of most tops, the horizontal duo reading as a clean, graphic accent at the base of the throat. At 18”, the pendant drops to the upper chest — the two stones catching light against the skin, the horizontal composition more visible and more dramatic. The adjustable extender allows the pendant to be positioned precisely between these two lengths, making the Toi et Moi Necklace adaptable to any neckline and any occasion.

Why Lab-Grown Stones?

Both the diamond and the emerald in the Toi et Moi Necklace are lab-grown — chemically, physically, and optically identical to their mined counterparts, grown in controlled environments that produce stones with greater consistency, greater clarity, and greater ethical transparency than mined stones. At approximately 1ct total, the two lab-grown stones in the Toi et Moi Necklace represent a quality and a size that would cost significantly more in mined stones — making the lab-grown option not just the ethical choice but the practical one.

Craftsmanship Specs

• Metal: Solid 14K Gold (Yellow, White, or Rose)
• Stone 1: Lab-grown pear diamond, prong-set
• Stone 2: Lab-grown emerald-cut emerald, prong-set
• Total stone weight: ~1ct
• Chain: Delicate cable chain, adjustable 16–18”
• Closure: Lobster clasp with adjustable extender
• Handcrafted in our Queens, NYC workshop

Styling Notes

The Toi et Moi Necklace is the statement piece of a layered neck stack. Wear it alone at 16” for a clean, color-forward collarbone look. Layer it with a plain gold chain at 20” for a two-layer look that frames the pendant. Add a longer diamond pendant for a three-layer stack that moves from color to brilliance as it descends. The horizontal duo pendant pairs naturally with the Verdant Duo Ring and the Verdant Eternity Band for a coordinated emerald-and-diamond set across the neckline and the hand.

Gifting & Occasions

The Toi et Moi Necklace is the ideal gift for anniversaries, Valentine's Day, May birthdays (emerald is the May birthstone), and any occasion that calls for a piece that carries meaning. Its two-stone “you and me” language makes it one of the most personal pieces in our collection — a necklace that tells a story of connection every time it is worn.

Our Story

In our Queens atelier, the Toi et Moi Necklace was designed as the necklace expression of the two-stone language that runs through our entire collection — from the Verdant Duo Ring to the Blush Duo Ring to the Verdant Duo Necklace. The toi et moi setting was chosen because it is the most direct way to express the relationship between two stones: not side by side with space between them, but touching, connected, inseparable. The pear diamond was chosen for its fire and its softness. The emerald-cut emerald was chosen for its clarity and its color. Together, they make a pendant that is simultaneously a piece of fine jewelry and a declaration.

What's Included

• Toi et Moi Pear Diamond & Emerald Necklace in your chosen metal
• Black Pearl of Queens signature gift box
• Care card
• Ready-to-gift packaging

Production & Shipping

Made to order in 7–10 business days. Complimentary insured shipping on all U.S. orders. International shipping available.

Handcrafted in New York City | Lab-Grown Diamond & Emerald | Solid 14K Gold | Lifetime Warranty