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Necklaces For Sale
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" necklace, designed with ten textured 18k yellow gold clover-shaped stations in beaded frames, the stations on an 18k yellow gold cable chain. S...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18kt Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco 18k Gold Pendant with Rock Crystal by Stigbert / Engelbert
Located in Magenta, IT
18k yellow gold Art Deco pendant designed by Ateljé Stigbert for Heribert Engelbert. Stockholm, Sweden 1946. Good condition. Hallmarks: Stigbert (Designer) HE (Heribert Engelbert, m...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

1.46 Carat Diamond Drop Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold 24"
Located in Great Neck, NY
Elevated and elegant piece to add to your collection. 1.46 carats all natural diamonds in a drop pendant set in 14K yellow gold. 30 pieces, average I-SI quality, 2.6mm, 5.14 grams, ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Rose Gold Elsa Peretti 18mm Bean Design Pendant
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Rose Gold Elsa Peretti 18mm Bean Design Pendant Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Bean Design Necklace Product Type- Pendant Accompanied By- Tiffany & Co Box Material(s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Frivole Diamond Yellow Gold Large Pendant Charm
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels pendant charm from the iconic Frivole collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and prong-set with 3 brilliant-cut round diamonds. Made in France circ...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Chalcedony White Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2537 RRP £9,500 Inc taxes / $ 10,100 Excluding taxes /11.100 € Inc taxes Model ARD34800 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Chalcedony Weight approx 25.47 g Len...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A timeless design! 45.73 carats of white oval, pear, marquise and round diamonds set in platinum. 16 inch length - .80 inch center drop. An incredible piece.
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Limited Edition Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2531 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2011 Model ARO24V00 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Carnelian Weight approx 6.5 g Length approx 42 cm Condition Exce...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Baguette Cut Diamond White Gold Set
Located in Cairo, EG
18k white gold set of ring pendant and earrings including a chain with brilliant baguette cut diamonds estimate weight 2.80 carats H color white vs1 clearity hall marked 750 gold sta...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Goddess Athena Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek silver "hemidrachm" coin from the region of Thessaly 425-404 BC, depicting the head of the goddess Athena in Corinthian helmet is set in an ancient-inspire...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co Vintage Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal: 18k yellow gold Circa: 1990s Hallmarks: Signature, Italy, makers mark and purity marks Size: 16 inches Gram weight: 141 Indulge in timeless luxury with ...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold 9.2ctw Ruby & Sapphire Twisted Wire Bead Work Wheat Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (90) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Blue Color - 2.70ctw (approx.) (44) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18k Gold Pendant with Rock Crystal by Stigbert / Engelbert
Located in Magenta, IT
18k yellow gold Art Deco pendant designed by Ateljé Stigbert for Heribert Engelbert. Stockholm, Sweden 1946. Good condition. Hallmarks: Stigbert (Designer) HE (Heribert Engelbert, m...
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1940s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Sterling Diamond Mother & Child Pendant Necklace 18 3/4" - 925 Rnd Family Love
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Prince of Wales Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Spring Rin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Flower Blossoms Pendant - 925 Botanical
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Theme: Flower Blossoms, Botanical Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1 7/16" (36.3mm) Wide: 27/32" (21mm) Interior of top bail opening measur...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Turquoise Concho Solitaire Pendant Necklace 18" - 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Blue Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Box Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Rainbow Moonstone Solitaire Pendant - 925 Oval Cabochon Omega
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Rainbow Moonstone Cut: Oval Cabochon Style: Solitaire Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1 3/8" (34.5mm) Wide: 13/...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Garnet Cactus Pendant - 925 Round 1.56ctw Desert Plant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Garnets Carat(s): 1.56ctw Cut: Round Color: Red Total Carats: 1.56ctw Theme: Cactus, Desert Plant Measurements Tall (from...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Amethyst Scrollwork Cross Pendant - 925 Oval 2.40ct Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 2.40ct Cut: Oval Color: Purple Total Carats: 2.40ct Theme: Scrollwork Cross, Faith Measurements ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Native American Zuni Turquoise Pendant - Sterling Silver Leaf Cluster
Located in Greensboro, NC
Tribal Affiliation: Zuni Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: Greenish Blue Theme: Leaf Measurements Tall (fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Turquoise & Coral Mosaic Peyote Bird Pendant Ster 925 Water Bird
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Mosaic Color: Blue Natural Coral Cut: Masonic Color: Oran...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise

Sterling Silver Malachite Flower Solitaire Pendant - 925 Oval Cabochon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 925 Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Malachite Cut: Oval Cabochon Color: Green Pendant Style: Solitaire Theme: Flower Measurements Tall: 1 3/16" (29.7mm) Wide: 1 3/32" (27.7mm) Weight: 5.7 Grams Stamps: Sterling, Stan D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Jumping Dolphins Pendant - 925 Mama Cow & Baby Calf
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Theme: Jumping Dolphins, Mama Cow & Baby Calf Features: Hollow Construction for Comfortable, All-Day Wear Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Inlaid Opal Palm Tree Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a great pendant. Makes you think of the summertime and the beach. This necklace is pre-owned but in beautiful condition. The Sterling Silver Chain is 18" long. At so...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

18K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Pendant #16900
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Italian Horn Pendant This beautiful Italian horn pendant was crafted from 18K yellow gold and would be perfect on a necklace or bracelet! Size: 20.0mm X 3.4mm X 3.0...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Italian MCM Yellow Gold .25 ct Diamond Necklace with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! The design is just so cool and I haven't seen any others like this. It has 7 brilliant cut diamonds measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.5 mm. The Clarity is SI1 an...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Paloma Picasso X Necklace Product Type- Pendant Ac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling SIlver Cross Pendant Necklace on Bead Chain
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Sterling SIlver Cross Pendant Necklace on Bead Chain Metal: Sterling silver 925 Weight: 13.79 grams Cross: 17 x 17mm Chain...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant Gift for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby which enhances confidence, leadership qualities and attract career...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

New African IF 5.50 ct Deep Blue Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
The Sapphire stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It just shimmers and sparkles. The "IF" stands for "Internally Flawless". The stone is an oval cut and measures 12 x 10 mm...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Fine Chinese Pierced Yellow Honey Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade 20-26"
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a carved circular bi with a 6 petal flower center medallion, topped with a coin,...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade

1.76 Carat Green Emerald Fashion Necklaces In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This necklace features an emerald-cut green emerald with a weight of 1.76 carats, set in 14k yellow gold (YG). Emeralds are known for their stunning green color, and an emerald cut a...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Green Tourmaline And Diamond Scroll Pendant
Located in London, GB
A green tourmaline and diamond drop pendant, the openwork scroll and foliate design plaque millegrain-set with small Swiss-cut diamonds and eight calibre-cut green garnets, with a pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces

An Art Nouveau Enamel And Pearl Pendant By Falize
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau enamel and pearl pendant by Falize, the five realistiacly caved gold leaves with green and pink plique-à-jour enamel decorations, embellished with seven natural baroqu...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Enamel

Antique Burmite 36 inch 81 gram Amber Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Genuine antique Burmite amber 36-inch necklace with round beads measuring 13 1/2 mm - 14 imm in diameter, 61 beads with knots in between. Provenance from...
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Early 20th Century Asian Necklaces

Materials

Amber

A Fabergé Varicoloured Gold And Moonstone Easter Egg Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé varicoloured gold and moonstone Easter egg pendant, the egg-shaped carved moonstone within a woven rose and green gold cage-work, suspended by gold pendant loop, bearing ha...
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20th Century Russian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold

A Gold Little Minstrel Chain By Lucie Heskett Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade gold Little Minstrel chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem, the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, made in yellow gold with hook clasp, hallmarked 18ct gold London 2021, measuring 50.5cm long ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace
Located in London, GB
A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace, the Edwardian diamond centerpiece with openwork scroll design decorations, set with old European cut diamo...
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20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Platinum

A Scheherazade Necklace & Bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Scheherazade chain necklace & bracelet suite, by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, consisting of interlocking links made in yellow gold, with hidden clasps, h...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

A Victorian Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian yellow gold collar necklace, with interlocking links in diamond pattern, made in yellow gold with hidden clasp, circa 1870, unmarked, te...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Gold Brazilian Snake Chain
Located in London, GB
A gold Brazilian snake chain with an engraved barrel clasp, measuring approximately 110 cm (43.5 inches) in length, hallmarked 18 carat gold, London 2004, bearing Bentley & Skinner s...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

A Victorian Fancy Open-mesh Chain
Located in London, GB
A Victorian fancy open-mesh yellow gold chain, tested as 14ct gold, circa 1890, measuring approximately 150cm in length and 4mm in width, gross weight 49.3 grams. This antique chain...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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14k Gold

A Late Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian gold necklace, consisted of thirty-six oval shape links, connected with broader double-row pierced links, with hidden clasp, made in 9ct gold, circa 1890, measuring approximately 38.5 x 0.9cm, gross weight 15.1 grams. This antique necklace is in very good condition for its age. This lovely and strikingly modern late Victorian necklace comes from the collection of Bentley and Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. This lightweight nine carat gold necklace features elegant links and a hidden clasp, making it the perfect necklace for everyday wear. The bold chain necklace...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

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9k Gold

A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel pendant-necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight rose-cut diamonds on light-blue...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, 18k Gold

An Edwardian Platinum Seed Pearl And Diamond Chain
Located in London, GB
A platinum seed pearl and diamond chain, the chain set throughout with seed pearls, measuring approximately 2-3mm in diameter, alternately set with...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

A Belle Epoque Crystal, Diamond And Pearl, Chocker Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque crystal, diamond and pearl chocker necklace, the rectangular frosted rock crystal panel applied with rose-cut diamond-set gard...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

Handmade Minstrel Gold Necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Minstrel gold necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, hallmarked 18ct gold, measuring approximately 45 x 0.4cm, gross weight 34.4 grams. Should you cho...
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2010s Russian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Heart-Shaped Blue Enamel Pendant-Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight ...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Natural Transparent Green Emerald 1.50 Carat Pear Cut Loose Gemstone from Swat
Located in Peshawar, PK
Loose Emerald Weight: 1.50 Carats Dimension: 8.6x7.1x5 Mm Origin: Swat Pakistan Mine Shape: Pear Treatment: Non Certificate: On Demand . Wearing an emera...
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Mid-17th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces

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Emerald

23.5" Yellow Jadeite Qi-Dragon Pendant Beaded Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite yellow jadeite pendant (62x43x12mm), masterfully carved into the form of a chi-dragon clutching a coin in its mouth, is a symbol ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace by Marret Frères
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond and natural pearl négligée necklace by Marret Frères, consisting of a diamond-set bow and wreath, suspending two asymmetrical diam...
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Early 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Dear Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Black Wood Topaz Heart Pendant 18 Kt Gold
Located in Milano, IT
Hand carved pendant shaped as an heart made in ebony black wood. On the claps: -Diamond -Emerald -Amethyst -Ruby The stones have been mounted in the order to recreate with the i...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Small Crucifix Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Small Crucifix Beautiful vintage 14k yellow gold small crucifix! Size: 19.23mm X 12.99 mm Weight: 0.4gr / 0.2 dwt Hallmark: 14K ...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl, diamond and gold necklace, consists of seven graduated from the centre flower heads, each with an old cut diamond surrounded by six pearl-set petals, the flowerheads between eight pearl set bars with lily-of-the-valley motifs, connected with seven pearl-set festoons, and suspended by a pearl-set chain, the diamonds estimated to weigh 0.9 carats, all mounted in yellow gold with box clasp, circa 1900, unmarked, tested as 14ct gold, measuring 37 x 2.8cm, gross weight 29.7 grams, accompanied by fitted case. A graceful late Victorian diamond and pearl necklace...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Belle Epoque Chalcedony and Diamond Pendant / Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque chalcedony and diamond pendant, in neoclassical style the two round cabochon-cut chalcedonies within a border of rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamond-set bow surmo...
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum

Shop Antique, New and Vintage Necklaces on 1stDibs

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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