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Vintage 12.60 Carat Burmese Spinel Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
very unique and interesting style. Additionally, the necklace has another cushion cut spinel drop with
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, Yellow Gold

37 Ct Oval Shape Natural Emerald & 22 Carat Diamond Necklace & Earring Suite
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 37 Ct Oval Shape Natural Emerald and Approximately 22 Carats Diamond Necklace and
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Mid Century Estate 4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Drop Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most interesting Mid Century modern diamond and sapphire drop necklace; part diamonds by the yard
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Vintage 1980s Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

22.5 Carat Multi-Shape Diamond Drop Lariat Necklace Platinum in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
piece of jewelry, with over 22 carats of diamonds, this piece can stand on its own or be paired with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Drop & Riviera Changeable Necklace Plat
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Riviera & Drop Changeable Necklace 18 Karat White gold
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

45 Ct Pear Cut Ruby & 22 Ct Rose cut Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Kt Gold, Bridal
Located in New York, NY
-shaped natural Rubies, totaling 45 carats, along with 22 carats of Rose-cut Diamonds and round brilliant
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry 33.00 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From the vault at Emilio Jewelry in New York, a unique diamond necklaces featuring Asscher cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pear Shaped Black Opal Platinum Vintage Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of white gold fancy cable link chain centering a platinum bar link station with drop
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Pankhi Fan Necklace 22 Karat Gold, Uncut Diamonds Natural Pearls Emeralds Rubies
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
22KT Gold Pankhi Fan Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions. This necklace is all about
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mariani 18 KT White Gold 12.96CT Blue Sapphire 1.02 CT Diamond Drop Necklace
By Mariani
Located in New York, NY
blue sapphire beads. Blue Sapphires = 12.96 carats Diamonds = 1.02 carats Necklace total length is 22"
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2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1870 Festoon Drop Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold with 96.65 Cts Turquoises
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian 19th century Festoon drop Necklace with Turquoises. A magnificent and exceptional piece
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Designer 13.8ct Natural Diamond Marquise Pear 10K Gold Wedding Y-Drop Necklace
By GLEAMIRE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
total of 9.00-Carats in I-J Color and SI Clarity. The Necklace is 22-inch in Length. CONTEMPORARY AND
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold

87.6 Carat LAPIS LAZULI Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold “Sautoir” Necklace of 120cm (47.2 inches) long with 10 Doubled Sided Lapis
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

37.5 Carat Tanzanite Necklace & Diamond Pendant with Chain 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary, 37.5 carat tanzanite is truly an extraordinary gemstone. There are total of
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

103.65 Carat TIGER EYES Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold “Sautoir” Necklace of 120cm (47.2 inches) long with 10 Doubled Sided Tiger
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1980s Necklace - 18 Carat Gold Plated Vintage Deadstock
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Necklace Meet this incredible vintage 1980s necklace, made in the UK from 18 carat
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Vintage 1980s Drop Necklaces

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Gold Plate

0.10 Carat Diamond Moon and Star Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Gold Shlomit Rogel
By Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
0.10 Carat Diamond Moon and Star Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Gold Shlomit Rogel Shine bright in
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Certified 40 Carat Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Fukuoka City, Fukuoka
*39 Carat Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18kt Gold for an Unforgettable Style Statement* Emerald
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2010s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Amethyst Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
set on a gold frame. Amethyst Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst: 28.69 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

73ct Zambian Emerald and 22ct Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite
Located in New York, NY
This 73 Ct Zambian Emerald and 22 Ct Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite is a true
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Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

GIA Certified 16 Ct Emerald Cut Colombian Emerald & Diamond Necklace Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Colombian Emerald and diamond necklace, consisting of one large approximately 16 Carat
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Colombian Emerald 139.60 Carats Plain ovals For Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Colombian Emerald Mani Weight: 139.60 Carats Size: 3X2 To 5x4 MM Quantity: 22 Line Shape: Tumble
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Other

GIA Certified 140 Ct Burma Ruby, Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Necklace Suite 18KWG
Located in New York, NY
woven pattern incorporates approximately 22 carats of brilliant round-cut diamonds, enhancing the
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Necklace, 8.81tdw, 22g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies diamond necklace in 18k white gold setting. Stamped 18k and weighs 22 grams gross weight
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
accompanied by a 14” chain decorated with oval cut pink sapphire motifs. The total weight of sapphire is 22
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire,...

Antique Aquamarine Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
grades) P1 Cut Old European/Eight Content 0.54 carat Number of Diamonds 22 Dimensions Length of drop
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
at home with the most discerning of antique collectors. The necklace chain measures 22 inches with
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Spectra Fine Jewelry Invisibly-set Diamond Cascade Necklace
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
with a full range of brilliance. The neck size of the necklace is 17.5" (44.45 cm), total length 22
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.98 Ct Teardrop Diamonds studded 18K White Gold Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
necklace is 22 inches. The Diamond necklace can be worn as it is, if you prefer a more minimalistic look
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Adina Reyter One of a Kind Large Diamond Anchor Rolo Lariat Necklace
By Adina Reyter
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
22 mm across. Lariat Rolo chain is 16" with 3" drop. Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.11 CT
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2010s Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Tsavorite, Whitezircon Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Salvorite, WhiteZircon Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver Drop Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

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Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Manfredi 18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire Collar Necklace
By Manfredi
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
: 22 round brilliant cuts = 0.75 carat total weight Dimensions: necklace is 16-inches long and 1/4-inch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Tsavorite, Whitezircon Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Salvorite, WhiteZircon Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver Drop Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

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Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, Gold Plate, 22k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Blue Opal, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Australian Opal, Ruby, Sapphire Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver Drop
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver Bochic Multi Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings, White / Blue Opal & Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rich Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings Necklace: Natural Ruby, Colors - Red
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

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Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Black Diamond Cross in 18 Karat 1.93 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Black Diamond Cross in 18k Oxidized White Gold 1.93 cts. Dangles From a 22 inch Adjustable Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Black Diamond Cross in 18 Karat 1.93 Carat
Black Diamond Cross in 18 Karat 1.93 Carat
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BOCHIC “Capri” Pink Sapphire, Emerald & Ethiopian Opal Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
in 22K Gold and Silver Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Round and oval brilliant shapes
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, 22k Gold, Silver

Leon Mege Reversible Micro Pave Pendant with Carved Moonstone, Rubies, Diamonds
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Custom-made reversible "Shambhala" pendant with hand-carved moonstone, 3.30 carat of natural rubies
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Platinum, Silver

Natural Pink Round and White Diamond .22 Carat TW Gold Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
RareGemWorld's classic diamond necklace. Mounted in a beautiful 14K Rose and White Gold setting
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gold

Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
- length: 22" Chain - thickness: 3mm Weights: Diamonds: approximately 0.135 carats Tourmaline
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
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H 1.26 in W 0.51 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.12 in L 22.05 in
18k Gold Square Drop Necklace Minimal Necklace Layering Necklace Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Square Drop Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Square Drop Necklace Minimal Necklace Layering Necklace Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Square Drop Necklace is made of 14k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

39.42 Carat VS Clarity F Color Diamond and Green Tourmaline 18K 22" Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
necklace features a rich 5.64 carat emerald cut natural green tourmaline in the center, flanked with an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, Black Opal 3 Station Pendant, 14 Karat Gold Drop Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Total Weight: .22 Carats Diamond Clarity: VS2 (Excellent, Eye Clean) Diamond Color: G (Excellent, Near
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chalcedony & Diamond Earrings and Necklace Set in 18k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Chalcedony Total Carat Weight (Diamonds) : 1.2 ct Chain Length : 16 inches Necklace Total Length : 22
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Chalcedony, Diamond, White Gold

Ico & the Bird Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Bird 22 Karat Gold Necklace
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand-carved Rainbow Moonstone bird with a diamond drop (.13 carats) is featured on a chain with
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 22k Gold, Gold

650 Carat Amethyst and Gold Beaded Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
An antique 650 carat Purple Amethyst necklace, with gold. The length of the chain is 22 inches long
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Antique 0.73 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Floral Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Diamonds 22 Dimensions Length of drop 2.9cm/1.14' Width of pendant 1.36cm/0.54' Height of setting 4.88mm
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

AIG Certified 102.00 Ct Untreated Zambia Emeralds Burma Rubies Sapphire Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
Emeralds of 22 carats, extra fine quality; 29 pieces of Untreated Carving Zambian Emeralds of 26 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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18k Gold

Antique 3.45 Carat Opal and Diamond 22k Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 3.45 carat opal and 0.27 carat diamond, 22 karat
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian 2 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace, 1900
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Pendant Necklace with over two Carats of
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Amethyst and Diamond 22 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant and Matching Cocktail Ring Set
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Enchanting necklace in twenty two carat yellow gold (22k) featuring two carats of vivid amethyst
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Vintage 1960s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, White Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carat Number of Diamonds 22 Dimensions Length of drop 4.1cm/1.61' Width of pendant 2.65cm/1.04' Height
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Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 2.48 Carat Opal and 1.20 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.55 in W 1.04 in D 0.55 in Dm 1.04 in L 1.61 in
Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 22 karat yellow gold, 20.25 carat coral and 0.05
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
Antique Victorian 20.25 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Jewelry Set
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Messika 0.83Cttw Cravate Thea Diamond Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Messika
Located in New York, NY
chain necklace is crafted in 18K rose gold. It features a center prong set triangular diamond with a
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2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Burma Ruby and Diamond Cluster Necklace Platinum and 18K Gold
Located in New York, NY
of 189 round brilliant diamonds weighing approximately 29.70 carats. There are 22 diamond drop
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Necklace and pendant set with emerald and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
drop shape faceted cut oiled emerald totaling approximately 2.50 carats color green purity vs/si
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chrysoprase, Sapphire, Emerald, Garnet and Diamond "El Pescado" Necklace
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
it can be worn both ways. It also allows for a new pendant drop to be created in the future to make
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Burmese Untreated, Unheated Ruby, Rose Cut Diamond , Seed Pearl Necklace 19th C.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
drop set with an old-cut diamond, to the oval-cut ruby frame and further pearl fringes, Mounted in 22
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold

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22 Carat Drop Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 22 carat drop necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and white gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 81 antique edition and 104 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 22 carat drop necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 22 carat drop necklace from Scrives, The Golden Eye and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 22 carat drop necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 122, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and pear cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 22 carat drop necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 22 Carat Drop Necklace?

The price for a 22 carat drop necklace starts at $91 and tops out at $418,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $6,843.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

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.