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Handcarved Amethyst Flower, Rhodolite, Pearl and Tourmaline Bead Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of pearls and pink tourmaline beads. The flower pendant has been hand carved from a single amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Rhodolite, 14k Gold...

Amethyst, turquoise and black pearl necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
accented with brilliantly colored turquoise beads flanked with pear shaped black cultured freshwater pearls
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2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise

Les Bernard Amethyst and Pearl Frog Necklace
By Les Bernard
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hand-carved amethyst frog pendant hanging on a knotted amethyst, freshwater pearl, and gilt bead
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Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gilt Metal

Les Bernard Amethyst and Pearl Frog Necklace
Les Bernard Amethyst and Pearl Frog Necklace
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W 0.3 in D 0.75 in L 17 in
Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin Length: Necklace 16" Hand
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Black Pearl Necklace Amethyst Blue Lace Agate Labradorite Turquoise Beads
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Black Pearl Necklace with a few contrasting Amethyst and Blue Lace Agate Beads and with small
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

Baroque Pearl Necklace with Large Amethyst Bead in White Gold Inlay and Diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Baroque pearl necklace with a beautiful quality amethyst bead with floral decoration executed with
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Amethyst, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Freshwater Pearls and Natural Lavender Amethyst Long Necklace 66"
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing our elegant long necklace, made of natural freshwater pearls and natural lavender
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl

Amethyst, Tahitian Pearls & 22K Gold Bead Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A combination of amethyst briolettes in both a large and smaller sizes clustered together at the
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Black Pearl, 22k Gold

72" Long Pearl Amethyst and Citrine Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
and seed Pearls with Faceted custom cut Zambian Amethyst and Citrine Rondelles Sterling Focal beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Single strand baroque black pearl interspersed w/ tumbled amethyst beads
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Pearls interspersed with large chunky tumbled amethyst beads from deep purple to almost lilac color. The
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Black Pearl

LB Sterling Charoite pendant Sterling leaf Amethyst beads Sterling bead necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
with Amethyst beads emphasizing the coolness of the Sterling beads. This handmade, one of a kind, piece
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Charoite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Goshwara Rubelite, Amethyst, Grey Tahitian Pearl Chain Necklace
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Rubelite, Amethyst, Grey Tahitian Pearl Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Freedom
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
amethyst beads and large cab faux seed pearls measurements : Necklace is 16 inches in total length x 3/8
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

AJD Glowing Delicate Rose Quartz and Amethysts and Pearls Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
little gem cut natural real Amethysts and very pale glowing little cultured real Pearls set in this
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Spectacular Amethyst Geodes and Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
amethyst geodes with polished back, center a striking necklace of elegant Baroque Pearls mixed with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Geode, Vermeil

Handmade 41" Gemstone Necklace Amethyst, Morganite, Tanzanite, and Pearls
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of. Kind 41" Long very versatile Fine Gemstone Necklace with Carved Amethyst, and Lilac Carved
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Morganite, Pearl, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Graduated Pearl Necklace with Teardrop Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Romantic inspired Lace Necklace featuring a bold Amethyst briolette and 14K Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Beautiful Natural Amethysts & Real Pearl Shell Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
these Pearl Shells. This necklace is 18 inches long and the clasp is an easy to use silver hook clasp
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl

Cultured Pearl Necklace, Rose Quartz Amethyst Citrine Genuine Pearls
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This one-of-a-kind genuine pearl and gemstone necklace is a statement piece! The cultured pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Quartz, Pearl, Amethyst, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hydrothermal Amethyst, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearls, Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
amethyst and a flower studded with diamonds and emeralds. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Vintage Amethyst Dangle Necklace and Pearl Drop 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Drop Amethyst Necklace Dangling Style & Beaded Pearls 14k Yellow Gold Length 17’ Inch
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower Pendant and Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clipped over beads, pearls, or even on a chain! This necklace is so pretty, feminine and wearable for all
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Gold Biwa Pearls Natural Crystal Amethyst
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Special rose Biwa natural pearls coming from Japan very rare one, crystal druzy amethyst gold 18kt
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold

AJD Free Form Freshwater Pearl Amethyst Rondelle Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
mm. This lovely 17 inch necklace combines the best of pearls with the best of amethyst. They enhance
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl & Amethyst Link Necklace 24 1/4" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Amethysts Cut: Tumbled Beads Color: Purple Style: Link Fastening Type: Hook Clasp with One Safety Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel Pendant Necklace with Pearls and Emerald beads is dreamy.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
necklace we teams up with a “Bora “design to bring you a really flattering necklace. Strand is Pearl and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Emerald, Labradorite, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

"Costis" Triple-Strand Necklace with Multi Green Amethyst Beads tot. 1900 cts
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Triple-Strand Necklace with Multiple Green Amethyst Beads totaling 1900 carats. The
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Pearl Amethyst And Smoky Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver - 36 Inches
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Pearl Amethyst And Smoky Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver - 36 Inches
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Amethyst Pearls and Chrome Tourmaline yellow gold 22 Karat Gold Necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat gold necklace of Amethyst, emerald crystals and fresh water pearls in the manner of Roman
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces

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Chrome Tourmaline, Tourmaline, Pearl, Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Emeral...

Mother of Pearl, Crystal Gemstone and Beaded Statement Collar and Bib Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
Introducing to you a mother of pearl, crystals and gemstone beaded statement collar and bib
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Lapis La...

Alex Jona Lapis Quartz Amethyst Silver Beaded Rondelle Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Lapis, Quartz Amethyst Necklace (57 cm long
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Silver

18k Gold Amethyst and Tahitian Pearl Necklace with Tsavorites, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
strands of baroque Tahitian pearls for an added layer of elegance. Another unique aspect of this necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Sophisticated Rose Quartz & Pearl & Large Gem Cut Amethysts Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
sparkling checkerboard gemcut glittering real Amethyst rondels - 10.2 mm - and beautiful little round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace Amethyst Heart Circa 1960
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful vintage pearl lavaliere necklace from the mid 20th century featuring two strands of
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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Grey Pearl & Aquamarine Infinity Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Quartz, Silver

AJD WOW !! Cultured Goldy Real Pearls & Amethysts & Diamond Clasp Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These fresh water cultured goldy tone Real Wrinkle Pearls are enhanced with sparkling checkerboard
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Gold P...

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Multicolored Sapphires Amethyst White, Light-Pink Pearls Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
. The necklace has a movable pendant in 14K rose gold composed of a wonderful big amethyst (intense
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Vintage 1970s Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, 14k...

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dangling Necklace Blue Amethyst & Pearls Dangle Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Dangling Pearls and Amethyst Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Length 16’ Inch Natural Amethyst blue
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD PinkyPurple Amethyst Colored Coin Pearls & Rose of France 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Bright glamorous pinky purple wonderfully unevenly shaped unique artistic Coin Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal

Berca Natural White Kogolon Pearl White Diamond Amethyst Peridot Ruby Necklace
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind Necklace, Chic and Wearable, Perfect with Any Attire: the white purity of Kogolon is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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

A.Jeschel Aquamarine and Green Amethyst bold necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
beads in varying shades of blue, elegantly complemented by hand-hammered Green Amethyst, opulent Baroque
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Amethyst, Opal, Freshwater Pearl

Marina J. Black Pearl, Amethyst, Pink Tourmaline and Rose Gold Watch Sautoir
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearls which display a vivid "oil spill" like iridescence. This Sautoir is made with Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Black Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Swarovski Crystals Mother of Pearl Glass Beaded Chain Tassel Bib Collar Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
various sizes of crystal glass beads, Swarovski Crystals, gold-tone metal components and mother of pearl
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2010s British Artist Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Pea...

A.Jeschel Cabochon Amethyst and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
stunning Amethyst and Sterling Silver cross necklace, paired with a beautiful Amethyst and Pearl necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

36" Blue Lace Agate Necklace/Blue Chalcedony with Chrysoprase and Amethyst
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
, Australian Chrysoprase, Freshwater Pearls, Tanzanite spacers, and deep Zambian Amethyst Rondelles. Vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Rhodium, Sil...

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, crazy cut amethyst necklace weighing 65 grams, with a brushed gold
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
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W 0.63 in L 17.33 in
Pearl Chalcedony Gold Necklace - The Seaside Necklace by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is crafted from handmade gold plated beads and handmade Ceramics beads, inspired by
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Gold

Alex Jona Amethyst Chalcedony Yellow Gold Soutoir Long Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold, amethyst and chalcedony
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ajd Magnificent Real Oyster Shell Flippy Floppy Pearls Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Huge Flipfloppy beautiful glistening natural real Oyster Shell Pearls make up this magnificent 18 1
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl

Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, faceted Morganite Amethyst and Carnelian
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Morganite, Carnelian, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
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W 0.43 in L 20.86 in
Clarissa Bronfman Pearl Tigers Eye Diamond Garnet Amethyst Rosary & Cross
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
water pearl and diamond star tumbler beads Pendant consists of: - Vintage from before 2000 - Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Gilt Silver Filigree And Amethyst Jewelry Set
Located in New York, NY
A vintage gilt sterling silver filigree jewelry set garnished with amethyst cabochons. The set
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Amethyst, Silver

Alex Jona Amethyst Chalcedony Rose Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
rose quartz bead necklace weighing 175 carats in total. Lenght 20.47 in / 52 cm - Depht : from 0.20 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Inlay Rose & Gemstone Beaded Necklace By Lee Sands, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 30" length - Mother of Pearl inlay rose measures 2.75" x 2.5" - Amethyst and
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Iradj Moini Emerald tone Gemstone Pearl Necklace
By Iradj Moini
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful Iradj Moini seven strand pearl necklace with removable pale emerald colored pear shape
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1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Base Metal, Brass

Iradj Moini Emerald tone Gemstone Pearl Necklace
Iradj Moini Emerald tone Gemstone Pearl Necklace
H 1.5 in W 4.5 in D 1 in L 16 in
Alex Jona Crazy Cut Intense Purple Amethyst Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, crazy cut intense purple amethyst necklace, with a brushed gold plated
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Marina B. Semi Precious Bead Gold Long Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Marina B. Semi Precious Bead Gold Long Necklace An 18k yellow gold long necklace with pearl, quartz
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

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Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate amethyst beads and pearl necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 47 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect amethyst beads and pearl necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a amethyst beads and pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marina J., Gemjunky/M D Designs and Jane Magon Collections are consistently popular. A amethyst beads and pearl necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 49 Amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and briolette cut alternatives. Finding a amethyst beads and pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace?

On average, a amethyst beads and pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,250, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $10,832 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.