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Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 18k yellow gold vivid cobalt blue enamel center pendant with natural pearl halo and crown
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Natural Pearl Gold Ribbon Filigree Pin Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade natural pearl rose gold pin and locket necklace with original handmade chain. Bail and
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1870s Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct 375 Gold Antique Blue Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Light Blue Baroque Cultured Pearl on a 9ct Gold Bail - Hung on a 9ct Antique Gold 19
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

9ct 375 Gold Antique Blue Baroque Pearl Necklace
9ct 375 Gold Antique Blue Baroque Pearl Necklace
H 0.75 in W 0.4 in D 0.06 in Dm 0.06 in L 0.44 in
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace Enamel Slide Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Victorian 56 Inch long 14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace of great beauty. The chain
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Black Enamel & Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Enamel & Pearl Necklace 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful, hand made, long
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique Victorian seed pearl and enamel, 9 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our antique
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.8 in W 0.4 in L 18.25 in
French 20th Century Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drapery Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Splendid antique necklace drapery, it is
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Nouveau Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drapery Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Charming antique necklace, it is formed by a
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian c1800 15K Gold English Chain Necklace with Locket Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This antique Georgian necklace is a true treasure & a rare find... Crafted in 15K yellow gold, it
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Pearl Garland Necklace 18ct Gold, circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
chain leading to three teardrop Amethyst droppers. The snake link chain is 18ct Yellow Gold. It's fitted
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1860s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 18ct gold pearl and diamond necklace. The necklace features a circular face
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Antique Victorian Tassel Fob Gold Adjustable Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite jewelry piece hails from the Victorian era, originally a watch chain transformed
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1890s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Gold

Art Deco Baroque Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace 18ct Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Kendal, GB
). The chain and clasp are fashioned in 18ct White Gold and the pendant is backed in 18ct Yellow Gold and
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Heart Dropper Necklace Aquamarine Garnet Pearl 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique Victorian dropper necklace from the late 19th Century adorned with fifteen
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1880s European Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Aquamarine, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Necklace with Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful early 9ct gold cable chain with 11 Scarab Beetles with seed pearls atop them. The chain
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1920s British Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian 1910 Pearl Drop Y Shape Necklace in 18kt Gold with European Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian Y shaped necklace. An elegant necklace sans ruffles and ribbons. This beautiful
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

1910 Edwardian Platinum over 14K Rose Gold Peridot, Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
” length This 1910 Edwardian necklace in platinum over 14k rose gold is absolutely gorgeous, featuring
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1910s American Edwardian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant Necklace in Silver and 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
architecture of Ancient China. A petite pearl set in 18k yellow gold creates the elegant bell tassel at the
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Mid-18th Century American Artisan Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Gem-set, Colored Diamond and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This late 19th century French necklace is composed of 18K gold, off round and semi-baroque pearls
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Late 19th Century Late Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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

Nephrite Jade Rock Crystal Pearl 18 KT Rare Long Suitor Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
arrange in more versatile ways It consists of a solid 18 KT gold chain – marked with assay Alternating are
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
. Accented by natural saltwater pearls of 3mm diameter on a hand wrought gold link chain. Tested as 18 karat
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colored Stones, Little Pearls, 9 Karat Rose Gold Very Old Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Very old retrò necklace in 9K rose gold
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1920s Retro Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Rose Gold Victorian Antique Necklace with central Half Pearl topped with a small coral
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Coral, Pearl, 9k Gold

9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
H 10.24 in W 1.19 in D 0.08 in Dm 1.19 in L 1.58 in
18K French Art Nouveau Diamond, Tsavorite and Pearl Fancy Link Station Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
: 18k gold, silver Pearl: 10 x 8mm Estimated Diamond weight .2ct Tsavorite weight .525ct Weight: 26
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Antique Necklace Comprising of an amethyst gemstone & cultured Stormy blue seed pearl
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Late 19th Century British Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
Edwardian 9ct Gold Necklace
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L 17 in
Victorian 15ct Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
15ct and 9ct gold, pocket watch chain with original clasp, converted into a charm necklace. Charms
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19th Century Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Dated 1798 - Napoléon I. Era Set of Gold Necklace and Earrings, Original box
Located in Berlin, DE
This jewellery set from the era of Napoleon I consists of a necklace and matching earrings. The
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18th Century French Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Emerald, Tourmaline, Pearl, Gold

Antique French 60-Inch Filigree Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, France. This 60-inch-long antique French necklace features stylishly traditional
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1880s American Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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18k Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drapery Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros hallmarks. Antique gold necklace called
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Lorgnette Folding Eyeglasses with Gold, Diamond and Seed Pearls Lariat
Located in Tustin, CA
gold, flat, double twist lariat, decorated with 24 seed pearls, old mine cut diamond and black enamel
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl

Chatelaine with Gold, Enamel and Pearls, Late 18th Century Work
Located in Paris, FR
enameled gold chains, and two more of the diamond-shaped and pearl chains support two multicolored gold
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1790s French Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace and Shell Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
gold and does not have a clasp. This pendant has a pearl set within the shell which is so sweet
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Gold

Victorian Onyx & Seed Pearl Mourning Jewelry 3-Piece Suite
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Antique Victorian Circa 1890 Set constructed completely of 14KT Yellow Gold **We do guarantee that
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1890s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold and White Jade Indian Mughal Necklace with Semi-Precious Stones
Located in New York, NY
18-karat gold and white Jade Indian Mughal necklace with semi-precious stones, on a 14-karat gold
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19th Century Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Jade, Gold

Antique French Filigree Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 18k, France. This 60-inch-long antique French necklace features elegant handmade
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1890s French Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lovely Yellow Gold Oval Pendant in 18 Karat
By Tara Shaw
Located in New Orleans, LA
18K gold ** pearl necklace not available for purchase
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1850s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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18k Gold

1850s Filigree Granulation Locket Pendant 14k Gold American
Located in Santa Monica, CA
), 25 inch original Victorian hand made chain, all tested close to 14k Yellow Gold & Rose Gold enhanced
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1850s American Etruscan Revival Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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14k Gold

Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pearl Diamond white gold chain Necklace. Pearl diameter: approximately 7.93 millimeters. Pendant
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Freshwater Pearl Necklace, 14k White Gold Cable Chain
Located in Greensboro, NC
style! This 14k white gold cable chain necklace is graced with twenty-three freshwater pearls that glow
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19th Century Unknown Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Freshwater Pearl, White Gold

Citrine Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade pink gold chain and wire pendant with fine pearls and incredible natural untreated orangey
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Early 1900s Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Outstanding necklace from the Victorian period, comes completed with Pearl chain, possibly
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1860s European Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
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H 2.17 in W 1.46 in L 23.63 in
Victorian Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
. Attached to a 17 inch chain this necklace would make an incredible gift. Gemstone: Pearl Metal: 15ct
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian French Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Rolo Link Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of 1.5 mm split rolo link chain with fifteen pearl stations throughout Pearls are 3.5 mm
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1860s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22.5" Antique Victorian 14k Gold Seed Pearl & .60ctw Diamond Curb Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 17.29 Grams Chain Type: 0.7mm Curb Link Chain Length
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1890s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Ladies Vintage Natural Pearl Beads Cocktail Chain Necklace With 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold Chain Length: 18.00 inches Width : 6.40 mm Weight
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Turquoise Seed Pearl Bow Heart Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an elegant Victorian bow heart pendant chain necklace crafted in 9K gold. The piece
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

1920s Blister Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique blister pearl and 9k yellow gold pendant on a 10k yellow gold chain
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1920s Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Blister Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
1920s Blister Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
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W 0.7 in L 18 in
Victorian Era Antique Muff Chain Necklace with Slide & Seed Pearl
Located in beverly hills, CA
This fine 19th Century antique 14K yellow gold necklace includes a 50-inch chain of double rolo
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1880s Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English antique 18 karat gold pendant locket with diamonds. The pendant locket has 1 old mine
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
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W 1.5 in L 25 in
Antique Pearl Garnet Gold Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique garnet and pearl set snake necklace. Set with three oval old cut garnets in closed back
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold

Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
), enameled with 23 old-mine cut diamonds weighing 0,37ct. 18K yellow gold. Weight: 5,12 g ( without a chain
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
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W 0.63 in L 1.38 in
Antique Edwardian Ruby Pearl 15ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
London. The necklace is set on a 9ct gold chain, it can be worn at 16" and 18" making this piece easy
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Pearl Amethyst Gold Pendant Drop Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian, 1900's Pearl and amethyst drop necklace. 5 round amethysts with 3 pear shaped amethyst
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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

Pearl Necklace David Yurman 18Kt Yellow Gold South Sea Pearls
By David Yurman
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare vintage David Yurman necklace made in 18KT yellow gold chain with south sea pearls. GRAM
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Early 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold Antique Turquoise & Seed Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Antique 16" Necklace Both Figaro Chain and Pendant are 9ct Gold 1 x Genuine natural
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Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Victorian Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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19th Century Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coral Seed Pearl and Pearl Drop Victorian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
a Coral Button surrounded by Seed Pearls and a Pearl Drop. Suspended from a 16” Gold chain. Hand
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique seed pearl necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold details. The
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Early 1900s Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive diamond and seed pearl necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with 14k white gold settings
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1910s Unknown Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
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W 0.58 in L 17.72 in
Victorian 5.50ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
design, whilst the connecting chain is crafted from 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Amethyst Stone Shape
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Silver

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Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique gold pearl chain necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 39 vintage or 4 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect antique gold pearl chain necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique gold pearl chain necklace over the years, but those made by SHIHARA, Erin Mac Jewelry and Giulia Colussi are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique gold pearl chain necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 30 Pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also antique cushion cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique gold pearl chain necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Gold Pearl Chain Necklace?

On average, an antique gold pearl chain necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,525, while they’re typically $450 on the low end and $28,704 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.