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Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
lazuli of the highest quality! This necklace is a magnificent strand of antique carved natural Lapis
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace incorporates five stunning square polished cut lapis lazuli. Each of the feature stones is collet
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19th Century Unknown Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.08 in W 0.87 in L 15.5 in
Lapis Lazuli and Gold Necklace with Large Lapis Pendant
Located in London, GB
Bactrian necklace consists of impressively sized lapis lazuli tubular beads, interspersed with ancient gold
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Antique Greek Mythology Cameo 18 K Gold Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Magnificent extremely rare double-sided carved lapis lazuli cameo pendant. The exquisite carving is
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Early 18th Century Unknown Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Collar Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
coral beads and lapis lazuli. About 156 grams, 16" long 2" wide.
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Early 1900s Tibetan Anglo-Indian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

Victorian Etruscan Revival Lapis Lazuli 14 Karat Yellow Gold Swagged Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
textured horns and fur - suspending a lapis lazuli teardrop shaped bead from a floral surmount. Measuring
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1890s Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Theodor Fahrner Necklace Blue Enamel Lapis Lazuli Sea Motif Sterling Silver
By Theodor Fahrner
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a rare and wonderful Theodor Fahrner Necklace with Blue Enamel and Lapis Lazuli in a
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Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Dimos 22k Gold Daisy Lapis Lazuli Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
presented in our history here in a simple single leaf and set with Lapis Lazuli that creates a beautiful
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold

Antique Dimos 22k Gold Daisy Lapis Lazuli Pendant
Dimos 22k Gold Daisy Lapis Lazuli Pendant
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H 0.906 in W 0.63 in D 0.118 in
French Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
decoration and traces of blue enamel, set to each side with an oval lapis lazuli tablet. Stamped with the
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19th Century French Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.44 in L 1.07 in
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Pearl 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 14 karat gold oval-shaped pendant set with a lapis lazuli gemstone. A cultured pearl is
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Early 20th Century European Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Lapis Lazuli Pendant with Carved Dolphins
Located in Athens, GR
18 karat yellow gold pendant showcasing a solid piece of AAA quality Lapis Lazuli in a deep blue
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli is a timeless and exquisite piece of
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Pendant #15999
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This beautiful oval yellow gold pendant is set with carved lapis lazuli in a floral motif This
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1910s Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant Old Mine Cut Diamonds Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Antique Art Deco - Victorian Pendant with a gorgeous central 16 Carat Lapis Lazuli
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 10k Gold, Gold

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Silver Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a marquise shape surmount suspending a cross pendant of carved lapis lazuli Opaque
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1860s Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Bulla 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Etruscan Style Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Centered on a round lapis lazuli cabochon, the frame beaded on the obverse and reverse. It opens on
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Mid-19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Medallion pendant of lapis lazuli and set with diamonds 14k gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold medallion pendant with lapis lazuli and rose diamonds set on silver. 0.15ct – G/H – SI
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Silver

LB offers Antique Sterling Silver, Lapis, Tibetan pendant, Murano glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a highly unusual vintage Tibetan Sterling Silver and Lapis Lazuli pendant
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Brass, Sterling Silver

Lapis and Gold Beaded Necklace, with Central Gold-Capped Black Agate
Located in London, GB
stunning beaded necklace comprising of both lozenge and disk cut lapis lazuli beads, interspersed with
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15th Century and Earlier Unknown Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Modernist Bold Double Stand Pearl Necklace with Lapis, Gold and Diamond Clasps
Located in New York, NY
have 188 pearls joined by two 18k yellow gold clasps set with lapis and 6 round cut diamonds each. They
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1870s Italian Modernist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 14Y Lapis Lantern that Opens
Located in McLeansville, NC
An antique 14 karat yellow gold lapis lantern charm. This charm features a rectangular lantern
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1920s Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Aquamarine Lapis Cannetille Pendant Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Georgian Aquamarine and Lapis Cannetille Pendant-Brooch of beautiful quality and condition
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold

French 1880 Egyptian Revival Pectoral in Silver with Champleve Cloisonne & Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
(cloisonne). The scarab in the center is carved from blue lapis lazuli and the scepter with reddish carnelian
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1880s French Egyptian Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Unique Art Deco Egyptian Revival necklace, 1920 circa Comprising a skillfully natural Lapis hand
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
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H 2.33 in W 1.34 in L 15.36 in
Egyptian Revival Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival necklace, circa 1925, is a beautiful composition in 14K gold, lapis and enamel
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Egyptian Revival Necklace
Egyptian Revival Necklace
H 2 in W 1.5 in L 30 in
Art Nouveau Turn-of-the-Century Citrine, Lapis, Ruby, and Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Wheaton, IL
of royal blue lapis that gracefully dangles from the center base of the pendant. Stamp: 14k
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Citrine, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sasportas 1925 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant 18Kt Diamonds Lapis and Malachite
By Sasportas
Located in Miami, FL
natural blue lapis lazuli and is wearing a miniature necklace, with several old European cuts diamonds and
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Coral, Enamel, Platinum...

Roman Intaglio Gemstone Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
, including carnelian, bloodstone, and lapis lazuli. Classic in execution and style, these intaglios feature
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold

Victorian Egyptian Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
, carnelian, and lapis lazuli barrel beads Opaque light blue, medium blue, and translucent reddish-orange in
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1880s Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

French 1930 Art Deco Egyptian Revival Necklace 18Kt Gold with Cloisonne Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
French art deco Egyptian revival necklace. Fabulous and colorful piece, created in France during
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1910s French Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, White Gold, ...

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
traditional (garnet and rubies), throwing in some pearly green prehnite and lapis just for giggles. Best of
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Lapis Lazuli, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...

Ancient Hellenistic Turquoise Necklace with Black Banded Agate
Located in London, GB
east. Both lapis lazuli and turquoise were highly prized within the region, with some sources showing
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15th Century and Earlier European Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Turquoise, Agate, 18k Gold

Vintage Tribal Lapis & Carnelian Necklace
Located in Seguin, TX
Vintage middle eastern tribal necklace. Tear drop large lapis lazuli pendent and red carnelian bead
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Early 20th Century Unknown Tribal Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Brass

Saint Cecelia Chatelaine Pendant by Froment-Meurice, French, circa 1850
By François-Désiré Froment-Meurice
Located in London, GB
circular lapis lazuli seal in a trumpet form mount and on the other a watch winder, the whole accented with
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1850s French Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Charm Easter Bunny in Egg Basket Pendant Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era charm crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1920s to 1930s). Lapis
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Platinum

Archaeological Revival Gold And Diamond Pendant attr. Eugene Fontenay Paris 1870
By Eugene Fontenay
Located in Firenze, IT
and radiating lapis lazuli within a rope work surround suspended within a similar larger outer frame
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1850s French Etruscan Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Italy 1850 Roma Papal States Egyptian Revival Micro Mosaic Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
; blue lapis lazuli, red jasper, black onyx, green malachite, black onyx, lava, creme nacre and 24k gold
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1850s Italian Egyptian Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Revival 1850 Papal States Pendant In 19Kt Yellow Gold Swan In Micro Mosaic
Located in Miami, FL
hardstones, such; blue lapis lazuli, red coral, black onyx, green malachite, black onyx and cream nacre
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1850s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Onyx, Lapis Lazuli, Coral, Carnelian, Agate, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

ART NOUVEAU c.1920's Czech Hand Painted Portrait Brass Necklace Bracelet Parure
Located in Thiensville, WI
portraits attached via single o-ring, pendant is suspended from a single strand made up of blue lapis lazuli
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1920s Unknown Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

1919 Nordic Ring Lapis Lazuli Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø US7.5 / 3.2gr
Located in SE
not in use for many decades. Bezel set natural Lapis Lazuli stone of finest quality Ø 5 mm x 2.5 mm
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1910s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver

Egyptian Revival Lapis Lazuli Pharoah King Tut Enamel Brooch Pin Art Deco Silver
Located in New York, NY
magnificent hand carved Lapis Lazuli head of a Pharoah, or King Tut. The Lapis face reflects the work of a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Enamel

Carlo Giuliano Hardstone Cameo of Bacchus Gold and Enamel Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
and he often used unusual combinations of gems such as lapis lazuli, zircons, fire opals and pearls
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Late 19th Century British Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Renaissance Reliquary Pendant with Pearl and Enameling
Located in Chicago, IL
with alternating opaque turquoise and dark blue enamel, imitating and lapis lazuli stones. Attached to
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1620s Spanish Renaissance Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Antique Gold Pendant with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Chicago, IL
field composed of enamel or lapis lazuli, symbolic of divine power Only the rays of the shining gold
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16th Century Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Cartier 1926 Tom Pouce Ladies Lighter 18kt Gold Bronze Champlevé Emerald & Lapis
By Cartier, Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
. Embellished with natural lapis lazuli and an emerald. The main outside body is decorated with organics
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Multi-gemstone, Gold, Bronze, Enamel

Snake Bracelet Gold, Vintage Gemstones
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rising snake, with the head decorated by the lapis, diamond, ruby and emerald. The "skin" has amazing
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Early 1900s Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

19th Century Lapis Lazuli Bead and Gold Demi-Parure
Located in London, GB
A 19th Century lapis lazuli bead and gold demi-parure, the necklace consisted of twenty four
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Mid-19th Century English Etruscan Revival Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Victorian Lapis, Half Pearl and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
yellow gold chain is set throughout with deep blue cabochon-cut lapis lazuli stones, which provide a
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Lapis and Gold Necklace, American by Walter Lampl, c. 1915.
By Walter Lampl
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique necklace of finely carved and pierced natural vivid blue lapis. This handmade gold
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
lazuli of the highest quality! This necklace is a magnificent strand of antique carved natural Lapis
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
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Dm 0.8 in L 18.5 in
Ancient Assyrian Agate, Lapis Lazuli Necklace with Original Ancient Gold Beads
Located in Bloomington, IN
source to the west. There are four lapis lazuli beads in the necklace. The pair at the center are 7 mm in
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Agate, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Victorian Revivalist Lapis Lazuli Gold Bula Locket Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
antique was made in Italy in circa 1860 and is in good condition and mounted with a fine Lapis Lazuli
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
Located in Paris, FR
Very charming and chic lapis-lazuli cross set on silver with 17 small antique cut diamonds. The
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1880s Unknown Byzantine Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver

19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
H 2.37 in W 1.82 in D 0.24 in
Ancient Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace with Agate Barrel Beads and Fine Silver
Located in Bloomington, IN
This necklace consists of fifty-five lapis lazuli beads, twenty-six small agate barrel beads
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Ancient Lapis Lazuli Spoon Shaped Pendants, Lapis and Carnelian Beads, Silver
Located in Bloomington, IN
Twenty-seven ancient lapis lazuli spoon shaped pendants alternating with barrel shaped lapis beads
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Ancient Egyptian Lapis Heart Pendant with Lapis Lazuli Beads, 20k Gold Tubes
Located in Bloomington, IN
Forty-eight lapis lazuli beads alternating with forty-eight 20k gold tube beads with an Egyptian
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Multi Strand Necklace with 20k Gold Beads, Ancient Lapis Lazuli and Carnelian
Located in Bloomington, IN
Eighty-six carnelian beads alternating with eighty-three lapis lazuli beads strung in three
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Ancient Lapis Lazuli Cornerless Cube Beads, Granulated Silver Spacer Beads
Located in Bloomington, IN
Forty-six ancient corner-less cube lapis lazuli beads alternating with two layer granulated silver
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Ancient Rectangular Lapis Lazuli Beads with Granulated Silver Spacer Beads
Located in Bloomington, IN
Forty-seven ancient corner-less cube lapis lazuli beads alternating with two layer granulated
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Ancient Lapis Lazuli, Carnelian Beads with Custom 22k Gold Banding
Located in Bloomington, IN
very prevalent. Lapis lazuli was highly prized and came by way of trade. The necklace is 23 1/8
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15th Century and Earlier American Artist Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold

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Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique lapis lazuli necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique lapis lazuli necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique lapis lazuli necklace over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Baume and Carl Bacher are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique lapis lazuli 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 Antique Lapis Lazuli Necklace?

Prices for an antique lapis lazuli necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $625 and can go as high as $57,847, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,900.

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.