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Art Nouveau Handcrafted Emerald Aquamarine Yellow Gold "Cat" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Round Cut Emeralds. This Pendant has a 40.00 Carats (Circa) Cabochon Cut Milk Aquamarine. This Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

René Lalique Art Nouveau Plique-à-jour Enamel and Aquamarine "Four Dragonflies"
By René Lalique
Located in New York, NY
a symbol of victory. Parisians, like Lalique’s fellow Art Nouveau jeweler Vever, eagerly collected
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Aquamarine Cabochon Lariat Necklace 15.40 Carats
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Aquamarine Cabochon and Ruby Lariat necklace is made from an old watch chain with a two stone
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Art Nouveau Citrine Turquoise Tourmaline Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Aquamarine. This Necklace is inspired by Art Deco. This Necklace is available also in 9, 14 or 18K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Citrine, Chrysophrase, Chalcedony, Am...

Russian Imperial-era Aquamarine Necklace, St. Petersburg, c. 1910
Located in St. Catharines, ON
pear-shaped aquamarine measures .8 in. (2 cm) long. Length of necklace 15 ¾ in. (40.1 cm)
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Vintage 1910s Russian Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Pear Shaped Aquamarine Diamond, Sapphire Pendant Necklace with Valuation
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
We Proudly Present this Beautiful Necklace This stunning Aquamarine drop pendant is set with 2 x
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Pearl Yellow Gold "Owl" Beaded Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
0.50 Carats Emerald but it is available also with Ruby, Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphir...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Yellow Gold "Fly" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1.30 Carats of Emerald and Ruby but it is available also with Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Blue Sapphire or
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

Aquamarine & Diamond Pendant
Located in Watford, GB
75.2 Ct oval cut aquamarine encircled by diamonds 1.66 Ct Set in 14K white gold, 14.60 Grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Bead 0.80 Carat White Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
on the necklace with an Aquamarine bead and spreads its wings dressed in gold and diamonds. The
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold 0.80 Carat White Diamond Aquamarine Butterfly Pendent Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
on the necklace with an Aquamarine bead and spreads its wings dressed in gold and diamonds. The
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Gold Pendant Natural Blue Beryl Aquamarine Crystal
Located in Berlin, DE
Aquamarine crystal 14K yellow gold pendant aquamarine measurements - 0.28 x 0.35 x 1.77 in / 7 х 9
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2010s German Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Moon Star Gold Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Moon Star Gold Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin J Dauphin Made in
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver

Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Moon Star Gold Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crescent Moon Star Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Gold Plated Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin You
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Black Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Moon Star Gold Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crescent Moon Star Aquamarine Black Diamond Necklace Gold Plated Pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin You
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Black Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

"Mucha Mermaid II" Bijou Médaille in 18K Gold & Diamond on Aquamarine Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This lovely little lady -- archetypal Art Nouveau down to her flowing hair and faraway stare -- is
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Sapphire Peridot Tourmaline Aquamarine Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Green Tourmaline. This Pendant has 2.00 Carats of Peridots. This Pendant has 1.00 Carats of Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Peridot, Black Diamond, W...

Gold October charm with aquamarine
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold charm with a clover four with aquamarine petals and a diamond heart with the text
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold October charm with aquamarine
Gold October charm with aquamarine
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H 0.95 in W 0.79 in
Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900 Five round opals
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Aquamarine '58.98cts' and Diamond '3.12cts Tw' Pendant
By Michael Engelhardt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Carved in Idar Oberstein Germany by a master carver, this piece of Aquamarine with a "Honeycomb
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2010s Brazilian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
18ct gold & silver set Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch dated circa 1900 Five round opals
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Butterfly Wings 0.80 Carat White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
on the necklace with an Aquamarine bead and spreads its wings dressed in gold and diamonds. The
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

0.96ct Aquamarine and Pearl, 15ct Yellow Gold Pendant - Antique Circa 1895
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau style 0.96 carat aquamarine and pearl, 15 karat yellow
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Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Necklace 0.80 Karat White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine Drop
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
on the necklace with an Aquamarine bead and spreads its wings dressed in gold and diamonds. The
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2010s Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Aquamarine drop pendant, 15k yellow gold, Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly stunning antique Aquamarine drop pendant. Art Nouveau era this beautiful triple drop
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Emerald Cut Aquamarine Pendant Set in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Trumbull, CT
Natural Rectangular Aquamarine is 8 mm X 10 mm set in 14 Karat Yellow Gold is one of a kind
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold

Aquamarine '46.46 Cts' and Diamond '4.82 Cts' Pendant
By Michael Engelhardt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Surrounded by an 18k yellow gold frame, this Aquamarine weighing 46.46 cts contains 202 Diamonds
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2010s Brazilian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Handmade Unique Pear Cut Fine Blue Aquamarine Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Blue Aquamarine & Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace. This is a unique handmade pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Red Coral White Diamond Ruby Emerald Aquamarine Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carats of Emeralds. This Pendant has a 1.40 Carats Aquamarine. This Pendant has a Mediterranean (Sardinia
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Coral, Aquamarine, Sterling Silve...

Antique Arts&Crafts Jade 18kGold 10 ProngSetDiamond&Gems ArmHand Amulet Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
With elements of the cross-over late-Arts&Crafts and early-Art-Nouveau movements, this antique turn
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Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, Beryl, Garnet, Blue...

Mellerio Paris, French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, Lapis, and Obsidian Polo Player
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
for their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as
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20th Century French Art Deco Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in New York, NY
spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the
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20th Century French Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Quartz, Turquoise, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Jade, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, ...

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
By Mellerio Paris
Located in New York, NY
their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as
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21st Century and Contemporary French Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

18kt Yellow Gold Cufflinks Dome Hammered, 1989 Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Antwerp, BE
firm’s glittering creations from this time are masterworks of Art Nouveau jewelry, such as this delicate
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20th Century Artist Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as for the
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20th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamond, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, & Lapis Horse
By Mellerio
Located in New York, NY
their spectacular series of Art Nouveau jewels, created at the beginning of the 20th century, as well as
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20th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

18K Gold 2.52 Carat Aquamarine & 0.61 Carat Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Pendant Necklace with 1 Aquamarine 2.52 Total Carat Weight and 33 Diamonds 0.61 Total
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Aquamarine Rhinestone Vintage Floral Necklace
Located in Wigan, GB
Short History... The jewellery of the Art Nouveau period can be exemplified by an allusion to the
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle Gold Plate Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Marvellous necklace starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Handmade Natural Aquamarine Round Beaded Precious Choker Necklace Intini Jewels
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
This necklace features precious high quality Aquamarine; natural and rare beads for an exclusive
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver

Handmade Natural Aquamarine Barrel Beaded Precious Choker Necklace Intini Jewels
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
This necklace features precious high quality Aquamarine; natural and rare beads for an exclusive
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Gold 41.38 Carat Aquamarine and 15.20 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Astonishing 18" Necklace with 9 Aquamarine 41.38 Total Carat Weight and 226 Diamonds 15.20 Total
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2010s American Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 16.39 Carat Aquamarine and 2.57 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
One-of-a-kind Pendant Necklace with 1 Aquamarine 16.39 Total Carat Weight and 132 Diamonds Total
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2010s American Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle Gold Plate Earrings Necklace Bracelet Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
. Necklace • Gold Plate • Total length 40 cm • Aquamarine rondelles27.5 carats • Total Weight  8.2g
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Turquoise Tourmaline Coral Aquamarine Silver Assymetric Chocker Beaded Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Breathtaking and sumptuous luminous choker necklace with Turquoise Tourmaline Coral and Aquamarine
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterli...

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelles Gold Plate Chain Handmade Italian Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Magnificent natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Marvellous necklace starring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

18 Karat Gold 59.5 Carat Aquamarine and 3.37 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This one-of-a-kind piece is created with an amazing center stone Aquamarine 59.5 Total Carat
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Natural Turquoise Tourmaline Aquamarine Coral Agate Opal Choker Gemston Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Precious necklace with Natural Gemstones. Abstract jewellery 925 sterling silver piece inspired by
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Coral, Aquamarine, Agate, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, ...

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle Beads Gold Plate Necklace Anklet Bracelet Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Luminous set of natural precious jewellery on elegant Gold Plate setting. Marvellous necklace and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle 9 Karat Gold Earrings Necklace Bracelet Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
necklace earrings and bracelet starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle 18 Karat Gold Earrings Necklace Bracelet Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
necklace earrings and bracelet starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle Beads 18 Karat Gold Necklace Bracelet Set
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
necklace and bracelet starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness. An
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelles 9 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Magnificent natural precious jewellery on elegant 9 karat yellow gold setting. Marvellous necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle 9 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Marvellous necklace starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelles 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Magnificent natural precious jewellery on elegant 18 karat yellow gold setting. Marvellous necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels Aquamarine Rondelle 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Handmade Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Marvellous necklace starring pure aquamarine raw rondelles, for a bright charm of uniqueness
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intini Jewels 1.98 Carats Aquamarine Heart 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
Take love with you everywhere! This breathtaking necklace has a sweet design with the most precious
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Leaves Pearl Mother Pearl Aquamarine 14 Karat Yellow Gold Tribal Leaf Necklace
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
elegant outfit. A timeless design 3 natural mother pearl leaves adorned with aquamarine pecious beads. Top
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

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Art Nouveau Aquamarine Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art nouveau aquamarine necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 28 vintage editions and 26 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an art nouveau aquamarine necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an art nouveau aquamarine necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Intini Jewels, Luigi Ferrara and Alexey Gabilo are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and emerald cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art nouveau aquamarine necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Aquamarine Necklace?

On average, an art nouveau aquamarine necklace at 1stDibs sells for $2,130, while they’re typically $118 on the low end and $98,500 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.