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Edwardian Opal Diamond Gold Platinum Drop Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rendered in platinum over 18k yellow gold, with a 9.5 carat oval opal at the center of a frame of
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Opal Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
powers. Above the serpentine opal, a cluster of brilliant diamonds adds a luxurious touch, their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.25 Carat Fiery Crystal Opal and Diamond Vintage Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 4.25 Carat Fiery Crystal Opal and Diamond Vintage Drop Pendant Gold Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Drop Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
Opal and diamond negligée necklace. Centrally set with an oval cabochon natural opal in a open back
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Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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

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Diamond, Black Opal, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Iris Opal Drop Pear Rope Necklace with Diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing Iris our one-of-a-kind Magical Opal Drop Rope Necklace with diamonds in 14k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modernist Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peruvian Opal with Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Peruvian opal, 36.3 carats, 29x32mm, cabochon cut Pave diamonds 0.84 carats Tahitian pearl 12.5x14mm, drop
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Peruvian Opal with Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Peruvian opal, 36.3 carats, 29x32mm, cabochon cut Pave diamonds 0.84 carats Tahitian pearl 12.5x14mm, drop
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Peruvian Opal with Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Peruvian opal, 36.3 carats, 29x32mm, cabochon cut Pave diamonds 0.84 carats Tahitian pearl 12.5x14mm, drop
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Handcraft Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Opal Sapphires Ruby Drop Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Australian opal,ruby,sapphires,onyx plate and diamonds. Onyx Size 50 mm Diamonds weight 0.60 karat Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Fire Opal White Diamond Fossilized Coral One of a Kind Drop Necklace, Kothari
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
opal cabochons and round brilliant-cut white diamonds, each individually bezel-set and accented with
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2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold...

Lady's Black Opal, Diamonds and Blue Sapphire and Necklace in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
One lady's black opal with a multi-color fire color. Average saturation scale with flash fire
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Platinum

Lady's Opal and Diamonds Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
One lady's semi-black opal in blue-green fire color. Dull saturation scale with a flash fire
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lady's Opal and Diamonds Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
One lady's 2 black opal in blue-green fire color. Average saturation scale with pin fire pattern
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Pear Shape Opal & Diamond Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
14K GOLD PEAR SHAPE OPAL & DIAMOND NECKLACE - Diamond Weight: 0.06 ct. - Diamond Count: 19 - Opal
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20th Century Chinese Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Lady's Black Opal and Diamonds Necklace in Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
One lady's black opal in green-orange fire color. Average saturation scale with flash fire pattern
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum

12.03ct Oval Lightning Ridge Black Opal and 16.19ct Diamond Spider Web Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Lightning Ridge black opal, surrounded by 16.19ct total weight in fine round diamonds forming the spiderweb
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Jelly Opal + Fire Opal Rose-Cut Multicolored Diamond Gold Necklace, Kothari 2023
By Kothari
Located in Dallas, TX
A one-of-one wearable work of art, this intricate handmade necklace by jewelry designer Tej
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold,...

Opal and Diamond Vintage Necklace in 18k Gold Circa 1960's
Located in Wailea, HI
Opal and Diamond Vintage Necklace in 18k Gold Circa 1960's Purchased From a Los Angeles Family's
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Mid-20th Century American Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Fire Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Mythology Collection Apollo Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold pendant with 41.60 carat Fire Opal, 39 carats Faceted Oregon Sunstone, 7.7
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Carnelian, Fire Opal, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dalben Australian Opal Rose Cut Diamond Gold Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design Opal pendant necklace with 5 blue-green Australian Opals and 2 rose cut Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Opal, Coral and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful finely detailed Necklace featuring 20 oval Opal Gemstones 44.13tcw, surrounded by
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

16.26 Carat Fire Opal 18 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is hand set with 16.26 carats Fire Opal and 3.22
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold

Early 20th Century Opal Diamond Gold Negligee Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Early 20th Century opal and diamond 14k white gold negligee necklace featuring fine quality gray
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Early 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces

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

Early 20th Century Opal Diamond Gold Negligee Necklace
Early 20th Century Opal Diamond Gold Negligee Necklace
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H 2 in W 1 in L 17.5 in
Art Deco Fire Opal & 3.32 CTW Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
A One of a Kind Art Deco period Fire Opal and diamond pendant necklace in platinum. Centered by an
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20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

6.83 Carat Pear Shape Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pear-shaped opal pendant is a natural kaleidoscope of color! The multicolored "fire," also
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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

197.00ctw Lightning Ridge Black Opal 6.27ct Diamond AGTA Award Winning Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
~16inch platinum necklace, which is adjustable with a clasp. The opals drop about 6.75 inches from top to
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

197.00ctw Lightning Ridge Black Opal 6.27ct Diamond AGTA Award Winning Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
~16inch platinum necklace, which is adjustable with a clasp. The opals drop about 6.75 inches from top to
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Edwardian Opal & Old Mine Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Edwardian opal, and old mine cut diamond pendant necklace in platinum. Centered by a stunning 15
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20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

10.9 Carat Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 18-karat gold, this exquisite necklace is handset with 10.9 carats of opal doublets, 4.1
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Australian 4.21ct Black Opal Diamonds Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
'Isadora' opal pendant is named after 'Mother of Modern Dance', Isadora Duncan. The vividly
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2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Black Opal, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Edwardian era negligee drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted in 900
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond, Ruby and Opal Plaque Pendant
Located in London, GB
A very fine Belle Époque opal, diamond and ruby lavalier pendant. Set with old circular-cut
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Antique Early 1900s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby

Italian Breathtaking 18k Opal Brown Diamonds Rose Gold Pendant Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K (Matching Ring and Earrings Available) Diamond Brown 1,08 ct Opal Weight
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

NWT $110, 000 18KT Black Opal Fancy Black Opal Sapphire Emerald Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sea Pearl and Australian Black Opal Diamond Necklace. Magnificent adorned with Glittering Blue and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black O...

30.32 Carat Opal Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace One of a Kind
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning 30.32 carat opal diamond necklace is handmade in 18K white gold and 2.14 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Crescendo III Amethyst Gold Opal Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Opal, Diamond, Amethyst, Amber, Agate, Sterling ...

Art Deco Style Opal Diamond and Ruby Pendant in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive opal, 0.85 carat diamond and 0.15 carat natural ruby, Art Deco
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1990s English Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum

Sterling Silver, Australian Opal and Diamond Shooting Star Y-Pendant
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
satin finishes. With one 7mm Australian opal, 11 - 1.3mm white diamonds; 30 -0.9mm blue diamonds. All
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Diamond, Opal, Sterling Silver

1970s Cabochon Cut Boulder Opal 1.52ct Sapphire and 1.28ct Diamond Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional vintage boulder opal, 1.52 carat sapphire and 1.28 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow
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Vintage 1970s German Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18k Rose and White Gold Opal Lariat Necklace with a Reversible "Sparkle Circle"
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
0.12 total carat weight of multicolored diamonds and sapphires. This necklace was custom designed and
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Billie 14K Yellow Gold Pear-Cut Pink Opal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
& Grace. This Necklace is made up of Pink Opal Pear-Cut (2 pcs) 14.78 carat, Onyx (1 pcs) 3.52 carat, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.60 Carat Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Ethiopian Opal & 93 Round Diamonds in GH- I1 quality with 0.25 ct. in a prong-setting. This pendant comes
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Australian Black Opal & Diamond Pendant 18" 14k Y Gold 4.45 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
. Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! This Australian Black Opal necklace has been
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1990s American Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold

Ico & the Bird Chrysoprase, Opal, Quartz, Carnelian Bird 22k Gold Necklace
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand Carved Necklace featuring gemstone birds in a rainbow of colors. Lemon Quartz, Amethyst
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Labradorite, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Quartz, 22k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Aqua Diamond Kogolong Yellow Gold Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Holland, PA
diamonds VS1 clarity G color 6 Kogolong (white opal) This necklace comes with Box, Certificate and Tag
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Selva Magica" Emerald 14k Gold Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Selva Magico consists of emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal, topaz
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k ...

Mythology Collection Eos Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold necklace with 6.30 carats of Fire Opal, 14.51 carats Morganite, 4.11 carats
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Beryl, Morganite, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, Ye...

Victorian Emerald Diamond Pendant or Brooch, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
diamond drop of approx 1.0ct. Very well matched Emeralds with large central stone. Three main
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald

Victorian Emerald Diamond Pendant or Brooch, circa 1860
Located in London, GB
diamond drop of approx 1.0ct. Very well matched Emeralds with large central stone. Three main
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Emerald Agate Gold Diamond Malachite Selva Magica Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Selva Magico consists of emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate...

Clarissa Bronfman Selva Magica II Diamond Gold Emerald Amber Symbol Tree Neckla
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, gold, pearl, emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal, topaz, peridot, ruby, enamel, sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Amber, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Pla...

Square Opal Drop Necklace
By Angely Martinez
Located in New York, NY
The Waterfall Necklace presents a peaceful waterfall, filled with blue color tones. It includes the
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Opal and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 7 round brilliant = .15cttw Color: G Clarity
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, Black Opal 3 Station Pendant, 14 Karat Gold Drop Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
diamonds provide a look that is very modern yet classic! This necklace is very fashionable and can add a
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Style Opal and Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
pendant has a diamond set bow and ribbon detail which which an oval opal drop suspends. The body of the
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Early 2000s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style Opal and Diamond Drop Pendant
Art Nouveau Style Opal and Diamond Drop Pendant
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H 1.58 in W 0.95 in
Opal Doublet Diamond 18 Karat Convertible Hoop Earrings
By Nina Wynn
Located in Denver, CO
. Add a touch of color with doublet opal diamond pave charms. These earrings are convertible so you can
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

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Opal, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond & Opal Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
mystical opal gemstone. The necklace with pendant is composed of two parts; a top lace-like diamond studded
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Diamond & Opal Necklace
Vintage 14K Gold Diamond & Opal Necklace
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H 1.75 in W 1 in L 16.5 in
Opal Moon and Stars Earrings with Diamonds in gold one of a kind in stock
Located in London, GB
stars opal with diamond earrings! 🌙✨ The opals in these earrings have a stunning galaxy-like fire that
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2010s British Art Deco Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Australian Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum over Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An Edwardian period Australian opal bow and garland necklace
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum

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Diamond And Opal Drop Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate diamond and opal drop necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect diamond and opal drop necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a diamond and opal drop necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Doves by Doron Paloma, Renata Bernard and Kian Design are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping for a diamond and opal drop necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Diamond And Opal Drop Necklace?

The price for a diamond and opal drop necklace starts at $350 and tops out at $194,700 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,906.

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.