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Large Freshwater Baroque Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
An atmosphere of the sea is evoked by this pearl necklace. Large freshwater baroque pearls are
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Large Diamond and Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 40 Grams Chain Length: 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Italian 18K Yellow Gold Large Link Chain Coin Pearls Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
yellow gold boldly accent the five natural iridescent coin pearl stations along the 29 inch length of
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Early 2000s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Navettes Necklace in 18 K Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
Mattioli Navettes Necklace in 18 K Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Measure: 45 cm 17,71 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our mesmerizing 49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yel...

43.24ct Extra Large Baroque Pearl Diamond Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our meticulously crafted 43.24ct Extra Large Baroque Pearl Diamond Necklace Pendant in
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl 18K Gold Diamond Rondell Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This unique custom made Large South Sea Tahitian 12.00-13.00 MM Pearl and diamond rondell necklace
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Cultured Pearls 18K Gold Beaded Choker Necklace
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Light. This white large cultured pearl beaded handmade choker necklace is elegant in its clean
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultur...

French 19th Century Miniature Fine Pearl 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle's head hallmark. Probably the transformation of an antique
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18k Gold Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 34" 18k Gold 9.5 mm Certified $126,000 M126000 Estate
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Turkish 18k Gold Turquoise, Pearl Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
in each earring. The gold, like the necklace is 18k. Total weight is 18 grams. The length is meant
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1990s Turkish Byzantine Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

17mm Cream Pearl on 18K Gold Chain Necklace Diamond Enhancer and Toggle Clasp
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
are in recycled 18K gold. The necklace is made up of round uniformly shaped links. 18" long and can be
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Oriental Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold...

18k Gold Tahiti Pearl and Sapphire Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Unique 18k gold pendant with a large silver grey Tahiti pearl and four sapphires in tonal shades of
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2010s Dutch Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Natural Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Natural pearls scattered artfully in Art Nouveau scroll work surrounding an exquisite show-stopping
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

White Cultured Pearls 18K Gold Beaded Choker Necklace Wedding Bridal
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
The Light. This white large cultured pearl beaded handmade choker necklace is elegant in its clean
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Y...

Diamond Heart 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
collar as a strand of forty 7-1/8 to 8mm round AAA Akoya pearls with enhancing 18K gold spacers. This
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Ruby, Diamond & Pearl Bow Necklace Choker
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this marvellous and elegantly designed vintage 18K gold necklace. The
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Gold & Natural Mother of Pearl Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Sizes 90 cm Request availability if in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art deco Akoya pearl necklace 18K gold diamond clasp
Located in Versailles, FR
touch of elegance is the beautifully crafted 18K white gold clasp, featuring a larger old european cut
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Large pearl Necklace 18 Karat White Gold and Platinum Large Grey South Sea Pearl
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Impressive Necklace with a very large Pearl pendant Pearl size approx. 17mm Grey South Sea Pearl
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, White Gold, Platinum

Rare Tiffany & Co. Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
necklace features bold 18k gold links and refined pearls. 18k gold with a large freshwater pearl measuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17" 18k Gold 8 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
50 Pearls LARGE 8 mm 17" Inches 18K White Gold Clasp This Akoya pearl necklace has been Certified
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Freshwater Pearl Cts 11.79 and Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
set in luxurious 18K white gold, weighing 7.41 grams. Versatile and chic, this necklace is perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18k Gold 9.5 mm Certified M35435
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Pearls LARGE 9.5 mm 17.5 Inches 18 KT Yellow Gold Clasp TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE REVIEW OUR 100
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds and Fine Pearls Silver and 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 Karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and silver. This sumptuous antique pendant
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Yoko London Baroque Natural Colour Pink Freshwater Pearl Necklace in 18K Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
an 18K white gold clasp, this necklace is an alternative twist on a classic style. Pearl Type: Pink
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yoko London Large Tahitian Pearl Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
A classic necklace style formed from superb quality Tahitian pearls and strung onto an 18K White
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Timeless Vintage 18k Gold Modernist Necklace with Amethyst and Akoya Pearls
Located in Palm Beach, FL
diamond banded 18k gold clasp with 14k yellow gold plunger. Pearls range in quality from greenish cream
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Tahitian Baroque Pearls Gray Diamonds 18K Gold Beaded Drop Necklace Bridal Gift
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
. Beautiful lustrous pearls are separated by conical spacers in recycled 18k gold and are highlighted by gray
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Natural Pearl, Cultured Pearl, ...

Judith Ripka 18k Gold Classic Revival Pearl Necklace with Special Features
By Judith Ripka
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful, substantial and exquisitely detailed 18k yellow gold necklace from the esteemed
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Large Pearl and Diamonds Pendant Necklace on 18 Karat Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Pendant necklace in 18 Kt yellow gold and diamonds, the pendant retaining in its center a pearl
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lazaro Diaz Layered Double Chain 18k Gold, Amethyst, & Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat yellow gold with purple amethysts and Tahitian pearls. The layered double chain necklace has
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold

Frederic Sage Luna Large Gold Mother-of-Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Frederic Sage
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Frederic Sage pendant 18-karat yellow gold settings that emulates a glowing full moon, round mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy 18k Gold 4.69ct Diamond Chevron Necklace Star & Pearl Drop Dangle Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and fancy chevron necklace is crafted from solid 18k white gold. It is constructed
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Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Verdura Black Pearl Link Necklace with Rose Cut Diamonds 18k Yellow Gold
By Verdura
Located in La Jolla, CA
Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold by Verdura features 6 Large black South Sea Pearls measuring 16mm to 17.5 mm
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Late 20th Century Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15mm White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
luster! The pearl is topped with a diamond-studded 18 karat yellow gold cap that has been pave set with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Margot McKinney 18k Rose Gold Link Necklace with Pearls and Rubellites 38" Long
By Margot McKinney
Located in La Jolla, CA
Margot McKinney 18k Rose Gold Link Necklace with Pearls and Rubellites 38" Long 18k Rose Gold Link
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare Large Baroque South Seas Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate rare large baroque South Seas pearl pendant necklace. This 18 karat white gold pendant
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dainty Freshwater Pearl on Shiny 18k Gold Chain Necklace OOAK Gift for Her R4365
Located in Osprey, FL
sized pearls on a 18k yellow gold chain ♥ This necklace is fully adjustable as the spring ring can hook
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

620 carat Australian South Sea Pearls 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Clasp Necklace
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
620-Carat Australian South Sea Pearls and 18K Gold Clasp with Diamonds Unlock Your Divine Potential
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Line Necklace and Pearl Drop Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional Cartier Paris diamond line necklace featuring a detachable large pearl drop and diamond
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Gilbert Albert Blk Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl & Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Gilbert Albert
Located in La Jolla, CA
Black Tourmaline, Ruby and Diamond Statement Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold by Gilbert Albert (Geneva
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Large Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace Steel & 18kt White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Jupiter, FL
: steel & 18KT white gold SIZE: PENDANT (1.60"x1.18" WIDE) NECKLACE-18" CHAIN IS ROLO 14KT WHITE GOLD- NO
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Steel

Yoko London Large South Sea Pearl Long Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
London features exceptional quality rare South Sea Pearls secured to an 18K White Gold Ball Clasp. Easy
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White 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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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified $47,500 311590 Estate
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Vintage Large Carved Coral Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand carved Large Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace. Featuring a
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Blue Topaz Diamond and Mother of Pearl Choker Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Choker necklace in 18K yellow gold with diamonds, mother-of-pearl and blue topaz. There are 156
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Late 20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Pearl, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold

NWT $75, 000 Important 18KT Gold Fancy South Sea Large Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Beautiful Rare Important 18KT White Gold Pearl and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18" 18k Y Gold 10 mm Certified
By Mikimoto
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Magnificent and Very Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 18" 18k Y Gold 10 mm Certified
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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

White South Sea Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pendant necklace with large 11-12 mm white South sea round pearls and 0.49 ct. natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Adorable Paws Kitty Cat Black Opal Diamond & Akoya Pearl Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Adorable Paws Kitty Cat Australian Black Opal, Diamond & Akoya Pearl Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Tiffany & Co. Cummings Jasper Pearl Large Key Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k yellow gold Jasper Pearls Large Key Pendant Necklace by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. With
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Vintage 1980s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Jasper, Yellow Gold

Designer Black White Dog Mother of Pearl & Black Agate Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Designer Black White Dog Mother of Pearl & Black Agate Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Large South Sea Pearls 15mm to 13 mm 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace of 29 South Sea Pearls including a breakthrough to make an invisible clasp with an 18
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1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Judith Ripka Freshwater Pearl Yellow Gold Paloma Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Stamford, CT
36 Inch long Paloma Pearl Necklace by Judith Ripka. 18k yellow gold chain with 21 large well
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Tahitian Black South Sea Pearl Gold Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Stamford, CT
Authentic Mikimoto 18 inch black Tahitian South Sea cultured pearl necklace. Design #XNB11018NS9397
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Whi...

South Sea Pearl Necklace & Hand Crafted 18k Gold Horse Heads, One of a Kind
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing South Sea Pearl Necklace & Precision Hand Crafted 18kt Gold Horse Heads and Semi Precious
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

18k White Gold Pearl Cts 11.74 and Pear-Shaped Rose-Cut Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
gracefully from delicate to medium-sized, culminating in impressively large pearls totaling 11.74 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

$78, 000 GAL Certified 18KT Gold AA-AAA Large South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Fancy Diamond Necklace. This Spectacular Necklace contains 42 Large 11-12.6MM AA-AAA Rare
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

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Large 18k Gold Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the large 18k gold pearl necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 25 vintage editions and 43 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect large 18k gold pearl 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. Finding an appealing large 18k gold pearl necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Helen Ringus, Valentin Magro and Mikimoto each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any large 18k gold pearl necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 54 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also uncut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding a large 18k gold pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Large 18k Gold Pearl Necklace?

On average, a large 18k gold pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $7,900, while they’re typically $495 on the low end and $68,000 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.