Large Riviere Necklace
Art Deco Crystal Paste Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco paste riviere necklace set in sterling silver. Of large faceted square cut crystal paste
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco More Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Edwardian Citrine and 9 Carat Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous necklace holds 29 stones all set in simple settings. The stones start with larger at
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Citrine, Gold
Antique 9 Karat and Natural Amethyst Graduated Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique 9 Karat and Natural Amethyst Graduated Rivière Necklace
L 43.7 cm x W 0.98 cm / 17.2 in
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Amethyst, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Amethyst paste riviere necklace, sterling silver, 19th Century
Located in NEWARK, GB
A tremendously good antique riviere necklace.
Early Victorian era this beautiful antique riviere
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Antique 19th Century British Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
Late Deco 13.10 Ct Diamond Riviere Necklace Platinum 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Extraordinary late Deco riviere necklace, 1935 circa
Beautifully hand crafted as unique example of
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Chain Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 11Ct Diamond and Platinum Riviere Necklace Circa 1950/Contemporary
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 11 carat diamond and contemporary platinum riviere necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Roman Malakov 30.81 Carat Total Round Sapphire & Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Luxurious and elegantly made riviere tennis necklace showcasing brilliant round blue sapphires and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 17 in
Roman Malakov 10.04 Carat Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic and brilliant design showcasing round brilliant diamonds that graduate larger as it gets to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Riviere Brilliant Cut Diamonds Choker Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bilbao, ES
Beautiful Riviere of 24 diamonds set choker necklace with pavé of diamonds in closure
24 high
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
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W 18.51 in D 0.4 in L 0.4 in
Antique Amethyst and Gold Riviére Necklace and Earrings Suite, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique amethyst and gold riviére necklace and earrings suite, with large, oval faceted
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Link Necklaces
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Amethyst, Gold
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W 0.7 in L 15.75 in
Roman Malakov 8.62 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Diamonds weigh 5.72 carats, largest diamond at the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 17 in
Roman Malakov 6.25 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Brilliant round diamond weigh 5.16 carats, largest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 16 in
Roman Malakov 18 Carats Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Diamonds weigh 18.00 carats total, largest diamond at
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 19.61 Carat Total Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
elegantly get larger to the center of the necklace. Largest diamond at the center weigh 2.02 carats and GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Diamond Riviere Antique Diamonds Cushion Cuts 27 carats
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful Victorian original Diamond Riviere, mounted gold and silver.
The 59 Diamonds antique
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20th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Harry Winston 3-Row Bezel Set Diamond Gold Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This understated yet grand Harry Winston Diamond 3-Row Riviere Necklace, made in the late XX
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Late 20th Century American More Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1870s Gold 48ctw Garnet Fringe Necklace in Original Fitted Box
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
graduating ‘riviere’ necklace, the garnets increasing in size to the large, central stone. Oval shaped garnet
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Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces
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Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 15.36 in
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
Tiffany & Co Victoria Ruby Diamond Line Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
diamonds to create a contemporary take on the traditional riviere necklace.
There is an estimated total
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2010s British Modern Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Important Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in London, GB
An Important diamond riviere necklace, the eighty-nine round brilliant-cut diamonds graduating from
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1990s Unknown Modern Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Emerald, Diamond and Crystal Pendant
Located in London, GB
craftsmanship. The pendant would look stunning on a Victorian chain, riviere necklace, or even on a velvet
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Ancient Gilded Metal Necklace in Glass Paste Rings
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ancient gilded metal necklace composed of glass paste rings and rhinestones. Manufactured by Gripoix workshop. No signature.
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Archaeological Revival Gold Tiara
Located in London, GB
An Archaeological revival gold myrtle leaf tiara possibly by Castellani, the twenty-two realistically carved leaves embellished with thirty buds forming a wreath, with yellow gold fr...
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Victorian Bohemian Garnet Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Victorian bohemian garnet necklace. This piece is set in low carat gold with pretty garnet flowers and smaller drop flowers. Circa 1870-80,
Measures: 42cm long and the central drop...
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces
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Garnet, Gold, Silver
Art Deco Diamond and Moonstone 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Stunning Art Deco rose cut diamond and Moonstone ring. This ring is modelled in 18 carat gold and the stones set in platinum. The rose cut diamonds total approx 50pts.
Ring Size: L...
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Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Almandine Garnet Flat Cut 12 KT Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Red Garnet Love
Antique Georgian period, 1800 ca, beautiful necklace made during the time of solid 12 Kt gold
Comprising a riviere necklace with a centrepiece in the shape of a flowe...
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Antique Late 18th Century European Georgian Link Necklaces
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Garnet, Gold
8mm Akoya Japanies Pearl Triple Strand choker Necklace, Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the 8mm Akoya Japan Pearl Triple Strand choker Necklace, complete with a Sterling Silver clasp. This exquisite Pearl necklace boasts three rows of stunning Japanese Akoya...
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2010s Beaded Necklaces
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Pearl, Sterling Silver
Victorian 1870 Festoon Drop Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold with 96.65 Cts Turquoises
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian 19th century Festoon drop Necklace with Turquoises.
A magnificent and exceptional piece of jewelry, most probably British created during the mid Victorian era (1840-1901),...
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2.04 in L 15 in
Victorian Pink Topaz and Diamond Cluster Ring, English, Circa 1840
Located in London, GB
Victorian pink topaz and diamond cluster ring. Centrally set with a cushion shape old cut natural unenhanced pink topaz in an open back cut down setting with an approximate weight of...
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Antique 1840s British Victorian Cluster Rings
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Diamond, Topaz, Yellow Gold, Silver
Belle Époque Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond tiara, to the centre three diamond-set clusters with diamond-set foliate decorations and one large diamond-set cluster on each side, all within a waved frame o...
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Diamond, Platinum
Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a magnificent Victorian clear locket pendant crafted in 15K yellow gold. The piece features 43 seed pearls. It has a transparent space for pictures or gems to put inside (sho...
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Silver Gilt Riviere
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The amethyst stone are a pale purple colour which sit beautifully with the silver gilt simple settings. The stones slightly graduate in size from the centre of the necklace to the fa...
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Amethyst, Silver, Gold
Anna Necklace in Citrine and Argentium Silver
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Like the Sun
Design: You'll radiate brightness and warmth wearing this jewel-forward necklace. Large graduated citrine stones wrap your neckline and secure with a toggle ...
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2010s Indonesian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Citrine, Silver
Late Victorian Large Garnet Heart Locket Bow Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 Gilt Metal Heart Locket with attached Bow Brooch Pendant, measuring 2 1/4 inches in length and 1 1/2 inches wide set with Bohemian Garnets, Round and Pear shapes , the bac...
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Garnet, Gilt Metal
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
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Antique 1880s Link Necklaces
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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Georgian 10 Karat Gold & Garnet Rivière Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Original Georgian era Garnet Rivière Pendant Necklace composed of 10k yellow gold. With oval-shaped flat cut natural red garnets, foil-backed in collet settings. Necklace measures ap...
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Antique 1830s British Georgian Drop Necklaces
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Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Victorian Amethyst Riviere Necklace Bow Drop
Located in Middleton, WI
This antique Victorian amethyst gold necklace was handcrafted in England around 1900. It showcases
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Amethyst, 15k Gold
Large Diamond Gold Graduated Riviere Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
This stunning Riviera necklace features 71 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total carat weight
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2010s American Choker Necklaces
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White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Grand Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Lakewood, NJ
A diamond in platinum Rivière style necklace comprised of articulating links four-prong set with
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Platinum
Victorian Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the necklace has a opening to connect a larger drop diamond in the center which is a great option
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
French Garland Diamond Rivieré Necklace
Located in Lakewood, NJ
A unique diamond in platinum French garland design necklace with large round brilliant diamonds set
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces
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Diamond, Platinum
Antique Georgian Amethyst Gold Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A bright and lively amethyst gold riviere necklace from about 1830. This necklace is made up of
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown George V Link Necklaces
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Amethyst, 14k Gold
Important Old Mine Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Important Riviere Necklace set with 47 Old European cut diamonds weighing 46.10 carats total. Each
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20th Century American Link Necklaces
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Diamond, Platinum
57.19cttw Old European Cut Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of our bespoke Riviera necklace, a true testament to exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace, ca. 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Important Victorian Old-Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace, ca. 1880s
A spectacular antique riviera
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces
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Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Citrine and 18 Carat Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous necklace holds 25 stones all set in rope twist detailed settings modelled in 18ct
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Citrine, Gold
Edwardian Natural Multi-Color Diamond Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite and very unusual Edwardian multi-colored Riviera diamond necklace! Made of platinum
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Chain Necklaces
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Antique Georgian Gold Pink Topaz Foil Back Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Georgian pink topaz foil backed riviere necklaces are becoming more and more rare. The pretty
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Link Necklaces
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Topaz, 15k Gold
Diamond Platinum Riviere Necklace with Baguette Cut Diamond Clasp
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Platinum and bezel set rivière necklace with a central large baguette cut diamond clasp. The
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Roman Malakov, 6.03 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Rivieré Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A versatile necklace for casual, everyday wear or to compliment a formal style. Showcases brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Roman Malakov 6.17 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Rivieré Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A versatile necklace for casual, everyday wear or to compliment a formal style. Showcases brilliant
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16 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Victorian Style Riviere' Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian inspired diamond riviere tennis necklace boasting a serious amount of
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Link Necklaces
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16 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond Victorian Style Riviere' Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A vivacious Victorian inspired diamond riviere tennis necklace boasting a serious amount of
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Link Necklaces
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Roman Malakov 6.17 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
larger as it drops to the center of the necklace. Each diamond is bezel set in 14k yellow gold. Diamonds
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Emilio Jewelry Single Prong Graduating Diamond Riviere Necklace 11.00 Carats
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
to see the diamonds without any metal? Emilio! has created our unique trademark designed necklace as
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Roman Malakov 18.75 Carat Graduating Round Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple yet very brilliant piece showcasing round diamonds that elegantly graduate larger as it
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Antique Amethyst and Gold Riviére Necklace and Cross Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique amethyst and gold riviére necklace with large, oval faceted, graduated amethysts, in
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Handmade Platinum & Diamond Riviere w/ Pear Shaped Diamond Drop
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
3.24 VS2 clarity I color vintage Pear Shaped Diamond drop with large culet.
4.24 carats
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Art Deco Citrine and 18 Carat Gold Rivière Necklace and Earrings
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous necklace holds 16 stones all set in simple settings. The stones start with larger at
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Victorian Citrine Silver Gilt Rivière Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous necklace holds 30 stones all set in simple settings. The stones start with larger at
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Art Deco Citrine 9 Carat Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
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By Valérie Danenberg
Located in New York, NY
A stunning 18K white gold necklace, set with 117 round diamonds for 10 carats. The long version of
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Located in Atlanta, GA
45 carats of large diamonds designed as a graduated v-shape necklace set in the center with band of
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Georgian Garnet Paste Gold Riviere Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Georgian era garnet paste riviere necklace. Large scale flat cut paste stones set in 15k gold
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Edwardian Sterling Silver and Crystal Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
C.1900 Rare and stylish, high-quality sterling silver and rock crystal large graduated riviere
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44 Carats Carré-Cut Diamonds Platinum Riviere Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
large tables and no cut corners), totaling 44 carats, create a seamless river of bright white flash and
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Decadent Jewels Amethyst Prasiolite Tourmaline Riviere Silver Necklace
By Decadent Jewels
Located in Sydney, AU
Statment necklace with large pear shaped Amethyst and Prasiolite hanging from a strand of 10mm
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1950s Riviere Style Alternating Horizontal Baguette and Round Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
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Antique Georgian 18 Carat Gold Flat Cut Garnet Riviere Necklace, circa 1790
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
cut Garnet Riviere Necklace is Circa 1790.
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Weiss 1960s Teardrop Rhinestone Vintage Necklace
By Weiss
Located in Wigan, GB
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Large Riviere Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate large riviere necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 11 vintage or 8 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect large riviere 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. Creating a large riviere necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Roman Malakov, Harry Winston and Spectra Fine Jewelry are consistently popular. A large riviere necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 12 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a large riviere necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Large Riviere Necklace?
Prices for a large riviere necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $775 and can go as high as $216,729, while this accessory, on average, fetches $39,900.
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.
Questions About Large Riviere Necklace
- What is a Riviere necklace?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A Riviere necklace is a diamond necklace that features a continuation of gemstones all the way around the neckline. The size of the gems can either be uniform or be larger in the front, gradually getting smaller toward the back. Shop a collection of Riviere necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The rivière necklace features gemstones of the same type that are either all the same size and shape or, more frequently, they graduate from smaller in back to larger gems in the front center. In the Georgian Period, or from 1714 to 1837, rivière necklaces had become popular and remained so throughout the century, sometimes with the addition of a pendant in the later years. In the 1920s, the channel-cut necklace replaced the rivière necklace in popularity. Find a collection of vintage and modern rivière necklaces on 1stDibs.
- What are large necklaces called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What large necklaces are called depends on the piece. Necklaces that are large because they have multiple strands, oversized pendants or other bold details are generally called statement necklaces. If a necklace is large in terms of length, its name varies. Opera necklaces are 26 to 36 inches long, while rope necklaces are 36 or 37 inches and longer. On 1stDibs, shop a large assortment of necklaces.
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