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Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 18ct gold pearl and diamond necklace. The necklace features a circular face
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Pearl Chain Necklace Drop Pendant
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Long Chain Necklace Drop Pendant J Dauphin 28" Long Symbols or medals can become a
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine antique Victorian seed pearl and enamel, 9 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our antique
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
Victorian Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.8 in W 0.4 in L 18.25 in
Pearl Chain Necklace Drop Pendant J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Long Chain Necklace Drop Pendant Designer: J Dauphin Pearl is in a light grey shade Chain is
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

White Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin 28" Long Symbols or medals can become a
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace Enamel Slide Dog Clip
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Victorian 56 Inch long 14 Karat Gold Chain Necklace of great beauty. The chain
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Silver Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin 28" Long Symbols or medals can become a
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

Silver Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Silver Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin 28" Long Symbols or medals can become a
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

Pearl Chain Necklace Drop Pendant Gold Tone J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Chain Necklace Drop Pendant Gold Filled J Dauphin 28" Long Symbols or medals can become a
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

Antique Victorian Tassel Fob Gold Adjustable Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This exquisite jewelry piece hails from the Victorian era, originally a watch chain transformed
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Antique 1890s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Pearl Garland Necklace 18ct Gold, circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Victorian garland necklace (C.1860), adorned with approx. 60ct of beautiful
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Antique 1860s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Virgin Mary Medal Pearl Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary White Diamond Oval Medal Pearl Chain Necklace J Dauphin 24" Long can be made shorter
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze

Ruby Medal Pearl Necklace Sacred Heart Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Medal Pearl Necklace Sacred Heart Silver Chain Designer: J Dauphin Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A French made, victorian period natural sapphire and pearl necklace
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Pearl Virgin Mary Medal Beaded Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Pearl Virgin Mary Medal Beaded Chain Necklace J Dauphin 24" Long can be made shorter
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Bronze

Tourmaline Opal Medal Chain Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline and Opal Medal Gold Plated GoldFilled Chain with Silver Pearl and Tanzanite beads
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Bronze, 14k Gold, G...

Tourmaline Opal Medal Chain Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline and Opal Medal Gold Plated GoldFilled Chain with Silver Pearl and Tanzanite beads
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver...

Antique Victorian Heart Dropper Necklace Aquamarine Garnet Pearl 15 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A magnificent antique Victorian dropper necklace from the late 19th Century adorned with fifteen
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart Black Pearl Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart Black Pearl Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Tourmaline Opal Medal Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline Opal Medal Coin Sacred Heart Silver Black Pearl Chrysoprase Choker Chain 16" Necklace
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, Silver, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, S...

Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, ...

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Blue Green Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Opal Blue Green Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the Sacred Heart of Jesus) has one of the deepest
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Opal, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Chain Necklace Medal Coin Virgin Mary White Diamond Black Pearl Chunky J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace Medal Coin Virgin Mary White Diamond Black Pearl Chunky J Dauphin White Diamonds
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

White Diamond Black Pearl Chunky Medal Chain Necklace Coin Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mary Figurine Hanging on a Black Pearl and Chunky Chain Gold Filled Necklace Medal, One of a kind 24
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

White Diamond Black Pearl Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Mary Figurine Hanging on a Black Pearl and Chunky Chain Gold Filled Necklace Medal, One of a kind 24
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver, Silv...

Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphins 23" Long Made by Designer J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled

Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Grey Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Tanzanite Necklace J Dauphins 23" Long Made by Designer J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Pearl, Gold-filled

9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
Located in London, GB
9ct Rose Gold Victorian Antique Necklace with central Half Pearl topped with a small coral
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 9k Gold

9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Antique Victorian Necklace
H 10.24 in W 1.19 in D 0.08 in Dm 1.19 in L 1.58 in
White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled

White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled

White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J
Category

2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled

White Pearl Drop Pendant Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large White Pearl Drop Pendant on a Pearl Chrysoprase Necklace that is 18" Long Made by Designer J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Gold-filled

Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Long Chain Necklace Drop Pendant Designer: J Dauphin Pearl is in a light grey shade Chain is
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold-filled

French Gem-set, Colored Diamond and Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This late 19th century French necklace is composed of 18K gold, off round and semi-baroque pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Medal Chain Necklace White Diamond Virgin Mary Chunky Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace White Diamond Virgin Mary Chunky Chain J Dauphin Two White Diamond Set in
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

Medal Chain Necklace White Diamond Virgin Mary Chunky Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace White Diamond Virgin Mary Chunky Chain J Dauphin Two White Diamond Set in
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 18k yellow gold vivid cobalt blue enamel center pendant with natural pearl halo and crown
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Style Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl. This finely crafted
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Vintage 1940s Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15ct Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Victorian 15ct Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst Charm Necklace Victorian longguard in a mix of
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Antique 19th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
Category

2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
Category

2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Virgin Mary White Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Virgin Mary White Diamond J Dauphin Two White Diamond Set in
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Pearl, Vermeil, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Ster...

Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Virgin Mary White Diamond J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Pendant Virgin Mary White Diamond J Dauphin Two White Diamond Set in
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
Category

2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Tourmaline, Opal, Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Opal, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Gold-filled, Bronze, Gold Plate

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
Category

2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

White Diamond Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figurine Hanging on a Chunky Chain Gold Filled Necklace, One of a kind, 24" Long J Dauphin. Pendants can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

White Diamond Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figurine Hanging on a Chunky Chain Gold Filled Necklace, One of a kind, 28" Long J Dauphin. Pendants can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

White Diamond Chunky Chain Necklace Medal Coin Pendant Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Figurine Hanging on a Chunky Chain Gold Filled Necklace, One of a kind, 24" Long J Dauphin. Pendants can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silv...

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Turquoise, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver,...

Pink Blue Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Black Pearl J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver,...

Antique 9 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Necklace with Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful early 9ct gold cable chain with 11 Scarab Beetles with seed pearls atop them. The chain
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Vintage 1920s British Chain Necklaces

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold, 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

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
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Pearls And Chain Necklace Victorian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearls and chain necklace victorian for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You’re likely to find the perfect pearls and chain necklace victorian 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 20th Century. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pearls and chain necklace victorian, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Pearls And Chain Necklace Victorian?

On average, a pearls and chain necklace victorian at 1stDibs sells for $4,250, while they’re typically $250 on the low end and $27,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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.