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Cellini 18 Karat Gold, 149.5 Carat Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond 3-Row Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Make a statement wearing this three-row rainbow sapphire necklace. Composed of 149.5 carats of
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...

Rainbow Sapphire Fringe Necklace 14k White Gold Choker Briolette Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed rainbow sapphire necklace, crafted in 14 karat white gold. Briolette
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

Beaded Pastel Rainbow Sapphire Strand Necklace with 9 Karat Gold Clasp
Located in London, GB
An extremely eye-catching geometric beaded rainbow sapphire necklace set with a 9k yellow gold
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2010s Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...

Rainbow Sapphire & Diamond Link Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
A uniquely luxurious rainbow sapphire link necklace with diamond and gold accents. The solid 14K
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

AIG Certified 50.00 Carat Ceylon Rainbow Sapphires 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
An exquisite vibrant and colorful Ceylon Sapphires necklace. When touched by sunlight, it exudes a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Cross Necklace with Rainbow Colored Sapphires
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold cross necklace with 0.78 carat rainbow colored sapphires. * Can be worn 16 or 18
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Damiani Belle Epoque Rainbow Sapphire 18K White Gold Necklace
By Damiani and Brad Pitt
Located in Honolulu, HI
Pendant Diameter: 1" x 0.77" Sapphire Carat Weight: 1.48 carats Necklace Length: 20" adjustable to 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multicolor Sapphires Rainbow Necklace 19.45 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
Sapphires = 19.45 Carats Cut: Princess Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: 18 Inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bella Rosa Jewelers 14.60 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Rainbow Riviera Necklace
By Bella Rosa Estate Jewelers
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A ribbon of rainbow colors encircles your neck with our multi color sapphire riviera tennis
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2010s Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Padparadscha Sap...

Rainbow Snake Chakra Necklace White Diamond Sapphire Emerald J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rainbow Snake Chakra Silver Pendant with White Diamond Iolite Blue Sapphire Emerald Orange Sapphire
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Iolite, Emerald, White D...

Rainbow Snake Chakra Necklace White Diamond Sapphire Emerald J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rainbow Snake Chakra Silver Pendant with White Diamond Iolite Blue Sapphire Emerald Orange Sapphire
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Iolite, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White D...

Natural Sapphire Rainbow Tennis Necklace 14K Yellow Gold 17.5 Inches
Located in New York, NY
A classic yet vibrant rainbow tennis necklace blazing with the brilliance of 101 emerald cut
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2010s Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate 10.98 Ct Rainbow Moonstone Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
The Lunar Gemstone This charming Rainbow Moonstone, Diamond and Sapphire pendant necklace is
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Late 20th Century European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

14K white gold Rainbow Moonstone and Teal Sapphire Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold rainbow moonstone and teal sapphire pendant featuring a cushion cut moonstone
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, W...

NWT $3, 500 Fancy Glittering Rainbow Sapphire Medallion Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Spectacular and Beautiful Pendant Necklace with Fine Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

14K Rainbow Heart Slider Necklace
By Mordekai
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The full rainbow fantasy in the most unique and colorful slider, pendant necklace to light up your
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Perido...

14K Rainbow Heart Slider Necklace
14K Rainbow Heart Slider Necklace
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H 0.625 in W 0.2 in L 18 in
Colourful Sapphire Diamond Heart Rose Gold Rainbow Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 0.92 Cts/119 Pcs Multi Sapphire 3.27 Cts/33 Pcs Weight 5.11 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Rainbow Multi Sapphire 18k Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 0.52 Cts/69 Pcs Multi Sapphire 1.13 Cts/15 Pcs Weight 3.97 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

14 Karat White Gold Rainbow Sapphires by the Yard Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches long Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Magnificent 18Kt Gold 35Cts Rainbow Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
GOLD NECKLACE!!! Necklace consists of the Most Exquisite Shades of Rainbow Sapphires and Gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Heart Gem Tennis Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The full rainbow fantasy in the most unique and colorful necklace to light up your neck. This
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2010s North American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Garnet...

Rainbow Heart Gem Tennis Necklace
Rainbow Heart Gem Tennis Necklace
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H 0.625 in W 0.197 in L 16 in
Magnificent 18Kt Gold 35Cts Rainbow Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
SAPPHIRE, EMERALD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE!!! Necklace consists of Oval Cut Pink, Blue and Orange Shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT 60, 000 18KT Magnificent Multi Rainbow 45CT Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glittering Fancy Colored Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gol...

NWT 217, 498 18kt Magnificent Multi Rainbow 60 Carat Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glittering Fancy Colored Oval Sapphire Diamond Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Shimmering Gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Diamond, Gol...

Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
A stylish rainbow sapphire and diamond pendant necklace set in 18k white gold. The pendant is
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Colourful Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Precious Rainbow Butterfly Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 1.78 Cts/75 Pcs Multi Sapphire 1.32 Cts/24 Pcs Weight 8,47 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Colourful Sapphire 18k Diamonds Rose Gold 18K Rainbow Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 0.26 Cts/20 Pcs Multi Sapphire 1.63 Cts/30 Pcs Weigh 7,57 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Colourful Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Precious Rainbow Butterfly Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 1.78 Cts/75 Pcs Multi Sapphire 1.32 Cts/24 Pcs Weight 8,47 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Colourful Sapphire Diamond Precious Rainbow Rose Gold Circle Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 1.05 Cts/108 Pcs Multi Sapphire 3.40 Cts/32 Pcs Weight 5,32
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2010s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Colourful Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Precious Rainbow Butterfly Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 1.78 Cts/75 Pcs Multi Sapphire 1.32 Cts/24 Pcs Weight 8,47 grams
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Colourful Sapphire 18k Diamond Rose Gold Rainbow Peacock Necklace for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace Rose Gold 18 K Diamonds 1.01 Cts/116 Pcs Multi Sapphire 5.88 Cts/56 Pcs Weight 12.45
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2010s More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold

14K Rainbow Heart Gems Tennis Necklace
By Mordekai
Located in Miami Beach, FL
RAINBOW HEART GEMS TENNIS NECKLACE The full rainbow fantasy in the most unique and colorful
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2010s American More Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Perido...

14K Rainbow Heart Gems Tennis Necklace
14K Rainbow Heart Gems Tennis Necklace
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H 0.625 in W 0.2 in L 16 in
14 Karat White Gold Briolette Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches in length Weight: 18.29 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

12.70 Carat Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphires & Diamond Chain Necklace in 18k Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Rose Gold studded with mix cut sapphire pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Multi Sapphire Rainbow Princess Chain Necklace Made In 18k yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:4.260g, Sapphire:1.52ct, Size: 394 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 11.5 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Blue Sapphire 22K Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A magical 12x18mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochon displaying a wide range of colors is
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold

NWT $9, 600 Important 18KT Large 4CT Rainbow Sapphire Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, Ruby, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Blue Sapphire and Green Tsavorite Heart Pendant Necklace. Necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Sapphire & Diamonds Pendant Chain Necklace Made In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.218g,D:0.10ct, Sapp:0.86ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT $5, 500 Important 18KT Large Fancy Rainbow Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, Purple, Orange, Red, Green Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Tag Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 3 1/2
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

5.57 Carat Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphires Chain Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Multi-Colors Rainbow Sapphire Chain Necklace in 18K Rose Gold studded with mix cut sapphire pieces
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

NIXIN Jewelry Rainbow in Wait Australian Opal Necklace with Sapphires and Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Juxtaposed with a gradation of rainbow sapphires this opal sapphire necklace is equipped with its own pot of
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Yellow Gold 18K Necklace Multi Sapphire Diamond for Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
NECKLACE 18K Yellow Gold Diamond 0.71 Cts/50 Pcs Multi Sapphire 3.94 Cts/50 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Rainbow Necklace in Gold with Gemstones
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
properties Product featured in Moevir Magazine, August 2021 issue Natural Gemstones class A: pink sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

RAINBOW Diamond 105 Carat Sapphire Gemstone Necklace in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This vibrand hand made rainbow gemstone necklace includes polished bright 6mm multi-colored
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

200 Carat Rainbow Sapphire And Arizona Turquoise Beaded Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This handmade necklace enriched with the following gemstones such as; • Sapphires • Swiss topaz
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2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Turquoise, Gold

Rainbow Sapphires and Diamonds Gold Leaf Pendant Made in Italy
By Gilberto Cassola
Located in Valenza, AL
18Kt White Gold Leaf Pendant with Oval Shaped Natural Rainbow Sapphires, Round and Baguette
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Afarin Collection Multi Color Rainbow Sapphire Heart Shaped 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Afarin Collection Multi-Color Rainbow Sapphire Heart Shaped 18K Yellow Gold Pendant 60 Round
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

Contemporary Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Circle Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
An elegant rainbow sapphire and diamond circle pendant set in 18k white gold. The pendant depicts
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sa...

Rainbow Colour Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rainbow Colour Sapphire 3.57 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Colour Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rainbow Colour Sapphire 1.86 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Colour Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rainbow Colour Sapphire 1.39 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Rainbow Gemstone Heart Necklace with Rusted Iron, Sterling Silver, and 18k
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
entitled "Over the Rainbow". Set with F color VS clarity diamonds, a light pink sapphire, pink sapphire
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Black...

Evil Eye Rainbow Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 14 karat gold pendant is hand set with Sapphire, Tsavorite, Ruby and 1.78 carats of shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Rainbow Colour Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rainbow Colour Sapphire 2.11 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chakra Rainbow Key White Diamond Emerald Ruby Chunky Chain Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace Rainbow Colors White Diamond Emerald Ruby Key Chakra Stones Gold
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, ...

Key Rainbow Necklace Chunky Chain White Diamond Emerald Ruby J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rainbow Key Chunky Chain Chain Necklace Chakra Silver Key White Diamond Emerald Ruby J DAUPHIN
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond,...

The Rainbow Heart Warrior Amulet 18ct Fairmined Gold, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamonds.
Located in London, GB
diamonds, a ruby and a blue sapphire. The Rainbow Heart is a happy playful charm, created in order for us
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Pendant and Blue Aventurine Glass and Rainbow Sapphires
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
Carpe Diem Rainbow Sky Pendant is non-time-telling timepiece, essentially Blue Aventurine Glass
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aventurine, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Sapphire Opal Topaz Diamond Wing Moon Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Rosary necklace consists of: - brown smoky quartz 8 mm - pave diamonds - mix cut diamonds - agate
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Ombre Rainbow Color Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rainbow Colour Sapphire 9.52 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Rainbow Sapphire Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rainbow sapphire necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect rainbow sapphire 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a rainbow sapphire necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Cellini are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a rainbow sapphire necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Rainbow Sapphire Necklace?

Prices for a rainbow sapphire necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $695 and can go as high as $72,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,900.

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 Rainbow Sapphire Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not rainbow sapphires in jewelry are real depends on the piece. Sapphires do come in a wide range of colors, and fine jewelry called “rainbow” may include the gems in multiple hues. However, other gems or colored glass may take the place of real sapphires in some pieces. You'll find a range of expertly vetted rainbow sapphire gemstone jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sapphires are most frequently thought of as blue but they come in a range of colors. In fact, sapphires come in all colors of the rainbow. This has prompted many jewelers to create pieces that feature rainbow colors of sapphires, typically in a row to show off the full spectrum of hues available. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic sapphire jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.