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Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Sunflower Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptionally crafted necklace from the Victorian era. The frame of this multi
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Era Green Tourmaline Pearl and Diamond Gold Silver Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique, from Victorian era, 14k gold and silver top pendant, set with a center green tourmaline
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, Silver

Victorian 5.50ct Amethyst Peridot and Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This Victorian necklace exudes elegance with a series of rub over set amethysts, including a
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian 192.53 Gms. Pearl and 5.4Cts. Diamond Beaded Necklace 36"
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with our Victorian Pearl and Diamond Beaded Necklace, a luxurious
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2010s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
the shape of a love heart and boasts a sizeable pear shaped natural silver pearl at the centre. This
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond & Pearl Enamelled Heart Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Victorian necklace features a beautiful green enamelled heart with a single 0.08
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Pearl Gemstone Silver Gold Butterfly Pin Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Crafted of silver and 18k yellow gold, set with a symmetrical pattern of diamonds, sapphires and
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Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Gold Victorian Lavaliere Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Superb Victorian era lavaliere circa 1870s crafted beautifully in 14k yellow gold. The diamond is
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Antique 1870s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Necklace set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Early Victorian Choker Necklaces

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

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace 0.90ct Ruby
Located in Kendal, GB
– 0.90ct total), Diamonds (approx. 1ct total), Pearl (3.5 x 3.5mm) AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1890 – 1900
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Amethyst Heart Pendant Necklace, Circa 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
A fabulous Antique late Victorian lavaliere necklace adorned with a beautiful Art Nouveau style
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Drop Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the 1880s, this beautiful necklace is made from 15 carat rose gold and silver. The
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Gold and silver lock set with diamonds on a pearl bead necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver clasp set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct on a two-row pearl necklace - 38
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Natural Saltwater Button Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique silver-topped gold necklace is composed of thirty button pearls ranging in size, and
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

16 Ct T.W. Sapphire and Diamond Victorian Tassel Necklace with Pearls in 18k/925
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our 16Ct.T.W. Sapphire and Diamond Victorian Tassel Necklace with Pearls in 18k/925 - a
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique French Diamond Pearl Silver on 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
lustrous pearls and embellished with bright white and lively old cut round diamonds this necklace is a
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Antique 1870s French Victorian More Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Burma Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Pendant, 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An important Victorian pendant with a ruby, diamond and a pearl, 1880s. The big centre stone is a
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Rare 4.90 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
crafting of the era, 18 Kt with portions of silver topping over gold to the inner Diamond frame Spectacular
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian
Located in New York, NY
with Rose Cut Diamonds, Pearls and Rubies in a gorgeous open work design in Silver atop 14 Karat Yellow
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique natural pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1880. A gold and silver necklace with one central
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian natural pearl and 0.94 carat diamond, 9 karat
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.67 in W 1.73 in L 16.5 in
necklace of Pearl with a lock with ruby and diamonds 10k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
10k yellow gold with silver lock set with ruby ​​and rose diamonds on a pearl necklace - 60 cm long
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart White Diamond Sterling Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Necklace Medal Heart White Diamond Sterling Silver 16" J Dauphin Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Blister Pearl and 0.42Ct Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, antique Victorian blister pearl and 0.42 carat diamond, 9 karat
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Silver Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ultramarine blue with gold pyrite flecking and decorated with vine motif appliqué Silver-topped and bead set
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

White Diamond Black Pearl Necklace Heart Medal Pendant Sterling Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Black Pearl Heart Medal Pendant Sterling Silver Coin Necklace J Dauphin 16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver

White Diamond Black Pearl Necklace Heart Medal Pendant Sterling Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Black Pearl Heart Medal Pendant Sterling Silver Coin Necklace J Dauphin 16
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.55 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 12 karat yellow gold and silver
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel

Victorian 19.30 Ct. Madeira Citrine Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Citrine of approx 19.30 (21.33 x 14.70 mm.) – 19 rose cut diamonds to fit the design – 35 natural pearls
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Portrait Enamel, Rose Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace, Austrian.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique multi color portrait enamel, rose diamond, natural pearl, yellow gold and silver necklace
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Antique 1860s Austrian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant Silver on Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This cute Victorian pendant is held in silver on gold 750 which is a typical combination for that
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
: Diamonds (Largest approx. 0.10ct – 1.5ct total), Natural Pearls (Largest 4 x 4mm) AGE: Victorian. (Circa
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 0.32 in
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond and Pearl Lover's Knot Pendant Brooch
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A delightful symbol of everlasting love and and union, this romantic Victorian rose-cut diamond
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Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

GIA Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Double Dangle Gold Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian silver topped 14k gold double dangle diamond and natural pearl drop pendant necklace. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Victorian 2.60 Ct Old Diamond Pearl Forget Me Not Onyx 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Black Onyx including the bail, loaded with Diamonds,mounted in solid 18 KT gold with silver portions for
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamond and Pearl Antique Sterling Silver on Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
surmounted by old mine ct Diamonds and lustrous natural not nucleated Pearls Diamonds are approx 1.80 Ct G/I
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Era 18k Gold Diamond Pearl Green Enamel Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a delicate diamond and pearl pendant, featuring a beautiful floral design. The pendant is
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Natural Pearl 4.60 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An unique Victorian Diamond Pendant brooch, specially made at the time to be an understated large
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch circa 1890 Magnificent, antique heart
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Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Pearl chain with lock set with ruby and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold with silver clasp set with ruby ​​and rose diamonds on a three-strand pearl beaded
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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

Gold Lavalier Crescent Moon Floral Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
14K Gold Crescent Moon encrusted with seed pearls. Has a Diamond Center. Measuring .90 inches. This
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Antique 1880s Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Diamond and Pearl Oak Pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
pearls, in silver on gold, leading to a diamond-set bale. As was common for the period the pendant is
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold, Silver

Pearl Diamond Platinum Belle Époque Necklace, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
18ct and Platinum Set, Pearl & Diamond Belle Epoque Necklace c1910 A fine example of a Belle Epoque
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Vintage 1910s British Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pearl Diamond Platinum Belle Époque Necklace, circa 1910
Pearl Diamond Platinum Belle Époque Necklace, circa 1910
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H 1.46 in W 1.89 in L 16.54 in
White Diamond Opal Black Pearl Choker Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the sterling silver and white diamonds of the medals. The necklace is finished with a gold filled
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, Black Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Antique Amethyst, Pearl, and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Amethyst, Pearl, and Diamond Cross Pendant. This cross pendant has round amethysts, pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Rock Crystal, Diamond, Garnet and Tiger Eye Bug Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely fabulous rock quartz crystal pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This lovely
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Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Garnet, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Pearl Chain Choker Double Layer Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique White Diamond Set in Gold Prong Silver Grey Pearl Turquoise Bead Choker Long Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Pearl Changeable Necklace from Cameo Corner
Located in San Francisco, CA
surrounding gorgeous rose and table cut diamonds with pearl accents highlight the clean blue enamel pops of
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Antique 1860s British Etruscan Revival More Necklaces

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18k Gold, 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
Two Raw White Diamond Set in Gold Prongs on Bronze Medal Coin Pendant and a Sterling Silver Virgin
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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 Chain Necklace Medal Coin Virgin Mary J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Raw White Diamond Set in Gold Prongs on Bronze Medal Coin Pendant and a Sterling Silver Virgin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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

Antique Victorian Diamond Demantoid Garnet Pearl Maltese Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
(frequently called Maltese) cross set with bright white diamonds, gray pearls, and vivid green Russian
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgerous 14k White Gold plated- Silver Vintage Centerpiece has been reworked into a Pearl Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 128.03 Ct T.W Pink Sapphire, Black Spinel & Diamond Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lilac skies shine all day and night around with this fabulous Victorian station necklace crafted
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2010s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 14 Karat Rose, Green Gold Pearl Grape Leaf Diamond Pendant, Victorian
Located in Wallkill, NY
A "Park Avenue Couture" Creation. We converted an Early Victorian Grape Leaf brooch into to a
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold & Silver 925 15.75" Necklace Back & Chain is 14ct Gold and I believe the front is
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
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L 15.75 in
Rose Cut Diamond Antique Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A classic Victorian style silver and gold Diamond necklace. The length of the chain is 19 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Early Victorian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Natural Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant / Brooch, 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique "Isabelino Style" Diamond and Natural Pearl Flower Pendant/Brooch (Spain, Queen Isabel 2nd
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Antique 1860s Spanish Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Silver

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Victorian Silver Pearl And Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact victorian silver pearl and diamond necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and 18k Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian silver pearl and diamond necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a victorian silver pearl and diamond necklace, 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 Victorian Silver Pearl And Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a victorian silver pearl and diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,800 and can go as high as $538,638, while this accessory, on average, fetches $14,005.

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.