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Crystal Sterling Silver Wave Bib Statement Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
people assumed it was real. It is marked 925 on the clasp which represents sterling silver.
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Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Crystal Sterling Silver Wave Bib Statement Necklace
Crystal Sterling Silver Wave Bib Statement Necklace
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H 0.12 in W 1.18 in L 16.5 in
Sterling Silver Necklace Finland 1974 Rock Crystal
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace Finland 1974 Rock Crystal 925 Sterling Silver. Maker Stamp A/K Chain 69cm
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Swarovski Vintage 1980's Crystal & Sterling Silver Necklace
By Swarovski
Located in London, GB
Swarovski Vintage 1980's Crystal & Sterling Silver Necklace Six, crystal layered rings with dangle
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1980s Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Chamilia Bolo Tie Necklace, Sterling Silver Crystal Drops 1211-1023
Located in Greensboro, NC
. The sterling silver piece is titled Tie Drop Necklace - Crystal Swarovski, and features a tie drop
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Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Rare Los Castillo Sterling Silver Rock Crystal Malachite Mexican Modern Necklace
By Los Castillo
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare, sterling silver necklace with malachite stone at pendant center and beads within the chain by
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1960s Mexican Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Malachite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Channel Set Crystal Link Choker Necklace, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
silver - Encrusted with square cut clear crystal rhinestones - Hidden push clasp with STERLING
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1950s Unknown Modern Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 925 Rock Crystal Finland Kaunis Koru Necklace and Bracelet, 1972
By Kaunis Koru
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver 925 Rock Crystal Finland Kaunis Koru Necklace and Bracelet 1972 Sterling Silver 925. Made in
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 1930s Sterling Silver Rock Crystal Agate Earrings and Necklace Set
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Art Deco c.1930s solid Sterling Silver, Rock Crystal and Carnelian Agate earrings and
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Agate, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Gold & Silver Green Crystal Symmetalic Sterling Choker Necklace 15"
Located in Milford, DE
A vintage choker by Symmetalic. 14K gold plating on the front, sterling silver base links accented
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1940s American Edwardian Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Large Vintage Sterling Silver & Crystal Cross Pendant - U.S.A. - Circa 1990's
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage sterling silver cross pendant - large size - set with 35 crystals (round faceted - claw set
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

Betty Cooke Sterling Necklace with Geode Crystal Ball
By Betty Cooke
Located in Darnestown, MD
One of a kind sterling silver necklace by modernist designer, Betty Cooke. The necklace consists of
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Geode, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 925 Necklace Finland Salovaara
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver 925 Necklace Finland Salovaara Unused fine necklace. Goldsmith's old warehouse, but
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1980s Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Deco Sterling pendant Cinnabar Rock crystal Sterling necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
, lovely Rock crystal and sterling silver beads. This necklace is dramatic and regal at the same time and
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB offers 70’s Sterling Silver Modern Gem encrusted pendant crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Unique Vintage 70’s Modern Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Amethyst, Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

LB offers Stunning vintage Sterling Dragonfly pendant Crystal Pyrite necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning, Ethereal, necklace with a vintage sterling silver and
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Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB vintage Deco Sterling Marcasite pendant Stunning Czech Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning necklace with a vintage sterling Silver and Marcasite Brooch
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland 1976
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland, 1976 925H Silver Exquisite necklace with clear
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Sterling Silver

LB offers a Stunning, OOAK , Sterling and Crystal, Vintage Urn Pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
centerpiece is an incredible Vintage, Sterling Silver, Marcasite, and cut crystal Urn Brooch that hang on a
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB offers Sterling Marcasite Judith Jack Brooch Pyrite Rock Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Silver square beads, and round Rock Crystal beads. Sterling spacer beads and a crystal encrusted Sterling
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Sterling Silver

Jessica Kagan Cushman Sapphire Skull Diamond Heart Crystal Bead Silver Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
encrusted Heart on Crystal Bead and Sterling Silver 925 Chain Necklace. Approx. Sapphire weight: 7.5tcw and
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Silver

LB offers Vintage Sterling Deco pendant Venetian beads Lapis Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite, filigree pendant that is
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Daniel Swarovski Necklace Crystal Runway Silver Snake Chain 1990s
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Wallkill, NY
out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume jewelry and
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1990s Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal

Vintage Tourmaline Natural Freeform Druzy Sterling Silver Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
thirteen Natural Tourmaline Druzy Gemstones, inter-spaced with sterling silver spacers held by a square S
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, Silver

Long Sparkling Faux Diamond and 2-Tone Free Form Beads Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful long 2-tone Sterling Silver Hand crafted Necklace with 28 Sparkling Crystal stones
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB Vintage Spiderweb brooch pendant Blue Agate Sterling Crystal SS necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
faceted crystals from the 50’s add bling and sparkle. The clasp is sterling silver with pave crystals and
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Agate, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel

Sterling Necklace, Bracelet, Ring and Earring Rock Crystal Scandinavian Desing
By Alton
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Necklace, Bracelet, Ring and Earring Rock Crystal Scandinavian Desing Made 1968 and 1969
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1960s Swedish Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Rock Crystal

New Glass Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Diamond Filigree Deco Style
Located in Greensboro, NC
Style: Art Deco / Victorian Metal Content: Sterling Silver (stamped) Stone Information: Camphor
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Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Vintage Kerry MacBride Coup de Foudre Rock Crystal Silver Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
patinated hand wrought sterling silver necklace centered by a large 50mm by 50mm stylized patinated hand
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20th Century American Romantic Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Silver

Crystal Citrine Glass Beaded Sterling Carved Jade Medallion Necklace c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Crystal citrine glass beaded sterling silver carved jade medallion artisan necklace c 1980s The
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Sterling Silver

French Art Deco Crystal Rondelle Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Unusual French Art Deco faceted crystal multi rondelle and bead necklace. The necklace strung on
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

 French Art Deco Crystal Rondelle Necklace
 French Art Deco Crystal Rondelle Necklace
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W 0.5 in L 15 in
Rare 1960s Vivianna Torun Georg Jensen Silver Amethyst Crystal Pendant Necklace
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Palm Springs, CA
silver hooks. Pendant suspends from a sterling silver collar, all designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Amethyst, Crystal, Silver

Estate Vine Berry Gilt Sterling Silver Modernist Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish Vintage Gold plated Sterling Silver grape leaf vine Lavaliere Necklace features detailed
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

LB Sterling Silver vintage brooch Hobe earring concha Peacock pearls necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
silver glass beads. A lovely crystal pave sterling clasp makes a gorgeous finishing touch.
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Opal, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sterling Silver

LB vintage Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bow Brooch Venetian glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux Vintage Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Bow brooch , one of a kind, handmade necklace
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Amethyst, Marcasite, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Silver Necklace with Rock Crystal Cross, Made by Wiwen Nilsson in 1939, Sweden
By Wiwen Nilsson
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver necklace shows upon typical Wiwen Nilsson characteristics; the pendant which
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1930s Swedish Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Silver

Artist Sterling ProngSetCrystalPendants For FreshFlowers Jewelers'Werk Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Made by a gallery-exhibited artist, this ingenious signed sterling-silver chain link collar
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1990s American Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Morganite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Silver, Marcasite, Bead, Moonstone and Crystal Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous pendant is made in sterling silver. It features an oval moonstone at its center that
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Late 20th Century Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Marcasite, Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Triple Drop & Tassel Pendant Necklace in Mesh Silver Setting
Located in Milford, DE
pendant hangs off a sterling silver snake chain necklace, fastened with a trombone-style clasp
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20th Century Victorian Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Sterling Silver

LB offers a stunning Sterling Vintage Mexican and Enamel pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers an Impressive, large, Vintage, Sterling Silver Mexican, and Enamel pendant
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Coral, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Castlecliff Renaissance Sterling Silver & Sapphire Paste Necklace 1940s
By Castlecliff
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Sterling Silver Vintage Castlecliff Sapphire Paste Necklace inspired by Renaissance jewellery
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1940s Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

LB offers Vintage Danish Enamel Sterling pendant, glass Opals Quartz necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage 50’s Danish Enamel and Sterling Silver brooch pendant Necklace
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Mid-20th Century Danish Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Opal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Elegant Art Deco Sunray Crystal and Marcasite Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Sunray Crystal and Marcasite Pendant Necklace Embrace timeless elegance with our
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Marcasite, Silver

Natural Free-Form Tourmaline Druzy Silver Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
tourmaline Druzy gems, inter-spaced with sterling silver spacers held by a S/S square clasp. Approx. Druzy
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver

Opal Jade Amethyst Rock Crystal Necklace Estate Barbara Taylor Bradford OBE
Located in New York, NY
/8 inch (17mm) wide. The clasp is hallmarked 925 for Sterling Silver. The necklace weighs 285
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Amethyst, Jade, Opal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

1960's Aaron Rubenstein Modernist Sterling Silver Necklace w/Flat Bar Link Chain
By Aaron Rubinstein
Located in Studio City, CA
center abstract design and center tear drop crystal. Signed Aaron Rubenstein / Sterling. MEASUREMENTS
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Silver Gilt Faux Sapphire and Crystal Pave Collar
Located in New York, NY
Elegant gilt sterling silver faux sapphire marquise and smoke grey crystal pave articulated collar
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Rene Lalique Paris Silver Mounted Large Crystal Monkey Head Pendant
By René Lalique
Located in Chicago, IL
Sterling Silver. Measuring 2 1/8 inches in length X 2 1/2 inches and 3/4 inch deep. A very detailed piece
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1950s French Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Silver

Sterling silver vintage peacock pendant necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux on offer
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Sterling silver and marcasite vintage peacock brooch pendant with sterling silver rings and beads
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Marcasite

Swarovski Crystal Fleur De Lis Pendant Necklace, New Never Worn 1990s
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Wallkill, NY
a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern and sterling silver jewelry from one
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1990s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Ciner Swarovski Necklace Crystal Encrusted Gold tone 1990s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Ciner Encrusted with Swarovski Crystals. This is a New old stock Ciner Necklace. Measuring
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1990s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Gilt Metal

LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches pendant with Turquoise Agates necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning and Unique pendant necklace consisting of two vintage Sterling
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage crystal and sterling brooch with baroque pearls on offer from LB.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage 50’s pink crystal and sterling silver brooch is the centerpiece on a string of baroque
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Sterling Marcasite Leaf Brooch pendant Vintage glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite Leaf Brooch pendant with vintage
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Large Ruby in Zoisite Pendant, Sterling Silver, Length 2 Inches, Oval
Located in McLeansville, NC
silver bezel. The unique gemstone is naturally deep green with contrasting red ruby crystals throughout
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1990s Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Ruby, Sterling Silver

Swarovski Drop Necklace Bezel Crystal & Enamel Pendant New, Never Worn
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in Wallkill, NY
. This is out of a massive collection of Hopi, Zuni, Navajo, Southwestern, sterling silver, costume
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1980s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Enamel

LB offers Vintage Indian Bone pendant necklace Resin Agate Tibetan Silver Beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage Indian Metal and vintage carved Bone floral centerpiece necklace
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Mid-20th Century Indian Artisan Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nolan Miller 3 Strand Crystal Necklace -1980s
By Nolan Miller
Located in Wallkill, NY
Three strand of Ruby colored Glass bead Necklace with a Decorative crystal fold over clasp
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1980s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Ciner Enamel and Swarovski Crystal Choker Necklace New, Never Worn
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Exquisite Ciner Enamel & Swarovski Crystal Choker Necklace, with Swarovski crystals - Never Worn
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1980s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

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Crystal, Gilt Metal, Enamel

Kenneth Jay Lane Brooch & Earrings Set Crystal Seashell KJL
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wallkill, NY
KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Crystal Seashell Brooch Necklace and Earrings is a versatile piece that can
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1970s American Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Crystal

LB offers Victorian Style Czech glass Cameo Sterling Onyx pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Czech glass and Sterling Silver Cameo pendant necklace
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Mid-20th Century Czech Late Victorian Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace

Materials

Onyx, Rock Crystal, Pyrite

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Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage sterling silver crystal necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Sterling Silver and Gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for a vintage sterling silver crystal necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage sterling silver crystal necklace over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Baccarat and Betty Cooke are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a vintage sterling silver crystal necklace featuring Crystal from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage sterling silver crystal necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Sterling Silver Crystal Necklace?

The price for a vintage sterling silver crystal necklace starts at $143 and tops out at $7,603 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $790.

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.