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Aquamarine Pink Tourmaline Tanzanite Necklace Multi Gem 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline and Tanzanite Multicolored Bead Necklace in 14
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.87ct Trillion Tanzanite & 2.24ctw Diamond Pendant Necklace In Two-Tone Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
3.87ct Tanzanite & 2.24ctw Diamond Pendant Necklace In Two-Tone Gold Introducing this exquisite
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite and Spinel Bead White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A tanzanite and spinel bead necklace with an 18kt white gold clasp; the total weight of the
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Spinel, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Genuine Tanzanite Smooth Beads Necklace, Toggle Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A strand of Genuine Tanzanite Smooth Beads with a Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp. Length: 20." The
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Late 20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tanzanite Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.1 Grams Chain Length: 16
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Tanzanite Diamond Aquamarine Necklace 14K White Gold Choker
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This stunning and spectacular estate necklace is crafted in solid 14K White Gold. Thirty seven
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Necklace with Detachable Diamond and Tanzanite Lariat
By SONYA K.
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Featured in JCK magazine: "Britt’s Pick: Sonya K.’s Tanzanite Lariat Necklace". Our signature
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Tanzanite and Diamond Pendant Necklace Vintage Estate
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage tanzanite and diamond pendant is 14k white gold. It features a 3.05 carat
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1990s American Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and small tanzanites and,in the final part, a drop aquamarine ( 22 mm x 12 mm). This necklace was
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Snake Necklace with Diamonds and Tanzanite in 18k Black Gold
By Colette Dinnigan
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Style: Snake Necklace Chain Metal: 18k Black Gold Total Weight: 26.7 Grams
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Multicolor Sapphires, Peridots, Tanzanites, Garnets, Diamonds 14kt Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Gorgeous necklace in 14 karat white and rose gold structure
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Sapphire, Peridot, Garnet, Diamond, White Gold, Rose G...

Amazing 18k Gold 2ctw Tanzanite Fine Diamond Halo 9.32ctw Necklace Vintage
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
Amazing 18k Gold 2ctw Tanzanite Fine Diamond Halo 9.32ctw Necklace Vintage Description: This is an
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By ALPENGEM
Located in Montreux, VD
rectangular cushion brilliant cut natural tanzanite. The 20.44 x 19.23 x 12.19 mm, 40.78 Ct tanzanite is of
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20th Century Russian Empire Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

1.42ctw Diamond and Tanzanite Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold, Length 18 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning 1.42ctw diamond and tanzanite pendant necklace is a true gem. Crafted in 14k white
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1990s Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Chimento Flower Necklace Citrine Tanzanite Amethyst Peridot 18 Karat Gold Modern
By Chimento
Located in New York, NY
A stunning vintage Chimento Multi-Gem Necklace set with Citrine, Tanzanite, Amethyst and Peridot
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 16.20 Carats of Pear Cut and Cabochon Cut Tanzanites
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Tubogas Necklace with Oval Tanzanite Just Under 13Ct & Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Centered around a vibrant blue/violet Tanzanite, this sleek necklace is an eye catcher. The
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

43 Carat Cushion-Cut Tanzanite Pendant Necklace with 18 Carat Diamonds, Estate
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary, 43 carat tanzanite is truly an extraordinary gemstone. There are total of 18
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

11 Carat Oval Tanzanite and 12 Carat Diamonds Necklace 18 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary Necklace is consist of 7 Fine oval Tanzanite weighing approximately 11 Carats
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Large Tanzanite Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
18K W/gold large Tanzanite weighing approx. 30.00 cts, RBC diamonds weighing approx. 3.00 ct GH VS
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Effy's 5.5 Carat Oval Natural Tanzanite & 2.2 Ct Diamond Necklace 14 Karat Gold
By Effy
Located in New York, NY
Effy's 5.5 Ct Oval Shape Natural Tanzanite & 2.2 Ct Diamond Necklace 14K Rose Gold Oval shape
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

47 Carat Oval Tanzanite and 8 Carat Diamonds Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary Necklace is consist of 19 Fine oval Tanzanite weighing approximately 47
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

14k White Gold Necklace with a 13.15 Carat Heart Shape Tanzanite
Located in Surfside, FL
Glamorous necklace with a 13.15 carat heart shape tanzanite surrounded by approx. 3.30 carat full
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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White Gold

14k White Gold Necklace with a 13.15 Carat Heart Shape Tanzanite Surrounded
Located in Surfside, FL
Glamorous necklace with a 13.15 carat heart shape tanzanite surrounded by approx. 3.30 carat full
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Pendant GAI Certified- This stunning pendant features
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Late 20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold & Platinum Tanzanite and Diamond Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This 18k yellow gold and platinum pendant with tanzanite and diamond is extraordinary. Being made
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1960s American Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14k Gold Chandelier 2.30ct Genuine Natural Tanzanite Pendant w/Diamonds '#C3757'
Located in Big Bend, WI
14k Gold Chandelier 2.30ct Genuine Natural Tanzanite Pendant w/Diamonds (#C3757) Enticing 14k
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20th Century Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

14k Gold 3.47ct Trillion Genuine Natural Tanzanite Pendant with Diamonds '#J718'
Located in Big Bend, WI
necklace with a 3.47ct trillion shape tanzanite which measures 14x9mm. The necklace also has small diamonds
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20th Century Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Coral, Tanzanite, Moonstones, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Gold Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
gold studded with diamonds, tanzanite and moonstones. In the upper part, a structure studded with
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Go...

14K Gold 8.94ct Trillion Cut Genuine Natural Tanzanite Pendant w/Diamonds #J2840
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K GOLD 8.94CT TRILLION CUT GENUINE NATURAL TANZANITE PENDANT W/ DIAMONDS #2840 Ravishing 14K
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

1.08 Carat Genuine Tanzanite and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Tanzanite Pendant is crafted in 14-karat White gold and features a 1.08 carat 1 Pc
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.78 Carat Oval Cut Tanzanite Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 5X7 Oval-Cut Prong setting Genuine Tanzanite (1 Pcs) 0.78 Carat and
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, White Gold

0.65 Carat Oval Cut Tanzanite Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. The 14k White Gold jewelry boasts Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Tanzanite (1 pcs) 0.65
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Stunning Vintage 15.95Ct Tanzanite 18K Yellow Gold Large Oval Gemstone Pendant
Located in Addison, TX
real showstopping design element on this piece is the 15.95 carat tanzanite. The color of this December
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.06 Carat Tanzanite Cushion-Cut Diamond Accents 10K White Gold Classic Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Cushion-Cut Tanzanite (1 pcs) 1.06 carat and Round-cut White Diamond (33 Pcs
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite 3.5 Carat Pear Cut Diamond 18k Yellow and White Gold Pendant
Located in Pamplona, Navarra
Tanzanite Diamond 18k Yellow and White Gold Pendant Amazing original pendant. Diamond : Brilliant
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau White Diamond Peach Carved Coral Tanzanite Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Pendant has 2.90 Carats of Tanzanite. This Pendant has also Mediterranean
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.69 Carat Oval Tanzanite Round Emerald and Round Diamond 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. The 14k White Gold jewelry boasts Oval Cut Prong Setting Genuine Tanzanite (1 pcs) 1.13
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold 3.10ct Genuine Natural Tanzanite Heart Pendant with Diamonds '#J672'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Radiant 14k white gold necklace with a 3.10ct tanzanite in a shape of a heart with a brilliant blue
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20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Luxury Necklace gemstone's in 14k yellowgold
Located in Berlin, BE
Embark on a dreamlike journey with this exquisite tutti frutti necklace, meticulously crafted in
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1970s French Aesthetic Movement Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Ruby, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxury Necklace gemstone's in 14k yellowgold
Luxury Necklace gemstone's in 14k yellowgold
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Rondelle Line, Necklace in white gold diamonds and Black agathe
By Torrini
Located in Firenze, IT
Rondelle Line is a traditional Line, first created in 1983 and after 40 years still a Must. The small rondelle circles are put togheter one piece at the time. The flexibility is tota...
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1980s Italian Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Rock...

13.00 Carat Druzy Quartz Faceted Bead Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
tanzanite beads with a toggle catch. 17 inches long. 1 square slab periwinkle blue quartz, approx
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Late 20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Limited Edition Artisan Modernist Pendant In Silver with 22k Gold Vermiel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
an array of artistically positioned wire motif strands. The three stones are garnet, tanzanite and
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Garnet, Tourmaline, Tanzanite, 22k Gold, Silver

Art Deco Style White Diamond Tanzanite Emerald Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Tanzanites. These Earrings have also 0.50 Carats of Modern Round Cut Emeralds. These Earrings have also
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

34.53 Carat White Diamond Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Yellow Gold Triton Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Emerald. This Necklace has 29.50 Carats of Tanzanite. This Necklace has Enamel, Mother of Pearl
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, Yel...

Tanzanite and Emerald 20-Stone Necklace
Located in London, GB
A stunning 225 carats of tumbled Tanzanite pebbles and 200 carats of tumbled Emerald pebbles, all
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1980s British Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Emerald, Tanzanite, Platinum

Tanzanite Diamond Gold Bead Necklace Starburst Clasp
Located in Vienna, AT
Beautiful Tanzanite 6 strand necklace, beveled beads from diameter 3 to 8 mm, total approx 550ct
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold

52 Carat Tanzanite Cabochon Cuts and Round Diamond Necklace
By Rina Limor
Located in Chicago, IL
This lovely 18kt. White gold necklace features 2 Tanzanite Cabochon cuts weighing approximately
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Tanzanite, Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring (1) triangular-cut beautifully saturated purple tanzanite, 3.45 cts., surmounted by (1
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

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Diamond, Tanzanite, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

12.56 Carat Tanzanite and DIA Pendant, 18 Karat W, 1990s
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Blueish Purple Cushion ideally cut Tanzanite with flashes of violet. Tanzanite: Carat weight: 12.56
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1990s American Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT Robert Goossens Multi Jewelled Runway Necklace
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
YVES SAINT LAURENT Robert Goossens Multi Jewelled Runway Necklace Measurements: Height: 8.5 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Gold Plate

YVES SAINT LAURENT Collier, collection haute couture -60 % de sa valeur
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in BÈGLES, FR
pierres de verre à facettes sont dans les tons de Tanzanite, Crystal, Black Diamond, Teal, Light Sapphire
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1980s Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

0.90 Carat Chrome Tourmaline and DIA Pendant, 18 Karat White, 1990s, Ben Dannie
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Clean Treatment: Natural Tanzanite with heat treatment. Diamonds: Number of diamonds: Carat weight
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1990s American Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.14 Carat Tanzanite and DIA Pendant, 18 Karat W, 1990s, Ben Dannie
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Stunning 3.77 Carat + Vivid Blueish Purple Cushion ideally cut Tanzanite with flashes of violet. Set in a
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1990s American Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jewels by Star 17ct. Shield Cut Tanzanite Necklace
By JB Star
Located in Derby, NY
This estate piece is absolutely fabulous. This Jewels By Star tanzanite necklace has 4.71 cttw in
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold, Tanzanite, and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat White Gold Pendant Featuring A 0.85 Carat Round Tanzanite Surrounded By 20 Princess Cut
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Late 20th Century Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating necklace with tanzanite and diamonds is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, weighing
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Coral Tanzanite Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fabulous 14 kt rose gold necklace, all encrusted with 8.70 g coral, alternating with 48.71 ct
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat White Gold Triangle Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold tanzanite and diamond triangle pendant necklace. This necklace features a
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1990s Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tanzanite Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14KT 10KT White Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat and 10 karat white gold tanzanite and diamond pendant necklace. This December birthstone
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1990s Vintage Tanzanite Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Vintage Tanzanite Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage tanzanite 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, white gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 10 antique edition and 19 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a vintage tanzanite 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 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage tanzanite necklace over the years, but those made by ANGARA INC., Romy Ivsic and Chimento are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage tanzanite necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring tanzanite, from our inventory of 11, is particularly popular. A pear cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and oval cut versions for sale. Most of our vintage tanzanite necklace for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage Tanzanite Necklace?

Prices for a vintage tanzanite necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $30,989, while this accessory, on average, fetches $12,780.

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 Vintage Tanzanite Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.