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14 Karat Yellow Gold Topaz Necklace #15781
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Topaz Necklace JAGi Certified- This elegant necklace five oval cut white
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Judith Ripka Sterling Silver/18 Karat Yellow Gold Smoky Topaz Necklace #14326
By Judith Ripka
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Judith Ripka Sterling Silver/18 Karat Yellow Gold Smoky Topaz Necklace- Thesis stunning
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Mazer Retro Topaz Necklace
By Joseph Mazer
Located in New York, NY
Impressive retro Mazer gilt necklace from the 1940s. A large faceted topaz "stone" and graduated
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1940s American Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Mazer Vintage Topaz Necklace
Mazer Retro Topaz Necklace
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W 16 in
Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold #1
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold #2
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Silver Diamond Topaz Necklace Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Necklace pendant in 14kt white gold composed of two different
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Trifari 1940s Retro Style Faux Topaz Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari 1940s retro style necklace , atomic center station, large square faux topaz stone
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1940s American Vintage Topaz Necklace

Black Onyx and Smokey Topaz Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 9.1 Grams Chain Length: 16
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold Diamonds and 43.50 Carat Blue Topaz Necklace with Aquamarine Beads
Located in New York, NY
This majestic necklace features a showstopping 43.50 carat Oval Blue Topaz set in an elaborate 18
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s Topaz and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine vintage natural blue topaz, 9 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our vintage jewelry and
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1960s Unknown Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
Located in Nantucket, MA
A rare cut of smokey topaz beads in a wedge-like shape offering dimension and stone clarity. Flat
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Late 20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Sterling Silver

Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
Smokey Topaz Beaded Necklace
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H 1 in L 18 in
Topaz Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Indulge in the exquisite allure of our Topaz Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace - a radiant statement
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Late 20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Topaz and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Topaz & Diamond Drop Necklace 18K White Gold Topaz Weight: 147.50 Cts Diamond Weight: .45 Cts
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1980s American Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Topaz and Diamond Drop Necklace
Topaz and Diamond Drop Necklace
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L 15.5 in
Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold pendant necklace, featuring blue topaz and diamond flowers. Diamonds approx. 0.56ctw
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Gold

Diamond Topaz Sapphire Beaded Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beaded necklace with a pendant in 18Kt gold composed of a
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold

Diamond Topaz Sapphire Beaded Gold Necklace
Diamond Topaz Sapphire Beaded Gold Necklace
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H 0.4 in W 1.11 in L 17.92 in
18k Large and heavy necklace by Hans Markl, set with smoky topaz and tourmaline.
Located in Berlin, DE
the goldsmith with oak leaves ‘HM’ and crest with anchor, dated with ‘1944’ 1 Cairngorm (smoky topaz
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1940s German Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Yellow Topaz Sapphires Diamonds Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, sapphires and topazes. diamonds ( 1.39 kt ) , sapphires ( 8.64 kt ) topaz ( 32.40 kt ) . Total Weight
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold

Formal Blue Topaz Heart Necklace 18 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful necklace is sterling silver. Each of the genuine London blue heart cut topaz stones
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Sterling Silver

Topazs, Tourmaline, 18 Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
adorned with yellow topaz, blue topazs and tourmaline and a gold sphere at the end. This necklace was
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
This exquisite pendant necklace features a stunning blue topaz, surrounded by a halo of glistening
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1990s Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Blue Sapphires Topazes White Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing white gold semi-rigid necklace embellished with
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Turquoise, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic pendant necklace in platinum
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

Diamond Blue Topaz Pendant Enhancer Necklace 14K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Blue Topaz Pendant Enhancer Necklace 14K White Gold This large and spectacular estate
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Late 20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

1990s Judith Ripka Topaz Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Atlanta, GA
A popular Judith Ripka "Two" design Pendant Necklace Features Canary Yellow Topaz stone in center
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1990s Unknown Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

14 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Pendant Necklace #13787
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Blue Topaz Diamond Pendant Necklace- This lovely pendant features one pear
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Gold

Emerald Topaz Garnet Pearl Silver Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing natural pearl necklace with a claps in 9kt rose gold
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Turquoise, Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant necklace in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful Topaz Set in Sterling Silver Delicate Pendant Necklace
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Topaz Sterling Silver Pendant on Sterling Silver Chain Necklace
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Sterling Silver

14K Yellow Gold Swiss Blue Topaz & Diamond Necklace 0.33 ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Swiss blue topaz and diamond necklace in 14k yellow gold. Tests 14k and weighs 8.8 grams. The blue
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Topaz Diamond Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
perfect 5 carat, pear cut blue topaz surrounded by a halo of 12 round cut .10 carat diamonds. The total
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Topaz Necklace

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14k Gold

Vintage 14K Topaz Diamond Necklace
Vintage 14K Topaz Diamond Necklace
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H 1 in L 17 in
Turquoise, Onyx, Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic pendant necklace in platinum
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, Turquoise, Platinum

Topazs, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful pendant necklace in 14 kt white gold structure
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearls, Topaz, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Choker Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Retrò necklace mounted with three strand of pearls and
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage 20th Century 62 inch White Topaz Sterling Chain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Faceted white topaz fills this chain with little space between the stones. The length is wonderful
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz

Art Deco Czecholovakian Topaz Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Czecholovakian Graduate Paste Necklace from the 1930's. Flexible square settings
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1930s Czech Art Deco Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Silver Plate, Brass

Stephen Dweck Sterling Silver Necklace Floral Topaz Intagalio 1990s
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
Large Sterling Silver Flower intaglio Pendant hanging from a large Mesh necklace..New Old stock
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1990s American Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Sterling Silver

Topaz Onyx Emeralds Diamond Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fabulous necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver, all
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Vintage Amethyst & Purple Topaz Gemstone Long Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst & Purple Topaz Gemstone Long Necklace 35 Inches 18 Karat Gold. Dazzling amethyst
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1980s Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds, Garnets, Topazes, Cameo, Australian Pearls Beaded Retro Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing beaded retrò necklace composed of 106.34 g of
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic pendant necklace in 14 kt white
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Mystic Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace #12879
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Mystic Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace- This lovely pendant
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20th Century Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

Vintage 14k Gold and Blue Topaz Bezel Set Station Necklace Chain
Located in New York, NY
topaz is divided by a gold bar creating an unexpected collar style station necklace. Bar style links sit
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Diamonds, Turquoise, 18 Karat White Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, flowers of topazs and turquoises. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Topaz Double Heart Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Blue Topaz Hearts Gold Pendant. Suspending 2 Checkerboard facet-cut Blue Topaz
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Unique Amethyst, Topaz, Emerald and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Wailea, HI
bold statement of individuality with our Unique Amethyst, Topaz, Emerald, and Diamond Necklace. Whether
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted Blue Topaz Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cabochon Cut Rubies. This Pendant has a 12.00 Carats Blue Topaz. We're a workshop so every piece is
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Jade, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Handcrafted Ruby Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Pendant has a 8.00 Carats Blue Topaz. We're a workshop so every piece is handmade, customizable and
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

16" Vintage Gold Plated Palm Leaf Necklace With White Topaz Stone
Located in Amagansett, NY
Vintage 16" gold plated palm leaf motif pendant necklace with white topaz stone. This is the
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Gold Plate

Aquamarine Colour Topazs, Turquoise, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic retrò pendant necklace in 9 kt rose
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Blue Topaz Diamond and Mother of Pearl Choker Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Choker necklace in 18K yellow gold with diamonds, mother-of-pearl and blue topaz. There are 156
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold

Judith Ripka 18K Gold Blue Topaz Faceted Tube w/ Diamond Chain Necklace
By Judith Ripka
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at an absolutely beautiful and well made Judith Ripka chain necklace that is
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1980s American Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst, Topaz, Diamond, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Blue Topaz Diamond Fringe Necklace 14 Karat Gold Briolette Cut Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed blue topaz & diamond fringe necklace, crafted in 14 karat white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roger Jean -Pierre Topaz Collar Necklace
By Roger Jean-Pierre
Located in New York, NY
Large collar necklaceby Roger Jean- Pierre from the 1950's. Two tones of citrine pastes are hand set into this amazing flexible collar with central pear shaped drop. RJP produced stu...
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1950s French Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Gilt Metal

Roger Jean -Pierre Topaz Collar Necklace
Roger Jean -Pierre Topaz Collar Necklace
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H 2.5 in W 15 in
8.50 Carat Italian Pear Shaped White Topaz & Black Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
8.50 Carat Italian Pear Shaped White Topaz & Black Diamond 14 karat yellow gold Pendant Necklace
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Black Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20 Carat Blue Topaz Gemstone Diamond Gold Pendant Enhancer Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Custom Pendant Enhancer Necklace featuring a 20 Carat Blue Topaz
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1990s Modernist Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Marcel Boucher Retro Topaz and Emerald Necklace
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher Retro Necklace with a centerpiece of scrolled designs with faux emerald and topaz
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Star Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
silver structure studded with topazs surrounded by diamonds. The pendant will come with a rubber chain or
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Gorgeous Natural 21.45 Carat Loose Topaz from Skardu Pakistan for Jewelry Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Topaz Weight : 21.45 Carats Dimensions : 15.9x14.8x10.9 mm Clarity : SI Origin
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Topaz, Imperial Topaz, 10k Gold

Art Nouveau Kohn & Sons Precious Topaz and Pearl Leaf Motif Pendant Necklace
By Kohn
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful art nouveau necklace by Maiden Lane maker Henry Kohn & Sons. Kohn were known for
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1930s Art Nouveau Vintage Topaz Necklace

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Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold

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Vintage Topaz Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage topaz necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage topaz necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing vintage topaz necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Vicki Orr, Bulgari and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage topaz necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Topaz rings, from our inventory of 30, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also pear cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a vintage topaz necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 14 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Vintage Topaz Necklace?

Prices for a vintage topaz necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $155 and can go as high as $37,300, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,400.

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 Topaz 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.