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Modern Rope Necklaces

MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
Body necklace, 925 sterling silver, white coral, Sey Collection white coral
Located in Capri, IT
On a beach in Praslin, I lay down, closed my eyes and began to dream. (DG) A piece of jewelry that expresses sensuality, elegance, attraction. Perfect at aperitifs on the beach, but...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Body necklace, 925 sterling silver, red Mediterranean coral
Located in Capri, IT
On a beach in Praslin, I lay down, closed my eyes and began to dream. (DG) A piece of jewelry that expresses sensuality, elegance, attraction. Perfect at aperitifs on the beach, but...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Limited edition turquoise lace, 925 sterling silver, turquoise, made in italy
Located in Capri, IT
Turquoise Lanyard Limited Edition Small stones of natural turquoise, currently hard to come by, the mineral manages to stimulate the intellect and creativity, and it is like feeling...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Body necklace, 925 sterling silver, pink coral, Sey Collection pink coral
Located in Capri, IT
On a beach in Praslin, I lay down, closed my eyes and began to dream. (DG) A piece of jewelry that expresses sensuality, elegance, attraction. Perfect at aperitifs on the beach, but...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

UnoAErre Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This UnoAErre Yellow Gold Necklace is a luxurious and versatile accessory that exudes timeless elegance. Crafted from high-quality 18kt yellow gold, this necklace features a flexible...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.52 Carat Diamond and Ruby Platinum Long Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the allure of the "Carezza Ruby Long Chain" necklace, a captivating masterpiece that exudes luxury and sophistication. This exquisite necklace features a dazzling 11-carat R...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.83ctw Diamond Concentric Circle Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
1.83ctw Diamond Concentric Circle Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold This exquisite pendant, beautifully crafted in 14k yellow gold, features a dazzling array of round diamonds totalin...
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Late 20th Century Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Short necklace 925 sterling silver, 18 kt. gold plated, Isabel
Located in Capri, IT
Isabel is a collection that captivates, reminiscent of the fashion, creativity and genius of the 70s/80s, sensual in wear with its unparalleled allure 925 sterling silver Length ...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Necklace rope on a gold lock set with amethyst 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold clasp set with an amethyst on a black rope necklace - 42 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 42 cm long and 7.7 mm wide dimensions of the lock are 3.0 cm...
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2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Monete 18 Kt. Yellow Gold Necklace Seven Coins
Located in Rome, IT
Collana realizzata a mano in Italia in oro giallo 18 kt. con monete romane firmata Bulgari. Questo spettacolare pezzo vintage firmato Bulgari appartiene alla collezione Monete. La co...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fraleoni 18 Kt. Rose Gold Pink Sapphires Long Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Necklace handmade in Italy of 18 kt. rose gold with round-cut pink sapphires. This piece belongs to Fraleoni's Diamond collection. Pink sapphires are mounted with round bezels and al...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chain 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold necklace - 40 cm detailed description: the necklace with lock is 40 cm long and 5.0 mm wide weight 27.5 grams hallmark present, tested and guaranteed 14k gold n...
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2010s Dutch Modern Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

Fraleoni 18 Kt. White Gold Diamonds Rubies Australian Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Handcrafted necklace made in Italy of 18 kt. white gold with brilliant-cut diamonds, round-cut rubies and Australian gray pearl. This piece belongs to Fraleoni's Moon collection. The...
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2010s European Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co and Paloma Picasso Dog Bone 18K Gold and Silver Link Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage “X/O” Tiffany & Co and Paloma Picasso Dog Bone 18K Gold and Silver Link Chain Necklace. Made with all original parts and in excellent condition.  ...
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20th Century American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

0.48ct Pave Diamond Heart Pendant & Rope Chain in 18KT White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Metal: 18KT White Gold Number of Diamonds: 25 Diamond Shape: Round Carat Weight: 0.48ctw Setting: Pave Length: 15" Long
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2010s American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arezzo 1960 Italian Modernist Long Sautoir Necklace In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist long sautoir necklace made in Arezzo. Retro modernist long necklace, created in the city of Arezzo Italy, back in the 1960. Crafted ...
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1960s Italian Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Unisex Solid 10K Yellow Gold 0.5 MM Slim and Dainty Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with our Solid 10K Yellow Gold 0.5mm Slim and Dainty Unisex 18" Rope Chain Necklace. This exquisite piece embodies timeless elegance and versatility, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Diamond and Gold Floral Puff Heart Opera Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Superb and opulent puff heart pendant made out of flowers ! Shiny 18 kt gold and white diamond make a chic contrast. Beautiful make . The hoop open thanks t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces

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

Tahitian Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite tahitian pearl necklace. This 14-karat round cut necklace is made from 33 pearls wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Ombre Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite Tahitian Ombre necklace. This 14-karat round cut necklace is made from 31 pearls wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Multicolor Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite multicolor pearl and diamond necklace. This 18-karat round-cut necklace is made from 18 pearls with a solid white gold ball...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Tahitian Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite Tahitian necklace. This 14-karat round-cut necklace is made from 31 pearls with a solid white gold ball clasp. The size of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Tahitian and Blue Sapphire Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite Tahitian and Sapphire necklace. This 18-karat round-cut necklace is made from 60 pearls with a pear shape sapphire clasp. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Golden South Sea and Diamond Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite golden south sea and diamond necklace. This 18-karat round-cut necklace is made from 38 pearls ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Tahitian and South Sea Ombre Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Style and glamour are in the spotlight with this exquisite Tahitian and South Sea Oprah Ombre necklace. This 14-karat round cut necklace is made from 73 pearls and 0.10 karats of SI...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Long Rope Necklace Sterling Silver
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Vintage Italian sterling 925, 103 AR (Arezzo in Italy) rope necklace with fringes on each end a buckle as clasp. Total length 43 inches, 0.25 wide about 100 grams. You have two optio...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Graduated Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Graduated Twisted Rope Link Gold Chain Necklace composed of 18k yellow. With a twisted rope style link that is wider at the front and thinner ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex Solid 10K Yellow Gold Slim and Dainty Rope Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Presenting a feminine classic: a simple and dainty 10K yellow gold rope chain that is 18 inches in length. This thin, 1/2-millimeter wide chain fastens securely with a standard sprin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Collana lunga in oro giallo 18 kt. con sfere in corallo, perle e quarzi lemon
Located in BARI, IT
La collana in oro giallo è lunga cm.95 ed è intervallata da sfere in corallo giapponese color arancio, perle australiane e rondelle in quarzo lemon sfaccetate. La maglia della collan...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Coral, South Sea Pearl, Quartz, Gold

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Pearls by the Yard Sprinkle Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Designed by Elsa Peretti as elegant chain of rope length - 91.5cm (36 inches) crafted in 18K yellow gold with luminous pearls scattered along 12 freshwater cultured pearls range in ...
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrara Y Carrara Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Horse Pendant Rope Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This eye catching authentic necklace is by Carrera y Carrera, it is crafted from 18k yellow gold with a polished finish featuring a horse head with the rope chain flowing through it ...
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Late 20th Century Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Vintage Yves Saint Laurent YSL Red White Black Link Rope Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a colourful nautical design rope necklace created by YSL in 1980’s. The piece features red, white and black enamelled metal link details in the centre. The black twisted silk...
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Late 20th Century French Modern Rope Necklaces

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Enamel

Circa 1935 Milanese 18kt Yellow White Gold Hand Crafted Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, circa 1935, Hancrafted Yellow and White Gold brushed and polished Necklace, in typical Maglia Milanese Style. This unique piece is crafted to look and feel like luxuri...
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Versatile Long 18k Satin Finish Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace W/Tassels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful vintage wheat chain link Lariat necklace is the personification of "La Dolce Vita"! It is absolutely unique among other lariats with it's...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

c1981 Ultra Long 105" Vintage Chanel Flower Necklace Purple Glass Beads
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Chanel flower necklace crafted in yellow gold-tone (circa 1981). We haven't come across a Chanel necklace quite like this one! Measuri...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

Robert Lee Morris Soft Gold Plated Brass Scarf Necklace/Belt, 1993
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic soft and flexible-as-fabric belt and necklace, this piece is one of a kind and is created by linking small four holed "tiles" or "sections" with jump rings in a kind of wo...
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1990s American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond by The Yard Solitaire Adjustable Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
0.90 ct 18K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond By The Yard Solitaire Adjustable Necklace / Pendant EGL-USA.
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond

Roman Malakov 3.77 Carats Total Diamonds and Mother of Pearl Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable long necklace showcasing diamond encrusted and mother of pearl in an evil eye design. Diamonds weigh 3.77 carats total. Made with 18K Whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Long Sautoir Necklace with Red Gripoix Glass, Faux Pearls And Gold LInks
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous long vintage Chanel sautoir necklace has red gripoix glass beads, faux pearls interspersed along the gold metal link chai...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Vintage Givenchy Long Herringbone Chain Necklace with Logo Clasp, 1980s
Located in London, GB
Vintage 1980s Givenchy herringbone chain necklace in gold plate. This long heritage necklace comprises a flat, wide herringbone chain with a stat...
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1980s Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold Plate

New Pierre Deux Country French Provençal Opera Rope Necklace, 36” - 1987
By La Provence De Pierre Deux
Located in Tucson, AZ
This charming and unusual necklace is a taste of the south of France, thanks to its ample use of Provençal Pierre Deux fabric. Using mixed materials...
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1980s French Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

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Silver

18K Yellow Gold Italian Mid-20th Century Coral Wrapped Rope Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Crafted at some point during the middle of the 20th century, undoubtedly in Italy, this very substantial 18K yellow gold fluted link, coral wrapped rope necklace has a hefty weight a...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Lavender Jadeite Necklace with Diamond Rondelles in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Charleston, SC
Overall Description: 6.5-7 mm Lavender Jade Round Beads •Total bead count of 104 Diamond Eternity Rondelle Spacers •5.5 mm •0.16 Carat •18 Karat White Gold O...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Mid Century Floral Watch Pendant Necklace By Caravelle, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 30" twisted rope chain by Monet (signed on hang tag and clasp) - 1.5" diameter mechanical watch pendant by Caravelle (signed on watch face) - Gold plated - Clasp closure - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition, chain is not original to piece PLEASE NOTE: This watch is currently ticking and keeping time, but due to the vintage nature of this item we cannot guarantee the watch will continue to work as sometimes even shipping a watch can cause the movement to stop working. Watch movements can be serviced by a watch repair...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

Hakimoto 17x13 mm South Sea 34" Double Strand 18K Diamond clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold With Diamond Clasp Weight (g): 228 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 17X13mm Pearl Shape: Round Body col...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Runway Silk Cord Necklace With Faceted Resin & Chain Tassel By Christian Lacroix
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '80s - Extremely rare, hard to find style - 70" length - 6" tassel drop - Gold plated hardware - Twisted black silk ...
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1980s Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

Vintage 24" Gilt & Black Cord Twisted Chain Necklace by Trifari, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 24" length - Gold plated - Black nylon cord - Clasp closure - By Trifari (signed near clasp) - Circa 1970s - Estate acquired - Excellent vintage condition
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1970s American Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

Heavy Italian 14k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Bradenton, FL
Heavy Italian 14k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace. The necklace measures 30 inches. It is marked 14k Italy and it weighs 39 Grams!! This beautiful 14K nec...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

24" Gold Chain "Damita" Necklace With Tassel Pendant By Monet, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 24" heavy chain with clasp closure - 4" pendant drop - Gold plated - Fold over clasp closure - By Monet (signed on clasp) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - E...
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1960s American Vintage Modern Rope Necklaces

Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Necklace
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Judith Ripka 18K Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Necklace Total Weight 30.59gm Smoky Quartz 8.4ctw Retail $7,560.00
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2010s American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Quartz, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co, Platinum 'Fireworks', Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Necklace
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This delicate Tahitian pearl, diamond and platinum opera length necklace was made by Tiffany & Company for their Fireworks collection. The long platinum chain which is also marked fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Yoko London Baroque Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
This unique necklace by Yoko London features 31 inches of spectacular 13-17mm baroque Golden South Sea pearls. Each baroque pearl is completely unique and this one of a kind necklace...
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2010s Modern Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl

18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with 0.27 Carat White Diamond Solitaire
Located in Berlin, DE
18 carat yellow gold necklace with 0.27 carat diamond solitaire. Hallmarked. Clarity VVS1 Color D Cut Very good Carat 0.27 Including certificate of authenticity.
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Twisted Chain Necklace Stationed with Six Teardrop-Shaped Lapis Lazuli
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Boucheron yellow gold necklace with lapis lazuli from the Serpent Boheme Collection. Signed Boucheron necklace in 18 karat yellow gold featuring 6 lapis lazuli Drop Motifs bordered...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Rope Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.80 Carat Diamond Emerald 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast from 14-karat white gold, this exquisite necklace is hand set with 3.50 carats Emerald and 3.80 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the lates...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Rope Necklaces

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

Necklace, Collier, 18 Karat White Gold, Set with White and Black Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Collier, 18 Karat white gold, set with white and black diamonds. Luxurious women's white gold necklace, set with 568 small white diamonds, Top Wesselton, SI1 1,115 small black diamonds...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabulous Turquoise White Gold White Diamond Charm Necklace for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
Necklace White Gold 14 K Diamond 28-RND 57-0,13-4/7 Turquoise 3-4,54 ct Length 48 cm Weight 3.16 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Gen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Rope Necklaces

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

Paul Morelli Garden Gate Sapphire on Leather Necklace in White Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
Paul Morelli Garden Gate Sapphire on Leather Necklace in White Gold Sapphire approximately (3.10ctw) and White Diamonds (0.87ctw) 16 inch 16.9...
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2010s Modern Rope Necklaces

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