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Necklaces For Sale
18K Yellow Gold Everyday Diamond Celestial Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Everyday Diamond Celestial Necklace in 18K Gold studded with diamond of 0.35 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

5 Row Round Diamond Choker Necklace 28.17 carat total weight in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
5 Row Round Diamond Choker Necklace 28.17 carat total weight in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Choker Necklace features 5 rows of Natural Round Brilliant Diamonds weighing 28.17 carats in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Plus qu'hier et moins que demain - Lovers charm - 18k solid gold - I love you
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this "Plus qu'hier et moins que demain" love token. This love medallion of all love medallions was first created by the famous Lyon jeweller Alphonse Augis. He based this...
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Late 20th Century European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pal Kepenyes Studio Mexican Brutalist Bronze Green Chrysocolla Woman Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade, one of a kind kinetic necklace designed by Pal Kepenyes of Acapulco, Mexico. Large hinged pendant features a woman dangling from a large piece of chrysocolla or Mexican ja...
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1960s Mexican Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Chrysocolla, Bronze

Flower Power Shower 18K Green Gold Openwork Pendant in Mini Bottle Shape
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Artistic creation utilizing cherry blossom flowers in openwork 18K Green gold. The perfume bottle shape is romantic and feminine. The size is small but powerful. The process to make ...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Lapis Beaded Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Meticulously silk-knotted precious gemstones that combine beautifully in this vibrant aqua-blue ombre necklace. Each gem is carefully separated with a knot and moves beautifully arou...
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2010s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

De Beers White Gold Arpeggia Three Line Diamond Necklace 19.4ct G+/VS+
Located in London, GB
A luxurious white gold De Beers diamond necklace from the Arpeggia collection. The necklace comprises 3 rows, set with a total of 469 round brilliant cut diamonds. Each row features ...
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2010s Unknown Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Sterling Silver Inlaid Opal Palm Tree Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a great pendant. Makes you think of the summertime and the beach. This necklace is pre-owned but in beautiful condition. The Sterling Silver Chain is 18" long. At so...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Opal, Silver, Sterling Silver

14k Italian MCM Yellow Gold .25 ct Diamond Necklace with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! The design is just so cool and I haven't seen any others like this. It has 7 brilliant cut diamonds measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.5 mm. The Clarity is SI1 an...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

.925 Sterling Silver Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant Gift for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Ruby Elephant Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby which enhances confidence, leadership qualities and attract career...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

New African IF 5.50 ct Deep Blue Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
The Sapphire stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It just shimmers and sparkles. The "IF" stands for "Internally Flawless". The stone is an oval cut and measures 12 x 10 mm...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Paloma Picasso Mini X Necklace Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model- Paloma Picasso X Necklace Product Type- Pendant Accompanied By- Tiffany & Co. Pouch Materia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Chinese Pierced Yellow Honey Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade 20-26"
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a carved circular bi with a 6 petal flower center medallion, topped with a coin,...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Vintage MMA signed gold modernist geometric designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MMA • gold tone • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER JEWELRY ...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Mikimoto 30 inch Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
A beautiful necklace from Mikimoto, this necklace features thirty inches of superb and lustrous Akoya pearls. 18 karat yellow gold fish hook pearl clasp. It is marked 750 with the Mi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

1.76 Carat Green Emerald Fashion Necklaces In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This necklace features an emerald-cut green emerald with a weight of 1.76 carats, set in 14k yellow gold (YG). Emeralds are known for their stunning green color, and an emerald cut a...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage amber glass cameo gold designer chain tassel pendant locket necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

A Green Tourmaline And Diamond Scroll Pendant
Located in London, GB
A green tourmaline and diamond drop pendant, the openwork scroll and foliate design plaque millegrain-set with small Swiss-cut diamonds and eight calibre-cut green garnets, with a pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces

23.5" Yellow Jadeite Qi-Dragon Pendant Beaded Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite yellow jadeite pendant (62x43x12mm), masterfully carved into the form of a chi-dragon clutching a coin in its mouth, is a symbol ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold

An Art Nouveau Enamel And Pearl Pendant By Falize
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau enamel and pearl pendant by Falize, the five realistiacly caved gold leaves with green and pink plique-à-jour enamel decorations, embellished with seven natural baroqu...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Enamel

A Fabergé Varicoloured Gold And Moonstone Easter Egg Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Fabergé varicoloured gold and moonstone Easter egg pendant, the egg-shaped carved moonstone within a woven rose and green gold cage-work, suspended by gold pendant loop, bearing ha...
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20th Century Russian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold

A Gold Little Minstrel Chain By Lucie Heskett Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade gold Little Minstrel chain by Lucie Heskett-Brem, the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, made in yellow gold with hook clasp, hallmarked 18ct gold London 2021, measuring 50.5cm long ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace
Located in London, GB
A diamond and cultured pearl chocker necklace, the Edwardian diamond centerpiece with openwork scroll design decorations, set with old European cut diamo...
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20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

A Scheherazade Necklace & Bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Scheherazade chain necklace & bracelet suite, by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, consisting of interlocking links made in yellow gold, with hidden clasps, h...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Necklaces

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18k Gold

A Victorian Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian yellow gold collar necklace, with interlocking links in diamond pattern, made in yellow gold with hidden clasp, circa 1870, unmarked, te...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Gold Brazilian Snake Chain
Located in London, GB
A gold Brazilian snake chain with an engraved barrel clasp, measuring approximately 110 cm (43.5 inches) in length, hallmarked 18 carat gold, London 2004, bearing Bentley & Skinner s...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

NAPIER signed gold tone snake designer runway chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNE...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

A Victorian Fancy Open-mesh Chain
Located in London, GB
A Victorian fancy open-mesh yellow gold chain, tested as 14ct gold, circa 1890, measuring approximately 150cm in length and 4mm in width, gross weight 49.3 grams. This antique chain...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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14k Gold

A Late Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian gold necklace, consisted of thirty-six oval shape links, connected with broader double-row pierced links, with hidden clasp, made in 9ct gold, circa 1890, measuring approximately 38.5 x 0.9cm, gross weight 15.1 grams. This antique necklace is in very good condition for its age. This lovely and strikingly modern late Victorian necklace comes from the collection of Bentley and Skinner, the London jewellers by appointment to both Her Majesty the Queen and His Royal Highness the Prince of Wales. This lightweight nine carat gold necklace features elegant links and a hidden clasp, making it the perfect necklace for everyday wear. The bold chain necklace...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel pendant-necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight rose-cut diamonds on light-blue...
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, 18k Gold

An Edwardian Platinum Seed Pearl And Diamond Chain
Located in London, GB
A platinum seed pearl and diamond chain, the chain set throughout with seed pearls, measuring approximately 2-3mm in diameter, alternately set with...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

A Belle Epoque Crystal, Diamond And Pearl, Chocker Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque crystal, diamond and pearl chocker necklace, the rectangular frosted rock crystal panel applied with rose-cut diamond-set gard...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Platinum

Handmade Minstrel Gold Necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Minstrel gold necklace by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, hallmarked 18ct gold, measuring approximately 45 x 0.4cm, gross weight 34.4 grams. Should you cho...
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2010s Russian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important NEO-EGYPTIAN NECKLACE Tutankhamun, Scarab, vintage 60s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Important old NECKLACE, NEO-EGYPTIAN Tutankhamun, Scarab Necklace, 60s vintage, impressive work of French artist, gold-plated metal, enamel, glass cabochons, length 71 cm, width 2 cm, weight 227 g, pendant 6 x 6.5 cm, very good state. The release of the film Cleopatra in 1963, starring Elizabeth Taylor, inspired many jewelry designers to create Egyptian jewelry collections. This magnificent necklace undoubtedly belongs to this era. In the 60s these jewelry designers were inspired by or made replicas of the treasures that were discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun by British Howard Carter in 1922. FR: Important COLLIER ancien, NÉO-EGYPTIEN de Toutânkhamon, Scarab Necklace, vintage des...
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1960s French Artist Vintage Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

2.85 CTW Demantoid Garnet 18 Karat White Gold Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of 1.0 mm cable link chain suspending a round domed pendant Pavé set throughout with round cut demantoid garnets Weighing approximately 2.85 carats total Transparent med...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Heart-Shaped Blue Enamel Pendant-Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket centrally set with a round pearl surrounded by eight ...
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Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Pink Ceylon Sapphires Diamonds 2.82 Carat 18 Inch Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite oval Pink Ceylon Sapphire center of necklace weighing 1.10 carat, two bezel set diamonds weighing 0.18 carats, and four round pink sapphires weighing 1.60 carat, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace, a masterpiece of timeless elegance and sophistication. This meticulously crafted piece showcases the perfect fusion of natural beauty and expert craftsmanship, making it a true treasure for your jewelry collection. Key Features: 1. Gemstones: This necklace features one stunning Pink Ceylon Sapphire as its centerpiece, each weighing 1.10 carats snf 4 matching round sapphires weighing 1.60 carats. The rare and mesmerizing pink hue of these sapphires adds a touch of romance and uniqueness to the piece. The sapphires are delicately surrounded by a halo of dazzling diamonds, adding brilliance and contrast to the design. 2. Diamonds: The necklace boasts a total of 0.18 carats of high-quality diamonds. These diamonds are carefully selected for their exceptional clarity and brilliance, creating a captivating interplay of light and sparkle as they encircle the sapphires. 3. Metal: Crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold, the necklace not only enhances the beauty of the gemstones but also provides a warm and rich backdrop for the overall design. The 18k yellow gold setting adds a touch of opulence to the piece. 4. Design: The necklace features a timeless and versatile design, making it suitable for both special occasions and everyday wear. The sapphires and diamonds are set in an intricate pattern that ensures they stay securely in place while allowing maximum light to dance through the gemstones, creating a captivating play of colors and brilliance. 5. Length: The necklace measures 18 inches in length, making it the perfect length to accentuate your neckline and complement a wide range of necklines and outfits. 6. Clasp: The necklace is equipped with a secure and easy-to-use clasp, ensuring that it stays comfortably in place throughout the day and night. 7. Packaging: Your Pink Ceylon Sapphires and Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20" Fine Chinese Carved Yellow Jadeite Shouxing Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade
Located in Richmond, CA
Beaded Necklace Overall Length: 20" This finely carved yellow jadeite pendant (on matching jadeite beads) features a finely carved Shouxing pendant on matching beaded necklace. Shouxing, in Chinese mythology, one of three stellar gods known collectively as Fulushou. He was also called Nanji Laoren (“Old Man of the South Pole”). Though greatly revered as the god of longevity (shou), Shouxing has no temples. Instead, birthday parties for elders provide a fitting time for visitors to bow before his statue, which is draped in embroidered silk robes...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade

Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace by Marret Frères
Located in London, GB
A Belle Époque diamond and natural pearl négligée necklace by Marret Frères, consisting of a diamond-set bow and wreath, suspending two asymmetrical diam...
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Early 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Natural Ethiopian Opal Bead Single Strand Necklace on Clearance Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
A great gift item Natural Opal single strand Bead Necklace with Silver Clasp 16" long 1 layers of Natural opal Beads These are natural smooth b...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Dear Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Black Wood Topaz Heart Pendant 18 Kt Gold
Located in Milano, IT
Hand carved pendant shaped as an heart made in ebony black wood. On the claps: -Diamond -Emerald -Amethyst -Ruby The stones have been mounted in the order to recreate with the i...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian pearl, diamond and gold necklace, consists of seven graduated from the centre flower heads, each with an old cut diamond surrounded by six pearl-set petals, the flowerheads between eight pearl set bars with lily-of-the-valley motifs, connected with seven pearl-set festoons, and suspended by a pearl-set chain, the diamonds estimated to weigh 0.9 carats, all mounted in yellow gold with box clasp, circa 1900, unmarked, tested as 14ct gold, measuring 37 x 2.8cm, gross weight 29.7 grams, accompanied by fitted case. A graceful late Victorian diamond and pearl necklace...
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Early 1900s Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Belle Epoque Chalcedony and Diamond Pendant / Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque chalcedony and diamond pendant, in neoclassical style the two round cabochon-cut chalcedonies within a border of rose-cut diamonds, with rose-cut diamond-set bow surmo...
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Antique Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Platinum

.925 Sterling Silver Diamond Accent Angel Wing Double Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Present this sweet and stylish designed diamond angel wings to her. This sterling silver pendant features a glistening heart flies on brightly polished widespread angel's wings embel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

10K Rose Gold 1/10 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Solitare Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant and unique, this 10k rose gold pendant is a perfect complement for any occasion. The pendant showcases a stunning round cut champagne diamond that contrasts against a black r...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 1837 Sterling Silver Padlock or Lock Charm / Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine padlock charm or pendant. In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. The curved post pulls oven and swivels to attach to a chain or bracelet. Marked T & CO for Tiffany and Com...
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20th Century Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

AJD Fascinating Natural Real Azurite 19" Long Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These beautiful highly polished Azurites are enhanced with little natural Onyx gemstone spacers. They are all different sizes however the center stone is approximately 31mm x 18mm a...
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2010s Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Figaro Chain 2mm Wide 25 Inch Long 6.7 Grams Stamped
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
25-inch 18kt yellow gold Figaro chain that is 2mm wide, made in Italy, stamped Italy 750, 6.7 grams with a spring-ring clasp. This chain is in very good condition. Please let us kno...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Turquoise Chip Necklace Turquoise Beads Turquoise Gemstone Natural
Located in New York, NY
32 inch Turquoise Chip Necklace 6-8mm -Turquoise Beads Turquoise Gemstone Natural Very uniform beads , bright color and luster Natural Stone...
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2010s Necklaces

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Turquoise

Apatite Pendant Necklace, White Gold, 1.80 Carats Pear Shaped Turquoise Color
Located in Austin, TX
This teal colored apatite pendant and necklace is a spectacular gemstones with a truly unique color. Many people have not heard of the apatite gem but...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Apatite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marco Bicego 18kt. Yellow Gold Ladies Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Marco Bicego 18kt yellow gold ladies' Necklace. Made in 1990s, Italy Fully hallmarked Marco Bicego 18kt gold. Dimensions - Necklace Length x Width: 41.5 x 0.7 cm Weight: 21 grams D...
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1990s Italian Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cultured Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A cultured pearl and diamond pendant, the pear-shaped cultured pearl, measuring 0.8 x 0.6 mm, suspended by a diamond-set pear-shaped pendant loop, with three diamond-set circles, th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Late Victorian Diamond Brooch/Pendant in a Fitted Box
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian diamond-set brooch/pendant, set with graduated old European and rose-cut diamonds to an openwork foliate and scroll design, suspending a diamond-set drop, with detac...
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1890s Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond

A Pink Sapphire, Diamond and Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
A pink sapphire, diamond and cultured pearl necklace, the detachable Victorian centrepiece, horizontally-set with an oval faceted pink sapphire weighing 2.62 carats, to a lozenge sha...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and pearl pendant, the central pearl within a diamond heart surmounted by floral motif in pearl and diamond, a pearl drop to base suspended by diamond foliate dec...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

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

14k Yellow Gold Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Dainty Diamond Cross Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Shop Antique, New and Vintage Necklaces on 1stDibs

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. 

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