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What is a clasp on a necklace?

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What is a clasp on a necklace?
A clasp on a necklace is a small contraption designed to keep the necklace fastened to the wearer’s neck. Different artisans use different types of clasps, such as toggle clasp, hook clasp, and barrel clasp among others. Find a collection of antique and vintage necklace clasps on 1stDibs today.
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Barrel clasp Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique 9ct 375 Gold Victorian Chain with secure Barrel clasp With a wrap around Plaque marked "9c
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage Onyx & 14k Gold Beaded Necklace with Clasp
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
durability. Classic yet eye-catching, this necklace is ideal for vintage jewelry lovers or those seeking a
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Antique Late 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl Necklace and Rose Cut Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful and rare pearl necklace dating back to the late 1800s. The necklace is
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl Necklace and Rose Cut Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful and rare pearl necklace dating back the Victorian era. The necklace
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Art Deco Jade Necklace Carved Clasp Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
depicting peaches is securely set within an engraved silver frame and serves as the clasp. The necklace
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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Silver

Art Deco Jade Necklace Carved Clasp Certified Untreated
$4,800 Sale Price
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Antique 18k White Gold Diamond Clasp Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage pearl strand necklace featuring a lustrous string of cultured pearls, secured with an
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Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

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