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Vintage Round and Old mine Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Vintage Round and Old mine Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold This incredible highly
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Filigree Necklace 14k White Gold 17" Square Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco drop necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat white
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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

Carved White Coral Cameo Pendant 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Carved White Coral Cameo Pendant 14K Gold Vintage This gorgeous vintage pendant is finely crafted
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carved Jade and Gold Necklace 14k
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s-1890s, 14k. This magnificent antique necklace features sumptuous gold-work set with
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1880s Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carved Jade and Gold Necklace 14k
Antique Carved Jade and Gold Necklace 14k
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W 1.38 in L 16 in
Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
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Early 1900s Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Heart Pearl Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Amethyst Hearts and Seed Pearl Gold Necklace. Hand set with 3
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Late 19th Century Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Nugget Necklace 19" Chain Drop Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian gold nugget necklace (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted with a 14
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Late 19th Century American Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Nugget Necklace 18" Chain Drop Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian gold nugget necklace (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted with a 14
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Late 19th Century American Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Pendant Locket Oval 14K Gold Antique
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage locket/ pendant is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested
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1890s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Ornate Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Victorian fob (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Emerald and Diamond Locket Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Locket Pendant Necklace Metal: 14k White Gold Chain length: 14 inches Pendant dimensions
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1920s Unknown Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Carved Jade Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Circle Disc Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era carved jade pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Painted Ceramic & 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
set within 14k yellow gold bezels and hung on a 15.5" link chain. Necklace weighs 41.4grams. Please
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co Locket 14k Gold 4 Pages Diamond Ruby Pendant Fine Jewelry
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co diamond & ruby locket, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
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Early 20th Century American Retro 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 4ct Diamond Art Deco Necklace Platinum 15" Sapphire Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era diamond necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Art Nouveau Necklace 14k Gold Amethyst Sawtooth Pearl Enamel Vintage
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed Art Nouveau drop necklace (circa 1900s to 1910s) crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum Pearl 14k Gold Vintage Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
though it has tested positive for platinum. The necklace is hallmarked "14k"
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Carved Carnelian Necklace 14k Yellow Gold 15.5" Drop Flowers
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era carved carnelian necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Necklace 17" - 14k Euro 1.86ctw Vintage Scrollwork
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Necklace Length: 17" Width: 1/16" (1.2mm) Weight: 10.3 Grams Stamps: 14k Condition: Pre-Owned
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1920s Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Insect Necklace Opal Sapphire Seed Pearl Ruby 14k Gold 18.5"
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era insect necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace Simply Beautiful! The Cross
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Early 20th Century Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Pearl Lavalier Necklace Art Nouveau Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
Art Nouveau 14K Gold Pearl Lavaliere Necklace. Beautifully designed as a scrolling panel set with
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

14K Egyptian Revival Moonstone Pharaoh Cameo & Scrimitar Conversion Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
with conversion pieces like this is to give a new life to vintage jewelry that isn't nearly as wearable
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1920s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Moonstone, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant #1811
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant- This stunning custom-made pendant was
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Early 1900s Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
time! The necklace epitomizes vintage charm. In excellent condition, recently professionally cleaned
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Early 20th Century Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage SAK Yellow Gold and Dimond Coin Collar Necklace style
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cooper coin pendant - Snake finish necklace - Box clasp closure with figure 8 safety Hallmarks: 14K
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1790s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jadeite Jade Long Single-Strand 14K Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage green jade single-strand beaded necklace with a 14 karat clasp in the shape of a barrel
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Jade, 14k Gold

14K White Gold Vintage Diamond Necklace, 9.6 Grams
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K white gold Diamond Necklace. There are 14 Old euro cut Diamonds ranging from .15ct- .25ct with
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Jade Necklace With Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
. The necklace is fastened with a vintage 14K gold clasp. The total length of the necklace is 18" (45.7
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1920s European Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Coral Seed Pearl and Pearl Drop Victorian Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Coral Seed Pearl and Pearl Drop Victorian Pendant Necklace. Hand set with
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Late 19th Century Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold shell cameo brooch pendant. The oval-shaped brooch pendant is
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Early 20th Century Unknown 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Shell Cameo Brooch Pendant
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W 0.87 in L 1.34 in
Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Double Pendant 14K Gold Antique Original 1890s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1890's Vintage Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Double Pendant 14K
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1890s Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.5 Carat Citrine and Diamond Belle Époque Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Belle Époque Solitaire Citrine and Diamond Silver on Gold Pendant Necklace
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece
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Early 19th Century Georgian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
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W 1.35 in D 0.45 in L 1.9 in
Vintage Art Nouveau Crescent Moon Flower Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A simply lovely antique Art Nouveau necklace centered by a delightful forget-me-not flower with a
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1910s Art Nouveau 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Choker Woven Chain Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A timeless vintage woven choker chain necklace created in 14 karat gold. The chain of the necklace
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Early 20th Century Dutch 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Zodiac Calendar Pendant encompassing 1878 22k Gold Coin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage jewelry lovers will appreciate this timeless piece. Crafted with 14k gold, it features a
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1870s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Talisman Necklace #2566
Located in Washington Depot, CT
- This unique necklace features dangling amber stones and glass leaves on a lovely 14K yellow gold
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Early 1900s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Seed Pearl Pendant & Earring Set
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Wide At top, 14 mm Wide At bottom Total Mass = 6.9 grams Gorgeous Vintage Pieces!
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 4.00 Carat Russian Rose Cut Diamond 14k & Silver Necklace
Located in Firenze, FI
Stunning vintage rose cut diamond drop pendent necklace. approximately 4.00 carats central pear
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19th Century Russian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Silver

Yellow Gold Ruby Art Deco Lavaliere Solitaire Pendant - 14k Round Vintage Flower
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Ruby
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1920s 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Intaglio Pendant Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Carved
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era amethyst intaglio pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cameo Brooch Pin Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Antique Art Deco Hand Engraved
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Cameo Brooch Pendant Art Deco Pin 14K Yellow Gold Featuring an Exquisitely Hand Carved
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1910s Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau elaborate artistic necklace with diamonds and gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing a dreamy, exquisite Jugendstil necklace in 14k yellow gold, a true embodiment of
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1910s French Jugendstil 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Compass Fob 9k Rose Gold Pendant Animal Motif Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
necklace or bracelet. The fob is in good condition with wear evident to both sides of the clear
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Early 1900's Vintage 14 karat white gold Art Nouveau diamond necklace. Center diamond is an Old
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
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W 1.15 in D 0.16 in L 1.74 in
Victorian Diamond Encrusted Arrow Pendant with Silver Front and 14K Gold Back
Located in Venice, CA
9K Gold Victorian Fettered Link English Watch Chain and Vintage 14K Gold Italian Snake Chain
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1870s Unknown Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Circa 1920s Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 1.50 grams Center
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1920s Unknown Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Jet Locket With Natural Seed Pearls, 14k and Enamel Detailing
Located in New York, NY
vintage condition. American Circa 1860 Length 15 inches also center drop locket is 2 inches So overall
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1860s American Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Three Stone Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Drop Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Incredible vintage diamond necklace bursting with Old World charm. This gorgeous piece boasts a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Greek Silver Coin (c240-290 BC) Pendant 14k
Located in Litchfield, CT
, and brilliant in any moment of fashion. This necklace adds a stylish vintage look to any ensemble
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15th Century and Earlier Greek 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, Silver

Greek Silver Coin (c240-290 BC) Pendant 14k
Greek Silver Coin (c240-290 BC) Pendant 14k
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W 1 in L 1.38 in
Vintage GIA Natural Color Jade Bead Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
14K White Gold Gallery insert clasp, with 12 old cut diamonds, weighing collectively 0.35 carats, H-I
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1920s Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Art Deco Citrine Necklace
Located in Addison, TX
inspired design, this necklace is a masterpiece that seamlessly blends vintage charm with contemporary
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1920s Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Citrine Necklace
Art Deco Citrine Necklace
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Early 20th Century Watch Chain Link Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 18 In Vintage
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Original Early 20th century watch chain fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The watch chain alternates between elongated links and smaller oval links with a large round spring ring. T...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Era Emerald Cut Emerald and Rose Cut Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
sterling silver, enhancing the vintage charm of the design. adding to the necklace's allure are shimmering
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
, exceptional, chic European vintage necklace with 14K gold (585 standard) clasp and natural antique lapis
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Vintage 2 1/2 Pesos Gold Coin and Diamond Pendant
Located in Henderson, NV
Vintage 2 1/2 Pesos gold coin set in a 14K yellow gold bezel, supported by diamond set gold ribbons
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Large Carved Coral Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Hand carved Large Coral Cameo and Seed Pearl Brooch Pendant Necklace. Featuring a
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Late 19th Century Victorian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Double Spiral Link Charm Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 194's handmade double spiral link 14k yellow gold necklace. 16 inch necklace. 14k yellow
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Early 20th Century 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond and Black Enamel Locket
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
." signature hallmark and "14K." Attached to the top of the locket is a milgrained platinum bail lined with
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1910s Edwardian 14k Necklace Antique And Antique Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond and Black Enamel Locket
Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond and Black Enamel Locket
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W 1.13 in D 0.13 in L 1.5 in
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14k Necklace Vintage And Antique Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but Estate Jewelry, Tiffany & Co. and Asprey London each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 40 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. Most of our 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 29 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 14k Necklace Vintage And Antique Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of 14k necklace vintage and antique jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $265 and can go as high as $70,572, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,978.

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.