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.15 Carat Diamond Pearl Two Tone Gold Question Mark Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade question mark pendant necklace. circa 1910. 8 old cut diamonds set in 14k yellow and
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Early 20th Century 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Gold and Platinum and 5.0 Carat Diamond Horseshoe Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold and Platinum and 5.0cts Old Mine Cut Diamond Horseshoe Necklace c.1880s
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19th Century Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Edwardian 15 Carat Gold Pendant with Diamond
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Incredibly sweet 15ct gold pendant set with a diamond. The chain is decorative and so pretty
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Early 1900s British Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Onyx & Diamond cocktail necklace 18KT yellow gold 15" chocker
Located in Jupiter, FL
Evening cocktail necklace made with natural onyx and diamonds, completed in 18KT yellow gold
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18th Century Unknown Early Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 0.52 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.52 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold and platinum set pendant; part of
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1910s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian 0.52 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Edwardian 0.52 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 1.14 in W 0.83 in D 0.19 in Dm 0.83 in L 18 in
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 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.46 Carat Pear Emerald Diamond Pearl Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Platinum emerald, diamond, pearl and onyx necklace. Pear shaped double cabochon green emerald is
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Early 20th Century 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.32 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1.32 carat emerald and 0.51 carat diamond, 15k yellow gold and palladium
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1910s 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Edwardian Flower Solitaire Necklace 15 3/4" 10k 14k Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
14k Yellow Gold (chain & clasp) Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .03ct Cut: Single Color
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Early 1900s 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 3 Carat DTW Diamond and Filigree Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
pendant features 15 antique Old European cut diamonds and has an estimated combined total diamond weight
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Early 20th Century Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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

Antique 2.30 Carat Opal and 2.54 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Victorian Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.30 carat opal and 2.54 carat diamond, 14 karat
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1890s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
. The beautiful sapphire is 1.30 carat and is surrounded by a heart shaped halo of old cut diamonds. The
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

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 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Victorian 15-18K Yellow Gold 5.0 Carat Diamond, Persian Turquoise Star of David
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian 15-18K Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond and Persian Turquoise Star of David Rare Mid
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Mid-19th Century High Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 1.90 Carat Zircon and Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1.90 carat blue zircon and 0.02 carat diamond, pearl and 15 karat yellow gold
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1910s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Zircon, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Epoque Antique Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
2.30 carats. The pendant measures 37 x 36 mm (1 7/16 x 1 3/8 in.) Length of the chain is 42.5 cm (15 3
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1910s Belle Époque 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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White Diamond, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian 2 Carat Old Mine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace, 1900
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds Each approximately .15 Carat Color: Approximately G-H Clarity: Approximately VS Total Diamond
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Dutch Art Deco 1.90 Carat Diamond and Rose Gold Necklace, Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Deco 1.90 carat diamond and 15 karat rose gold pendant
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1920s Dutch Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Antique Dutch Art Deco 1.90 Carat Diamond and Rose Gold Necklace, Circa 1920
Antique Dutch Art Deco 1.90 Carat Diamond and Rose Gold Necklace, Circa 1920
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H 0.2 in W 0.57 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.57 in L 18 in
Mauboussin Turquoise, Chalcedony and Diamond Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
European-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 5.96 carats); 8 Turquoise cabochons; 16 Carved chalcedony
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1920s French Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Platinum

Natural Saltwater Button Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
more than eighteen carats of old mine-cut diamonds which frame them. A classic design, each graduating
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Late 19th Century English Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

European Cut Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in METAIRIE, LA
containing a total of 30 (15/ea) Old Round European cut Diamonds totaling approximately 0.80 carats all
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1920s Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 0.56 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold, platinum necklace; part of our
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1910s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Saltwater Natural Pearl Necklace Diamond and Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive single strand, saltwater natural pearl necklace with a 0.15 carat diamond, 15
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1920s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 2.88 Carat Opal 0.84 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 2.88 carat opal and 0.84 carat diamond, seed pearl and 15 karat yellow and white
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Early 1900s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 2.65 Carat Tourmaline and Peridot Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 2.65 carat tourmaline and 0.95 carat peridot, 14 and 15 karat yellow
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1890s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Filigree Art Deco Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Filigree open work pendant with 35 round diamonds
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Early 20th Century 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Opal and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1905.
Located in London, GB
approximate diamond weight is 2.24 carats, to an elegant negligée necklace flowing with movement featuring
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Early 1900s 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Belle Epoque Antique Emerald Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
weight is 3.44 carats. Length 40 cm (15 7/8 in.)
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pendant necklace. The perfectly cut, lively and sparkly aquamarine has been measured to weigh
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1920s Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian 2.14 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.14 carat diamond, 15 karat yellow gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian 15-18k Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond & Persian Turquoise Star of David
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Rare Mid-19th Century 5.0 carats Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Persian Turquoise Star of
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19th Century Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver

1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.10 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold and 15 karat white
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1910s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
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W 0.58 in L 17.72 in
Edwardian Platinum Pear Shape Opal and Diamond Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Era: Edwardian Metal: Platinum Opal: 19 mm by 15 mm Diamonds: 2 carats total weigh SI G-H
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Early 20th Century Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Antique 1.89 Carat Diamond and Enamel Yellow Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 1.89 carat diamond and enamel, 15 karat yellow gold and
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1880s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Genuine Antique Georgian Old Mine Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
natural old mine diamonds with a total carat weight of approximately 22.48ctw. The diamonds are set in
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Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 1905 Art Nouveau Necklace Platinum 18Kt Gold 15.12 Ctw Peridot Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
hexagonal kite step cut (16 x 15 x 9 mm) of a natural vivid intense green peridot of 12.47 carats. Diamonds
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Early 1900s American Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Belle Époque 4.04 CTW No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Platinum Drop Necklace GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Platinum cable chain necklace suspends ornate milgrain pendant Centering a mixed cushion cut Ceylon
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19th Century 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian 1.10ct Diamond and Pearl Cluster Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This exquisite Victorian necklace is crafted from 15 carat rose gold and held on a 14.5 inch chain
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Double Dangle Gold Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian silver topped 14k gold double dangle diamond and natural pearl drop pendant necklace. The
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Late 19th Century 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Cartier 1900 Edwardian Enameled Locket Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Rose Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
and the ring on top is mounted in millegrain settings, with 15 European old rose cut diamonds, 0.31
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Early 1900s French Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique 5.48 Carat Opal and 2.91 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, stunning, fine and impressive antique 5.48 carat opal and 2.91 carat diamond, 15
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1910s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.75ct Old Pear Cut Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 1.75 carat diamond is the focus of this Victorian necklace. The diamond is wonderfully
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Old Mine Brilliant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7 grams Diamond Details: Weight
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Antique 104.26 Carat Aquamarine and Rose Gold Necklace, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 104.26 carat aquamarine and 18 karat rose gold necklace; part of
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1920s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Collar Necklace with Briolettes in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
center of the necklace. There are 661 round diamonds totaling 16.50 carats; G-H color and VS-SI clarity
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Late 19th Century Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Pink Green Tourmaline Diamond Necklace Platinum Antique Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
chain is a fetter-link chain in Platinum. The Platinum necklace is 15 inches (38 cm) long. The pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Diamonds (100% Natural Diamonds) .15 Carats Total Diamond Weight  Shape: Old Mine Cut Color: G-H (Near
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Early 1900s Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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

Antique 1.45 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.45 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Edwardian 4.47 carat amethyst and Seed Pearl, 15 karat yellow gold necklace
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Pearl, Amethyst, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

1925 Art Deco Blue Zircon and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
your feet! A gorgeous and impressive round zircon, weighing 15 carats, radiates with a fabulous, richly
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1920s Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Zircon, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
carat old mine cut diamonds. A further 5 estimated 0.08 carat old mine cut diamonds total an estimated
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Art Deco French Diamond White Enamel Platinum Gold Disc Pendant Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
. Total weight of center diamond approximately .15 carats. Total weight of side diamonds approximately
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Early 1900s French Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

1920s Antique 3.43 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 3.43 carat peridot and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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1920s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9.32 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 9.32 carat peridot and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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1890s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Antique 4.60 Carat Jadeite and Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1920's 4.60 carat jadeite and 0.28 carat diamond, 18k white gold and
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1920s 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 4.60 Carat Jadeite and Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
Antique 4.60 Carat Jadeite and Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
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H 0.08 in W 0.46 in D 1.93 in L 15 in
Audemars Piguet 1930 Art Deco Watch Necklace In Platinum And 4.86 Ctw Diamonds
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Miami, FL
center in a millegrain setting, with 1 European marquise cut diamond of 0.60 carats, white colorless F/G
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1920s Swiss Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1890s French Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique large french old mine cut diamond converted necklace with an estimate old mine cut diamonds
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1890s 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

Art Deco 1915 Enthroned Buddha Necklace in Platinum 18k Gold Diamonds & Quartz
By Fred Leighton
Located in Miami, FL
millegrain settings, with 122 old European rose cut diamonds, 2.44 carats, H color, VS/SI clarity. Ruby
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1910s Austrian Art Deco 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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White Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...

Art Deco 1915 Enthroned Buddha Necklace in Platinum 18k Gold Diamonds & Quartz
Art Deco 1915 Enthroned Buddha Necklace in Platinum 18k Gold Diamonds & Quartz
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Victorian Seed Pearl and 1.16 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and 1.16 ct diamond, 15 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch
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Early 1900s Unknown 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Coral, Pearl and Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and pink coral, 0.62 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

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15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 15 carat antique diamond necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 15k Gold and Yellow Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a 15 carat antique diamond necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 15 carat antique diamond necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old european cut cut and old mine cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 15 carat antique diamond necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 15 Carat Antique Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a 15 carat antique diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,375 and can go as high as $26,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,010.

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.