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Dangle Diamond Necklace, Yellow Gold Beaded .50 Ct Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This 14 karat yellow gold diamond cut beaded chain looks stunning with the nine natural diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

145 Ct Fine Natural Emerald Beads 2 Line Necklace with 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 145 ct Fine Natural Emerald Beads 2 Line Necklace with 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp This
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

28 Carat Natural Pearl Beaded Gemstone Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
. :- 28.05 Ct. Necklace Length :- 24 Inches Long ✦ Sizing ..................... We can adjust most items to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

360 Carat Emerald, Burma Ruby and Diamond Beads Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
360 Carat Emerald , Ruby & Diamond Beads Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold 16 Inch This spectacular
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

South-Sea Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Pearls and a closure in 18 kt yellow gold with diamonds. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

200 Carat Emerald Beads 7 Line Necklace with Diamond Clasp 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
200 Carat Emerald Beads 7 Line Necklace With Diamond Clasp 18 Kt Yellow Gold This spectacular
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 400 Carat Colombian Emerald Bead Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 400 Carat Natural Colombian Emerald Bead Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi layers
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

200 Ct 7 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14k Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 200 Ct 7 Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

280 Ct 9 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14K Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 280 Ct 9 Layer Faceted Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 14 Karat Gold
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Ladies Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Bead Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
yellow gold collar lapis lazuli bead necklace. Engraved with "18K". Pre-owned in excellent condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

5.45 Carat Multi Tourmaline Beaded Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
this elegant multi tourmaline beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Coral Torchon Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaves Closure
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant torchon necklace realized with 72.10 gr ct of pink
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set from Estate
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridot Cushion Shaped Gemstone and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
look with this elegant peridot beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Faced Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold Carved Fish Pink Tourmaline
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace faced tourmaline pink and yellow gold fish in carved tourmaline pink color ct 14,50
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire and Diamond Wedding Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant multi gemstone beaded necklace. This stunning piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Oval Turquoise Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Turquoise Wt. :- 19.00 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16 Inches Long
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Baguette Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 2.60 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 22.75 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 14.71 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16 Inches Long
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 4.00 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 20.84 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Kt Yellow and White Gold, Diamonds, Australian Pearl, Chalcedony Collier
Located in BARI, IT
diamonds (ct.0.06). Every chalcedony sphere measures 10mm in diameter, while the Australian pearl is
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Chalcedony, White Gold

286 Akoya Pearls Strand Necklace and Bracelet Set 18 Karat Gold/ Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
286 Akoya Pearls Strand Necklace + Bracelet Set 18 Karat Yellow and White gold Gold/ Diamond Clasp
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

29.08 Carat Round Pear Shape Diamond Necklace Solid 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
At the heart of this stunning necklace lies a magnificent arrangement of round and pear-shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opera Pendant Necklace 18k White- and Rose Gold 18 Diamonds total 0.58ct G VS
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Round Opera Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold and Rose Gold, 18 Diamonds, total 0.58 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Eagle Necklace in 18K Gold, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, and Turquoise Mosaics
Located in London, GB
Native rural symbolic eagle necklace,set in 18 ct yellow gold, turquoise, lapis lazuli and a
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Vintage 1970s Egyptian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Topaz Pendant w 5 Ct Cushion Yellow Gold Beaded Chain Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
below: Metal Quality: 14 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant Style: Solitaire Chain Type: Beaded Chain Length: 18 in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Buddha Genuine Rondelle Ruby Beaded Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Addison, TX
18K Yellow Gold Bezel Set 0.31 ct Diamond Buddha and Genuine Rondelle Ruby Beaded Necklace is
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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Coral Multi Layer 10 Strand 920 CT Bead Necklace 18 KY Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Coral 4mm Multi Layer 10 Strand 920 CT Bead Necklace 18 KY Gold, 34 Inch long A
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1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Pearl Onyx 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Bead Necklace
By Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
elements on a unique design All linked by some yellow 18 kt gold enriched elements 18 kt gold weight gr
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Gemstone Beads Charm Necklace Diamond Pave 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
This enchanting necklace features a captivating array of gemstone beads, carefully selected for
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

31.65 Ct Semi Gemstone Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
- 18K Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Semi Multi > Gemstone Weight - 31.65 ct > Gemstone pieces - 16
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10.84 ct Drop Multi Sapphire 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Enhancer
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Solid Yellow Gold > Gemstone - Multi Sappphire > Gemstone Weight - 10.84 ct > Gemstone pieces - 7
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral Beads Gemstone Charm Pendant Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 2.96 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Coral Beads Wt. :- 13.84 Ct. Necklace Length
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Twisted 1275 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Seven Strand Necklace + 15 Gm 14 K Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
Twisted Faceted 1275 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Seven Strand Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Natural Turquoises Tumbled Beads Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
. Might shows minor signs of wear. Bead Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with: Twenty-six (26) natural, rough
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Multi Tourmaline Gemstone Drop Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Wt. :- 3.90 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Tourmaline Wt. :- 11.74 Ct. Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Coral Multi Layer Beads 16 Strand Two Necklaces 18 KY Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Coral 3.5 to 4mm Multi Layer 16 Strand 1080 CT Bead Necklace 18 KY Gold, 33-34 Inch
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1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Hematite Beads Necklace in 18 Karat Gold and White Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
hematite beads connected with many beautiful diamond and yellow gold elements. Versatile - can be worn as a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Hematite, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Natural White Saltwater Pearl 3.50 Ct Diamonds Necklace 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
cut side diamonds Vs-2 Clarity, F,G-color 18 inches length 18kt. yellow gold 120 grams. Necklace
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
with this elegant ruby beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beaded Collar Nacklace with Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Elevate your neckline with this stunning choker necklace, adorned with 144 round lapis lazuli beads
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20th Century European Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, 1.65 ct Sapphire
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
and diamond and beaded chain. This is a piece that was handmade and is a one-of-a-kind design from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Chain Necklace Yellow GoldCitrine
Located in PARIS, FR
Collar made from yellow gold 750 mils (18 carats). set with precious stones. balls 9 Citrine facet
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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow GoldCitrine
Chain Necklace Yellow GoldCitrine
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Signed Giovane Aquamarine 8.20 Ct Diamond High End Necklace
By Giovane
Located in Napoli, IT
beads, with an invisible 18 KT clasp disposed at the back side for an easy and comfortable use Adorned
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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Multi Strand Necklace 450 Ct Columbia Faceted Emeralds Cgl Certified & Amethyst
Located in Antwerp, BE
brilliant cut diamonds together approx. 0.6 ct. Material: 18 kt & 14 kt. Yellow gold Measurements: 70 cm
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Mughal Magnificent Traditional Emerald Beads & Rose Cut Diamond Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mughal Magnificent Traditional multi-layer Emerald Bead Rose Cut Diamond Vintage Necklace with
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Square Shaped Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
. Accessorize your look with this elegant blue sapphire beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green, Orange, White and Champagne Diamond Flower Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
in clarity and have a beautiful intense color. The white diamond are bead set, G in color & VS in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Zorab Creation 18 kt. Gold Necklace Dragonfly Pendant / Brooch Coloured Stones
By Zorab Creation
Located in Antwerp, BE
8.55 ct. Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds together 3.18 ct. Material: 18 kt. yellow & white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Multi Layered Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
look with this elegant blue sapphire beaded necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Torsade Enamel Diamond Ball Clasp
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Diamonds weighing 1.37 ct, F color, cvs, and are connected with 2 enameled 18 K yellow Gold beads. Made by
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx & Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
piece. Pendant and necklace both signed and numbered Metal Type: 18 karat yellow gold Measurements
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hexagon Blue Topaz with Diamond Halo Necklace with 3.60 Carats
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
from an 18-inch diamond-cut beaded chain that is solid 14-karat yellow gold. The details of the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Konstantino Vintage 925 Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Textured Pearls Neckla
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Konstatino Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 925 Sterling Silver & 18K Yellow Gold Length: 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Siviglia Mother of Pearl Lariat 0.10CT Diamond Necklace CB2653-BMPW
By Marco Bicego
Located in Wilmington, DE
, engraved, hammer-finished, and naturally shaped golden beads, all in 18-karat yellow gold. Shimmering
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Mughal Magnificenct Traditional Kundan Polki Rose Cut Diamond 18 K Bridal Set
Located in New York, NY
Traditional Kundan real Polki Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bridal Necklace and matching earrings
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Moonlight Grapes Pendant 1551C Yellow Gold, Diamond, Total 0.07 Carat
By Georg Jensen
Located in New York, NY
With its two beads of 18 karat recycled yellow gold clustered together with a single brilliant cut
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Traditional Kundan 5 Layer Polki Rose Cut Diamond 18 K Bridal Set and Chand Bali
Located in New York, NY
Yellow gold Gross weigh 64 Grams Rose cut Diamonds : 18 Ct One of the top most earrings we have
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Green Onyx Dangle Earrings Diamond Pave 18 Karat Gold Pendant Layered Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. Approx Beads Weight :- 60.55 ct. Approx Necklace Length :- 18 Inches Approx. Earring Size :- 67 mm Approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Ruby Gemstone Pendant Diamond Necklace Silver Dangle Earrings Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
Weight :- 73.00 ct. Approx . Beads Weight :- 90.00 ct. Approx . Necklace Length :- 18 Inches Approx
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver

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18 Ct Yellow Bead Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18 ct yellow bead necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 257 antique edition and 306 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 18 ct yellow bead necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18 ct yellow bead necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but VR Jewels, Van Cleef & Arpels and Bulgari each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 18 ct yellow bead necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 315 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a 18 ct yellow bead necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 139 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18 Ct Yellow Bead Necklace?

Prices for a 18 ct yellow bead necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $190 and can go as high as $199,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,926.

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.