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French 1980s White and Pink Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Splendid long gold necklace, it is composed of
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Vintage 1980s French Retro Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 1950s Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace composed of a row of falling cultured pearls, pearly white cream orient. The clasp is
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace with Clasp in 18 Karat White and Rose Gold
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Lucerne, CH
This strand consists of 33 near round white South Sea cultured pearls from 13.0 mm to 13.9 mm with
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

French 1950s Akoya Cultured Pearl Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Long necklace consisting of a row of Akoya cultured pearls of identical size, creamy pearly white
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French, 1960s, Ruby Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Retro jewel, it opens with a small hinge on the
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 20th Century 18 Karat Rose Green Gold Cultured Pearl Cross
Located in Poitiers, FR
in rose and green gold. In the center a cultured pearl is set. Diameter of the pearl : 4/4,5 mm
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French Baroque Cultured Pearls Antique Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Choker necklace of baroque culture pearls. The clasp is in 18 karat rose gold, eagle and rhinoceros
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20th Century French Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 1950s Cultured Golden Falling Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique necklace made up of cultured pearls, falling, golden pearly creamy white orient. The clasp
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pearl Necklace Circa 1970 s Cultured Pearls Gold Clasp
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered is a vintage beautiful pearl necklace with gold clasp. The necklace is decorated with 3
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Vintage 1970s European Romantic Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern Cultured Pearls Opals 18 Karat White Gold Clasp Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume Creation. Necklace of pearly white oriental cultured pearls, separated by flat, faceted opal
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2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1960s Cultured Pearl Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
represents an openwork rosette and decorated in the center of a cultured pearl, surrounded by small glass
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1950s Pearly Cream Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
. It is in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Diameter of the pearls : 4/4,5 to 8/8,5 mm. Length
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian Cultured Pearl Necklace with 18 White Gold Garnet Ball Clasp
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This strand of cultured Tahitian pearls consists of 33 round Pearls graduating from 12.5 mm - 13mm
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2010s Unknown Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Cultured Pearl and Gold Disc Bead Station Necklace in Yellow and Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite Akoya cultured pearl and gold disc station necklace is crafted in 18-karat yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace South Sea Grey Baroque Pearl Rose Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
expertise. To underline the beauty of these precious pearls, the necklace is sublimated by delicate 18
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, R...

French 1950s Japanese Pearly White Orient Cultured Pearl Falling Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made up of a row of Japanese cultured pearls with very bright pearly white orient. The
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Verdura Rose Quartz and Cultured South Sea Pearl "Raja" Necklace
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
Dating from circa 2013, this rose quartz, cultured South Sea pearl and gold necklace is by Verdura
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21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Japanese Akoya White Baby Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Long Bead Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Akoya Pearl & Diamonds Unending Bubbles Long Necklace Japanese Akoya White Glow Pearl Long 18
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace Graduated from 15mm to 10mm
Located in OVIEDO, AS
overtones of silver and rose, compose this 19 -1/2 inch knotted necklace. The pearls round shaped and well
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Gun Revolver White Pearl Gem 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Pendant Charm
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18 Karat Gold Genuine White Mother of Pearl & Natural Diamonds 0.50 CTW Approximate Mini Peacemaker
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whit...

Mid-Century Large Cultured Pearl 3.50 CTW Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Strand necklace is comprised of Cultured pearls - hand-knotted Graduating in size from 12.5 mm to
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Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Necklaces

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

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This striking necklace by Yoko London features winding rows of freshwater pearls, delicately
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2010s British Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...

Coral, Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat Rose Gold Chain Station Necklace
Located in London, GB
delicate 18 carat rose gold cable chain. Each lustrous pearls is flanked on either side by a rose gold
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2010s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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

Elaine Firenze Twisted Double Pearl Necklace, 18 Carat Rose & White Gold.
Located in Canterbury, GB
A beautiful twisted pearl double necklet of 18k rose and 18k white gold by Elaine Firenze, circa
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2010s German More Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Gold

Black Tahitian Cultured Pearl Diamond Pendant Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage black cultured Tahitian pearl & diamond pendant crafted in 18k white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Campanelli & Pear
Located in Troy, MI
A simple scroll design pearl and diamond necklace features a golden 11.3 mm pearl with rose
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8 Mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8.0 mm Certified $3,975 113101 This is a Unique
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This Freshwater pearl and diamond pendant from Yoko London is timelessly elegant. The 18 Karat Rose
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gol...

Yoko London Akoya Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
pearl -28 white diamonds (Total carat weight: 0.22ct) -18K rose gold -18" (46cm) 18K rose gold curb
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yoko London Akoya Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
daytime and evening looks. - 8.5-9mm Akoya Pearl - Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.06ct - 18 Karat Rose
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yoko London "Chocolate" Tahitian Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This exceptional necklace from Yoko London features brown Tahitian pearls which softly graduate in
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Pink Pearl Emerald 18 Karat Gold Tennis Racket Charm Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Rose Gold Pink Mother of Pearl Gemstone Handle Green Emerald Tennis Ball Gemstone 0.25 cts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Yoko London Akoya Classic Row Necklace on 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Set Clasp
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This timeless necklace by Yoko London features premium 7-7.5mm Japanese Akoya pearls with a subtle
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18K Rose Gold 1/2 Cttw Diamond & Freshwater Pearl Double Strand Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds and pearls are spaced along a delicate cable chain in this chic 18k rose gold station in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gol...

Yoko London Pearl, Diamond, Morganite & Green Amethyst Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This 18 Karat rose gold necklace by Yoko London features two rows of expertly matched Freshwater
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2010s British Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fres...

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8.5 mm Certified $3,975 114987 This is a Unique
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8.5 mm Certified $5,950 116390 This is a Unique
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold 18" 8.5 mm Certified $4,950 111845 This is a Unique
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal Enhancer Pendant on Pearl Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate opal enhancer pendant on pearl necklace. This necklace features 50 light rose colored
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k White Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k White Gold 18" 8 mm Certified $3,990 110697 This is one of
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Rose Gold Freshwater Pearl and Octagon Swiss Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
-luster Pearl Surface Blemishes: Clean Pearl Setting: Cup Setting Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Necklace Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Topaz, Freshwater Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 8.5 mm 36 in Certified $9,750 010932 This is a
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold contemporary pendant necklace is made with detachable south sea cultured
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Rose ...

Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Diamond
Yellow Gold Baroque Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Diamond
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Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Women Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
CERTIFICATE#201721470 CERTIFIED $2,950 AUTHENTIC FINE AKOYA PEARL 8.5-8 MM 18 IN 14 KT LADIES
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Nathalie Jean Diamond Tourmaline Pearl Carnelian Gold Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Microcosmos Pendant Necklace in 18 karat rosé gold
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Tourmaline, Pearl, Diamond, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, Rose...

South Sea Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 11.60 mm 18" Certified $12,950 920745
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Rose and White Gold 3/8ct Diamond and Pearl Spiral Openwork Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Wear a elegant feminine look with this sensational 14k rose and white gold pendant necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Black Tahiti Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This stunning pendant necklace from the Fig collection features black Tahiti pearl (cultured) and a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold,...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Black Tahiti Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Black Tahiti Pearl Contemporary Pendant Necklace
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.4 in L 1.97 in
Nathalie Jean Contemporary Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Pendant Drop Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Micro Pendant drop necklace is in 18 karat in rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yell...

Fine Akoya Pearl 14 Karat Triple-Strand Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Necklace LARGE 8.5-8 mm 17-18 Inch Necklace 14 KT White Gold 16 Pearls total on Necklace Strand 17-18
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Modern Pearl Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant and chain in 18 carat white gold, eagle head hallmark. Featuring an oriental cultured
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, ...

Diamond Akoya Pearl 2-Strand Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Diamond Double Strand Necklace 14k Gold 18" 7.5 mm Certified $9,750 116393
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Combination Pearl Necklace and 1960s Diamond Brooch Clip
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - unique piece. Transformable necklace consisting of 7 rows of oriental cultured
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold, 1...

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat White Gold 7.5 mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k White Gold 18" 7.5 mm Certified $3,490 110698 This is one of
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Large Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Necklace Strand 18 1/2 Length with an extra 2 Inch Drop 14.556 Grams Necklace Rose Overtones Exceptional
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

17mm Cream Pearl on 18K Gold Chain Necklace Diamond Enhancer and Toggle Clasp
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
A large cream 17mm cultured pearl on a hand-crafted drop link necklace with a diamond enhancer. All
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklace Enhancers

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

Yoko London Chocolate Tahitian Pearl, Quartz and Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
. -13.2mm Cultured Tahitian Chocolate Pearls -58 Diamonds (Total Diamond Carat Weight: 0.42ct) -Cognac
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k ...

Fine Akoya Pearl Large 14 Karat Tin-Cup Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic Akoya Saltwater Pearl necklace made with luxurious 14KT Solid Gold. Nothing says, “I Love you
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charming Bee Pendant with Pearl & Diamonds in 18 Karat Red Gold
By Suarez
Located in Lucerne, CH
Presenting charming bee-shaped pendant with a pearl and diamonds in 18 Karat red gold. The petite
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...

White South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pave Clasp
Located in Westport, CT
Majestic, sums up this necklace of Graduated White South Sea pearls. Beautifully matched in color
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

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18 Cultured Rose Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18 cultured rose pearl necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and rose gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 118 antique edition and 137 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18 cultured rose pearl necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18 cultured rose pearl necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mikimoto, Yoko London and Galt & Bro. Jewelers each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and uncut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 18 cultured rose pearl necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18 Cultured Rose Pearl Necklace?

Prices for a 18 cultured rose pearl necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $249 and can go as high as $83,291, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,731.

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.