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18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Thin Diamond Cut Rope Chain Necklace Italy
Located in Guilford, CT
18k Yellow Gold 8.7g Solid Thin 2mm Diamond Cut Rope Chain Necklace Italy 20" Condition
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Carrara Y Carrara Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Horse Pendant Rope Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This eye catching authentic necklace is by Carrera y Carrera, it is crafted from 18k yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Modern Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold 48" 10mm Rope Chain Necklace w/ Repousse Enamel Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 0.10ct (approx.) Material: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Rope Chain & Gold Wash w/ 18K Yellow Gold Clasp Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 1.10ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, the pendant measures 0.65 round and is suspended from a sleek 16 chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Diamond Cross Rope Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Gold reversible necklace is a combination of three diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Diamond Cross Rope Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Diamond Cross Rope Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 0.56 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.52 in L 18.12 in
LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 0.56ct Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
impeccably crafted 18K white gold necklace. Suspended from a delicate 18 chain, its covered in asscher-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.90ct Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Theres something captivating about this charming necklace. Suspended from a delicate 18 chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.12ct Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This 18K White Gold necklace is instantly captivating. Suspended at the center of a delicate 15
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond, 18k Rose Gold Collarette Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with a white gold individually collet set 0.02ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Maria Kotsoni- Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold & White Diamond Sautoir Necklace,
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The 'Overflow' sautoir necklace is crafted in 18k gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. This stunning
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Clip Earrings & Necklace Set
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
The pendant & earrings are finely crafted from luxurious 18K white gold. This set features Light
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Platinum, 18K, Rock Crystal, Diamond and Onyx Vintage Sautoir.
Located in Aspen, CO
polished fancy cut onyx rondels all strung on 18K gold chain. The clasp of the piece is circa 1920 and
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Vintage 1950s Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 0.03ct Diamond and Peridot Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
white-gold beauty features an 18 double cable chain holding a stylized infinity pendant. The pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1988 Italian Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.17 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse
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Vintage 1980s Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 1940s 0.22 carat diamond and 18k yellow gold, 18k white gold set
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
1940s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
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W 6.3 in L 16.54 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Oval Shaped Pendant
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer pendant handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold all custom made. This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Double Headed Lion & Multi Rope Chain Bracelet with Rubies & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
diamonds and rubies. The centerpiece is held by two majestic lion heads, crafted in a combination of gold
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2010s African Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

51.03 Carat AMETHYST Briolette Drops Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
51.03 Carat Briolette Drops Amethyst with Diamonds set on "Forçat Diamond Chain" in 18 Carat Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Link Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
with brilliant-cut diamonds, hammered 18K gold, and platinum. This exquisite piece measures 16 inches
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Dimos 18k Gold Diamonds Knitted Bracelet
Located in Athens, GR
decorated with gold bars sets with 0.31 carats brilliant cut diamonds.
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Diamonds Knitted Bracelet
Dimos 18k Gold Diamonds Knitted Bracelet
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W 0.315 in L 7.284 in
David Yurman 18K Gold and Diamond Choker Necklace with Pave Set Diamond Center
By David Yurman
Located in Palm Beach, FL
cushion shaped, rope edge plate pave set with fifty round brilliant cut diamonds having a total
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Late 20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pink and White Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Coral Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
approximately 0.25ct. This magnificent piece hangs from a solid 18ct white gold rope chain measuring 19.5 inches
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1990s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
central 18k white gold motif, accented with a single pavé set Dutch cut diamond, surrounded by a rope
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Vintage 1950s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
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H 0.09 in W 0.31 in L 6.89 in
Fope 18k Rose Gold 0.18ct Diamonds Prima Ladies Bracelet 74508BX_BB_R_XBX_00M
By Fope
Located in Wilmington, DE
From FOPE's Prima Collection, the 3.3 MM round 18 karat rose and white gold Flex'it rope bangle
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2010s Chain Bracelets

Vintage French 2.92 Carat Diamond and 18 Carat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage French 2.92 carat diamond and 18 carat white gold rope twist bracelet
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20th Century Unknown Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natasha C 18K Gold Diamond Pierced Puffed Heart Pendant Textured Rope Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Baroque Culture Pearl Drop Rope Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamonds. This necklace also features a twisted rope gold chain that delicately graces the neckline. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

1960S GIA 62.25 Ct Cabochon Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Tassel Lariat Rope Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Gold accents, its center is enhanced by (12) round-cut, prong-set, Diamonds weighing approximately 0.55
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Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Heavy Wide Rope Tassel Diamond & Ruby Estate Bracelet 18k 138 Grams
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Estate diamond & ruby rope and tassel bracelet designed in 18 karat yellow gold. Four (4) loose
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Vintage 1970s More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Symmetrical Baguette and Princess Cut Diamond Pendant in 18k gold
Located in Miami, FL
with 18k white or yellow gold rope chain: 18k white, 20 inches, 1.5mm. Certificate of appraisal can be
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond 18k Yellow and White Gold Brooch / Pendant, circa 1960s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cut diamonds totaling 5.25 ct. Attached to a 14K yellow gold rope link chain measuring 24 inches long
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat GIA Certified Cushion-Cut Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18K Pendant
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
those seeking unique, high-quality jewelry. Comes with an 18-inch 14k white gold cable or rope chain
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Mid-20th Century Asian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.25cttw Round Cut Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
color H-I Color and VS-SI Clarity. Crafted in 14K white gold with rope chain. Pendant size: 0.9 x 0.6
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chaumet Amethyst Diamond 18k Gold Vintage Set Estate Jewelry
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A spectacular vintage set by Chaumet, made of 18k gold, featuring amethyst and diamond. The set
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Vintage 1980s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, 18K Yellow Gold, Onyx, and Diamond Buddha Pendant by Larry Jewelry
By Larry Jewelry
Located in Palm Beach, FL
height and 1 1/2 inches in width and is suspended by an 18K yellow gold Italian rope neck chain which is
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Diamond & Shield Cut Aquamarine Gemstone Pendant
Located in MIAMI, FL
Stand out item for your consideration. This fantastic design is crafted in 18k white gold. The
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Green Boulder Opal, Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
", diamond cut rope chain secured with a lobster clasp. The pendant drops 1.65 inches and is crafted in 18K
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

European Cut Diamond Statement Necklace
Located in METAIRIE, LA
section - Platinum Link sections on necklace - 18KT White Gold Rope Chain) Central section containing a
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K White & Yellow Gold Diamond & Yellow Citrine & Black Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Type: 18K White & Yellow Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Length: 18" Inches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

10K Gold 1/10 Carat Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace with Adjustable Chain
Located in New York, NY
diamond in a solid 10K gold bezel setting, set on a 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable chain that is sure to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 10k Gold

18K Gold Diamond & Yellow Citrine & Sky Blue Topaz Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. This dazzling pendant suspends gracefully from an 18" rope chain that secures with a spring ring clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold...

18K White Gold Diamond & Lemon Quartz & Blue Topaz Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Length: 18" Inches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold,...

Black Rhodium Over 18K Rose Gold 1.5ct Brown Diamond & Amethyst Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
plated 18k rose gold. This unique design is set with a total of seven natural 4 mm cushion-cut Rose De
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Amethyst, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, completing the design. The setting suspends from a later 18k white gold rope twist style chain, securing to
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
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H 0.14 in W 0.23 in L 18.5 in
18K White Gold Diamond Accent & Blue Topaz & Sky Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Type: 18K White Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Length: 18" Inches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Rose Gold 1/5 Carat Diamond & Citrine & Sapphire Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Product Gram Weight: 3.55 Grams Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
, sixteen round cut sapphires, and multicoloured enamel in 18 karat gold. This exquisite locket is a large
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K White and Rose Gold Diamond & Pink Amethyst & Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
: 8.36 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Rose Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rose Gold, 18k Gold...

18K White Gold Diamond Accent & Sky Blue Topaz & Black Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
: 8.38 Grams Metal Type: 18K White Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Length: 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

10K Yellow Gold 2.0 Cttw Round Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace with Box Chain
Located in New York, NY
art. This gorgeous 10K yellow gold pendant necklace features round, brilliant cut diamonds in a cross
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Accent & Blue Topaz & Quartz Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gemstone Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 6.86 Grams Metal Type: 18K White and Rose Gold Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...

18K Gold 3/8 Carat Diamond & Blue Topaz & Sapphire Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
contemporary yet classic 18" rope chain complements any neckline beautifully and secures with a spring ring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k ...

Natural Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace Estate 18k Yellow Gold Freeform Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
chain measures 18 inches. Metal & Hallmark: 18k yellow gold (pendant) and 14 karat yellow gold (chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Gold Pear Pendant with Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
timeless allure. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: Diamond weight 0,05 ct Every
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Rose Gold 3/4 Carat Diamond & Purple Amethyst Heart Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 2.49 Grams Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

10K Yellow Gold 1/4 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Chain Length: 18 Inches.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k White Gold 1/10 Cttw Bezel Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. This beautiful necklace includes 18” rope chain with Spring Ring clasp. These natural diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

18K Rose Gold 3/8 Carat Black and White Diamond Ball with Filigree Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Setting Type: Prong Product Gram Weight: 5.38 Grams Metal Type: 18K Rose Gold Chain Clasp Type
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian French Rock Crystal Diamond Pearl Rare Locket plus Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
lock work with an interlaced rope knotted frame, all of solid 18 Kt gold The high domed Rock Crystal
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Antique 1860s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold ruby and diamond pendant. The necklace consists of a diamond set bail
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18k Gold Diamond Cut Rope Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18k gold diamond cut rope chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 196 antique edition and 127 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k gold diamond cut rope chain 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 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18k gold diamond cut rope chain over the years, but those made by Chopard, Van Cleef & Arpels and Blackbird and the Snow are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and oval cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k gold diamond cut rope chain, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18k Gold Diamond Cut Rope Chain?

On average, a 18k gold diamond cut rope chain at 1stDibs sells for $4,100, while they’re typically $138 on the low end and $100,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.