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Alex Jona Rubellite Moonstone 18 K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain pendant necklace set
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2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Tourmaline, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Navettes Necklace in 18 K Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl
By Mattioli
Located in Bilbao, ES
Mattioli Navettes Necklace in 18 K Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Measure: 45 cm 17,71 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

8 Stone Multicolor Necklace in 18 K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
the world ! A fascinating array of colored, faceted rose cut treasures on an 18 K gold chain! Each
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Garnet, Quartz, Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 18...

SI Clarity HI Color Pear Round Diamond Chain Necklace 18 K White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
ask us any kind of customization. You can choose from Rose Gold, Yellow Gold or White Gold. Also 10k
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Necklace, Diamonds and Pearl
Located in BILBAO, ES
White Gold Necklace chain with 6 rose-cut diamonds, 3 oval-cut diamonds and 3 round-cut diamonds
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Early 2000s Spanish Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Lovely 18 K Rose Gold pendant with chain. Pendant set with 253 brilliant cut and rose cut Diamonds
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
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H 1.42 in W 1.19 in L 16.54 in
Initial Necklaces
Located in Dubai, AE
. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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2010s Turkish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial Necklaces
Initial Necklaces
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Initial necklaces
Located in Dubai, AE
. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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Early 2000s Emirian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial necklaces
Initial necklaces
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W 0.2 in D 0.4 in L 0.4 in
18 K rose Gold Chain with Pendant Heart Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Celebrate someone you love with this stunning diamond heart pendant with multistrand chain. The
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Rose Gold Pendant Rose Quartz Diamonds with Necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Beautiful and modern 18 K rose Gold pendant featuring a Rose Quartz Cabochon weighing 28.49 ct
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fluid Shaped 18 K Rose Gold Diamond Necklace
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
1.90 ct Brilliant Cut Diamonds are set in 4,70 g 18K Rose Gold Pendant with 14K Rose Gold Chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Oval Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
, matt vintage finish Enamel: Vitreous blue guilloche enamel with two 18 k gold star paillons
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21st Century and Contemporary German Renaissance Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 K Rose Gold Chain with Pendant Pink Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
brillinat cut Diamonds weighing 0.55 ct, G color, vs clarity. Length of the chain 40 cm. Dimensions of the
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K White and Rose Gold Chain with Pendant Moonstone and Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
. The pendant comes with a timeless 18 K rose Gold chain with a length of 43 cm. Masterfully
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant with 18 K Pink Gold Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very elegant and unusual pendant with chain in 18 K pink gold. The pendant features a pear shape
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Flat Cut Rose and Yellow Sapphire 18 K Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 85cm long chain necklace
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Belle Epoque Fine Pearl 18 K Yellow, Rose and Green Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow, rose and green gold. This charming antique necklace is made of a fine
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Empire Wedding Necklace 18 K Yellow and Rose Gold Enamel Pensez a Moi
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This rare necklace was handcrafted out of 18 karat gold in 1810 ca. It was worn by a bride and the
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Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Multi-Strand Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Empire Wedding Necklace 18 K Yellow and Rose Gold Enamel Pensez a Moi
Antique Empire Wedding Necklace 18 K Yellow and Rose Gold Enamel Pensez a Moi
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H 3.27 in W 15.87 in D 0.32 in L 15.87 in
14k Rose Gold 0.06 Carat Diamond Initial Pendant Necklace, Initial K
Located in Great neck, NY
This is an adorable Initial Letter Necklace crafted of 14k Gold with approximately 0.06 ct. Round
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Miniature Fine Pearl 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle's head hallmark. Probably the transformation of an antique
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

20th Century Diamonds 18 K Yellow Gold Crescent Moon Pattern Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This lovely antique necklace features a fine
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20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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

TJD 0.25 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold K Initial 3D Alphabet Charm Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
by skilful craftsmen in 18 KT rose gold and Studded with 41 hand-set round shaped natural white
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds and Fine Pearls Silver and 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 Karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and silver. This sumptuous antique pendant
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

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

14K Rose Gold 0.10ct Diamond Initial K Pendant for Her
Located in Great neck, NY
Alphabet Initial Pendant Necklace: Beautiful gold necklace perfectly sized at 16-18 inches in chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant retrò pendant necklace in 18 karat rose gold and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

TJD 0.50 Carat 3 Stone Round Diamond 14 K White Gold Pendant with 18 inch chain
Located in New York, NY
customized in yellow and rose gold on request.
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

TJD 0.05 CTW Diamond & 8X6 MM Cushion Cut Morganite 14 K Rose Gold Halo Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
occasion with ease. The ring is crafted from 14-karat Rose gold and features round - 3 white diamonds and 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18k Rose Gold Ruby Pink Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite Butterfly Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Fantastic 18 K rose Gold Butterfly pendant with chain. This butterfly is ready to take a flight
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds Mother of Pearl Gun Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
real piece. 111 Round Diamonds - 0.5 ct 2 Pearl Shell - 4.80 ct 18 K Rose Gold - 5.33 gm only pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Stallion 18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Imperial Jadeite Horse Pendant Necklace
Located in Portland, OR
:0.436 ct, Tourmaline:0.131 ct Chain Width: 1 mm Material: 18 k Solid Rose Gold Primary Stone Shape: Oval
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Rose Gold

18k Rose Gold Oval Imperial Jadeite Jade Cabochon Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
( Adjustable ) Necklace Pendant Dimensions(LWH): 34.49 mm * 18.51 mm * 8.04 mm. Chain Style: 18 k rose solid
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Rose Gold, Gold

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade & Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace. 18K Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
bamboo motif by a master carver. On top of the red jade is a pear shaped apple green Jade. An 18 K rose
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

18k Rose Gold Genuine Burmese Jadeite Pendant Necklace with Diamond & Ruby
Located in Portland, OR
Pendant Dimensions(LWH): 28.7mm * 20.6 mm * 5.8mm Chain Style: 18 k rose or yellow solid Rolo gold chain W
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

"Money Sack" 18k Rose Gold Multi-Colored Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Portland, OR
Chain Style: 18 k Rose Solid Wheat Gold Chain Approx. W 1.36 g Primary Stone Type: Genuine Ice Jadeite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k solid gold Retro popcorn chain - Italian 1960's necklace - 63.5 cm - 25 inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this 18 k gold retro necklace. This Necklace necklace checks of all the characteristics
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

"High end Jadeite Jewelry" 18K Rose Gold Burmese Black Jadeite Pendant Necklace
Located in Portland, OR
Chain Style: 18 k Rose Solid Rolo Gold Chain W 1.21 g Primary Stone Type: Genuine Jadeite ( High Quality
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 10k Gold

14k Rose Gold London Blue Topaz Emerald Cut Prong Set Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
g To.& D Weight Topaz: 27.16 ct, D: 0.09 ct Chain Width: 1 mm Material: 18 k Solid White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

"Rose Drop" Pendant with Sapphires & Old Cut Diamonds on Chain in Mixed Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
karat yellow gold "rose" came off of a frankly hideous 1940s brooch. (The sum of its parts has proved
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...

Necklace / Pendant Turtle with Mother of Pearl, Diamonds & Ruby Eyes with Chain
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
K Rose Gold - 5.55 GM
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat GIA 10.41 Carat Natural Pink Sapphire Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. .40ct. Round diamonds. Si-1 clarity H-color. 18kt. Rose gold Cross & 18kt. white gold chain
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

TJD 3.50 CTW Diamond 14 K Yellow Gold Bangle Pendant Earrings Bridal Ensembles
Located in New York, NY
pendant comes along with an 18-inch cable chain. All the diamonds are graded HI Color, I1 Clarity
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2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Accent "Love" Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Metal Type: 14K Two-Tone Gold Chain Clasp Type: Spring Ring Chain Type: Rope Chain Chain Length: 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Accent "Love" Pendant Necklace
14K Two-Tone Gold Diamond Accent "Love" Pendant Necklace
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H 0.48 in W 0.08 in L 0.87 in
18K Rose Gold Genuine Imperial Jadeite Jade Pendant & Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
* 28.04 mm * 9.26 mm Chain Style: 18 k rose solid Rolo gold chain W 1.910 g Primary Stone Type: Genuine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TJD 0.12 CTW Diamond & 6X6MM Cushion Cut Tanzanite 14 K White Gold Halo Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
-karat gold in your choice of white, rose, or yellow, and features Round Brilliant 36 white and 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

"Multi-Color Jadeite" Ice and Imperial Jadeite Jade Pendant with 18K Rose Gold
Located in Portland, OR
) Necklace Pendant Dimensions(LWH): 21.4 mm * 21.4 mm * 3.2 mm. Chain Style: 18 k Rose Solid Rollo Gold Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Initial Necklaces "B"
Located in Dubai, AE
. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial Necklaces "B"
Initial Necklaces "B"
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W 0.2 in L 0.4 in
18k White Gold Genuine Burmese Black Jadeite Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
) Necklace Pendant Dimensions(LWH): 40.1 mm * 20.9 mm * 12.7 mm Chain Style: 18 k Rose Solid Rolo Gold Chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Diamond, White Gold

Initial Necklace " C "
Located in Dubai, AE
. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial Necklace " C "
Initial Necklace " C "
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H 2 in W 0.5 in D 1 in L 1 in
Initial Necklace "D"
Located in Dubai, AE
. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial Necklace "D"
Initial Necklace "D"
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H 2 in W 0.5 in D 1 in L 1 in
Initial Necklace " E "
Located in Dubai, AE
product. Contact us for more detailed info. 18 k gold and 14k gold and colour options.
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2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

Initial Necklace " E "
Initial Necklace " E "
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W 0.5 in L 1 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link
Located in Torrance, CA
crafted in 15k yellow gold (pendant) and 9k yellow gold (chain), dating to the late 1880s to 1900s
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Plated .925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
and 18 inches for the perfect fit for you. This beautiful necklace includes 18” rolo chain with
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold

Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloche Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
: Romance Material: 18k yellow gold, matt vintage finish Enamel: Vitreous blue guilloche enamel with two 18
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2010s German Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

High-End 18k Rose Gold Genuine Imperial Jadeite Jade Pendant & Brooch Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
* 28.04 mm * 9.26 mm Chain Style: 18 k rose solid Rolo gold chain W 1.910 g Primary Stone Type: Genuine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Customized Gold Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat, Letters, Symbols, of Your Choice
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Gold Bracelet 18 K Single or Double chain Also possible to make as a Ring, Necklace,Earrings or
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Modern Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gol...

Butterfly 18k White Gold Genuine Imperial Jadeite Pendant & Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Portland, OR
Chain Style: 18 k rose solid Rolo gold chain W 1.910 g Primary Stone Type: Genuine Imperial Jadeite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Ubaldi Gioielli 18 Karat Gold Equestrian Necklace Horse Bit Diamonds Waterfall
Located in Mestre Venezia, IT
” Diamonds Necklace Handcrafted “Horse bit” necklace in rose gold 18 k. Rolo chains in rose gold 18 k
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Ubaldi Gioielli 18k Gold Equestrian Necklace Horsebit Fusion Horseshoe Diamonds
Located in Mestre Venezia, IT
bit” collier in white and rose gold 18 k. Rolo chain in rose gold 18 k. Pendant in white gold with
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Ubaldi Gioielli 18k Gold Equestrian Necklace Horsebit Fusion Horseshoe Diamonds
Located in Mestre Venezia, IT
bit” collier in white and rose gold 18 k. Rolo chain in rose gold 18 k. Pendant in white gold with
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2010s Italian Arts and Crafts Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

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18 K Rose Gold Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18 k rose gold chain necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 138 vintage or 648 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a 18 k rose gold chain 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18 k rose gold chain necklace over the years, but those made by Cartier, Pomellato and Georgios Collections Inc are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any 18 k rose gold chain necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 452 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 18 k rose gold chain necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 18 K Rose Gold Chain Necklace?

The price for a 18 k rose gold chain necklace starts at $297 and tops out at $211,200 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,982.

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.