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Carrera y Carrera Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Wilmington, DE
Necklace Ruedo collection 18 Kt Yellow Gold with 11 Diamonds 18 Kt Gold Chain with a Toggle Clasp
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2010s Spanish Artist Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Carrera y Carrera Necklace
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Carrera y Carrera 18K Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting vintage 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace  From a well-distinguished
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1990s Spanish Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold

Amy Y 18K, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Midnight Crescent Moon
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
painted enamel and diamond crescent moon and stars pendant necklace. This one-of-a-kind contemporary
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amy Y 18K, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Midnight Crescent Moon
Amy Y 18K, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Midnight Crescent Moon
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H 1.5 in W 1.13 in D 0.07 in Dm 1.5 in L 1.5 in
Amy Y 18K Gold, Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Aspen'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y’s 18K-yellow gold, diamond encrusted Australian boulder opal pendant necklace is a one-of-a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amy Y 18K Gold, Bouder Opal and Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Emily'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's boulder opal and diamond contemporary pendant necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece for all
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Amy Y 18K Gold, Boulder Opal and Diamond Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Claire'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's boulder opal and diamond contemporary pendant necklace is a one-of-a-kind piece for all
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Amy Y 18K Gold, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Leo Zodiac 'Noah'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's gorgeous, contemporary Zodiac Leo pendant necklace 'Noah' is forever archived in 18K white
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Amy Y 18K Gold, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Leo Zodiac 'Noah'
Amy Y 18K Gold, Diamond, Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace Leo Zodiac 'Noah'
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H 2.25 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 2.5 in L 2.25 in
Carrera Y Carrera 18k White Gold Erotic Couple Intertwined Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful erotic necklace crafted by famed designer Carrera Y Carrera. The necklace is crafted in
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Amy Y 14.00ct Boulder Opal, Diamond and 18K-Rose Gold Pendant Necklace 'Aspen'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's stunning 14.00ct. Boulder opal, diamond and 18K-rose gold pendant necklace 'Aspen' is
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k 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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Sculpted Lady's Face Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in La Jolla, CA
Carrera y Carrera Sculpted Face Pendant Necklace with Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold Sculpted Face
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond & Pearl Eagle's Talons Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
This beautiful and meaningful two-toned necklace from Carrera y Carrera is perfect for someone
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Peacock Necklace 18k White Gold Iolite Tsavorite Garnet 17"
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Carrera y Carrera peacock necklace crafted in 18 karat white gold. The pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Iolite, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Hand Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold and White Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold 10.59 gm White Diamonds 0.15cttw Necklace Made In Spain Retail $5,200.00
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Early 2000s Spanish Drop Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Baile Mariposa Butterfly Diamond Topaz 18k Necklace & Earrings
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful necklace and earring set crafted by famed designer Carrera Y Carrera. The set is
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Carrera y Carrera necklace with pendant, Nude Woman, 18 Karat Gold with Diamond
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Berlin, DE
Carrera y Carrera necklace, necklace with pendant in the form of a nude woman, 18k gold with
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20th Century Spanish Necklace Enhancers

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

Carrera y Carrera 0.15 Carat, Spirit Cintas Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Signed by Carrera y Carrera, a beautiful piece of art crafted in 18K Yellow Gold with 0.15 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Striking Art Deco Style 18 K White Gold Y Necklace Iolites Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Simple yet striking this Art Deco Style 18 K white Gold Necklace featruing 19 violet blue Iolites
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Diamond 18k yellow Gold Moon Child Pendant Chain Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
 crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold. The moon is accented with (4) Round cut, genuine Diamonds, Weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Southampton, PA
This Carrera y Carrera necklace is crafted from 18K white gold and weighs 12 grams. The necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Aqua Diamond Gold Lariat Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic authentic Carrera y Carrera Paisley lariat necklace featuring bold motifs linked by delicate
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Aqua Diamond Gold Lariat Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic authentic Carrera y Carrera Paisley lariat necklace featuring bold motifs linked by delicate
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Horse Themed Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful creation from famed designer Carrera Y Carrera. Crafted in 18k yellow gold this horse
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Late 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface
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1990s Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Y Necklace #15228
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Y Necklace This gorgeous Y necklace is crafted from 18K yellow gold that would
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Y Necklace #15228
18K Yellow Gold Y Necklace #15228
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L 16.75 in
Carrera Y Carrera Aqua Diamond Kogolong Yellow Gold Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Aqua Diamond Kogolong Necklace by Carrera Y Carrera. With 114 round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Amy Y Opal, Diamond and Sapphire Contemporany Gecko Pendant Necklace 'Rex'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y’s 18K gold, opal, diamond and sapphire pendant necklace embraces the earth’s desert friends
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
-kind 18K-white and 22K-yellow gold, painted enamel contemporary pendant necklace. Dreams do come true
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
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H 1.5 in W 1.13 in D 0.07 in Dm 1.75 in L 1.5 in
Amy Y 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Bird Wreath'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
designed 18K-yellow gold and diamond bird wreath pendant necklace. Undoubtedly sentimental and charming
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Bird Wreath'
Amy Y 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Bird Wreath'
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H 1.25 in W 1.25 in D 0.07 in L 1.25 in
Cervin Blanc DIAMOND INITIAL K NECKLACE IN 18CT GOLD
Located in Ilford, GB
DIAMOND INITIAL NECKLACE 18CT Y/G H SI2 Weight: 1.4g
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chain Necklaces

Amy Y 18 Karat Rose Gold, Diamond and Enamel Contemporary Necklace 'Amelia'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's 18K-rose gold, diamond, and hand-painted enamel contemporary 22" necklace is a one-of-a
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2010s American Contemporary More Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Ginkgo Black Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Ginkgo Pendant Necklace by Carrera Y Carrera. Details: Measurements
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold

Amy Y Citrine, Diamond, Enamel, 18 Karat Gold Horse Pendant Necklace 'Pascal'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's one-of-a-kind diamond and 18K-yellow gold and diamond-winged horse is encased in a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Amy Y 18K Gold, Platinum, Diamond, Topaz, Enamel Horse in Stone Pendant 'Wynne'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's 18K rose gold, platinum, diamond, blue topaz painted enamel horse pendant necklace is a one
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold

Carrera y Carrera Love 18k Yellow Gold Pendant, 10076564
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. This piece is decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Gardenia 18k Yellow Gold Pendant, 10076386
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. The floral yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Layla'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's respect and love of nature is wondrously depicted in her one-of-a-kind designed 18K-rose
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Layla'
Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Layla'
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in L 1.15 in
Carrera y Carrera Alegori 18K White Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10068436
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Carrera y Carrera 18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Camila'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y's respect and love of nature is wondrously depicted in her one-of-a-kind designed 18K-yellow
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Camila'
Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Love Birds on a Vine Pendant Necklace 'Camila'
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in D 0.75 in L 1.13 in
Carrera y Carrera Diamond Cornicello Italian Horn with Crown 18k Yellow Gold
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
One of a kind design from famed designer Carrera y Carrera. The necklace is crafted in the form
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Late 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Gold Carrara Y Carrara Pendant Drop Necklace from the Butterfly Collection
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Gold Carrara Y Carrara pendant drop Necklace from the Butterfly Collection with
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Garzas 18k Yellow Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10069463
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. Two figures of 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origen 18k Yellow Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10068457
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. This piece is decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origen 18k White Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10070581
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. The pendant set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Gardenia 18k Yellow Gold & Pearl Pendant, 10076407
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. It is decorated with
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Orquideas 18k Yellow Gold & Ruby Pendant, 10076575
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold Rolo chain with lobster claw lock. Orchid-shaped pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Origen 18k Yellow Gold & Amethyst Pendant, 10068460
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K Yellow Gold pendant. 18K Yellow Gold double chain with lobster claw lock. The pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Mosaico 18k White Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10076491
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. The face side has a
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Gardenia 18k White Gold & Sapphire Pendant, 10070330
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. This piece has a flower
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Carrera y Carrera 0.11 Carat Total Diamond Bezel Set Solitario My Angel Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
Solitario "My Angel" Necklace set in bezel made with 18K White Gold. Available in yellow gold. Roman
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrara Y Carrara Rose Cut Diamond 18k Gold Twin Cherub Gemini Pin Pendant
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite highly collectible Carrera Y Carrera, a high display of craftmanship, featuring two twin
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace and Earring Set
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
y Cerrera necklace and earring set. Fashioned in the Carrera y Carrera iconic tiger design, 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Cross Lariat Necklace Diamond Lariat Necklace Cross Y Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Lariat Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Carrera Y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panther Necklace with 2.88 Carat Diamonds
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
panther necklace is the perfect example of Carrera's iconic designs. This elegant and timeless 18
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1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrara Y Carrara Aqua Reversible 18k White Gold & Diamonds Pendant, 10071991
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. This pedant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Hoja Seca 18k White Gold & Sapphire Pendant, 10070457
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. The pendant is set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

Carrera y Carrera Prisma 18k White Gold with Diamonds Pendant, 10068446
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. The semicircle pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

18K White Gold .95 CTW Diamond Circle "Y" Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
18k white gold .95 CTW diamond circle "Y" necklace. The diamonds in the necklace are all round, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Gold Pearl Twist Necklace with .62 Carat Diamond Hand
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
brand. The pearl necklace is designed with 8 strands of cultured pearls 4.7mm x 2.8mm. Tiny 18 kt
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1990s Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Carrera y Carrera Sol y Sombra Diamond Sun Necklace Estate 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed estate Carrera y Carrera diamond 'Sol y Sombra' necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18k Y Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k y necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment 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. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k y necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 18k y necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Carrera y Carrera, Amy Y and Marco Bicego are consistently popular. While most can agree that any 18k y necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 230 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 brilliant cut cut and pear cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 18k y necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18k Y Necklace?

On average, a 18k y necklace at 1stDibs sells for $4,925, while they’re typically $297 on the low end and $75,000 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.