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Multi-Color Tourmaline and Pavè Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bead Chain Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
shaped bead pendant necklace. There are approximately 3.5 carats total of colorful Tourmaline in this
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dainty Necklace 6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design collection , a dainty and pretty beaded 6.5 karats necklace made with 18
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2010s Italian Romantic Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.51 Karat Bead Cut Sapphire Little Hearts Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
nice necklace handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and embellished with a Blue Sapphire bead that fits
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2010s Italian Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.56 Karat Bead Cut Red Ruby Little Hearts Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
necklace handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and embellished with a Red Ruby bead that fits every outfit
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tourmaline Beaded Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
has a clasp made out of 18K Yellow Gold. This versatile necklace can be worn alone or used as a chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
physical heart. Details: 6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Arizona Turquoise Bead Chain Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Fine Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
. :- 0.25 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Turquoise Bead Wt. :- 4.94 Ct. Necklace Length
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 45 Karat Emeralds Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style 45karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace Sautoir. Every
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Dainty 45 Karat Emeralds Green Shade 18 Karat Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
: Dainty 45 Karat Emeralds Green Shade 18 Karat Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace Sautoir
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 45 Karat Emeralds Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Art Deco Style 45karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace Sautoir. Every
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Cut Emerald Hammered Little Hearts Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Design Collection Unisex 18 Karat Yellow Gold 0.50 Carats Bead Emerald Hammered Little Hearts Chain
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2010s Italian Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Beads 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rubies Chain Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. The necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with filigree processing made up of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Beaded Necklace This lovely necklace features 11 white gold
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Gold

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold. Material: 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k ...

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. Material: 18K Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold,...

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Silver Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat Silver Gold. Material: 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Crystal, Diamond, W...

Gurhan Natural Coral Draped Beaded Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Gurhan
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful necklace from Gurhan features natural coral that drapes from an 18 karat yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.45 Carat Bead Cut Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Little Hearts Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
request for you. Details: 0.45 Carat Bead Cut Aquamarine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Little Hearts Chain Necklace
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 18 Karat Gold 45 Carat Emeralds Twisted Chain Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Style 45 carats Green Emeralds 18 Karats Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace Sautoir
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Deco Style 7.5 Carat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Chain Beaded Necklace A beautiful beaded 7.5 Carats necklace made with 18 karats yellow gold and
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2010s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Beaded Ball Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
In honor of #PrideMonth, Sunita presents a rainbow beaded necklace which elegantly dangles. In
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Peridot, Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz...

Ladies 18 Karat Diamond and Emerald Long Beaded Chain Necklace 28.32 Carat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Gorgeous Emerald and Diamond Bead Necklace consists of sixty-five (65) Diamonds with a clarity of
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Dainty Beaded Necklace 6.5 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Links Chain Beaded Necklace
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Necklace Beads Link Bracelet Blue Chalcedony 18 Karat Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant chalcedony bracelet has been joined to a length of 18 karat gold chain in an absolute
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Antique 1880s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold

18 karat Gold and Coral Necklace.
Located in Jerusalem, IL
Victorian Pear Shaped Coral Beads , along with other old coral beads all strung on a 18 karat gold Chain
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2010s Israeli Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

Chain Necklace Turquoises Malachites Diopsides Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
The timeless splendor of our magnificent necklace in 18-carat yellow gold. This exceptional jewel
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Malachite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed 18 Karat Gold and Lapis Beaded Rope Length Necklace by Filippini Fratteli
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Italian 18 karat gold and Lapis Lazuli beaded rope length necklace. Made by Filippini
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20th Century Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

Handcrafted Ugolini 3Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnets Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Handcrafted Ugolini 3 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnets Beaded Necklace Here there is an
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace.Handmade by our artisans assembled with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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

14 Karat Gold Multicolor Akoya Pearl Bead Thin Chain Layer Dainty Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
14K yellow gold Akoya cultured 3-4 mm 18" (Adjustable 16-18 Chain length) Pearl Quality - AAA
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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

Alex Jona Floating Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold chain necklace featuring 3
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine & Rhodolite Beaded Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
: 9.03g, 18K yellow gold. Pendant Length: 4.1 inch. Chain Details: 1mm thick box chain, 18K yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Garnet, Rhodolite, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamo...

14 Karat White Gold White Akoya Pearl Bead Thin Chain Layer Dainty Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
14K white gold Akoya cultured 3-6.5mm 18" (Adjustable 16-18 Chain length) Pearl Quality - AAA
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

14 Karat White Gold Multicolor Akoya Pearl Bead Thin Chain Layer Dainty Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
14K white gold Akoya cultured 3-4 mm 18" (Adjustable 16-18 Chain length) Pearl Quality - AAA
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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

Chain Necklace Diamond Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
enchanting jewel is destined to captivate every eye. The necklace features an 18-carat yellow gold chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peridot & Lemon Quartz Beaded Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
: 8.55g, 18K yellow gold. Pendant Length: 3.9 inch. Chain Details: 1mm thick box chain, 18K yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow ...

Burmese Red Spinel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace, featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Spinel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PANIM Beads Diamond 2 Layer Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
Panim Beads Diamond 2 layer Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold In this necklace Beads diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Alex Jona Keshi Grey Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold, 51.18 in /130 cm long
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Slightly Hammered "Little Hearts" Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
separately. A nice necklace handcrafted in 18 karats yellow gold and embellished with a Blue Sapphire bead
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2010s Italian Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Modern Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Choker necklace of cultured pearls, shaded white orient. The clasp is a 18 karat yellow gold pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Emerald, Diamond and 22 Karat Gold Beaded Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
gold. Hand-made double chain of gold at the back and and optional length of 16 - 18" (measuring the
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold

Cynthia Bach 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Beaded Necklace
By Cynthia Bach
Located in Philadelphia, PA
beads connected with white gold chain and toggle clasp. Simply an wonderful necklace from a great maker
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cynthia Bach 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Beaded Necklace
Cynthia Bach 18 Karat White Gold Filigree Beaded Necklace
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Sylva et Cie 18k Gold & Carnelian Bead Graduated Bullet Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine gold and carnelian bead bullet chain necklace. In 18 karat yellow gold. With a tumbled
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Hollow Beaded Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 karat gold link chain. The necklace is 18 inches long. Stamped on the spring ring and the
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Briolette-Cut Black Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold necklace with black rhodium
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, White Gold

Alex Jona Faceted Pink Sapphire 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain necklace with pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace alternating
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace alternating
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Cultured Pearls Opals 18 Karat White Gold Clasp Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
beads. The clasp is in 18 Karat white gold, eagle-head hallmark, ratchet with safety chain. It is
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2010s French Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Handcrafted Ugolini 3 Karat Emerald 18Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Beaded Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Handcrafted Ugolini 3 Karat Emeralds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Garnets Beaded Necklace Here there is an
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PANIM White Diamond Beads & Sapphire Tri Layer Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM White Diamond Beads & Sapphire Tri Layer Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold In this necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Rossella Ugolini Art Deco Style 45-Karat Emerald Sautoir Beaded Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
of light and color. The necklace is a fusion of craftsmanship and beauty, made from 18-karat yellow
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique necklace is ratchet with safety chain in 18 karat yellow gold. The latter is set with a cameo on
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14W Pearl Bead Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat white gold pearl necklace. This necklace features alternating small white pearl
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1990s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14W Pearl Bead Chain
14W Pearl Bead Chain
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Alex Jona Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace alternating
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Beaded Curb Chain, 14 Karat Solid Yellow Gold, Best Selling Gold Chain, 14 Karat
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
karat rose gold. This chain is 18 inches long but it can also be ordered in 16, 20 or 24 inch lengths
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Diamond & Opal Station Necklace with "Peperomia" Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
center opal stations. The leaves are 18 karat gold, hand-finished and signed by Eytan. The necklace
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat Gold Bead Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18 karat gold bead chain necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 18 karat gold bead 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18 karat gold bead chain necklace over the years, but those made by Eytan Brandes, Rossella Ugolini and Kent Raible are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any 18 karat gold bead chain necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 420 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18 karat gold bead chain necklace, 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 18 Karat Gold Bead Chain Necklace?

On average, a 18 karat gold bead chain necklace at 1stDibs sells for $2,976, while they’re typically $149 on the low end and $230,000 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.