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18ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Luxurious 18ct 750 Gold peridot grass green gemstone & 0.12 carat diamond necklace made
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Late 20th Century British Regency 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Peridot, Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Necklace
18ct Gold Necklace
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L 16 in
Antique Edwardian 0.25ct Diamond 18ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
diamond is meticulously set in a classic 15ct yellow gold crown setting with an 18ct gold ring. Our expert
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20th Century English Edwardian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold

Vivianna Torun Bülow-hube 18ct Gold Necklace #904 Designed for Georg Jensen
By Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe
Located in Bruxelles, BE
most famous Swedish goldsmith. A 18ct neckring is referenced under #904 in the original 1972 Georg
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1970s Danish Modernist 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

18ct 750 Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Lariat Design Beaded Necklace Dated 1990s Fully Hallmarked on Necklace by Clasp by
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Late 20th Century Cypriot Art Deco 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

Vintage 18ct 750 Gold Necklace
18ct 750 Gold Necklace
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L 19.25 in
18ct Gold Opal Necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Opal Pendant with Matching 18ct Gold Chain . Rare Vintage Design with timeless appeal
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1970s Unknown Art Deco 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Opal, Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Opal Necklace
18ct Gold Opal Necklace
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W 0.04 in L 16.01 in
18ct 750 Gold Antique Necklace
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct 750 Gold Maltese Filigree Cross Cross is Deep yellow Gold with a seamless jump ring
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1960s Swedish Artisan 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

18ct 750 Gold Vintage Necklace
18ct 750 Gold Antique Necklace
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L 18 in
Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Butterfly Necklace 18ct Gold (yellow & white) Circa 1950’s Pretty Little Vintage
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Mid-20th Century English 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
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H 0.59 in W 0.82 in
18ct Gold Flat Snake 17" Necklace
Located in London, GB
Stunning Flat Snake necklace which is 18ct Gold made in Egypt exported to Italy gorgeously
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Late 20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Flat Snake 17" Necklace
18ct Gold Flat Snake 17" Necklace
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W 0.12 in L 17.01 in
Cartier 17 ct. Diamond Tennis Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Diamond Tennis Necklace made in 18k Yellow Gold with round diamonds weighing appx. 17.50
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

5 CT Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An extraordinary 18K yellow gold diamond pendant necklace. Mounted on a rectangular silver base
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Graff 1.74 Ct. Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace, 18k White Gold
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Graff 1.74 ct. Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace. Length of the pendant is 1". Made in
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl 11, 50 ct Diamond 18 kt Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant necklace in 18kt white and yellow gold composed of
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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

Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Total Weight of Diamonds: 1.50 carat (stamped on back of pendant) Size: The 18K white gold necklace
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Mid-20th Century Modern 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
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H 0.69 in Dm 0.25 in L 18 in
18 kt. White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace with 0.80 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace with 0.80 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: brilliant cut
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20th Century European Artisan 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace with 0.80 ct. Diamonds
18 kt. White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace with 0.80 ct. Diamonds
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W 0.71 in D 0.13 in L 1.19 in
18ct Yellow and White Gold Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a really lovely piece of luxurious modern British jewellery. Crafted out of 18ct gold, it
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1990s British Modern 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Gold Vintage Italian Pearl & Coral bead necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Beaded Choker Necklace & Matching earrings Comprises of Natural Coral & Naturally
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1980s European 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 0.50ct Diamond and 18ct White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond necklace setting is suspended from an 18 ct white gold snake style necklace, securing to the
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, White Gold

Lapponia 18ct Gold Diamond 'Legato' Pendant Necklace, 1977
By Lapponia
Located in Glasgow, GB
A 18ct yellow and white gold 0.19ct diamond 'Legato' pendant necklace designed by Juhani Linnovaara
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1970s Finnish Modern 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 kt. White Gold Degradé Tennis Necklace with 7.31 ct. Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant Degradé 18 kt. White Gold Tennis Necklace with 7.31 ct. Diamonds Diamonds: Beautiful
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20th Century European Artisan 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18ct Gold 'Paperclip' Long Chain Necklace 1977
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
18ct yellow gold 'Paperclip' long chain necklace by Cartier, 1977. The chain is formed of uniform
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Late 20th Century English 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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18k Gold

Cartier 18ct Gold 'Paperclip' Long Chain Necklace 1977
Cartier 18ct Gold 'Paperclip' Long Chain Necklace 1977
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W 0.03 in Dm 9.64 in L 31.5 in
18ct Gold Religious Italian Pendant & 18ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
hallmark stamp on reverse of pendant and on Chain Stamped 750 AUR - which is solid 18ct Gold as necklace
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Mid-20th Century Italian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Necklace 18ct White Gold Circa 1940’s Gorgeous, Vintage White Gold Necklace
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Mid-20th Century English 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct 750 Gold Cross & 18ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Cross Pendant & 18ct 750 Gold 15" Chain Pendant is Stamped 18k on the round bail
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1960s Cypriot Modern 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

Vintage 18ct White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Necklace 18ct White Gold Circa 1940’s Gorgeous, Vintage White Gold Necklace
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Mid-20th Century European 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Platinum, Sapphire & Diamond Harlequin Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Harlequin Necklace 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1980’s Beautiful, vintage necklace. Set
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Late 20th Century European 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold 0.36ct Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Step back in time with our Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace, a stunning piece that
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1970s English Retro 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
connoisseurs of TITANIC movie aesthetics. This is the mind blowing 14 K white gold pendant with one prong set
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20th Century Russian Empire 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
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W 0.76 in D 0.48 in L 0.81 in
Unique 55.80 Ct Natural Sapphire 15.00 Ct 1970 Curb Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
’s as unique of solid 18 KT gold– Italian origin Weighs 80.6 grams Appealing design in vogue at the
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1970s European Contemporary 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold 19.8" Chain Bright Yellow Gold Circa 1990s Thickness 1.5 mm millimeters Stamped with
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Late 20th Century Italian Classical Roman 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Gold Chain
18ct Gold Chain
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L 19.8 in
Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Located in London, GB
heavy curb links in polished 18ct yellow gold making a seventeen inch necklace, with a concealed clasp
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Late 20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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18k Gold

Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
Verdura Classic 18ct Gold Curb Link Necklace Circa 1970s
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W 0.79 in Dm 5.39 in L 16.93 in
Bulgari Monete 18ct Yellow Gold And Black Leather Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
set into a rounded 18ct yellow gold bezel setting. The coin is suspended from a black leather cord
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Late 20th Century Italian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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18k Gold

Natural Coral Starfish Pendant Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Diamonds 0.40 Ct
Located in BARI, IT
Natural coral pendant in the shape of a starfish, mounted in 18 kt white gold with 0.40 ct diamonds
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1990s Italian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Coral, White Gold

18ct Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 Gold Pendant Far Eastern Design Great condition Like New Fully Hallmarked on Bail . Laser
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Mid-20th Century Indian Artisan 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

18ct Gold Pendant
18ct Gold Pendant
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W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
18ct 750 White Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond 1970s Necklace
Located in London, GB
18ct 750 White Gold Pendant adorned with a 0.10 Carat Diamond Solitaire which is very lively Fully
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Mid-20th Century European Modernist 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, White Gold

18ct 750 White Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond 1970s Necklace
18ct 750 White Gold 0.10 Carat Diamond 1970s Necklace
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W 5.91 in D 1.58 in L 3.94 in
Vintage GIA Certified 6.5Ct Ceylon Sapphire & 32 Ct Diamond Necklace 18K W Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GIA Certified 6.5 Carat Ceylon Sapphire & 32 Carat Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White
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1990s 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 48.83 Ct Aquamarine 4.25 Ct Diamond Rare 18 Kt /Plat Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
round cuts giving life to a timeless art piece Solid 18 KT gold Platinum topped Articulated with natural
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1930s European Art Deco 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style 7.90 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
crafted of solid 18 KT gold in a sophisticate geometric links patter richly set with a selection of 480
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace with Quality Lustre in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
7.5mm-8mmCultured Pearl Necklace,With Quality Lustre With 18ct Yellow Gold Clasp Additional
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20th Century British 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. an 18ct Gold Graduated Bead Necklace, circa 1980s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold bead necklace by Tiffany & Co, circa 1980s, the 16” necklace formed of fifty round
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Late 20th Century American 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. an 18ct Gold Graduated Bead Necklace, circa 1980s
Tiffany & Co. an 18ct Gold Graduated Bead Necklace, circa 1980s
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W 0.39 in Dm 5.15 in L 16.15 in
18ct Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace 4.7g
Located in Southampton, GB
Condition: Good with mild/light scratches Material: 18ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked: Stamped 750. Tests
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

1960S GIA 62.25 Ct Cabochon Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Tassel Lariat Rope Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
necklace, with a lariat style with two tassel pendants. Crafted in solid 18K white gold with 18K Yellow
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1960s 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow & White Gold, 1930s Aquamarine Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1930s This exquisite pendant necklace is
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Mid-20th Century European 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century 2.80 Ct Diamond Necklace Signed Fontana 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Timeless vintage Jewellery This beautiful Diamond necklace is hand fabricated in rich 18K yellow
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Mid Century 2.80 Ct Diamond Necklace Signed Fontana 18 KT
Mid Century 2.80 Ct Diamond Necklace Signed Fontana 18 KT
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H 1.11 in W 1.03 in L 16.74 in
Late Deco 13.10 Ct Diamond Riviere Necklace Platinum 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
18 Kt white gold Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 27 baguette cut diamonds totaling approx 9.20 Ct (larger
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1930s European Art Deco 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Kt Yellow Gold and 5.6 Ct Diamond Collar/Choker Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
opulence of white diamonds, weighing approximately 5.6 carats , all finely mounted in 18 karat yellow gold
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1990s 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura 18ct Yellow Gold and Round Brilliant Diamond 'Regatta' Necklace
By Verdura
Located in London, GB
A beautiful gold and diamond ‘Regatta’ necklace by Verdura, c.1970s, the bib-style necklace of
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Late 20th Century American 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Matching Earrings & Necklace Set in 18ct White Gold with Citrines & Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Matching Earrings & Necklace, Set In 18ct White Gold, With Citrines & Diamonds On a 18ct White
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.40ct Necklace Set with 5 Natural Rubies in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
18ct Yellow Gold Necklace Set With 5 Natural Rubies, 8.40ct Additional Information: Total Weight
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Hermes Simple Stylish 18ct White Gold Woven Torque Necklace, Circa 1990
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
An 18ct white gold torque style necklace by Hermes c.1990s, the round, solid torque necklace formed
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Late 20th Century French 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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18k Gold, White Gold

Double-Strand Black Onyx Beaded Necklace With 18ct Gold Clasp
Located in Dubai, DU
18ct gold seals the deal, further accented with a little under half a carat of 15 round brilliant-cut
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Sidney Garber's Vintage 35 Ct Diamond Bridal Necklace 18 Karat White Gold 60 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Sidney Garber's Vintage 35 Ct Diamond Bridal Necklace 18 Karat White Gold 60 Gm One of our premium
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1950s 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct Gold Box Chain
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Vintage Italian 18ct 750 Gold 24.25" Box Chain Italian province mark 13VI origin
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Mid-20th Century Italian Late Victorian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Gold

18ct Gold Box Chain
18ct Gold Box Chain
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L 24.25 in
Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond and pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Heart Necklace Platinum & 18ct White Gold Circa 1900 This intricate necklace
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20th Century English Edwardian 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified, No Heat, 60 Ct Pink Sapphire & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Kt
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified, No Heat, Medagaskar natural 60 Ct Pink Sapphire & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mediterranean Natural Dusty Pinkish Red Coral 18K 18ct 750 Gold Necklace
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
natural coral of 4.5mm x 9.9mm within 18K yellow gold frame/setting Total length of the necklace: 58.5cm
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1950s Italian Retro 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

18ct White Gold, 2.2ct Diamond Segmented Pave Set Astrological Pendant Necklace
By Ileana Makri
Located in London, GB
The 18ct white gold segmented pave’ set necklace suspending an astrological pendant - appears as an
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1990s Greek Artist 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Carat Yellow Gold and 6 Ct Diamond Collar/Choker Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
opulence of white diamonds, weighing approximately 6 carats , all finely mounted in 18 karat yellow gold
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1990s 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Contemporary Leo Pizzo G VVS 4.50 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Necklace
By Leo Pizzo
Located in Napoli, IT
condition Lovely necklace very wearable at any occasion Metal: 18 Kt white gold Hallmarks: assay – maker
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1990s Italian Contemporary 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Contemporary Leo Pizzo G VVS 4.50 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Necklace
Contemporary Leo Pizzo G VVS 4.50 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Necklace
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H 2.76 in W 0.63 in L 15.75 in
110 Carat Tear Drop Green Tourmaline and 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
110 Carat Tear Drop Green Tourmaline & 25 Ct Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Karat white Gold This
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20th Century 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Pendant Necklace in 18ct Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A vintage Van Cleef & Arpels onyx disk pendant necklace in 18-karat yellow gold, circa 1970. The
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20th Century British 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage

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Onyx, Yellow Gold

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18ct Gold Necklace Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18ct gold necklace vintage for your needs in our varied inventory. 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. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing 18ct gold necklace vintage — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef & Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 18ct gold necklace vintage can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 16, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a 18ct gold necklace vintage for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18ct Gold Necklace Vintage?

On average, a 18ct gold necklace vintage at 1stDibs sells for $3,266, while they’re typically $974 on the low end and $38,000 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.