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18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Necklace Marine Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace in 18k White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate dainty anchor charm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Ocean Necklace Dainty Diamond Minimalist
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Pendant Necklace Delicate Necklace Pave Round Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Pendant Necklace is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Gold Cross Anchor Necklace Sea Life Diamond Pendant Ocean Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Anchor Necklace with Micro Pave Natural Diamond made of 18k solid gold. Available in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Anchor Chain Necklace 18" - 18k Marine
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Diamond Cut Anchor Necklace Style: Chain Fastening
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Ocean Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in two colors (White Gold + Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Anchor Chain Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
yellow gold anchor chain is 35" of continuous power and style. Signed Hermes Paris. Circa 1975-85.
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Sodalite Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
limited edition! Necklace length: 18 Inches Materials: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Sodalite Available in
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
limited edition! Necklace length: 18 Inches Materials: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Agate Available in
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Onyx Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
limited edition! Necklace length: 18 Inches Materials: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstone: Onyx Available in
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Choker Necklace of 18k White and Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Bilbao, ES
two bracelets from the same collection The white gold and diamond bracelet Weights 18 grams and has
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique English Gold Long Necklace of Anchor Chain Links
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold long necklace of anchor chain links, completed by a hinged clasp
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Anchor Link Necklace
Located in Cape Town, ZA
This stunning yet simplistic necklace is 41cm in length weighs 5.3grams. The anchor link chain is
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Engraved Anchor / Marine Links 60cm Chain, Spain 1980's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
60 cm long, featuring beautifully engraved Anchor / Marine Links that measure 5mm x 2.5mm
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Vintage 1980s Spanish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold White Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Polished Heart Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - 6 Diamonds 0.09 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished heart-shaped locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Necklace 16 inch Anchor link Chain 2.5 mm The Pendant spins freely on the hand made chain
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Gorgon & Anchor Coin Pendant in 18kt Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Gorgon and Anchor drachm coin Pendant in 18kt gold. The drachma was one of the world's earliest
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Gorgon & Anchor Coin Pendant in 18kt Gold
Gorgon & Anchor Coin Pendant in 18kt Gold
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H 1.25 in W 1.07 in D 0.19 in
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold, Hallmar Collection byVictor Mayer, measurements app
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.91 in L 17.72 in
Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Symbolizing Hope, the anchor became a popular motif for jewelry in
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Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Anchor Pendant with Lapis
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W 1.25 in L 2.38 in
Italian Yellow and White Gold Anchor Pendant with Sapphire
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Yellow and White Gold Anchor Pendant with Sapphire is a striking piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

2.08 Carats Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 2.08 Carats Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Set Necklace. Featuring one octagonal step cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HRD Antwerp Certified 1.00 Carat Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Darmstadt, DE
in 18k White Gold with Anchor Chain 42cm. Elegant Solitaire Diamond Necklace with round cut diamond
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2010s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victor Mayer Necklace Chain 18k Yellow Gold 46 cm Signature Gold Tag
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
: 18k yellow gold Dimensions: 46 cm lenght Special features: lobster clasp. Additional eye to shorten
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable polished locket pendant necklace, 18k white gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Faraone 18k Gold Coin Necklace Gunmetal Italy Estate Jewelry
By Faraone
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Faraone 18k gold coin necklace with gunmetal links. The necklace comprises oval gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold

Drop Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Petrol Blue Enamel Dimensions
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, petrol blue vitreous enamel, Dew Drop
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Victor Mayer Necklace Chain 18k White Gold 45 cm Signature Gold Tag
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Mayer Reference: V1712/00/00/01/10145 Material: 18k white gold Dimensions: 45 cm lenght Special
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin Anchor Pendent with Diamonds 001629AWCHX0
By Roberto Coin
Located in Wilmington, DE
Roberto Coin Anchor Pendent with Diamonds 18k White Gold Diamonds 0.15 Carat Total Weight Chain
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace Artemis 18k white and yellow gold (base for enamel disc), amber
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
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H 1.08 in W 1.08 in Dm 1.08 in L 17.72 in
Ippolita 18k Gold Necklace with Gemstones Inlay Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Ippolita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique Ippolita necklace made of 18k yellow gold and gemstones. The necklace is composed of a
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tonneau Shape - 18k White Gold - Pendant Locket Necklace with Rounded Corners
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer tonneau (oblong) shaped pendant locket necklace with rounded corners, 18k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent Blue Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly - 18k Rose Gold - Opalescent Pink Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k rose gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

18k Large and heavy necklace by Hans Markl, set with smoky topaz and tourmaline.
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Berlin, Germany, 1944 Design: Max Esser (1885 – 1945) – German Sculptor
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Vintage 1940s German Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Oval Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Red Guilloche Enamel Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, Paillons
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, turquoise
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER - 18k yellow gold - Hallmark Collection, 8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Green Enamel Guiolloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer disc pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Discos Collection, emerald green vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, opalescent white vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace - Hallmark Collection - 18k Rose Gold - 8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Heart Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold White Gold Enamel 4 Diamonds 0.8ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold and white gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Customizable Oval Polished Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold 23.0*32.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval polished locket pendant necklace 18k rose gold, Hallmark collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Aquamarine and Enamel Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow & White Gold 0.03 Ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer pendant necklace 18k yellow gold white gold, Cocktail collection, royal blue vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Green Tourmaline & Enamel Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 5 Diamonds 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer pendant necklace, Cocktail collection, 18k yellow gold white gold, emerald green
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Turquoise Enamel Guilloche 30 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace 18k white gold, Trance Collection, translucent turquoise
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection by Victor Mayer, petrol blue
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Rubellite & Pearls
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, matt finish, Romance Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rubelite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The vintage chain consists of eighteen
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1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold with pale blue and dark blue vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Square Era Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold - Diamond 0.04ct - 1 Prasiolite Cab.
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant necklace 18k white gold, Era Collection, 1 diamond, total 0.04
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Opalescent White Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Customizable Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold - 151 Diamonds 4.18 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace 18k rose gold, Calima Collection, 151
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Bvlgari Enigma Pave Diamond 18k White Gold Ring & Necklace Pendant 17"
By Bulgari
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gold Diamond encrusted Lip Pendant attached Necklace Includes 17" 18k White Gold Anchor Chain w
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Round Pendant Locket Necklace 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 1 Diamond
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round locket pendant necklace in 18k white gold with royal blue vitreous enamel and 1
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21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Oval Ornamented Pendant Locket Necklace 18k Rose Gold 2 Diamonds Pink Tourmaline
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval Art Nouveau pendant locket necklace 18k rose gold, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct, G
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Customizable Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - 23.0 mm x 32.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Hallmark Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Disc Pendant Necklace Star - 18k White Gold - Turquoise Enamel 24 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round disc pendant necklace with star 18k white gold, Diskos Collection, translucent
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21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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18k Gold Anchor Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k gold anchor necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range 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. Find an antique version now, or shop for 59 vintage or 20 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k gold anchor necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18k gold anchor necklace over the years, but those made by Oshi Jewels, Van Cleef & Arpels and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 18k gold anchor necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 21, is particularly popular. 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 alternatives. When shopping for a 18k gold anchor 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 Gold Anchor Necklace?

On average, a 18k gold anchor necklace at 1stDibs sells for $4,800, while they’re typically $386 on the low end and $24,500 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.