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Eostre Star Sapphire, Type A Lavender Jadeite and Diamond Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is a big statement necklace comes with a whooping 55.36 ct of Star Sapphire and a massive Type
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Genuine Blue Sapphire Necklace Star of David Charm Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Genuine Blue Sapphire Necklace is made of 18k solid gold adorned with natural AAA quality Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Blue Sapphire Star of David Pendant Necklace Minimal Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful little minimalist necklace is made of 18k solid gold adorned with natural AAA quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Star Sapphire, Diamond, Mother of Pearl Satin Cord Pendant/Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A divine 18k white gold pendant necklace shaped as an eye, centering a star sapphire weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold

Black Star Sapphire, Blue Star Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Black Star Sapphire 4.73 carats, Blue Star Sapphire 6.24 carats with Brown Diamond 1.84 carats
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Star Sapphire, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold & Platinum 95.53ctw AGL Star Sapphire & Diamond Brushed Flower Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set -Violet Blue to
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Gublin Certified 26.88ct Unheated Blue Star Sapphire & 7.41ct Diamond Necklace
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
This timeless elegant Blue Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace will never go out of style
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

33.45 Carat Star Sapphire Oval Cut & Diamond Pendants in 18K White Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a unicorn of a gem. This incredible gem is a 33.45 carat unheated blue Star sapphire found
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Star Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

GIA Certified 327.24 NO HEAT Carats Natural Star Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in Charleston, SC
all dressed up. It also pairs perfectly with our 44.32 Star Sapphire Ring. Necklace Features 14
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold

Original Boucheron Star Sapphire and Diamond Gold Necklace circa 1900 with Clock
By Boucheron
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very Rare Gold Vintage Original Boucheron necklace set with four matching cabochon star sapphires
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Antique 19th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Star Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Judith Ripka Gold Pineapple Diamond Star Sapphire Ruby Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold
By Judith Ripka
Located in Honolulu, HI
round diamonds then a baby blue star sapphire cabochon and ending off with a beautiful red ruby cabochon
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rough Sapphire, Yellow Star Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rough Sapphire 49.14 carats, Yellow Star Sapphire 11.22 carats, Yellow Sapphire 0.46 carat, Brown
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold Multi Sapphire Disc Pendant Necklace, Thanksgiving Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Multi Sapphire Disc Pendant Necklace with Chain in 18K Gold studded with round cut multi sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamonds Pink Sapphires 18 Kt Rose Gold Titanium Star Necklace
By Margherita Burgener
Located in Valenza , IT
Handcrafted in Margherita Burgener workshop, the Star necklace is beautifully set in diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Rough Sapphire, Yellow Star Sapphire, Brown Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rough Sapphire 27.89 carats, Yellow Star Sapphire 6.97 carat, Brown Diamond 0.73 carat and Diamond
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Star Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

French Edwardian 61.83 Carats Star Sapphire Diamond Silver Whiplash Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
show is a captivating 61.83 carat star sapphire cabochon, its celestial beauty enhanced by a silver
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Sea Star Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Charming necklace in an alluring combination of pink sapphires and diamonds. Inspired by a marine
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Muti-Color Sapphire with Tsavorite Star Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Multi-Color Sapphire 58.92 carats with Tsavorite 22.47 carats Necklace set in 18 Karat White Gold
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire in 18kt Gold Star Necklace on Gold Chains by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Loose pink and white sapphires are held inside this beautiful 18kt yellow Gold Star pendant cage
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

La Dame Du Lac Sapphire & Diamond Star Charm in 18k Yellow Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Paving: 0.48 cts  White Sapphires: 1.5 cts 18k Yellow Gold: 8.5 g  Distressed Silver: 6 g   Made in
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Graff Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold with GIA Certificate & Case
By Graff
Located in Dallas, TX
-saturated blue sapphires, all set in 18 karat white gold. The necklace is in ‘As New’ condition and comes
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pasqual Bruni 18k Gold 16" Dangle Star Moon & Heart Charms Cable Link Necklace
By Pasqual Bruni
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color (58) Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18K Gold Diamond and Sapphire Evil Eye Guilloche Pendant on 23" Necklace Chain
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ A solid 18K gold evil eye pendant featuring gorgeous princess-cut orange sapphires and diamonds ♥
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

700Ct Sapphire Bead Necklace with cabochon & Diamond Center & Diamond Spacer 18K
Located in New York, NY
white gold This exquisite 18" necklace boasts 700 carats of natural Sapphire beads, featuring a
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

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 Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Syna Yellow Gold North Star Multi Sapphire Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18k yellow gold Multi Sapphires 0.35 carat approx. Emerald 0.04 carat approx. Diamonds
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold North Star Multi Sapphire Pendant with Diamonds
Syna Yellow Gold North Star Multi Sapphire Pendant with Diamonds
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W 0.71 in Dm 0.71 in L 0.99 in
16 Ct T.W. Sapphire and Diamond Victorian Tassel Necklace with Pearls in 18k/925
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our 16Ct.T.W. Sapphire and Diamond Victorian Tassel Necklace with Pearls in 18k/925 - a
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

AIG Certified 14.40 Ct Ceylon Sapphire 6.60 Ct Natural Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
jewelry collection. Magnificent necklace come in 18k gold with 5 pieces of Natural Ceylon Sapphires, in
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful late 1800's handmade sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. The center gemstone is a
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum,...

18 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Choker Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 karat gold, this stunning choker necklace is hand set in 9.02 carats baguette cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.30 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
A unique cabochon cut, purple star sapphire sits central to this pendant from the Victorian age
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Victorian Revival Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
detail and craftsmanship adorned with 8 rose cut diamonds and 8 round cut sapphires. 18 inch 18k yellow
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, Gold, Silver

Pisces Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires, Aquamarines, Tsavorites
Located in Pforzheim, DE
. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold, 1.04 ct Diamonds, 0.03 ct yellow sapphires, 0.39 ct aquamarines, 1.11 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Magnificent 18Kt Gold 35Cts Rainbow Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
GOLD NECKLACE!!! Necklace consists of the Most Exquisite Shades of Rainbow Sapphires and Gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

69.69 Carat Burmese Sugarloaf Sapphire Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
By Zahira Fine Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare and extraordinary Burmesese sugarloaf necklace is the star of a three piece set. These
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2010s Thai Aesthetic Movement Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavo...

Color Change Blue Purple Sapphire Necklace 4.50 Carat Cushion Sri Lanka
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18K white gold necklace set with a 4.50 carat color changing Ceylon Sapphire from Blue to Purple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple ...

NWT $52, 000 18KT 27.50CT Fancy Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Earrings Necklace Set
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Dangle Earrings and Necklace Set. This Magnificent Set is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Large
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Magnificent 18Kt Gold 35Cts Rainbow Multi Color Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
SAPPHIRE, EMERALD AND DIAMOND NECKLACE!!! Necklace consists of Oval Cut Pink, Blue and Orange Shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful pendant features 15.66 carats opal, .63 carat blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 20.1 carats Opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Black opal and sapphire pendant necklace. Stunning rectangular blue and green black 7.37ct opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
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H 1.28 in W 0.3 in D 0.3 in L 0.71 in
French 18K Yellow Gold Lovebirds Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant depicting a pair of lovebirds on a branch in front of
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

NWT $450, 000 18KT Fancy Glittering Certified Natural Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Natural Sapphires and Diamond Fringe Necklace. Necklace contains approx 70CTS of
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 439 Cttw. Agate, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our opulent Victorian 439 Cttw. Milky Aquamarine , Blue Sapphire, and Diamond Tassel
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

$350, 000 18kt Gold Fancy Glittering Certified 90ct Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Diamond Necklace consisting of over 90 CTS of Fine Round, Oval, Emerald, and Pear Shaped Ceylon
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $250, 000 Rare Fancy 18KT Gold Gorgeous Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Rare 18KT White Gold Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Finely Set
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Peter Suchy 1.05 Carat Cushion Cut Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sri Lankan periwinkle blue ICA certified cushion sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. At the
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

NWT $9, 600 Important 18KT Large 4CT Rainbow Sapphire Diamond Heart Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, Ruby, Pink, Orange, Yellow, Blue Sapphire and Green Tsavorite Heart Pendant Necklace. Necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Heart Diamond Blue Sapphire Charm Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 18 karat gold pendant is set with .63 carats blue sapphire and .57 carats of shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Mother of Pearl, Sapphires, Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
pearl dial where the hours of the day are marked by multicolored sapphires with diamond star at center
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2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rare NWT $352, 000 GIA Certified 52 Carat Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified 18KT Gold Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Rare
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold, Sapphires, Diamond, Mother of Pearl Pendant, Drop Necklace
By Anna Maccieri Rossi
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
marked by multicolored sapphires and diamond star at 8 o'clock. PRODUCT DETAILS Clasp closure Composition
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2010s Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Roberto Coin .20 Carat Diamond Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold Oval Link Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Stamford, CT
diamonds, G VS approx. .20cts 2 cabochon blue sapphires, approx. .16cts 1 round ruby, ,approx. .3cts 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.5 Carat Multi Sapphire Briolettes Pendant /Necklace 18 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.5 Carat Multi Sapphire Briolettes Pendant /Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Estate
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.04 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful sapphire and diamond pedant necklace. FGL Certified 3.04 carat oval blue natural no heat
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set In 18 K Gold Beautiful Necklace This Necklace
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

NWT $18, 500 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Cut Blue Sapphires and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 20CTS of
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18 Karat gold, this beautiful flower pendant necklace is set in 1.55 carats blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

NWT $16, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of a Gorgeous Array of Fancy Blue Sapphires with Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $84, 000 18KT Gold Rare Gorgeous Blue Sapphire Diamond Butterfly Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Butterfly Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace. Necklace Feature Gorgeous Colorful Blue Sapphires adorned with
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

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18k Sapphire Star Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k sapphire star necklace 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 White Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 10 antique edition and 24 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18k sapphire star 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 18k sapphire star necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georgios Collections Inc, Oshi Jewels and Chanel are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 18k sapphire star necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 18k Sapphire Star Necklace?

On average, a 18k sapphire star necklace at 1stDibs sells for $4,480, while they’re typically $386 on the low end and $98,000 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.