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Diamond Riviera Three Claws 22 Carat White Gold Tennis Line Necklace 18 Kt
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
This stunning and impressive Riviera Necklace features substantial Diamond weight of 22 Carats in
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2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgian Ruby Diamond 22 Kt Diamond Cross Pendant 1770 ca
Located in Napoli, IT
This rare Georgian period cross pendant is 1770 ca 22 Kt solid gold, superb design artful made
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Antique 1770s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Owl Pendant with Bezel set Diamond in 22 kt gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver Tetradrachm Owl pendant with Diamond accent and 22 kt gold surround. Decorative gold
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold

Owl Pendant with Bezel set Diamond in 22 kt gold
Owl Pendant with Bezel set Diamond in 22 kt gold
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H 2.07 in W 1.57 in D 0.25 in
Byzantine Style 22-Kt Gold Pendent with Antique Coin, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Handcrafted in luxurious 22 Karat gold, this pendant necklace is a testament to Byzantine elegance
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20th Century Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

45 Ct Pear Cut Ruby & 22 Ct Rose cut Diamond Necklace Suite 18 Kt Gold, Bridal
Located in New York, NY
-shaped natural Rubies, totaling 45 carats, along with 22 carats of Rose-cut Diamonds and round brilliant
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Granulation Eros and Psyche Oval Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli Diamond 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Eros and Psyche Granulation oval pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a hand carved
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Pendant Matte Necklace in 22Kt Yellow Gold with Royal Quartz and Diamond
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Necklace, handmade, in 22Kt Matte yellow gold with Royal Clear Faceted quartz and diamond. Original
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Necklace 22Kt Yellow Beaded Gold with a Rare Hand Carved Αmethyst and Diamonds
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
One of a kind Necklace, in 22Kt yellow gold with a Rare Hand Carve amethyst and diamond. This
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Pegasus Coin in 22 kt Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
silver bezel with a 22k gold bail (which has a diamond accent). The obverse, or front, side of this coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Pegasus Coin in 22 kt Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Ancient Pegasus Coin in 22 kt Gold Pendant (pendant only)
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H 1.5 in W 1 in D 0.25 in
Ancient Owl Pendant 22kt Gold w/Diamond (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
in a custom 22k gold bezel with 22k gold bail and diamond accent. The obverse, or front side of this
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Owl Pendant 22kt Gold w/Diamond (pendant only)
Ancient Owl Pendant 22kt Gold w/Diamond (pendant only)
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H 2 in W 1 in D 0.19 in
Pendant Necklace Handcrafted in 22Kt Gold with Oxidized Silver Coin Tourmaline
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Pendant Necklace Handcrafted in 22Kt Gold with Oxidised Ancient Silver Coin and red Tourmaline
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Filigree Blue Chalcedony Pendant with Gold Flowers & Diamond 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Pale Blue Chalcedony pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold with a brilliant cut diamond and gold
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2010s Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Filigree Flower Pendant with Hand Carved Amethyst & Diamonds 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Drop shape filigree flower pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold featuring hand Carved Amethyst
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2010s Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granulation Medusa Head Pendant with Lapis Lazuli & Diamond in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Medusa Head round Pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a carved Lapis Lazuli center
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

1911 British Georgivs V. D.G Britt OMN Rex FD IND IMP Diamonds Pendant 22Kt 14Kt
Located in New York, NY
1911 British Georgivs V. D.G Britt OMN Rex FD IND IMP Famed Gold Coin Coin Acid tested, 22kt
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20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K Gold Handmade Diamond Bubble Tennis Necklace
Located in Pacific Palisades, CA
This 22K Gold Diamond Bubble Tennis Necklace is part of David Tishbi's handcrafted Bubble
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold

Fluorite Stone Carved Coral Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Necklace with fluorite stone, fine carved sciacca coral gr 22 fine engrave with Eolo face
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Aries Head 14 Karat Solid Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Roma, RM
diamonds totaling 22 stones. The necklace is adjustable to be worn perfectly snug around the neck or more
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Mid Century Natural Turquoise Necklace 18 KT Diamond Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding mi-century Turquoise necklace is totally untreated, 1950 ca. Majority of Turquoise
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Vintage 1950s European Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1.20 Ct Diamond Solitaire Natural Pearl Platinum /Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Edwardian period 1900 circa necklace, crafted of Platinum and 18 kt gold Design is of infinite
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Aquamarine, Tanzanite, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

18 Karat Gold Necklace with Baroque Pearls, Sapphires, Tsavorites and Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 18 karat white gold collar necklace is designed with 22 semi Baroque Pearls
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Indian Handcrafted Necklace in 22k Gold, Diamonds, Natural Pearls, Emerald, Ruby
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
A fine handcrafted 22KT Gold 'Jaisalmeri' Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions. 176
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pankhi Fan Necklace 22 Karat Gold, Uncut Diamonds Natural Pearls Emeralds Rubies
By Estaa
Located in Mumbai, IN
22KT Gold Pankhi Fan Necklace inspired by ancient Indian traditions. This necklace is all about
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2010s Indian Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

TJD 0.05 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Designer Angel Wing Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
. Glitters with 22 round diamond set in pave setting and crafted in 14 KT yellow gold. This pendant suspends
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Ruby Emerald Diamond Necklace cute Motif of a rocking Girl sculptural Design
Located in Viena, Viena
31 rubies totaling approx. 0.30 ct, the girl's hair set with black brilliant-cut diamonds and a
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with emerald and diamond 14k pink gold 45 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt rose gold necklace with an entourage pendant set with emerald tot. 0.50 ct and brilliant cut
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

14 kt. White gold necklace with pendant approx 4.00 ct Aquamarine and Diamonds
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
14 kt white gold necklace and a clip pendant set with 22 brilliant cut diamonds, approx. 0.80 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary European Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, White Gold

18kt. Yellow Gold Necklace, With Heart Shape Pendant & 2.89ct. Cabochon Sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
together approx. 0.62 ct. Material: 18 kt. yellow gold Measurements: 22 mm x 30.8 mm x 8.2 mm Total
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20th Century European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Silver Tetradrachm Owl Pendant w/Diamond
Located in Atlanta, GA
A silver Tetradrachm Owl pendant with Diamond accent and 22 kt gold surround. The delicate gold
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Silver Tetradrachm Owl Pendant w/Diamond
Silver Tetradrachm Owl Pendant w/Diamond
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H 1.44 in W 1.13 in D 0.25 in
14.80 Ct Kaleidoscopic Australian Opal Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
condition Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt white and rose gold Hallmarks: assay – opal CW – diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

14.80 Ct Kaleidoscopic Australian Opal Diamond Pendant
14.80 Ct Kaleidoscopic Australian Opal Diamond Pendant
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H 1.19 in W 0.83 in L 18.12 in
Etruscan Style Gold & Diamond Drop Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
pendant, including bail, has been created from 22 kt gold, with six diamond accents. Pendant measures 3 3
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21st Century and Contemporary European Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Etruscan Style Gold & Diamond Drop Pendant (pendant only)
Etruscan Style Gold & Diamond Drop Pendant (pendant only)
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H 3.75 in W 0.63 in D 0.38 in
Victorian Black Onyx Natural Pearl Diamond 18 Kt Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
halo of Rose cut Diamonds for a dramatic visual look Made of 18 Kt gold including the back window frame
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Late 20th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 7.60 Ct Rhodolite Garnet 2.70 Ct Diamond 18 KT Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
) – 39 old mine cut diamonds totaling approx 2.70 Ct (G/H-VVS/SI) Measures: 24 x 22 mm(h. x w.) - 34 mm
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, 18k Gold

French Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Virgin Mary 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Diamonds spreading throughout the rays, engraved 22 Julio 1926 pendant including bail is 39 x 24 mm
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1920 Mughal Tutti Frutti Necklace Silver 303.69 Cts Gemstone And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
assembled in the Mughal Tutti Frutti style with silver wires. The lock of this necklace is in 18 kt yellow
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Fluorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...

Victorian 1.15 Ct Colombian Emerald ..80 Ct Old Mine Diamond Three Stone pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
individually collect set, 1880 ca Gorgeously hand crafted in a trilogy version of solid 18 KT gold topped by
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Fine Mughal Gold Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
acid tests positive for 22 kt gold. Dates : late 19th to early 20th century Measurements : Pendant is
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Mid-20th Century Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Rhodolite Diamond Pendant with IGI Certificate what kind of red 6.05 ct 0.22 ct
Located in Viena, Viena
noble, results in a 18 kt white gold pendant that can be worn daily, on a chain, an Omega choker or with
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Byzantine Style 22-Kt Gold Ring with Antique Coin, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
design, this ring beautifully marries the contrasting tones of 22-Kt gold and silver, the allure of
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20th Century Byzantine Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver, Gold

Pink Opal Oval Shape Cabochon 14k Yellow Gold Bezel Emerald Round Cab Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic Oval Shape Pink Opal pendant measuring 19mm x 22 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of 18 kt. Yellow Gold Earrings, Necklace, Ring with Sapphires & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
: 22 sapphires Diamonds: brilliant cut diamonds together 0.83 ct. Material: 18 kt. yellow and white
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Afghan Tourmaline Crystal Diamond Gold Necklace
By Holly Hamilton
Located in Portland, ME
Natural Afghan Tourmaline Crystals with handmade 22kt Gold caps with White Diamonds and Granulation
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, White Diamond, 22k Gold

Large Cabochon Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
By Holly Hamilton
Located in Portland, ME
Large Aquamarine Cabachon set in 22kt Gold with Diamonds and 22kt Gold handmade Chain. One-of-a
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 22k Gold

Large Cabochon Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
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Victorian Holbeinesque Diamond Ruby Natural Pearl Enameled Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
KT gold an Platinum Enriched with approx 2.0 Ct of mine cut Diamonds G VS,very tiny natural Ruby for
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Antique Early 1900s Holbeinesque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Spectacular 100% Natural Untreated Persian Turquoise Necklace Diamond Clasp 1950
Located in Napoli, IT
earth Persian Turquoise necklace in large size are far rarer to get than any other gem Majority of
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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Diamond Gold and Cabochon Colored Stone Pendant/Clip-Brooch Necklace/Bracelet
Located in Salt Lake City, UT
18 kt., the long chain composed of openwork textured gold wire florets, 13 florets centering round
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Exquisite 1.20 Carat Old Mine Diamond Plus Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
of this exquisite all original antique necklace – topped by a further Diamond making the illusion of
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Manjrie Ruby Pearl Coral Emerald Sapphire Diamond 22k Gold Artisan Necklace
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
India, this intricate necklace features polki(uncut diamonds), emerald, ruby, cultured pearls and other
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2010s Indian Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Chrysobe...

Amazing One of a Kind Carved Jade, Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant/Necklace.
By Peter Atman
Located in New York, NY
handmade the 18 Kt Gold Chain. This is a serious collection piece, it's set with 117 round diamonds 1.85
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Multi Gem Nine Planet Necklace
Located in Fifth Avenue, NY
A Contemporary Navratna Kundan Necklace. The necklace is composed of 18 and 22kt yellow gold beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, To...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Multicolored Ceylon Sapphire Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carats and has Round Diamonds with a total weight of 0.68 carats. The pendant is on a 14 kt White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.07 Carat Diamonds Butterfly Pendent Made in Italy
Located in MIlan, IT
18 KT yellow gold pendent designed as a Butterfly style, set with 1.07 carats of diamonds, color G
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rare and Unique 1.22 Carat Diamond Target Pendant Plus Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
throughout with 55 rose cut Diamonds even the bail is fully enriched by Diamonds with a centre point of .22
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Fabulous Vintage .80 Carat Orange Brown Diamond Flamed Pearl Pendant Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Flamed Pearl Design entirely hand crafted as unique piece of jewellery, all 18 KT solid gold – 1960 ca
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

"Cross" Pendant in 18 kt White Gold and Brilliant cut Diamonds, 18 kt White Gold
Located in Palermo, IT
enhance the diamonds. The necklace measures 45 cm. Total weight 8.9 grams.Stamped 750 thousandths (18 Kt
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Indicolite Tourmaline Maltese Cross Pendant in Sterling Silver and 22 Karat Gold
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
. Scintillating white diamonds .08 ctw. provide the perfect finishing touch. At 1.75" in length including the 22
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Enamel Uncut Diamond 22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Manjrie
Located in Singapore, Singapore
Bask in the shine of unmatched enamel work fashioned with polkis (uncut diamonds) set in 22kt gold
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2010s Indian Artisan Bangles

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Rose Cut Diamond and 22KT Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This lovely 22KT yellow gold renaissance style necklace highlights 8 beautiful bezel set rose cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

22kt Gold, Diamond and Peridot Pendant with 22kt Gold Chain
By Julius Cohen
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22kt gold, diamond and peridot pendant with 22kt hand woven gold necklace. The handmade pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Diamond, 22k Gold

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22kt Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 22kt diamond necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 117 antique edition and 216 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 22kt diamond necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 22kt diamond necklace over the years, but those made by Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer, Garavelli and Artisan NYC are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A 22kt diamond necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 268, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a 22kt diamond necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 123 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 22kt Diamond Necklace?

The price for a 22kt diamond necklace starts at $220 and tops out at $211,300 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,409.

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.