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Platinum Diamond Lock on Japanese Akoya Degradé Pearl Necklace 5.6 mm -9 mm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Diamond Lock on Japanese Akoya Degradé Pearl Necklace Pearls: 74 Akoya Pearls from 5.6
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20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

MIKIMOTO 18K White Pearl 3-Strand Diamond Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Rome, IT
Mikimoto 18K White Gold 7.3-11.1 mm Grayish Silver & Cream Pearl 3-Strand Diamond Choker Necklace
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2010s Japanese Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Mikimoto Silver & Cream Pearl 3-Strand Diamond Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Rome, IT
Mikimoto 18K White Gold 7.3-11.1 mm Grayish Silver & Cream Pearl 3-Strand Diamond Choker Necklace
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2010s Japanese Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Eostre 3 Australian South Sea Pearl Strands Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Melbourne, AU
Colour pink tone south sea Pearl Necklace. It is a bright silver white body color. It consists of 3
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Akoya Pearl Opera Necklace with Tassel 10 - 9 MM AAA- Peacock
Located in Los Angeles, CA
) Stylish akoya baroque pearl necklace with amazing black green in color, the pearls are 10 - 9 mm in size
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

AAA+ Grade 7 mm Natural White Colour Japan Sea Water Akoya Pearl Necklace Strand
Located in Kowloon, HK
A beautiful handmade AAA grade white Akoya round pearl necklace in 18K Gold Chain. Each pearl is
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

15 to 13 mm AAA+ South Sea Pearl Necklace Light Champagne Finest Luster round
Located in Viena, Viena
impressive size, a magnificent natural champagne south sea cultured pearl necklace consisting of 31
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2010s Australian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Stainless Steel

Vintage Victorian Style Emerald And 3-Strand Pearl Pendant Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
diamond side stones, this beautiful necklace is strung together with 3 strands of pearls. This vintage
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20th Century North American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Akoya Degradé Pearls and Diamonds 3 Strand Necklace
By Lenti 1963
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant Akoya Pearls 3 Strand Degradé Necklace With 18 kt. White Gold Lenti Lock with Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Pearl Floating Necklace 16 3/4" #17836
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This stunning necklace features ten lovely pearls (7 mm each) set on a classic 14K yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 12.20 Carats Ruby & Diamond Clasp on 3 Strand Tahitian Pearl Necklace
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Tahitian Pearls selected to fit the clasp with handmade platinum and diamond spacers to ensure the necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

18K 3/4 Cttw Diamond and Cultured Black Tahitian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sumptuous 12.5 mm Tahitian cultured pearl, this heart-shaped marvel shimmers with an iridescent luster that
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mother of Pearl, Irrescent Mobee Pearl Necklace Wire, Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Mother of Pearl, Mobee Pearl Necklace Wire, Pendant Gray Luminous, Pearl set in a near 1-3/4 x 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
baroque in form and measure between 7 and 8 mm. The 3 strands are endless (claspless) lengths of 26", 28
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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl

French Victorian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34 3/4 Long Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain with fourteen pearl bead stations Ranging from 4.0 to 5.0 mm near
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Antique 1860s Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Gemstone Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
, this is a versatile piece. The yellow South Sea pearl measures approximately 12.70 mm x 11.45 mm and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Labradorite 14k Gold Necklace
By Emre Osmanlar
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
1,4 g 14K Gold Baroque Gray Pearl 3 mm Labradorite Stones
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Rose and White Gold 3/8ct Diamond and Pearl Spiral Openwork Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
-Cut Pearl Pearl Color: Ivory Pearl Grade: AAA+ Pearl Source: Chinese Freshwater Pearl MM Size: 9mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Dangle Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Pearls Dangling
Located in Brooklyn, NY
approx. 3- 4 mm Dangling fresh water Pearls approx. 8 mm Necklace Length 16.5’ Inch Dangle Length
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baroque Pearls Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Baroque Pearls: 12-15 mm Diamond Clasp: 3 ct twd Length: 18 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Akoya Pearl Ruby Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Akoya Pearl Ruby Necklace 14k Gold 7.80 mm 19 3/4" Certified $2,450 820424 This is a
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Poitiers, FR
top "Liliane 20-27 May 1928". Diameter of the pearls : from 2/2,5 mm to 2,5/3 mm approximately. Fine
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 18k ...

South Sea Akoya Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 11.60 mm 18" Certified $12,950 920745
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Seed Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Stunning choker composed of 12 strands of seed pearls (circa 2,5 mm to 3 mm) well matched, of cream
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Early 20th Century European Jugendstil Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Gold, Platinum, Gold

Long Cream Glass Pearl Necklace with a Gold Plated and Pearl Clasp
Located in London, GB
inches. The pearls are 8 mm / .3 inch. The necklace is in very good condition. This is a classic faux
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Vintage 1980s English Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

French 1960s Emerald Diamond Clasp Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of cultured pearls falling with nuanced white orient. It presents a clasp in 18 karat
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Marina J. Woven Pearl Rope Necklace with Black Pearl Accents & 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
of an inch thick. Each Pearl bead measures 3 - 3.5 mm. The iridescence of the Black Pearls give off a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1970s Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
pearls : from 3/3,5 mm to 7,5/8 mm. Length : 45,5 cm approximately. Total weight of the jewel : 13,4 g
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue-Purple Amethyst & Pearl Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Dangle Bead Necklace
Located in Brooklyn, NY
’ inch Dangle Length approx. 1.25’ inch Fresh water grey pearls approx. 3-4 mm Natural Amethyst drops
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace, 18K White Gold, Length 18 Inch, Simple Pearl
Located in McLeansville, NC
An 18 and 14 karat white gold Tahitian pearl pendant necklace. This simple pearl necklace features
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond South Sea Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 12 mm Italy Certified $3,490 817269 This is
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2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Combination Pearl Necklace and 1960s Diamond Brooch Clip
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
diameter: 4 cm. Pearl diameter: 3 / 3.5 to 5 / 5.5 mm. Total diamond weight: about 0.70 carat. Total
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gol...

Pearl Necklace with Porcelain Painting Miniature, 925 Silver
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
925 silver - hallmarked with the fineness - 3-row necklace made of roundish freshwater pearls with
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Silver

Pearl Necklace with Porcelain Painting Miniature, 925 Silver
Pearl Necklace with Porcelain Painting Miniature, 925 Silver
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W 0.99 in Dm 18.51 in L 18.12 in
Edwardian Style 14K Gold, Amethyst, & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a bezel-set oval-cut amethyst. Supporting 3 drops with freshwater river pearls and briolette-cut
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20th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Edwardian Style 14K Gold, Amethyst, & Pearl Festoon Necklace
Edwardian Style 14K Gold, Amethyst, & Pearl Festoon Necklace
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H 1.38 in W 0.87 in D 0.24 in L 15.99 in
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace, 10KT Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 10 karat yellow gold Tahitian pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This simple necklace features a
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
entirely by hand by craftsmen. Pendant Necklace Total Weight 15.20 grams Pearls size 7 mm and 3 mm
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Vintage 1950s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
diameter is 8 mm. – Natural Pearls approx 2.5 – 3 mm. for a total of 40 Pearls Measures: pendant is 36 x 35
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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
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H 1.42 in W 1.38 in L 15.75 in
Pearl Graduation Charm 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Graduation charm 3 mm natural akoya pearls Overall: 26 x 13mm 14 karat gold 3.3 grams
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2010s American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Pearl Graduation Charm 14kt Gold
Pearl Graduation Charm 14kt Gold
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W 1.03 in L 0.52 in
Art Deco Double Strand Pearl Necklace with 14kt Gold, Diamond and Pearl Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco double strand pearl necklace with a gold, diamond and pearl clasp. Individually knotted
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Pearl Tin Cup Station Necklace Paperclip Link in 14K Gold Cultured Pearls LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
"Tin Cup" necklace! Pearl is one of June's birthstones. Celebrate a June loved one with this perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

MHJ Biwa Pearl Necklace of Ask Suzy, Aileen Melhe
By MHJ Studio
Located in New York, NY
A one of a kind large statement necklace of Biwa pearls and sterling silver from the estate of
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

MHJ Biwa Pearl Necklace of Ask Suzy, Aileen Melhe
MHJ Biwa Pearl Necklace of Ask Suzy, Aileen Melhe
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H 4 in D 1 in L 18.25 in
French 1930s Certified Fine Pearl Platinum Diamond Art Deco Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
). Necklace entirely threaded on new silk thread with knots. Diameter of the pearls : 3/3.5 to 6/6.5 mm
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
cultured pearls that measure approximately 9.5mm. Hanging from the necklace is 3 teardrop shaped pearls
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Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
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H 1.75 in D 0.38 in L 16.5 in
GIA Certified Natural Pink Saltwater Conch Pearl Vintage Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
GIA certified natural pink baroque shaped saltwater conch pearl necklace. Set in platinum with
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20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Necklace 14k White Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 9.00 mm Pearl Certified $4,250 821050 This
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural Japan Akoya Pearl Double Strand 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Kowloon, HK
A beautiful handmade AAAA grade white Akoya round pearl necklace in 18K Gold Chain. Each pearl is
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2010s Hong Kong Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Coral Pearl Festoon Swag Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
portion hangs down 44mm (1 3/4 inches) and is 26 mm (1 inch) wide. The necklace is hallmarked 10K on the
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Coral, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Clasp Falling Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cultured pearl necklace in fall, pinkish white orient. The clasp, in 18 karat white gold, is
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Vintage 1950s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
, principle is .45 Ct. G/VS – natural Rubies to complement Natural sea Pearls of little size 2.5 mm. to 3 mm
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Antique Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
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H 2.17 in W 1.38 in L 16.93 in
South Sea Pearl Sapphire Ruby 14 Karat Necklace Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality South Sea Pearl Ruby Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3,450 820427 This is
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel Stunning Pyrope Garnet and Pearl Cross Long Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
” necklace adorned with 4-5 mm pearls, each interspersed with faceted Pyrope Garnets that shimmer with deep
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Triple Strand Cultured Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Pearls Allure This timeless Art Deco Pearl necklace is 1925 ca Hard to find triple strands, genuine
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clasp Three Row Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of three rows of cultured pearls. The clasp in 18 karat yellow gold, chiseled on one side
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

French Pearl Ruby Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Transformable Antique Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
approximately. Dimensions of the main pearl : 9.5 x 6 mm approximately. Length : 50 cm approximately, width of
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow G...

18K White Gold Sakura Floral Akoya Pearl Sapphire Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Net weight 7.30g, Size 45+5 cm, 18K White Gold, 7.30 gr. 1 Akoya Pearls AA+, 6.16 mm, 0.33 gr. 3
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Large Diamond and Pearl Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 40 Grams Chain Length: 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

LONG SAUTOIR Vintage Necklace In Platinum with Graduated White Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
: Mounted with 133 cultured round white pearls of 3 mm. Birthstone: Pearls for the month of June. Weight
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Platinum

French Belle Epoque Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drapery Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
: 19.5 mm, thickness : 1 mm. Diameter of the pearls : 2,5/3 mm approximately. Total weight of the jewel
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akoya Keshi Baroque Pearl Necklace Silver Blue 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
baroque south sea end pearl. The necklace strung with 14k yellow gold diamond clasp with 3" chain extender
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2010s Asian Baroque Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Creation Pink Cultured Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
: approximately 3.8 mm, diameter of the pearls: approximately 8 / 8.5 mm. Total weight of the jewel: approximately
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2010s French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

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3 Mm Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 3 mm pearl necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 11 antique edition and 87 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 3 mm pearl necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 3 mm pearl necklace from Ella Gafter, Harbor Diamonds and Mikimoto — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 3 mm pearl necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Pearl, from our inventory of 93, 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 uncut and bead alternatives. Most of our 3 mm pearl necklace for sale are for women, but there are 46 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 3 Mm Pearl Necklace?

On average, a 3 mm pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,190, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $132,000 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.