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Sophia D Platinum South Sea Pearl Necklace with 4 carats Diamond Clasp
By Sophia D
Located in beverly hills, CA
This elegant necklace is adorned with 29 graduated white South Sea pearls, ranging from 15mm to
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

1920s 4 Carat Diamond and Pearl 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
and range from G-I Color and VS-SI clarity. The diamonds around the pearl are rose cut chips. 4 carats
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Pearl Diamond Necklace 2 Carats
Located in Montgomery, AL
3.0mm Baguette Cut Diamond; 0.3 Carat 4 - 4.0mm X 2.0mm Baguette Cut Diamonds; 0.1 Carat Each; 0.4 Carat
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Late 20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Platinum and Diamond Clasp. Composed of three
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Late 20th Century French Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

5.00 Carat Cushion Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful mid-century 1860's antique aqua, diamond and pearl pendant necklace. 5.00ct cushion cut
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

White Gold Cultured Pearl & Diamond Knotted Strand Necklace 17 1/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Diamonds Carat(s): .08ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G - H Clarity: SI1 Style: Knotted Strand Fastening
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

4 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal & Diamond 14 K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite 14K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace featuring a captivating 4 Carat Oval Black
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Diamond Knotted Strand Necklace 17 1/4" - 18k .72ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
- 10.1mm Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .72ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Total Carats: .72ctw Style
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Seed Pearl Necklace with 4 1/2" Pearl Tassel 18K WG 32"L
Located in North Hollywood, CA
domed 18K with Approximately 1.00 Carat in Diamonds,G Color SI Grade. Together the Necklace and tassel
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Harbor D, Pink Freshwater Pearl and Four Diamond Rose Gold Pendant
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Freshwater Pearl: 11-12 mm 18K Rose Gold 4 Diamonds 0.15 Carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Multi-Color Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
sparkling diamond florets totaling 6.25 carats. Set in 18K white gold. 17 1/4” length
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Creation Tahitian Pearls Diamond Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
of 4 diamond pearls and a pear- shape pearl from Tahiti. The chain clasp is a spring ring. Total
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2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold, 4.39 Carat Diamond and Cultured Pearl Choker Necklace
By Bernard Grosz
Located in New York, NY
Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold , diamond and pearl choker. The necklace
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1990s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl Necklace, 14 Karat Gold Knotted Strand with Diamond Clasp .75 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Quantity: 46 Natural Diamonds Clarity: VS2 - SI1 Color: F - G Cuts: Baguette & Single Total Carats
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20th Century Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter 17mm Pearl Diamond Flower Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
gold design set with tinted paua shell (mother-of-pearl) and topped by crystal and diamonds, lending
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, White Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Ruby Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond pendant features a ligature of 4 fancy-cut rubies of brilliant color (oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
gold chain with 4 motifs set with hand cut heart shape mother of pearl, and 0.40 carats of diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Keshi Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
baroque pearl pendant on a round link chain. Total diamond weight: about 0.24 carat. Estimated Diamond
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20th Century French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Y...

0.05 Carat Diamond, 24K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Necklace with Pegsus Carving
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Mother of Pearl Necklace with Pegsus Carving and Diamonds, by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond & Pearl Lavalière Platinum Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
color, weighing a total of 0.60 carats. The enduring platinum filigree openwork and lustrous pearls
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Edwardian Pearl 2.25 Carat Diamond Ruby Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut diamonds and a bezel set old European cut diamond Weighing in total approximately 1.15 carats
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

9ct White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Pearl Necklace
Located in Cape Town, ZA
16 RBC Diamonds weighing 0.8 carat in total, 20 RBC Diamonds weighing 0.2 carat in total, and 4
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
-drop shape South Sea golden pearl intricately framed by round brilliant cut diamonds set in platinum
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1990s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
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H 1.75 in W 1.63 in L 16 in
Heart Shape Pearls with Pave Diamonds Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds, 1.27 carats. Black Rhodium sterling silver. Necklace, black polyurethane coated stainless steel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, St...

Cartier Whimsical Pearl Pink Quartz Diamond Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
brilliant cut diamonds (.24ct), and multiple pearls (6.8ct) all set in 18k rose gold. Necklace Length: 15
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mikimoto Very Fine and Very Rare Akoya 4 Strand Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasps
By Mikimoto
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
aficionados of fine jewelry. Owning this four-strand Mikimoto Akoya pearl necklace with diamond clasps would
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1990s Asian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold, 1...

14 karat Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl & 0.19 Carat Diamond Y Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
shape Tahitian Pearl drops from a VS1 baguette diamond at the center of the necklace. Wear it with a v
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2010s North American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Certified 14k Gold 3.9 Carat Natural Diamond w/ Pearls Black Flower Bar Necklace
By GLEAMIRE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 5.77 grams of 14K White Gold, the necklace contains 4 stones of Round Diamonds with a
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2010s Indian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Pearl and Rubies Bumblebee Necklace in Platinum
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond pearl and rubies bumblebee necklace beautifully handcrafted in platinum. Diamond weight
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1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

1930s 0.55 Carat Diamond, Ruby, Pearl and Amethyst Butterfly Pendant, Rose Gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
, flowing wings are adorned with 16 Natural Seed Pearls and 4 Transitional Cut Round Diamonds. The wings of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 7.0 CT Diamond Pearl Rare Panel Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
approx 7.0 Carats of  bright white old cut Diamonds and little pearls to complement The finial pearl is
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Vintage 1930s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 7.0 CT Diamond Pearl Rare Panel Necklace
Vintage 7.0 CT Diamond Pearl Rare Panel Necklace
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H 2.56 in W 2.96 in L 19.69 in
Ella Gafter Diamond Tahitian Pearl Tassel Chain Drop Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
chain carries approximately 4 carats of round diamonds. All our diamonds are of top quality (color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Heart Shape Pearls with Pave Diamonds Paradizia Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds, 1.27 carats. Black Rhodium sterling silver. Necklace, black polyurethane coated stainless steel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Stainless St...

Heart Shape Pearls with Pave Diamonds Paradizia Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds, 1.27 carats. Black Rhodium sterling silver. Necklace, black polyurethane coated stainless steel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel, 18k ...

Cartier Monica Bellucci Pearl Pink Quartz Diamond Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
brilliant cut diamonds (.24ct), and multiple pearls (6.8ct) all set in 18k rose gold. Necklace Length: 15 3
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Ella Gafter Four-Strand Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The high-class pearl and diamond necklace consists of a set of 4 independent strands for a total of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
white gold clasp with tramblant diamonds for a total of 4 carats / Made in Italy 1970s Length 41 cm
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Mid-20th Century Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multicolor Moonstone Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with Diamond & Pearls
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
pieces. Pearls: 14.57 carats, ball shape, 4 mm, 27 pieces. Diamond: 4.406 carats rounds, G color VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
of top quality diamonds (F/G-VVS) in the necklace is approximately 0.70 carats. The pendant was
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cultured Black South Sea Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
necklace with a Diamond crown. 18k yellow gold and bead set with full cut white diamonds. 16 inches long
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Double Dangle Gold Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian silver topped 14k gold double dangle diamond and natural pearl drop pendant necklace. The
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tambetti Layered Graduated 4 Strand Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Fancy Clasp
By Tambetti
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent vintage statement necklace was designed by Tambetti and features 4 strands of
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

South Sea "Akoya" Gray Pearl, White Diamond Platinum Necklace Earrings Set Grey
Located in Miami, FL
✔ Pearl Quantity: 4 ✔ Pearl Cut: Pearl ✔ Necklace: PT900 Platinum, 2 Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pe...

Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamond in the center with pearl set petals and leaves. The jewels set in 10 Karat gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Onyx Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a pearl of approximately 14 x 15mm size. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold,...

Bespoke Three-Row Akoya Pearl Necklace with Diamond and Sapphire Clasp
Located in London, GB
with rich blue sapphires and fine white diamond leaves. The pearls in this necklace are of particularly
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2010s British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
measures 1 3/4 inches x 1/2 inches (pearl drop). Metal & Hallmark: 900 platinum. The necklace is not
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Vintage Mauboussin Paris Emerald and Diamond Triple strand Pearls Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in Milano, IT
-quality diamonds, the necklace showcases a pendant measuring 4 cm by 2.5 cm, exuding a stunning brilliance
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Late 20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Stork Pendant & Necklace Baroque Pearl Diamond Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Bird
Located in Torrance, CA
Stones: Black baroque pearl measures 17mm x 13.5mm. One estimated 0.01 carat diamond is set into the eye
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

4.5 Carat Diamond "Mad Heart" Pendant in Platinum with Silver Akoya Pearls
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
2mm to 3mm and a total estimated weight of 0.96 carats. These diamonds are all channel-set. We rate
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Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Russian 1.00 CTW Diamond Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.30 carat total - transparent medium blue in color Sapphires are bezel set, and pearls are
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50ct Diamond Cultured Pearl Necklace Vintage 14k White Gold Oval Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage cultured pearl & diamond necklace crafted in 14 karat white gold (circa 1950s to
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Fancy 14K Gold Cable & Polished Link W/ Pearl & Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
and great luster throughout. The necklace is further accented with approximaltey 0.80 carats of fine
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1990s Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lions Head Multi Strand Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
attached to an emerald accented pearl cup 28 round green emeralds, Approximate .35cts 4 round diamonds I
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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Diving Swallow Birds 16.90 Carat Diamond Natural Pearl Sapphire Garnet 18K
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
of the Diamonds in the Necklace with a combined total weight of 3.50 carats are of F Color and Vs1
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Garnet, White ...

Victorian 2.60 Ct Old Diamond Pearl Forget Me Not Onyx 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 14 old mine cut diamonds totalling approx 2.60 Ct (G/I-VVS/SI) – 4 natural pearls
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 17.8x13mm South Sea Baroque Pearl Necklace 18K 1.75 Carts Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace This 19 1/4" necklace of 29 matched White
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl & Diamond Halo Necklace 14k Single .46ctw Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
: White Natural Diamonds Total Carats: .16ctw Cut: Single Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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4 Carat Diamond Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 4 carat diamond pearl 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. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 4 carat diamond pearl 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 4 carat diamond pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Harbor Diamonds, Alberto and Luigi Ferrara are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and oval cut versions for sale. Finding a 4 carat diamond pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 128 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 4 Carat Diamond Pearl Necklace?

Prices for a 4 carat diamond pearl necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $267 and can go as high as $571,836, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,611.

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.