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African Amber

Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Strand of Beads
Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Strand of Beads

Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Strand of Beads

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early 20th century African Bakelite beads A beautiful strand of 21 African “amber” beads measuring

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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Agate Amber African Bronze Long Necklace
Agate Amber African Bronze Long Necklace

Agate Amber African Bronze Long Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Long necklace with antique dzi agate stone antique African bronze element, amber, frozen agate bids

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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amber, Bronze

19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace
19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace

19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace

Located in Stamford, CT

an African jewelry maker. It holds bone, glass turquoise beads and a central amber. Striking and in

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Antique 1860s Central African Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Turquoise, 10k Gold

LB offers Vintage Sterling Silver Peacock Buckle Tibetan Amber African Necklace
LB offers Vintage Sterling Silver Peacock Buckle Tibetan Amber African Necklace

LB offers Vintage Sterling Silver Peacock Buckle Tibetan Amber African Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

, Peacock Pattern, Vintage belt Buckle Necklace. Large handmade ceramic African mud beads and hand painted

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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace
LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace

LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

centerpiece necklace. African hand made blue clay textured beads, Tibetan ‘Amber’ and African brass saucer

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold-filled, Brass

Vintage Moroccan Amber Resin Berber Wedding Necklace Wall Decor
Vintage Moroccan Amber Resin Berber Wedding Necklace Wall Decor

Vintage Moroccan Amber Resin Berber Wedding Necklace Wall Decor

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

resin amber in jewelry-making is a traditional practice among the Berber tribes of Northern Africa

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Late 20th Century Moroccan Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces

LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace
LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace

LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

etc. Large ‘Amber’ Discs, Mille Fiore glass tubes, African ceramic beads, and blown glass discs add

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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Brass

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Gemstone Statement Objet D' Art Necklace by Jane Magon Collections in Silver
Gemstone Statement Objet D' Art Necklace by Jane Magon Collections in Silver

Gemstone Statement Objet D' Art Necklace by Jane Magon Collections in Silver

By Jane Magon Collections

Located in New York, NY

jasper, Tigers eye, silver set Tibetan bead, long brown Sundaris (type of African amber) bead, smooth

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Antique 17th Century Australian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Othe...

African Nigerian Sterling Silver Butterscotch Amber Ring
African Nigerian Sterling Silver Butterscotch Amber Ring

African Nigerian Sterling Silver Butterscotch Amber Ring

Located in New York, NY

African hand made ring, from Niger. Amber cabochon .91" by .63". Size 8. Unmarked, acid tested.

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Vintage 1980s Central African Artisan Dome Rings

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Amber

20th Century African "Pillow Amber" 'Phenolic Resin' Necklace
20th Century African "Pillow Amber" 'Phenolic Resin' Necklace

20th Century African "Pillow Amber" 'Phenolic Resin' Necklace

Located in Point Richmond, CA

“African amber” (phenolic resin) necklace by unknown designer This striking necklace is made with

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1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Bead Bracelet
Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Bead Bracelet

Early 20th Century African 'Phenolic Resin' Bead Bracelet

Located in Point Richmond, CA

Early 20th century African Bakelite Bead Bracelet A dramatic bracelet of 13 African amber

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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Artisan Beaded Bracelets

LB offers Chunky Tribal Ethnic Beads Amber Stone Glass Wood Bone SS Nc
LB offers Chunky Tribal Ethnic Beads Amber Stone Glass Wood Bone SS Nc

LB offers Chunky Tribal Ethnic Beads Amber Stone Glass Wood Bone SS Nc

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Glass Venetian beads, Golden Amber, African ceramic beads, Bone beads, Stone, Vintage carved Resin

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Mid-20th Century Kenyan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Agate, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate

Large Statement Gemstone Necklace in Sterling Silver
Large Statement Gemstone Necklace in Sterling Silver

Large Statement Gemstone Necklace in Sterling Silver

By Jane Magon Collections

Located in New York, NY

, Carnelian, Agate Slice, Drusy Agate, African Amber, Chalcedony in Brown, Dyed Howlite Bead in Sterling

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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Crystal, Topaz, Other, Sterling Silver

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Located in Richmond, CA

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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Superb 1930's Graduated Amber Butterscotch Beaded Choker - Necklace
Superb 1930's Graduated Amber Butterscotch Beaded Choker - Necklace

Superb 1930's Graduated Amber Butterscotch Beaded Choker - Necklace

Located in Sheffield, GB

A Truly exceptional Antique Amber Necklace, circa 1930. Graduated olive shaped beads, crafted from beautiful butterscotch Amber, with a 9ct Gold clasp. Length; 50cm Widest Bead; 2...

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Vintage 1930s European Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, 9k Gold

Antique French Belle Époque Silver Pendant Necklace Markasites Coloured Paste
Antique French Belle Époque Silver Pendant Necklace Markasites Coloured Paste

Antique French Belle Époque Silver Pendant Necklace Markasites Coloured Paste

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This Belle Époque necklace was created out of silver in France towards the end of the 19th century. The design of the pendant shows a smaller and a larger bow crowning a garland. The...

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Silver

Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi Long Double Long Necklace
Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi Long Double Long Necklace

Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi Long Double Long Necklace

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Amazonite Jasper Amber Dzi murrina style Long Double Long Necklace make with all antique pieces Africans and Tibetan, 84 cm long. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been...

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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amazonite, Amber, Gold Plate

LB offers multi colored carved Chinese Jade pendant necklace glass agates silver
LB offers multi colored carved Chinese Jade pendant necklace glass agates silver

LB offers multi colored carved Chinese Jade pendant necklace glass agates silver

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Jadeite hand carved Chinese multi colored pendant. The yummy turquoise vintage glass beads and small jadeite green beads add luster and compliment th...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Jade, Silver

Vintage Bakelite centerpiece with vintage components and coral in handmade piece
Vintage Bakelite centerpiece with vintage components and coral in handmade piece

Vintage Bakelite centerpiece with vintage components and coral in handmade piece

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Vintage,hand painted and inlaid with crystals Bakelite centerpiece ,one of a kind necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.The centerpiece is hand painted and inlaid with sparklin...

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Brass

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Blue Topaz Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver

By Bochic

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Classic Italian Bochic “Capri” Blue Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Topaz, Emerald Cut Shape 14,00 carats Natural Multi White Topaz 4.00 carats This Ri...

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Late 20th Century Thai Classical Roman Cocktail Rings

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace
Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace

Exceptional Large Natural Vermillion Color Faceted Antique Baltic Amber Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Superb, rare natural translucent faceted Baltic amber necklace of impressive size, gem quality and color reminiscent of fine rich cognac. This necklace has been tested for natural am...

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Antique 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Amber

1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace
1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace

1930s graduated Amber Bakelite Beaded Necklace

Located in Wallkill, NY

Wonderful early Amber Bakelite necklace. Beads graduate in size from 1.29 in or 32.63mm x.76 in or 19.50mm down to .43 inches or 11.7mm x .58 inches or 14.77mm. 30 inches long. No cl...

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Vintage 1930s American Beaded Necklaces

Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine
Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine

Baltic Amber, Chinese soapstone, Bakelite, baroque pearls necklace from Lorraine

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Large chunks of polished Baltic Amber,vintage carved Chinese soapstone bead,vintage Bakelite beads,large Baroque pearls and crystal rondelles comprise this one of a kind ,handmade,ne...

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20th Century Baltic Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Pearl, Sterling Silver

LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace
LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace

LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Square Venetian glass beads necklace with a Vintage Brass, Copper, and Silver Pendant. An Antique Enamel and Brass Italian Medallion is cente...

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Early 20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper

LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches Pearl Pendant Peacock Pearls Silver Necklace
LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches Pearl Pendant Peacock Pearls Silver Necklace

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By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a necklace with a hanging double Pendant of Vintage Sterling Silver disc ( with floral bouquet sterling brooch ) Large Peacock freshwater Pearls and a ...

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Oriental Pearl, Sterling Silver, Silver

LB offers a stunning Sterling Vintage Mexican and Enamel pendant necklace
LB offers a stunning Sterling Vintage Mexican and Enamel pendant necklace

LB offers a stunning Sterling Vintage Mexican and Enamel pendant necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers an Impressive, large, Vintage, Sterling Silver Mexican, and Enamel pendant Necklace. This combination of two vintage silver brooches, one with fretwork Aztec...

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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar
Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar

Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar

Unavailable|$9,353

W 0.48 in D 0.4 in L 16.93 in

Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This stunning and unusual Victorian necklace collar was originally intended to be worn with a locket and is a so called collar. It comes with a detachable segment from which a locket...

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Antique 1870s European High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano
One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano

One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano

$210Sale Price|40% Off

H 2 in W 0.75 in Dm 2 in L 24 in

One of a kind, handmade, vintage enamel brooch and carnelian, citrine and Murano

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

From Lorraine’s Bijoux an original one of a kind,handmade,statement necklace. A vintage goldtone and enamel brooch is the centerpiece on a string of carnelian,Citrine and Venetian gl...

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Carnelian, Citrine, Gold-filled, Enamel

LB offers Vintage Sterling flower Pendant Amethyst Rose Quartz Venetian Necklace
LB offers Vintage Sterling flower Pendant Amethyst Rose Quartz Venetian Necklace

LB offers Vintage Sterling flower Pendant Amethyst Rose Quartz Venetian Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Double Sterling Silver Brooches ( Mexican hammered Sterling and Victorian Sterling floral ) form the pendant. Large Amethyst Round beads, Ros...

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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African Amber For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of african amber 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, 22k gold and bronze. Find an antique version now, or shop for 2 vintage or 11 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect item from our selection of african amber 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. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of african amber — no matter the origin — is easy, but Giulia Colussi and Yves Saint Laurent each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an object in our assortment of african amber featuring amber from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of african amber, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is an African Amber?

On average, a piece of african amber at 1stDibs sells for $32,201, while they’re typically $396 on the low end and $45,461 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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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