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 26 inches.
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African Amber
Monumental Graduated Amber Rondelle Necklace, 600 Grams, Ethnographic Character
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Stylistically, the necklace belongs within the broader tradition of monumental amber bead necklaces associated with North African ethnographic jewellery and related regional trade ne...
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Mid-20th Century North African Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Amber
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. 80 cm long.
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amber, Bronze
LB offers Vintage Sterling Silver Peacock Buckle Tibetan Amber African Necklace
$280Sale Price|20% Off
LB offers Vintage Sterling Silver Peacock Buckle Tibetan Amber African Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Large handmade ceramic African mud beads and hand painted pottery beads , large Tibetan Amber beads, And sterling spacers enhance this magnificent centerpiece.
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace
$220Sale Price|20% Off
LB offers Deco style Lusterware Bakelite Tibetan ‘Amber’ African clay Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer an Art Deco style Lusterware and vintage Bakelite textured Buckle centerpiece necklace. African hand made blue clay textured beads, Tibetan ‘Amber’ and...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold-filled, Brass
Vintage Moroccan Amber Resin Berber Wedding Necklace Wall Decor
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
The use of horn and resin amber in jewelry-making is a traditional practice among the Berber tribes of Northern Africa, where true amber is scarce.
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Late 20th Century Moroccan Arts and Crafts Drop Necklaces
LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace
$156Sale Price|20% Off
LB offers Vintage Venetian Tibetan African Resin discs Brass Handmade Necklace
By Lorraine’s Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a strand of multi colored vintage beads from Italy, Tibet, Africa etc. Large ‘Amber’ Discs, Mille Fiore glass tubes, African ceramic beads, and blown ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Brass
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Gemstone Statement Objet D' Art Necklace by Jane Magon Collections in Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
Other stones in this necklace are light yellow jasper, Tigers eye, silver set Tibetan bead, long brown Sundaris (type of African amber) bead, smooth Carnelian beads, Mookite cube (n...
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Antique 17th Century Australian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Othe...
African Nigerian Sterling Silver Butterscotch Amber Ring
Located in New York, NY
African hand made ring, from Niger. Amber cabochon .91" by .63".
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Vintage 1980s Central African Artisan Dome Rings
Materials
Amber
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 smooth old African "pillow amber" beads, which were made in Germany of phenolic res...
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1990s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces
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 'Phenolic Resin' (Bakelite) beads strung on silk or nylon cord with knots tied between each...
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Early 20th Century Ethiopian Artisan Beaded Bracelets
LB offers Chunky Tribal Ethnic Beads Amber Stone Glass Wood Bone SS Nc
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
The combination of Glass Venetian beads, Golden Amber, African ceramic beads, Bone beads, Stone, Vintage carved Resin, Cork and wooden beads, and Sterling Silver and Copper, makes f...
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Mid-20th Century Kenyan Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amber, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Large Statement Gemstone Necklace in Sterling Silver
By Jane Magon Collections
Located in New York, NY
This Jane Magon Collections Bound Silver Necklace is adorned with a large Ammonite, a Chinese Porcelain circle in Blue and White, a Faceted Oval Blue Topaz, a Chinese Lacquered Bead,...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amber, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Crystal, Topaz, Other, Sterling Silver
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$820Sale Price|21% Off
L 20 in
New 5.5 Carat Blue Opal & Sapphire 14k White Gold Sterling Necklace 18-20 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and has a fabulous design. It's truly a glamorous statement necklace. The blue opal stones are from Ethiopia. They are pear cut and measure 5 x 3 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Ethiopian Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
$3,145 / item
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Layering Emerald Pearl Delicate Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
$1,607 / item
W 0.16 in L 18 in
Layering Emerald Pearl Delicate Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Layering Emerald Pearl Delicate Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold featuring natural emerald and pearl of 0.69 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted necklace goes with every style. P...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sonwai Wood Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Silver and Yellow Gold Height Inlay Cuff 2020
Unavailable|$8,800
W 0.55 in
Sonwai Wood Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Silver and Yellow Gold Height Inlay Cuff 2020
Located in New York, NY
Ebony, Vermillion wood, Lone Mountain turquoise, lapis lazuli, yellow gold and sterling silver height inlay cuff, with stones and wood set in and raised up at once, by Sonwai, Native...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Cuff Bracelets
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, Silver
Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Vintage Signed Jewelry Style: Tubugas Yellow Gold Collar Necklace with Amber Cabochon Serial Number: 745623 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Size: 14 Inches Dimensions: 14 - 15 ...
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Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces
Materials
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
'50s Four Strand Coral Bead Choker Necklace With Cluster Clasp By Eugene Schultz
$238Sale Price|20% Off
'50s Four Strand Coral Bead Choker Necklace With Cluster Clasp By Eugene Schultz
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 16" length - Faux coral glass beads - Fancy push clasp with bead cluster and gilded leaf motif - By Eug...
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Choker Necklaces
Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite
$1,700Sale Price|43% Off
L 16 in
Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite
Located in Eagan, MN
This Hans Myhre Modernist Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Silver Necklace Gilt Sterling Silver Suite including Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings, and Brooch. The set is just gorgeous! It is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver, Enamel
LB offers multi colored carved Chinese Jade pendant necklace glass agates silver
$176Sale Price|20% Off
H 2.5 in L 20.5 in
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
LB offers Bakelite Enamel Venetian and Czech Glass Crystal Ceramic GF Necklace
By Lorraine’s Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a vintage Bakelite and Enamel Mille Fiore glass pendant Necklace. This one of a kind, handmade piece has Vintage Venetian glass wedding cake beads in r...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Enamel
LB offers Baltic Amber slices and Chunks Freshwater Pearls Sterling Necklace
$560Sale Price|20% Off
L 48 in
LB offers Baltic Amber slices and Chunks Freshwater Pearls Sterling Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a long strand of Real Baltic Amber Slices and Chunks in a multitude of golden tones. (From dark golden colors to true amber and Butterscotch ) Large fr...
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2010s West Asian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Freshwater Pearl, Amber, Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Jade, Coral, Onyx and Platinum Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This 1920s Art Deco masterpiece by Cartier was inspired by the exotic gemstone combinations and design motifs of the Far East. Long sautoirs were all the rage and complimented the so...
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum
LB offers Vintage Venetian Agates Chinese ceramic Rondelles Crystal Necklace
$140Sale Price|20% Off
L 22 in
LB offers Vintage Venetian Agates Chinese ceramic Rondelles Crystal Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Blue beaded necklace with Tubular Blue Agates, Blue and White Ceramic beads, vintage crystal and Glass, Vintage Mille Fiore glass beads, Sterling Sil...
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Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
French Art Deco 1920 Dangle Tassels Earrings in 18kt Gold with Jade and Pearls
$11,188Sale Price / set|20% Off
W 0.59 in L 2.55 in
French Art Deco 1920 Dangle Tassels Earrings in 18kt Gold with Jade and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
French art deco tassels dangle earrings. Fabulous pair of tassel drop earrings, created in Paris France during the art deco period, circa 1920. This delicate pieces has been crafted...
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Dangle Earrings
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Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade & Coral Necklace, Circa 1930s
Located in Northampton, MA
This 1930s-era Art Deco necklace features a gorgeous apple green natural Burmese jadeite carved into the form of a star fruit. The 27.40mm x 11.71mm x 11.58mm translucent jade carvin...
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Vintage 1930s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
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Coral, Jade, Silver
Bakelite Bangle Wardrobe, 1930s-1950s
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful selection of Bakelite and Lucite bangles from the 1930s-1940s American.
From Bottom of Picture:
A)Root Beer Bakelite deeply carved leaves (7/8") $450
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bangles
Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France
$200Sale Price|66% Off
H 3 in W 0.75 in L 24 in
Artisan Bakelite and Vintage Glass Necklace with Coral Beads, France
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,statement,Bakelite and vintage glass necklace is offered from Lorraine’s Bijoux. Antique French glass beads,crabapple coral, Venetian trade beads,and vermeil s...
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Early 20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Vermeil
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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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