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Egyptian Revival Royal Purple Amethyst Bead Necklace, 14k Gold Bamboo Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival amethyst bead necklace with 14K gold bamboo motif clasp. The design of this
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20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Signed Tambetti Amethyst and Malachite Beaded Necklace with 18 Karat Clasp
By Tambetti
Located in Miami, FL
of natural amethysts alternated with round malachite beads. The clasp is designed to compliment the
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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Beaded Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
plate silver clasp with natural Brazilian amethyst cabochon. This necklace alternates beads of amethyst
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Amethyst Beaded Necklace
Amethyst Beaded Necklace
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L 18.5 in
Yellow Gold Amethyst Beaded Necklace 29 1/4" - 14k Bead & Faceted Bead
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Amethysts Cut: Bead & Faceted Bead Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Tiger's Eye Amethyst and Garnet Bead Necklace with Gold Filled Ribbed Beads
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of smaller tiger's eye, amethyst and garnet beads accented by 10mm ribbed gold filled beads. The
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, Tiger's Eye, Gold-filled

Paula Crevoshay 18k Yellow Gold and Gemstone Necklace Amethyst & Citrine Beads
By Paula Crevoshay
Located in Perry, FL
Gorgeous (3) strands of amethyst and citrine beads; marked '18k' on back of clasp. Measuring 36
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower Pendant and Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
gold spacers, larger, pastel amethyst beads and is a 14k yellow gold clasp. This is a uniquely
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Rose Quartz & Amethyst Necklace with Gold-Plated Toggle Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
necklace meets at a decorative 14k Gold Plated Silver Toggle Clasp. The length of this necklace allows it
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Graduated Large Polished Amethyst Rondelle Strand Necklace 14k Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent vintage strand necklace was neatly strung with 32 natural genuine amethyst in
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1990s Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

10mm Amethyst Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents, 18 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This fine quality amethyst necklace features beautifully matched amethyst beads with gorgeous, even
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cushion Cut Green Amethyst 'Prasiolite', 18K Gold and Emerald Beaded Necklace
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
at the collar bone. Slightly graduated beaded necklace with emeralds in between with 18K gold clasp
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Amethyst, 18k Gold

Rose De France Amethyst Beaded Necklace with Diamond & Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous strand of beautifully matched Rose de France amethyst beads is sure to make you smile
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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

Elegant 14K Yellow Gold Necklace with Amethyst Beads & Spacers
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our magnificent 14K Yellow Gold Necklace, adorned with lustrous Amethyst Beads and Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Slice Bead Necklace, 555 Carats Total with 18K Yellow Gold Bezels
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This one-of-a-kind amethyst necklace is a real statement piece that will have your friends saying
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colorful Amethyst, Ruby And Peridot Cluster Beaded Chain Necklace
Located in Southport, CT
crafted from polished rubies, amethysts and peridots. The necklace secures with a lobster claw style clasp
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold

February Birthstone Amethyst Bead Necklace with Amethyst Briolette Drop Elegance
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
beads with a center Amethyst briolette cut pear drop is a showstopper. Simplicity with subtlety, casual
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2010s North American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Phosphosiderite and Kunzite Beaded Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
phosphosiderite beads, elegantly arranged with pink kunzite beads, royal purple amethyst, and textured yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Kunzite, Amethyst, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin Length: Necklace 16" Hand
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

107ct Natural Amethyst Diamond Bead Necklace 14 Karat-
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst Diamond beaded necklace. 6 mm natural amethyst. Vivid purple, clean clarity. 5 carat
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Agate Citrine Beaded Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Clasp 14 karat yellow gold beaded necklace.Handmade by our artisans
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Amethyst and Gold Necklace, circa 1920
Located in St. Catharines, ON
amethyst beads grouped in clusters of three, alternating with oblong gold filigree links. Suspending two
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Vintage 1920s American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD WOW !! Cultured Goldy Real Pearls & Amethysts & Diamond Clasp Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
(sterling silver gold plated) clasp inset with tiny real diamonds. It is 19 inches and goes well from day
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, Gold P...

Marina J. Graduated Pearl Necklace with Teardrop Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Romantic inspired Lace Necklace featuring a bold Amethyst briolette and 14K Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lavender Rose de France Amethyst, Kunzite and Quartz Necklace with 14k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This wonderfully versatile necklace features elegant rose de France amethyst beads combined with
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Kunzite, Quartz

Michael Kneebone Amethyst Peridot Citrine Multi-Strand Carved Bead Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
cable for safety. The necklace is completed with a 14k yellow gold clasp. PLEASE NOTE: This item is on
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot

Black Pearl Necklace Amethyst Blue Lace Agate Labradorite Turquoise Beads
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Agate Bead Necklace with Labradorite, Turquoise, and Gold Filled Clasp - a harmonious marriage of
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

AJD Purple Amethyst with Gold Accents Necklace February Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
necklace is secured with a gold vermeil hook and eye clasp and is 18 inches in length. Amethyst is the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, Mixed Metal

Hydrothermal Amethyst, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearls, Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
necklace and a clasp in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a flower of hydrothermal green
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl & Amethyst Link Necklace 24 1/4" - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Amethysts Cut: Tumbled Beads Color: Purple Style: Link Fastening Type: Hook Clasp with One Safety Clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Amethyst Pearls and Chrome Tourmaline yellow gold 22 Karat Gold Necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat gold necklace of Amethyst, emerald crystals and fresh water pearls in the manner of Roman
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces

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Chrome Tourmaline, Tourmaline, Pearl, Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Emeral...

Amethyst 14 Karat Gold Necklace 26 Inch Native American Indian Joyce Starwalker
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular 26.5 inch Amethyst Bead Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Gold spacer beads and
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20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
colour gradient. Multi Gemstone Beads Twilight Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold. Material: 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Crystal, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k ...

AJD 23 Inch Necklace of Polished Amethyst with Gold Accents February Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
necklace sits beautifully on any ensemble. The gold tone clasp is box style. Amethyst is the February
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Mixed Metal

Multi Strand Colorful Necklace with Lavender Jade Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate multi strand necklace consisting of 4.5-5mm beads made of amethyst
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1990s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Amethyst and Tahitian Pearl Necklace with Tsavorites, by Gloria Bass
Located in Westmount, CA
is the forward facing toggle clasp in 18k yellow gold, and featuring three small baguette-cut green
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14Y Faceted Amethyst & Tourmalated Quartz Necklace
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold amethyst bead and tourmalated quartz necklace. This necklace
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Beaded Ball Necklace with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
In honor of #PrideMonth, Sunita presents a rainbow beaded necklace which elegantly dangles. In
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Peridot, Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz...

Peter Suchy 1250 Carat Natural Amethyst Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
substantial one of a kind necklace. Genuine Amethyst spacers. Heavy Tiger Tail wire, 14k yellow gold clasp
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Quartz, Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

AJD Fascinating Chic Intense Amethysts & Rose of France Amethyst Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
glittring checkerboard gem cut Amethyst rondels. This necklace is 18.75 inches long with a gold washed hook
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold Plate

Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co Amethyst 18 Karat Gold Venezia Goldoni Necklace
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Philadelphia, PA
joined scrolling whiplash motif forms Flanked by round amethyst beads ranging from 5.0 to 6.0 mm round
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2-Strand Briolette Necklace with Blue Topaz, Peridot and Amethyst
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
Necklace measure 17 inches when twisted loosely. 18kt White Gold Circle Clasp. Please contact me with any
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
necklace with gilt sterling silver clasp. Length 20.86"-53 cm, 0.43"-10 mm thick. Alex Jona jewels stand
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Morganite, Carnelian, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
Alex Jona Morganite Amethyst Carnelian Necklace
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W 0.43 in L 20.86 in
Aquamarine Peridot Citrine Amethyst Torsade Necklace 14 Karat Gold 11 Strand
Located in New York, NY
, peridot, citrine & aquamarine beads with a 14 Karat Gold clasp. The stunning Multi Gem Necklace is set
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

AJD 27 Inch Sparkling Lilac Amethyst Necklace Fabulous February Birthstone Gift
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
27-inch sparkling lilac amethyst necklace with goldy lava accents and toggle clasp. This necklace
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Other, 10k Gold, Mixed Metal

AJD 18 Inch Amethyst Highly Polished Chunks with Goldy Accents Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
polished chunks is a unique size and shape. The necklace is secured by a two-ring gold plated toggle clasp
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Mixed Metal

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, crazy cut amethyst necklace weighing 65 grams, with a brushed gold
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst Necklace
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W 0.63 in L 17.33 in
Laura Gibson Multi-Color Gemstone Beaded Necklace in 22 Karat Yellow Gold
By Laura Gibson
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Laura Gibson Multi-Color Gemstone Necklace Amethyst, Pink Tourmaline, Lemon Chrysoberyl, Chalcedony
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Early 2000s American Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysoberyl, Peridot, Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Amethyst Gemstone Necklace with Swarovski Accents and Gilded Druzy Geode Pendant
Located in McKinney, TX
electroplated edges. DETAILS: - Clasp closure - Gold-plated - Natural Cape Amethyst and Druzy gemstones
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst

Mother of Pearl, Crystal Gemstone and Beaded Statement Collar and Bib Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
and gold tones, combined with mother-of-pearl pendants engraved with leaf designs and glass beads for
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amazonite, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Jade, Lapis La...

Carved Ametrine Gold Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
mechanical treatments were used. The necklace is fastened with an 18K gold clasp (750 gold stamp), natural
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

Carved Ametrine Gold Necklace
Carved Ametrine Gold Necklace
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L 20.5 in
Long 14k Gold GIA Angel Skin Coral Strand Necklace Carved Amethyst Head & Tassel
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent, long, vintage angel skin coral bead strand necklace that
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Vintage 1970s Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Amethyst, White Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Free Form Freshwater Pearl Amethyst Rondelle Necklace June Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
mm. This lovely 17 inch necklace combines the best of pearls with the best of amethyst. They enhance
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Intense Purple Amethyst Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, crazy cut intense purple amethyst necklace, with a brushed gold plated
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2010s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling 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

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

Vintage Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace Amethyst Heart Circa 1960
Located in Kendal, GB
(approx. 1.60ct total) and an amethyst heart in the centre weighing approx. 3.5ct. A concealed clasp is
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Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

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

AJD Dramatic Black Onyx & REAL Sparkling Purple Amethyst 15" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
black Onyx gems in a 15 inch necklace with gold washed clasp. The largest Onyx are 20 mm. This is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Gold Plate

Signed Navajo Tommy Singer Sterling Silver, Turquoise & Gemstone Beaded Necklace
By Tommy Singer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Native American graduated beaded necklace. By Tommy Singer. In sterling silver with
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20th Century American Native American Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Mixed Gemstone Station Link Necklace - 14k Cushion Round Bead Adjust
Located in Greensboro, NC
, & Bead Stone Note: Citrine, Garnet, Amethyst, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, & More Style: Station Link
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Tanzanite Polki Diamond Ruby Beaded Necklace & Elephant Pendan
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - large gold double sided diamond clasp on bottom
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, Ruby, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Dazzling Green Amethyst Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
-like wearing. A strand of icicles, only cooler. The clasp is a vintage cufflink of gold and mother of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst Bead And Gold Clasp Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact amethyst bead and gold clasp necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 132 antique edition and 285 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect amethyst bead and gold clasp 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. Finding an appealing amethyst bead and gold clasp necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Marina J., Aria Jewelry Design and Decadent Jewels each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A amethyst bead and gold clasp necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 339 amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and round cut versions for sale. Most of our amethyst bead and gold clasp necklace for sale are for women, but there are 128 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Amethyst Bead And Gold Clasp Necklace?

On average, a amethyst bead and gold clasp necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,706, while they’re typically $68 on the low end and $300,000 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.