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Multi Strand Golden Amber Amethyst Malachite Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Multi Strand Amber Amethyst Malachite Necklace Natural Golden Baltic Amber and small amethyst and
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2010s American Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Amethyst, Malachite

Amethyst, Lapis lazuli and Silver Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Amethyst, Lapis lazuli and Silver Multi-Strand Necklace. It depicts a three rows
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20th Century Moroccan Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Amethyst Citrine Peridot Multi Strand Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Twelve Strand three-dimensional pearl necklace with an 18k centerpiece made of textured yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Go...

16" Multi Strand Pearls Torsade Strand Necklace w/14k Gold Carved Amethyst Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: String, Solid 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 121.61 Grams Type: Multi-Strand Pearl Necklace w/ 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Strand Necklace 18 Kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Peridot Citrine
Located in Paris, FR
Eight row necklace in 18 kt yellow gold composed of amethysts, peridots, citrines. Citrine and
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Early 2000s European Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Sapphire Ruby Emerald Silver Gold Stones Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Coloured necklace in 9kt yellow gold and silver composed of a multi-strand of rock crystal
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Emerald, Pearl, Peridot, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Sapphi...

Multi Strand Necklace 450 Ct Columbia Faceted Emeralds Cgl Certified & Amethyst
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning Multi Strand Necklace 450 ct Columbia Faceted Emeralds CGL Certified & Amethyst Briolets
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Platinum & Gold Carved Amethyst Multi-Strand Lavender Bead Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is an impressive David Webb Lavender color Amethyst bead necklace. Composed of 5 strands of
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20th Century American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Handcraft Amethyst 18 Karat White Gold Pearls and Diamonds Multi-Strand Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Clasp 18 karat white gold multi-strand necklace. Handmade by our craftsmen
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Multi Strand Colorful Necklace with Lavender Jade Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate multi strand necklace consisting of 4.7-5mm beads made of amethyst
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1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

AJD Gorgeous Amethyst & Rose of France Amethyst Double Strand 16" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
This AJD unique double strand of highly polished glittering Rose of France Amethysts are enhanced
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21st Century and Contemporary American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold Plate

AJD Elegant Amethyst & Kunzite Double Strand 20 Inch Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant Amethyst and Kunzite Double-Strand Necklace – A Winter Wardrobe Essential Enhance your
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Kunzite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Double strand jade, amethyst, black onyx, blue chalcedony, rock crystal necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Beautiful mixed stone elegantly simple pair of necklaces with luminous large jade beads, rich
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Onyx, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

AJD 19 Inch Four Strand Necklace of Coin Shaped Amethyst and Pearls
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant 19-Inch Four-Strand Amethyst and Freshwater Pearl Necklace – A Unique Statement Piece
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2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Mixed Metal

Pearl and Amethyst Triple Strand Necklace with 14K Gold-filled Tube Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a triple strand natural baroque pearl and amethyst necklace. We created it with up to 15mm
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2010s American Regency Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold-filled

14K Yellow Citrine, Amethyst, and Baroque Pearl Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless elegance of the 14K Yellow Gold Citrine, Amethyst, and Baroque Pearl Strand
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marko Bicego 18k Yellow Gold Multi-Stone 3-Strand Necklace 29" 55.7g
By Marco Bicego
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful 18k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone 3 Strand Necklace by Marco Bicego Features an Assortment
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20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Tourmaline, Topaz, Quartz, Peridot, Garnet, Citrine, Aquamarine,...

Alex Jona Peridot Amethyst Carnelian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three-Strand Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold multi-strand necklace
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2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

70.00 Cart Lemon Quartz Blue Topaz Green Amethyst Gold Three Strand Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Lemon Quartz Blue Topaz Green Amethyst Three Strand Necklace. Multi-color and multi-size gemstones
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Statement amethyst necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Statement amethyst necklace Opulent necklace made of rose´farbenen natural stones. Two interwoven
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst

700 Ct Natural Amethyst Multi Layer Bead Necklace in Platinum with 9 Ct Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite Platinum Natural Amethyst Multi Layer Bead Necklace, adorned with a
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1990s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum

Mozafarian Amethyst & Sapphire Floral Necklace
Located in London, GB
Mozafarian platinum necklace adorned with dazzling diamonds, vibrant pink sapphires, and rich
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Amethyst Faceted Briolette Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona collection, Five Strand Faceted Briolette Amethyst Necklace with a 18kt Yellow Gold
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2010s Italian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Pearl Amethyst and Chalcedony Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Pearl Amethyst and Chalcedony Necklace A massive David Webb necklace with five strands
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20th Century American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Pearl, 18k Gold

Woven Amethyst Necklace with Silver Butterfly Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst woven necklace with vintage silver butterfly, beads & clasp. 1.5 mm amethyst beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Marco Bicego Multi-Gemstone & Pearl 18k Gold Paradise Necklace
By Marco Bicego
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
One of designer Marco Bicego's most alluring confections, a 3 tiered, multi gemstone and pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Blue S...

Prasiolite, Pearl and 14K Rose Gold Filled Double Strand Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
We created this double strand necklace of Prasiolite (green amethyst) with up to 10 mm faceted
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2010s American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold-filled, Rose Gold

Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace: A rare and beautiful
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Cultured Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, ...

Amethyst Carnelian Lavander Jade Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Amethyst Carnelian Lavander Jade Torchon Necklace 18 kt Gold 15,80 gr. Adjustable upon needs.
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2010s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Jade, 18k Gold

Amethyst Carnelian Lavander Jade Torchon Necklace 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Amethyst Carnelian Lavander Jade Torchon Necklace 18 kt Gold 15,80 gr. Adjustable upon needs.
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2010s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Jade, 18k Gold

AJD Double Strand of Real Natural Pink Cultured Pearls&Keshi Pearls 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Amethysts. This 19 inch long necklace has a silver easy to use hook clasp.
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl

Pear Shape Amethyst 14 Karat Freshwater Seed Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Pear Shape Amethyst 14 Karat Freshwater Seed Pearl Necklace Sophisticated 14k gold Amethyst
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Early 2000s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Jade Amber Amethyst Antiques Carved Jade Elements Long Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very special long necklace with to dragon carved jade plaque, antiques Chinese murrine, amber
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2010s Italian Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite, Amber, Amethyst, Jade, Natural Pearl, Gold Plate

Rectangular faceted double necklace of Amethyst beads and freshwater pearls
Located in New Orleans, LA
Striking double necklace of rectangular faceted amethyst beads alternating with peach and mauve
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2010s American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Necklace with Antiques Jade Amethyst Rubelite Lavender Jade 18 Karat Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Multi strands necklace with antiques engrave Jade, Rubelite, amethyst faced beads, rare lavender
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2010s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Jade, Rubelite, 18k Gold

15 Carat Natural Sapphire Aquamarine Amethyst Yard Necklace 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Multicolor Sapphires Aquamarine Amethyst yard necklace. Ovals, cuts. Average each 6x3 mm
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2010s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luise Amethyst Multistrnds and Pearls Rubies and Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Charming amethyst multi strands necklace embellished with a clasp in 9 Kt rose gold and silver
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Modern Gold Signed Ippolita Multi Color Gem Rainbow Lollipop 36 Inch Necklace
By Ippolita
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern Gold Signed Ippolita Multi Color Gem Rainbow Lollipop 36 Inch Necklace The piece is bezel
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2010s European Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Gianmaria Buccellati Torsade Necklace Amethyst Citrine 18k Gold Gemstone Vintage
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Torrance, CA
. Three strands of briolette faceted citrine and amethyst measure (average) 5mm. The semi-precious
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eileen Coyne Blue Calcedony Cabochon Amethyst 22K Gold, Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. This stunning blue calcedony, amethyst, 22K yellow gold and sterling silver statement necklace features
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20th Century Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Amethysts, White Stones, Rubies, Onyx, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful necklace composed of 3 strands of amethysts and a clasp in 9kt rose gold and silver
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2010s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Diamonds Amethysts Rock Crystal Flowers Little Pearls Rose Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Gorgeous retrò multi-strand necklace realized in 9K rose
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Vintage 1970s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Amethyst Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This unique seven row Freshwater pearl and amethyst necklace by Yoko London is simultaneously
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2010s British Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yoko London Pearl, Diamond, Morganite & Green Amethyst Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This 18 Karat rose gold necklace by Yoko London features two rows of expertly matched Freshwater
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2010s British Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Morganite, White Diamond, Diamo...

Retro Intertwined Amethysts Necklace, with Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires Clasp
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing intertwined multi-strand necklace realized with 5 strands of beautiful inttertwined
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Silver

Oscar De La Renta Amethyst Crystal Art Nouvau Inspired Link Collar Necklace
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
baguette crystals accent the necklace with a soft amethyst hue, adding a subtle touch of color and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate

Bochic “Capri” Sexy Amethyst, Citrin & Peridot Bracelet Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Amethyst, Citrin & Peridot Bracelet or Ankelt Set in 18K Gold & Silver The link
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antiques Liberty Turquoise Coral Gold Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
, amethyst, red Italian coral. Measure is adjustable on the back side. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Gold

Gorgeous 14 Carat Natural Purple Bicolor Amethyst Long Emerald Cut from Brazil
Located in Peshawar, PK
Gemstone Type : Amethyst Weight : 14.0 Carats Dimensions : 19.3x9.9x10.1 mm Clarity : Eye Clean(SI
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Multi-Strand Nec...

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Amethyst, 22k Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 14k Gold

Luxury Necklace gemstone's in 14k yellowgold
Located in Berlin, BE
Embark on a dreamlike journey with this exquisite tutti frutti necklace, meticulously crafted in
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Vintage 1970s French Aesthetic Movement Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Tourmaline, Tanzanite, Citrine, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Uzbekistan Enamel Turquoise Rodocrosite Agate Long Rainbow Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very special long necklace with white coral madrepora, rose quartz, rhodochrosite, cianite
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2010s Italian Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Coral, Bronze, Enamel

Exotic Artisan Coral & Lapis Semi Precious Statement Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Exotic artisan coral & lapis statement necklace The unique handmade artisan necklace is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Coral, Hematite, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Stainle...

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Rose Quartz - 6 Carats Mix Gems - 18 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy Gems Necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold...

Bochic “Capri” Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Red Ruby & Mix Gems Long Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Rubies - 16 carats Blue Topaz Amethyst Citrin The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy Gems Necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Citrine, Amethyst, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold Plate, Ye...

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Topaz, Peridot, Citrine, Amethyst, Silver, Yellow...

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold Plate, Ye...

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold Plate, Ye...

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold Plate, Ye...

Multicolored Natural Gemstones Necklace 6.2 Carats 18K Yellow Gold Plated Silver
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural 4 Amethysts = 1.34
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2010s Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold Plate, Ye...

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Multi Strands Amethyst Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of multi strands amethyst necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 58 vintage versions or 54 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of multi strands amethyst necklaces made by Retro jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Giulia Colussi, Karen Sugarman Designs and Marco Bicego produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Amethyst versions, from our inventory of 93, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for bead multi strands amethyst necklaces and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes pear cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our multi strands amethyst necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 28 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Multi Strands Amethyst Necklaces?

Prices for multi strands amethyst necklaces start at $86 and top out at $58,020 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,399.

The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design

There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.

Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”

Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.

Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.

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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Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.