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Agate Jade Carved Antiques Jade Necklace 18 K Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Yellow agate necklace with amazing antique Chinese jade pendant fish shape, 18 k gold gr 8,60
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Early 1700s Italian Artisan Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, Jade, Labradorite, Gold

1870s Carved 18k Coral Gold Link Necklace, Torre del Greco, Italy
Located in St. Catharines, ON
gold enhanced at intervals with raised gold flowers. Mounted in 18k and 14k yellow gold. Circa 1870
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1870s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k Gold and Coral Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
archeological style gold spheres Length: 82cm Weight: 135gr.
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1890s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian 18K Gold Vase and Stones Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A lovely vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold wide vase charm pendant adorned with fine colored
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sabbadini 18K Yellow and White Gold Necklace with Diamonds
By Sabbadini
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Crafted from 18k white and yellow gold during the late-20th century, this exquisite Sabbadini
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Early 20th Century Italian Contemporary Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Galaxy Pendant Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
This is a necklace made of a 16 carat amethyst with 10 grams of rose gold18k, the amethyst has a
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Anglo-Indian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Amethyst, Rose Gold

Antique 19th Century Italian Micro Mosaic Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian, circa 1850s-1860s, probably made at Vatican workshops. The pendant is crafted in 18K gold
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Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Gold

Archaeological-Revival Gold And Hardstone Intaglio Necklace Italy Circa 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Supporting 18 oval Roman intaglios 1st Century AD carved with themes and motifs from Classical
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1870s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Marina B Rare Gold Necklace
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful one-of-a-kind necklace by Marina B, made in 18kt yellow and blackened gold, highlighted
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1880s Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Italy 1850 Roma Papal States Egyptian Revival Micro Mosaic Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Egyptian revival patterns, in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats. It is embellished with several panels
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1850s Italian Egyptian Revival Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold and Moonstone Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold pendant set with a large, oval-pear, cabochon cut moonstone open set in fourteen
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19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold and Moonstone Pendant
Victorian 18K Gold and Moonstone Pendant
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H 15.75 in W 7.49 in
Carved Coral Emerald Diamond Pendant 18k Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
, diamond 18 k Gold 11gr. We propose with silk string but is also possible to buy a gold rigid necklace upon
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19th Century Italian Artist Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

An Early 19th Century Shell Cameo Gold Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
An early 19th century shell cameo necklace, the shell cameos set in gold cannetille mounts with
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Early 19th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Victorian Articulated Cannon Charm with Coral
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold Victorian charm is shaped like a cannon, with articulated moving parts that allow the
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Early 1900s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This Vintage Italian Crucifix is a captivating piece of religious jewelry crafted from lustrous 18
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
Vintage Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Crucifix
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W 0.91 in L 1.82 in
Gold Necklace with Micomosaic
Located in Paris, FR
A Three-stranded gold necklace features nine oval micromosaics set in ovals of red purpuring glass
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Early 1800s French Empire Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Silver And Large Silver Coin Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Supporting a silver coin, ITALIAN STATES, LIVORNO, Cosimo III, Tollero, 1704, Livorno. Crowned
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Early 1700s Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold and Red Glass Micromosaic Necklace, circa 1810-1820
Located in Firenze, IT
The necklace composed of graduating oval micromosaic plaques depicting various classical
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1820s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian 1860s 18K Yellow Gold Swan Micro Mosaic Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
in 18 karat yellow gold. This glorious Victorian micro mosaic pendant is designed as 2 shield
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Mid-19th Century Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Antique 1850s Yellow Gold Necklace, Turquoise and Pearls
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
1850s, realized in 18k yellow gold structure, with a pendant in gold and enriched by turquoise beads and
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1850s Italian Retro Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Fiorino Coin 1799 Pendant Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique gold fiorino coin dated 1779 with the setting gold pendant. Diameter : 3,2cm Weight: 8.52gr.
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1790s Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Box Chain Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique box chain necklace set with a tassel pendant. The box chain necklace is made of 18 karat
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Carved Agate 18 Karat Gold Fresh Water Pearls Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Rare antiques carved agate 18k Gold gr 23,50 fresh water pearls adjustable necklace. All Giulia
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1810s Italian Artisan Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 1870s 18K Gold Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Micro Mosaic Pendant
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
colours, set in 18 karat yellow gold, with 18 karat yellow gold fittings. This pendant contains a
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1935 Milanese 18kt Yellow White Gold Hand Crafted Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, circa 1935, Hancrafted Yellow and White Gold brushed and polished Necklace, in
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Early 20th Century Italian Modern Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Circa 1935 Milanese 18kt Yellow White Gold Hand Crafted Necklace
Circa 1935 Milanese 18kt Yellow White Gold Hand Crafted Necklace
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W 0.813 in D 0.162 in L 17.677 in
18KT Yellow Gold Necklace and 51.45 Ct. Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
By Fratelli Piccini
Located in Firenze, FI
18KT yellow gold necklace and diamonds. Gorgeous necklace in 18KT yellow gold and 51.45 ct
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Early 1900s Italian Belle Époque Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
eagle hallmark indicating a minimum fineness of 18 karat gold, est. 1838. The pendant comes without the
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 18k Gold

An Archaeological Revival Gold And Agate Intaglio Necklace Circa 1850
Located in Firenze, IT
The woven chain set to the front with a large agate intaglio depicting Hercules. Bearing 18ct gold
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Mid-19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian 18 karat yellow gold chain included. Circa 1880. The pendant measures 1 ⅜ inches in length
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1880s Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Modernist Bold Double Stand Pearl Necklace with Lapis, Gold and Diamond Clasps
Located in New York, NY
have 188 pearls joined by two 18k yellow gold clasps set with lapis and 6 round cut diamonds each. They
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1870s Italian Modernist Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Necklace Tanzanite Ruby Mother of Pearl
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Very special necklace linked in 18k gold gr.21,78 with carved ruby leaf shape, cabochon ruby
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19th Century Italian Artisan Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold

Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
jewelry that reflects the craftsmanship and artistry of Italian design. The use of 18-karat yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Chiselled Italian Cross 18 Karat Gold and White Pearl
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Gorgeous Italian Cross in 18kt Yellow and White Gold. The Pearl is set on a white gold crown in the
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French "Belle Époque" Coral Angel Skin Diamond Yellow Gold "Negligé" Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 carat yellow gold. This splendid and rare necklace "negligé" is formed of a chain
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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White Diamond, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl and Enamel Miniature Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat gold necklace with pearls and enamel miniature which also becomes a brooch, Italy
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Long Citrine and Turquoise Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
end a Labradorite drop. 18 kt Gold gr 5,20. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been
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1820s Italian Artisan Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Citrine, Labradorite, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Ancient Parthian Kings Coin 123-88 BCE Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
damage to the gold. All gemstones and parts are secured in the settings. This necklace has been carefully
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Modernist Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, White Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Ox Blood Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
a deep red hue. In excellent condition, recently restrung with an original 18k gold Victorian clasp
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Early 1900s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Diamond Warrior Pendant
Located in New York, NY
18K Y/gold enamel ruby diamond pendant. One side with two headed eagle the other side a diamond
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19th Century Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, Gold

Ancient Greek 350 BC Corinth Pegasus Stater Coin Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Coin Necklace with Pegasus Stater from Corinth. A modernist piece, created in Italy and mounted
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

British 1890 Rare Liberty Art and Craft Geometric Necklace 18kt Gold Coral Cameo
Located in Miami, FL
1890's. It was carefully crafted, with sleek patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karat, with brushed
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1890s British Arts and Crafts Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chrysoprase and Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The line collar, suspending a tapering cascade of oval cabochon chryspoprase, within rose cut diamonds. Lenght:40cm Weight:25gr.
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

A Renaissance Diamond And Enamel Necklace 16th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
The pendant with an interlaced rose-cut diamond frame between white and black enamel, suspending box-shaped bezel set with a single table-cut diamond with black and white enamel deco...
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
chain shown in the photos. It's a beautifully made, solid and substantial Italian cable chain in 18
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18...

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
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H 2.96 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.52 in L 15.87 in
Italian cameo pendant & pearl earrings set
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Kenilworth, US
Exquisitely carved Italian oval shell cameo profile pendant of Zeus remounted in a custom 18K gold
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Early 20th Century Italian Classical Roman Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Italian cameo pendant & pearl earrings set
Italian cameo pendant & pearl earrings set
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W 1.75 in D 0.5 in L 3 in
Elegante pendente ottocentesco con diamanti "a rosa"
Located in Sežana, SI
Raffinato pendente circolare di produzione ottocentesca, area Impero Austroungarico. Realizzato con struttura in oro e castoni in argento, reca diamanti naturali tagliati "a rosa", p...
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Late 19th Century Italian Romantic Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Elegante pendente ottocentesco con diamanti "a rosa"
Elegante pendente ottocentesco con diamanti "a rosa"
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H 1.97 in W 1.11 in D 0.16 in Dm 1.11 in
Cameo Coral Gold Black Enamel Dionysus Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
skin and bunch of grapes on the head. Mounted in gold and black enamel The pendant 60 mm long, the
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1820s Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

18kt Yellow Gold And Agate Cameo Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Cameo on agate depicting a woman carrying a jewellery box, her feet on clouds. 18kt yellow gold
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pearl and 0.20 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white
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1910s Unknown Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx cross pendant with 18 karat gold harness and pearls / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
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H 3.47 in W 1.58 in
Gold Bronze Antiques Pendant
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Antiques Chinese bronze pendant 18 k Gold gr. 12,30. The pendant come with silk string but a gold
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19th Century Italian Artist Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Gold, Bronze

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Pearl and Onyx Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian 18 karat white gold necklace with a 15mm diameter pearl, onyx spacer, and diamonds
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, Pearl, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Photo-holder Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx photo-holder pendant with 18 karat gold fittings and pearls (faith-hope-charity
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Impressive Victorian Micro Mosaic Urn Locket/Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible Italian micro mosaic urn locket/pin from the Victorian (circa 1880) era! This
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold

Impressive Victorian Micro Mosaic Urn Locket/Pin
Impressive Victorian Micro Mosaic Urn Locket/Pin
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W 1.38 in L 3.75 in
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian 18 karat white gold love knot pendant with small diamonds and a gray pearl / Made
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Pendant
18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pearl Pendant
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H 17.72 in W 3.94 in
Antique Gold and Cameo Bishop’s Pendant Dated 1842
Located in Firenze, IT
A carnelian cameo representing Saint Peter in profile in a yellow gold 750 pendant setting Height
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1840s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Agate, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage cross necklace pendant of 18 karat rose gold with blue enamel and diamonds for a total of 3
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

18kt Yellow Gold Pink Coral Cameo Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Cameo depicting probably the Greek God Dionysus wearing a panther skin and bunch of grapes on the head. Size 55mm x 40mm
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1890s Italian Victorian Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Hippopotamus Coin Pendant 18kt Gold (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An authentic Otacilia Severa, Rome, Antoninianus AR coin (244-249 AD) set within a custom 18kt gold
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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18k Gold

Roman Hippopotamus Coin Pendant 18kt Gold (pendant only)
Roman Hippopotamus Coin Pendant 18kt Gold (pendant only)
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H 1.5 in W 0.88 in D 0.019 in
Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds" is a fine piece of jewelry that combines
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.83 in L 1.38 in
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Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique 18k gold necklace italian for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 7 vintage or 6 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an antique 18k gold necklace italian from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique 18k gold necklace italian over the years, but those made by Natkina, Cynthia Scott and Giulia Colussi are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique 18k gold necklace italian can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an antique cushion cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique 18k gold necklace italian, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique 18k Gold Necklace Italian?

Prices for an antique 18k gold necklace italian can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,400 and can go as high as $35,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,294.

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.