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Victorian Black Onyx Rose Gold Bead Court Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
condition--the black onyx beads have no chips or scratches, and the yellow gold clasps and links are
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1880s Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Black Onyx Marcasite Necklace Sterling Silver Bow Motif Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO BLACK ONYX MARCASITE NECKLACE OF THE FINEST QUALITY
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold and black onyx combined with the masterful Art Deco Workmanship is truly something special! Enjoy
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Victorian Black Onyx 14k Gold Locket Necklace Flower Motif Pearl, Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture locket pendant necklace in Black Onyx, and 14 Karat
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Platinum Black Onyx & Diamond Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum black onyx and diamond pendant with 14K white gold fancy Deco link chain. The center
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum Black Onyx & Diamond Pendant
Platinum Black Onyx & Diamond Pendant
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W 0.63 in L 1.5 in
Victorian Black Onyx Pearl Locket Necklace Flower Motif 14K Braided Hair Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture locket pendant necklace in Black Onyx, and
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco Silver Onyx Beads Ornamental Link Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This striking Art Deco link necklace is made out of fourteen cast silver elements with a cut out
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Silver

ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and old mine cut, rose cut and single cut diamonds. 0.45ct
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
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H 3.15 in W 1.5 in L 16.54 in
Antique Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique black onyx and 0.23 carat diamond, 18 karat white and
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1880s Unknown Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Locket
Antique Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Locket
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W 1.32 in L 1.73 in
Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
detail around the edges, a black onyx face with a star set old cut diamond. Like most mourning jewellery
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19th Century Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Black Onyx Carved Sphinx
Located in Athens, GR
Museum replica pendant in 18 karat yellow gold completely handmade set with black Onyx hand carved
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Black Onyx Carved Sphinx
Dimos 18k Gold Black Onyx Carved Sphinx
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H 1.378 in W 0.748 in
Art Deco 30 Carat Amethyst Onyx and Pearl Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
cut buff top black onyx and dainty seed pearl accents is sure to make a lasting impression and is a
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Amethyst, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Coral Onyx Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
gold, which complements the deep black onyx and the soft hues of the coral. Such a piece is not merely
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace and pendant set with onyx, old mine cut and rose cut diamond. 0.25ct - 40cm long
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
No Reserve
H 1.5 in W 1.23 in L 15.75 in
Antique Deco Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Aquamarine & the black from the Onyx gemstones. this piece is formed by 2 mm cream tone Seed pearls
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold

ART DECO c.1920's Bronze Black Onyx Large Pendant Bead Dangles Chain Necklace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1920's Art Deco bronze tone large open cut pendant with black onyx glass cabochon bead
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
An exquisite 14K white gold Art Deco pendant necklace features a lovely black onyx set with an
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique, Large Onyx Gold Pendant, Enhancer with Black Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, historical, large onyx gold pendant. The pendant can also be converted into a brooch
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19th Century Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond & Onyx Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period diamond and onyx journey style target necklace in platinum. Centered by three
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

1890 Victorian Diamond and Pearl Black Onyx Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a spectacular 1890 Victorian Black Onyx, Diamond, and Pearl Locket! This locket features 10
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1860s Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Black Onyx Seed Pearl Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century black onyx pendant created with pearls set in a gold floral decor. The oval
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum 18 Karat Gold Diamond Onyx Enamel Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Zurich, CH
Striking historical Art Déco pendant necklace with diamonds, onyx and black enamel. Delicately
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1920s Dutch Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Art Deco Jade, Coral, Onyx and Platinum Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
American family's collection. The necklace composed of coral, black onyx and jade beads, joined by
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

Antique French Mourning locket, Black onyx and 18ct gold, Remember
Located in NEWARK, GB
black onyx contrasts wonderfully with the rich 18ct yellow gold. It has chunky onyx panels front and
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.65 Carat Diamond and Onyx Drop Pendant Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
been expertly rub over set and haloed by deep black onyx gemstones. The onyx totals a weight of 0.30
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, large antique Victorian black onyx and 0.42ct diamond, 18
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1850s Unknown Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Onyx and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace, C. 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Onyx and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace, c. 1920. The fancy cut onyx
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco 1925 Long Sautoir Stations Necklace In Platinum With Pearls And Onyxes
Located in Miami, FL
platinum and and embellished with seventy-one round pearls and twenty-four black onyxes. It is fitted with
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique black onyx, 3.50 carat coral and 0.36 carat demantoid
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1890s Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Coral, Garnet, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
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H 0.61 in W 1.57 in D 0.61 in Dm 1.57 in L 2.87 in
Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
earrings share the same motif; the rich black onyx cabochons are adorned by scalloped, silver-topped tiaras
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1880s French Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 2.60 Ct Old Diamond Pearl Forget Me Not Onyx 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Black Onyx including the bail, loaded with Diamonds,mounted in solid 18 KT gold with silver portions for
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1880s European Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Locket Rose Cut Diamond Platinum Pansy Flower Black Onyx Pendant
Located in New York, NY
an exquisite diamond set Pansy Flower on the carved Black Onyx and Platinum locket. The picture
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant Starburst Onyx Oriental Pearls Black Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant pendant locket has been cut out of onyx and decorated with a starburst made out of
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1870s European Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Lovely Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar
Located in New York, NY
Lovely and elegant Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar from the late 19th Century. Lovely graduated
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1860s British Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, 18k Gold

Lovely Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar
Lovely Victorian Onyx Tear Drop Collar
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W 1.5 in L 14.5 in
Marina J. Art Deco Inspired Pearl & Black Onyx Sautoir with Graduated Tassels
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
wild sheen and luster, bordered by faceted Black Onyx beads, which catch light and shine wonderfully
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Onyx and Seed Pearl Locket
Located in New York, NY
Victorian onyx, gold and seed pearl locket pendant circa 1880's. Lovely buckle motif with photo
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Onyx, 14k Gold

19th Century Sardonyx Black Onyx Carved Cameo Gold Locket
Located in Dallas, TX
opposite side is a carved monogram in black onyx. Hand chiseled gold frame surrounds the white knight
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1880s Late Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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18k Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
Located in London, GB
eight mine cut natural diamonds (approx 1.5-1.75mm each) Crafted from Black onyx stone - set with a
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold

Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
Antique Onyx, Diamond & Opal Mourning Locket
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W 1.97 in D 0.18 in L 2.76 in
Antique Onyx Rose Cut Diamond Gold Initial Locket
Located in Danvers, MA
This superb Victorian period locket is carved from a solid piece of glossy black onyx with an
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond and Onyx Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Late Victorian, 1880-1890, diamond and onyx locket pendant. In the center, the onyx
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

Victorian Onyx & Seed Pearl Mourning Jewelry 3-Piece Suite
Located in METAIRIE, LA
gun. Each containing Oval Slab cut pieces of Natural Black Onyx Accented with Natural Seed Pearls
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1890s Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Onyx Mourning Locket, 9k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique Victorian onyx mourning locket. A smooth plain polished, rich inky black
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival Large Art Deco Onyx Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
carved and polished black onyx depicts the hair, and the diamond and white 18K gold embellishments serve
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold

XVII-XVIII Pendant Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, Diamonds & Onyx
Located in Bilbao, ES
XVII-XVIII Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, rose Diamonds & Onyx Black enamel Conical Chatons
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17th Century French Baroque Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Antique Large Gold Onyx and Rose Diamond French Cross Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Important Cross pendant in 18kt yellow gold adorned with an onyx plate surmounted by a rich
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum, Diamond and Onyx Pendant Watch by Dreicer and Co.
By Dreicer & Co.
Located in Hummelstown, PA
mounted within a domed glossy black onyx plaque framed in a border of single-cut diamonds. The watch
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1920s Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique Victorian Onyx, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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

Antique Victorian Mourning Pendant Brooch, 9k Yellow Gold, Onyx and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
dark black onyx overlay is decorated with a beautiful applied gold chain link design which goes all
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx & Banded Agate Victorian Fob Pendant 9k Carved Intaglio Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Victorian Date: 1870s - 1880s Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Onyx
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1870s Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Agate, Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Arts & Crafts Period Large Scale 14k Gold Onyx and Diamond Pendant / Brooch
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful and large Arts and Crafts Movement period 14k yellow gold, onyx, and diamond pendant
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Arts and Crafts Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Art Deco Pink Sapphire, Onyx, Pearl & 18K Gold Pendant - France - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
against a solid gold circle border - natural polished black onyx center - central cast gold floral detail
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mauboussin Turquoise, Chalcedony and Diamond Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
This impactful Art Deco collar necklace from 1929 is an early Art Moderne jewel by Mauboussin, a
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Platinum

Victorian Hardstone Cameo Locket Necklace Hand Carved Antique Book Chain 1870
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SUPERB VICTORIAN PICTURE LOCKET NECKLACE WITH A HAND CARVED HARDSTONE CAMEO OF A
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Gold-filled

Antique Art Nouveau Enamel Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
multicolor enamel, black onyx, and diamonds covering the essentials of the art nouveau time period. Special
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pietra Dura Flower Lily Pendant Necklace Gold Antique Victorian Etruscan
Located in New York, NY
white flowers and green leaves set against the black background are beautiful. Pietra Dura jewels were
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Art Nouveau 1905 Enamel Pansy Flower Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Pink Quartz
Located in Miami, FL
quartz, purple amethysts and black onyxes. Pink Quartz: Mounted with, 25 faceted beads graduated between
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Amethyst, Onyx, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco 1920 Mughal Tutti Frutti Necklace Silver 303.69 Cts Gemstone And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
, 39.87 carats. 22 Rondelle faceted round cuts (3 mm) carved from Black Onyx, 4.40 carats. This
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Fluorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow...

RARE VICTORIAN VULCANITE GRAPE CHOKER NECKLACE ca. 1860
Located in New York, NY
black ribbon, to be worn as choker. (I love it strung on the Victorian Jet Choker pictured, which is
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1860s Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

Victorian 1870 Gorgeous Festoon Fringe Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
1861. This period included large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood
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1870s English Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1870 Festoon Drop Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold with 96.65 Cts Turquoises
Located in Miami, FL
, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold. This lasted
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1870s British Victorian Antique Black Onyx Necklace

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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Black Onyx Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact antique black onyx 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, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for an antique black onyx necklace 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 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique black onyx necklace over the years, but those made by Amyn The Jeweler, Cartier and Erté are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique black onyx necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 38 Onyx versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Most of our antique black onyx necklace for sale are for women, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Black Onyx Necklace?

The price for an antique black onyx necklace starts at $128 and tops out at $16,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,000.

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.