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Antique Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond necklace. Set with one cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back raised claw
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1880s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Riviere Necklace, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
, to an elegant articulated necklace flowing with movement featuring polished edges, ridged collets and
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1850s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond

Edwardian Pearl, Diamond, and Platinum Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Edwardian knife edge festoon necklace comprised of collet-set diamonds and pearls, in platinum
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1910s Edwardian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Sunflower Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an exceptionally crafted necklace from the Victorian era. The frame of this multi
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19th Century Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Antique diamond necklace, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Antique diamond necklace. Set with one round old cut diamond in an open back cutdown setting with a
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1880s Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Early Victorian Amethyst Maltese Cross Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace accented by collet set foiled oval amethysts. The necklace is 14k gold, and likely made in
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1860s Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Antique Important Diamond Silver on Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace has the diamonds set in silver on a base or gallery of yellow gold. The two precious metals having
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1870s British Early Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique 4.13 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique necklace displays two impressive Old European round cut diamonds, collet set in relief at the
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1920s Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 4.13 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Antique 4.13 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.18 in W 0.84 in D 0.18 in Dm 0.84 in L 14 in
Antique 1.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse 1920's diamond jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Necklace
Antique 1.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Necklace
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Antique Aquamarine Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
aquamarine. The feature platinum and seed pearl necklace setting is embellished with two further collet set
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Collet Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 10 Karat Gold & Garnet Rivière Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
flat cut natural red garnets, foil-backed in collet settings. Necklace measures approximately 15.75
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1830s British Georgian Antique Collet Necklace

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Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.13Ct Diamond and Platinum Necklace Circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique diamond drop 1.13 carat necklace in platinum; part of our diverse
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1920s Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
diamond set leaves and the outermost surmounted with collet set diamonds, the upper half of the necklace
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Cultured Pearl and 5.32 Carat Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage cultured pearl and 5.32 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold necklace; part of our
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1660s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1920s 0.66 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold necklace; part of
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold

1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
1920s 0.66 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Necklace
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H 0.14 in W 0.23 in L 18.5 in
Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace incorporates five stunning square polished cut lapis lazuli. Each of the feature stones is collet
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19th Century Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.08 in W 0.87 in L 15.5 in
Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Pearl Lavalier Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
the wearer’s slightest movement. This Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Pearl Lavalier Festoon Necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace or Brooch by Gautrait
By Gautrait
Located in London, GB
A yellow gold and platinum necklace composed of a horizontal openwork oval pendant with a central
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond

Antique Victorian 2.65 Carat Tourmaline and Peridot Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine
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1890s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.45 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 274.91 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Pearl Necklace Bird Horse Deer Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Collet Necklace

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Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Antique Belle Époque Oriental Pearl Diamond Gold Articulated Necklace France
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant Belle Époque necklace is composed of collet set oriental pearls and rose cut diamonds
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1880s French Belle Époque Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold

Garnet Pearl Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Flower Motif
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Austro-Hungarian Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace with a Garnet set
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Collet Necklace

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Pearl, Garnet, Silver

Antique Amethyst Citrine and Turquoise 20K Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
turquoise, 20 carat yellow gold drop necklace; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. This
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, Citrine, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl and Diamond Tiara/Necklace/Bracelet, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
, with millegrain borders and collets featuring openwork galleries and circular backholing, necklace
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian 3.06 Carat Garnet and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold necklace in the form of a snake; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate
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1890s Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

1920s Antique 3.43 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the antique necklace features a round faceted peridot, millegrain decorated collet set amist further
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 396.09 Carat Amethyst and 14K Yellow Gold Riviere / Collarette Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
riviere collarette necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning antique
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

48.34Ct Aquamarine and 0.70Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse aquamarine jewelry collections. This magnificent, fine
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1920s Antique Collet Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.90 Carat Zircon and Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive
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1910s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Zircon, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Platinum Pearl Flower Necklace Belle Époque Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary museum quality Art Nouveau, Belle Epoque Pendant Necklace set with Rose
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Antique 0.73 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Floral Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dutch cut diamonds, in addition to a further collet set Old European round cut diamond. The linear drop
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1910s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 35.22 Carat Cabochon Cut Coral and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 1870s 35.22 carat coral and 12 karat yellow gold drop necklace; part
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1870s Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Georgian Pink Topaz Necklace and Earring Demi-Parure Set
Located in Narberth, PA
be worn en suite. This incredible handcrafted pink topaz necklace and earring set is from the early
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1750s Unknown Georgian Antique Collet Necklace

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Topaz, 18k Gold

Victorian 9.32 Carat Peridot and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace - boxed; part of our diverse Victorian jewellery collections This stunning antique peridot
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1890s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold

Circa 1920 Natural Unenhanced Burmese Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace Tiara
Located in London, GB
Burmese sapphire and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty two cushion shape old
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Onyx and Coral Necklace with Diamond Accent in Platinum and Gold
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco coral, onyx, diamond, and platinum necklace, comprised of an onyx lozenge centered by a
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1920s Art Deco Antique Collet Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Belle Epoque Citrine Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to offer this gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Citrine Pendant Necklace in 14
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19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Collet Necklace

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Pearl Necklace Clover Flower Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Collet Necklace

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

Rose Cut Diamond Platinum Crescent Moon Pendant Necklace French Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
in higher prongs. On the outside are a row of raised collet set Rose Cuts alternating with inset
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 Collet Necklace

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

5 Carat Citrine Pearl Heart Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
by 7mm and is approximately 5 Carats. The citrine is set in a beaded collet and surrounded by a
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Siberian Amethyst Circle Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
the beautifully faceted gems set in cut down collets so characteristic of the period. The classic and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 15kt / Sterling Table Cut Diamond Cross 3ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
diamonds within silver-topped collet settings. The diamonds, weighing an approximate 3ctw, are absolutely
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1750s English Georgian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Georgian 15kt / Sterling Table Cut Diamond Cross 3ctw
Georgian 15kt / Sterling Table Cut Diamond Cross 3ctw
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W 1.07 in D 0.13 in L 1.75 in
Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
catch the light. A larger Rose Cut diamond hangs below within a collet setting, swinging freely
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
Victorian 14kt/Sterling Rose Cut Diamond Heart Pendant 1ctw
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H 1.88 in W 1.07 in D 0.38 in
Rare Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Pendant circa 1700 14 Karat Gold Dutch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
the widest point. The rose cut diamonds are set in silver collets atop 14 Karat gold. The gold
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18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Collet Necklace

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

Georgian Flat Back Garnet Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
by their closed, foil backing. The stones rest in a clawed collet setting, the perfect complement to
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1830s Unknown Georgian Antique Collet Necklace

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Georgian Flat Back Garnet Pendant
Georgian Flat Back Garnet Pendant
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W 1.25 in D 0.25 in L 2.38 in
Victorian 14kt/Sterling Onyx Locket with Diamond Starburst Locket Pendant 0.80ct
Located in Narberth, PA
diamond in a gold, raised closed-back collet setting. The backside of the onyx pendant houses a gold
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Early 1900s Unknown Late Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

0.96ct Aquamarine and Pearl, 15ct Yellow Gold Pendant - Antique Circa 1895
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive central collet set round faceted cut aquamarine. This frame is further ornamented with fifteen
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Collet Necklace

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 5.48 Carat Opal and 2.91 Carat Diamond 15k Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning millegrain decorated, collet set Old European round cut diamonds. The magnificent antique pendant
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1910s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Natural Pearl and 1.70 Carat Diamond 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive single strand pearl necklace consists of ninety-five individually knotted natural pearls
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1920s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s Antique 1.12 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

1900s Antique 1.12 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
1900s Antique 1.12 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
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Antique 5.05 Carat Aquamarine 0.30 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The central pierced decorated, quatrefoil-shaped frame displays a stunning feature collet set oval
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Belle Epoqué Diamond and Seed Pearl Choker French, circa 1910
Located in Firenze, IT
The central panels with applied rose-cut diamond to the diamond collet suspending a seed pearl and
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

4.40 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 3.14 Carat Diamond and Pearl Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pierced decorated, lozenge-shaped frame displays a stunning central collet set 4.20ct cabochon cut
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver set necklace; part of our antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver

Antique 1.15 Carat Aquamarine and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning feature collet set, round faceted cut aquamarine, accented with millegrain decoration. The
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1910s Antique Collet Necklace

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.15 Carat Aquamarine and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 1.15 Carat Aquamarine and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive antique 1920s diamond necklace/pendant has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold with a platinum
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1920s Antique Collet Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
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H 0.13 in W 1.22 in L 18 in
Victorian 2.40 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with a central collet set square step cut amethyst. The scalloped edged frame that surrounds the
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Collet Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Collet Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique collet necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and silver. Our collection of these items for sale includes 133 vintage editions and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique collet necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 carat and 1 carat versions are of considerable interest. An antique collet necklace from Child & Child — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An antique collet necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 71, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our antique collet necklace for sale are for women, but there are 67 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Collet Necklace?

The price for an antique collet necklace starts at $1,050 and tops out at $189,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,881.

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. 

Questions About Antique Collet Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.