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Georgian Natural Pearls and diamonds necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Very Cool Natural Pearls and Diamonds pendant Georgian Necklace consisting in 5.5 cts of diamonds
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Late 19th Century European Georgian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver

Antique Georgian Natural Pearls and diamonds necklace
Georgian Natural Pearls and diamonds necklace
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W 1.34 in L 21.66 in
Saltwater Natural Pearl Necklace Diamond and Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive single strand, saltwater natural pearl necklace with a 0.15 carat diamond, 15
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1920s Unknown Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Sunflower Necklace
Located in London, GB
-layered antique pendant has been formed into the shape of a sunflower with a semi-round natural pearl at
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19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Large Amethyst Natural Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Natural pearls scattered artfully in Art Nouveau scroll work surrounding an exquisite show-stopping
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1880s American Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Saltwater Button Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique silver-topped gold necklace is composed of thirty button pearls ranging in size, and
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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White Diamond, Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Natural Pearl Gold Ribbon Filigree Pin Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade natural pearl rose gold pin and locket necklace with original handmade chain. Bail and
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1870s Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cobalt Blue Enamel Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 18k yellow gold vivid cobalt blue enamel center pendant with natural pearl halo and crown
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Belle Époque Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace in Platinum and Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This charming Belle Époque pendant necklace features a white half pearl of 6.6 mm in diameter, set
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Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...

Victorian Natural Pearl Enamel Rose Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 1880-1890 pearl rose gold tassel pendant necklace. Handmade rose gold chain. The center
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique natural pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1880. A gold and silver necklace with one central
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large natural pearl and 12 karat rose gold pendant; part of our
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19th Century Unknown Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
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H 0.36 in W 2.09 in L 3.7 in
Antique Art Nouveau Gold Necklace, Pendant, with Diamonds and Natural Pearls
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Art Nouveau Gold Necklace, with Diamonds and Natural Pearls. The big central diamond
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Antique Victorian Necklace with Natural Pearls and Sapphire in 15 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian necklace with natural pearls and sapphire set in 15 carat yellow gold. The
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Extremely chic and very delicate necklace, created in
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Summerland, CA
Platinum and gold Edwardian lavalier with Old Mine cut diamonds and a semi Baroque pearl. No karat
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Early 1900s Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Pearl Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Shape: Natural Pearl Carat Weight: .75 carat, total weight Side Stone Details: Shape: Antique Rose Cut
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Gold Domed Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful Victorian Mid 1800’s (1840-1850) Natural half Pearl Necklace and earring set on handmade
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
pearls along with one old cut diamond and one natural sapphire. Natural patina. 18 inch later chain. 43
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Late 19th Century Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Edwardian 1.20 Ct Diamond Solitaire Natural Pearl Platinum /Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Edwardian period 1900 circa necklace, crafted of Platinum and 18 kt gold Design is of infinite
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Citrine Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade pink gold chain and wire pendant with fine pearls and incredible natural untreated orangey
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Early 1900s Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Natural White Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
-Victorian pendant features fifty natural white pearls arrayed over a domed circle with an intricate open
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian 1870 Gorgeous Festoon Fringe Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
festoon necklace was carefully crafted with in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. Designed with multiples
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1870s English Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1860s pearl and 21 karat yellow gold pendant with an 18
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.44 in W 1.48 in L 16 in
Art Nouveau Siberian Amethyst Natural Pearl Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
beautifully around the neck. This necklace has such fabulous movement with the dangling natural pearls
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Antique Portrait Enamel, Rose Diamond and Natural Pearl Necklace, Austrian.
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique multi color portrait enamel, rose diamond, natural pearl, yellow gold and silver necklace
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1860s Austrian Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

GIA Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Double Dangle Gold Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian silver topped 14k gold double dangle diamond and natural pearl drop pendant necklace. The
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Late 19th Century Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Art Deco Natural Pearl Necklace and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful natural pearl necklace crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian natural pearl and 0.94 carat diamond, 9 karat
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.67 in W 1.73 in L 16.5 in
Pearl and Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl & Diamond Gold Necklace, natural pearls Circa 1890 14K Yellow Gold Length: 16 inches
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1890s Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique natural pearl and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Krementz Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Natural Pearl Festoon Necklace
By Krementz & Co
Located in Narberth, PA
This exquisite pearl festoon necklace is a signed piece by Krementz from the Art Nouveau (ca1910
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1910s American Art Nouveau Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1800's 3.50 Carat Garnet Natural Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Garnet, approx. total weight 1.30cts Approx. 50 natural drilled pearls 1.5mm 14k Yellow Gold 13.3 grams
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Early 19th Century Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Necklace Natural Pearls Diamonds Emeralds solid 18K Gold /40cm/ 5.6gr
Located in SE
Fine ca. early XX cent. Necklace featuring a beautiful set of 99 gradually sized natural Pearls
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Emerald, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

19th Century Diamond Knot Certified Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. Splendid antique necklace it is formed of a chain jaseron mesh
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Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Edwardian 2.6 Carat Diamond and Natural Pearl Lavalier Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
Edwardian 2.6 carat diamond and natural pearl Lavalier Necklace circa 1910 This decorative
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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Beautiful and very delicate necklace, created in England
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Victorian Greek Revival Natural Pearl Filigree Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A one of a kind Greek Revival natural pearl filigree work necklace. Centering this necklace are a
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Late 19th Century Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Natural Angel Skin Pink Coral Pearl Necklace
Located in Versailles, FR
As gentle as a spring breeze, this very beautiful pink angel skin coral and pearl necklace is an
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Early 20th Century French Retro Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Seed Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
carats and accented with natural seed pearls radiating out in a flower design. The pendant is suspended
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and 1.48 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 1890s Art Deco natural pearl and 1.48 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and
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1890s Art Deco Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Amethyst Natural Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst dangle below with scroll design hangers along with 2 natural fresh water pearls. Two more natural
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Mid-19th Century Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
France, 1920's. Set with a drop-shaped natural pearl measuring 14,2 x 11,5 x 7,5 mm, color silver
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

French Louis-Philippe Amethysts Natural Pearl Black Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
pendant is set with half natural pearls, and in pendent with 2 round amethysts set with claws and 3
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1830s French Romantic Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Georgian Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklet
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This exquisite handmade Georgian necklet features 56 natural pearls and 116 diamond chips set in
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1770s English Georgian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl

Edwardian Gold Diamond Natural Pearl Starburst Brooch
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Gorgeous Edwardian c.1900 18 Carat Gold, Rose cut Diamond and split Natural Pearl Starburst bar
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

Antique Necklace natural Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum Silver / 44cm/ 6.8 gr
Located in SE
Early 20th century Necklace featuring beautiful set of 6 natural Seed Pearls and 3 natural half
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Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver

Antique Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant Silver on Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
H/I-vs/si quality. The pendant is further decorated with one golden and one white natural pearl
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An English antique 18 karat gold pendant locket with diamonds. The pendant locket has 1 old mine
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Late 19th Century English Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
Antique Pearl Diamond Gold Locket Necklace
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W 1.5 in L 25 in
1920s Natural Pearl and 1.70 Carat Diamond 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive natural pearl and 1.70 carat diamond and 21 karat yellow gold, 21 karat white
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1920s Unknown Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
yellow gold, tested Hallmarks: some marks hard to make out Gems: 2 natural Freshwater pearls of 12 mm. x
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1840s European Georgian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
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H 2.05 in W 0.91 in L 18.51 in
Antique Pearl Garnet Gold Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique garnet and pearl set snake necklace. Set with three oval old cut garnets in closed back
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold

Antique Chrysoberyl Natural Pearl And Gold Brooch-Cum-Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
surrounding cluster of natural half pearls, on an openwork scroll brooch pendant, set with natural half pearls
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1910s English Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Chrysoberyl, Natural Pearl, Gold

GIA Natural Saltwater Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Edwardian Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
yellow gold back. GIA certified natural pinctada silvery white saltwater pearl. 16 inches in length. 1
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum

French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A French made, victorian period natural sapphire and pearl necklace
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18kt / Platinum Diamond, Calibrated Ruby + Natural Pearl Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous pendant necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Mixed Metal

Natural Fine Purple Amethyst and Seed Pearl Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
This large antique cross fashioned from 14kt yellow gold is set with a stunning natural fine purple
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Edwardian 18K Gold Diamond Ruby Natural Pearl Necklace Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
necklace is very well made, natural pearls are fine quality with high lustre and very good skins. Item
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Early 20th Century European Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Victorian Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Victorian natural pearl necklace with a gorgeous clasp. Features three strands of natural pearls
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian GIA Natural Pearl Sapphire Platinum Floral Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18K Yellow gold accents. Is centered by a Light Pink GIA Certified Natural saltwater Pearl, measuring
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

20th Century Fine Pearl and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. This exquisite antique necklace is made of a fine convict mesh
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace

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

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Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique gold and natural pearl necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Finding the perfect antique gold and natural pearl necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Creating an antique gold and natural pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier and Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are consistently popular. An old european cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and old mine cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique gold and natural pearl necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Gold And Natural Pearl Necklace?

On average, an antique gold and natural pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $5,200, while they’re typically $1,200 on the low end and $130,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.