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Hand Painted Ceramic & 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This one of a kind necklace contains 3 circular ceramic discs with hand painted motifs. Discs are
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Early 20th Century Unknown Renaissance Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

Yellow Gold

Edwardian Vintage Necklace Platinum Diamonds Seed Pearls ca. 1910
Located in Berlin, DE
diamond bow shows the love of detail in that time. Made ca. 1910 the necklace vouches for the
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1910s European Edwardian Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Necklace Yellow Gold Natural Coral Drops by Hancocks 1920
By Hancocks
Located in Berlin, DE
astonishing necklace. The box clasp hidden under a coral cabochon with two safety pins is beautifully
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Coral, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Heart Pearl Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Amethyst Hearts and Seed Pearl Gold Necklace. Hand set with 3
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

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

Vintage Art Deco opaline glass bead necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Art Deco opaline glass bead necklace. It is made up from oval shaped opaline
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Early 20th Century British Antique Vintage Necklace

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Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Art Deco Silver Tone Link Chain Necklace Square Glass Crystals Teardrop Pendant
Located in London, GB
fabulous fine quality vintage necklace looks stunning glinting in the light.
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1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
, exceptional, chic European vintage necklace with 14K gold (585 standard) clasp and natural antique lapis
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond and Sapphire Flag Charm Pendant Necklace, Platinum, Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Introducing an exquisite and exceptionally rare Art Deco vintage necklace, featuring a flag motif
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Earring Necklace Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
recent vintage. NECKLACE CLASP: plunger clasp. MEASUREMENTS: EARRINGS. Approximately 1
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1890s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Art Deco necklace featuring emerald and sapphire beads. This lovely vintage
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with white and pink flower designs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage Chinese Blue Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with blue and pink flower designs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage Chanel Metallic Camellia Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Amman, JO
Chanel chain choker necklace with three silver flower details Color: Silver Material: Metal Large
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15th Century and Earlier French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

18k Vintage Nouvelle Bague Onyx Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 18k Vintage Nouvelle Bague Onyx Necklace is an exquisite piece of luxury that exudes
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

SAPHIRET, ART NOUVEAU necklace, vintage 1920s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent ART NOUVEAU NECKLACE, vintage 1920s, 5 large SAPHIRETs, gold metal, necklace length 43
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1920s Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage Jade Necklace With Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
. The necklace is fastened with a vintage 14K gold clasp. The total length of the necklace is 18" (45.7
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Celadon Jade Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
diameter, and each bead is strung through a knot. The necklace is fastened with a vintage filigree silver
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Jade, Sterling Silver

Vintage Nephrite Jade Silver Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage green nephrite jade beaded necklace made of one single-strand. The necklace consists of
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Early 20th Century European Antique Vintage Necklace

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Jade, Silver

Vintage 18 karat gold Oriental Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
A unique handmade 18 karat gold (Acid tested) Necklace, This necklace comes from somewhere in the
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Early 20th Century Iraqi Post-War Antique Vintage Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 karat French Gold Link Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
This vintage French necklace features an elegantly crafted chain in Acid Tested 18 karat yellow
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Enco Sterling Open Back Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Enco Sterling Open Back Crystal Necklace. This has Graduated sizes going all the way around
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1920s North American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Enco Sterling Open Back Crystal Necklace
Vintage Enco Sterling Open Back Crystal Necklace
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H 0.6 in W 0.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 5 in L 15 in
Mexican 925 Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
necklace truly eye-catching. The vintage charm of this piece adds a sense of history and character. Made
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19th Century Mexican Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Freshwater White Pearl Necklace Length 102"
Located in Chesterland, OH
and accessories! This necklace is in excellent vintage condition. Approximately 1920 - 1930. The
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Vintage Venetian Millefiori Red bead necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
A STUNNING 28" long multi - bead Millefiori beads with matte red rounds and rectangular colorful beads. All hand Knotted 28 in. long. Red rounds beads are 7.92 mm 20mm x 7 mm on the...
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1920s Italian Antique Vintage Necklace

18 karat Gold Vintage French Link Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
A fine example of French Filigree Necklaces. These Necklaces were commonly made in the 1920's and
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Art Nouveau Crescent Moon Flower Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A simply lovely antique Art Nouveau necklace centered by a delightful forget-me-not flower with a
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Jade Spider Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A charismatic and creepy-cool vintage natural jade spider necklace. The body set with a pair of
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Early 20th Century Retro Antique Vintage Necklace

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace Circa 1920s. Most people don't understand the beauty of these
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace, circa 1920s
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H 15 in W 0.25 in D 0.15 in Dm 5 in L 15 in
Large and Extremely Rare Vintage Amber Necklace
Located in Boulder, CO
Baltic Sea. This large piece of amber is extremely rare. This necklace was a part of my late
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Early 20th Century Latvian Artisan Antique Vintage Necklace

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Amber

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst glass drop pendant necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Art Deco era Amethyst glass pendant or drop necklace. It is a station style
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Silver Plate

Victorian Long Vintage Y-Drop Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Step into the allure of a bygone era with this exquisite Victorian Long Vintage Y-Drop Pendant
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish vintage Albert chain necklace set in 9k rose gold. The Albert chain is an
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Choker Woven Chain Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A timeless vintage woven choker chain necklace created in 14 karat gold. The chain of the necklace
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Early 20th Century Dutch Antique Vintage Necklace

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage French 18 karat Gold Crescent Filigree Necklace
Located in Jerusalem, IL
or Horse Shoe Necklace. This Unique style of necklace is always different every Jeweler who made it
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

58 Inches Long Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
the necklace does test as 14k gold. Gross weight 48 grams.
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Vintage Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Talisman Necklace #2566
Located in Washington Depot, CT
- This unique necklace features dangling amber stones and glass leaves on a lovely 14K yellow gold
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Early 1900s Antique Vintage Necklace

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Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Portrait and Garnet Bead Gold Antique Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Victorian Portrait and Garnet Bead Gold Antique Necklace. Featuring a Hand
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco 4CT Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
chain is new and not original to the piece. The full length of the necklace, including the pendant is
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Coral Spades and Beads Necklace, Italy
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Art Deco 1930's coral necklace set with a coral cabochon stone round closure. This lovely
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Coral, Gilt Metal

One of a kind Bakelite and vintage glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,statement,Bakelite and vintage glass necklace is offered from Lorraine’s
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Early 20th Century French Artisan Antique Vintage Necklace

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Coral, Vermeil

One of a kind Bakelite and vintage glass necklace
One of a kind Bakelite and vintage glass necklace
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H 3 in W 0.75 in L 24 in
Vintage Open Back Crystal Sautoir Necklace with Dangling Piece
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Open Back Crystal Sautoir Necklace with Dangling Piece. One of the most gorgeous pieces I
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Open Back Crystal Sautoir Necklace with Dangling Piece
Vintage Open Back Crystal Sautoir Necklace with Dangling Piece
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H 35.5 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 31 in L 35.5 in
Vintage Jade bead necklace, 9k gold clasp, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Art Deco era Jadeite Jade bead necklace. Lovely minty green beads, with
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Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Jade, 9k Gold

Vintage Chinese Mongolian Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
MASSIVE Old Chinese or Mongolian Silver statement necklace with a large stamped pendant featuring
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Vintage Necklace

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

Vintage Red Carpet Diamond Riviera Silver on Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Show Stopper Vintage Diamond Riviera Silver on Gold Statement Necklace. Boasting
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Diamond, Rubies, and Emerald Landscape Charm Necklace, Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with the exquisite beauty of this vintage charm necklace from the illustrious Art
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Sterling Open Back Crystal Choker Necklace Circa 1920's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Sterling Open Back Crystal Choker Necklace Circa 1920's. Same Sizing all around the neck
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Sterling Open Back Crystal Choker Necklace Circa 1920's
Vintage Sterling Open Back Crystal Choker Necklace Circa 1920's
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H 15 in W 0.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 5 in L 15 in
1920s Egyptian Revival Silver Gilt and Enamel Vintage Charms Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful necklace is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic and was
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1920s Egyptian Revival Antique Vintage Necklace

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace Simply Beautiful! The Cross
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Vintage Necklace

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco blue Paste and platinon long chain necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Art Deco blue Paste and platinon long chain necklace. Platinon is a rare alloy
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage GIA Natural Color Jade Bead Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This 1950s classic graduated strand of Natural No Color Added Genuine Green Jade Beads adds a touch of color and elegance. This piece is versatile in how the wearer prefers, it can ...
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1920s Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Vintage Freshwater Pearls and Natural Lavender Amethyst Long Necklace 66"
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing our elegant long necklace, made of natural freshwater pearls and natural lavender
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl

Vintage Art Deco glass beadwork sautoir necklace, floral, Flapper length
Located in NEWARK, GB
A rare Vintage Art Deco glass beadwork sautoir necklace. This is a long, Flapper length necklace
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

Vintage Purple Amethyst Diamond Necklace 14 Karat Gold Italian
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14k made in Italy, approximately 10 g. 20" gold chain Amethyst 23 x 16.5 mm, approximately 25 cts About 0.60 cts diamonds
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Early 1900s Italian Contemporary Antique Vintage Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace with Dangling Piece Circa 1920s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace with Dangling Piece. The crystals are in a silver tone base with
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace with Dangling Piece Circa 1920s
Vintage Open Back Crystal Necklace with Dangling Piece Circa 1920s
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H 0.25 in W 0.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 5.5 in L 16 in
Vintage Art Deco White Enamel Necklace Platinum Fob Chain Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage Art Deco era enamel fob chain (necklace) crafted in platinum
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Platinum, Enamel

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Early 1900's Vintage 14 karat white gold Art Nouveau diamond necklace. Center diamond is an Old
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
14 Karat White Gold Vintage Old European Cut Diamond Necklace
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W 1.15 in D 0.16 in L 1.74 in
Vintage SAK Yellow Gold and Dimond Coin Collar Necklace style
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
cooper coin pendant - Snake finish necklace - Box clasp closure with figure 8 safety Hallmarks: 14K
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1790s Antique Vintage Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sabbadini 18K Yellow and White Gold Necklace with Diamonds
By Sabbadini
Located in Palm Beach, FL
necklace has the rich patina of age. Each slightly puffed link from front to back is edged with a delicate
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Early 20th Century Italian Contemporary Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 4ct Diamond Art Deco Necklace Platinum 15" Sapphire Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era diamond necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Vintage Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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Antique Vintage Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the antique vintage 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 14k Gold. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique vintage 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an antique vintage necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Georg Jensen and 5 OCTOBRE are consistently popular. An antique vintage necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 73, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and old european cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an antique vintage necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Antique Vintage Necklace?

The price for an antique vintage necklace starts at $74 and tops out at $68,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,275.

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 Vintage 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • Lotus Gallery
    Lotus GallerySeptember 23, 2020

    Antique is usually defined as being over 100 years old. Vintage is a bit more subjective, with some saying anything over 20 years old is vintage, while others state something must be over 50 years old to be considered vintage.

  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between vintage and antique engagement rings is age. For an engagement ring to be considered an antique, it must be at least 100 years old. Vintage engagement rings are pieces made at least 20 years ago. Shop a collection of vintage and antique engagement rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 25, 2019

    The difference between vintage and antique furniture is that vintage furniture is at least 20 years old, while antiques must be at least 100 years old to be considered antique.

  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    The difference between vintage, antique and estate engagement rings comes down to age and history. Rings that are over 100 years old are antiques, while those produced 20 to 99 years ago are vintage. Estate engagement rings are any rings that have had a previous owner. They can include antique, vintage and even contemporary rings produced during the last 20 years. Shop a large selection of engagement rings on 1stDibs.