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Edwardian / Belle Epoque 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Necklace
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful diamond necklace dating back to the early 20th century, the Edwardian era
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian / Belle Epoque 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Necklace
Edwardian / Belle Epoque 18k Gold Platinum Diamond Necklace
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H 1.07 in W 0.91 in L 16.54 in
Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
This beautiful drop shaped pearl necklace is set on a pendant with one old European cut diamond and
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1920s Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Pearl Diamond Necklace
Pearl Diamond Necklace
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L 0.41 in
Black Starr & Frost Edwardian Pear Shaped Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Black, Starr & Frost
Located in Stamford, CT
beautiful and sparkly old cut diamonds from a high grade early American jewelry retailer. One of the nicest
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Early 20th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
This stunning Victorian necklace features an Old Mine Cut pear shape diamond weighing 1.44 carats
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1860s American Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An authentic Edwardian diamond necklace with 45 carats + of antique diamonds. The necklace was
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Late 19th Century Unknown Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct
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19th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond

Edwardian Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful diamond drop necklace from the Edwardian period. This antique piece
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Early 20th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Beautiful Victorian 20ct Gold Enamel and Diamond Box Pomander Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
and white enamel and set with rose cut diamonds to the lid. Hand made example with hinge opening
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19th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Beautiful Antique 18k Gold Floral Emerald Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
covered by open-back, rose cut diamonds. Their icy appearance contrasts beautifully with the emeralds. The
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
allows you to turn this beautiful brooch into a necklace. The brooch measures 59.55L x 25.90W x 12.90D in
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond and Natural Sapphire Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning diamond and sapphire necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! Crafted in platinum
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond and Natural Sapphire Necklace
Edwardian Diamond and Natural Sapphire Necklace
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H 0.5 in W 3.25 in L 16 in
Antique Victorian Old Mine Diamond Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully designed and masterfully handcrafted in silver topped gold this lovely Victorian
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1870s Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Conversion Diamond Crescent Moon Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond crescent moon necklace from the Victorian era (ca1880)! Crafted in 18kt yellow
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1880s Unknown Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Victorian Conversion Diamond Crescent Moon Necklace
Victorian Conversion Diamond Crescent Moon Necklace
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D 0.25 in Dm 1.19 in L 18.5 in
Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Deco Pendant Necklace was created in America Circa 1925. Featuring a Shield form
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1920s American Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
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H 2.33 in W 0.79 in D 0.28 in Dm 2.37 in L 2.33 in
Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
European cut diamonds. The center stone is .35 ct. 14K white gold, on a 16" white gold chain. 3/4" x 3/4
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1890s American Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
Antique Diamond Heart White Gold Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in L 16 in
Edwardian 8.50 Ct Diamond Drop Platinum Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
in quality, we here have eleven drops making the most beautiful necklace ever! Fine antique condition
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 8.50 Ct Diamond Drop Platinum Necklace
Edwardian 8.50 Ct Diamond Drop Platinum Necklace
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H 4.73 in W 1.19 in L 15.95 in
Edwardian 18k French Diamond Riviera Necklace 20.53ctw
Located in Narberth, PA
gold, this beautiful necklace has 77 graduating old mine cut diamonds which are set within white gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Belle Époque Platinum Diamond Swag Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A very pretty antique Belle Époque diamond swag necklace dating to about 1910. This necklace has
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Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

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 Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Art Deco 0.10ct Diamond 9ct Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Diamonds symbolise innocence and love, they are the birthstone of April. Our beautiful pendant
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 9k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Victorian necklace features a single row of natural salt water pearls, graduating
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1880s Unknown Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian 16.00 Ct Diamond Rare French Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
French origin magnificent Victorian Diamond necklace, 1840 ca Sensual fringe design beautifully
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1840s French Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 16.00 Ct Diamond Rare French Necklace
Victorian 16.00 Ct Diamond Rare French Necklace
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W 1.26 in L 17.13 in
Beautiful, Rare Rock Crystal Diamonds Pink Topaz Pendant Made in 1910 French
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful and very rare pendant in rock crystal and platinum set with diamonds and a natural pink
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1910s French Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Topaz, Platinum

Edwardian Dangling Diamond Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful design crafted in 18k white & yellow gold. The necklace shows a delicate design that has
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Beautiful Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Locket and Vintage Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Vintage 18K yellow gold oval locket, with floral motif, set with 31 rose cut diamonds and
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Belle Époque Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Platinum, white gold, Antique Edwardian diamond, and emerald pendant necklace. The edwardian era
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful late 1800's handmade sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. The center gemstone is a
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Late 19th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum,...

Georgian Baroque Table Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Baroque Georgian period pendant is silver pure gold gilt, 1700 ca Combined with an
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Early 18th Century British Georgian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Georgian Baroque Table Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Georgian Baroque Table Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 1.89 in W 1.19 in L 19.3 in
5.8 Carat Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This beautiful example of the Belle Epoque style features 5.8 Carats of Old Mine Cut, Briolette Cut
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Early 1900s Belle Époque Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Citrine Rose Cut Diamond Earring Necklace Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian citrine rose-cut diamonds silver and gold earrings and necklace set circa 1890. * ABOUT
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1890s Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful early Victorian necklace from ca 1860 worked in silver on gold set with rose cut diamonds
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1860s Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum Brooch in 4cts of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
). The Diamonds are superb quality SI2 clarity - H colour stones and sparkle beautifully in the light
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1910s European Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace. Hand set with
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant. A wonderful twelve
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19th Century British Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Antique 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Stork Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Stork Necklace 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Gorgeous , Edwardian stork pendant. Beautifully
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Snake Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Necklace 18ct Gold Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian 18ct gold snake necklace
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
. This stunning necklace came in as part of a six-piece estate that escaped the Nazi invasion of Vienna
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Early 19th Century Georgian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
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W 1.35 in D 0.45 in L 1.9 in
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Diamond Daisy Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 18ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Pretty, Edwardian daisy pendant. Set
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Seed Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
finely wrought partitions made of platinum and gold with old European-cut diamonds, G-H, VS-SI. In front
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Early 20th Century Unknown Jugendstil Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Platinum, White Gold

Genuine Antique Georgian Old Mine Diamond Riviere Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
. This stunning necklace came in as part of a six-piece estate that escaped the Nazi invasion of Vienna
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Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 12.20 CT Diamond Boxed French necklace bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
10.00 Ct (G/I-VVS/SI) – 117 rose cut diamonds totalling approx 2.20 Ct Measures: necklace total length
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1840s French Early Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 35.00 Carat Emerald Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful and unique Antique Art Deco necklace finely crafted in Platinum with diamonds
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Set Necklace Silver and Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond necklace in silver and yellow gold. A striking necklace set in the era’s
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1880s British Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
transition to Victorian era, rare swag and drop necklace, beautiful! Expressing delicacy and refinement of
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
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H 1.34 in W 0.48 in L 20.87 in
Victorian Platinum/ Gold Pearl Old Mine Diamond Necklace
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
Delicate but makes a statement. This beautiful salt water Pearl with alternating old mine bezel set
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Early 1900s Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
a frame of Natural pearls and rose cut Diamond accent, Amethyst makes the background of a beautiful
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1860s European Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
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H 2.17 in W 1.46 in L 23.63 in
Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Glam! This beautiful antique necklace is Victorian period, 1870 ca. An unique design of
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1870s European Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
Victorian Diamond Emerald 18 Kt Silver Boxed necklace
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H 2.33 in W 2.52 in L 14.77 in
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic horseshoe pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1899) era! Crafted in 18kt yellow gold
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1890s Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Diamond Foliate Necklace with Emerald Diamond Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
's beautiful craftsmanship. Eleven larger bezel-set Rose Cut diamonds connect each of the links, creating an
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1880s Unknown Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Victorian Diamond & Pearl Enamelled Heart Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Victorian necklace features a beautiful green enamelled heart with a single 0.08
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1880s Unknown Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Carved Lava Cameo Habille & Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Addison, TX
Indulge in the timeless allure of this carved lava cameo habille necklace with diamond accents
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Early 20th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910 Edwardian Diamond Gold Platinum 25th Anniversary Necklace
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A beautiful 25th anniversary pendant, heart-shaped, the openwork Roman numerals XXV set with
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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum, White Gold

Edwardian Rose Cut Diamond & Ruby Drop Necklace in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful original Edwardian period rose cut diamond pendant necklace in platinum. Featuring a
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Early 19th Century Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and unique watch pendant on a chain. Originally a lapel watch from Art Deco period
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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 Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Nouveau Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Brooch Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed Art Nouveau period enamel Pendant - Brooch Necklace. Set with
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Renaissance revival Holbeinesque necklace is 1890 ca Artful hand made of solid 18 Kt
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Late 19th Century European Renaissance Revival Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
Victorian Diamond Pearl Rare Holbeinesque Necklace 18 Kt
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H 2.17 in W 1.38 in L 16.93 in
Art Deco Diamond 1.15 Ct Diamond Twin Target Pendant 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful twin target necklace is Art Deco period 1925 ca Consisting in a double Diamond 18 KT
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1920s European Art Deco Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 3.00 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful aqua and diamond pendant necklace from the Victorian (1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt
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1880s Unknown Victorian Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

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Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact beautiful antique diamond 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 18k Gold, Gold and Platinum. Making the right choice when shopping for a beautiful antique diamond 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. Today, if you’re looking for an antique cushion cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and rose cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a beautiful antique diamond necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Beautiful Antique Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a beautiful antique diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,250 and can go as high as $66,442, while this accessory, on average, fetches $8,600.

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.