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YVES SAINT LAURENT Black Resin Bead and Velvet Choker Necklace & Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT choker necklace/bracelet featuring five black resin beads and black velvet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces

Cartier “Lanières” Diamond Necklace in White Gold with Black Velvet Rope
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Strap Material: Black Velvet Rope Pendant Length: contact us Pendant Width: contact us Total Item
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Hong Kong, NT
rare GIVENCHY Riccardo Tisci black pony hair shark tooth velvet ball necklace Reference: TGAS
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Enigma by Gianni Bulgari Jet Diamond Gold Pendant on Velvet Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
. 1.80ctw in diamonds , suspended on a black velvet choker necklace. entire length of the necklace is 20
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL by TOM FORD Velvet Prism Rock Crystal Choker Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT RIVE GAUCHE by TOM FORD black velvet choker necklace featuring antiqued silver
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Chanel Red Velvet in Cour de Rohan, Close Up, 1955
By Mark Shaw
Located in New York, NY
Close Up in Chanel Red Velvet, Cour de Rohan, 1955 -- A velvet dinner dress by Chanel, was
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1950s Modern Black and White Photography

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Giclée

New Chanel Choker in metal velvet strass&glass pearls silver black white&crystal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, IDF
Splendid​ ​Chanel​ ​Choker​ ​in​ ​velvet​ ​embellished​ ​with​ ​rhinestones,​ ​glass​ ​beads
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gilt Metal

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Crystals Interlocked Omega Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Crystals Interlocked Pendant Omega Ribbed Choker Necklace
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Vintage 1980s German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Diamond Black Crystals Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Green Diamond Black Enamel Whole Crystals Pendant
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Vintage 1980s German High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Swarovski Crystals Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Renowned for its timeless elegant designs, Christian Dior presents this necklace. Crafted from
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Vintage 1980s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystals Croissant Chunky Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens, Sisters, Friends
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Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Diamond Crystals Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Moon Leaf Diamond Crystals Set, Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone
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Vintage 1980s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Black Triangle Chunky Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 4.0*2.5 cm. Weight: 50 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Crystals Double Water Drop Openwork Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Crystals Double Water Drop Openwork Necklace, Gold Tone
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Vintage 1980s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Crystals Knot Bow Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Crystals Knot Bow Pendant Mesh Necklace, Gold Tone Very
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Ruby White Crystals Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Ruby White Crystals Long Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very
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Vintage 1980s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Erte Necklace-Brooch & Earrings in Diamonds Gold Silver & Cabochon Black Onyx
By Erté
Located in New York, NY
This show stopper Art Deco Style necklace by the renowned Artist Erte is a limited edition piece
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Emerald Green Gripoix Black Crystals Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Emerald Green Gripoix Black Crystals Necklace, Gold Tone Very good
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Ruby Gripoix Triangle Black Crystal Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Gripoix Triangle Black Arrow Crystal Pendant Necklace, Gold
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Vintage 1980s French Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Shell Petal Crystal Black Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Renowned for its timeless elegant designs, Christian Dior presents this necklace. Crafted from
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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Arrow Triangle Pendant Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. Weight: 25 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the
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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Black Crystals Triangle Pendant Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. Pendant: 7.5*1.3 cm. Weight: 33 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful
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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Beige Black Crystals Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
, extend chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 7.5*2.0 cm. Weight: 26 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Enamel Flower Crystals Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. Pendant: 3.0*1.2 cm. Weight: 12 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful
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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Chunky Watch Link Black Crystals Pendant Collar Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens
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Vintage 1980s French Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Crystal Crescent Moon Long Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Black Knot Bow Crystals Gift Set, Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Sign at clamp of necklace. Vintage and rare to find. Size
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Vintage 1980s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Yves Saint Laurent YSL by Tom Ford Velvet Choker Bracelet
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche by TOM FORD black velvet choker featuring a silver toned buckle
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Long Bar Black Enamel Crystal Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. Extend chain: 2 cm. Pendant: 7.5*1.2 cm. Weight: 37 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Swarovski Large Black White Oval Crystals Pearls Pendant Necklace Rose Gold Tone
By Swarovski
Located in Wokingham, England
everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the perfect gift for Teens, Sisters
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1990s Austrian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Enamel Twist Long Bar Crystals Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
cm. Weight: 11 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ribbed Omega Grey Black Rose Chunky Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. Weight: 153 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch and beautiful package. Makes the
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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Tone Black Rhodium Diamond Cross
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
decorated with granulation work. The background of this gorgeous Cross has a unique velvet look which is
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rhodium, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Tone Black Rhodium Diamond Cross
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Two-Tone Black Rhodium Diamond Cross
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H 1.19 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.79 in L 1.19 in
Pearl Lariat Chain Necklace
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
relevant listings. All of our orders are delivered in a black velvet jewellery box, a gift bag, satin
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl Lariat Chain Necklace
Pearl Lariat Chain Necklace
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L 18.9 in
Chanel Massive 5.5" Cross Gripoix Necklace 2003
By Chanel
Located in Carmel, CA
purple, black, mint and maroon. Pendant hangs on darkened silver hardware chain with velvet ties. Plaque
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Chain Necklaces

Chanel Massive 5.5" Cross Gripoix Necklace 2003
Chanel Massive 5.5" Cross Gripoix Necklace 2003
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H 5.5 in W 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Pearl Chain Choker Necklace
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
add a touch of playfulness to any look. All of our orders are delivered in a black velvet jewellery
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Pearl Chain Choker Necklace
Pearl Chain Choker Necklace
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L 14.57 in
ETERNITY Necklace - 18k gold
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds create a charming contrast to the
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

ETERNITY Necklace - 18k gold
ETERNITY Necklace - 18k gold
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L 17.72 in
Ella Gafter Diamond Ruby Pearl Lariat Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
on a choker, on a strand of pearls, or on a silk or velvet cord. All our diamonds are of top quality
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Augustine Glass Paste Cross Necklace
By Augustine Paris
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Augustine - Necklace comprised of a black velvet ribbon and a green glass paste cross. Additional
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2010s More Necklaces

Maison Denez for Yves Saint Laurent Charm Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
black velvet ribbon threaded through the chain. Focal pendant is a gilt pine cone with three reeded and
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Vintage 1980s Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

'The Doves of Pliny' micro-mosaic velvet choker, circa 1850.
Located in London, GB
'The Doves of Pliny' micro-mosaic velvet choker. Victorian choker, set with a oval gold plaque
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Antique 1850s Choker Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

SOUL ALONE Necklace - sterling silver
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
a cut and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds create a charming contrast
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2010s Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Black Ball Bar Crystals Silver Long Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage 1980s Black Ball Bar Crystals Long Necklace, Silver Plated Good
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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Silver

OTHER BLOOMS Necklace - sterling silver
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
a cut and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds create a charming contrast
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2010s Thai Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

OTHER BLOOMS Necklace - 18k gold
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
a cut and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds create a charming contrast
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2010s Thai Modern Drop Necklaces

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18k Gold

OTHER BLOOMS Necklace - 18k gold
OTHER BLOOMS Necklace - 18k gold
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L 35.44 in
AMPLE FLIGHT Necklace - 18k gold
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
gentle, sustainable version of a cut and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

AMPLE FLIGHT Necklace - 18k gold
AMPLE FLIGHT Necklace - 18k gold
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L 35.44 in
AMPLE FLIGHT Necklace - sterling silver
By Kinraden
Located in København, DK
gentle, sustainable version of a cut and polished Mpingo blackwood diamond. These velvet black diamonds
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Diamond and Pearl Lariat Necklace, 18K
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
or send us a message to send more photos. All orders are delivered in a black velvet jewellery box
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Diamond and Pearl Lariat Necklace, 18K
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
delivered in a black velvet jewellery box, a gift bag, satin ribbon and a branded envelope with a
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Anatomical Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace
By Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Austin, TX
2003 Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Anatomical Crystal Heart Pendant Necklace with velvet strap
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Pearl and diamonds, necklace by Michelle Massoura
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
-kind beautiful appearance and some variances may exist. All orders are delivered in a black velvet
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Evil Eye Sapphire and Pearl Necklace, 18k
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
beautiful appearance and some variances may exist. All of our orders are delivered in a black velvet
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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H 0.36 in W 0.24 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.24 in L 0.36 in
Chanel Enamel and Faux Pearl Jacket Charm Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Dubai, DU
This vintage Chanel charm necklace is an elegant statement piece, with its intricate enamel jacket
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Geometric Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer drop pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tsavorite, Purple Sapphi...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Geometric Pendant Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Geometric Pendant Necklace
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H 0.75 in W 0.28 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.28 in L 0.75 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Diamond Pendant Necklace Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer pendant necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow ...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Diamond Pendant Necklace Chain
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Diamond Pendant Necklace Chain
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H 0.75 in W 0.36 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.36 in L 0.75 in
Pearls and Diamonds Chain Choker Necklace, 18k Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
comfortably around your neck. All orders are delivered in a black velvet jewellery box, a gift bag, satin
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2010s European Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

GUY LAROCHE PARIS Enameled Heart Necklace Pendant from 1980s
By Guy Laroche
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
form the 80's You can wear it as you prefer with a Gold Metal Chain Necklace or a Black Velvet Ribbon
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Round Chain Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer chain necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Diamond, Blue Diamond, White...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Round Chain Pendant Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Round Chain Pendant Necklace
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H 1.34 in W 0.75 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.34 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Emerald Drop Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer Necklace is an 18 Karat Yellow Gold drop pendant Necklace all
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

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Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Blac...

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Black Velvet Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of black velvet necklaces available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 15k Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 15 vintage editions and 20 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Art Deco and Edwardian are consistently popular styles when it comes to black velvet necklaces. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Yves Saint Laurent, Chanel and Christian Lacroix produced popular versions that are worth a look. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of ball cut and uncut can be found today on these pages. Most of our black velvet necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Black Velvet Necklaces?

On average, black velvet necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $773, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $4,800 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. 

Questions About Black Velvet Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A black velvet painting is a type of painting that is distinguished by the use of velvet as the support (versus canvas, for example). The velvet provides a dark background which helps the colors stand out. On 1stDibs, find a variety of black velvet paintings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What a black heart necklace symbolizes is a matter of personal interpretation. Traditionally, wearing a black heart pendant is a sign that a person is grieving the loss of a loved one. However, many people today choose to wear the necklaces simply because they like how they look. Find a wide range of necklaces on 1stDibs.