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396.95 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
396.95 Carats pink Tourmaline carved melon beads necklace Jewelry Natural Gem Gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline

871.10 Carats Multi Tourmaline Carved Tumbled Necklace Multi Color Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
871.10 Carats Multi Tourmaline Carved Tumbled Necklace Multi Color Natural Gem Gemstone - Multi
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline

Rhodochrosite Beaded Necklace with Hand Carved Rhodonite Floral Pendant
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching necklace features a beautifully hand-carved rhodonite floral pendant on a lovely
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Rhodocrosite, Rhodolite, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...

Multi Gem-Set Charm Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
A multi gem-set charm necklace, the fetter link 18kt white gold chain, supporting eleven charms
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Vintage 1950s Italian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, Gold, Enamel

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower and Mulberry Garnet Pendant
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully carved amethyst flower pendant is so pretty and fun! A single amethyst crystal has
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Amethyst, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Hand Carved Agate Flower Enhancer and Coffee Colored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This finely hand carved agate flower necklace is a conversation piece and wonderful way to add
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

Hand Carved Rock Crystal Quartz Bead Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning necklace features large, hand carved rock crystal quartz beads arranged with 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Carved Pink Agate and Tourmaline Pendant with Pink Opal and Pearl Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful pink gemstone necklace pairs a lovely flower pendant carved from a single piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Agate, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower Pendant and Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique necklace features a beautiful floral amethyst pendant set in 18k yellow gold on a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Multi Gem Sautoir Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Multi Gem Sautoir Pendant Necklace An 18 karat gold chain necklace set with 141
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Vintage 1960s French Chain Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel Tibetan Pendant Necklace With Assorted Gems
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Ethnic Beads with Tibetan Sterling Silver carved Pendant Freshwater Pearls 12-14mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
and are considered masterpieces in their own right. The necklace is completed with a silk cord made
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal

Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
Talisman V Rock Crystal Pendant Gem Mens Necklace
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W 0.98 in D 0.39 in L 2.2 in
Carved Emerald Leaf Necklace
Located in Chapel Hill, NC
This show-stopping Emerald has been expertly carved into the shape of a leaf with delicate veins
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold

1768.53 Carats grand Aquamarine & Morganite beryl fluted gems beads Necklace
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Aquamarine & Morganite Carved Melon Necklace For Fine Jewelry Gem Gemstone - Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Morganite, Beryl, Other

1501.35 carats Aquamarine Morganite Jewelry fluted Tumbled Necklace beryl Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Aquamarine & Morganite Carved Tumbled Necklace For Fine Jewelry Gem Gemstone - Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Other

1501.35 carats Aquamarine Morganite Jewelry fluted Tumbled Necklace beryl Gems
1501.35 carats Aquamarine Morganite Jewelry fluted Tumbled Necklace beryl Gems
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H 1.86 in W 0.36 in D 1.38 in L 1.07 in
Carved Beryl Aquamarine Morganite Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 18.5 inches (47 cm). The massive size of the rare carved beads is 18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Sterling Silver

1395.25 carats Morganite fluted melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gems
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Morganite Carved melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Morganite weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Morganite

Victorian Egyptian Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a beaded multi-gem strand with scarab and bird motif stations Comprised of turquoise
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Colombian Emerald 8.90 Carats Carved Drops Layout 3 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Colombian Emerald Carved Drops Weight: 8.90 Carats Size: 7x11 To 14x7 MM Quantity: 1 Shape: Carved
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Other

Colombian Emerald 8.90 Carats Carved Drops Layout 6 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Colombian Emerald Carved Drops Weight: 8.90 Carats Size: 5X9 tO 6X12 MM Quantity: 1 Shape: Carved
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Other

Colombian Emerald 6.85 Carats Carved Drops Layout 3 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Colombian Emerald Carved Drops Weight: 6.85 Carats Size: 6x9 To 11x8 MM Quantity: 1 Shape: Carved
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Other

Colombian Emerald 30.40 Carats Carved Drops Layout 9 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Colombian Emerald Carved Drops Weight: 30.40 Carats Size: 6.5x9.5 To 7x14 MM Quantity: 1 Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Colombian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Emerald, Other

Jade Pendant Studded with Nine Lucky Gems Strung in a Tanzanite Beads Necklace
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful Jade pendant studded with nine lucky gems strung in a row of graduating Tanzanite beads
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphi...

Handcarved Amethyst Flower, Rhodolite, Pearl and Tourmaline Bead Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching necklace features a gorgeous amethyst pendant set in 18k yellow gold on a strand
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Rhodolite, 14k Gold...

Guardian Angel Intaglio Pendant, 25.49 Carat Carved Golden Beryl in Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
golden beryl that has been carved with an angel in a reverse intaglio. This gem was carved in Russia and
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Beryl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

7.58 Carat Indicolite Tourmaline and Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
blend of teal and green. It is a custom cut piece that is carved on the intersection of the two colors
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Hand Carved Italian Coral and Onyx Pendant in Gold with Blackened Steel Chain
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unusual necklace is made of blackened steel and features Mediterranean coral that has been
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Temple St. Clair Dangle Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 122.64 Ctw Diamonds And Gems
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle necklace designed by Temple St. Claire. Fabulous dangle necklace, created in Italy by the
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1990s Italian Modernist Drop Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Iolite, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k...

14K Yellow Gold Hand Carved Jade Flower Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
has been hand-carved into a flower pattern! This necklace carries so much beauty in its's simplistic
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Coral Carving and Onyx Charm Necklace in Gold with Blackened Steel
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unusual charm necklace is made of blackened steel and features 5 Mediterranean coral beads
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainle...

Antique Mother of Pearl Gaming Counter Necklace with Gold and Blackened Silver
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace features an antique mother-of-pearl gaming counter that was carved in China for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Necklace with Gold, Silver, and Blackened Steel
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking pendant features a beautifully hand-carved, mother-of-pearl gambling counter set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Antique Engraved Mother-of-Pearl Necklace in Yellow Gold with Blackened Silver
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
to the 18th Century. This is an original piece, with a finely engraved scene. Originally carved in
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Antique Late 18th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Chip Necklace with Blackened Silver, Steel and 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty necklace features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gaming counter dating back to the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant Necklace in Silver and 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
carved in China for export to Britain, where they were used in games, just like we use poker chips
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Antique Mid-18th Century American Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Carved Jade Amber Coral Citrine Charm Necklace Rabbit Monkey Koi
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning 10 Feet Long Multi Gem Necklace with carved charms in Jade and Amber in the form
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, Citrine, Jade, Coral, Blue Topaz

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Reversible Pendant Enhancer in White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
reverse. Originally carved in China for export to Britain in the 18th century, these gaming counters, or
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant / Enhancer in 14k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Originally carved in China for export to Britain in the 18th century, these gaming counters, or "chips," were
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique ArtNouveau DemantoidGarnet Gems & LampworkGlass WhiteGoldFiligreeSautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
Epitomizing the Art Nouveau movement, this antique post-1912 sautoir drop necklace with a white
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Topaz, Rock Crystal, Garnet, Amethyst, Gilt Metal, Rhodium, Enam...

Carved Tahitian Pearl Necklace 18k White Gold 0.03 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Carved Tahitian Pearl Diamond Necklace 18k Gold 11.2 mm 16" Certified $2,290 817266
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14Karat Angel Skin Coral Individually Carved Bead 18" Necklace Artistry
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Exceptional carvings on every bead are individually carved with expressive artistry. The deep
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Parrot on flower pendant with colored gems.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Parrot on flower pendant with colored gems. Emerald, sapphires, ruby 14k gold pendant. Bird
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

750 Carat Smoky Topaz Antique Carved Jade Necklace Estate Mary Lou Daves
Located in New York, NY
carat smoky topaz and natural carved Jade Necklace from the estate of Hollywood Legend Mary Lou Daves
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

330 Ct Natural Carved Blue Sapphire & 65 Ct Diamond Necklace Bracelet & Earring
Located in New York, NY
330 Ct Natural Carved Blue Sapphire & 65 Ct Diamond Necklace Bracelet & Earring set in 18 Karat
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Double Strand 6mm Pearl with Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Necklace, 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant "Y" necklace features a beautifully hand-carved, mother-of-pearl antique gaming
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Revival King Tut Khepri Scarab Necklace 18Kt Gold with Carved Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
An Egyptian revival king Tut Khepri Scarab necklace Beautiful colorful piece made with Egyptian
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Late 20th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Link Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 1970 by Elsa Peretti Chain Necklace in 18kt Gold with Carved Nephrit
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
and designed as a pendant necklace in the form of a large asymmetric heart. The main element is carved
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Multi-Gemstone Carved Beads, Cultured Pearl, and White Diamond Gold Necklace: A rare and beautiful
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Cultured Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Citrine, ...

Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Genuine Swirl Carved Frosted Rock Crystal Beaded Necklace with Beautiful Mother of Pearl Toggle
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Rock Crystal Necklace
Rock Crystal Necklace
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L 17 in
Art Deco Citrine Necklace
Located in Addison, TX
allure. Necklace Length: 18inch. Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold (Tested) Weight: 16.7g Gem Type: Citrine
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Citrine Necklace
Art Deco Citrine Necklace
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L 18 in
Art Deco Rock Crystal Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Genuine Swirl Carved Rock Crystal Beaded Necklace The length of the necklace is 36 inches (91.5
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2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Rock Crystal Necklace
Art Deco Rock Crystal Necklace
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L 36 in
Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gambling Counter Pendant in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty necklace features a fine-quality, antique mother-of-pearl gambling counter set in 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gambling Counter Pendant in Yellow Gold and Silver
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful necklace features a shield-shaped, antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter
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21st Century and Contemporary Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Yellow Gold Silver Pendant Steel Chain
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking necklace features an antique mother-of-pearl gambling counter that was hand carved in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter with Kyanite in 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching pendant features a true work of art - a beautiful, highly-carved antique gaming
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Other, Kyanite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant in Gold, Blackened Silver & Steel
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking necklace features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter dating back to
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant in Yellow Gold and Silver
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
accented with an 18k yellow gold rivet and bail. This necklace is a versatile, neutral piece, wearable with
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Pendant in Gold and Silver with Blackened Steel Chain
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This striking necklace features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter dating back to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Steel

Mother-of-Pearl Gambling Counter Pendant in Yellow Gold and Blackened Silver
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful necklace features an antique, mother-of-pearl Chinese gambling counter dating back
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gambling Chip Pendant / Enhancer in 14k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
bezel set in 14k white gold. Gaming counters, or "chips" such as this one were originally carved in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Carved Gem Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the carved gem necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 2 vintage or 8 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a carved gem necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A carved gem necklace from Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Alexey Gabilo and David Webb — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A carved gem necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Onyx rings, from our inventory of 4, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and cushion cut alternatives. When shopping for a carved gem necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Carved Gem Necklace?

The price for a carved gem necklace starts at $2,040 and tops out at $32,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,615.

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.