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Antique Carved Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
lazuli of the highest quality! This necklace is a magnificent strand of antique carved natural Lapis
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Carved Lapis Lazuli Rock Crystal Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Bead necklace, composed of twenty half carved lapis lazuli and half carved frosted rock crystal
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2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Lapis Yellow Gold Carved Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural untreated carved lapis pendant in a handmade 14k yellow gold pendant necklace. 16 inch 14k
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Lapis & Shell Organic Bird Necklace Natural Lapis Beads & Hand Carved Shell
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This southwest blue lapis and white shell necklace has beautiful blue and white colors! This will
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21st Century and Contemporary American Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace. Featuring six carved pieces of pyrite
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Pyrite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Lapis, Blue Enamel & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Wheaton, IL
Sensational Art Deco lapis and enamel necklace containing a total of five (5) vivid royal blue
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Meghna Jewels Handcrafted Carved Necklace Faux Lapis
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estates, IL
Make a statement with this hand carved red resin necklace. Artfully crafted, these gorgeous carved
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon

Lapis Lazuli and Gold Necklace with Large Lapis Pendant
Located in London, GB
Bactrian necklace consists of impressively sized lapis lazuli tubular beads, interspersed with ancient gold
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold

14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
By Franklin MInt
Located in Montclair, NJ
Mint. Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- Natural Genuine Carved Lapis Lazuli - Marbled Royal Blue Color Material
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Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis & Malachite Carved Bead Strand 18.5" GIA Necklace & 14K Gold Toggle Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Carved Round Bead Shape - Strung - Blue Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 14k Gold

Carved Lapis Turtle Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace, Diamonds, 24kt Gold & Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Carved Lapis Turtle Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver by
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold

Ebony, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is composed of ebony and lapis lazuli beads separated by diamond rondelles, a lapis
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold

14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This Cleopatra Amulet Pendant features 1 Hand Carved piece of Natural Lapis Lazuli, secured in a
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
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W 1.25 in L 2 in
Emerald, lapis lazuli and vermeil necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chic and striking rich blue lapis and emerald melon deeply carved beads. The stones have beautiful
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2010s American Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

Seaman Schepps Lapis Gold Link Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An instant classic, compliments of iconic jewelry designer Seaman Schepps. Hand carved links of
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2010s American Link Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

Seaman Schepps Lapis Gold Link Necklace
Seaman Schepps Lapis Gold Link Necklace
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W 1 in L 16 in
18K Lapis Saturn Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K lapis carved saturn pendant hand carved by master Idar Obrstein`
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Necklace Enhan...

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Carved Lapis and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Carved Lapis and Diamond Pendant Necklace- This lovely pendant
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20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

LAPIS LAZULI Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold “Sautoir” Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds Pavé Plates. HAND CARVED
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco More Necklaces

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

Lapis Lazuli and Gold Bead Necklace 31"
Located in Southbury, CT
This gorgeous circa 1970s necklace is composed of ninety-two 8mm natural hand-carved and hand
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: pendant measures 44.9 X 24.6mm Weight: 8.98 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Pendant
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W 0.97 in L 1.77 in
Lapis Lazuli Tower of London
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat gold hand carved Lapis Lazuli "Tower of London" by Master Idar Obenstein Carver 30x30mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Chinese Sterling Lapis Figural Enamel Necklace Circa 1930s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite Chinese sterling Lapis figural enamel necklace c 1930s The fabulous Chinese sterling
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Vintage 1930s Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

18K Lapis Cressent Moon Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K hand carved by master Idar Oberstein lappis cressent moon pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Pearl Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
pearls. This piece weighs 53.2 grams and spans 40 cm, culminating in a majestic, carved lapis lazuli
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Vintage 1980s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

87.6 Carat LAPIS LAZULI Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold “Sautoir” Necklace of 120cm (47.2 inches) long with 10 Doubled Sided Lapis
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1960’s 18K Lapis Cylinder Bead Necklace 15.75”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A beautiful strand of deep blue natural cylindrical carved lapis lazuli complete with 18 karat
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

A.Jeschel Stunning Lapis and Baroque Pearls necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
unique necklace features a beautiful curvy faceted Lapis pendant that has been expertly handcrafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Dimos 18k Gold Lapis Lazuli Pendant with Carved Dolphins
Located in Athens, GR
18 karat yellow gold pendant showcasing a solid piece of AAA quality Lapis Lazuli in a deep blue
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

925K Silver and Lapis Stone Carved Elephant Topaz Necklace with 0.45 Ct Diamond
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
925K Silver and Lapis Stone Carved Elephant Topaz Necklace with 0.45 Ct Diamond This necklace was
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Silver

Vintage Chinese Silver Lapis Lazuli Necklace Double Dragon Pendant Multi-wear
Located in Richmond, CA
This vintage beaded Lapis necklace is a striking piece of jewelry that exudes both elegance and
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

66.25 Carat LAPIS LAZULI Drops Diamonds Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold ”Sautoir Necklace” of 116cm (45.7 inches) long with Melon Cut Drop Lapis
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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

Handmade Mexican Sterling Silver Link Necklace with Lapis and Chrysicola Inlay
Located in Berkeley, CA
Handmade, detailed, carved, and inlaid link necklace with varying stones of lapis and chrysicola
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Vintage 1980s Mexican Modern Link Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Lapis Lazuli Carved Pendant with South Sea Pearl Drop
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 Karat Carved Stained Glass Window Designed Pendant in Carved Lapis Lazuli Inlay with South Sea
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Greek Mythology Cameo 18 K Gold Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Magnificent extremely rare double-sided carved lapis lazuli cameo pendant. The exquisite carving is
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Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Pendant #15999
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This beautiful oval yellow gold pendant is set with carved lapis lazuli in a floral motif This
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Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Faraone Mennella Modernist Blue Lapis Lazuli Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Faraone Mennella
Located in Miami, FL
. Lapis Lazuli: Mounted with 18 spheres of 20mm, carved from natural Afghani blue lapis lazuli
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Late 20th Century Italian Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exotic Artisan Coral & Lapis Semi Precious Statement Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Exotic artisan coral & lapis statement necklace The unique handmade artisan necklace is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Coral, Hematite, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver, Stainle...

LB Vintage Afghani Enamel tribal Pendant Necklace Bakelite Lapis Turquoise Bone
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage Afghani Enamel Tribal pendant necklace.This stunning pendant is
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Early 2000s Afghan Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Base Metal, Enamel

Greek Revival Hellenistic Necklace In Solid 22Kt Yellow Gold With Lapis Lazuli
Located in Miami, FL
Greek revival necklace with lapis lazuli. Beautiful, Hellenistic necklace, made in Greece in the
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Vintage 1970s Greek Greek Revival Choker Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Hand-carved Lapis Lazuli Pendant with Tsavorite
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Lapis Lazuli 13.80 carats approx. Tsavorites 0.25 carat approx
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granulation Eros and Psyche Oval Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli Diamond 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Eros and Psyche Granulation oval pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a hand carved
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

A.Jeschel Freshwater Pearl and Lapis necklace with a silver scarab pendant.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
a chain of carved lapis, carnelian, and 12m.m pearls ( all stones known to have been in use during
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Lapis Lazuli Beads Necklace 14 K White Gold Diamonds Spacers And Clasp
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Color Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli Round Beads Necklace strung with 14k White Gold and Diamonds
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2010s Thai Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Livio Bevilacqua 1967 Op Art Geometric Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Gold and Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
) element, carved from natural blue lapis lazuli. Attached from the back with two screws. Weight: 50.35
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Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Lapis Poseidon Pendant With Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
carved lapis poseidon detachable pendant 24mm round with 18K .30 blue sapphire bail
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Carved Beetle set on Intricately Hand Knotted Neckpiece Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
This beautiful necklace is hand carved bone and hand colored by a master Balinese painter. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary More Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Brass

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Unique Art Deco Egyptian Revival necklace, 1920 circa Comprising a skillfully natural Lapis hand
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver

Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
Art Deco Egyptian Revival Lapis Diamond Pearl Necklace
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H 2.33 in W 1.34 in L 15.36 in
Antique 14Y Lapis Lantern that Opens
Located in McLeansville, NC
design with an engraved feather motif and a lapis bottom that is carved Evelyn. Length: 1 7/16 in
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14Y Lapis Lantern that Opens
Antique 14Y Lapis Lantern that Opens
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W 0.57 in L 1.44 in
Emma Chapman Lapis Lazuli Tsavorite Silver Pendant
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
workshops. It has a hand cut and hand carved lapis lazuli drop which has exquisite hand engraving work on it
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver

LAPIS LAZULI Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
18 Carat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant. HAND CARVED STONES made from a Specific Unique
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Intaglio Gold Pendant
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto lapis lazuli and features a depiction of
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2010s American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto lapis lazuli and features a depiction of
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2010s American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant
Chushev Athena Lapis Lazuli Sterling Silver Pendant
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H 1.11 in W 0.95 in Dm 0.18 in
18 Karat Engraved Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat Hand Carved Lapis Lazuli “Jupiter” pendant with .30 Sapphire Bail
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k 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

Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Antique Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Lapis Lazuli is a timeless and exquisite piece of
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Granulation Flower Pendant with Lapis Lazuli Pink Tourmalines 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Granulation round flower shape pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a hand carved
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Lapis Lazuli Butterfly Carving Turquoise Moonstone Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
beautiful butterfly, likewise we hand-carved one rough piece of natural lapis lazuli only to achieve an
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Rising Sun Pietra Dura Inlay Opal Malachite Lapis Pendant 14kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Rising Sun Mosaic Inlay Pendant Carved Opal, Malachite, Lapis, amd Tiger-eye Pendant Overall
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Opal, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1880 Egyptian Revival Pectoral in Silver with Champleve Cloisonne & Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
(cloisonne). The scarab in the center is carved from blue lapis lazuli and the scepter with reddish carnelian
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Antique 1880s French Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Large French 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Rose Quartz Lapis Buddha Pendant
Located in London, GB
A large French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a carved rose quartz Buddha sitting
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Carved Lapis Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact carved lapis necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 14 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a carved lapis necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a carved lapis necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Diane Griswold Johnston, Seaman Schepps and Aldo Cipullo are consistently popular. While most can agree that any carved lapis necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Lapis Lazuli version from the 18 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also uncut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a carved lapis 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 Lapis Necklace?

The price for a carved lapis necklace starts at $250 and tops out at $26,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,458.

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.