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Chinese Carnelian Necklace

LB offers Artisan ceramic beads Carnelian Soapstone Chinese Sterling Necklace
LB offers Artisan ceramic beads Carnelian Soapstone Chinese Sterling Necklace

LB offers Artisan ceramic beads Carnelian Soapstone Chinese Sterling Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a strand of large Ceramic handmade speckled blue and terracotta beads, Large Carnelian rounds, an unusual vintage hand carved Chinese soapstone barrel ...

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Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Crystal, Sterling Silver

Natural Real Chinese Turquoise with Brilliant Real Carnelian Necklace
Natural Real Chinese Turquoise with Brilliant Real Carnelian Necklace

Natural Real Chinese Turquoise with Brilliant Real Carnelian Necklace

By Aria Jewelry Design

Located in Raleigh, NC

This fascinating and beautiful Chinese Turquoise from Hubei in China is a real intense BluishGreen 18 inch long necklace.

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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Art Deco Jade Figa Hand Fruit Flower Necklace Chinese Silk Carnelian Antique
Art Deco Jade Figa Hand Fruit Flower Necklace Chinese Silk Carnelian Antique

Art Deco Jade Figa Hand Fruit Flower Necklace Chinese Silk Carnelian Antique

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS AN EXQUISITE AND RARE ANTIQUE ART DECO MUTTON FAT JADE NECKLACE WITH A CARVED HAND HOLDING A FRUIT IN ITS PALM AND A STRING OF BEADS WITH ADDITIONAL JADE FLOWERS AND A CARNEL...

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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Carnelian

Carnelian Bead Knotted String Triple Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Clasp
Carnelian Bead Knotted String Triple Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Clasp

Carnelian Bead Knotted String Triple Strand Necklace, 14 Karat Clasp

Located in Milford, DE

A bold and bright triple strand necklace! Features three strands of 10mm carnelian beads, connected to a single strand with a vermeil cubic zirconia-accented connector. The clasp its...

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Antique 19th Century Chinese Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.
Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

One of a kind, handmade,outstanding necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.It is comprised of hand carved wooden,animal,Chinese beads,vintage Bakelite ,hand carved soapstone bar...

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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Multi Strand Necklace Jade Bone Antiques Chinese Elements Turquoise
Multi Strand Necklace Jade Bone Antiques Chinese Elements Turquoise

Multi Strand Necklace Jade Bone Antiques Chinese Elements Turquoise

By Giulia Colussi

Located in Milan, IT

Multy strand necklace with antiques bone bead turquoise jade carnelian, in degrades starting from 48cm. All Giulia Colussi jewelry is new and has never been previously owned or worn...

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2010s Italian Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Jade, Turquoise

LB offers Coral Rope( red and peach) branches Vintage Crystals Stones Necklace
LB offers Coral Rope( red and peach) branches Vintage Crystals Stones Necklace

LB offers Coral Rope( red and peach) branches Vintage Crystals Stones Necklace

By Lorraine’s Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a rope necklace of red branch coral, peach coral barrels, carnelian rounds, vintage AB crystals and gold filled beads. An antique clasp adds to its ant...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Coral, Gold-filled

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Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace Chinese Mongolian
Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace Chinese Mongolian

Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace Chinese Mongolian

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

MASSIVE Old Chinese or Mongolian Silver statement necklace with a large stamped pendant featuring a boy riding what looks like guardian lion .

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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

LB orange Carnelian Large Chinese Baroque Pearls Sterling Silver Necklace
LB orange Carnelian Large Chinese Baroque Pearls Sterling Silver Necklace

LB orange Carnelian Large Chinese Baroque Pearls Sterling Silver Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

LB offers large round Carnelian beads and Large Chinese Baroque Pearls and Sterling Silver, handmade,one of a kind necklace.Large sterling silver Vintage Mexican beads are a great ...

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2010s Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Chinese Carved Carnelian and Enamel Cicada Necklace. Vermeil Silver 1920s.
Chinese Carved Carnelian and Enamel Cicada Necklace. Vermeil Silver 1920s.

Chinese Carved Carnelian and Enamel Cicada Necklace. Vermeil Silver 1920s.

Located in University City, MO

This gorgeous Art Deco era Chinese export necklace features an elaborately carved carnelian cicada with enameled wings that look like stained glass.

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Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Vermeil, Enamel

Chinese Silver Chatelaine Filigree Cricket Cage Vinaigrette with Carnelian Bead
Chinese Silver Chatelaine Filigree Cricket Cage Vinaigrette with Carnelian Bead

Chinese Silver Chatelaine Filigree Cricket Cage Vinaigrette with Carnelian Bead

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Antique Chinese silver chatelaine cricket cage vinaigrette. Beautiful filigree floral design with a large round carnelian bead and dangles. Cage opens when loop is removed. Measure...

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Silver

Vintage 18K Gold Chinese Amulet / Pendant w/ Jade, Ruby, Opal, Turquoise etc
Vintage 18K Gold Chinese Amulet / Pendant w/ Jade, Ruby, Opal, Turquoise etc

Vintage 18K Gold Chinese Amulet / Pendant w/ Jade, Ruby, Opal, Turquoise etc

Located in Cape May, NJ

Vintage 18K Gold Chinese Amulet / Pendant w/ Jade, Ruby, Opal, Turquoise etc. The piece is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear. It is hallmarked 18K on the back. The piec...

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Chinese Gilded Silver Dragon Necklace with Carnelian and Lapis Beads. 1980's.
Chinese Gilded Silver Dragon Necklace with Carnelian and Lapis Beads. 1980's.

Chinese Gilded Silver Dragon Necklace with Carnelian and Lapis Beads. 1980's.

Located in University City, MO

Superb hand knotted lapis beaded necklace featuring an incredible gilded silver and enamel dragon. Asymmetrical as the dragon is worn to one side. This mythical creature is highly de...

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Vintage 1980s Chinese Anglo-Indian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Vermeil

LB offers Jadeite Chinese Carving Vintage Carnelian Carved wood crystal necklace
LB offers Jadeite Chinese Carving Vintage Carnelian Carved wood crystal necklace

LB offers Jadeite Chinese Carving Vintage Carnelian Carved wood crystal necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Antique ceramic carnelian colored beads finish this handmade, one Of a kind ,highly unusual necklace.

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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Jade, Rock Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Kai-Yin Lo, KYLO Onyx, Carnelian , Amethyst, Agate & Vermeil Necklace
Kai-Yin Lo, KYLO Onyx, Carnelian , Amethyst, Agate & Vermeil Necklace

Kai-Yin Lo, KYLO Onyx, Carnelian , Amethyst, Agate & Vermeil Necklace

By Kai-Yin Lo

Located in New York, NY

A designer of style and innovation, Kai-Yin Lo takes the iconic forms of Chinese antiquity and reinvents them in contemporary jewelry that reflects ideas of Chinese culture past and ...

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1990s Chinese Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

LB offers Early 20th c. Carved orange Jade Carnelian African Ceramic necklace
LB offers Early 20th c. Carved orange Jade Carnelian African Ceramic necklace

LB offers Early 20th c. Carved orange Jade Carnelian African Ceramic necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers an Outstandingly beautiful Early 20th Century, hand carved piece of orange and pale green Chinese Jade. This pendant was sourced at the Baltimore Antique Sho...

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Early 20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Jade, Labradorite, Gold-filled

One of a kind , carved, vintage, carnelian Chinese pendant with Bakelite beads
One of a kind , carved, vintage, carnelian Chinese pendant with Bakelite beads

One of a kind , carved, vintage, carnelian Chinese pendant with Bakelite beads

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a one of a kind, handmade, statement necklace with an antique, carved, Chinese, carnelian pendant.

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Mid-20th Century Chinese Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces

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Brass

Vintage Chinese Carnelian Silver Necklace
Vintage Chinese Carnelian Silver Necklace

Vintage Chinese Carnelian Silver Necklace

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

Antique necklace of gilded silver and carnelian stones depicting a parrot and choppy Chinese figure.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Carnelian, Silver

Vintage Chinese Coral and Turquoise Cloisonne Enamel Koi Fish Bib Necklace
Vintage Chinese Coral and Turquoise Cloisonne Enamel Koi Fish Bib Necklace

Vintage Chinese Coral and Turquoise Cloisonne Enamel Koi Fish Bib Necklace

Located in Palm Springs, CA

The statement necklace is comprised of three mixed gilt chains which are intricately beaded and covered with antique Chinese coins, carnelian, coral and turquoise beads accented by...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Carnelian, Coral, Turquoise, Mixed Metal

Carnelian Carving of Lucky Chinese Deity Framed in Large Rose Gold Pendant
Carnelian Carving of Lucky Chinese Deity Framed in Large Rose Gold Pendant

Carnelian Carving of Lucky Chinese Deity Framed in Large Rose Gold Pendant

By Eytan Brandes 1

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

This carving came to us through an estate we purchased years ago and we don't much about it. It's probably one of the three Sanxing - Fu, Lu or Shou -- the gods of prosperity, statu...

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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Rose Gold

Rare Antique 900 Silver Mandarin Court Charm Necklace. Qing Dynasty.
Rare Antique 900 Silver Mandarin Court Charm Necklace. Qing Dynasty.

Rare Antique 900 Silver Mandarin Court Charm Necklace. Qing Dynasty.

Located in University City, MO

This majestic antique Mandarin court necklace features a rich collection of charms from the Chinese Qing Dynasty which dated from 1644 to 1912.

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Antique 1850s Chinese More Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

40s Gemstone Chinese Carnelian Necklace
40s Gemstone Chinese Carnelian Necklace

40s Gemstone Chinese Carnelian Necklace

Located in Litchfield County, CT

Chinese silver and gemstone knotted necklace. Featuring carnelian, blue enamel, jade and pink quartz.

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Vintage 1940s Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Jade, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Circa 1920s Chinese Enameled Carnelian Pendant Necklace
Circa 1920s Chinese Enameled Carnelian Pendant Necklace

Circa 1920s Chinese Enameled Carnelian Pendant Necklace

Located in Long Beach, CA

Circa 1920s Chinese sterling chain necklace with an ornate pendant of silver plated copper, prong set with carved carnelian and embellished with blue enameling.

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Early 20th Century Chinese Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver, Copper

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A refined and timeless necklace crafted from high-quality natural Russian Siberian nephrite — a gemstone long admired for its depth of color, durability, and noble character. The ne...

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LB Tribal style Amber Bakelite Vintage Carnelian beads Silver necklace on offer

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Chinese Carnelian Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact chinese carnelian necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Silver and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a chinese carnelian 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 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A chinese carnelian necklace from Giulia Colussi — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A chinese carnelian necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Carnelian, from our inventory of 9, is particularly popular. 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 alternatives. Finding a chinese carnelian necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Chinese Carnelian Necklace?

The price for a chinese carnelian necklace starts at $183 and tops out at $5,457 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,100.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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