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Collet Set Necklaces

Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace

Edwardian 4.47 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The amethyst drops alternate between six pierced decorated swagged settings, ornamented with a total of twenty-six collet set seed pearls. The Edwardian necklace is embellished with...

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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace
David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace

David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Stud Diamond And Black Enamel Necklace Coral, collet-set diamonds, black enamel, 18K gold, and platinum.

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20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Brilliant Cut Graduated Diamond Collet Necklace of 9 Carats, English circa 1999
Brilliant Cut Graduated Diamond Collet Necklace of 9 Carats, English circa 1999

Brilliant Cut Graduated Diamond Collet Necklace of 9 Carats, English circa 1999

Located in London, GB

An fine example of a beautifully made graduated diamond collet necklace. Platinum set with brilliant cut graduated diamonds of approximately 9 carats of very bright quality.

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1990s British Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver, 21.74 Carat Diamond Necklace
18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver, 21.74 Carat Diamond Necklace

18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver, 21.74 Carat Diamond Necklace

Located in Geneva, Geneva

This antique collet-set old-cut diamond necklace composed of 75 graduated old-cut diamonds Mounted in 18k rose gold and silver - 75 old cut diamonds: 21.74ct total

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Early 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Old-Cut Diamond, 21.74 Carat, Rivière Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver
Old-Cut Diamond, 21.74 Carat, Rivière Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver

Old-Cut Diamond, 21.74 Carat, Rivière Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold and Silver

Located in Geneva, Geneva

This antique collet-set old-cut diamond necklace composed of 75 graduated old-cut diamonds Mounted in 18k rose gold and silver - 75 old cut diamonds: 21.74ct total

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Early 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rutilated Quartz, White Sapphire and Rose Gold Necklace
Rutilated Quartz, White Sapphire and Rose Gold Necklace

Rutilated Quartz, White Sapphire and Rose Gold Necklace

Located in New York, NY

10 graduating equidistant half spherical French-cut rutilated quartz: 68.65 carats, bezel-set on a scalloped trim stations of colorless round brilliant-cut white sapphires configured...

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Early 2000s Unknown Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sapphire, Rose Gold

Georgian Amethyst Rivière
Georgian Amethyst Rivière

Georgian Amethyst Rivière

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L 14.5 in

Georgian Amethyst Rivière

Located in Brooklyn, NY

The rivière - one of the most popular and enduring styles of necklace to come out of the Georgian period - features an endless line of matched or subtly graduated gems set within inc...

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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold

CARTIER Delices De Goa Amethyst Turquoise Diamond Gold Earrings Necklace Set
CARTIER Delices De Goa Amethyst Turquoise Diamond Gold Earrings Necklace Set

CARTIER Delices De Goa Amethyst Turquoise Diamond Gold Earrings Necklace Set

By Cartier

Located in New York , NY

The necklace composed of a delicate oval link chain supporting clusters of amethyst beads approximately 10.2 to 4.4 mm., and turquoise beads approximately 8.0 to 4.4 mm., the earclip...

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Late 20th Century French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Moon Quartz Sautoir and Earrings by Siegelson, New York
Moon Quartz Sautoir and Earrings by Siegelson, New York

Moon Quartz Sautoir and Earrings by Siegelson, New York

By Siegelson

Located in New York, NY

Moon Quartz Sautoir and Earrings by Siegelson, New York A single strand sautoir with moon quartz cabochons alternating with rose-cut diamonds from which is suspended a chandelier-st...

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2010s Chandelier Earrings

Antique Victorian Pair of Collet Set of Oval Amethyst Bracelets
Antique Victorian Pair of Collet Set of Oval Amethyst Bracelets

Antique Victorian Pair of Collet Set of Oval Amethyst Bracelets

Located in New York, NY

A pair of late Victorian collet set oval amethysts bracelets that can be made into a necklace in a fitted box.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 15k Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Floral Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Aquamarine and Diamond Floral Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Floral Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold

Located in London, England

The floral motif is created with a round faceted aquamarine center with eight-cut diamond petals set in shaped collets. The necklace continues up towards the chain with alternating s...

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2010s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Renee Lewis Emerald Gold Necklace
Renee Lewis Emerald Gold Necklace

Renee Lewis Emerald Gold Necklace

By Renee Lewis

Located in New York, NY

A platinum and collet set emerald necklace with toggle closure, Signed Renee Lewis PLAT.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Rivière Necklace
Art Deco Diamond Platinum Rivière Necklace

Art Deco Diamond Platinum Rivière Necklace

Located in New York, NY

An Art Deco collet-set diamond rivière necklace of graduated design with knife-wire spacers, in platinum.

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Renee Lewis Pink Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Necklace
Renee Lewis Pink Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Necklace

Renee Lewis Pink Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Necklace

By Renee Lewis

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold, collet set garnet and pink tourmaline necklace with a toggle closure, Signed Renee Lewis 18 KT.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Late Victorian Gold Amethyst Riviere Necklace
Antique Late Victorian Gold Amethyst Riviere Necklace

Antique Late Victorian Gold Amethyst Riviere Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique 14k yellow gold collet set amethyst riviere necklace circa 1880. This nicely colored amethyst necklace is open backed, as opposed to the Georgian style closed back necklaces.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Late Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Fine Antique Natural Amethyst and Silver Riviere Necklace, 19th Century
Fine Antique Natural Amethyst and Silver Riviere Necklace, 19th Century

Fine Antique Natural Amethyst and Silver Riviere Necklace, 19th Century

Located in New York, NY

The name riviere comes from the French for "river", romantically referencing how the gemstones flow around the neck. These necklaces were popular during the Georgian era and are also...

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Antique 19th Century European Georgian Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver

Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Amethyst Collet Set Rivière Necklace
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Amethyst Collet Set Rivière Necklace

Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Amethyst Collet Set Rivière Necklace

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful antique Victorian 15k yellow gold oval shaped amethyst collet set rivière necklace, circa 1890. This necklace is set with non graduated oval shaped amethyst.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 15k Gold

Regency Silver and Pink Paste Collet-Set Rivière
Regency Silver and Pink Paste Collet-Set Rivière

Regency Silver and Pink Paste Collet-Set Rivière

Located in New York, NY

Early 19th Century Pink Paste and Silver Collet Set Rivière 16.5” long c.1820

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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Regency Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver

1950s 3.10 Carat Ruby and 4.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Drop Necklace
1950s 3.10 Carat Ruby and 4.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Drop Necklace

1950s 3.10 Carat Ruby and 4.29 Carat Diamond Platinum Drop Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The drops suspend from an ornate interwoven design frame, embellished with fifty-three pave set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds and five collet set baguette cut diam...

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

1.25Ct Pink Sapphire & 1.95Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Pendant - Vintage
1.25Ct Pink Sapphire & 1.95Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Pendant - Vintage

1.25Ct Pink Sapphire & 1.95Ct Diamond, 18k White Gold Pendant - Vintage

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

The sapphire is suspended below a vertical arrangement of two larger, collet set radiant cut diamonds displayed alternately between two smaller, collet set, princess cut diamonds.

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1990s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

La Triomphe Diamond Gold Collet Set Riviere Necklace
La Triomphe Diamond Gold Collet Set Riviere Necklace

La Triomphe Diamond Gold Collet Set Riviere Necklace

By La Triomphe

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful and wearable diamond necklace of graduated diamonds - all clean and white in color - with each stone encircled by a frame of gold. The necklace is set in 18 karat yel...

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Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cultured Pearl and Amethyst Collet Set Spherical Bead Necklace
Cultured Pearl and Amethyst Collet Set Spherical Bead Necklace

Cultured Pearl and Amethyst Collet Set Spherical Bead Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The necklace is a graduated succession of white cultured freshwater pearls measuring from 12.3 mm to 16.3 mm, together with 8 collet-set amethyst oxidized silver beads, terminating t...

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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Silver

Antique Paste Collet and Drop Fringe Necklace
Antique Paste Collet and Drop Fringe Necklace

Antique Paste Collet and Drop Fringe Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique paste collet and drop fringe necklace, set in gold.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Temple St. Clair Aquamarine & Iolite Chain Necklace

Temple St. Clair Aquamarine & Iolite Chain Necklace

By Temple St. Clair

Located in Greenwich, CT

Aquamarine and iolite chain necklace, designed as an 18k gold link necklace collet-set with oval-shaped aquamarine and square-shaped iolite, with a gold toggle clasp, signed Temple St.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Yellow Gold 27.84 Carat Amethyst Riviere Necklace, circa 1890
Victorian 9 Karat Yellow Gold 27.84 Carat Amethyst Riviere Necklace, circa 1890

Victorian 9 Karat Yellow Gold 27.84 Carat Amethyst Riviere Necklace, circa 1890

Located in Glasgow, GB

Description: - This is a stunning antique Victorian 9 karat yellow gold graduating amethyst Riviere necklace circa 1890. The amethyst necklace is collet-set to the front with a gradu...

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Antique 1890s British Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold

Bulgari Vintage Ancient Coin 18k Ruby Monete Necklace & Earrings Collet Set
Bulgari Vintage Ancient Coin 18k Ruby Monete Necklace & Earrings Collet Set

Bulgari Vintage Ancient Coin 18k Ruby Monete Necklace & Earrings Collet Set

By Bulgari

Located in Kenley surrey, GB

This vintage Bvlgari piece is designed as a curb link chain in 18k yellow gold with gold-framed of the ancient bronze coin as a pendant. Bezel set with two round cabochon genuine ru...

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Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

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Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano

Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano

By Carlo Giuliano

Located in London, GB

Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egyptian...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown
Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown

Stunning Vintage Bill Blass Lipstick Red Strapless Silk Mermaid Dress / Gown

By Bill Blass

Located in San Diego, CA

Stunning vintage Bill Blass red silk Mermaid dress! Vibrant liptick red color, with intriicate stitching, which produce an unbelievable sexy fit! Super flattering, and utterly jaw dr...

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1980s American Evening Gowns

New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37
New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37

New Gucci 90th Anniversary Ad Runway Python Snakeskin Pump Heels Sz 37

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Gucci Brand New From Gucci's 90th anniversary Fall Runway show, Frida Giannini cited her influence was Anjelica Huston $1815 * Python Heels * Rare Ad Runway Heels * Size: 37 * Yel...

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2010s Italian Shoes

Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents
Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

Dolce & Gabbana Lime Green Flared Pencil Skirt with Yellow Lace Accents

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in San Francisco, CA

Dolce and Gabbana lime green fit and flare pencil skirt with yellow lace godet panels at bottom. Vertical seam detail at one side. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% viscose (linen-loo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pencil Skirts

Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress  New!
Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress  New!

Oscar de la Renta Corsage Cocktail Dress New!

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oscar de la Renta strapless lace and silk corsage cocktail dress offered in brand new condition. Hand ruched black lace bodice with large attached rosette corsage. Bodice extends ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Dresses

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown
Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown

By Gianni Versace Couture

Located in Englishtown, NJ

Gianni Versace S/S 1997 Runway Sheer Lace Panels Grey Evening Dress Gown IT 40 As seen on Naomi Campbell on the Runway for the final look!

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1990s Evening Dresses and Gowns

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dinner Roll Necklace
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dinner Roll Necklace

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dinner Roll Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Dinner Roll Necklace. David Webb carved azuremalachite necklace with brilliant-cut diamonds, polished 18k gold and platinum. Round Diamond 3.0ct...

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20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box
Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box

Chanel Black Vanity Case Limited Edition Rare Home Decor Cosmetic Jewelry Box

By Chanel

Located in Miami, FL

Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...

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2010s Italian Jewelry Boxes

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress
Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

Oscar de la Renta Purple Ombre Houndstooth Check Silk Cocktail Dress

By Oscar De La Renta

Located in San Francisco, CA

Oscar de la Renta silk pencil cut cocktail dress in a purple checked houndstooth pattern and ombre mid section. Back zip and hook and eye. 100% silk. Made in USA. Size 8. Runs sli...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Sheath Dresses

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem
1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem

1980's Yves Saint Laurent YSL Black Lace Dress with Hanky Hem

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Toronto, Ontario

Unique YSL hanky hem cocktail/evening dress from the early 1980's. The lace trim along the hem and all over the bodice has a touch of sparkle with jet black beading. Full flare to th...

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1980s French Ballerina Dresses

Cartier GIA Certified 13.46 Carats Oval Cut Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring
Cartier GIA Certified 13.46 Carats Oval Cut Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring

Cartier GIA Certified 13.46 Carats Oval Cut Yellow Diamond Engagement Ring

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

An exquisite Cartier engagement ring, showcasing a vibrant 13.46 carats oval cut yellow diamond certified by GIA as Fancy Intense Yellow color and VS1 clarity, set on a classic four ...

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20th Century French Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress
1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

1990s Loris Azzaro Brown Sequin Strapless Cocktail Dress

By Loris Azzaro

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

1990s Loris Azzaro brown sequin metallic strapless cocktail party dress. fit size 4

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1990s French Cocktail Dresses

Sylvia Ann 1970s Rose Print Pink Ivory Chiffon Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown
Sylvia Ann 1970s Rose Print Pink Ivory Chiffon Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown

Sylvia Ann 1970s Rose Print Pink Ivory Chiffon Vintage 70s Maxi Dress Gown

By SYLVIA ANN

Located in San Diego, CA

Chic 1970s SYLVIA ANN pink, ivory and green chiffon ruffled maxi dress / gown! Features rose bouquets in various sizes throughout. Flutter sleeves, with a flowy layer of chiffon drap...

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1970s American Evening Gowns

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

CARTIER Paris 1970 Automatic Large Ceinture Wristwatch In 18 Kt Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An automatique Ceinture large wrist-watch designed by Cartier. This is the rare large model of the Ceinture automatique wristwatch, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of C...

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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

6.45 Carat Carnation Round Multi Gems Studs Silver Earring for Graduation Gift
6.45 Carat Carnation Round Multi Gems Studs Silver Earring for Graduation Gift

6.45 Carat Carnation Round Multi Gems Studs Silver Earring for Graduation Gift

Located in New York, NY

6.45 Carat Carnation Round Multi Gems Studs Silver Earring in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. The...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace and silk organza corseted jacket, ss 1988
Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace and silk organza corseted jacket, ss 1988

Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace and silk organza corseted jacket, ss 1988

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in London, GB

Jean Paul Gaultier gold lace corseted jacket backed with black silk organza. Spring-Summer 1988

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1980s Italian Jackets

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Collet Set Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of collet set necklaces available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 229 vintage editions and 18 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of collet set necklaces bearing Victorian or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Siegelson, Vaibhav Dhadda and David Webb are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 130 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut collet set necklaces and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and oval cut alternatives. Most of our collet set necklaces for sale are for women, but there are 113 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Collet Set Necklaces?

Prices for collet set necklaces start at $158 and top out at $588,244 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $6,251.

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. 

Questions About Collet Set Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    There is no single best setting for a diamond tennis necklace. You can find tennis chains with both prong and bezel settings, and both types can keep diamonds secure when they are well crafted. The biggest difference is that full bezel settings encircle the gemstones, while prongs hug the stones with three or four metal elements, leaving most of their edges visible. Feel free to choose the type of setting that appeals most to you. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.

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