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10k Yellow Gold Over Silver 1/2 Carat Champagne Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
with 20 sparkling, champagne color diamonds. The diamonds are round-cut and have a total carat weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterl...

14K Yellow Gold over Silver 1 1/2 Carat Diamond Composite Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. necklace is embellished with natural round and baguette-cut diamonds in an alluring, composite design. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Mesmerizing Diamond Circle Pendant 1.25 Carat Diamond Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Be mesmerized by this double circle of diamonds that has over 1.25 carats in 14 karat yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Swirl diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold with over 2 carats
Located in Surfside, FL
Swirl diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold with over 2 carats in princess and baguette cut G-H color
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20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

20 Carat Diamond Tresor Riviera Three Claws 18Kt White Gold Tennis Line Necklace
By Tresor Paris
Located in London, GB
remarkable Diamond weight of 20.00 Carats. The dazzling Round Brilliant Cut gems, with white glitzy natural
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2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hollywood Glam 20 Ctw Diamond Ruby Gala Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A dramatic, draped garland necklace shimmering with nearly 20 carats of diamonds and vibrant rubies
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hollywood Glam 20 Ctw Diamond Ruby Gala Necklace
Vintage Hollywood Glam 20 Ctw Diamond Ruby Gala Necklace
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W 0.38 in D 0.25 in L 16 in
Huge Maderia Mixed Cut Citrine 20 Plus Carat Diamond Surround
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Citrine and a large oval Madeira Citrine drop of over 20 carats with a Diamond surround. This large
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2010s Brazilian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Certified Imperial Jade 20 Carats, Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Goldfish Pendant.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
brilliant white diamond 0.09cts. The bubble gum pink tourmaline against the bright imperial green creates a
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Loving Heart Diamond Necklace 20" - Yellow Gold 18k
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
(Size: Medium) Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .14ctw Cut
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hirsh Riviera Pink Diamond and White Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
18K white gold. This necklace is perfect for everyday wear and features 3.14 carats of white diamonds
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2010s British Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 2.32 Carat Bright Light Blue Aquamarine & Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Hamilton, AU
millimetres. The round brilliant cut diamonds total 0.04 carats with F colour and VS clarity grades. Size The
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Harmony's Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond circle pendant provides a glowing chic look Necklace Information Metal : 14k Gold
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gumuchian Platinum & Diamond 15.55Ct. Cascade Necklace with .94Ct. Pear Diamond
By Gumuchian
Located in New York, NY
necklace portion measures 16.5" with the drop the total length is 20". 168 round brilliant diamonds total
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2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

0.05 Carat Diamond, 24K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Necklace with Pegsus Carving
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Mother of Pearl Necklace with Pegsus Carving and Diamonds, by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k Gold 0.20 Carats White Diamonds Modern Unisex Mesh Chain Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
with 0.20 carats White Diamonds. This Modern Necklace feature a square pyramid pendant adorned with
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

4.95 Carats Blue Sapphires and Diamonds Necklace in 18 Karat black Gold
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
Sapphires and Diamonds 18k black gold, the carat weight of the sapphires is approximately 2.50
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2010s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Contemporary Ruby Diamond Lavalier Drop Necklace
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
approximately 18-20 carats. The diamonds are equivalent to G-H colors, VS-SI clarity. The metal is 18k yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antonini Gem Peridot Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Antonini Gioielli
Located in New York, NY
A unique Asscher Cut gem quality Peridot weighing over 20 carats is the center piece of this
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Harry Winston Cultured Pearl and Diamond Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in Weston, MA
The master craftsmen of Harry Winston have used over 20 carats of diamonds to create this elegant
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20th Century Romantic Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Chaumet “Attrape Moi” Catch Me Spider Web Diamond Necklace
By Chaumet
Located in Bethesda, MD
1.50 carats of diamonds this necklace is bound to capture your attention. Necklace 20 inches
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Contemporary 0.25ct Modern Brilliant Diamond Rub Over Pendant on White Gold Chai
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Lobster clasp. Diamond Details: Cut: Modern Brilliant Cut Carat: 0.25ct Clarity: VS2 Colour: I-J
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Goldenhorn Necklace with Coins and Diamonds by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Goldenhorn Necklace with Coins, 43“, by Kurtulan Jewellery of Istanbul, Turkey, 0.03ct diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Reclaimed Diamonds Bezel set in White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Niagara On The Lake, ON
Reclaimed diamonds bezel set in 14 karat white gold creates a sparkly necklace that simply goes
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2010s Canadian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diamond Necklace Chakras by Caspita 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
with 215 diamonds DE/VVS1-VVS2 (1.9 carat). The clasp is set in gold with 62 diamonds DEF/VVS-VS (0.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Style Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Emerald
Located in Brooklyn, NY
20 Years Ago. Total natural Diamonds 9.05 Carat, GH-SI. Total natural Emerald 1.96 Carat. 18k White
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Early 2000s Thai Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Cartier 1900 Edwardian Enameled Locket Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Rose Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
carats, G/H color, SI-1 clarity. Weight: 17.95 Grams, (11.51 Dwt). Lenght: The chain is 20 Inches
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Beaded Necklace with Diamond 24K Gold & SS by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Beaded Necklace with Diamond 24K Gold & SS by Kurtulan Jewellery 16-18" in length. This piece is
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

AGL 18.92 Carat Black Opal with 25.94 Carat Tsavorite and Diamonds in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Charleston, SC
5.31 Carats (68) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Pendant Length: 1 5/8" Chain Length: 20" Drop from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tsavorite, Platinum

Brilliant + Rough Diamond Yellow Gold Oxidized Silver Link Necklace, Todd Reed
By Todd Reed
Located in Dallas, TX
patina sterling silver oval link bezel-set with round brilliant-cut white diamonds. The necklace
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2010s American Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mi...

2.86 Carat Cushion Cut Ceylon Sapphire & Diamond Platinum Enhancer Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
diamonds total 0.36 carats with F colour and VS clarity grades. Size The pendant measures approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

9.6 Carat Solid Australian Carved Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Hamilton, AU
Lovingly crafted in 18 carat yellow gold is this enchanting vintage pendant with an alluring 9.6
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Adler Genèva Sapphire & Diamond Necklace, Estate Sultan Oman, GRS cert.
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Gold Adler Genèva Royal Blue 15.7 Carat Sapphire & 20 Carat Diamondd Necklace, Estate Sultan
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

14.8 Carats Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Natural Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
18K gold bezel-set 5 mm round rose-cut Australian natural diamond in this juxtaposition of 2 opposing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Contemporary Salt & Pepper Diamond Kite Shaped Necklet 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 9 carat gold, The Pilar Necklace is both unique and stylish. Her trilliant cut salt and
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

11 Carat Diamond Swag Pendant in Platinum on White Gold Omega Chain, Circa 1980
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
carats 20 brilliant cut marquises (0.07 carats to 0.50 carats): 2.99 carats 96 straight baguettes
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Henry Dunay Zambian Minor Oil Drop Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18k Link Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Miami, FL
Henry Dunay signed natural cabochon cut emerald and mixed cut diamond pendant necklace. Set in 18k
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Early 2000s Zambian Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Brilliant Diamond Heart Pendant & Cable Chain 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our Anita Pendant & Chain is a sweet symbol of love eternal. Her shimmering diamonds set in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Solid Australian Opal Round Brilliant Diamond Pendant in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage pendant holds an alluring opal blazen with
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20th Century Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Reinvented Vintage Salt & Pepper Diamond & Pink Sapphire Necklet 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
forevermore, A diamond and sapphire wonder. Belinda is threaded with a darling 18 carat gold chain holding a
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20th Century Australian Modern More Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Rose Kite Cut Salt & Pepper Diamond Necklet 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Necklace is an intriguing piece. Her salt and pepper shield cut diamond is set in a sharp arrowhead of
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1990s Amethyst & Diamond Heart Pendant & Chain 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 14 carat gold, this charming vintage pendant, circa 1990s, features a darling heart
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

3.8 Cts Oct Shape Amethyst 18K ROSE GOLD PLATED OVER 925 SILVER BRIDAL NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
Welcome to Blue Star Gems NY LLC! Discover popular engagement Necklace & Wedding Necklace All
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Zircon, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

18 Carat Yellow Gold Checkerboard Citrine and Diamond Vintage Drop Style Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
set with one 0.30 carat rub over round brilliant diamond at the apex. Below is one round deep yellow
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1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Ruby Diamond Platinum 18K Antique Certified No Heat Huge Pendant 4.63 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Report. Authentic Antiques. Finest Untreated Ruby Crowned With 2.16 Carats of Sparkling Diamonds White
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Antique Late 18th Century Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1980s 18 Carat Gold Oval Pink Sapphire & Diamond Pendant & Fine Chain
Located in Hamilton, AU
millimetres and is estimated to weigh 0.94 carats. The twelve round brilliant cut diamonds are estimated to
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat White Gold Light Blue Trilliant Cut Aquamarine and Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
diamond is estimated to weight 0.06 carats and is G colour and P1 clarity grades. Size The length of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Circa 1990s South Sea Pearl Strand Necklace 18 Carat White Gold Clasp
Located in Hamilton, AU
carats. Length The length of the necklace is approximately 46.5 centimetres. Great to Know The Helmi
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1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred Diamond Gauge Measure Pendant White Gold
By Fred Paris
Located in New York, NY
from 0.01 to 1.00 carats. Faceted diamonds are set at the 0.05 and 0.20 markers. On a 20" white gold
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fred Diamond Gauge Measure Pendant White Gold
Fred Diamond Gauge Measure Pendant White Gold
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W 0.66 in L 1.33 in
Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain. A bright neon green and lovely .85 carat
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Vintage 1920s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain
Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain
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Vintage 18K Gold Diamond "S" Medallion Pendants
Located in Danvers, MA
.) The small, sparkly white diamonds are estimated at .20 carats for each pendant, with very nice, near
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20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s Diamond Cut Heavy Oval Link Chain 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Forged in 9 carat yellow gold, this luxurious vintage chain, circa 1980s, features oval cable links
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20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain of Goldenhorn 24K Gold & Silver w/ Diamonds, by Kurtulan Jewellery
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
The Chain of Goldenhorn, 24K Yellow Gold and Silver with Diamonds, by Kurtulan Jewellry of Istanbul
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Double Sided Bee Coin with Stag & Diamond Detail 24kt Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Bee Coin Necklace Pendant with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Comes with chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Silver Pompei XII Coin Replica with Diamond 24 Karat Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
XII Pompei Coin with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Diamonds: 0.02ct, Colour: H
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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

Silver Pompei iii Coin Replica with Diamond 24 karat Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pompei III Coin Replica w/ Diamond Detail, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver by Kurtulan, Size Large
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Indian Mogul Style Gold Open-Worked Pendant Set with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in valatie, NY
approximately 3.50 Carats of Diamonds, and 13 Carats of Rubies and is suspended from a 20 inch 6 Strand round
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Late 20th Century Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Cabochon & Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in OVIEDO, AS
. 20 carat and Rose-Cut Diamond approx. 3.5 carat. Made of two flexible articulated bodies plentiful
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Antique Mid-18th Century Spanish Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver

18 Karat White Gold Citrine, Orange Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. There are over 1.50 carats of diamonds on this stunning pendant, and the stones are G in color and VS in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Deco Orient Necklace Natural Burma Green Lavender Jade Ghost Dagger 18K Sapphire
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
with a combined weight of 1.24 Carats. The Diamonds in the Pendant are all of E - F Color and Vs1
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Mul...

Calliope Antique 1920s Diamond & Garnet Locket & Toggle Chain 9ct Yellow Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Calliope, Circa 1920's, is shaped by her history. Crafted in 9 carat rose gold, the crest shaped
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

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Diamond Necklaces Over 20 Carats Diamonds For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of diamond necklaces over 20 carats diamonds for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 146 vintage examples as well as 80 contemporary versions. 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. Pieces in our collection of diamond necklaces over 20 carats diamonds made by modern jewelers — as well as those associated with contemporary — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Diana M. Jewels, Kurtulan and Butani are consistently popular. Browse our collection of 172 diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, oval cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of diamond necklaces over 20 carats diamonds, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Diamond Necklaces Over 20 Carats Diamonds?

Prices for diamond necklaces over 20 carats diamonds can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $480 and can go as high as $2,450,000, while diamond necklaces over 20 carats diamonds, on average, fetch $6,900.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Diamond Necklaces Over 20 Carats Diamonds
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There is no hard-and-fast rule for how many carats a diamond necklace should be. On average, solitaire diamond necklaces range from 0.5 to 1 carat, but you can find pieces with larger and smaller stones. Tennis chains that feature continuous diamonds set into links usually have much higher total carat weights. For example, one might feature 60 individual diamonds, each 0.20 carats in size, for a total carat weight of 12.0 carats. Shop a wide range of diamond necklaces on 1stDibs.