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By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:3.96ct Size: 12 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Necklace Enhancers
Materials
Diamond, Silver
Diamond Pave Ball Necklace
Pave Diamond Ball Choker Necklace
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:4.39ct, Silver:3.98g
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Diamond, Silver
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Located in Northbrook, IL
, it features a striking white diamonds in a unique ball cut. The diamond ball is cleverly the release
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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Located in New York, NY
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Ruby, Diamond
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By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
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Diamond
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By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond:3.28ct, Silver:4.58gm, Sapphire:417.35ct Size: 663mmXXMM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
Pave Diamond Ball Chain Necklace Made in 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Pave Diamond Ball Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Wedding Necklace Charm Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Ball Pendant 925 Silver Diamond Wedding Necklace Charm Gift. 925 Silver Weight 7.98
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Materials
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Long Rope Black onyx Necklace With Pave Diamond Ball
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
,D:5ct ONYX BLACK:644Cts
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Green Tsavorite Garnet Paradizia Necklace with Pave Diamond Ball Centerpiece
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold wire and embellished with a 12.5mm pave diamond ball. Item # N3748 For a stylish
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Diamond, Tsavorite
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By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
necklace doesn’t go unnoticed. The large 16mm pave diamond center, accented with a 14k yellow gold faceted
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Multi Gemstone & Pave Diamond Bead Ball Necklace with Cross Pendant
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Located in New York, NY
"18kt:9.5g, Diamond:4.96ct, Silver:19.88g, Tsavorite:15.29ct, Hematite, 8mm
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Judith Ripka 70ct Pave Diamond Ball Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold, 17"
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Located in New York, NY
Luxury necklace by Judith Ripka, has a very chic design of graduated diamond pave set balls. They
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18K Yellow Gold Bamboo Necklace with Pave Diamond Ball Pendant 26.22 Grams
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Located in Eagan, MN
Pave Diamond Pendant as the center piece. The diamonds are small brilliant cut natural diamonds and
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Round Brilliant Pavé Diamond Teardrop Lariat Necklace with Ball Chain 18K Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elegance and sophistication converge in this breathtaking diamond lariat necklace, a dazzling
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Materials
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Hematite & Pave Diamond Ball Beaded Necklace With Cross Pendant In Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
beads paired with brilliant pave diamonds, culminating in a polished cross pendant. Crafted in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Spinel & Turquoise Beaded Ball Chain Necklace with Pave Diamonds Made in Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"Silver:40.89g, Diamond:7.75ct Spinel:2.35ct, Turquoise: 29.56cts"
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3 CTW Pave Diamond Disco Ball Multi Chain Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
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3 CTW Pave Diamond Disco Ball Multi Chain Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
3 CTW Pave Diamond Disco Ball Multi Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This
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Materials
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Mikimoto Pearls in Motion Necklace Chain Lariat 18k White Gold Pave Ball 14.6g
By Mikimoto
Located in Northbrook, IL
where-ever you desire along the chain. The necklace is adorned with round white diamonds, adding a touch
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Materials
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Pave Diamond Ball Chain Neckalce Made in 14k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14k:35.28g, Diamond:20.14ct Diamond bead Size-5-6mm
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Stunning 15-17mm Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Pave 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
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Located in London, GB
A Natural Vintage Cultured Pearl (8mm) Necklace With 1 Carat Diamond Pave Ball And 18 Carat Gold
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3.59 Carat Black Diamond Pavé Ball Gold Choker
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
enlarged our Pavé black diamond disco ball and added it into a flexible choker. Something that will be in
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1.60 Carat Diamond White Gold Pave Ball Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Diamond pave ball necklace. 30 Inch rope chain in 14k white gold with a 15mm white gold pave ball
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
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1.50 Carat Pave Diamond Ball Adjustable Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Adjustable 18k white gold diamond drop necklace. Secure pave catch allows wear from 16 to 19 inches
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Materials
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18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Ball Lariat Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 314 round brilliant cut = 5.00cttw Color: F/G
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Materials
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Long Necklace with Tahitian Pearl, Buddha Face and Diamond Pavé Ball
By 15DEGREESLONDON
Located in Boostedt, SH
carved, wooden Buddha face and an 8mm blackened silver ball encrusted with silver-ish pavé diamonds. The
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Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Ben Baller If & Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Butterfly Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ben Baller If & Co. Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 1030 round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
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David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold 2ctw Diamond Pave Ball Station 32" Long Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Montclair, NJ
Grams Chain Type: Station 10 Pave Diamond Ball w/ Beveled Box Link Chain Length: 32 Inches (approx
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Materials
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Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Pavé Set Disco Ball Pendant
Located in London, GB
. Possessing the same qualities of a modern-day disco ball, this piece is sure to light up any necklace or
Category
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Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
David Yurman 18k Gold Sterling Silver Pave Ball Diamond 8-Strand Choker Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
link chain accented by 5 pave bead set diamond ball floating stations weighing 0.80 carats total weight
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Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Diamond Pave Ball Necklace in Gold
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, Swiss. Effortless chic in diamond pave splendor! This elegant stone-covered ball
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Materials
White Diamond, 18k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Ball Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 86 round brilliant cut = 2.50cttw Color: G
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Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
.87 Carat Pavé Diamond Ball Gold Y Drop Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Pave Diamond ball “Y” necklace in 14k white gold with 87 full cut round diamonds. Length 20 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman 18k Gold Pave Diamond Ball Station 4 Strand Box Chain Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Montclair, NJ
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Estate 18K South Sea Multicolored Pearl Strand Pavé Diamond Ball Clasp 14mm 18”
Located in Winter Springs, FL
quality of the strand. The necklace is finished with a diamond pavé ball clasp, adding a sophisticated
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman .50 Carat Diamond Multi-Strand Sterling Silver Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Stamford, CT
17 Inch David Yurman 8 strand pave diamond ball Sterling Silver necklace. 7 pave I SI diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces
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Angela Cummings Diamond Gold Open-Work Ball Diamond Pave Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Angela Cummings 18k yellow gold and diamond pave ball necklace. She designed jewelry at Tiffany and
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Angela Cummings 18K Gold Open-Work Ball Diamond Pave Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Toronto, ON
Angela Cummings 18k yellow gold and diamond pave ball necklace. She designed jewelry at Tiffany and
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Pave Diamond Ball Long Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Pave diamond ball bead long necklace, the beads measuring 9.5-10mm in diameter, mounted in sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Graduated Pave Diamond Ball Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Graduated pave diamond ball bead necklace, the beads measuring 13-22mm in diameter, mounted in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
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Diamond, Stainless Steel
Betteridge Tahitian Pearl Pavé Diamond Ball Necklace
By Betteridge
Located in Greenwich, CT
Tahitian pearl and pavé diamond ball necklace, composed of seventeen fine Tahitian pearls ranging
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
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Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Odelia Pavé Diamond Ball Bead Necklace (~46.5 ct tw)
By Odelia
Located in Greenwich, CT
Graduated pavé diamond ball bead necklace, composed of 61 beads set with round diamonds measuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces
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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian pearl necklace with pave diamonds ball clasp in 18K white gold
Located in Surfside, FL
Tahitian pearl necklace with pave diamonds ball clasp in 18K white gold. Tahitian pearls graduated
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Diamond Pave Ball Pendant 3.60 Carat Set in Platinum
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Pave Ball Pendant 3.60 carats Set in Platinum 16 mm Total Carat Weight of Diamond 3.60
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Diamond Pave Ball Pendant 0.85 carats set in 14KWG
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Pave Ball Pendant 0.85 carats Total Carat Weight of Diamond 0.85 carats F/G Color VS
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond Pave Ball Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact diamond pave ball necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 4 vintage or 9 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a diamond pave ball necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a diamond pave ball necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Judith Ripka and Vicki Orr are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. When shopping for a diamond pave ball necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Diamond Pave Ball Necklace?
The price for a diamond pave ball necklace starts at $1,785 and tops out at $91,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,781.
The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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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.
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Signet Fob
Snail Pin
Solid Gold Purse
Solje Brooch
Songea Sapphire
Sorority Pin
Sorority Pins Vintage
South Sea Pearl Necklace Cartier
Soviet Brooch