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Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Snake Chain
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Snake Chain This estate necklace is crafted in solid 14K
Category

Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.25 Carat Ruby Heart and Diamond Gold Vintage Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Ruby Heart and Diamond Necklace. Centering a securely nestled
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Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Ancient Roman Coin Diamond and Ruby Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
rows of 12 sparkling diamonds and a cabochon Ruby, lending this spectacular piece a luxurious regal
Category

Mid-20th Century Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Designer EFFY Ruby and Diamond Open Key Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
By Effy
Located in Montreal, QC
Rubies, accented by Diamonds, approx. 0.32tcw. Hand crafted in 14 Karat Rose Gold. Dimensions: 1.75” w x
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Paul Flato Necklace Brooch Ring Set 14k Gold Ruby Diamond Estate Jewelry
By Paul Flato
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pieces are made of 14k yellow gold, featuring ruby and diamond. The vintage necklace and ring set comes
Category

Vintage 1980s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Estate Giorgio Visconti Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Giorgio Visconti necklace with 0.05 ct. pear shape ruby and 0.14 ct. white diamond rounds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Estate Heart-Shaped Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
glistening round brilliant-cut diamonds, F color, VS clarity and five red rubies floating inside the heart
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Ruby Emerald Diamond Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This estate drop necklace features approximately 15.00 carats of beaded ruby and cabochon emeralds
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Tourmaline Diamond and Ruby Frog 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
pavé diamond body, all displaying great attention to detail. A unique estate heirloom thoughtfully
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous ruby and diamond pendant. Metal: 18K White Gold Weight: 11.3 Grams Diamond Weight
Category

Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Sapphire Ruby Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
combined and are topped with .60 carats of ruby and brightened by 4.74 carats of diamonds. 16.5 inches.
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Estate Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in US
ESTATE Necklace Featuring in the Center a Pear Cut Mozambique Natural Ruby Weighing 2.30 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Asprey London Ruby & Diamonds Necklace, Estate Sultan Oman Qaboos Bin Said
By Asprey London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Asprey London Ruby & Diamonds Necklace, Estate Sultan of Oman Qaboos Bin Said Diamonds: Brilliant
Category

20th Century British Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
Located in Napoli, IT
Elegance Spotlight This unique vintage Pearl Ruby & Diamond suit is the epitome of timeless
Category

Vintage 1970s British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
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W 0.79 in Dm 0.91 in L 29.53 in
Estate 18K Diamond Ruby Spodumene Serpent Snake Necklace Pendant 219.84cttw GIA
Located in Winter Springs, FL
with approximately 9cttw in white, yellow/brown and black diamonds (almost 3cttw of each color). Every
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Estate 2.20 Ct. Natural Ruby Diamond Key Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
colours white to enhance the Diamonds and yellow to exalt the Ruby set It is set with a Natural Ruby of
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Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Estate Diamond, Cabochon Emeralds, Sapphires and Rubies 38 Carat Fine Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A spectacular necklace crafted in two tone gold, encrusted with 38 carats of gemstones: Rubies
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond and Ruby Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Diamond Heart Pendant accented by Rubies, suspended from a 14K White Gold 18
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond Platinum Link Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Solitaire Ruby and Diamond Halo Necklace. Center securely Hand set with an Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Vintage Estate Platinum Diamond and Ruby Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Stunning Diamond and Ruby Pendant with an Old Cushion Cut in the center of the pendant. Metal
Category

Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Estate 18K Diamond Rock Crystal Ruby Amethyst Onyx Bead Necklace 19” 20.30cttw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A one-of-kind necklace done in 18K gold and pave set with approximately 4.80cttw in F-G color Vs1
Category

1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Diamond, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Pearl Ruby and Diamond Necklace and Earrings 18 Karat White Gold, Suite, Estate
Located in New York, NY
has approximately 4.5 carats of round brilliant cut Diamonds. Necklace comes with matching post
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Marianne Ostier AGL Burma Red Ruby and Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Marianne Ostier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Marianne Ostier white pearl necklace with AGL certified unheated Burmese ruby
Category

20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Platinum

Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Estate
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant Estate 14K Yellow Gold 33 Rubies: Estimated 4cts 60pcs Diamonds: Estimated 0.50ct TW I/J/K SI2-I1
Category

2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

1.30 Carat Heart Ruby and Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Nothing says "I Love You" like this Beautiful Heart and Diamond Necklace! Centering a 1.30 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian Burma No Heat Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
of unheated Burmese rubies and antique cut white diamonds. The rubies weigh 2.00 carats in total
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18 Ct Natural Ruby Briolette & 8 Ct Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Estate Necklace showcases a collection of 13 Natural Ruby Briolettes, totaling
Category

Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate Multi-Color Yellow Gold Sapphire, Rubies, Emerald Cabochons Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
in length. -Multi-Color Yellow Gold Estate Necklace -8 Sapphires, 7 Rubies & 7 Emerald Cabochons -22
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Ruby and Diamond Cross, Hand set with Rubies, approx. 4.30tcw and
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

10kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace 17.5 In, 1.75cttw Rubies, .05cttw Diamond
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
10kt Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Necklace 17.5 In, 1.75cttw Rubies, .05cttw Diamond. This is a
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2010s Taiwanese Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Red Carpet Diamond Ruby and Sapphire Gold Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Diamond weighing approx. 0.14 Carat and a Sapphire and Synthetic Ruby on either side. Suspended from a 18
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Late 20th Century Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Rubys, Silver & 18K Gold Butterfly Necklace
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Diamonds, Ruby, Silver & 18K Gold Butterfly Necklace MATERIALS ◘ Necklace Weight: 0.62 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

18K Yellow Gold 6.50ct Diamond and Ruby Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This dramatic dual-strand necklace is a luxurious showpiece that will continually impress. Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Starfish Design Pendant Suspended on Link Chain Gold Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Pendant Necklace featuring a Ruby and Diamond Starfish design, approx. 4.54tcw inter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold 7.87ct Diamond and Ruby Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
diamonds.Offered in estate condition, this 18K Yellow Gold 7.87 ct Diamond and 12.85 ct Ruby Y-Shaped Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace- His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace to His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate Qaboos bin Said
Category

20th Century French Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Asprey Co Necklace Pearls 10ct Diamonds, 3.6ct Heart NH Ruby, Estate Sultan Oman
By Asprey London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Asprey Co London Gorgeous Necklace 3 Rows Pearls, 10 ct. Diamonds, 3.6 ct. Heart Shaped No Heat
Category

20th Century British Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2ct Diamond Mouse Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
upward. Set with an estimated 2 carats of shimmering diamonds to the body and a ruby set eye. The bale
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Pendant GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby & Diamonds, Estate
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18kt Yellow Gold pendant Set with GRS Certified 10 ct. Ruby and Diamonds , Estate His
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Art Deco Inspired Tutti Frutti, Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning estate piece is Designed in the art deco Tutti Frutti style. This pendant necklace
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Ruby Large Key Pendant Necklace in Polished Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Tiffany & Co. diamond and ruby key pendant is an elegant work of art. Made from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Cluster Diamond and Ruby Round Convertible Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
From our estate jewelry collection, this unique and stylish round shaped pendant features a floral
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace & Earring Suite 35Ct Natural Ruby No Heat & Black & White Diamond 18KWG
Located in New York, NY
Necklace & Earring Suite 35 Ct Natural Ruby No Heat & Black & White Diamond 18KWG This Large eye
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Designer Lagos Diamond & Ruby Brooch& Pearls Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, Antique
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Ruby Brooch & Pearls Necklace. This antique necklace boasts exceptional craftsmanship and a
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

The Estee Lauder Van Cleef & Arpels Important Retro Ruby Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Retro Ruby, Diamond Necklace. An 18k yellow gold and platinum necklace, set with
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Vintage 1950s French Retro More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Adler Genève Set 18k Gold Necklace, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Adler Genève Set 18k Gold Necklace, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Vivid Red Ruby, 37 Carat Diamonds
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold 14.5 Carat Natural Diamond & Ruby Sapphire Emerald Cabochon Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A Magnificent 14.50 Carat Natural Colorless Round Brilliant Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire and Emerald
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Vintage 1980s North American Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Fine GIA Natural Saltwater Pearl Ruby Diamond Edwardian Platinum Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Quintessential Edwardian GIA Natural Saltwater PEARL, Unheated RUBY & DIAMOND la Belle Époque Bow
Category

Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold 4.0ct Diamond and Burma Heated Ruby Necklace MF31-012324
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Heated Ruby center stone serves as a stunning focal point.This jewelry piece is offered in estate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set In 18 K Gold Beautiful Necklace This Necklace
Category

1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, sapphires, emeralds, rubies and very well color matched, very high color graded diamonds. The necklace
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...

Vintage Pearl and 23 Carat Ruby Strand Turquoise and Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diverse jewellery and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive vintage necklace has
Category

1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Choker Necklace 27ct. Rubies & 23ct. 676° Marquise Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt. Yellow Gold Choker necklace With 27 ct. Rubies and 36 ct. Marquise Cut Diamonds
Category

20th Century European Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Inspired Diamond 2.20 Carat and Ruby 1.10 Carat Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning estate piece is Designed in the Art Deco style and is beautifully made with lots of
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

400 Ct , 6 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 18K Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 400 Ct , 6 Layer Natural Emerald Ruby & Sapphire Bead Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Diamond

275 Ct , 8 Layer Natural Faceted Ruby Bead Necklace 14K Yellow Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 275 Ct , 8 Layer Natural Ruby Bead Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Clasp
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire

GIA Certified 140 Ct Burma Ruby, Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Necklace Suite 18KWG
Located in New York, NY
Presenting GIA Certified an opulent blend of vintage charm and luxury, this collar necklace is
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond and Ruby Open Heart Pendant Necklace Set in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
necklace is the perfect addition to any fine jewelry collection. This piece is in very good estate
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Bezel Set Diamond and Ruby Station Necklace Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning chain station necklace features alternating diamond and ruby bezel stations set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 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
Category

20th Century Swiss Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

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Diamond Ruby Necklace Estate Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 291 antique edition and 113 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but LB Exclusive, Roberto Coin and Adler each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 274, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 oval cut and cabochon alternatives. Finding an option in this array of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 80 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond Ruby Necklace Estate Jewelry?

The price for a piece of diamond ruby necklace estate jewelry starts at $350 and tops out at $975,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,615.

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.