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Heart Shaped Multi Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Heart Shaped Multi Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold

Heart Shaped Multi Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Suspended from a delicate chain, the pendant sits gracefully at the neckline, drawing the eye with its timeless, sentimental shape. Crafted in white gold, the setting has a clean, p...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Grey Oval Moonstone Mesh Woven Necklace
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Grey Oval Moonstone Mesh Woven Necklace

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Grey Oval Moonstone Mesh Woven Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Blue Aqua Cross Rectangle Openwork Row Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Blue Aqua Cross Rectangle Openwork Row Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Blue Aqua Cross Rectangle Openwork Row Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Victorian Sterling Silver Carnelian Stag Heraldic Desk Fob Seal Circa 1890
Victorian Sterling Silver Carnelian Stag Heraldic Desk Fob Seal Circa 1890

Victorian Sterling Silver Carnelian Stag Heraldic Desk Fob Seal Circa 1890

Located in Honolulu, HI

Surmounting the ornately chased silver base is a masterfully sculpted figure of a leaping stag beside a stylized tree trunk—a classic Victorian motif symbolizing nobility, grace, and...

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Antique 1870s British Late Victorian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Red Ruby Diamond Ribbed Omega Gold Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Red Ruby Diamond Ribbed Omega Gold Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Red Ruby Diamond Ribbed Omega Gold Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1961 GROSSE Gold Purple Amethyst Oval Pearl Mesh Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage 1961 GROSSE Gold Purple Amethyst Oval Pearl Mesh Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage 1961 GROSSE Gold Purple Amethyst Oval Pearl Mesh Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage Large Unisex Textured Gold Round Polygon Crystal Pendant
Givenchy Vintage Large Unisex Textured Gold Round Polygon Crystal Pendant

Givenchy Vintage Large Unisex Textured Gold Round Polygon Crystal Pendant

By Givenchy

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1940s Vintage Rare White Beads Pearls Crystals Layers Necklace
Crown Trifari 1940s Vintage Rare White Beads Pearls Crystals Layers Necklace

Crown Trifari 1940s Vintage Rare White Beads Pearls Crystals Layers Necklace

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1940s American Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1985 Massive Door Knocker Catwalk Exquisite 2 Set
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1985 Massive Door Knocker Catwalk Exquisite 2 Set

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage 1985 Massive Door Knocker Catwalk Exquisite 2 Set

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Contemplating Quantum Silver & Black Opal Necklace by 6 Elements Studio
Contemplating Quantum Silver & Black Opal Necklace by 6 Elements Studio

Contemplating Quantum Silver & Black Opal Necklace by 6 Elements Studio

Located in Geneve, CH

At the pineal gland, a single black opal glows like an inner star, evoking the third eye, the hidden gate between worlds. Along the arch of her inner universe, black opals appear in...

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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Opal, Silver

14K Tri-Color Gold Star Charms Necklace 16" #25216
14K Tri-Color Gold Star Charms Necklace 16" #25216

14K Tri-Color Gold Star Charms Necklace 16" #25216

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Tri-Color Gold Star Charms on a Yellow Gold Necklace Playful 14k tri-color star charms suspended on a yellow gold necklace, featuring a mix of yellow, white, and rose gold tones...

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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Disc Necklace in 14kt Gold with Black Rhodium Plating - 0.18ctw Diamonds
Diamond Disc Necklace in 14kt Gold with Black Rhodium Plating - 0.18ctw Diamonds

Diamond Disc Necklace in 14kt Gold with Black Rhodium Plating - 0.18ctw Diamonds

Located in West Hempstead, NY

Features: Luxurious Diamonds: The necklace features 0.18 carats of GH color, VS/SI clarity natural round single cut diamonds, offering a brilliant sparkle that catches the eye. Uniqu...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

TAT Vintage Rare Gold Large Oval Citrine Octagon Black Enamel Crystals Pendant
TAT Vintage Rare Gold Large Oval Citrine Octagon Black Enamel Crystals Pendant

TAT Vintage Rare Gold Large Oval Citrine Octagon Black Enamel Crystals Pendant

By Gucci

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Silver Strands Logo Square Diamond 2 Set
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Silver Strands Logo Square Diamond 2 Set

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Silver Strands Logo Square Diamond 2 Set

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1958 GROSSE Gold Layers Strands Snake Choker Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage 1958 GROSSE Gold Layers Strands Snake Choker Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage 1958 GROSSE Gold Layers Strands Snake Choker Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Swarovski Sparkling Crystals Circle Round White Pearl Circle Pendant 2 Set
Swarovski Sparkling Crystals Circle Round White Pearl Circle Pendant 2 Set

Swarovski Sparkling Crystals Circle Round White Pearl Circle Pendant 2 Set

By Swarovski

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior by John Galliano Iconic Citrine Gold Layers Tassel Fringe 2 Set
Christian Dior by John Galliano Iconic Citrine Gold Layers Tassel Fringe 2 Set

Christian Dior by John Galliano Iconic Citrine Gold Layers Tassel Fringe 2 Set

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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1990s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1997 Masai Gold Beads Coil Five Strands Necklace
CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1997 Masai Gold Beads Coil Five Strands Necklace

CHRISTIAN DIOR John Galliano 1997 Masai Gold Beads Coil Five Strands Necklace

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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1990s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Swarovski White Silver Long Large Knot Bow Ribbon Crystals Pendant Necklace
Swarovski White Silver Long Large Knot Bow Ribbon Crystals Pendant Necklace

Swarovski White Silver Long Large Knot Bow Ribbon Crystals Pendant Necklace

By Swarovski

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE Octagon Madeira Citrine Crystals Strands Necklace
Christian Dior GROSSE Octagon Madeira Citrine Crystals Strands Necklace

Christian Dior GROSSE Octagon Madeira Citrine Crystals Strands Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 15k Yellow Gold Agate Figa Hand Amulet Pendant
Vintage 15k Yellow Gold Agate Figa Hand Amulet Pendant

Vintage 15k Yellow Gold Agate Figa Hand Amulet Pendant

Located in New York, NY

The sculpted hand depicts the traditional figa (mano fico) gesture—an ancient protective symbol associated with warding off the evil eye, promoting strength, fertility, and good fort...

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold

Swarovski Clear Round Crystals Dangle Floating Y Chain Silver Long Necklace
Swarovski Clear Round Crystals Dangle Floating Y Chain Silver Long Necklace

Swarovski Clear Round Crystals Dangle Floating Y Chain Silver Long Necklace

By Swarovski

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Art Nouveau Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1972 GROSSE Gold Interlocked Statement Snake Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage 1972 GROSSE Gold Interlocked Statement Snake Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage 1972 GROSSE Gold Interlocked Statement Snake Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1960s Double Strand Plastic Faux Coral Necklace
1960s Double Strand Plastic Faux Coral Necklace

1960s Double Strand Plastic Faux Coral Necklace

Located in London, GB

It fastens with a hook-and-eye clasp. This necklace is in excellent vintage condition.

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Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Vintage 14K Gold 3D Sailboat Charm Pendant Detailed Nautical Junk Boat 1.1g
Vintage 14K Gold 3D Sailboat Charm Pendant Detailed Nautical Junk Boat 1.1g

Vintage 14K Gold 3D Sailboat Charm Pendant Detailed Nautical Junk Boat 1.1g

Located in Addison, TX

The charm remains attractive with strong detail and good overall eye appeal. Missing jump ring as shown. Please review all photographs carefully for condition details.

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Tourmaline Parrot Head Pendant
Pink Tourmaline Parrot Head Pendant

Pink Tourmaline Parrot Head Pendant

By Diane Griswold Johnston

Located in Cohasset, MA

Hand carved pink tourmaline parrot head with delicately feathered detail (by Master Idar-Oberstein carver) onyx beak and hand painted crystal eye. Set in hand crafted bezel feather d...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Crystal, Onyx, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Angela Caputi Neon Pink Fluorescent Multi-Strand Choker Necklace
Angela Caputi Neon Pink Fluorescent Multi-Strand Choker Necklace

Angela Caputi Neon Pink Fluorescent Multi-Strand Choker Necklace

By Angela Caputi

Located in Atlanta, GA

Please note: The image has been carefully color‑corrected to reflect what the human eye actually sees. Standard camera and phone lenses cannot capture this unique chromatic phenomeno...

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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Emerald Platinum Vintage Sailfish Pendant Charm
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Emerald Platinum Vintage Sailfish Pendant Charm

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Emerald Platinum Vintage Sailfish Pendant Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized sailfish with fanning dorsal fins Channel set with calibré cut sapphires on fins Weighing approximately 0.70 carat total Pavé set with single cut diamonds thro...

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Christian Dior Vintage GROSSE Gold Braided Rope Long Chain Versatile Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage GROSSE Gold Braided Rope Long Chain Versatile Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage GROSSE Gold Braided Rope Long Chain Versatile Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Blue Lapis Cabochon Gold Ribbed Statement Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Blue Lapis Cabochon Gold Ribbed Statement Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Blue Lapis Cabochon Gold Ribbed Statement Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gold Masai Coil Long Statement Necklace
Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gold Masai Coil Long Statement Necklace

Christian Dior John Galliano Vintage Gold Masai Coil Long Statement Necklace

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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1990s French Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Contemporary 1.50 CTW Citrine Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Drop Necklace
Contemporary 1.50 CTW Citrine Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Drop Necklace

Contemporary 1.50 CTW Citrine Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Drop Necklace

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a double strand of cable link chain suspending a fanning drop pendant Comprised of fanning motif and drop with marquise and briolette cut citrines Weighing approximately ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 2.02 Cts Diamond Multi-Strand Cascade Pendant Necklace
14K White Gold 2.02 Cts Diamond Multi-Strand Cascade Pendant Necklace

14K White Gold 2.02 Cts Diamond Multi-Strand Cascade Pendant Necklace

Located in Antwerp, BE

Generously set with sparkling round brilliant diamonds arranged in shimmering vertical drops to elongate the neckline beautifully. An eye-catching statement piece perfect for red-car...

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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

79.26 Carats Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
79.26 Carats Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace

79.26 Carats Platinum Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Measuring 16 inches in length, the necklace sits gracefully around the neckline, with the graduated construction drawing the eye naturally toward the impressive center stones.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14K Rose Gold Round Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant
14K Rose Gold Round Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant

14K Rose Gold Round Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant

Located in Antwerp, BE

The delicate heart outline is meticulously set with a shimmering row of round brilliant-cut diamonds, creating a continuous circle of light that catches the eye with every movement. ...

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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Crown Trifari 1950s Gold Rare Gripoix Oval Emerald Light Green Chunky Necklace
Crown Trifari 1950s Gold Rare Gripoix Oval Emerald Light Green Chunky Necklace

Crown Trifari 1950s Gold Rare Gripoix Oval Emerald Light Green Chunky Necklace

By Alfred Philippe for Trifari

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage White Gold 1.11ct Sapphire and Diamond Wing Necklace
Vintage White Gold 1.11ct Sapphire and Diamond Wing Necklace

Vintage White Gold 1.11ct Sapphire and Diamond Wing Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The design features delicately curved, tapering wings accented with sparkling diamonds that draw the eye toward the richly colored sapphire drop. Suspended from a fine white gold cha...

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE Gold Gripoix Diamond Ruby Emerald Statement Omega Necklace
Christian Dior GROSSE Gold Gripoix Diamond Ruby Emerald Statement Omega Necklace

Christian Dior GROSSE Gold Gripoix Diamond Ruby Emerald Statement Omega Necklace

By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Baroque Heart Love Knot Openwork Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Baroque Heart Love Knot Openwork Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Baroque Heart Love Knot Openwork Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Ideal for a splendid gift or an eye-catching jewellery for your everyday outfit.

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Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

6.32 Ct Natural SI/H Mixed Diamond Line Necklace 18K White Gold
6.32 Ct Natural SI/H Mixed Diamond Line Necklace 18K White Gold

6.32 Ct Natural SI/H Mixed Diamond Line Necklace 18K White Gold

By Spectrum Jewels

Located in Deira, Dubai

That one solitaire pear breaks up the repetition of the marquise line and gives the eye somewhere to land, while the fine prong-set gallery keeps the piece feeling delicate rather th...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 2.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Pendant
Steven Battelle 2.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Pendant

Steven Battelle 2.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Pendant

By Steven Battelle

Located in Soquel, CA

Crafted by a master village artisan, this combination of textures and colors really attracts the eye. Please NOTE the size relative to the dime.

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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 9ct Gold Heart Pendant Flush Gypsy Set
Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 9ct Gold Heart Pendant Flush Gypsy Set

Australian Crystal Opal Diamond 9ct Gold Heart Pendant Flush Gypsy Set

Located in SYDNEY, AU

It hangs from a classic bail that is further accented with another glowing Coober Pedy opal, completing this unique and eye-catching design. A truly captivating piece for any opal l...

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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

2.20 Carats F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Yankees Logo Pendant 18K White Gold
2.20 Carats F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Yankees Logo Pendant 18K White Gold

2.20 Carats F/VS1 Round Brilliant Diamonds Yankees Logo Pendant 18K White Gold

By Nikabell fine Jewels

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Selected for exceptional brilliance and uniform sparkle, the diamonds create a radiant and eye-catching statement. Crafted in 18K white gold, the pendant offers a sleek and contempor...

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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Eye Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of eye necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 191 vintage examples as well as 253 contemporary versions. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of eye necklaces made by Contemporary jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Clarissa Bronfman, Van Cleef & Arpels and Karen Sugarman Designs are consistently popular. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 159, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, bead and brilliant cut eye necklaces for sale. When shopping our range of eye necklaces, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Eye Necklaces?

On average, eye necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $2,419, while they’re typically $149 on the low end and $90,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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

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

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

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

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

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