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NWT $36, 500 18KT Fancy Large 5.50CTS Outstanding Fancy Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 5.50CTS of Beautiful Fancy Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Certified 83.00 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
certified 25.00 carat yellow diamond pear shape drop diamond. The necklace is set with an array of pear and
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 69.00 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
diamonds starting at 3.00 Carats and slowly graduating smaller. All of the diamonds are Gia certified
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond

NWT $124, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Huge Black Tahitian Pearl Fancy Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 19 Magnificent 12MM High Luster Large AA-AAA BLACK
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Mark Broumand 6.11 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This breathtakingly beautiful diamond necklace features a whimsical floral design of pear shaped
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2010s More Necklaces

NWT $105, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Large South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of Beautiful OUTSTANDING MAGNIFICENT HIGH LUSTER 23
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 32.03 Carat Fancy Pear Marquise Shaped Diamond Tiara Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This astounding 32.03 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Diamond bespoke Necklace features 17 Pear Brilliant
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold

NWT $33, 500 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Graduate Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of a Gorgeous Array of Fancy Graduated with Diamonds!!! T.C.W
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $99, 000 18KT Fancy Large Glittering Fancy Graduate Diamond Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of a Gorgeous Array of Fancy Graduated with Diamonds!!! T.C.W
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $137, 500 18KT Gold Important Fancy 25CT Elaborate Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Elaborate Fancy Diamond Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $198, 000 18KT Gold Important Fancy 31.50CT Elaborate Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Elaborate Fancy Diamond Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $139, 500 18KT Gold Important Fancy Flower Floral Elaborate Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT White Gold Elaborate Fancy Diamond Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $435, 962 Rare 18KT Gorgeous Glittering Fancy Diamond 61 Carat Mesh Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 61CTS of Beautiful Glittering
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Fancy Diamond Necklace 5pc- Fancy Diamond 0.24ct 1pc-Diamond 0.04ct Cleaning: Please do not use
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2010s Russian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

NWT $118, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Drape Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl Fancy Diamond Necklace. This Magnificent Necklace is comprised of Rare Fine Large AA-AAA
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $299, 398 Rare Fancy 18 Karat Gold Gorgeous 30ct Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 30CTS of Beautiful Glittering
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $366, 747 Rare Fancy 18 Karat Gold Gorgeous 40 Carat Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 40CTS of Beautiful Glittering
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT $75, 850 Gorgeous 18KT South Sea Golden Pearl Fancy Cognac Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl and Fancy Diamond Necklace. Necklace is comprised of 15 Beautiful Magnificent High
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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

AGI CERT $450, 000 18KT Gold Magnificent Important Conch Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
and Fancy Diamond Necklace. This Gorgeous Necklace features Large Gorgeous Conch Pearls with Shades of
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

$78, 000 GAL Certified 18KT Gold AA-AAA Large South Sea Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Fancy Diamond Necklace. This Spectacular Necklace contains 42 Large 11-12.6MM AA-AAA Rare
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

11.8ctw Natural Radiant Cut Yellow Fancy Color 5.80ct White Diamonds Necklace
Located in Aventura, FL
This Natural Radiant Cut with Fancy Diamonds Necklace Features 11.8ctw of Yellow Radiant Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NWT $60, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Golden Pearl Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl and Fancy Diamond Necklace. Bracelet is comprised of 31 Beautiful Magnificent High
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Vivid Diamonds 26.03 Carat GIA Graded Fancy Color Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent platinum necklace composed of 4 GIA graded natural fancy yellow and brown round
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21st Century and Contemporary American More Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 1.05 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds necklace crafted in 18 karat gold, showcasing a GIA Certified Fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds necklace crafted in 18 karat gold, showcasing a GIA Certified Fancy Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

NO RESERVE! 4.70Ct Fancy Diamond & 0.55Ct Diamond 14 kt. Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm necklace Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Mix Shapes Carat
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 3.51 Carat Fancy Pink Diamonds 14K White Gold Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
One of a kind magnificent light pink diamonds necklace, one of the rarest and most sought after
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

80.81 Carat GIA Certified Fancy Intense Yellow and White Diamond Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational diamond necklace finely crafted in Platinum and 18 karat yellow gold, featuring Fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

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

NO RESERVE! 1.56 Carat Fancy Pink Diamonds 14K White Gold Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This enchanting necklace features a pendant adorned with 1.56 carats of natural colored pink
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 10.67 Cttw Fancy Diamonds 14K White Gold Necklace & Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Length: 42 cm necklace and 4.5 cm pendant Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Multiple
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 2.30Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stones: Natural Diamonds Weight: 2.30 ct / 134 stones Color: Fancy Light Pink Clarity: VS-SI
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 2.45Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stones: Natural Diamonds Weight: 2.45 ct / 156 stones Color: Light Pink Clarity: VS-SI Shape
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE - 5.02ct Fancy Diamond & 0.70cttw Halo, 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
** In Hong Kong and the USA the VAT is 0%. Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Cushion
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.50 Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.50 carat Color: Light Pink
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.50 Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.50 carat Color: Light Pink
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.81 Carats Fancy Intense Yellow Heart Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Hand Made Necklace. The pendant is 18K yellow and white gold. The center stone is a FANCY
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 1...

GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.52ct fancy yellow diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Yellow Diamond Necklace
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and important yellow diamond necklace with yellow diamond drop. 31.86 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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

1.30 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
Discover the Elegance of a Timeless Diamond Solitaire Necklace This exquisite necklace showcases a
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2010s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Yellow Diamond Lariat Tennis Necklace
By M&V Vanguard Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Yellow Diamond Lariat Tennis Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Center stone: 5.02ct Fancy Yellow
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2010s American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A delightfully decadent natural yellow diamond necklace artfully crafted of white and yellow gold
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

23 Carat Fancy Color Diamond Floral Necklace
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
fancy color diamonds in shades of green, blue, pink, yellow, and orange. A one of a kind necklace, that
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2010s Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

44 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
features 55 vibrant Fancy Yellow cushion-cut diamond center stones, with a total diamond weight of 44.08
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Bar Necklace with Fancy Colored Shield Diamond
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond bar necklace with fancy colored shield-shaped diamond in 18k yellow gold.
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Fancy Color Diamond Gold Necklace
By Gubelin
Located in Lucerne, CH
Beautiful necklace in redgold 750 manufactured by famous Swiss Jeweler Gübelin. All three fancy
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Natural Fancy Color Diamond Snake Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique Victorian Yellow Gold Snake Necklace with Fourteen Natural Fancy Color Diamonds. Each
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Early 20th Century Unknown More Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, Yellow Gold

Fancy Coloured Diamond and Fancy Shape Diamond by the Yard Necklace
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
Fancy Colour and Fancy Shape Diamond Necklace is the perfect accessory for the sophisticated, fashion
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

GIA Certified Fancy Orangey Pink Diamond Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
Diamond Necklace. This stunning necklace features 15.10ctw natural fancy and white colored diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Platinum

2 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Necklace
By Rare Colors
Located in New York, NY
2.19 Carat Total Weight 2.00 Carat Center Diamond Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Clarity GIA Certified
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Fancy pink diamond necklace pear-cut with natural diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Fancy Pink Diamond necklace with white diamonds A waterfall of diamonds in this white gold necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Fancy Pink Diamond & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K White Gold Fancy Pink Diamond & Diamond Pendant Necklace 1 Fancy Pink Diamond - 0.06 CT
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, White Gold

1.65 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your collection with this elegant 1.65 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace. Set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Fancy Cushion-cut Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Carats : 1 Carat Diamond Clarity : VS Diamond Color : F-G Necklace Length : 14 Inches Chain : Cable Chain
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2010s American Modern Necklace Enhancers

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

45 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Riviera Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Rome, IT
our exquisite Yellow Diamond Tennis Necklace, crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and featuring a stunning
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2010s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.75 Carat Fancy Colored Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous Fancy Cognac Colored Diamond Necklace Featuring 14 Mix Cut Fancy Colored Diamonds Set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

4.75 Carat Fancy Colored Diamond Gold Necklace
4.75 Carat Fancy Colored Diamond Gold Necklace
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GIA Certified 2.00ct Fancy Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, US
the 2.00 carat yellow diamond is Fancy Yellow color and SI1 clarity
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Gold

Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Pendent
Located in New York, NY
This Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that features a beautiful
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1990s Indian Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

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

Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Pendent
Flower Shaped Fancy Diamond Pendent
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NWT $24, 500 18KT Fancy Large Glittering 8.50CTS Fancy Brown Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Brown Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 8.50CTS of Beautiful Fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Fancy Slice Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning fancy natural diamond necklace is handmade in 18K gold and 10.8 carats of diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Necklace Fancy Diamonds
By AENEA Jewellery
Located in Salzburg, AT
; Yellow Gold 750 This beautiful necklace is handcrafted in Yellow Gold and Platinum with fancy diamonds
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2010s Austrian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Fancy Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact fancy diamond necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 81 vintage editions and 445 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect fancy diamond necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing fancy diamond necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Roman Malakov, Beyond Fine Jewelry and Mark Broumand each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also pear cut and cushion cut versions for sale. Most of our fancy diamond necklace for sale are for women, but there are 175 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Fancy Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a fancy diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $420 and can go as high as $3,600,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $10,344.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Fancy Diamond Necklace
  • A fancy diamond is a diamond that exhibits a significant amount of color to be classified in a different category other than the D-Z color range. The diamond falls in a particular category based on it's color intensity. Below is the different categories for fancy colored diamonds: 1. Fancy Light 2. Fancy 3. Fancy Intense 4. Fancy Vivid Fancy diamond could also mean a fancy cut diamond. This means that it is a diamond that is not round cut. It can be an asscher, emerald, oval, princess, radiant, trillion, etc.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    A fancy yellow diamond is a rare subset of the most common kind of diamonds known as the Cape Series, or type 1a. These diamonds have more traces of nitrogen in their crystal structure when compared to colorless diamonds. A fancy light-yellow diamond is valued at about $3,500 per carat. Find an array of fancy yellow diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Fancy white diamonds are dazzling opaque white diamonds. They have a translucent appearance that is similar to white moonstone. They contain minute particles that scatter light and cause the stone to look somewhat turbid white. Find a wide variety of fancy white diamond jewelry on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A brown diamond is also known as a champagne diamond or a chocolate diamond if the hue is deep enough. Chocolate diamonds are known for their distinctive color and coveted for their unique look. Shop a collection of brown, champagne and chocolate diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Fancy yellow diamonds are diamonds that exhibit a deep, intense yellow hue, as opposed to a dull or light-yellow tinge that can be considered a negative in diamonds. These fancy yellow diamonds are graded anywhere from fancy intense to fancy vivid on the GIA color scale. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage yellow diamond jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The cost of a diamond necklace can range quite a bit depending on material, craftsmanship, quality, and condition. On 1stDibs.com, you can shop a variety of diamond necklaces at a range of prices. Browse contemporary and antique necklaces starting at $125.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Diamond tennis necklaces remain popular even as trends change from season to season. This style of accessory is luxurious, nostalgic, wearable everyday and delights the eye with its sparkle. Plus, the tennis chain is versatile. It can coordinate with both casual and dressy attire and be worn alone or layered. Explore a variety of diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Tiffany diamond necklaces are dazzling and covetable pieces of jewelry. Tiffany & Co. is one of the most prominent purveyors of luxury goods in the United States, and has long been an important arbiter of style in the design of necklaces as well as diamond engagement rings. When a jewelry enthusiast mentions “the Tiffany Diamond,” this refers to the 128.54 yellow-carat Tiffany Diamond, which was found in the Kimberley diamond mines in South Africa in 1877. This jewel was worn by pop music icon Beyoncé in a 2021 ad campaign. The estimated value of the Tiffany Diamond in 2019 was $30 million. Shop a range of antique and vintage Tiffany diamond necklaces on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    What a diamond heart necklace means is largely a matter of personal interpretation. Most people associate the heart shape with love. As a result, giving a person a heart necklace is often a way of expressing that you love them. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of diamond heart necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether a diamond necklace is a good gift is largely a matter of preference. However, diamonds offer timeless appeal, and with respect to styles, all kinds of diamond necklaces have been made over the years, which means you’ll have a lot of options when it comes to shopping for a gift. 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. They are the hardest gemstones, and 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. Shop a selection of diamond necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, some Vivienne Westwood necklaces are real diamonds. However, the luxury jewelry brand also uses other materials, like glass and acrylic rhinestones, in some pieces. Generally, necklaces from the company’s fine jewelry collection are more likely to feature real diamonds than those from Vivienne Westwood's fashion jewelry line. Shop a selection of Vivienne Westwood jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    The best way to tell if a diamond tennis necklace is real is to hire a licensed appraiser to evaluate it. While you can perform tests like seeing if fog dissipates quickly after breathing on it, it's generally not possible to verify for certain that diamonds are real on your own. You'll find a range of expertly vetted diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, you can generally wear a diamond tennis necklace every day. Due to the small size of the stones, tennis necklaces can complement casual attire as easily as they can dressier ensembles. However, you should remove your necklace before you shower and when you're exercising, playing sports and doing other activities that could damage your jewelry. Find a collection of diamond tennis necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, men can wear a diamond tennis necklace. Since there are no hard-and-fast rules when it comes to men's jewelry, you're free to sport anything that you find appealing. Pete Davidson, Drake and Timothée Chalamet are just some of the famous men who have been spotted wearing tennis chains. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    There is no single best setting for a diamond tennis necklace. You can find tennis chains with both prong and bezel settings, and both types can keep diamonds secure when they are well crafted. The biggest difference is that full bezel settings encircle the gemstones, while prongs hug the stones with three or four metal elements, leaving most of their edges visible. Feel free to choose the type of setting that appeals most to you. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of diamond tennis necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, you can wear diamond stud earrings with a pearl necklace. The elegant combination is fashionable for everything from a day at the office to Sunday brunch to a night on the town. To create a bold look, try pairing large diamond studs with a single strand of pearls or a dramatic multi-strand pearl necklace with smaller stud earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of diamond stud earrings and pearl necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    There is no set number of diamonds on a 16-inch tennis necklace. The number of diamonds that make up a tennis chain often depends on the size of the gemstones. Generally, the larger the diamonds are, the fewer there are on a tennis necklace. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of tennis necklaces.