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Brilliant White Diamond Platinum Yellow Gold Tiny Fly Necklace, Pedro Boregaard
By Pedro Boregaard
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiny Fly Necklace hand-fabricated by award-winning jewelry maker Pedro Boregaard featuring handmade
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2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces

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

ECJ Collection 18k White Gold 0.57ctw Diamond "Dragon Fly" Necklace
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
"Dragon Fly" Pendant Necklace Diamond: 0.57ctw Reference number: ECJ02486
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold filled Mother of Pearl Abalone Dragon fly Necklace with natural zircon
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Our Gold Filled Mother of Pearl Dragonfly Necklace is more than just a piece of jewelry—it's a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold-filled

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Outstanding necklace from the Victorian period, comes completed with Pearl chain, possibly
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
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H 2.17 in W 1.46 in L 23.63 in
18k Golden and steel collar with fly pendant, nature necklace
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
Necklace with Pendant Fly, 18K and Surgical Steel ·Flexible steel necklace with clasp of yellow
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, White Gold

Golden Chain Necklace with Fly Pendant White Diamonds Full Pavé, 18K
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
Fine Chain Necklace Yellow & White Gold 18K, Fly on Fly Pendant Yellow Gold 18K Full pavé White
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

Victorian Mourning Pendant Necklace, Garnet, Diamond Fly, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and rare antique, Victorian era mourning pendant and necklace. Made up from luscious
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14kt/Sterling Diamond, Opal, Emerald, + Ruby Fly Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous fly pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold and topped
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Yellow Gold "Fly" Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Fly Pendant is made of 9K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver but it is available also in 14K and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Fres...

Flexible Chain necklace with Big Fly pendant, 18K white gold with steel, nature
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
Fine Gold Fly Chain Necklace in White Gold, 18K and yellow gold extension with iconic brand
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Steel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Askew London Gold Plated Crystal Bee Pendant with Fly and Flower Link Necklace
By Askew London
Located in London, GB
pendant with crystals. The bee is on a lovely brass fly and flower link chain necklace. Measuring necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary English Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
Located in Stamford, CT
which sits a three dimensional rock crystal fly, complete in detail with engraved wings and gold
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Antique 1870s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
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H 2.5 in W 1.25 in
Baroque Pearls White Black Diamonds Garnets Rose Gold Silver Fly Clasp Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Gorgeous multi-strand necklace composed by two white baroque
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Vintage 1960s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Fly Fishing Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
fishing for new clothes - this striking sterling silver fishing fly pendant is the perfect catch! Hand
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Diamonds Yellow Topaz Garnet Rose Gold Silver Fly Shape Clasp Red Coral Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Unique red coral multi-strand necklace composed by five red
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Vintage 1950s Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

20th Century Ruby Emerald Diamond Gold Fly Locket
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A beautiful gemset 18k gold rock crystal locket, the cover applied with an articulated gold fly
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 18KT DIAMOND PENDENT 1.39ct FLY VS2 PENDANT
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18KT DIAMOND PENDENT 1.39ct FLY VS2 PENDANT Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Pearl, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Fly Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fashion fly pendant in 14 kt white gold structure mounted
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Hematite Ruby Pearl Fly Bug Insect Pendant Victorian Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Victorian Fly, Beetle, Insect Pendant Necklace
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Hematite, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Antique Victorian Labradorite Diamonds Fly Bee Convertible Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
pendant brooch features a sweet fly. This one is made in 18kt yellow gold and silver. It is adorned with 2
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Labradorite, 18k Gold, Silver

14 Karat Diamond Light Cognac Color "Dragon Fly" Pin or Pendant
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 karat Diamond light cognac color "Dragon Fly" Pin or Pendant, containing 10 round light cognac
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Rock Crystal Ruby Diamond Opal 18 Kt Gold Fly Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
with finest faceting details Making the back of a beautiful fly set with plenty of fire natural Opal
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Stephen Webster Fly by Night Black Opalescent Crystal Haze and Diamond Pendant
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
This delightful 'Fly By Night' Crystal Haze Small Pendant is handcrafted in timeless 18k white gold
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Black Diamond, Opal, Diamond, Quartz, Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...

Victorian 9ct Gold Miniature Amethyst Fob Seal with Carved Fly, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulously dainty and rare Victorian 9ct gold fob seal that has a masterfully carved fly insect
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Antique 1880s English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Rose Cut Diamond Bee Fly Insect Bug Pendant Brooch Antique 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful antique French Belle Epoque Bee Insect Brooch or Pendant set with Rose Cut Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The French Belle Epoque insect jewels are o...
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Butterfly Necklace
By Angely Martinez
Located in New York, NY
The Butterfly Necklace creates the illusion of a butterfly that is about to fly away, adding
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Butterfly Necklace
Butterfly Necklace
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W 1.06 in D 0.52 in L 1.81 in
Necklace with Insect, 18k and Surgical Steel, nature necklace
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
necklace or transform it into a more complex piece of jewelry by adding the fly. This is only possible with
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2010s Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Necklace with insect in white gold 18K
By ECH JEWELRY
Located in Barcelona, CT
color You can mount or dismount the Necklace Fly. The ECH surgical steel screwing system allows you to
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2010s Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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White Gold, Steel

24K Gold Plated Secret Garden Charm Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
on your wrist, let the butterfly, dragonfly, and bee fly and circle your neck in love and protection
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

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24k Gold, Gold Plate

Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
, Huginn and Muninn are a pair of ravens that fly all over the world, Midgard, and tell Odin everything
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Vermeil

Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
, Huginn and Muninn are a pair of ravens that fly all over the world, Midgard, and tell Odin everything
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Feather 14 Karat Gold Charm Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
of freedom because they are associated with wings and birds. Birds are free to fly and they
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold 0.80 Carat White Diamond Aquamarine Butterfly Pendent Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an enchanting pendant necklace handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Bead 0.80 Carat White Diamond Butterfly Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an enchanting pendant necklace handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow
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2010s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Butterfly Wings 0.80 Carat White Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an enchanting pendant necklace handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Chanel Necklace with imitation pearls and black Gripoix balls, signed 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Very rare Chanel necklace/Sautoir with black Gripoix glass balls from the house of Gripoix Paris
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1990s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold Plate

Butterfly Necklace 0.80 Karat White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine Drop
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection an enchanting pendant necklace handcrafted in 18 karats Yellow
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2010s Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace Gingko Leaves Opal Green Enamel Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
fly, the Meyle &Mayer's company's signature. Meyle & Mayer was founded in Pforzheim in 1889 and
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Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Silver, Enamel

Coral, Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Multi-Strand Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fantastic multi-strands necklace mounted with three strands
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Crystal Haze Pendant - 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl
By Stephen Webster
Located in London, GB
‘Fly By Night’ is a celebration of nocturnal winged creatures found within the darkest depths of
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Butterfly Collar in Citrine
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Fly Free Design: 4 dazzling butterflies alight delicately on this lightweight collar
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2010s North American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Butterfly Collar in Citrine
Butterfly Collar in Citrine
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W 5.5 in L 5.5 in
Vintage 14K Gold Enamel Ladybug Charm
Located in Venice, CA
our hands as they prepared to fly away. The charm is marked on the back with 14k and Germany. It
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14K  Gold Enamel Ladybug Charm
Vintage 14K  Gold Enamel Ladybug Charm
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H 0.44 in W 0.32 in
Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Dragonfly Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
silver dragonfly pendant will look stunning on your neck as it prepares to fly away! Attractively hand
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Eagle Ray Pendant, 18k White Gold, Blue Sapphires, Black and White Diamonds
Located in Hamburg, DE
0,50ct total. -Necklace is not included in the price. A spotted eagle ray's pattern is unique to each
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Native American Navajo Silver Dragonfly on Natural Leather
Located in New York, NY
Navajo Silver Dragonfly on natural leather cord Dragon Fly: Height: 85mm Width: 43mm Leather
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Late 20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Sybarite Jewellery Rocket Pendant 18K White Gold 3.09 Carats White Diamonds
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Fly me to the moon… An otherworldly piece for the stylish savant and space enthusiast alike. This
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Gold Mini Chalcedony Fob Seal with Carved Forget Me Not, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
condition commensurate with age and use. The amethyst is unshipped and the carved fly/insect remains in
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pegasus Diamond Ancient-Inspired Coin Pendant 0.02 ct, 24K Gold and Sterling
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Fly away with this beautifully contrasting mixed metal Pegasus coin style pendant inspired by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Ancient Greek 4th Century BCE Pegasus Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Pegasus and rode him first in his fight with the Chimera. Subsequently Bellerophon attempted to fly with
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

2.5 Carat Pavé Diamond Frog Pendant in White Gold on Chrome Diopside Bead Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
me a fly!" He's covered in 136 brilliant cut diamonds ranging in size from 0.005 carats to 0.06
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. GIA Certified Diamond Halo Earrings 6.47cts , FLY , VVS2
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
of diamond rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, and other fine jewelry. We create our jewelry from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond

Diana M. Platinum (FLY VS1) 10.01 ct cushion cut yellow diamond
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum and 18 kt yellow gold engagement ring featuring a center (FLY VS1) 10.01 ct cushion cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Three-Stone Rings

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Yellow Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 18 kt yellow gold wedding band featuring 15.38 cts tw of GIA cushions
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
all around (FLY VVS-VS), 14 stones Diana M is one-stop shop for all your jewelry shopping, carrying
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Wedding Rings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diana M.18 kt white and yellow gold ring featuring 10.94 cts tw of radiant
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white and yellow gold ring featuring 10.94 cts tw of radiant cut diamonds (FLY) surrounded by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Band Rings

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Yellow Gold

Original Vintage Travel Advertising Poster Caribbean BOAC Dance Airways Hayes
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel advertising poster for The Caribbean fly there by BOAC featuring a
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Vintage 1950s British Posters

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Paper

African statue Senoufo Horserider figure , Ivory Coast C 1950s
Located in Paris, FR
blocks. Perfect mastery of the sculptor in the harmonization of volumes. Necklaces of Corie shell and
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Mid-20th Century Ivorian Tribal Tribal Art

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Shell, Raffia, Acrylic, Wood, Carbon Fiber

Antique Bust of Cape Verde Island Native Woman, Colonial Portugal, ca. 1875
Located in New York, NY
, wearing a coral necklace and a bright headscarf was made in the last quarter of XIX Century; probably, on
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Antique 1870s Portuguese Rustic Busts

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Terracotta

French Late 19th Century Gem-Set Fly Locket
Located in London, GB
A French late 19th century gem-set fly locket, the thorax an old cushion-cut diamond estimated to
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Original Vintage Travel Advertising Poster Caribbean BOAC Dance Airways Hayes
Located in London, GB
Original vintage travel advertising poster for The Caribbean fly there by BOAC featuring a
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1950s More Prints

Materials

Paper

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Kaleidoscope Collar Necklace, Enamel and Crystal Motifs
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
statement necklace! Includes colorful star, fly, coral, art deco, unicorn, butterfly, bow, ladybug, and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Fly Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact fly 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 9k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 16 vintage or 13 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect fly necklace 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. Creating a fly necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Stephen Webster, Luigi Ferrara and Bibi van der Velden are consistently popular. While most can agree that any fly necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 18 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and single cut versions for sale. When shopping for a fly necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Fly Necklace?

The price for a fly necklace starts at $175 and tops out at $14,781 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,500.

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.