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Antique 18 Kt French Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
A very French necklace from the Art Nouveau period that is typical of French design of the era. It
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

Gold 18 kt and bone French choker necklace
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
closure. Elegant and sophisticated. The central medallion in 18 kt gold is outlined and balances the two
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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces

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Other, 18k Gold

Gold 18 kt and bone French  choker necklace
Gold 18 kt and bone French  choker necklace
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H 1.19 in W 12.21 in D 0.4 in Dm 12.21 in
Necklace in 18 Carat 18 KT Gold Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Drapery necklace in 18 carat white gold, sapphires and diamonds. It is composed of 21 floral motifs
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

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

Necklace in 18 Carat 18 KT Gold Emeralds and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Drapery necklace in 18 karat white gold, emeralds and diamonds. It is made up of 17 pompadour
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

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

Necklace in 18 Carat 18 KT Gold Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
each adorned with a central ruby ​​surrounded by diamonds. Setting in 18 kt white gold for the diamonds
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

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

Coral and Diamonds Necklace 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Coral and diamond brushed 18 kt Yellow gold necklace. It is composed of an 18 kt yellow gold chain
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Early 2000s Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernist Rare Avant-Garde Necklace 18 Kt Art Piece
Located in Napoli, IT
Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow and white gold Hallmarks: French import duty hallmarks Measures: total length
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Mid-20th Century European Modernist Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

Retro 18kt Yellow Gold French Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Retro 18kt French Necklace with Diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry that exudes elegance
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original 18 kt. White Gold Cartier Necklace From The Meli Melo Collection
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original 18 kt. White Gold Cartier Necklace From The Meli Melo Collection with Moonstone and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 18kt White Gold Heart Necklace with Black Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The French 18kt White Gold Heart Necklace with Black Diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry that
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link
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Antique 1830s French Victorian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sautoir Cadenas Long Necklace in 18 Kt Gold and Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Exceptional adjustable Cadenas Sautoir, long necklace in 18 kt white gold and
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi Strand Necklace 18 Kt Yellow Gold Amethyst Peridot Citrine
Located in Paris, FR
Eight row necklace in 18 kt yellow gold composed of amethysts, peridots, citrines. Citrine and
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Early 2000s European Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Virgin Mary 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow and platinum Hallmarks: French – engraved 22 Julio 1926 Gems: 25
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Necklace Three Gold 18 Kt Composed of Three Rows in Fall of Three Twists
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace three Gold 18 kt composed of three Rows in fall of three Twists. One cable in yellow gold
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Early 2000s French More Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1970 Modernist Twisted Links Long Sautoir Chain In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Modernist twisted links necklace sautoir made in France. A very unusual long necklace sautoir
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18kt Gold Trinity Round Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Cartier Trinity necklace is a classic and iconic piece of jewelry designed by the renowned
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Vintage 1980s French Choker Necklaces

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Gold

French 1960 Mid Century Necklace in 18Kt Gold with Tourmaline and Carvings
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant French Necklace with carved Gemstones A vintage mid-century piece made in france, back in
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Beautiful and very delicate necklace, created in England
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

French 1930 Art Deco Egyptian Revival Necklace 18Kt Gold with Cloisonne Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
French art deco Egyptian revival necklace. Fabulous and colorful piece, created in France during
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Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, White Gold, ...

French 1920 Art Deco Geometric Long Necklace Chain In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A French long necklace chain. Very handsome and useful long chain, made in France during the art
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Link Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross is a beautiful and classic piece of jewelry and a
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
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W 0.48 in L 0.91 in
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross" is a piece of jewelry and religious ornament that is
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
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W 1.11 in L 1.97 in
French 18kt Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The French 18kt Gold Cross with Diamonds is a beautiful and elegant piece of jewelry that combines
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

French 18kt Gold Cross with Diamonds
French 18kt Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.79 in D 0.08 in L 0.99 in
Cartier "Double Heart" Diamonds Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Cartier "Double Heart" Diamonds Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold is an exquisite piece of jewelry
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20th Century French Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold & Diamond .56ct Horse Head Choker Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace. The center of the necklace is set with 2 blackened gold
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Vintage 1980s French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18kt Rose and White Gold Crucifix
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
. Whether worn as a personal expression of faith or as a cherished gift, this French 18kt Rose and White
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

French 18kt Rose and White Gold Crucifix
French 18kt Rose and White Gold Crucifix
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W 0.91 in D 0.16 in L 1.66 in
French 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The French 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds is an elegant piece of jewelry. This cross
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
French 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.36 in L 0.91 in
Antique French Design 18kt Yellow Gold Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This antique french cross was made during the 50s. The cross is carved with leaf shapes to give a
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Mid-20th Century French Post-War Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Antique French Design 18kt Yellow Gold Cross
Antique French Design 18kt Yellow Gold Cross
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W 1.19 in L 2.21 in
Chaumet vintage 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace
By Chaumet
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Chaumet 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace adorned with three flower head
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Vintage 1950s French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross with Sapphire
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross with Sapphire Openwork" is a piece of jewelry that
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18Kt. Gold Boucheron Cinna Pampilles Necklace 4.8 Ct & Briolette Cut Diamonds
By Boucheron
Located in Antwerp, BE
. Material: 18 kt. White gold Measurements: Necklace 42 cm long Pendant 62.8 mm x 17.8 mm x 3 mm Total
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The French Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds is a beautiful piece of jewelry that exudes
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
French Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.56 in D 0.12 in L 0.95 in
Boucheron 1970 Paris Convertible Necklace Bracelets 18Kt 48.84 Diamonds & Quartz
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of convertible bracelets-necklace designed by Boucheron. Beautiful pair of French pieces
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
groups on 18 kt yellow gold and 3 pieces of onyx. It could be transform in an sophisticated and gorgeous
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
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H 27.09 in W 11.97 in D 0.2 in Dm 11.97 in
Chaumet Paris 1970 Massive Sagittarius Zodiacal Necklace Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
Sagittarius Zodiac Necklace designed by Chaumet. Very rare, oversized and massive piece, created
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian 1820 Allegory Beauty Grisaille Enamel Necklace 18Kt Gold And Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
-necklace, created in Europe (most probably France) around the 1820's, between the kingdoms of George III
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Antique 1820s French Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold French Pendant Enamel Portrait
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold French Pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that embodies the
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold French Pendant Enamel Portrait
Art Deco 18kt Yellow Gold French Pendant Enamel Portrait
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W 1.19 in D 0.2 in L 1.7 in
Boucheron Paris Serpent Boheme Necklace in 18Kt Gold with Four Gemstones
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
necklace has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Featuring 4 twisted
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamonds Modern French Cross 18kt Yellow and White Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Modern stylized french cross in Alfieri style in 18kt yellow and white gold. This pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Modern French Cross 18kt Yellow and White Gold
Diamonds Modern French Cross 18kt Yellow and White Gold
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W 0.79 in D 0.16 in L 1.66 in
Modern French Cross in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Diamond
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This beautiful french cross in 18kt gold is satin finish on the front and shiny on the back. Satin
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Paris 1970 Modernist Nautical Links Necklace 18Kt Yellow Gold & Sterling
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Nautical links necklace designed by Hermes. An extremely rare piece, created in Paris France by
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Giorgio Facchini Sculptural Kinetic Orbital Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in Miami, FL
Orbital necklace designed by Giorgio Facchini (Pesaro 1947-). Fabulous statement collar necklace
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1990s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Diamonds Collar Necklace In Three colors 18Kt Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A collar necklace designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Exceptional collar-necklace created in Paris
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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

Antique French 19th Century 18kt Gold Pendant Miniature with Painting
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique French 19th century 18kt gold pendant miniature with water colour paintings. Made in Circa
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris 1994 Rare Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Malachite
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Malachite necklace pendant designed by Cartier. This is a very rare and very hard to find necklace
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1990s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kerstin Öhlin Lejonklou 1968 Sweden 18Kt Gold Modernist Geometric Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful geometric necklace designed by Kerstin Öhlin Lejonklou. A rare one-of-a-kind art-piece
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Modernist More Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Kerstin Öhlin Lejonklou 1968 Sweden 18Kt Gold Modernist Geometric Necklace
Kerstin Öhlin Lejonklou 1968 Sweden 18Kt Gold Modernist Geometric Necklace
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W 0.85 in D 0.42 in Dm 15.75 in L 2.13 in
Pol Bury 1968 Paris Kinetic Convertible Necklace Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
converted into a necklace, a pendant or a brooch. Has been carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Henri Sandoz 1970 Paris Retro Necklace Textured 18Kt Gold 22.45 Cts Sodalite
Located in Miami, FL
A retro modernist necklace designed for Henri Sandoz et Fils. Modernist French retro piece
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Paris Necklace Brooch 18Kt Gold With 17.69 Ctw Diamonds And Tourmaline
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace pendant brooch designed by Boucheron. This gorgeous necklace, is one of the most ultimate
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Early 2000s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rare Blue Green Peruvian Opals Teardrop Collar Necklace 18KT, 14KT Gold
Located in Newport Coast, CA
Natural Peruvian Opals Mixed colors Large Teardrop Necklace: 18KT and 14KT Gold. Stunning large
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Early 2000s Peruvian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Edwardian French Diamond Estate Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace Platinum & 18kt. yellow Gold  Backed 35pcs Estimated 0.64ct Average H/ VS-SI Diamonds Rose Cut
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 3.63 Ctw Diamonds & Sapphire
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very beautiful statement necklace, created in Paris
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Paul Oudet 1970 Prototype Gingko Cuff Necklace in 18kt Gilt Vermeil over Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Double gingko necklace designed by Paul Oudet (1946-). A prototype sculptural cuff bracelet
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose De Noel Convertible Necklace In 18Kt Gold And Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
France by the iconic jewelry house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This is a convertible collar necklace, with two
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Choker Necklaces

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

0.30 Carat Diamond Pearl 18kt Yellow Gold Long Chain Multi Strand Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Libre comme l’Or is a long chain in 18kt yellow gold, diamond and pearl. FREE—LIBRE in French—to
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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

Victorian 18kt/Sterling, Diamond + Onyx Day-to-Night Earrings/Locket Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent earring and locket pendant set from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt rosy
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Cartier Paris Calin Lariat Necklace In 18Kt White Gold With Diamond And Pearls
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Lariat necklace designed by Cartier. A modern contemporary piece made in Paris France by the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Drop Necklaces

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

Gay Freres 1950 Paris-Geneva 1950 Retro Stardust Explosion Necklace in 18Kt Gold
By Gay Freres
Located in Miami, FL
Impressive Stardust necklace designed by Gay Freres. A rare and one-of-a-kind sculptural vintage
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Vintage 1950s French Post-War Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef and Arpels 1970 Paris 18Kt Necklace with 2.48 Cts in VVS Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
French hallmarks; twice with the eagle's head for the assay and guaranty of the 18 Kt gold, the maker's
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Link Necklaces

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

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French 18kt Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of french 18kt necklaces. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 790 vintage editions and 151 modern creations to choose from as well. 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. Our collection of french 18kt necklaces includes designs that are universally popular, but contemporary and modern styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Boucheron produced popular versions that are worth a look. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 351, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon french 18kt necklaces for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of french 18kt necklaces for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are French 18kt Necklaces?

On average, french 18kt necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $7,215, while they’re typically $315 on the low end and $1,046,250 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.

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.