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Beautiful Rose Gold Necklace with Multicolored Sapphire Slices and Large Pearls
Located in Dallas, TX
This is a fun necklace that is made from very high end goods. It measures 36 inches in length and
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian grey pearls and sapphire necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Single strand of approximately 9.96mm luminous grey near round Tahitian pearls. Larger pearls
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2010s American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

18k Gold Tahiti Pearl and Sapphire Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
Unique 18k gold pendant with a large silver grey Tahiti pearl and four sapphires in tonal shades of
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2010s Dutch Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18k Gold Tahiti Pearl and Sapphire Pendant
18k Gold Tahiti Pearl and Sapphire Pendant
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H 1.11 in W 0.58 in
Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Sea pearl of 14mm diameter suspending a larger golden pearl of 18mm. The pendant is accompanied by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Yellow Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
Sea pearl suspending a larger golden pearl of 16mm. The pendant is accompanied by a chain decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...

Yoko London Pistachio-Colored Tahitian Pearl and Sapphire Necklace 18 Karat Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
This spectacular necklace by Yoko London features large, pistachio-colour Tahitian pearls, which
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2010s British Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Green Sapphire, 18k...

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Extremely chic and very delicate necklace, created in
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...

21st Century 18 Karat Gold Dragonfly Sapphire and Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
A gorgeous necklace of large silvery freshwater pearls, each about 1 centimetre in diameter, is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavo...

Vintage Large 14k Gold Engine Turned Pearl and Sapphire Ballerina Dancer Charm
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold and set with pearls and blue and pink sapphires. It is 1.5" in diameter, not including jump
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Marina B. Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Pearl Choker Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
matching earrings. The expandable necklace is set at the center with a large Ceylon sapphire weighing
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Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Golden South Sea Pearl Sapphire Necklace 14 Karat Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
BEAUTIFUL Golden South Sea Saltwater Pearl. 1 Very Large Sapphire (Greenish Blue/Semi-Translucent
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

Sapphire Pearl Necklace Bird Horse Deer Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with Grey Mother-of-Pearl and Blue Sapphire
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
mother-of-pearl inlay, this round design is beautifully finished with a blue sapphire gemstone centre
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with Grey Mother-of-Pearl and Yellow Sapphire
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
mother-of-pearl inlay, these round designs are beautifully finished with a yellow sapphire gemstone
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with Grey Mother-of-Pearl and Pink Sapphire
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
mother-of-pearl inlay, this round design is beautifully finished with a pink sapphire gemstone centre
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with White Mother-of-Pearl and Yellow Sapphire
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
beautifully finished with a sparkling yellow sapphire gemstone centre. The shimmering mother-of-pearl
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Sapphire Pearl Diamond Pendant & Black Silver Alonso Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl Model may be wearing this pendant/cord with various symbol
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver

Necklace Baroque Pearls Diamonds Sapphires in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Multicolored sapphire and diamond baroque pearl necklace. 18K white gold setting. It is composed of
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Diamond 18kt Gold Pearl Christmas Chick Charm Pendant/Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
This fantastic pendant made with a beautiful and large Australian pearl of about 12x14 cm. It is an
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Double Strand Pearl Necklace Sapphire Diamond Clasp
Located in Kendal, GB
A classy vintage pearl matinee necklace from the late 20th Century displaying two strands of
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Givenchy Vintage 1990s Large White Pearl Sapphire Crystals Gold Pendant Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1990s Large White Pearl Sapphire Crystals Triangle Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone
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1990s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant & Tanzanite Quartz Necklace 37"
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl ***PLEASE NOTE -- PHOTOS OF MODEL HAS ON OTHER ITEMS FROM OUR
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Plate,...

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set In 18 K Gold Beautiful Necklace This Necklace
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a fine, large Australian pearl of 17 x 15mm size
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue ...

Turquoise, Diamond, Sapphire and Pearl 18K Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One turquoise, diamond, sapphire and pearl 18K yellow gold pendant / brooch featuring a large
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Mable Pearl and Sapphire Handmade Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
sapphire on the flower gently hold high quality and the large mabe pearl. With striking uniqueness and
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

NWT $110, 000 18KT Black Opal Fancy Black Opal Sapphire Emerald Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sea Pearl and Australian Black Opal Diamond Necklace. Magnificent adorned with Glittering Blue and
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Black O...

118 Carat Aquamarine and Sapphire Tassel Sautoir Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Large Aquamarine and Sapphire Necklace 9.41 ct of Diamonds , 130.02 ct of Sapphires, and a single
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire

Antique 0.85Ct Sapphire and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
terminating with further seed pearls, in addition to four larger collet set sapphires. The lower portion of
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

4.40 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 3.14 Carat Diamond and Pearl Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 4.40 carat Basaltic sapphire, 3.14 carat diamond and pearl, 12k
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Pearl and Midnight Sapphire Diamond Frog Pendant
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
This lovely pendant is made of a large white Australian pearl which has been made into a leaping
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.19 carat sapphire and 0.11 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 18 karat
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Shell Pendant with Aquamarine Sapphire and Gemstones with Pink Biwa Pearls
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
on a strand of pink Biwa pearls. Gemstones include Aquamarine and Sapphires all natural set around
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

"Hugo" 16.5mm Silver Tahitian Pearl & Sapphire Fob in 18K Gold on Sapphire Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
pearl set with four round sapphires. The 16.5mm pearl is from Tahiti, which we normally associate
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k G...

18k White Gold Blue Sapphire Cts 32.42 Tanzanite with Diamond and Pearl Tassel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, weighing a combined 32.42 carats. Gracefully cascading from the necklace are freshwater pearls, totaling
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
a crown of round diamonds. The jewel suspends 2 splendid South Sea pearls, the larger one being of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Large 14k Gold Pink and Blue Sapphire Intertwined Heart Disc Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
"Love" this vintage heart charm! Two hearts intertwine within a large open brush gold disc. Each
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Necklace in 18K White Gold Multicolored Sapphires, Fine Stones and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Tutti Frutti necklace in 18 kt white gold, diamonds, fine stones and quartz pearls. Central Tutti
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Green Sapphire, Quartz, Sapphire, Blu...

65.00ct. Sapphire, 7.71ct. Natural Diamonds, 20.2 Carat Pearl Choker
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
large sapphire and diamond cluster, one of Diana’s most sparkling wedding presents, was a gift from her
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Pearl and Brushed Gold Necklace and Earring Suite, Bridal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pearl and Brushed Gold Necklace & Earring Suite is made of 18 Karat Gold and features a center pendant
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

GRS Certified Emerald, Burmese Unheated Sapphire, and Pink Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
GRS Certified Emerald, Burmese Unheated Sapphire, and Pink Tourmaline Necklace: A highly unique
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

NWT $3, 750 Important 18Kt Gold Fancy Pink Pearl Sapphire Ruby Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Large Pink Pearl Pendant Necklace and Earring Set Magnificently adorned with 3 Carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Marina J. Blue Sapphire, Pearl & 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Graduated Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
when hit with light. The Blue Sapphires perfectly compliment the sheen of the Pearls and are contrasted
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Egyptian Revival Necklace Sapphire Turquoise Enamel Gold Pharoah Goddess
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare antique museum quality Egyptian Revival Necklace in Gold with Sapphires
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Enamel, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, sapphire, ruby, enamel, and yellow and rose gold locket pendant
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Real Orchid Diamond Sapphire Australian Pearl Collar
By FANCS V by Simona Elia
Located in Palermo, Italy PA
This is a gorgeous collar necklace made from Australian pearls completed by a large flower
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Fairy Angel Pendant Rose Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Mother of Pearl
Located in New York, NY
cut Sapphires. The pendant is surrounded by a halo of seed pearls. The bale is further set with Rose
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Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold

"Full Moon Sapphire Night" 7.52ct Sapphire Diamond .50ct Enhancer Pendant 18K
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
The "Full Moon Sapphire Night" piece is a Custom Designed and Crafted, One of a Kind Statement
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2010s American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Agate, ...

Art Deco Pink Sapphire, Onyx, Pearl & 18K Gold Pendant - France - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
set with a 3 mm. cultured pearl - large bale to the top - fine quality workmanship and detail
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Pearl and Tanzanite Beaded Tassel
Located in Hong Kong, HK
setting for a large pearl nestled in between. Adding to its grandeur, a single, exquisite tanzanite bead
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tanzanite, White Gold

Tom Castor King Condor Bird Pendant Enhancer Diamond Sapphire Silver Vulture
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
large South Sea and Tahitian Pearls / as shown in product photos, Pearls are shown as an example only
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2010s American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow ...

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Golden Sapphire Shell Pendant with fine Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
bale on this pendant makes it easy to wear on large pearls, beads, one of our large woven chains as
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2010s American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Moiseikin 18k Gold Diamond Baroque Pearl Fancy Colour Stone Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, indigo tourmaline, tanzanite, and rubellite besides a large Tahitian pearl weighing 7 grams. Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Mother of Pearl Ebony, Gold Pendant & Pearl Tiger's Eye Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold - mother of pearl - sapphire - diamond - 14k solid gold diamond otto clasp that opens and closes
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

18 Karat White Gold, Diamond, Sapphire and Chalcedony Pendant Enhancer
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A sweet white gold pendant enhancer which has been set with diamonds, a sapphire and a large piece
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20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mindi Mond 13.61 Carat Diamond Gemstone Pearl Rose Gold Shaker Pendant
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
One of our newest favorite creations. A one-of-a-kind treasure. The large oval shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Pink Sapphire Round Diamond 3.00 Carat Bespoke 18KT White Gold Pendant Brooch
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
of this creation lies a large pearl surrounded by pink sapphire petals diamond-accented gold pendant
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k ...

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Enameled Leaf Diamond Blue Garnet Necklace #16978
Located in Washington Depot, CT
cap) approx. 4mm each with milgraine edging and faceted at the bottom. 1 sapphire has a large flat
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20th Century Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k...

Kent Raible 18 Karat Golden Egg Pendant with Blue Sapphire and Fine Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
have a larger clasp! Blue Sapphire 2.20ct Diamonds .43ct 34.3 grams 18 karat gold. Bale fits chains
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 40 Inch Long Gold, Diamond & Multicolor Stone Necklace by Tambetti
By Tambetti
Located in Palm Beach, FL
scintillating diamonds and large pearls. The necklace absolutely exudes pure style and luxury. Length is 40
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Late 20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

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

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Large Sapphire And Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the large sapphire and pearl necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 85 vintage or 87 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect large sapphire and pearl necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a large sapphire and pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by FANCS V by Simona Elia, Marina J. and Fei Liu are consistently popular. A large sapphire and pearl necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 117 sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a large sapphire and pearl necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Large Sapphire And Pearl Necklace?

On average, a large sapphire and pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,786, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $250,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

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.