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Rudolf Erdel Platinum 18K Yellow Gold "Running Man" Necklace
Located in Kirkwood, MO
Rudolf Erdel Platinum 18K Yellow Gold "Running Man" Necklace. This necklace has a 0.9 mm cable
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Early 2000s Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Rossella Ugolini Modern Emerald Man Necklace Crafted in Italy 18K Yellow Gold
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
masterpiece crafted in Italy with the modern man in mind. This necklace transcends traditional jewelry; it's a
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible Akoya Pearl Necklace, 18 K Gold and Diamond clasp with Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
beautifully detailed 18 karat gold clasp set with Diamonds and embellished with fine granulation. This
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2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Solid Handmade Vintage 18 K White Gold Long Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very classy solid handmade 18 K white Gold chain, length 90 cm. Can be word as a long chain or as a
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Kent Raible Fire Agate, Ruby and Garnet Necklace Enhancer 18k Gold Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
1.78ct total weight. All this is set into 18 karat Gold with fine granulation detail. With the bale of
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Ouroboros Serpent Snake Man 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and enamel charm pendant designed as an Ouroboros snake or serpent
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20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

DNA Helix Necklace, 18k White / Gold
Located in Leigh-On-Sea, GB
Product Details: The DNA Helix Necklace is a remarkable piece quintessential to the double Helix
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21st Century and Contemporary English Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Saint Patrick Ireland Green Man Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with green and cream enamel designed as Saint
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20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Wizard of Oz Tin Man Cartoon Character 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An articulated 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Wizard of Oz Tin Man
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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Man-Headed Bull and Nike Coin 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Naples) depicts a man-headed bull walking to the right, crowned by Nike, the Greek goddess of victory
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Solid 18k Gold Sweet Dreams Necklace by Lucy Stopes-Roe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful dreamy man in the moon, cloud and stars necklace is cast in solid 18 Carat gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

31.77 TCW Round Natural Diamond 18k White Gold Tennis Necklace
By Sabrina A Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Classic and versatile necklace that can be pulled together with any outfit. This show stopping
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18k White Gold Erotic Couple Intertwined Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in MIAMI, FL
18k white gold and depicts a love scene between a man and woman. The design shows Carrera Y Carrera's
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Late 20th Century Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Zancan, Gents/Ladies Chain & Cross Pendant & Tusk Charm/Necklace in 18K Gold
By Zancan
Located in London, GB
Unique design chain with cross pendant with tusk charm in 18ct white and yellow gold. Designer
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold

Kent Raible Chrome Tourmaline Drop Necklace, 18k gold granulation, woven chain
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
1.60ct 83.2gr. 18k Gold. Made 100% by the mind, heart and hands of master craftsman, master jeweler Kent
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Diamonds Grounding Empowerment Made in Italy Necklace
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
18K Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Diamonds Grounding Empowerment Made in Italy Necklace. The Halley
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wendy Brandes 18K Two-Tone Gold Pendant Necklace With Blackened Silver Accents
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by Marie Antoinette's daughter, Marie-Thérèse, this chunky 18K oval pendant represents
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

620 carat Australian South Sea Pearls 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Clasp Necklace
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
620-Carat Australian South Sea Pearls and 18K Gold Clasp with Diamonds Unlock Your Divine Potential
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Kent Raible's Flower Jewel 18K Pendant Necklace with Mandarin Garnets and Spinel
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
necklace. The flowing lines, depth of the piece and granulation, all Raible trademarks. Of course it
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold

Man In Hat Pendant Charm 18 Karat Gold Antique Art Deco Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
these magnificent early carved coral jewels. The coral is set in 18 Karat Gold. The man in the hat
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aztec Peruvian Figure Pendant Brooch 18K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Aztec Peruvian Figure Pendant Brooch 18K Gold This outstanding vintage piece can be worn as a
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handmade Gold Necklace with Carnelian Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
This wonderful handmade 18 karat gold necklace can be worn in two ways. As a chain alone, it
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Vintage 1960s Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold

Shark Pendant Police Man of the Seas 0.68 Ct Brilliants Cool Never Seen Design
Located in Viena, Viena
a cool design, the shark our policeman of the seas, unfortunately wrongly labeled as a villain, set with full-cut diamonds total approx. 0.68 ct, W (white) / SI-P2, results in a LUXU...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s French Gold Necklace with Radiant Motif
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold. This splendid antique necklace is composed of a gold Rolo link
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket
Located in Venice, CA
. The helmet’s visor is lifted, revealing the face of a bearded man with a strong profile. The cameo is
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
this gesture of true love. Rose Gold and Diamond Necklace Necklace in 18K rose gold weight 6,75g 58
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
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W 0.99 in D 0.04 in L 2.37 in
Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
this gesture of true love. Rose Gold and Diamond Necklace Necklace in 18K rose gold weight 15,85g 166
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
Rose Gold and Diamond Edelweiss Sunshine Necklace
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Man in the Moon Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Celestial Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Man in the Moon charm crafted in 18k yellow gold. The nicely detailed charm is
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant The Manneken Pis, or the “Little Pissing Man” is a
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Late 20th Century Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
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Jesus Christ Blessing Marriage 18K Yellow Gold Wedding Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm wedding pendant designed as a medal depicting Jesus
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Tiffany & Co. Moonstone Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. antique moonstone and briolette pendant drop necklace Carved moonstone of a man
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Rasumny Deer Hunting Horn 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an engraved medal depicting a praying
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Rasumny Deer Hunting Horn 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Rasumny Deer Hunting Horn 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.67 in D 0.06 in L 0.75 in
Gemini Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 1.0 Ct Diamonds Chrysopras
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Pendant 18k Gold with 1.0 ct Diamonds and chrysopras Reference: 145009/5 Material: 18k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemini Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 1.0 Ct Diamonds Chrysopras
Gemini Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 1.0 Ct Diamonds Chrysopras
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H 1.78 in W 1.19 in D 0.08 in
Dubini Koban Ancient Japanese Coin Medallion Gold Diamond Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic rare gold koban coin
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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

Pisces Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold, Diamonds, Sapphires, Aquamarines, Tsavorites
Located in Pforzheim, DE
. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold, 1.04 ct Diamonds, 0.03 ct yellow sapphires, 0.39 ct aquamarines, 1.11 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Jade, Tutti Frutti Semi & Precious Stones Statement Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
necklace is made in 18k gold. It is made up of many precious and semi-precious stones including white
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline,...

Coral, Rubies, Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic pendant necklace in 18 kt yellow
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Libra Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with Diamonds, Blue Sapphir & Aquamarine
Located in Pforzheim, DE
. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.83 ct Diamonds, 0.57 ct blue sapphir & 0.23 ct aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Gold Made in Italy Aquamarine Diamond Asymmetrical Cosmic Empowering Pendant
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
. The Saturno necklace was inspired by the planet Saturn in particular, since Man is influenced by
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Two Tone Italian 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
A pretty necklace made of shiny yellow and white gold with real diamonds. The pendant is not too
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Aquarious Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.59 Ct Diamonds 0.72 Ct Aquamarine
Located in Pforzheim, DE
changes in the support of goodness. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.59 ct Diamonds and 0.72 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Lion Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.92 Ct Diamonds 0.53 Ct Tsavorites
Located in Pforzheim, DE
splendor. Allow your intuition and clairvoyance to be powered by Diamonds. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Scorpio Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.84 Ct Diamonds and Turquoise
Located in Pforzheim, DE
your highly developed sixth sense further. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.84 ct Diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Virgo Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.82 Ct Diamonds 1.10 Ct Aquamarine
Located in Pforzheim, DE
. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.82 ct Diamonds and 1.10 ct aquamarine Reference: 145003/5 Material
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Kent Raible's 18 Karat Gold Ruby Necklace Enhancer Pendant, Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
) Princess Cut 2.4 grams 18 Karat Gold Chain sold separately Fits chains and cords up to 3.45mm in diameter
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Pear-Shaped Rubellite Cts 0.80 Diamond Pendant with 18k White Gold Chain
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18 inches 18k white gold chain. Imagine the vivid light of the Rubellite, a stone that echoes with
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold

0.24 Carat Total Weight Ruby Yellow Gold Stick Figure Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
necklace depicts two stick figures (one man and one woman) with ruby heads and holding hands. Their arms
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible 18 Karat Natural Blue Sapphire 'Flower Necklace Enhancer' Pendant
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
'Studio Collection'. This necklace enhancer has beautiful detailing. The layers, and boarders are a
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

0.55 Carat Garnet Yellow Gold Stick Figure with Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
necklace with a lobster clasp. The pendant depicts a stick figure man holding a garnet heart. The pendant
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aries Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.75 Ct Diamonds 0.48 Ct Pink Sapphir
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Pendant 18k Gold with 0.75 ct Diamonds and 0.48 ct pink sapphires Reference: 145001/8 Material: 18k rose
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sagittarius Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 1.14 Ct Diamonds 0.81 Ct Pink Sapphire
Located in Pforzheim, DE
discovery. Let your spirit be elevated even higher by Pink tourmalines. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cancer Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.69 Ct Diamonds 1.17 Ct Pink Sapphir
Located in Pforzheim, DE
. Jazychic Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold with 0.69 ct Diamonds and 1.17 ct pink sapphires Reference: 145007/8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.05 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Stick Figure Presenting Gift Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
necklace was handmade with 18-karat yellow gold. It features a 0.05-carat diamond depicted as the center of
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.02 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Stick Figure with Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
flower. This pendant is on an 18-inch chain necklace with a lobster clasp. The pendant depicts a stick
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

0.10 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stick Figure Meditating Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
0.10 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stick Figure Meditating Necklace. This pendant necklace was
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Flourite Leaf Pendant with Diamonds Cts 0.66 Set in 18K White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
delicate contours and add a touch of sparkle. Crafted in 18k White Gold, weighing 3.19 grams, this pendant
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Choker Necklace with 18 Karat Gold Granulation, Golden Sapphire and Diamonds
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
GVS/SI Golden Sapphires (in clasp) 1.18 ctw (2 - 6x4mm ovals) 82.4gr 18k Gold This necklace can be
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

18K White Gold 1.00 ct Diamond Pave Made in Italy Shapeshifting Cosmic Pendant
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
cleansed to emit their best vibrations. The Gemini pendant necklace is made of 18 karats white gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kent Raible 18Karat Gold Sapphire Prayer Wheel Pendant Necklace with Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
5mm. Blue Sapphire 2.22 total weight Blue Zircon .17ct total weight 15.9gr. 18K Gold. This item can
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold

Taurus Zodiac Pendant 18k Yellow Gold 0.35 ct Diamonds 2.34 ct Blue Sapphires
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Pendant 18k Gold with 0.35 ct Diamonds and 2.34 ct blue sapphir Reference: 145005/5 Material: 18k yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Man Necklace 18k For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact man necklace 18k you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 143 antique edition and 181 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an man necklace 18k from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic man necklace 18k over the years, but those made by Kent Raible, Akillis and Vitale 1913 are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any man necklace 18k from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 143 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an man necklace 18k, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Man Necklace 18k?

On average, an man necklace 18k at 1stDibs sells for $4,720, while they’re typically $153 on the low end and $285,000 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.