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Mythology Collection Eos Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k yellow gold necklace with 6.30 carats of Fire Opal, 14.51 carats Morganite, 4.11 carats
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Beryl, Morganite, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Fire Opal, Ye...

Vintage Sphinx Mythology Medallion Necklace 1970s
By sphinx
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine Sphinx Medallion necklace of wonderful quality and style. Featuring a mythical face, most
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Sphinx Mythology Medallion Necklace 1970s
Vintage Sphinx Mythology Medallion Necklace 1970s
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Dm 1.78 in L 27.56 in
Rhodolite Garnet and Diamond Mythology Collection Ares Necklace by MadStone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
: This necklace replicates armor, protection as if going into battle. Ares is the god of war, one of
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Garnet, Rhodolite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal, Sapphire and Diamond Mythology Collection Apollo Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
: Greek Mythology tells the story of Apollo, the God of Light. It was the job of Apollo to pull the
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Carnelian, Fire Opal, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Greek Mythology Cameo 18 K Gold Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Magnificent extremely rare double-sided carved lapis lazuli cameo pendant. The exquisite carving is mounted in a fine 18K gold frame that is decorated with chiselled acanthus leaves....
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Antique Early 18th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

The Giver Hand with Diamond, 24K Solid Gold & 0.02ct Diamonds Greek Mythology
Located in Bozeman, MT
The Giver Hand with Diamond, 24K Solid Gold & 0.02ct Diamonds DETAILS: 1 Diamond - 0.02ct 24kt Yellow Gold - 2.19 grams Size - Small, 3/4", 20mm More pendants, charms and miniatur...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Akragas Talisman Necklace
Located in New York, NY
. Scylla was a sea monster of Greek mythology described as having six heads with deadly, sharp teeth and
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2010s North American Empire Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 18k Gold

Akragas Talisman Necklace
Akragas Talisman Necklace
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H 0.83 in L 0.79 in
Hippocamp Amulet Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hippocamp is a sea creature of Greek mythology with a horse’s body and a fish’s tail, thought to be the
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Hippocamp Amulet Necklace
Hippocamp Amulet Necklace
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H 20 in W 21 in
Emerald, Ruby, Tourmaline Gold Necklace
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Emerald linked necklace with other stone like ruby and tourmaline, gold 18 kt 15,80, central part
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2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Bakelite Bixi Silk Collar/Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a bakelite Bixi silk collar/necklace. We created this one-of-the-kind fun piece with a deep
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz

Bakelite Bixi Silk Collar/Necklace
Bakelite Bixi Silk Collar/Necklace
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H 3 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in L 16 in
Granium Star Necklace in Diamond
Located in New York, NY
The Granium Star Necklace features a diamond set into a star shaped pool of golden spheres. Imagine
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2010s American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Granium Star Necklace in Diamond
Granium Star Necklace in Diamond
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H 0.28 in W 0.28 in
18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph
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2010s Greek Byzantine Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
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W 0.36 in L 16.93 in
Gaia's Gold Path Statement Necklace
By Madre Hija Design
Located in Leander, TX
this unique hand made statement necklace honors that path. Hand drilled amber jade stone as clasp. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Jade

Gaia's Gold Path Statement Necklace
Gaia's Gold Path Statement Necklace
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W 3 in L 14.5 in
14kt Gold Chain Necklace Frogs
Located in Roma, RM
Important choker in solid 14kt yellow gold. Necklace created entirely by hand by Italian artisans
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2010s Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Mirror Necklace
Located in Teşvikiye, 34
planet. Venus represents beauty in Roman mythology, so it’s safe to say that Venus in the sky is the
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Mirror Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Mirror Necklace
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H 2.25 in W 1.11 in L 25.6 in
A.Jeschel Spectacular Labradorite plates necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Step into a world of unparalleled glamour with our extraordinary necklace, a symphony of opulence
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Labradorite, Sterling Silver

Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Ruby Intaglio Cameo Pendant Necklace 14K Gold This gorgeous necklace is finely crafted by Italian
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1963 Georges Braque 18k Gold "Merope" Necklace
By Georges Braque
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Braque (1882-1963) "Merope", Necklace, 1963 Rare, is this 18K gold Necklace named "Merope
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

1963 Georges Braque 18k Gold "Mesopotamia" Necklace
By Georges Braque
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Braque (1882-1963) "Mesopotamia", Necklace, 1963 Rare, is this 18K gold Necklace named
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning gold vermeil pendant necklace - a functional whistle with a modern twist
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning gold vermeil pendant necklace - a functional whistle with a modern twist
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Antique Victorian Moonstone Dropper Necklace 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
An enchanting antique Victorian necklace adorned with ten mesmerising cabochon moonstones with a
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Naimah Owl Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Athena’s later incarnation in Roman mythology, was accompanied by an owl. Composition: 925 Sterling Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

Naimah Owl Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
Naimah Owl Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Bvlgari Serpenti Fashion Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Serpenti Fashion Necklace in 18k Rose Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 133516 Listing Title
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Blue Topaz and Diamond Poseidon Necklace by Madstone
Located in El Dorado Hills, CA
Specs: 18k white gold necklace with 155 carats of Blue Topaz, 72 carats Green Amethyst, 4.21 carats
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White...

Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
The Viking god, Odin, had two ravens named Huginn (thought) and Muninn (memory). In Norse mythology
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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
Naimah, Raven Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
The Viking god, Odin, had two ravens named Huginn (thought) and Muninn (memory). In Norse mythology
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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, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Csodaszarvas, Miraculous Deer, is a central element in Hungarian mythology, thus seen as a powerful goddess of
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
Naimah, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Naimah, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Csodaszarvas, Miraculous Deer, is a central element in Hungarian mythology, thus seen as a powerful goddess of
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
Naimah, Deer Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Rose Necklace Symbol Love Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Plated Rose Pendant Necklace Silver Chain That can be adjusted in Length and used as choker or
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Silver, Gold Plate

Rose Necklace Symbol Love Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Plated Rose Pendant Necklace Silver Chain That can be adjusted in Length and used as choker or
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver

Rose Necklace Symbol Love Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Plated Rose Pendant Necklace Silver Chain That can be adjusted in Length and used as choker or
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver

14K Yellow Gold Selena World Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Teşvikiye, 34
In mythology, the story of women starts with the goddess of the moon, Selene. She represents the
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Her Story Necklace
Located in Teşvikiye, 34
planet. Venus represents beauty in Roman mythology, so it’s safe to say that Venus in the sky is the
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Her Story Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Ring Her Story Necklace
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H 2.37 in W 1.07 in L 23.63 in
Cathy Waterman Multi Color Sapphire Platinum Necklace Estate Jewelry
By Cathy Waterman
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous necklace by Cathy Waterman crafted out of multi color sapphire beads with platinum
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1990s American Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Rose Flower Necklace Love Sterling Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Plated Rose Flower Necklace Love Sterling Silver Chain - Choker or 20" Length Necklace or
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rose Flower Necklace Love Sterling Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Plated Rose Flower Necklace Love Sterling Silver Chain - Choker or 20" Length Necklace or
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

1963 Georges Braque 18k Gold "Mesopotamia" Necklace & Bracelet Set
By Georges Braque
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Braque (1882-1963) "Mesopotamia", Necklace & Bracelet set, 1963 Rare, is this 18K gold
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

Medium Pegasus Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamond, 24kt Solid Gold
Located in Bozeman, MT
Medium Pegasus Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamond, 24kt Solid Gold by Prehistoric Works of
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Vermeil Greek Medusa Cameo Necklace
By Cameo & Beyond
Located in London, GB
Finely detailed porcelain cameo depicting the greek Medusa. In Greek mythology, Medusa was a gorgon
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2010s Italian Classical Greek Link Necklaces

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Vermeil, 18k Gold

Odysseus Ancient Coin Grecian Chain Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold Oxidized Silver
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Odysseus Coin Grecian style Chain Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold and Oxidized Silver with king of
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2010s Greek Hellenistic Chain Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold Ilias Lalaouinis For Zolotas Double Chimera Heads Torque Necklace
Located in Surfside, FL
necklace in 18K yellow gold. Chimera heads have approx 1.00 carat round brilliant cut diamonds collar and
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20th Century Link Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Björn Weckström 14 Karat Yellow Gold "Orchid Psychedelic" Collar Necklace, 1970
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
"An “Orchid Psychedelic” 14 karat yellow gold collar link necklace, by Björn Weckström for Lapponia
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Vintage 1970s Finnish Modern Link Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendant Necklace Handcrafted in 22Kt Gold with Oxidized Silver Coin Tourmaline
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
. When the greek mythology meets fashion, the result is an exceptional and delicate necklace. Handcrafted
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Rose Quartz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fig drop pendant necklace is a beautiful piece of jewellery made of 14 karat yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.09 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Custom Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1.75 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Custom Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Berberyn Certified 4.28 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Berberyn Certified 4.12 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Silver Victorian Artemis Cameo Set of Bracelet Necklace Earrings Ring
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Ring size: 6.5 Earring diameter:0.57 Necklace length: 15.25″ Bracelet length: 8″ Bin Code M25 / P15
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Link Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Atlas Diamond Open Medallion Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Large
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful necklace by famed designer Tiffany & Co. From the Atlas collection the necklace features
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Silver 925 Granite Mink Finland Björn Weckström Lapponia Destino Necklace
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver 925 Granite Mink Björn Weckström Lapponia Destino Necklace Helsinki Finland 1998 The man
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20th Century Finnish More Necklaces

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Silver

Jill Garber 19th. C. Terpsichore Cameo Suite Necklace with Persian Turquoise
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
This exquisite hand crafted, one of a kind Baroque style necklace from designer Jill Garber
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

24Kt Solid Gold, Ancient Bee Coin Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Bee Coin Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamond, 24kt Solid Gold by Prehistoric Works of
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Victorian Egyptian Revival Nekhbet Necklace with Diamonds and Pearls
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold two-sided French Victorian Egyptian Revival pendant necklace features the portrait of
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Antique 1880s French Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Onyx Hardstone Yellow Gold EOS GREEK Goddess Carved Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
mythology and mystique to the piece. 1 Cameo over white black onyx, approx. 20.5mm x 20.4mm Onyx rim 14k
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Amethyst by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Fig drop pendant necklace is a beautiful piece of jewellery made of 18 karat rose gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Berberyn Certified 3.27 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Berberyn Certified 4.66 Carat Oval Blue Sapphire Custom Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Berberyn Certified 3.01 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Chicago, IL
mythology around the world. Blue sapphires range from very pale blue to deep indigo. The gemstone is most
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Mythology Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact mythology necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 90 vintage or 174 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a mythology necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic mythology necklace over the years, but those made by Muzo Emerald Colombia, Intini Jewels and Steven Battelle are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A mythology necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 50, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a mythology necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 104 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Mythology Necklace?

On average, a mythology necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,600, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $203,414 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.