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Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Fob Pendant Circa: 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Water Pearl necklace, measuring 20 inches in length, which separates into two sections which allows it
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Pinctada Salt Water Pearl Briolette Amethyst Art Deco Style Drop Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Pinctada species natural salt water pearls, no treatments of any kind. The necklace is strung with fine
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl Necklace in Original Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Vintage Natural Pearl and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
we find a duo of natural salt water pearls, the largest of which is oval-button shaped whilst the
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
buttercup floret Diamond set encircling the centre natural large sized half Pearl and frame of more Diamonds
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Antique 1840s European Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
Georgian Natural Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 KT
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H 2.05 in W 0.91 in L 18.51 in
GIA Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Turn of the Century 1900 handmade natural salt water pearl yellow gold necklace. 78 natural
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Early 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1930 Stations Necklace Chain in Platinum 18 Natural White Round Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
lock. Embellished with 18 stations of gradated salt water round (3-6 mm) natural white pearls. Have a
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Rare Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
totalling approx 10 Ct – 99 natural salt water half cut pearls of 6 to 1.8 mm. Measures: 65 x 40 mm. (h. x w
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Schoeffel Pearl and Diamond Necklace
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This akoya salt water pearl necklace closes with a 18 carat white gold clasp with diamond. At the
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Mid-20th Century European Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Black Onyx Natural Pearl Diamond 18 Kt Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
nucleated) salt water pearl of 8 x 6.6 mm. – 14 rose cut diamonds totalling approx .45 Ct (by spread) – oval
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Late 20th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 7 salt water natural not nucleated pearls of ranging
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl 4.60 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
natural salt water pearl of 7,9 mm – 3 rows of old mine cut diamonds and more 3 old mine cut diamonds on
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Rare 4.90 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
- nucleated salt water Pearl 11 mm. x 9.5 mm. white silvery with silky sheen Excellent condition, stunning
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This beautiful Victorian necklace features a single row of natural salt water pearls, graduating
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Strand of 85 Natural Pearls With 15 Karat Gold and Diamond Clasp
Located in Brisbane, QLD
An exceptional strand of natural salt water pearls set with a silver, yellow gold and diamond clasp
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20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

.85 Carat Aqua Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
round salt water pearls and a dangle natural Tennessee River fresh water pearl with 28 rose cut accent
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
water pearls of 8 mm. x 6 mm. (average) – 17 natural salt water pearls ranging from 2.5 mm. to 4 mm. in
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
Edwardian Early Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace
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H 1.34 in W 0.48 in L 20.87 in
Victorian 2.60 CT Ceylon Natural Sapphire Pearl Russian Locket
Located in Napoli, IT
wisher treasured inside It is adorned with a superb daisy design composed by 10 natural salt water split
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Antique 1870s Russian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
totalling approx .80 Ct (by spread) – salt water cultured pearls ranging from3 to 6.5 mm. Measures: pendant
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
Victorian Large Amethyst Diamond Fly Pearl Chain Necklace
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H 2.17 in W 1.46 in L 23.63 in
Fine Tahitian Pearl Necklace Multicolor Strong Lustre White Gold Clasp
Located in München, DE
(salt water cultured pearls) from French Polynesia Colors: Multicolor Shape: Round Weight: approx. 59
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Gold

Art deco Akoya pearl necklace 18K gold diamond clasp
Located in Versailles, FR
strand Akoya salt water pearl necklace, consisting of 121 rounded pearls, dated back to the Art Deco era
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "Five Pearls Choker" Necklace Sterling Silver in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
925 sheet, lost wax elements and premium quality natural salt water pearls. Materials: Sterling
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Natural Saltwater Pearl & 4.52 CTW Diamond Pendant Brooch in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
2225741364 stating the pearls are Salt Water, Natural, and showing no indications of treatment. Pendant
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian rare 18 KT Split Pearl Necklace and Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 old mine cut diamond of approx .10 Ct – natural salt water pearls ranging in
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Antique 1840s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Late Art Deco Pearl Soutoir Rare Necklace 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: assay and sponsor on the clasp Gems: 22 natural salt water cultured pearls of 7/7.5 mm. in
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "Five Pearls Choker" Necklace 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
sheet, lost wax elements and premium quality natural salt water pearls. Materials: 18 Karat Gold and
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Single Pearl Strand 2.90 Ct Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
beautiful single strand of graduated salt water Pearls going from 8.8 to 5 mm. – good roundness, nice skin
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
Located in Napoli, IT
holds five strands of 4.2 mm. Japanese salt sea water, all even, perfectly matched lustrous Pearls with
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Vintage 1970s British Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
Estate Pearl Sautoir Necklace Earrings Ruby Diamond Suit
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W 0.79 in Dm 0.91 in L 29.53 in
Betony Vernon "17 Pearls Parure" Necklace Bracelet Ring 18 Karat Gold in Stock
By Betony Vernon
Located in Rome, IT
handcrafted using 18 Karat gold sheet, lost wax elements and premium quality natural salt water pearls
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1990s Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop. Eight principle
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
with translucent varicoloured Guilloché enamel with a natural salt water pearl drop. Eight principle
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold

Art Deco Three Strand Baroque Shaped Pearl Necklace Ruby Diamond Large Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
Gems: 3 strands of salt water cultured pearls ranging in diameter from 6 to10 mm. – 31 old European cut
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Long Triple Strand Pearl, Platinum, Gold and Diamond Fringe Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Natural Salt Water Pearls ap. 3.6 to 2.4 mm., old-mine cut diamonds, c. 1905. Length 35 3/8 inches
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Antique Early 19th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Coral Diamond Pearl Signed Ghelli Cornetto Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
.40 Ct (H/I1) – 1 baroque salt water pearl of 18 x 15 mm. Measures: 84 x 31 mm. without bail (h. x w
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Platinum Diamond Single Pearl Strand
Located in Napoli, IT
; comprising one single strand of round ( 6 mm. average) cultured salt water Pearls of subtle white cream
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Pearl Single Strand Sapphire Diamond 18 Kt Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
of 5 mm. round in shape cultured salt water Pearls prizing good lustre and silky sheen with subtle
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Belle Epoque 1.80 Ct Diamond Pearl 18 Kt Levaliere Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
1.10 Ct (G-VS/SI)– 50 rose cut diamonds totaling approx .70 Ct (by spread) – 1 natural salt water pearl
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Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Belle Epoque 1.80 Ct Diamond Pearl 18 Kt Levaliere Brooch
Belle Epoque 1.80 Ct Diamond Pearl 18 Kt Levaliere Brooch
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H 1.7 in W 1.86 in L 17.72 in
19th Century Heart Carved Moonstone 1.40 Ct Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Pearls are natural salt sea baby size Marvelous example comes in perfect antique condition Further
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, 10k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl Rare Brooch Pendant 18 KT/Silver
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 3 salt water pearls 1 cultured and two natural pearls of 7.3 mm. – 6 mm. and 5 mm
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Seven Seas Pearls. Mr. Hajjar, with offices in Los Angeles and Tokyo, deals only in salt water pearls
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18...

2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
2.8ct Diamond Pendant in Platinum w South Sea Pearl Drop & 18K White Gold Chain
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H 2.96 in W 0.79 in Dm 0.52 in L 15.87 in
Edwardian Natural Basra Pearl Single Strand Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
gold and silver, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 strand of natural -not cultured- salt water pearls
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian More Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold

Antique Miniature Diamond Rare Huge Natural Basra Pearl Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Finally embellished by a large sized, Natural Not Nucleated Salt Sea Basra Pearl which is a rarity by its
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold

Edwardian 1.80 Carat Diamond Natural Pearl Lavaliere Necklace Brooch of Beauty
Located in Napoli, IT
spread) – 1 natural salt water pearl of 5 mm. in diameter highlighting with lively sparkle and shimmering
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl 4.50 Carat Diamond Star Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
natural - not nucleated-sea pearl with rose cut Diamondsa as complementary gemstones. Approx 4.50 ct of
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl

Early Edwardian Rare Diamond Pearl Emerald Swag Necklace, circa 1900
Located in Napoli, IT
: 7 natural salt water pearls of 8 mm. x 6 mm. (average) – 17 natural salt water pearls ranging from
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1.90 Carat Diamond Natural Pearl Pendant Brooch Aigrette Platinum Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
natural salt water Pearls - not nucleated - ranging in size from 4 1/2 to 5 mm. beautiful lustre Back has
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Pearl Gold Garland Necklace
Located in Toronto, Ontario
gold back. Hand crafted and set with Diamonds, Natural Pearls and Round and Teardrop Cultured Salt
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Duomo Pendant with White Diamonds and Natural Pearls
By Djoya
Located in Hong Kong, HK
exquisite pendant and the chain linked with natural salt water pearls in 18K gold. Material: 18K gold Heart
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Eare Boxed 7.0 Carat Diamond Pearl Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
gold Hallmarks: assay Gems: 1 strand of 72 natural cultured salt water pearls ranging in diameter from
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Fine Quality Single Strand Japanese Pearl Flower Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Below Metal: 18 Kt white gold Hallmarks: assay and maker Gems: 1 strand of natural cultured salt water
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Elegant French Belle Epoque Platinum Diamond Pearl Necklace So-Called Négligé
Located in Antwerp, BE
diamonds in this jewel are 100% guaranteed to be natural! Precious stones: One cultured drop shaped salt
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Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Early Victorian Rare 18 KT Split Pearl Necklace and Brooch Pendant Demi Parure
Located in Napoli, IT
diamond of approx .10 Ct – natural salt water pearls ranging in diameter from 1 mm. to 3.5 mm. Measures
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Antique Early 19th Century Early Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Italian 18th Century Bow Perl Garnet Necklace, Georgian Era Rococo Bow
Located in Rottedam, NL
and natural sea water pearls. The pearls are drilled and wired to the body of the necklace using a
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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Triple Strand Cultured Pearls Rose Cut Diamond Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: Swedish assay Gems: 3 strands of natural salt water cultured pearls ranging in diameter from 2.1
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

18 Karat White Gold Envy Necklace with 12.3 Carats Red Faceted Opaque Diamonds
By Djoya
Located in Hong Kong, HK
connected to red opaque diamond by a spindle formed of natural salt water pearls. The relation between the
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Cert Natural Salt Water Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
interlocking ovular links. This exquisite diamond and natural pearl necklace secures by a spring-ring clasp and
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, Italy
Natural Salt Water Certified Pearl of 28.10 carat in a diamond frame with a laurel wreath, flowers and
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Art Deco Natural Salt Water Pearl & Diamond Multi Strand Necklace
Located in MIAMI, FL
of the pinctada species. Each pearl in the necklace measures 2.27 mm to 2.83 mm. To find natural salt
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels GIA Natural Pearl Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
states the necklace has been designed with ninety-eight natural salt water pearls that descend in size
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco More Necklaces

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Emerald, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

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Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate natural salt water pearl necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and platinum — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 31 vintage or 1 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect natural salt water 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a natural salt water pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Betony Vernon, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. See these pages for an old mine cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and ball cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a natural salt water 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 Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace?

Prices for a natural salt water pearl necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,350 and can go as high as $180,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $12,188.

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.