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Vintage Old Baltic Amber Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This necklace features a lovely strand of genuine Baltic Healing Amber irregular beads. They are
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Mid-20th Century Russian Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Amber, Silver
14K White Gold Vintage Old European Diamond Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Vintage ladies' 14k white gold and diamond necklace.
Stamped 14k and weighs 2.8 grams gross weight
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Mid-20th Century Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Old High Fashion set, BROOCH NECKLACE and EARRINGS, vintage
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old PARURE:
BROOCH NECKLACE and EARRINGS with Clips,
100% High Fashion, exceptional
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1950s French Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Robert GOOSSENS Paris, magnificent old necklace, vintage, High Fashion
By Robert Goossens
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
by High Fashion designer Robert GOOSSENS,
total length 42 cm
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1950s French Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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W 0.52 in L 16.54 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old NECKLACE,
vintage from the 50s,
multi-color glass cabochons,
haute couture designer
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old NECKLACE,
vintage from the 50s,
multi-color glass cabochons,
haute couture designer
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
Françoise MONTAGUE Paris, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage from the 50s
By Francoise Montague
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
glass beads, rhinestones,
exceptional quality work,
by
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
Françoise MONTAGUE Paris, Beautiful old NECKLACE, vintage from the 50s
By Francoise Montague
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
by FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE,
necklace length 40 cm, weight 50 g
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1950s French Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
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Mixed Metal
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H 3.94 in L 15.75 in
Robert GOOSSENS Paris, magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage, glass, High Fashion
By Robert Goossens
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
by High Fashion designer Robert GOOSSENS,
length 94 cm, weight
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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L 37.01 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
multi-colored glass cabochons,
High Fashion designer CIS
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 1.38 in D 0.6 in L 15.36 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
rhinestones,
High Fashion designer CIS countess Cissy
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
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Mixed Metal
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H 2.37 in L 15.36 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
50s vintage,
High Fashion designer CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA,
total
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
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H 1.97 in W 2.56 in L 23.63 in
CIS countess Cissy ZOLTOWSKA, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage, High Fashion
By Countess Cis Zoltowska
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
vintage from the 1950s, very early in Zoltowska's career,
High Fashion
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1950s French Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
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Mixed Metal
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H 0.99 in L 16.15 in
Massive Vintage Old Pawn Sterling Silver + Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Sparks, NV
Spectacular vintage Navajo squash blossom with 17 turquoise stones. A truly stunning piece of
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20th Century American Native American Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Françoise MONTAGUE Paris, Magnificent old massive NECKLACE, vintage from the 60s
By Francoise Montague
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Magnificent old massive NECKLACE,
60s vintage,
glass beads, rhinestones,
exceptional quality work
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1960s French Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
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L 14.97 in
TRIFARI Alfred Philippe Gripoix, old NECKLACE, cast glass paste flowers, vintage
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE,
petals in white cast glass, green leaves in enamelled metal, Gripoix glass
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1940s American Artist Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 1.78 in D 0.6 in L 15.36 in
Art Deco Old European Diamond & Ruby Cab Vintage 14K White Gold Necklace
Located in Addison, TX
The Art Deco 14K White Gold Diamond & Ruby Filigree Necklace is a stunning tribute to the glamour
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1930s Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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W 0.58 in L 14.51 in
Vintage 18k White Gold 3.05ctw Old Euro Diamond Open Burst Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous, vintage, floral snowflake pendant was crafted from solid 18k white gold. It features
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1960s Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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H 1.53 in W 1.23 in
Vintage Art Deco Era GIA Certified Aquamarine and Old Euro Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
GIA-certified Art Deco Aquamarine Necklace, a mesmerizing blend of intricate filigree platinum
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1930s European Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
Retro Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Necklace in 18K Rose Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Vintage Retro Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Retro Emerald Cabochon and
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1940s North American Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Drop Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphire IGI Certified
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Yellow Gold Drop Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphire, IGI Certified, is a breathtaking
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20th Century German Modern Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Vintage Mid Century Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Diamond Vintage Mid Century Necklace in Yellow Gold
Introducing an exquisite Vintage Mid Century
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Late 20th Century Modern Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Vintage Aquamarine & Diamond Necklace 20g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' vintage aquamarine and diamond necklace in white gold.
The gold is not stamped and tests
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Mid-20th Century Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Whiting Davis rare vintage mesh bib necklace, 1980s
By Whiting & Davis
Located in New York, NY
vintage items are at least 20 years old, many much older. The piece will not be perfect. I do my best to
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1980s American Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Givenchy vintage double chain necklace, 1992
By Givenchy
Located in New York, NY
Vintage gold-tone double chain necklace with faux pearls from 1992 Givenchy 40th anniversary
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1990s French Neoclassical Old Vintage Necklaces
Navajo Native American Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Old pawn vintage Southwest Navajo Indian sterling silver turquoise squash blossom necklace. No
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Mid-20th Century American Navajo Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Rolled Gold with Cabachons Necklace Circa 1960's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Rolled Gold With Cabochons Necklace Circa 1960's. Again, one of the most gorgeous necklaces
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1960s American Modern Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 29 in W 0.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 6 in L 29 in
Single Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond White Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
1900s.
This vintage and antique cultured pearl necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold
Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Necklace with Milgrain in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
milgrain accents add a vintage touch. Perfect for adding a touch of old-world glamour to any ensemble, this
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
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L 17.75 in
Karl Lagerfeld vintage runway coin wax seal necklace, 1990s
By Karl Lagerfeld
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Karl Lagerfeld runway gold-plated wax coin KL logo seal necklace.
Reversible. KL on one
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1990s French Byzantine Old Vintage Necklaces
Double Strand Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage double strand cultured pearl necklace with an antique 0.84 carat
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20th Century Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Necklace Vintage Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain 20.5" Heavy 33.1 Grams!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...HEAVY 14K SOLID GOLD VINTAGE CUBAN LINK NECKLACE!
This
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20th Century Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.2 in L 20.48 in
Vintage Emerald and 1.54 Carat Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive vintage emerald and
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1980s Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co 18K Necklace Vintage Solid Gold Choker Omega Chain Fine Authentic
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...LUXURY. TIFFANY & CO. 18K SOLID GOLD VINTAGE OMEGA CHOKER
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20th Century Modern Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
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W 6 in L 16 in
Vintage 3 Row 7.3mm-3.55m Graduated Cultured Pearl Necklace With Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
This beautiful vintage 3-row 7.3mm-3.55mm cultured pearl necklace is set with a 14ct white gold
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Late 20th Century Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
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L 16.5 in
1960s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1960s cultured pearl and 0.02Ct diamond, 18k white gold necklace; part of our
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1960s Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cathy Gins for Accessocraft gold-tone necklace
By Accessocraft
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cathy Gins for Accessocraft gold-tone necklace in the form of a massive medallion on a gold
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1970s American Aesthetic Movement Old Vintage Necklaces
14K Yellow Gold Large Omega Link Necklace, Diamond Pendant, 83.7g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
necklace with vintage diamond pendant.
Stamped 14k Italy and weighs 83.7 grams.
The pendant is set with old
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
-Pique clarity and G-H-I color.
Totally necklace lenght is 57 cm.
Original vintage item about 70 years
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1960s European Retro Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of
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1980s Unknown Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Emerald and Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
components of an authentic Art Deco necklace and boasts a wonderful array of round emeralds and old cut
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1930s Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Single Strand Pearl Necklace Diamond Gold Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
eighty-seven vintage 1970's cultured pearls.
The necklace secures with an antique pierced decorated
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1970s Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Santo Domingo Beaded Coral Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
, Indian, Santa Domingo, handmade, necklace, beaded, beaded necklace, vintage, western, traditional
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Sterling Silver
Vintage Multi Strand Lapis Lazuli Coral Torsade Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing a stunning 12-strand beaded necklace made of vintage natural Afghan lapis lazuli and
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1970s Italian Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold Plate
18K Yellow Gold Cameo Pendant Italian Vintage Necklace, Curb Links, 44cm long.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Italian vintage necklace is a treasure to behold:
Crafted from 18K yellow gold,
it features
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1970s Italian Retro Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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L 17.33 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Eight 8 Strands Milk White Glass Bead Layer Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1962 Eight 8 Strands Milk White Glass Bead Layer Chunky Statement Necklace
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1960s German Artisan Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
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W 1.19 in L 18.31 in
1940s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage Art Deco necklace is exceptional quality set with very high color graded, very well color matched
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1940s French Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gold Tone Lariat Drop Key and Faux Pearl Necklace Circa 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Lariat Drop Key and Faux Pearl Necklace Circa 1980's. This is such a chic
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1980s American Modern Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
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H 24 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 6 in L 24 in
Vintage CHANEL Grande Baroque Pearl Collar and Earrings, Early KARL LAGERFELD
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An important and highly desirable vintage chanel pearl necklace and earring suite. Attributed to
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1980s European Old Vintage Necklaces
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Dm 1.5 in L 19.49 in
Vintage Diamond Drop Pendant Made in 18karat White and Yellow Gold
Located in Webster, NY
Diamond encrusted vintage pendant necklace made with 2.38CTW of diamonds.
Total Diamond Carat
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20th Century Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Triple String Cultured Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage authentic Van Cleef & Arpels necklace features three strands of cultured
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1970s Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Santo Domingo Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
turquoise necklaces. Would complement a Southwestern or vintage eclectic look nicely. Size: 32" total length
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Late 20th Century American Native American Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Vintage Chanel Sagittarius Medallion Collar Necklace, 1984
By Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Vintage multi-strand necklace by Maison Goossens for Chanel. The necklace is made from gold plated
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1980s French Byzantine Old Vintage Necklaces
40 Carat Old Mine Colombian Drop Emerald & Baguette Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
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Experience the allure of Colombian emeralds and vintage high jewelry in this exceptional necklace.
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20th Century Colombian Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage New Zealand Bowenite Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
polished by a craftsman. The beads are much older than the necklace.
Authentic, natural color. No thermal
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20th Century New Zealand Art Deco Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold Plate
Retro 13.30 Ct Diamond Fleur De Lys Curb 18 KT Platinum Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvellous retro necklace is 1945 circa bearing Italian hallmarks of the era
Constructed of
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1940s Italian Retro Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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H 1.11 in W 1.19 in L 16.93 in
Vintage Collectible Jewelry Ethnic Indian Necklace Framed
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Collectible Jewelry Ethnic Indian necklace framed;
Vintage antique ethnic tribal old silver jewelry
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20th Century Indian Old Vintage Necklaces
Vintage DoubleSpiral Twisted SilverWire Filigree Link Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring handmade double-spiral filigree links, this vintage collar choker necklace was created by
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20th Century Greek Revival Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Silver
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W 0.75 in D 0.25 in L 13 in
Tubogas 18k Gold Diamond Necklace Retro French Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An elegant tubogas 18k gold necklace, featuring Old European cut diamonds.
It’s a gorgeous tubogas
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1950s French Old Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage Collectible Jewelry Ethnic Indian Necklace Framed
By Rajhastani
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Collectible Jewelry Ethnic Indian necklace framed;
Vintage antique ethnic tribal old silver
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20th Century Indian Anglo Raj Old Vintage Necklaces
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Metal
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Old Vintage Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs
There is a broad range of old vintage necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and mixed metal. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of old vintage necklaces bearing Art Deco or contemporary hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Maison Gripoix, Yves Saint Laurent and Chanel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 35 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut old vintage necklaces and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and bead alternatives. When shopping our range of old vintage necklaces, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Old Vintage Necklaces?
On average, old vintage necklaces at 1stDibs sell for $1,920, while they’re typically $135 on the low end and $1,400,000 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.
Questions About Old Vintage Necklaces
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage is a somewhat interpretable term for older clocks. If a clock is over 100 years old, it can officially be considered antique, but vintage is a bit more open of a term. Many collectors consider around 50 years old to be vintage, but a more open concept is that if the clock could not be reproduced today, it could be considered vintage. On 1stDibs, find an array of beautiful vintage and antique clocks.
- How old is vintage furniture?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2019
A piece of furniture must be at least 20 years old to be considered vintage.
- How old are vintage clothes?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024Vintage clothes are usually 20 years old or older. Unlike jewelry, clothing is usually not referred to as antique. As a result, people usually use the term vintage to describe all garments produced at least two decades ago. In some cases, you may see clothing that is 100 years old or more referred to as historical or period clothes. Find a wide range of vintage apparel on 1stDibs.
- How old is considered vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024How old something needs to be in order to be considered vintage is at least 20 years. For jewelry, furniture and decorative objects, vintage items are less than 100 years old; those produced more than a century ago are antique. Typically, clothing and accessories made two decades ago or more are classified as vintage, as antique is rarely applied to fashion. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of vintage apparel, jewelry, furniture and other items.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be vintage, a chair typically needs to be at least 20 years old, while a chair older than 100 years is an antique. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique, vintage and modern dining chairs from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021An old pearl necklace can cost as little as $100 to as much as $10,000 or more. There are certain factors — such as shape, size, luster and more — that determine the value of a natural or cultured pearl or a piece of pearl jewelry. Find a range of antique and vintage pearl necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Vintage costume jewelry refers to costume jewelry that is 20 to 80 years old. Jewelry, costume or otherwise, that is 100 years old is referred to as antique. The big design fair in Paris in 1900 inspired jewelers to work with inexpensive materials, and Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel and others helped popularize costume jewelry during the 1920s. The roots of costume jewelry, however, took shape at least as far back as the 18th century, when paste jewelry that featured hand-cut glass instead of gemstones first emerged. Shop a variety of vintage costume jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Opinions on how old a camera has to be to be considered vintage vary. However, the general consensus is that cameras manufactured more than 50 years ago qualify for the label. You can find a range of vintage cameras on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023To tell how old a vintage chair is, first try and locate the manufacturer's label, tag or mark. Typically, identifying markings and tags appear under cushions or on the undersides of chairs. You may find that the date of manufacturing appears on the label or tag. If not, check trusted online resources to find out when the manufacturer was in business to make an estimate of the age. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or antiques dealer to help you date a particular chair. Find an assortment of antique, vintage and modern chairs on 1stDibs.
- What makes a necklace vintage?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023To be considered vintage, a wedding dress has to be at least 20 years old. Many brides opt for vintage wedding dresses due to their timeless style and unique details. Shop a range of vintage and designer wedding dresses from some of the world's top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, a 20-year-old Rolex would be considered vintage by most people. Generally, timepieces that are at least 20 years old are thought of as vintage. And as collecting vintage watches gains steam as a hobby, other venerable brands including Patek Philippe, Breitling and Omega have been mining their archives of late, reissuing mid-century models and resurrecting design elements with retro appeal. Find a variety of Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
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