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Unusual Bohemian Czech Iris Crystal Sautoir
Unusual Bohemian Czech Iris Crystal Sautoir

Unusual Bohemian Czech Iris Crystal Sautoir

Located in New York, NY

Bohemian Czech Iris Crystal Sautoir from the 1920's. Extremely unusual necklace with bohemian glass "Iris" stones which appear as blue facets on crystal stones.

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Antonio Pineda Necklace
Antonio Pineda Necklace

Antonio Pineda Necklace

By Antoñio Pineda

Located in Darnestown, MD

Unusual necklace by silver master, Antonio Pineda, incorporating both pearls and obsidian.

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Mexican Link Necklaces

Sterling Star Bead Necklace
Sterling Star Bead Necklace

Sterling Star Bead Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual necklace composed of hollow sterling beads with rose gold washed "star" stations, 1970s Mexico.

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Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antonio Pineda Obsidian and Pearl Necklace on Silver
Antonio Pineda Obsidian and Pearl Necklace on Silver

Antonio Pineda Obsidian and Pearl Necklace on Silver

By Antoñio Pineda

Located in Darnestown, MD

Unusual necklace by silver master, Antonio Pineda, incorporating both pearls and obsidian.

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Architectural 80s Necklace
Architectural 80s Necklace

Architectural 80s Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Cool and unusual necklace from the 1980s composed of gunmetal and gilt triangular "slides" on a mesh collar base.

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Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces

Unique Sterling Silver Dancing Fairy Necklace
Unique Sterling Silver Dancing Fairy Necklace

Unique Sterling Silver Dancing Fairy Necklace

Located in Webster, SD

This beautiful and unusual necklace is sterling silver. It features detailed fairies touching toes and holding hands as if they were dancing.

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Early 2000s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Carved Rock Crystal and Gold Leaf 'Lantern' Bead Necklace
Carved Rock Crystal and Gold Leaf 'Lantern' Bead Necklace

Carved Rock Crystal and Gold Leaf 'Lantern' Bead Necklace

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

This unusual necklace has been crafted from carved rock crystal beads intercepted by wax filled gold beads, likely of antiquity.

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Antique 19th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

Tear Drop Rock Crystal Black Spinel Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Tear Drop Rock Crystal Black Spinel Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace

Tear Drop Rock Crystal Black Spinel Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace

By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.

Located in New York, NY

Very Unusual Necklace The pendant portion is 18K White Gold The chain is 14K White Gold Rock Crystal Tear Drop Stone 0.15Ct Black Spinel 0.50Ct in Diamonds G SI The pendant is 2.25" ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Spinel, Crystal, Black Spinel, Gol...

Chimento Long Gold Necklace
Chimento Long Gold Necklace

Chimento Long Gold Necklace

By Chimento

Located in Darnestown, MD

The clasp brilliantly incorporates one of the beads and includes a diamond. This unusual necklace has

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1990s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Silver and Floral Etched Amber Bead Necklace circa 1970s
Silver and Floral Etched Amber Bead Necklace circa 1970s

Silver and Floral Etched Amber Bead Necklace circa 1970s

Located in London, GB

The workmanship of this hand made necklace is of very high quality. This is a beautiful and unusual necklace, circa 1970s.

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Vintage 1970s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Silver

LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace
LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace

LB offers Rare Venetian Glass Enamel Medallion Brass Copper Silver Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

An Antique Enamel and Brass Italian Medallion is centered on the multi metal tag and vintage glass gold beads and crystals add more glamour. This is a highly unusual necklace with ve...

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Early 20th Century Italian Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper

Orange Sapphire Rose Gold Fossil (ancient ivory) Valente Necklace
Orange Sapphire Rose Gold Fossil (ancient ivory) Valente Necklace

Orange Sapphire Rose Gold Fossil (ancient ivory) Valente Necklace

By Valente

Located in Dallas, TX

By famed designer Valente, from the "Marina" collection, this fun and unusual necklace is composed of a rose gold, interlocking link chain, suspending a fossil * (ancient ivory- not ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

LB offers Bakelite Enamel Venetian and Czech Glass Crystal Ceramic GF Necklace
LB offers Bakelite Enamel Venetian and Czech Glass Crystal Ceramic GF Necklace

LB offers Bakelite Enamel Venetian and Czech Glass Crystal Ceramic GF Necklace

By Lorraine’s Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Ceramic beads, Vintage green glass calyx shaped beads, vintage cherry red glass, two tone metal beads, vintage AB green faceted crystals, and vermeil rondelles complete this very unu...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass, Enamel

Bulgari Gold Enamel and Diamonds Choker Necklace
Bulgari Gold Enamel and Diamonds Choker Necklace

Bulgari Gold Enamel and Diamonds Choker Necklace

By Bulgari

Located in Darnestown, MD

It fits a small/medium neck. This elegant and unusual necklace is a show stopper.

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace
LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace

LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

The cigarette holder is a lovely example of Art Deco craftsmanship and adds glamour and sex appeal to this unusual necklace.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace
Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace

Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace

Located in Darnestown, MD

Versatile and unusual necklace that can be worn two different ways.

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cadoro Gold-Tone Long Necklace with Hammered Ball, Circa 1980s
Vintage Cadoro Gold-Tone Long Necklace with Hammered Ball, Circa 1980s

Vintage Cadoro Gold-Tone Long Necklace with Hammered Ball, Circa 1980s

By Cadoro

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cadoro Gold-Tone Long Necklace with Ball, Circa 1980s. Very chic. This is an unusual necklace, and it's exceptionally well-made.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace
Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace

Red Enamel and Diamond Pear Shaped Pendant Necklace

Located in Darnestown, MD

Versatile and unusual necklace that can be worn two different ways.

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Enamel Disc Long Necklace, 1980s Chic
Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Enamel Disc Long Necklace, 1980s Chic

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Enamel Disc Long Necklace, 1980s Chic

By Cadoro

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Long Necklace with Enamel Disc 1980s. Very chic. This is an unusual necklace, and it's so well-made.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

LB offers Vintage Venetian glass Trade beads vintage Czech crystal bead Necklace
LB offers Vintage Venetian glass Trade beads vintage Czech crystal bead Necklace

LB offers Vintage Venetian glass Trade beads vintage Czech crystal bead Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Copper spacers add bling and the braided silk ties can be tied at any length. This is an unusual necklace can be worn alone or layer with other pieces.

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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Copper

X pearls, aquamarine and lapis lazuli necklace
X pearls, aquamarine and lapis lazuli necklace

X pearls, aquamarine and lapis lazuli necklace

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is a striking and most unusual necklace. It consists of large X form pearls.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Silver

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Medallion Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s
Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Medallion Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Medallion Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s

By Cadoro

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cadoro Gold Tone Medallion Choker Necklace Circa 1980s. Very chic. This is an unusual necklace and so well-made.

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Vintage 1980s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Victorian 14K Gold Chain Necklace w Amethyst Medallion Pendant Enhancer
Victorian 14K Gold Chain Necklace w Amethyst Medallion Pendant Enhancer

Victorian 14K Gold Chain Necklace w Amethyst Medallion Pendant Enhancer

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

This outstanding bold and intricate 10mm antique 14K+ gold chain that is constructed of interesting eight-part complex handmade links create this unusual necklace chain. This stunnin...

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Hand Carved Italian Coral and Onyx Pendant in Gold with Blackened Steel Chain
Hand Carved Italian Coral and Onyx Pendant in Gold with Blackened Steel Chain

Hand Carved Italian Coral and Onyx Pendant in Gold with Blackened Steel Chain

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This unusual necklace is made of blackened steel and features Mediterranean coral that has been hand carved into a happy Buddhist deity.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage Mosell !950's Gilt Metal Bib Necklace, Faux Baroque Pearls, Rhinestones
Vintage Mosell !950's Gilt Metal Bib Necklace, Faux Baroque Pearls, Rhinestones

Vintage Mosell !950's Gilt Metal Bib Necklace, Faux Baroque Pearls, Rhinestones

By Mosell

Located in North Miami, FL

The height is 17" L x 1 3.4" wide. A most unusual necklace for your special nights out. Wearing it will be a showstopper.

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Vintage 1950s American Egyptian Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gilt Metal

Antique 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram
Antique 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram

Antique 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This unusual necklace was created in 1875 ca. It features two round discs suspended from gold chains attached to a grooved barrel clasp.

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Antique 1870s Etruscan Revival Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold

French Empire Malachite Cameo Gold Necklace
French Empire Malachite Cameo Gold Necklace

French Empire Malachite Cameo Gold Necklace

By Baume

Located in Poitiers, FR

Consisting of golden vine leaves and bunches of grapes hinged together, the centrepiece of this unusual necklace is a malachite cameo of a grinning ‘Bacchus’.

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2010s French Empire Drop Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold

Unusual Czech Bib Necklace
Unusual Czech Bib Necklace

Unusual Czech Bib Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusually proportioned Czech necklace from the 1920s. Faceted emerald cut stones in ruby glass are suspended in a bib formation. Ruby stone in clasp as well. Metal is brass finish.La...

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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces

2.15ct Natural Diamonds Pink Sapphire 18k White and Rose gold Italian Necklace
2.15ct Natural Diamonds Pink Sapphire 18k White and Rose gold Italian Necklace

2.15ct Natural Diamonds Pink Sapphire 18k White and Rose gold Italian Necklace

Located in Aventura, FL

Designed, created and lovingly in Italyn Design, this unusual necklace is simple, pretty and will go with anything..

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold, White Gold

Unusual Rebajes Ceramic Pendant Necklace
Unusual Rebajes Ceramic Pendant Necklace

Unusual Rebajes Ceramic Pendant Necklace

By Rebajes

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Rebajes enamelled ceramic necklace of "jewelled" pendants and beads strung on gilt chain.

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Vintage 1950s American More Necklaces

Unusual French Noh Mask Necklace
Unusual French Noh Mask Necklace

Unusual French Noh Mask Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Statement necklace 1980s. France. Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces

Unusual Vendome Aurora Crystal Necklace
Unusual Vendome Aurora Crystal Necklace

Unusual Vendome Aurora Crystal Necklace

By Vendome

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Vendome Aurora Crystal Necklace which can be worn in different ways.

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Vintage 1950s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

Unusual Lucite Necklace, Les Bernard
Unusual Lucite Necklace, Les Bernard

Unusual Lucite Necklace, Les Bernard

By Les Bernard

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Lucite Necklace by Les Bernard from the 1980's.

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Vintage 1980s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Unusual Figural Celluloid Flapper Necklace
Unusual Figural Celluloid Flapper Necklace

Unusual Figural Celluloid Flapper Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual and elegant flapper necklace from the 1920s.

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Unusual Braided 2 Tone Chain Necklace
Unusual Braided 2 Tone Chain Necklace

Unusual Braided 2 Tone Chain Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Braided 2 Tone Chain Necklace from the 1980's.

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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace
Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace

Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual French Gilt Rope Bow Necklace from the 1950's.

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Vintage 1950s French Artisan Rope Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Jade Necklace 28" Fine Nephrite Highly Translucent Beads & Interlocking Rings
Jade Necklace 28" Fine Nephrite Highly Translucent Beads & Interlocking Rings

Jade Necklace 28" Fine Nephrite Highly Translucent Beads & Interlocking Rings

Located in Northampton, MA

Created by the iconic Hawaiian jeweler, Ming's, in the 1960s or 1970s, this stunning, ethereal, and highly unusual necklace features 30 10mm round beads, and 4 sets of 17-19mm interl...

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Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Unusual French Chain Multistrand Necklace
Unusual French Chain Multistrand Necklace

Unusual French Chain Multistrand Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual French Chain Multistrand Necklace composed of 3 "rope" tubes each hand wrapped in tiny gilt curb link chain.

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Vintage 1970s French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Unusual 1920's Eygptian Revival Czech Necklace
Unusual 1920's Eygptian Revival Czech Necklace

Unusual 1920's Eygptian Revival Czech Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusual and collectible eygptian revival necklace from the 1920s.

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Early 20th Century Art Deco More Necklaces

Unusual William De Lillo Turquoise Toggle Pave Necklace
Unusual William De Lillo Turquoise Toggle Pave Necklace

Unusual William De Lillo Turquoise Toggle Pave Necklace

By William De Lillo

Located in New York, NY

Striking William De Lillo Turquoise Toggle Pave Necklace from the 1960's. Unusual design with links of turquoise glass toggles set with crystals and strung on silvered seed beads wit...

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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Nouveau Style Seed Pearl and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Woven Necklace Circa 1920
Art Nouveau Style Seed Pearl and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Woven Necklace Circa 1920

Art Nouveau Style Seed Pearl and 18 Carat Yellow Gold Woven Necklace Circa 1920

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This impressive and unusual necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold.

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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Miriam Haskell Unusual Art Deco Style Crystal Necklace
Miriam Haskell Unusual Art Deco Style Crystal Necklace

Miriam Haskell Unusual Art Deco Style Crystal Necklace

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

Dramatic Miriam Haskell crystal pendant necklace in the Art Deco taste of vari shaped hand cut crystal beads and pendant drops. Further enhanced by crystal pave rhinestone spheres an...

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Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

Refreshing unusual chunky necklace of fluorite and black pearls
Refreshing unusual chunky necklace of fluorite and black pearls

Refreshing unusual chunky necklace of fluorite and black pearls

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is really a statement piece. Really an amazing and eye catching necklace This chocker necklace is made of huge polished chunks of watery colored fluorite and strung with multi...

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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Unusual Boulder Opal Silver 18k Gold necklace anniversary gift for men birthday
Unusual Boulder Opal Silver 18k Gold necklace anniversary gift for men birthday

Unusual Boulder Opal Silver 18k Gold necklace anniversary gift for men birthday

Located in Berlin, DE

Silver necklace with natural unusual Boulder Opal in a shield shape (18K gold plated) gemstone origin - Australia gem size is 0.47 x 1.10 in / 12 x 28 mm stone weight - 20.20 ct pend...

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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Unusual Boucher Enamel Necklet
Unusual Boucher Enamel Necklet

Unusual Boucher Enamel Necklet

By Marcel Boucher

Located in New York, NY

Necklace looks like a hard ribbon which floats above the clavicle.

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Vintage 1970s American More Necklaces

Unusual Fantasy Fob Pendant
Unusual Fantasy Fob Pendant

Unusual Fantasy Fob Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Novelty Fantasy Fob Pendant from the 1960's depicting 2 figures holding up a globe with decorative fleur de lis and floral elements. Colored glass cabochons are dotted throughout wit...

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Vintage 1960s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Unusual Deco Inspired Pendant
Unusual Deco Inspired Pendant

Unusual Deco Inspired Pendant

By Monet

Located in New York, NY

Unusual deco inspired tassel pendant from a 1970's point of view. Bakelite, metal and silk. Monet 1970's. 2" x 4", cord 30" Excellent condition.

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Vintage 1970s American More Necklaces

Unusual Pastel Fruit Salad Collar
Unusual Pastel Fruit Salad Collar

Unusual Pastel Fruit Salad Collar

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Pastel Fruit Salad rigid collar incorporating Trifari fruit salad cabochons from the 1980's. This design was made by Lanvin but there are no markings. A pair of hinges on bac...

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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco More Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Unusual Victorian Agate Figural Fob
Unusual Victorian Agate Figural Fob

Unusual Victorian Agate Figural Fob

Located in New York, NY

Rare Victorian Agate Figural Fob from the late 19th Century of gilt metal with striped Scottish agate. Finely detailed elk or deer motif with original bale. 1880's. 1" x 1".

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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gilt Metal

Unusual Chandelier Crystal Pendant by Accessocraft
Unusual Chandelier Crystal Pendant by Accessocraft

Unusual Chandelier Crystal Pendant by Accessocraft

By Accessocraft

Located in New York, NY

Necklace 16", Pendant 4" x 1.5".

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Vintage 1950s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

Louis Rousselet Unusual Pearl Demi Parure
Louis Rousselet Unusual Pearl Demi Parure

Louis Rousselet Unusual Pearl Demi Parure

By Louis Rousselet

Located in New York, NY

Louis Rousselet unusual choker style necklace and pendant earclips made of hand blown nacre glass beads and unusual tooth pearl pendants on both the necklace and earrings.

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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal

Unusual Faux Pearl Mid Century Collar
Unusual Faux Pearl Mid Century Collar

Unusual Faux Pearl Mid Century Collar

Located in New York, NY

Unusual Faux Pearl Mid Century Collar with baroque pearl cabochons with smoke crystals on an articulated wire. Rhodium finish. 1950's opulent glamour. USA. 16" x 1".

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Vintage 1950s American Artisan Link Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

Unusual Double Sided Victorian Paste Heart
Unusual Double Sided Victorian Paste Heart

Unusual Double Sided Victorian Paste Heart

Located in New York, NY

Lovely and Unusual Victorian Paste Puffy Heart from the late 19th Century. Usually these paste set hearts are hollow on the back, but, this version is rendered paveed completely in t...

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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Emeralds and Yellow Gold Enhanced Necklace
Emeralds and Yellow Gold Enhanced Necklace

Emeralds and Yellow Gold Enhanced Necklace

Located in BARI, IT

This unusual enhanced necklace is handmade in Italy, realized in yellow gold and faceted emeralds.

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Early 2000s Italian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Unusual Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact unusual necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Silver, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect unusual necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An unusual necklace from Bulgari, Aria Jewelry Design and Elaine Silverstein — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An unusual necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 15, is particularly popular. See these pages for a mixed cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also bead cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an unusual necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Unusual Necklace?

The price for an unusual necklace starts at $148 and tops out at $325,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,500.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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