$176Sale Price|20% Off
H 3.5 in L 23.5 in
LB offers Paua Shell SS Abstract Pendant Glass Peacock Pearls Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
necklace. A double strand of Peacock freshwater pearls, vintage faceted green glass beads, square cut Paua
Sterling Silver
$4,295
H 16.54 in W 11.03 in D 6.3 in
Pair of “Paua” model wall lights. Contemporary work. LS59421708J
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Pair of “Paua” model wall lights, in brass and abalone mother-of-pearl, hammered and varnished
Mother-of-Pearl
Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
pearl is embedded –but minimally concealed- in a leaf-like gold design set with paua shell (mother-of
Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, White...
Tahitian Black Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
leaf-like gold design set with tinted paua shell (mother-of-pearl) topped by crystal, and diamonds
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Black Pearl 17mm and Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
gold design set with tinted paua shell (mother-of-pearl) and topped by crystal and diamonds, lending
Crystal, White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl 17 x 15mm Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
. The pearl is embedded –but minimally concealed- in a leaf-like gold design set with paua shell (mother
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...
South Sea Pearl 18 x 17mm Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
paua shell (mother-of-pearl) topped by crystal, and diamonds. It is accompanied by a delicate multi
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$375
H 6.75 in W 14 in D 9 in
Vintage to Antique Wood Box with Hidden Compartments Marquetry Inlay MOP
Located in Greer, SC
Intriguing antique hand crafted wood box with marquetry top. This decorative box features paua
Abalone, Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Unavailable
H 1.58 in W 5.52 in D 1.58 in Dm 5.52 in L 11.03 in
Sylvia Gottwald, Paua eco -luxe Pearl Pendant on Choker Necklace
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
Paua ,eco-luxe Pearl Pendant ,on choker Necklace, consists of Paua Pearl in hand twisted round
Pearl, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
H 6.7 in W 5.52 in D 1.19 in Dm 5.91 in L 12.6 in
Sylvia Gottwald, Paua , eco-luxe Pearl Pendant , on choker Necklace.
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
Paua ,eco-luxe Pearl Pendant ,on choker Necklace, consists of Paua Pearl in hand twisted Romboid
Pearl, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
W 4.34 in D 1.19 in Dm 5.91 in L 12.6 in
Sylvia GOTTWALD, Paua , eco-luxe Pearl Pendant , on choker Necklace.
By Sylvia Gottwald
Located in Washington DC, DC
Paua ,eco-luxe Pearl Pendant ,on choker Necklace, consists of Paua Pearl and hand twisted Silver
Pearl, Silver, Stainless Steel
Paul Amey 18k Gold, Diamond and Paua Shell Pendant
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
cultured pearls and paua shell. The pendant is a Paul Amey signature ‘molten edge’ design completely
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Paul Amey 18k Gold, Diamond and Paua Shell Ring
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
“Pacific Opals” ring is made from 18K yellow gold, platinum, diamonds, 4.5mm Keshi pearl, 3 cultured pearls
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable
W 2.45 in D 0.4 in L 5.52 in
Paul Amey 9k and Diamond Caviar "Paua" Spoon with Rest Handcrafted by Artisan
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
Zealand paua shell, with the paua shell being inlaid into the mother of pearl. There are various diamonds
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
H 2.05 in W 1.66 in Dm 1.97 in
Paul Amey "Constellation" Pendant in Sterling Silver and 9K Gold and Lapis
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
-carved in Sterling Silver, it features a captivating combination of hand-carved mother of pearl and a
Diamond, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver
Michael Kneebone Burmese Zircon Paua Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Seven Paua pearls (a form of abalone) from Indonesia are strung together and studded with bezel set
Zircon, 14k Gold
Michael Kneebone Paua Shell Pearl Mixed Gemstone Bead Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Paua shell pearls form the foundation for this spectacular necklace. Paua is the Maori name given
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18...
Michael Kneebone Burmese Zircon Paua Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Seven Paua pearls (a form of abalone) from Indonesia are strung together and studded with bezel set
Pearl, Zircon, 14k Gold
AJD 19 Inch Gift from the Sea Necklace of Multi Color Paua Shell Gift Idea!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gift from the Sea Necklace of Multi color Paua Shell focal and dyed 10mm Pearls with blue, green
Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Ella Gafter White Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
design set with paua shell (mother-of-pearl) topped by crystal, and diamonds. It is accompanied by an 18
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White...
paua leaves, fresh water pearl rondelles and abalone shards
By Deborah Liebman
Located in Kansas City, MO
paua leaves, fresh water pearl rondelles and abalone shards necklace in sterling silver
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
$555 / item
H 11.03 in W 6.7 in D 4.34 in
1970's Cast Brass Rectangular Wall Light, Frosted Quadrant Pattern Glass Shade
By Industrial Design
Located in Leicester, Leicestershire
These vintage cast brass rectangular wall lights feature a decorative frosted quadrant pattern diffusion glass shade making these industrial bulkhead fixtures highly distinctive. R...
Brass
$2,700
H 21.5 in W 17.5 in D 8.5 in
Japanese Marquetry Hanging or Table Cabinet, Meiji Period, c. 1900, Japan
Located in Austin, TX
A large and remarkable Japanese lacquer and marquetry decorated table or hanging cabinet, Meiji Period, circa 1900, Japan. The cabinet of square form surmounted by an arched top wit...
Metal, Brass, Copper
$3,700 / set
H 15.75 in W 5.32 in D 3.75 in
Pair of Wall Lights Sconces by J.T. Kalmar, Brass Clear Milk Murano Glass, 1970s
By J.T. Kalmar, Kalmar Lighting, Mazzega, Fontana Arte
Located in Hausmannstätten, AT
A pair of large wall lights model 'Ango' by Kalmar, Austria, manufactured in Mid-Century, circa 1970. A polished brass backplate holds a clear, white or mother-of-pearl-colored angle...
Brass
Kangxi Famille Verte Porcelain Large Dish, Qing Dynasty, 17th/18th c
Located in Austin, TX
A large and magnificent Chinese famille verte enameled porcelain large dish or charger, Qing Dynasty, Kangxi Period (1662 - 1722), circa 1700, China. The shallow, shaped dish of fo...
Enamel
$1,815 / item
Heart garnet Eternity Ring in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k gold ring with heart natural garnets. Heart garnet eternity ring band. Valentines gift jewelry. Full circle of hearts. January birthstone ring. Heart Garnet gold ring. Love ring....
Garnet, 14k Gold
Pair of Pink Torchere Sconces
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian torchere wall sconces with hand blown pink Murano glass cone shade mounted on brass frames / Made in Italy 1 light / E26 or E27 type / max 60W Measures: height 29.5 inches, w...
Brass
Saporiti Large Sofa in Structured Turquoise Upholstery
By Saporiti
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Saporiti, sofa, fabric, metal, Italy, 1950s Large sofa manufactured by Saporiti. This sofa is designed to be comfortable, soft and inviting. It has three seats with round sloping ar...
Metal
Pair of Natural Rose Quartz Rock Crystal Lamps
Located in New York, NY
Pair of Natural Rose Quartz Rock Crystal Quartz Lamp, created by Phoenix Gallery, NYC. To the rock crystal: 12" H. (Lampshade not included)
Rock Crystal
Gondola Sofa by Karl-Erik Ekselius for J.O. Carlsson
By Karl-Erik Ekselius, J.O. Carlsson, Adrian Pearsall
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Long Mid-Century Modern sofa designed by Karl-Erik Ekselius. Sculpted walnut frame in the style of Adrian Pearsall's Gondala sofa, with three wide cushions and cane arms. Please con...
Walnut
$4,095
H 29.14 in W 50.01 in D 19.89 in
Antique Mother of Pearl Soapstone Geisha Girl Carved Chinese Chinoiserie Bench
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning antique Chinese Chinoiserie, hand made bench or window seat with gold Dragon upholstery and Soapstone & Mother of Pearl Geisha Girl d...
Soapstone
$10,800
H 30 in W 50 in D 20 in
Moroccan 1900s Bench with Arching Backrest and Mother-of-Pearl Star Inlay
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Moroccan wooden bench with arched backrest, latticework and mother-of-pearl star inlay. This Moroccan wooden bench, dating back to circa 1900, exudes a sense of traditional eleganc...
Mother-of-Pearl, Wood
Large Chandelier by Paavo Tynell
By Paavo Tynell, Idman Oy
Located in Long Island City, NY
Large, 10 Lights Chandelier designed by Paavo Tynell for Idman Oy, Finland, circa 1950th. Polished brass with opaline glass shades. Similar example is featured at Idman Oy Catalogue....
Brass
$5,445 / set
H 7.09 in Dm 22.84 in
Set of Two Wall Lamps or Sconces Chakra by Gregorio Spini for Kundalini, Italy
By Gregorio Spini, Kundalini
Located in Munich, DE
Set of two rare and elegant wall lamps or sconces 'Chakra'. Designed by Gregorio Spini for Kundalini, Italy, 2000s. Makers label on the bulb socket. Executed in fiberglass and met...
Metal
Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Leather Cord Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl pendant features a Tahitian pearl of approximately 14 x 16mm size from the waters of French Polynesia. The pearl is untreated. It displays a lovely nacre a “peacoc...
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2 Documented Art Deco Monumental Glass and Bronze Lanterns
Located in Queens, NY
2 Art Deco monumental bronze 8 sided lanterns with tiered etched & beaded glass panels with an extension (Provenance: Philadelphia Municipal Auditorium) (PRICED EACH) Each fixture h...
Bronze
$45,981
H 15.75 in W 31.5 in D 31.5 in
Italian Flush Mount in Murano Glass Multi color Elements by Giovanni Dalla Fina
By Vintage Murano Gallery
Located in Villaverla, IT
Italian Flush Mount in Murano Glass Multi color Elements by Giovanni Dalla Fina This outstanding massive Murano glass flush mount celebrates the beauty of colors and the perfection o...
Chrome
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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With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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