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Pearl bead necklace with lock set with diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt bicolour lock set with 0.20 ct diamond on a pearl necklace - 40 cm detailed description The
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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Pearl Necklace with gold lock set with diamonds 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolor gold lock set with single cut diamonds up to . 0.80ct - G/H - VS/SI - on a 2-strand
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2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold and silver lock set with diamonds on a pearl bead necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold with silver clasp set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct on a two-row pearl necklace - 38
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Platinum Diamond Lock on Japanese Akoya Degradé Pearl Necklace 5.6 mm -9 mm
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Diamond Lock on Japanese Akoya Degradé Pearl Necklace Pearls: 74 Akoya Pearls from 5.6
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20th Century French Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Necklace pearl beads with white gold lock set with sapphire and diamonds 14k
Located in The Hague, ZH
Pearl necklace with a 14k clasp set with sapphire and single/brilliant cut diamond 0.60 ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl with Diamond 18 Karat Gold Lock
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 0.21 carat 18 Karat Gold Lock Width: 1.3 cm Length: 47.0 cm (18.5
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl with Diamond 18 Karat Gold Lock
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 18 Karat Gold Lock
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W 0.52 in L 18.51 in
necklace of Pearl with a lock with ruby and diamonds 10k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
10k yellow gold with silver lock set with ruby ​​and rose diamonds on a pearl necklace - 60 cm long
Category

Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Akoya Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fanciful necklace with drops of perfectly lustrous drop shaped Akoya pearls separated by round
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Gold lock with diamonds on an pearl bead chain 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold clasp with single cut diamond, total 0.10 carat F/G VS/SI, on 7 rows of pearl
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold lock with diamonds on an pearl bead chain 14k bicolour gold
Gold lock with diamonds on an pearl bead chain 14k bicolour gold
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H 0.36 in W 0.75 in L 15.75 in
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 0.01 Carat in 18 Karat Gold Lock
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Diamond 0.01 carat in 18 Karat Gold Lock Width: 1.2 cm Length: 88.0 cm (34.6
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Pearls Diamonds 2.5 Carat Necklace AAA Quality, 2020
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Pearl Diamonds Necklace AAA 2.5ct, 2020 Very unusual Pearl Necklace with a 2.5 Ct of Diamonds
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 kt. White Gold Pearl Necklace With Large South Sea Pearl, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent, Eye Catching 18 kt. White Gold Pearl Necklace With Large South Sea Pearl, Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Pearl chain with lock set with ruby and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold with silver clasp set with ruby ​​and rose diamonds on a three-strand pearl beaded
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Antique 1880s Dutch Early Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Multi-Color South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pearls and Tahitian pearls. This single strand necklace has a secure hidden lock. A 14K yellow gold
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1960s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
diamond is has H-I-J-K color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Totally lenght is pearl part necklace 39 cm. Lock Part
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace Amethyst Heart Circa 1960
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful vintage pearl lavaliere necklace from the mid 20th century featuring two strands of
Category

Vintage 1960s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic Cluster Necklace with Pearls and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
necklace offers an approximate 6 carats of pearls, 0.85 carats of diamonds, and an 18 inch chain with loops
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Estate Designer Tahitian Pearl Diamond Steel Cable Necklace
Located in Overland Park, KS
18k Designer Tahitian Pearl Diamond Steel Cable Necklace Listed is a very chic modern 18k/steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Clarissa Bronfman "Metamorphosis" 14k Gold Diamond Pearl Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Our signature Symbol Tree Necklaces are each unique and made to be versatile. Attaches to 17" Brown
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tiger's Eye...

Tannler of Switzerland 18KT Gold, 8.50 Carat Diamond Hearts and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Feel like a princess in this beautiful 18 karat white gold, diamond and pearl necklace created by
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1990s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 kt. White Gold Akoya Degradé Pearls and Diamonds 3 Strand Necklace
By Lenti 1963
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificant Akoya Pearls 3 Strand Degradé Necklace With 18 kt. White Gold Lenti Lock with Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Ombré Tahitian Pearl White Diamond Gold Oxidized Silver Necklace, Atelier Zobel
By Atelier Zobel
Located in Dallas, TX
Tahitian pearls that ascend in color from black to silver. The necklace features a detachable and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Rope Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Orient...

French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Beautiful and very delicate necklace, created in England
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gol...

Edwardian 1910 Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds And Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque pearls necklace. Extremely chic and very delicate necklace, created in
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, P...

Diamond and Cultured Tahitian Silver Pearl 14 Karat White Gold Station Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Contemporary diamond and pearl station necklace will make an elegant statement on the neck. The
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

3.03 Carat Natural Akoya Pearls and Diamonds Riviera Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pearls & Diamonds Riviera Necklace 3.03ct. Natural Round brilliant diamonds. F/G colors Vs-2
Category

2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Statin Brushed Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K Yellow Gold with satin brushed finish 0.10 carats Diamonds F/VS South Sea Pearl AAA Quality Very
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Necklace Natural Pearls Diamonds Emeralds solid 18K Gold /40cm/ 5.6gr
Located in SE
Fine ca. early XX cent. Necklace featuring a beautiful set of 99 gradually sized natural Pearls
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Gilbert Albert 1970 Organic Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Diamonds And Pearl
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace designed by Gilbert Albert (1930-2019). Magnificent and very rare necklace, created in
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Gold,...

Edwardian 1910 Pearl Drop Y Shape Necklace in 18kt Gold with European Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
-set old mine-cut diamonds, culminating below with a single semi round white river pearl. It was
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Tiffany & Co. Akoya Pearls Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Vvs Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pearls necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. Exceptional classic necklace, created in New York city
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Retro Gold Necklace 7.5 Carat Natural Round Colorless Diamond & Pearl circa 1950
Located in Los Angeles, CA
up when the lock is released. It is set with 12 baguette diamonds and the remaining 152 diamonds are
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Mother Of Pearl Sapphire Pearl Diamond Sterling Silver Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
pendant - sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl This listing comes with a complimentary silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Ella Gafter Pearl Opera Length Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The quadruple pearl necklace set consists of 9 original strands of Japanese pearls of lovely nacre
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Opera Length Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The triple pearl necklace set consists of 6 original strands of Japanese pearls of lovely nacre
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Opera Length Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The opera length triple pearl necklace set consists of 6 original strands of Japanese pearls of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant & Red Gold "Alonso" Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Otto Lock consisting of gold/diamonds that can open and close securely. On the bottom backside
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Rose Gold with Gemstones and Baroque South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
, and diamonds. The end of the necklace is completed with a 17mm baroque south sea pearl. The necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature Mother Of Pearl Diamond Pearl Multi Gem Gold Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
OTTO lock that opens and closes securely allowing pendant to be used on various chains/cords/necklaces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Rose Gold with Gemstones and a Baroque South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
, and diamonds. The end of the necklace is completed with a 17mm baroque south sea pearl. The necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose ...

Mid Century Double Strand Pearls with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This elegant double strand pearl necklace is made of 170 7 mm cultured pearls of fine quality with
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Semi Precious Rondelles and Cultured Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Retro 18 karat yellow gold day to evening necklace. This necklace is designed with gold and Diamond
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1990s Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Topaz, Peridot, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Citrine, Amethyst, ...

Crescent Pendant Pearls Old-Mine Diamonds Rock Crystal, 1930
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Pearls Old-Mine Diamonds Crescent pendant. Created around 1930. Fine and delicate Pearls Old-mine
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Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal

Antique Necklace Natural Seed Pearls solid 18K Gold / 37cm/ 1.8 gr
Located in SE
Antique,ca late 18th - early 19th century hand-made necklace, Egyptian revival styled or could be
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Large Victorian, Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Shaped Locket. Beautifully Handmade, Set with Natural Seed Pearls, Turquoise & Rose Cut Diamonds
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Tubular Diamond Cable Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Tubular Cable Necklace 16 Inches (wearable length) 4 Natural South Seas Pearls 4mm 3mm Tube
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2010s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Clarissa Bronfman 18k14k Gold Diamond Garnet Polki Diamond Enamel Heart Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
charm 14k gold diamond dove charm Enamel garnet pearl charm Adjustable length with lobster lock
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman 18k 14k Gold Diamond Garnet Polki Diamond Flower Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
charm 14k gold diamond dove charm Enamel garnet pearl charm Adjustable length with lobster lock Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Diamond, Amber, Sterling Silver, Vermeil, 18k Gold, 14k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Sapphire Diamond Pearl Silver Pendant on Gold Silver Chain 18"
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl Chain consists of: - 925 sterling silver - 14k gold plate
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, ...

Antique Necklace natural 25ctw. Amethyst Pearls 850 Gilt Silver/ 43cm/16.5 gr
Located in SE
Pearls framed into chained clusters of solid Gilt Silver. Hallmarks on C-lock part 850, unclear maker's
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold

1916 Antique Necklace solid 18K Gold Filigree Citrine River Pearl / 7.7 gr
Located in SE
. Small Seed Pearl makes this design complete. Original period chains and V-lock. Length is 43 cm . The
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Early 20th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Gubelin 1920 Art Deco Necklace Enameled Watch In Platinum With European Diamonds
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Miami, FL
with diamonds and the pendant watch case. The piece is embellished with five natural white pearls
Category

Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Ebony 14k Gold Diamond Mother of Pearl Eye Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
chains/necklaces - mother of pearl, diamond, 14k solid gold, sapphire evil eye - 14k solid gold frame
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau 1900 Enamel Orchid Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
security lock to wear as a brooch and a retractable movable ring to wear in a chain. Diamond: Mount in the
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k...

Antique Art Deco Negligee Necklace Amethyst Seed Pearls Silver / 42.5 cm / 4.1 g
Located in SE
Gold+ Silver+ Stones and Pearls necklaces. Amethyst stones are well cut and polished, transparent, and
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Age Of Elegance" Garnet Pearl Ruby Gold Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Age Of Elegance consists of mother of garnet, pearl, enamel, diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Druzy, Kyanite, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Garnet, Sterlin...

Victorian French Rock Crystal Diamond Pearl Rare Locket plus Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
diameter – 1 natural demi pearl of 4 mm. in diameter – 50 rose cut diamonds totalling approx .60 Ct (by
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Antique 1860s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature Gold Garnet Diamond Mother Of Pearl Disc Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Otto Lock consisting of gold/diamonds that can open and close securely. On the bottom backside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Gold Ebony Mother of Pearl Diamond Malachite Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- malachite - diamonds - mother of pearl - sterling silver 14k gold plated frame with rim on face of pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterlin...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature Gold Diamond Ruby Flower Mother Of Pearl Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Otto Lock consisting of gold/diamonds that can open and close securely. On the bottom backside
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Diamond, Sterling Silver, Gold Pl...

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Pearl Necklace Diamond Lock For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl necklace diamond lock 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 14k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 102 vintage editions and 93 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a pearl necklace diamond lock may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing pearl necklace diamond lock — no matter the origin — is easy, but Clarissa Bronfman, Thesis Gems and Jewelry and Carrera y Carrera each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A pearl necklace diamond lock can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 138 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our pearl necklace diamond lock for sale are for women, but there are 75 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl Necklace Diamond Lock?

On average, a pearl necklace diamond lock at 1stDibs sells for $8,500, while they’re typically $329 on the low end and $187,500 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 Pearl Necklace Diamond Lock
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Yes, you can wear diamond stud earrings with a pearl necklace. The elegant combination is fashionable for everything from a day at the office to Sunday brunch to a night on the town. To create a bold look, try pairing large diamond studs with a single strand of pearls or a dramatic multi-strand pearl necklace with smaller stud earrings. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of diamond stud earrings and pearl necklaces.