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Bulgary Type Necklace with pearls and Sapphires
Located in BILBAO, ES
28 separate Akollas pearls with yellow gold ornaments. 4 yellow, blue and pink oval-cut sapphires
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2010s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Lariat Necklace Set
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The necklace set features 2 identical necklaces of slightly different length, one with a white
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 1...

Certified Akoya Pearl Necklace Set with Diamonds and Sapphire
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Certified Akoya Pearls = 6-10mm Sapphire = 1.60 Carats Diamonds = 10.50 Carats Metal: 14K Gold
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

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

Vintage Graduated Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond & Sapphires
Located in London, GB
Magnificent Cultured Pearl Necklace with Platinum clasp and 9ct Gold tongue Set with 6 Victorian
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21st Century and Contemporary British Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, White Sapphire Necklace set in Silver
Located in Dusit, 10
South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, White Sapphire Necklace set in Silver Settings Width: 1.4 cm
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Silver

Haume Pearl Sapphire White Gold Necklace and Convertible Earrings Set
By Adria de Haume
Located in New York, NY
Haume 15-17mm Pearl Sapphire Necklace Convertible Earrings Set. Fashioned in 18k White Gold by
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1990s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a pearl of 13mm diameter suspending 5 orange
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphir...

Victorian Charm Necklace 15ct Gold With Rubies, Sapphires & Pearls
Located in London, GB
Victorian Charm Necklace 15ct Gold With Rubies, Sapphires & Pearls Fixed multiple charms sat on a
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Antique 19th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

Amazonite, Yellow Sapphire and Pearl Necklace set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Amazonite, Yellow Sapphire and Pearl Necklace set in Silver Settings Width: 6.0 cm Length: 45.0
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

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Amazonite, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Silver

14 Karat Pearl Diamond Sapphire Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Pearl Diamond Sapphire Necklace. The necklace feature forty-eight bluish-gray pearls with
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond, Sapphire and Cultured Pearl Drop Necklace Set in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
continues up the chain as diamonds and sapphires are delicately set, creating a seamless and harmonious
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Necklace of 6 rows of cultured white oriental pearls, diameters; 6.5
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, ...

Marina J. Pearl woven Necklace with 14k Vintage Blue Sapphire & Pearl Brooch
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. A stunning removable vintage 14k Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire & Pearl set Brooch adorns this necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Sapphire Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl pendant necklace features a South Sea pearl of approximately 14mm X 12.5 size. The pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Pearl, Sapphire, White ...

Baroque Pearl, Blue Sapphire & 14k Gold Pendant Necklace and Cocktail Ring Set
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Baroque Freshwater Pearl and Blue Sapphire 14k yellow gold and sterling silver pendant necklace and
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver, Ster...

Art Deco Natural Pearl Necklace with Gem Set Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous natural pearl necklace crafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Fresh Water Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
A Fresh Water Pearl, Torsade Necklace, set with Cultured Color Change Sapphire Briolettes. The
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2010s Thai Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Fresh Water Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Fresh Water Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
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W 0.4 in L 18 in
Ella Gafter Pink Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pink sapphire and diamond pendant necklace features 5 faceted drop shape sapphires with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...

Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Pearl & Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Sapphire & Tahiti pearl Set In 18K Gold and silver Natural Red Ruby 54
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set In 18 K Gold Beautiful Necklace This Necklace
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
worn on a strand of pearls for example. The necklace was entirely hand made in 18 carat gold in our own
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Evil Eye Sapphire and Pearl Necklace, 18k
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our ‘Evil Eye Petal Necklace’, is casted from 18Karat Yellow Gold and set with natural sapphire and
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2010s European Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds, Vintage Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. This necklace features Graduated Pearl strands, adorned in faceted Emerald and Sapphire beads, and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
gold chain with 4 motifs set with hand cut heart shape mother of pearl, and 0.40 carats of diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Yellow Sapphire & Mother of Pearl Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Sapphire & Mother Of Pearl Diamond Necklace 16 yellow orange sapphires approximately
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Andreoli Tahitian Pearl Drops Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pearls 18Kt Gold
By Andreoli
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Tahitian Pearl Drops Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pearls 18KT Gold This necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, Go...

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pendant features a 15mm South Sea pearl with a crown of round diamonds set en pave (0.45 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Black Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This pearl pendant necklace features a Tahitian pearl of 13.5mm diameter suspending 5 orange
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold...

French Antique Openwork Pearl Sapphire Ruby Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
extremities of the design are 2 claw set round rubies, 3 oval sapphires, 4 fine pearls (2 round and 2 baroque
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Antique 19th Century French Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Go...

Marina B. Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Pearl Choker Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent set by Marina B that dates back to the 1980s, comprising a pearl choker necklace and
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

90 Ct Bezel-Set Multi-Sapphire Station Necklace & Tahitian pearl 18kt Gold 50 "
Located in New York, NY
Bezel-Set Multi-Sapphire Station Necklace With Tahitian pearl 18kt Gold 50 Inch Bezel-Set Multi
Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mother of Pearl, Moonstone and Blue Sapphire Necklace set in Silver Settings
Located in Dusit, 10
Mother of Pearl, Moonstone and Blue Sapphire Necklace set in Silver Settings Width: 4.1 cm
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Silver

Ella Gafter Blue Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and diamond pendant features an arrangement of oval shape faceted sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...

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

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

Tanzanite, Pearl, Sapphire and Emerald Necklace Chain
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A very unique beaded Sapphire and Emerald necklace, with a Tanzanite, Pearl and Emerald tassle set
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind necklace features a near-round 13mm Tahitian pearl in an unusual brown shade
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Iolite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k ...

Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
Brown Tahitian Pearl with 14k Gold & Sapphire Bale on Iolite & Quartz Necklace
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H 1.11 in W 0.61 in D 0.52 in L 17.01 in
Bvlgari Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond And Pearl Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
Sensational Bvlgari pearl, sapphire, ruby and diamond necklace circa 1990, crafted in 18 karat
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1990s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Blue Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire pendant features a flower set with 4.20 carats of drop shape faceted blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Margot McKinney "Tribal Chic Collection" Necklace Pearls Sapphires Tourmalines
Located in Dallas, TX
" necklace or as two shorter ones, 18" and 22"! This beauty is set with 11 "peanut" forms that support blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian More Necklaces

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Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k G...

Pearl Diamonds Sapphires Yellow Gold 14 Carat Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
silver on the top, that recalls the vintage flavor set with diamonds (rose cut) and sapphires, there are
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Pearl Diamonds Sapphires Yellow Gold 14 Carat Necklace
Pearl Diamonds Sapphires Yellow Gold 14 Carat Necklace
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H 1.71 in W 1.28 in L 16.54 in
Antique Victorian Necklace with Natural Pearls and Sapphire in 15 Karat Gold
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian necklace with natural pearls and sapphire set in 15 carat yellow gold. The
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Six Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, and Blue Sapphire Center
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Pearl. The two end pieces are set with Diamonds and square cut Blue Sapphires. Six strands of Potato
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1990s American Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pendant features a golden South Sea pearl with a crown of round diamonds set en pave (0.75
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Multicolor Sapphire Diamond Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Made in Italy This pendant is
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond,...

Double Strand Semi-Baroque Pearl Sapphire Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Double Strand Baroque Pearl Sapphire Necklace. This beautiful necklace
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Pearl Necklace Bird Horse Deer Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
pearls along with one old cut diamond and one natural sapphire. Natural patina. 18 inch later chain. 43
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Antique Edwardian GIA Natural Pearl Sapphire Platinum Floral Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A royalty piece from the late 1800s. This antique Edwardian Diamond GIA Natural Pearl Sapphire
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Antique Early 1900s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 4.25 Carat Blue Sapphire Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1920's sapphire and pearl necklace. Graduated crescent shape sections set with 4.25 carats
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Early 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Gold Torsade Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Necklace composed of 6 rows of fine white round oriental pearls
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2010s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arples Sapphire and Pearl Necklace by André Vassort
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer, Van Cleef
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian, Sapphire & Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
natural seed pearls. In the centre, there is a daisy flower set with a natural sapphire centre and seed
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A French made, victorian period natural sapphire and pearl necklace
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Baroque Pearls Diamonds Sapphires in 18 Carat White Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Multicolored sapphire and diamond baroque pearl necklace. 18K white gold setting. It is composed of
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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

18k Gold Chain Necklace w/ Tahitian Pearl Sapphires & Diamonds Station
Located in Montclair, NJ
with pave sets vivid pink, yellow and blue sapphires and fine quality diamonds throughout. The necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace in 18 Carat White Gold, Baroque Pearls, Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Paris, FR
Semi-rigid articulated necklace in white gold, baroque pearls, diamonds and multicolored sapphires
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Early 2000s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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

Vintage GIA Certified 5 Carat Heart Blue Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage GIA Certified Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Pendant Necklace. Item Details: - Type
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire Diamond 18kt Gold Pearl Christmas Chick Charm Pendant/Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
red gold set with ct 1,06 of red sapphires and ct 0.30 diamonds and the pompon is a 3.5 mm pearl. The
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

Ruby Bead Drop Necklaces Seed Pearls Sapphire Doubled 14 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Seed Pearls and the other with Sapphire beads. Each necklace is 17" long together they are 34" long
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

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Pearl Necklace Set With Sapphire For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl necklace set with sapphire 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 yellow gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 366 antique edition and 288 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect pearl necklace set with sapphire may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing pearl necklace set with sapphire — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ella Gafter, Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA and Fei Liu each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any pearl necklace set with sapphire from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a sapphire version from the 452 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a pearl necklace set with sapphire, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Pearl Necklace Set With Sapphire?

The price for a pearl necklace set with sapphire starts at $100 and tops out at $1,800,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,811.

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.