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Edwardian South Sea Pearl Necklace with Diamond + Ruby Clasp
Located in Narberth, PA
is no apparent damage to the pearls, diamonds, or ruby, all of which are intact. The clasp is secure
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

1960s Cultured Pearl Diamonds Ruby Clasp Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
clasp is ratchet with ruby on the thumb rest. Diameter of the pearls : 7/7,5 mm. Length : 47,5 cm
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Whi...

Art Deco Double Pearl Necklace Ruby Diamond 18ct Gold Clasp with Cert
Located in Kendal, GB
across the largest Pearl CLASP MEASURES: Height 12mm x Width 12mm x Depth 7mm METAL: 18ct White Gold
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Luise Amethyst Multistrnds and Pearls Rubies and Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
clasp in 9 Kt rose gold and silver composed of pearls and shiny rubies. Tot weight 152.8 g Amethyst
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Double Stand Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gem Studded Gold Clasp
Located in Austin, TX
inches with a 14K gold clasp embellished with a cabochon emerald, two cabochon rubies and four cabochon
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this statement piece features
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Late 20th Century European Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl and 23 Carat Ruby Strand Turquoise and Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive pearl necklace secures to the reverse with a yellow gold clasp ornamented with a turquoise bead
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1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Eostre Deep Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Ruby and Diamond Clasp
Located in Melbourne, AU
This is an impressive Deep Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace with 18K Ruby and Diamond Clasp. The
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

7 Layer Fresh Water Pearl, Ruby Bead + 14KG Spacer Clasp Opera Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
7 Layers of Fresh water Pearl with Ruby Beads with 14 Karat yellow gold Spacer clasp Opera
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

2 Row Uniform Cultured Pearl Necklace, With 9ct Gold Coloured Stone Clasp
Located in London, GB
colour with a 9ct Gold clasp set with 6 turquoise and 11 natural Rubies. It is a very nice piece and a
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2010s English More Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace with Champagne Colored Diamond Clasp
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
finished with a 18 K white Gold clasp with black Rhodium set with a total of approximately 3.0 ct of round
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

Freshwater Pearl, Ruby and 22 Karat Gold Beaded Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Knotted Freshwater Pearls, Ruby and 22k yellow gold beaded necklace. Necklace is finished with a
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Three Strand Baroque Shaped Pearl Necklace Ruby Diamond Large Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
Sumptuous Deco Art Deco period , 1920/30 ca is this amazing Pearl necklace comprising a selection
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Victorian natural pearl necklace with a gorgeous clasp. Features three strands of natural pearls
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Early 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Ladies Faux Double Pearl Strand with 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Ruby Clasps
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
24 inch Faux Double Pearl Strand with 18k White Gold Diamond and Ruby Clasps. This necklace
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20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
facetted rubies and sapphires. The clasp is a 18 carat white gold push clip with a safety link featuring a
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20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

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

White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Baroque Pearls with tumbled Emeralds and Gold Dragon clasp
Located in New Orleans, LA
Necklace made up of seven strands of lovely oval cultured pearls. These are interspersed with a
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2010s American Post-War Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

Triple Row Ruby Onyx Pearl Decorative Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
slices of shiny black onyx and cabochon rubies. The clasp at the back has nine small modern brilliant
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Vintage 1980s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

French Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Gold Torsade Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
beads, faceted sapphires and rubies. The clasp is in 18 carat white gold with an eagle head hallmark, it
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2010s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

French Pearl Ruby Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Transformable Antique Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
with half pearls, rubies and gold stylized characters. A fine baroque pearl is held in a tassel at the
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow G...

Tahitian Baroque Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
clasp with pave diamonds and pave-set rubies. The rondels are set in 18-karat gold, and the clasp is 14
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gol...

Emerald Ruby Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace Earring and Bracelet Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of fresh water pearl with gold ball accents and two matching ruby and diamond spacers terminating
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Designer Lagos Diamond & Ruby Brooch& Pearls Necklace 14k Yellow Gold, Antique
Located in New York, NY
Diamond & Ruby Brooch & Pearls Necklace. This antique necklace boasts exceptional craftsmanship and a
Category

2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stones, Pearls, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
rubies betwenn pearls and stones. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Pearls, Cameo, Sapphires, Rubies, Diamonds, Stones, Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful retrò necklace mounted with 6 strands of pearls
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Emerald and Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A Cultured Pearl Necklace with an Oval Emerald Cabochon, a Pear-Shape Ruby Cabochon, and Diamonds
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby

1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold necklace; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This fine and impressive pearl
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...

Garnets, Pearl, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
rose gold and silver structure studded with diamonds and rubies.In the middle,a pearl. This necklace
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Marina J. For Girls! Pearl Necklace with Pink Rubies and Butterfly Brooch
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Necklace. Faceted 18k Yellow Gold Plated beads with thunderous shine and Faceted Pink Rubies adorn the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Triple-Strand Tahitian Pearl Ruby Necklace Set
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The 231 pearls composing the necklace set originate from the waters of Tahiti. Their diameter range
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold

Six Strand Pearl Necklace with Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, and Blue Sapphire Center
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite necklace feature 18 karat yellow gold clasp set with round brilliant cut Diamonds
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1990s American Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Lions Head Multi Strand Pearl Emerald Ruby Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
24 Inch 6 strand fresh water pearl necklace connected by a 14k yellow gold door knocker lion clasp
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Late 20th Century Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Ruby, Pearl Heart Arrow Necklace, Estate, Cupid Arrow Love Pendant Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
, anniversary, holiday or just a way to say I love you, this necklace does just that. 14 karat yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Glorious Diamond & Ruby Multi-Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace Experience the epitome of luxury with
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Mid-20th Century Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold GIA Colombian Emerald & Ruby Diamond Three Strand Pearl Collar Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Fancy Frosted Gold Weave Collar w/ Three Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace Chain Length: Measures 15.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Baroque Pearls, Rubies, Stones, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and a flower shape clasp in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure studded with a central pearl
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Marina J. One of A Kind Pearl Woven Necklace with Rubies & Pink Topaz
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl band, intricately woven together into a fine lace like design, and adorned with faceted Rubies
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
Located in London, GB
14ct 585 Gold & Silver 925 15.75" Necklace Back & Chain is 14ct Gold and I believe the front is
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
14ct Gold Diamond & Ruby Necklace
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L 15.75 in
Coral, Pearls, Rubies, Emeralds, Sapphires, Diamonds, Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and a clasp in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with peatls of coral and pearls surrounded
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Go...

Alvaro Correnti Victorian Revival 18k Gold Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Snake Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This intricate pearl necklace, a fine example of Alvaro Correnti's craftsmanship, encapsulates the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

Pearls, Onyx, White Stones, Rubies, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and a clasp in 9kt rose gold and silver mounted with rubies and two half moon of white stones. It is
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2010s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Age Of Elegance" Garnet Pearl Ruby Gold Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold silk cord with Gold Auto Lock Clasp (included) so charms cascade down - top and bottom pendants
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Gold Chain Necklace with Burmese Pink Ruby Beads
Located in Nantucket, MA
A simple and lovely 18K gold hand-wired link necklace with faceted Burmese ruby beads. Rubies from
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Pearls, Coral, Rubies, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pearls and a clasp in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central coral surrounded by
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

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

Judith Ripka 18k Gold Classic Revival Pearl Necklace with Special Features
By Judith Ripka
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful, substantial and exquisitely detailed 18k yellow gold necklace from the esteemed
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Mid-20th Century American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

AJD 30 Inch Unique White Pearl and Ruby Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
30 Inch necklace of faceted matte 6mm natural ruby rondelles and white Chinese freshwater pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Antique Emerald Ruby Pearl Pendant Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent piece of Austro-Hungarian Emerald Ruby and Pearl jewelry. It is in the
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Antique 19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

Ant Insect Necklace Gold Platinum Ruby Red Zircon Diamond South Sea Pearl Agate
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Pearls are matched and create the Hidden, Invisible Clasp of the Necklace. This Amazing Piece is a
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2010s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Zircon, Multi-gems...

Tahitian Drop Pearl on 2-Part White Gold Fob with Diamond on Ruby Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
with a 14 karat white gold pearl clasp. Note that you can remove the pendant from the chain for mixing
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, ...

Antique Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Hermaphrodite Bracelet or Necklace Clasp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
is bezel set with rubies, turquoise, and seed pearls. Each side has removable clasps with gold
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ruby and Pearl Torsade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Torsade necklace of multistrand pearls and ruby glass beads with matte gold clasp. 1.5
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Vintage 1980s American Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ruby and Pearl Torsade Necklace
Ruby and Pearl Torsade Necklace
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W 1.5 in L 15 in
Berca Natural White Kogolon Pearl White Diamond Amethyst Peridot Ruby Necklace
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
kogolon pearl clasp completing this unique piece. Kogolon is an unusual Volcanic Stone from Afganistan
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 15ct Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Victorian 15ct Rose Gold, Diamond, Ruby, Amethyst Charm Necklace Victorian longguard in a mix of
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Antique 19th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

3.36 Carat Ruby and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 3.36Ct ruby and seed pearl, 14k yellow gold heart brooch and 18k yellow
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Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Japan Pearls 18 Karat White Gold Strand Rope Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
gold clasp surrounded by rubies, each pearl sphere measures 7.46 mm Rubies weight 0.12 karat Pearls
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Vintage 1970s Artisan Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace Set in 18K Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k...

A.Jeschel Stunning Vintage Ghau Box suspended from a Pearl and Ruby Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
necklace surrounding the box is equally exquisite, with three strands of Keshi Pearls and faceted Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Vermeil

MOISEIKIN 18K White Gold Diamond Akoya Pearl Flower Necklace, Promotion
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Diamond and pearls jewellery always suit any occasion. This necklace is made of 18K white gold
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Pearl Necklace With Gold Clasp Rubies For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of pearl necklace with gold clasp rubies available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 235 vintage versions or 109 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 18th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. contemporary and retro are consistently popular styles when it comes to pearl necklace with gold clasp rubies. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Clarissa Bronfman, Marina J. and Aria Jewelry Design are consistently popular. Browse our collection of 218 pearl versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut, mixed cut and bead can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of pearl necklace with gold clasp rubies, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Pearl Necklace With Gold Clasp Rubies?

On average, pearl necklace with gold clasp rubies at 1stDibs sell for $3,873, while they’re typically $150 on the low end and $182,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.