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Antique Edwardian Diamond & Pearl Lavalière Platinum Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
color, weighing a total of 0.60 carats. The enduring platinum filigree openwork and lustrous pearls
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Peridot Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
pendants set with diamonds, pearls and pear shaped Peridots, all flexibly connected. A platinum link chain
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Platinum Large GIA Chrysoberyl Diamond Pearl Filigree Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This breathtaking antique pendant was crafted in solid platinum during the Edwardian era and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Victorian Style Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Antique Victorian style Tahitian pearl and diamond platinum necklace. Showcasing numerous Old
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Pearl, Platinum

Antique Aquamarine Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
aquamarine. The feature platinum and seed pearl necklace setting is embellished with two further collet set
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1900s Pearl and 1.12 Carat Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique pearl, 1.12 carat diamond and platinum drop necklace; part of our
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique 1900s Pearl and 1.12 Carat Diamond Platinum Necklace
Antique 1900s Pearl and 1.12 Carat Diamond Platinum Necklace
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W 0.59 in D 14.96 in L 1.5 in
Antique Bailey Banks & Biddle Platinum Pearl Diamond Watch Necklace
By Bailey, Banks & Biddle
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Deco platinum chain with pocket watch pendant by Bailey Banks & Biddle. Decorated with
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pocket Watches

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Platinum, Pearl, Diamond and Emerald Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian platinum, natural oriental pearl, emerald and diamond pendant. The lobed flowerhead
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Diamond Pearl Bow Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Necklace Platinum & 18ct Gold Circa 1910 Pretty, Edwardian necklace. Features a
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 1920s Seed Pearl and 1.11 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique seed pearl, 1.11 carat diamond and platinum pendant on a vintage pearl and 14
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique 14ct Gold & Platinum 1920s Aquamarine, Pearl, Diamond Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 14ct White Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1920s This 14ct white gold
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Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Pearl, Diamond, Platinum And Gold Cluster Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An antique, pearl and diamond cluster pendant, with a silver white natural bouton pearl, in the
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

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

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 1.29ct Diamond and Pearl Platinum Bow Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.29 carat diamond and platinum set bow pendant; part of
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique 1910s Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Edwardian pearl and 0.62 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique French Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique French Art Nouveau pearl and 0.24 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Diamond Platinum Pearl Enamel Flower Basket Necklace Antique Edwardian Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Rose Cut Diamond, Pearl, Platinum and Enamel pendant necklace in the form of a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Citrine, Pearl, Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Citrine Necklace 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1900 This exquisite Edwardian
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pendant Necklace 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Beautiful, Edwardian Y shaped pendant
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian Moonstone, Diamond, Pearl Halo Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Pendant 18ct Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1900 Fabulous, Edwardian moonstone
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Pearl Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace Platinum & 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Stunning, Edwardian negligee
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

5.00 Carat Cushion Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Beautiful mid-century 1860's antique aqua, diamond and pearl pendant necklace. 5.00ct cushion cut
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond and pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
hangs from a floral design which attaches to a platinum figaro link chain. All the setting work is in
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20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Negligee Necklace Opal Diamond Pearl Platinum Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
turquoise. The chain is original to the piece, crafted in 900 platinum (the jump ring is a replacement in
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Antique Edwardian Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Bib Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Outstanding Edwardian Diamond and Seed Pearl Platinum Swag Bib Necklace, linking
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl and 1.43 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant Art Nouveau Style
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive natural pearl and 1.43 carat diamond, platinum pendant; part of our
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique La Belle Epoque Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Pendant Platinum Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese
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Antique Early 1900s Portuguese Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Belle Epoque Antique Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This antique handcrafted platinum pendant is centered with a 7 mm natural greenish gray
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Early 20th Century Belle Époque Drop Necklaces

Platinum Diamond and Pearl Pendant, circa 1910
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold pearl chain with pearls measuring 2 millimeters in diameter. Edwardian, Circa 1910. Antique
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20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum Pearl 14k Gold Vintage Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
. Metal & Hallmark: 900 platinum (pendant) and 14k white gold (chain). The pendant is not hallmarked
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Natural Pearls Necklace in Platinum
Located in Napoli, Italy
Genuine antique 1900's Edwardian platinum necklace featuring one large Pear European cut, 0,80 ct I
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1920s mother of pearl and 0.45 carat diamond, platinum
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
1920s Mother of Pearl and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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H 0.12 in W 0.94 in L 18 in
Antique Necklace natural Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum Silver / 44cm/ 6.8 gr
Located in SE
- Pearls complemented with rose and old diamond cut Diamonds. Centerpiece in solid Platinum on 18K Yellow
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Silver

French 1930s Certified Fine Pearl Platinum Diamond Art Deco Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of fine pearls in baroque form in creamy-white oriental pearl. The rectangular platinum
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique 1.10 Carat Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1900s 1.10 carat diamond and pearl, platinum drop necklace
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Platinum Edwardian Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Pendant and Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum Pendant, 14K White Gold Chain [Hallmarked, and
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Gold & Platinum 2ctw Old Mine Diamonds & Pearl Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Gold w/ Platinum Top & Chain Weight: 7.86 Grams Overall Width: 28.3mm (1.1") (top part), 13.4mm (0.52
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Natural Saltwater Pearl & 4.52 CTW Diamond Pendant Brooch in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
An exquisite natural pearl and diamond convertible pendant brooch in platinum. Centered by cream
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Black Onyx Diamond and Pearl Gold and Platinum Pendant Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique black onyx, seed pearl and 0.13 carat diamond, platinum and
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Pearl Lavalier Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
the wearer’s slightest movement. This Antique Edwardian Era Diamond Pearl Lavalier Festoon Necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Fine GIA Natural Saltwater Pearl Ruby Diamond Edwardian Platinum Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
LAVALIÈRE Platinum Gold Antique Necklace. Dating back to the first decade of the 20th Century, this rare
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau 9.50 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 Kt Platinum Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
, making it quite a remarkable, collectable antique piece of jewellery Pearls are of white body with silver
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Antique Diamond and Pearl Lavaliere Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
luminous natural freshwater pearl. The platinum openwork is creatively laced above the diamond, creating an
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2010s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco circa 1920 Tiffany & Co. Regent Street Platinum Diamond Pearl Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in GB
chain and mounts are both platinum, with multiple diamonds and finished with a large pearl, this is a
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco circa 1920 Tiffany & Co. Regent Street Platinum Diamond Pearl Necklace
Art Deco circa 1920 Tiffany & Co. Regent Street Platinum Diamond Pearl Necklace
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H 0.63 in W 0.56 in D 0.56 in Dm 0.56 in L 18.04 in
GIA Certified 7.00 Carat Aqua Pearl Diamond Platinum Victorian Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
saltwater pearls, accented with 42 rose cut diamonds. 18 inch chain. A true antique collectors treasure. 1
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1900s pearl and 0.49 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.14 in W 0.48 in L 18 in
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond, Onyx and Natural Pearl Pendant Necklace, C. 1920
Located in Aspen, CO
a natural saltwater pearl. The pendant is 2 7/8th inches long, the platinum chain is 19.5 inches
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearls. The antique pendant suspends from a platinum 45.72cm/18" belcher chain via a ring loop
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 0.37 carat diamond and pearl, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum gold set pendant
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold and Silver Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 0.55 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 12 karat yellow gold and silver
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel

Antique Aquamarine Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and platinum pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This fine and impressive
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.52 carat diamond and pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set brooch
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Antique 1890s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch
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H 0.11 in W 0.55 in L 1.77 in
Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique natural pearl and 0.33 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and platinum set
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.74ct Garnet and Diamond, Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold, platinum and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections This
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver

Antique 3.20 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 3.20 carat aquamarine, pearl, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum pendant; part
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Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 3.20 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 3.20 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1 in W 1 in D 1 in Dm 1 in L 1 in
"Garrard & Co" Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1890/1905
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
carats all millegrain-set in platinum to a yellow gold mount, with snap clasp and security chain
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Antique 1890s English Belle Époque Link Bracelets

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 1910s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.24 carat diamond and seed pearl, 14k yellow gold and platinum set pendant
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 1910s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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W 0.81 in D 0.1 in L 1.96 in
Antique French 18k Gold Plat, GIA Pearl Sapphire Emerald Engraved Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ Solid .900 Platinum Accents Weight: 24.86 Grams Chain Type: Engraved Open Work
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Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Link Bracelets

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Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.20 carat diamond and seed pearl, 9k yellow gold and platinum set
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 1890s Mabe Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian pearl
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Antique 1890s Unknown Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Platinum Pearl Chain Antique For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact platinum pearl chain antique you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using platinum, gold and 18k gold. You can easily find a 293 antique edition and 5 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a platinum pearl chain antique from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A platinum pearl chain antique from Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Ashok Sancheti — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a platinum pearl chain antique featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a platinum pearl chain antique, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Platinum Pearl Chain Antique?

On average, a platinum pearl chain antique at 1stDibs sells for $5,098, while they’re typically $400 on the low end and $200,000 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.