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Color Change Blue Purple Sapphire Necklace 4.50 Carat Cushion Sri Lanka
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18K white gold necklace set with a 4.50 carat color changing Ceylon Sapphire from Blue to Purple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple ...

Ella Gafter Purple Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The purple sapphire necklace features 10 flowers set with faceted drop shaped sapphires of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Unheated 3.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Heart Necklace in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 3.56 carat unheated purple sapphire necklace is exquisite! It showcases an extraordinarily
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple and Pink Sapphire Duo Necklace
By Rosedale Jewelry
Located in Weston, MA
with bezel set 0.50ct rose cut purple/lilac sapphire and 0.05ct round full cut pink sapphire drop
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.77Carat Purple Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
1.77 Carat Oval-Cut Purple Sapphire and White Diamond Pendant Necklace: A beautiful pendant
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

"Costis" Circle In Motion Necklace, 10.94cts Purple Amethysts, Purple Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Circle In Motion Necklace, with 10.94 carats Purple Amethysts, and Purple Sapphires. In
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

2.44 Carat Purple Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
2.44 Carat Oval-Cut Purple Sapphire and White Diamond Pendant Necklace: A beautiful pendant
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

3.07Carat No Heat Purple Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
3.07 Carat Oval-Cut No Heat Purple Sapphire and White Diamond Pendant Necklace: A beautiful
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire

Purple Sapphire Paraiba Tourmaline Demantoid Diamond Mosaic Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
mesmerizing mosaic of purple sapphires, Paraïba tourmalines, demantoid garnets, and white diamonds
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2010s Belgian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Garnet, Paraiba, Purple Sapphire, D...

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Light Purple Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
purple sapphire. The gem catches eye's attention and well designed in contemporary design pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, Gold, Rose...

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Three Carats Purple Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
natural purple octagon sapphire, measuring 9.8x6.3 mm. The gem is attention-grabbing and is well-designed
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...

50.30 Carats Unheated Purple-Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Rare no heat purple sapphire diamond necklace. Sri Lanka origin, Intense purple, pink, violet, no
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Purple Pink Sapphire Necklace 0.79 Carat Square Radiant
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
14K white gold necklace set with a 0.79 carat Purple-Pink Sapphire square radiant cut, decorated
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gol...

2.20ct Certified Purple Sapphire Oval Cut Solitaire Necklace in 14k WG
Located in Chicago, IL
The bezel solitaire necklace combines vintage-inspired detail and modern appeal together for a look
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.15 Carat Purple Sapphire Oval Cut Fashion Necklaces In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
This necklace features an oval-cut purple sapphire with a weight of 3.15 carats, set in 14k yellow
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nwt 650, 000 18 Karat Magnificent Fancy Paraiba Purple Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glittering Paraiba Tourmaline Purple Sapphire Blue Sapphire Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold

1.93ct Certified Purple Sapphire Cushion Cut Solitaire Necklace in 14k in WG
Located in Chicago, IL
The bezel solitaire necklace combines vintage-inspired detail and modern appeal together for a look
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold No Heat Purple Sapphire and Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS2 Sapphire: 33 oval cut = 66.38cttw Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches long Weight: 88.10
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.37Ct Pink and Purple Sapphire and 1.56Ct Diamond VS-F Pendant Necklace
By Celine Roelens
Located in GENT, BE
purple and rose oval cut sapphire and the finest diamonds in brilliant cut 1,56Ct (VS/F quality). The 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, ...

Cellini Plat/18KT 52.72Ct. of Pink & Purple Sapphires, 15.97Ct. Diamond Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
white gold graceful setting. The clasp is finished with an oval purple sapphire. The necklace measures
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Le Carrousel Necklace Purple Jade and Pink Sapphires
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
collection. 18-karat yellow gold, combined with purple jade and the preciousness of pink sapphires, ennobles
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

1.97 Carat Cushion Sapphire Purple Fashion Necklaces In 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The necklace features a 1.97-carat cushion-cut purple sapphire set in a 14 karat yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.20 Carat Sapphire Purple Oval & Fashion Necklaces Berberyn Certified In 14K WG
Located in Chicago, IL
A fashion necklace crafted in 14k white gold with a main stone of a certified oval-cut purple
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.59 Carat Sapphire Purple Cushion & Fashion Necklaces Berberyn Cert In 14K WG
Located in Chicago, IL
A fashion necklace made of 14k white gold with a main stone of a certified purple cushion-cut
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.06 Carat Natural Purple Pink Sapphire Cluster Diamond Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
1.16ct. Natural Sapphire Necklace Fine Purple Pink Color clean clarity & transparent Brilliant
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Purple Sapphire Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Sapphire 2.86 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 1.0
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Cushion Purple Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
18 Karat White Gold Pendant Sterling Silver Wheat Chain 18 inches 15.0 CT Unheated Purple Blue
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Purple Sapphire & Diamond Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Purple Sapphire weighing 2.59 cts 53 round diamonds weighing .81 cts. Set in 14k white gold pendant
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Untreated Lilac Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
This striking and elegant necklace features luminous purple sapphires and glittering white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

0.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
0.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Pendant measures approximately 0.45 inch
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
0.56 Carat Purple Sapphire Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold. Pendant measures approximately 0.45 inch
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.79ct Natural No Heat Purple Pink Sapphire Diamonds Necklace 14kt
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified: 1.79ct. Natural Sapphire Necklace GIA Report# 3355608671 Clean clarity
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

Exotic Sapphire Necklace
Located in LEEDERVILLE, WA
. The pendant features 1 x cabochon pear shape pink Sapphire = .362ct 1 x princess cut purple Sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Exotic Sapphire Necklace
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Purple Sapphire with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Sapphire 1.66 carats with Diamond 0.10 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Adler Diamond and Pink Purple Sapphire on Titanium and Gold Pendant
By Adler
Located in Geneva, CH
Adler Diamond and Pink Purple Sapphire on Titanium and Gold Pendant. Signed Adler. Total height
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Early 2000s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, Titanium

GIA Certified 6.59 Carat Natural Red-Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Red-Purple Sapphire 6.59 carats set in Platinum Pendant with 0.62 carats Diamonds / GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

1 Carat Bluish Purple Sapphire and Diamond Gold Vintage Slide Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage 1 Carat Bluish Purple Sapphire and Diamond Gold Slide Pendant. Hand set
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Sapphire with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Sapphire 1.47 carats with Diamond 0.21 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Oval Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold necklace is from Riad Collection. This outstanding necklace is made from oval shape
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

53.78ct Sapphire & Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18KT Gold
Located in New York, NY
• Clarity: SI1-SI2 • Certificate: GIA • Number of Sapphires: 63 • Carat Weight: 50.96ctw • This necklace
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, ...

"Costis" Pencil Pendant - Pave' 2.47 cts Purple Sapphires, Diamond Point, Coral
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Pencil Collection Pendant - Pave' with 2.47 carats of Purple Sapphires, Diamond Point of
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold

Le Vian Pendant Featuring Purple Sapphire, Blueberry Sapphire
By Le Vian
Located in Great Neck, NY
Le Vian® Pendant featuring 1/3 cts. Purple Sapphire, 1/3 cts. Blueberry Sapphire™, 1/3 cts. Bubble
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Purple Sapphire with Diamond Heart Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Purple Sapphire 1.35 carats with Diamond 0.13 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

197.73 Carat Multi Color Diamond & Sapphire "Sweetie" Necklace
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
The one of a kind Multi-Colored Diamond & Saphire "Sweetie" Necklace made by Shimon's Creations is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow S...

Sapphire Opal Mask Pendant Blue Purple Green Yellow Orange Natural Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
, yellow, green, purple, orange, and pink sapphires. The sapphires are all faceted and have exquisite
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Opal, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 2.84 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose ...

New African IF 5.20ct Pink Purple Sapphire Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
The Sapphire stone is from Africa and is just exquisite. It's a beautiful deep green color.. The
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

3.46 Carat Oval Purple Sapphire and Diamond Circle Pendant in 14k Gold ref2302
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
At the heart of this pendant lies a resplendent collection of oval purple sapphires, totaling 3.46
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Heart Cut Padparadscha Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace is encrusted with 3 round diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Purple Sapphire, White Diamond, Padparadscha Sapphire , Sapphir...

45.00 Carat Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Gold Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
are over 40.00 Carats in Multi-Color Sapphires The necklace is 16” in circumference on the inside. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Six Carats Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 6.63 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow G...

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Six Carats Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 6.63 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 2.84 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold,...

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Two Carats Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian contemporary pendant necklace is encrusted with a stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold,...

NWT 60, 000 18KT Magnificent Multi Rainbow 45CT Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glittering Fancy Colored Heart Sapphire Diamond Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gol...

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Six Carats Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 6.63 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Purple Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White ...

NWT 217, 498 18kt Magnificent Multi Rainbow 60 Carat Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Glittering Fancy Colored Oval Sapphire Diamond Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Shimmering Gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Diamond, Gol...

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.74 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Purple natural untreated sapphire diamond pendant necklace. Pear shaped purple sapphire with a halo
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Red Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 2.84 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose...

1980s Diamond Sapphire 18k Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This lovely classic diamond, sapphire panther design gold necklace is gracefully crafted in 18k
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1990s Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Purple Sapphire Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate purple sapphire necklace 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 White Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3 vintage editions and 67 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect purple sapphire necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing purple sapphire necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Georgios Collections Inc, Fine Jewels UK and Polya Medvedeva Jewellery each produced a popular version that is worth a look. 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 oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Finding a purple sapphire necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 46 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Purple Sapphire Necklace?

On average, a purple sapphire necklace at 1stDibs sells for $2,408, while they’re typically $275 on the low end and $185,000 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. 

Questions About Purple Sapphire Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Yes, sapphires can be purple. While sapphires are generally blue, these stones actually come in a wide range of colors. Purple sapphires are some of the rarest sapphires in the world.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether purple sapphire is real depends on the piece in question. Nature does produce purple sapphires, but they are not as common as other colors like blue and white. An expert appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece contains a genuine gemstone. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of sapphire gemstone jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    What a purple sapphire means is largely a matter of individual interpretation. Some people associate the gemstone with wisdom, while others believe it symbolizes spiritual enlightenment. On 1stDibs, shop a range of sapphire jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    Yes, natural purple star sapphires are rarer than sapphires of other colors like blue. Natural purple star sapphires come in a variety of hues from light lavender to deep violet. Sapphires can even be colorless, or white, although examples are very rare, since the corundum from which they are formed has to have been untouched by any other element. Non-blue colored sapphires are referred to as “fancy sapphires” and can be pink, purple, orange, yellow or green. Shop a collection of vintage and modern sapphire jewelry from some of the world’s top jewelers on 1stDibs.