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Return To Tiffany Diamond Necklace

Tiffany & Co 925 Return To Tiffany Diamond Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Fernando, CA
Tiffany & Co Return to Tiffany Etched Lightning Bolt on Round Tag Charm Pendant Description
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bar Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Houston, TX
: 4.96 grams Ladies TIFFANY & CO. designer 18K yellow gold, diamond necklace. Engraved with "750". The
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return to TIffany Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Atlas 1.00 Carat Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Elegant Tiffany & Co Atlas flexible link necklace in 18k yellow gold with platinum sections
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

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

Tiffany & Co. Soleste Natural Round Diamond Halo VVS Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Soleste Round Cut Natural Diamond Halo 950 Platinum Necklace. Approx. 0.51
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 1.05 Carat Diamond White Gold Heart Padlock Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Unlock the essence of timeless elegance with the Tiffany & Co. 18k white gold diamond filigree
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1.75 Carat Diamond Platinum Rose Gold Lock Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Rare Tiffany & Co. platinum and rose gold diamond lock pendant suspended on an 18 Inch platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co .98 Carat Diamond Platinum Bubble Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co platinum "Bubbles" design diamond key pendant. Large size. Two Inches long. Incredibly
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co .50 Carat Round Diamond Platinum Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Excellent Tiffany & Co platinum diamond key pendant, medium size, 1.5 Inches long. This retired
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18 Karat White Gold Authentic
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18K White Gold Authentic, Vintage Tiffany
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Natural Yellow Sapphire & Diamond Pendant for a Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage sapphire and diamond pendant. By Tiffany & Co. In 18 karat yellow gold. Center
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20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti .30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & CO Elsa Peretti color by the yard platinum 16 Inch Necklace. Crafted in platinum, this
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Diamonds by the Yard Sprinkle Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, Platinum, by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. New York. This Diamonds by the Yard
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Vintage 1980s American Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamonds by the Yard Single Diamond Pendant in Yellow Gold by Elsa Peretti T&Co
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co pendant with single round brilliant cut diamond. Absolutely stunning shine
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Colombian Emerald Diamond Vintage GIA Necklace Pendant Fine VS 34.72 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
EMERALD DIAMOND NECKLACE! GIA CERTIFIED RARE 25.56 CARAT TRANSPARENT NATURAL EMERALD. CROWNED WITH 9.16
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20th Century Colombian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Ruby Diamond GIA No Heat Necklace Pendant Vintage Red Natural 8.18 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Diamonds White Eye Clean Big Diamonds. Antique Solid 18K Necklace is Amazing! GIA Certification
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Color Change Hand-Carved by Suzanne 'Regan' Pascal Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Las Vegas, NV
painting in Paris. She returned to California to live and work. She is known for her sculpturing of glass
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Color Change Hand-Carved by Suzanne 'Regan' Pascal Pendant with Diamonds
Color Change Hand-Carved by Suzanne 'Regan' Pascal Pendant with Diamonds
$4,999 Sale Price
42% Off
H 3.47 in W 2.17 in D 1.07 in
Tiffany & Co. GIA Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Unheated Ceylon 18.26 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents... BEST OF THE BEST... TIFFANY & CO HUGE ANTIQUE 18.26 CARAT
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Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
UNHEATED PURPLE SAPPHIRE DIAMOND VINTAGE RING & BOX! GIANT 13.51 CARAT REGAL PURPLE GIA CERTIFIED RARE NO
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Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings

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

Angela Cumming Vintage Large 18K and Ruby Earrings, c. 1989
By Angela Cummings
Located in Aspen, CO
, designer and goldsmith and in the late 1960's, thomas Hoving offered her a job designing jewelry at Tiffany
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Vintage 1980s Modern Clip-on Earrings

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Ruby, 18k Gold

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Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Rose Gold Return to Tiffany Diamond Necklace 0.13 Carat
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold heart tag charm and chain from the Return to Tiffany collection. The heart tag is
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Gold Please Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Cape May, NJ
Tiffany & Co 18K White Gold Diamond Please Return to Tiffany Heart Tag Necklace. The necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Pave Diamond Platinum Return To TIffany Heart Pendant Brand- Tiffany & Co. Model
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Tiffany T Circle Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Tiffany & Co Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Tiffany T Circle Necklace. Featuring 46
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Yellow Gold Heart Diamond Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Necklace Heart pendant Diamond studded Engraved "Return to Tiffany" Lobster clasp fastening
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 0.86ct Natural Round Cut Diamond VVS Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Round Cut Natural Diamond 950 Platinum Necklace. A beautiful platinum
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Diamonds by the Yard Platinum Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, Platinum, by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., New York. Diamonds by the Yard is one of
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Early 2000s American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Mini Double Heart Tag Pendant Rose Gold & Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Mini Double Heart Tag Pendant Rose Gold & Diamonds Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 4.18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold 16mm Open Heart Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold 16mm Open Heart Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co., New York. Diamonds by the Yard is one of Elsa
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1925 Japonism Enameled Travel Clock in 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
setting of the diamonds. The piece is decorated in both sides with abstract images of the Japan national
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Desk Accessories

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' Bar Necklace with Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. bar necklace in 18 karat rose gold from the 'Return to Tiffany
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany Diamond Heart Tag Pendant or Charm 18 Karat Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Iconic "Return to Tiffany" diamond heart pendant. This familiar designer piece that Tiffany & Co
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Tiffany & Co. Fancy Yellow Diamond 18k Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. A beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1918 Art Deco Watch Necklace in Platinum with 4.03ctw Diamonds
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace watch designed by Tiffany & Co. Fabulous and very beautiful piece, created in the 1918
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18 Karat White Gold Authentic
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
TIFFANY & CO. Horseshoe 18P Diamond Necklace 16" 18K White Gold Authentic, Vintage Tiffany
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co 18k Gold, Cultured Pearl and Diamond Dogwood Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine gold, diamond and pearl 'Dogwood' necklace. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Tiffany & CO Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold 0.50 CT 31" Long Chai
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & CO Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold 0.50 CT 31" Long Chain. This is an
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Paloma Picasso Vintage Yellow Gold Diamond Square Link Choker
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Yellow Gold And Platinum Diamond Choker. Its a very heavy 18 Karat
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Vintage 1980s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spectacular Tiffany & Co. Pendant/Brooch 18k/Plat. c1910 New York
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 18k/Platinum, by Tiffany & Co, New York. Captivating in its elegance, this gorgeous
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Vintage 1910s American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamonds by the Yard Single Diamond Pendant in Yellow Gold by Elsa Peretti T&Co
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Tiffany & Co pendant with single round brilliant cut diamond. Absolutely stunning shine
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' Rose Gold Diamond Heart Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Tiffany & Co. 'Return to Tiffany' heart pendant crafted in 18 karat rose gold featuring
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Return to Tiffany Heart Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold wit
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Length: 19.70 mm, Pendant Width: 16.15 mm Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Return to Tiffany Heart Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

1980s Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torino, IT
1980s luminous flexible Necklace signed Elsa Peretti TIFFANY & CO. Crafted in polished 18k Yellow
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Vintage 1980s American More Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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Tiffany & Co Please Return to Tiffany Heart Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co, 14 karat yellow gold pendant engraved PLEASE RETURN TO TIFFANY & CO. NEW YORK 007686, 3.2 grams.
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklace.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise 'Vintage Alhambra' Necklace. This necklaces has ten motifs, turquoise plaques, all set in 18k white gold along with the chain (French marks), signed ...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Link Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Hermès Constance Mini 18 Bleu Roy Ostrich Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Berlin, DE
Hermès Constance Mini 18 in bleu roy and ostrich leather with gold hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set with the original receipt. Stamp Y (2020)
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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Chanel Rare Limited Edition Black Quilted Lambskin Collectors Decor Jewelry Box
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Limited Edition Black Quilted Lambskin Collectors Decor Jewelry Box Brand New with Tags and Box Black Gold Metal 22 Series Key x2 Quilted Lambskin Gold Hardware Mad...
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2010s Italian Jewelry Boxes

Prada Raso Vintage Sequin Embellished Petals Mauve Pink Shoulder Bag
By Prada
Located in Jersey City, NJ
This Prada Raso bag in the dreamy Petalo mauve pink shade is the most sought-after vintage Prada piece of the year, seen on top social media influencers. A true collector’s gem, this...
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Early 2000s Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Sapphires, Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 3.61 carats, Yellow Sapphire 2.25 carats, Purple Sapphire 1.19 carats, Pink Sapphire 1.79 carats, Ruby 0.49 carat, Tsavorite 1.03 carats and Diamond 4.19 carats Necklac...
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2010s Thai Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphires, Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18k White Gold
Sapphires, Ruby, Tsavorite and Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18k White Gold
$19,840 Sale Price
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Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Magic Alhambra Necklace VCARD79200
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A luxurious 18k yellow gold necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace features 6 four leaf clover motifs alternating in size, set with onyx, gre...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Link Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold 5-Motif Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This rare Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from the classic Vintage Alhambra collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 5 lucky clover motifs inlaid with blue lapiz lazuli in r...
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Vintage 1980s Link Bracelets

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Chanel Limited Edition Gold Quilted Vanity Case Rare Home Decor Jewelry Case
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Limited Edition Pearl Lambskin Quilted Leather Rare Jewelry Box Vanity Case Home Decor Gold hardware Quilted Lambskin leather CC studded pearl drawer knob Features removable ...
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2010s Italian Jewelry Boxes

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Magic Alhambra Necklace VCARD7930
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A gorgeous 18k yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Magic Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of 16 iconic 4 leaf clover motifs alternating in size, set with moth...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Kelly 28 Ostrich Parchemin Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Kelly 28 retorune ostrich leather in parchemin color with palladium hardware, and tonal stitching, two straps with front toggle closure, clochette with lock and two keys, single ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Bulgari Parentesi 18K Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Parentesi Necklace Choker The necklace is 18k Yellow Gold The necklace is 3/8" wide. The necklace weighs 137 grams The necklace is 15" length Comes with original pouch and ba...
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Please Return To Tiffany & Co. New York 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Please Return To Tiffany & Co. New York 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet. Classic Tiffany & Co iconic tag bracelet. The bracelet is 8 inches long. 100% authentic Tiffany & co necklace. N...
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Early 2000s Chain Bracelets

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Sterling Silver

BULGARI Spiga Diamond Yellow Gold 3 Row Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bulgari bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and is designed as a flexible wrap bracelet of chevron links, accented with round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an es...
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Vintage 1980s Bangles

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Walking Panthere Earrings
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Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage “Panthère de Cartier” walking panther diamond hoop earrings. Indulge in the timeless allure of these exquisite Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Walking Panthère Diamond Hoop ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Hoop Earrings

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Return To Tiffany Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact return to tiffany diamond necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of 18k gold, gold and platinum, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect return to tiffany diamond necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A return to tiffany diamond necklace from Tiffany & Co. and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A return to tiffany diamond necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 9, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. Finding a return to tiffany diamond necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Return To Tiffany Diamond Necklace?

The price for a return to tiffany diamond necklace starts at $925 and tops out at $19,985 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,300.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.