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Blue Sapphire Briolette Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Berkeley, CA
72 faceted blue sapphire briolettes create a delicate and feminine look with 18K yellow gold beads
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire Briolette Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Briolette Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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W 0.38 in D 0.13 in L 20.5 in
Genuine Pink Sapphire Drop Briolette Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Genuine Pink Sapphire Drop Briolette Necklace. Length:16.50", the beads range from 3.50MM to 5MM
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond Briolette Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
turn suspending three multicolor sapphire briolettes of lovely pastel colors. The total weights of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pendant Necklace with Colored Briolette-Cut Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Weston, MA
, terminating in a fringe of briolette-cut fancy-colored sapphires. The chain is 17 inches in length The
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...

Long open end silver necklace with multi color sapphire drop briolettes
By 15DEGREESLONDON
Located in Boostedt, SH
This necklace is a long open sterling silver necklace with two dangling sapphire drop pendulums
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Silver

Muti Colored Briolette Cut Sapphires & Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
sapphires and round diamonds. The Briolette cutting is difficult to do and seldom manufactured. The 8
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Rainbow Sapphire Fringe Necklace 14k White Gold Choker Briolette Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed rainbow sapphire necklace, crafted in 14 karat white gold. Briolette
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

Recycled 18k Gold Sapphire Briolettes Handmade Chain Necklace and More
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
chain is uniquely hand-formed. Sapphire briolette beads in complementing yellow and orange/pink colors
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

55.00 Carat Multi-Color Briolette Sapphire Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Multi-color genuine Sapphire hand wired Briolette necklace with 55 Sapphires in shades of blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Umba Sapphire Briolette 21" Fringe Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
One of a Kind - Faye Kim's Umba Sapphire Briolette Fringe Necklace, with its pretty toggle closure
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Sapphire Briolettes Set in Recycled 18K Gold Handmade Link Chain Necklace
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Color Sapphire briolettes, approx 20ct I have over 10 years of experience as a goldsmith and produce
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

Cellini 18KT Gold 37.55 Carat Pink Sapphire Briolette & Diamond Flower Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, and 37.55 carats of pink sapphires. The briolette cut allows the sapphires to dangle and move
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2010s Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.5 Carat Multi Sapphire Briolettes Pendant /Necklace 18 Karat Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1.5 Carat Multi Sapphire Briolettes Pendant /Necklace 18 Kt White Gold Estate
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 400ctw GIA Orange Yellow Briolette Sapphire Necklace w/ 18k Gold Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 104.70 Grams Stone(s): Numerous Natural Genuine Sapphires - Tear Drop Briolette Cut - Strung Set
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Early 2000s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Briolettes 18 Karat Solid Gold Link Chain Necklace Choker Modern Design
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
sapphire briolette beads in complementing yellow and orange/pink colors. An unusual tension clasp keeps
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Yellow Gold, G...

Sapphire and Citrine Briolettes Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
sapphire briolettes, held by an 18k yellow gold clasp (marked: 750); approx length of handmade pendant
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Citrine, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Briolette Rainbow Sapphire and Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches in length Weight: 18.29 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 0.20 Carat Diamonds 8.45 Carat Briolette Sapphires Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 18" Pendant:28 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone
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Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Briolette peridot pendant in 14k gold.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Briolette peridot pendant in 14k gold. Apple green peridot, Yellow sapphire pendant. Briolette
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Briolette peridot pendant in 14k gold.
Briolette peridot pendant in 14k gold.
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W 0.53 in L 0.95 in
Elegant Dangling Sapphire and Diamond, 1930s Necklace
Located in Wailea, HI
Elegant Dangling Sapphire and Diamond 1930's Necklace Seven Briolette Sapphires weighing 6.50
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Early 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Platinum

2-In-1 Citrine Briolette Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
versatility with this product. Designer 2-in-1 citrine briolette pendant necklace with citrine, rhodolite
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose ...

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

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Silver

Fresh Water Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Fresh Water Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
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W 0.4 in L 18 in
Ella Gafter Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
briolette sapphires. It hangs from a hook set with diamonds and connects to a 21” 18 carat white gold chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
briolette sapphires of pastel colors for an approximate weight of 12 carats. The design is complete with 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
briolette sapphires of pastel colors for an approximate weight of 12 carats. The design is complete with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Opal, Sapphire and 18 Karat Gold Cluster Necklace by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This delicate chain necklace in solid 18 karat gold features a central cluster of opal and sapphire
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Black Pearl Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
briolette sapphires. It hangs by a hook set with diamonds to a 17” 18 carat white gold chain decorated with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Recycled 18k Gold Sapphire Beaded Handmade Chain Necklace and more
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
-formed. Sapphire briolette beads in complementing yellow and orange/pink colors add a subtle splash of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

Pink Sapphire Drop Necklace in Solid Yellow Gold by Allison Bryan
By Allison Bryan
Located in London, GB
This necklace features a delicate faceted pink sapphire briolette strung on a fine 16-inch chain
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2010s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
necklace, 35.43in.- 90 cm. long, with 40.10 carats of blue sapphire briolette drops. Alex Jona jewels
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2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold 1.85 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Yellow Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold 1.85 TDW This amazing necklace is finely
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Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Orginial, Sadboy Pendant 'Sterling Silver with Gemstone Briolettes'
Located in Brooklyn, NY
“gothy” feel. This necklace is available in brass with black spinel briolettes with a sterling silver
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Black Spinel, Silver, Sterling Si...

Adamas Pink Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Adamas
Located in New York, NY
the allure? The Adamas Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace is made in Italy in the 21st century, circa
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
long) alternating briolette blue sapphire drops and pink tourmaline briolette drops for a total weight
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2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Necklace Sautoir In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 342.40 Ctw In Color Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
A long necklace sautoir with color sapphires. A versatile long necklace sautoir, crafted in Italy
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1990s Italian Modernist Drop Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire,...

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
) suspending 5 multicolor sapphire briolettes of lovely pastel colors. The pendant is attached to an 18 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Multi Strand Yellow Sapphire Bead Necklace with 18K Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate multi strand golden sapphire necklace with an 18K yellow gold and diamond
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1990s Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire and Diamond Long Chain Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The necklace composed of oval-shaped briolette-cut pink sapphires, each interspersed by round
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Pink Sapphire in 18kt Gold Star Necklace on Gold Chains by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Loose pink and white sapphires are held inside this beautiful 18kt yellow Gold Star pendant cage
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow 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...

Ruby Sapphire Tsavorite Enamel A'la Russe Necklace
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sapphire Ruby Tsavorite Enamel A'la Russe Necklace What do you know about Pavlovo Posad shawls
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Russian Empire Link Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Enamel, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 13.78 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco yellow marquise briolette sapphire and diamond necklace pendant. Gia certified natural no
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Ella Gafter Diamond Sapphire Pearl Lariat Necklace Set
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
attached to a bell-like design that in turn suspends a cascade of sapphire briolettes of various pastel
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist More Necklaces

Materials

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

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
12.88 carats of briolette cut blue sapphire drops. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their
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2010s Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ella Gafter Sapphire Diamond South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
carats) suspending 7 multicolor sapphire briolettes of lovely pastel colors (7.50 carats). The pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

De Grisogono 18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Sapphire Amethyst Chiocciolina Necklace
By de GRISOGONO
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
De Grisogono Diamond, Sapphire & Amethyst 18ct Rose Gold Chiocciola Necklace Brand- De Grisogono
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2010s Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peridot and Yellow Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Peridot and yellow sapphire pendant in 14k gold. 14k gold pendant with peridots, sapphire and
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

Peridot and Yellow Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
Peridot and Yellow Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
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H 0.53 in L 0.99 in
AJD 18 Inch Highly Polished Multi-color Graduated Sapphire Necklace Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
18 Inch gorgeous sapphire necklace in smooth briolette that graduate 11-13.5mm in predominately
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

18KT Gold Petite Purse Necklace with 1.50 Carat Diamonds & 1.50 Carat Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat white gold 33" pendant necklace is designed with the most elegant petite purse. Round
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1990s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 260 Carat Blue Topaz and Sapphire Diamond Necklace 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
260Ct. Natural Bue topaz Briolettes & Rose Cut Bead Necklace Clean and gorgeous aqua tone. The
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2010s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Acque Stellate 18k White Gold Necklace Aquamarine Topaz Sapphire Diamond Pearl
Located in Montréal, Québec
Our waterfall necklace, Acque Stellate, is made in 18K white gold. Faceted sapphires, aquamarines
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...

Silver Spider Pendant with Cultured Green Sapphire, and Red Zirconia
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
A Blackened Silver Spider Pendant with Cultured Green Sapphire Body, & Red Zirconia Eyes. This
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire

Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
, lavender - violet - color, briolette cut, transparent, (7.5 x 5 mm), approx 1.3 ct Sapphires: 1 piece, pink
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Ruby Yellow Sapphire Tsavorite Enamel A'la Russe Ring Earring Necklace Suite
By Mousson Atelier
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ruby Yellow Sapphire Tsavorite Enamel A'la Russe Ring Earring Necklace Suite What do you know about
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Russian Empire Link Necklaces

Materials

Tsavorite, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
briolette sapphires. It hangs from a hook set with diamonds and connects to a 16.5” 18 carat white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Necklace
Ella Gafter Golden Pearl Necklace
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L 16.5 in
Amethyst Pendant in 14k Gold, Pink Sapphire Pendant in 14k Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
, lavender - violet - color, briolette cut, transparent, (7.5 x 5 mm), approx 1.3 ct Sapphires: 1 piece, pink
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Alex Jona Multicolor Sapphire South Sea Pearl Tassel 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
covered over the top by multicolor sapphire briolette drops. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for
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2010s Italian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Marina J. Pink Sapphire & Pearl Woven Choker with Rhodium Plated Silver Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
briolettes hang from the necklace, which shine bright due to their translucency. Beautiful Graduated Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Multi Gemstone Necklace #14689
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Tourmaline Drop Necklace- This lovely drop necklace
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 50.5 Carats Tourmaline Tundra Sapphire 22K Gold Beaded Necklace
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A 12 x 19 mm watermelon tourmaline briolette faceted bead with flashes of green and pink is held by
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

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Sapphire Briolette Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sapphire briolette necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 12 antique edition and 39 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect sapphire briolette necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A sapphire briolette necklace from Faye Kim, Ella Gafter and AB Jewelry NYC — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A briolette cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and pear cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a sapphire briolette necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Sapphire Briolette Necklace?

On average, a sapphire briolette necklace at 1stDibs sells for $4,589, while they’re typically $350 on the low end and $107,511 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.