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Arts & Crafts c.1900s Moonstone Citrine Enamel Silver Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Arts & Crafts c.1900s Silver, Enamel, Citrine and Moonstone necklace on original chain
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Silver Antique Necklace

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Citrine, Moonstone, Enamel, Silver

Art Deco Antique Peruzzi Satyr Angels Renaissance Silver Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
silver necklace. Crafted with intricate detailing and inspired by the grandeur of the Renaissance era
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Early 19th Century American Art Deco Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Art Nouveau Silver Necklace and Enamel Silver Pendant with Rubies and Pearls
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered beautiful Art Nouveau silver pendant with silver necklace. The pendant is decorated with 4
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Art Deco Modernist Silver Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This modernist mesch necklace has a beautiful smooth feel to it despite it's considerable weight
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1920s European Art Deco Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Antique Art Deco Modernist Silver Necklace
Antique Art Deco Modernist Silver Necklace
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W 0.67 in D 0.2 in Dm 5.32 in L 17.52 in
Antique French Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Antique French Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Silver Necklace. Featuring two rose cut
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1860s Silver Antique Necklace

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

Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This necklace is just lovely! Made of sterling silver and gorgeous deep red garnets with an
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
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H 1.63 in W 1.38 in L 18 in
Antique Moonstone Cabochon Drop Fringe Festoon Silver Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Droplet Necklace was found in a New England Estate. Crafted of silver testing around sterling standard
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Silver Antique Necklace

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Moonstone, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
later sterling silver trace chain necklace, the necklace has two spring ring fasteners and terminates at
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19th Century British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

German Art Nouveau Silver Necklace Flower Oval Citrine
Located in Berkeley, CA
. The workmanship is delicate and precise with a feminine influence. This is a very unique necklace!
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Citrine, Silver

Antique German Art Nouveau Silver Necklace Flower Oval Citrine
German Art Nouveau Silver Necklace Flower Oval Citrine
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H 2 in W 1.5 in D 0.13 in L 25 in
Edwardian Citrine Sterling Silver Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and finely detailed facet cut Sparkling Citrine beads necklace suspending an Exquisite
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Early 1900s Edwardian Silver Antique Necklace

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Chinese Ethnic Antique Turquoise Jade Coral Silver Necklace Tribal Jewelry
Located in London, GB
A fine Chinese Ethnic Minority antique turquoise jade coral silver necklace from Bai people Yunnan
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Early 20th Century Tibetan Silver Antique Necklace

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Coral, Jade, Silver

Early to Mid-20th Century Pendant Silver Necklace, Yemen
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Early to mid-20th century pendant silver necklace, Yemen This pendant necklace has an
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Early 20th Century Yemeni Tribal Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Mid-19th Century Paste and Bristol Blue Glass Silver Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Absolutely beautiful paste necklace featuring bright blue glass and such intricate detail. All set
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1850s Unknown Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

19th Century Citrines (Approx. 300 Carats), Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Rare XIX th century (19th) necklace in silver and gold set with amazing color oval citrines. The
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19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Citrine, Gold, Silver

Antique 4.00 Carat Russian Rose Cut Diamond 14k & Silver Necklace
Located in Firenze, FI
Stunning vintage rose cut diamond drop pendent necklace. approximately 4.00 carats central pear
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19th Century Russian Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Silver

LB offers a one of a kind, handmade, vintage marcasite and silver necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
, necklace.The sterling and marcasite brooch is forming a stunning pendant with the addition of the Southwest
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1920s American Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Labradorite, Marcasite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Silver and Amythest Edwardian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Silver and Amythest Edwardian Necklace of European origin. Lovely Neoclassical motifs are used
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Early 1900s German Edwardian Silver Antique Necklace

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Amethyst, Silver

Silver and Amythest Edwardian Necklace
Silver and Amythest Edwardian Necklace
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H 3.5 in W 2 in L 16 in
Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Native American squash blossom turquoise and sterling silver necklace. Weighs 190 grams gross
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Early 20th Century Silver Antique Necklace

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

1900s Chiseled Silver Long Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in silver. Long antique silver necklace, it consists of an alternating mesh chased in two
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Paste Drop pendant necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
unmarked, tested positive for Silver. Necklace in very good condition for the age. Pendant fully complete
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Early 20th Century European Georgian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Cushion Paste Three Drop necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
This solid silver and round and cushion cut paste drop necklace is a stunning piece from the late
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Early 20th Century European Georgian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Edwardian Moonstone Silver Festoon Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Full of antique charm! Sweet Edwardian Moonstone silver necklace, that drapes beautifully
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Silver Antique Necklace

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Moonstone, Silver

Antique Silver British Pence Coin Rivière
Located in New York, NY
in. Weight: 32.68 grams This antique silver necklace is unpolished and is oxidized but upon request
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Britannia Standard Silver

Vintage Chinese Mongolian Carved Carnelian Turquoise Silver Enamel Necklace
Located in Plainsboro, NJ
MASSIVE Old Chinese or Mongolian Silver statement necklace with a large stamped pendant featuring
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Silver Antique Necklace

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Silver and Enamel Necklace, Ramsden & Carr, 1904
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Arts and Crafts ornamental sterling silver necklace by Ramsden & Carr. The necklace is designed
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Early 1900s British Arts and Crafts Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

French 20th Century Silver Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique necklace in silver, ram head hallmark. Long and rare antique silver necklace made of a
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace and pendant set with onyx, old mine cut and rose cut diamond. 0.25ct - 40cm long
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
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H 1.5 in W 1.23 in L 15.75 in
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose cut
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
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H 1.34 in W 1.11 in L 19.69 in
Art Deco Pools of Light Rock Crystal Silver Gilt Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous Art Deco Pools of Light necklace in sterling silver. Necklace is in wonderful
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1920s English Art Deco Silver Antique Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Crystal, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Silver Silvergilt Garnet Double Flame Heart Pigeon Wedding Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This outrageous silver necklace consists out of four rows of belcher chains and three ornamental
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1830s German Silver Antique Necklace

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Garnet, Silver

Ancient Artifacts, Coin, Fossil, Turquoise and Carnelian Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Ancient artifact Bohemian necklace featuring an ancient Byzantine bronze coin, ancient Carnelian
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Silver Antique Necklace

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Multi-gemstone, Agate, Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Chalcedony, Ye...

EARLY 1900’s Tribal MUGHAL EAST INDIAN OLD SILVER Chain and Pendant NECKLACE
Located in Newport Coast, CA
EARLY 1900’s Tribal MUGHAL INDIAN OLD SILVER NECKLACE Intricate one of a kind three dimensional
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Early 20th Century Indian Empire Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Large Mongolian Silver, Coral, Turquoise Lock Charm Necklace, Early 20th Century
Located in Austin, TX
A large and fabulous Mongolian silver "spirit lock" necklace with turquoise and coral bead accents
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Early 20th Century Mongolian Silver Antique Necklace

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Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Book Chain Necklace with Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
A treat of a Silver Book Chain and locket necklace that has the beautiful engraving of the
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1870s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Monumental Jeweled 7 Inch Bishop Cross And Heart Necklace 46 Inch Silver Chain
Located in New York, NY
extraordinary necklace features a 7 inch pendant of a bejeweled cross in Silver-Gilt with a Heart motif at the
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19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Theodore Farner 1910 Art Noveau Red, Black, White Enamel SS Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely necklace comes from 1910 Art Noveau and is made in sterling silver with red, black and
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1910s Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

Choker set with old mine cut and rose diamonds up to 2.50ct gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace set with old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. 2.50ct - G/H - SI - 40 cm long
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Silver, Gold

Wiener Werkstätte Necklace With Medallion, Bertold Löffler, Vienna Around 1910
By Wiener Werkstätte
Located in Vienna, AT
: 2,9 cm / 1.14 in total heigt: 4,2 cm / 1.65 in On silver necklace 925 silver
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1910s Austrian Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Engraved Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
silver necklace to Jenny Lind, the British Nightingale. Birmingham was a major producer of silver jewelry
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1860s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Important Early 20th Century Mughal Prayer Necklace, Silver and Gold wash, Heavy
Located in Newport Coast, CA
ANTIQUE MUGHAL OLD SILVER AND GOLD WASH PRAYER NECKLACE EARLY 1900’S NECKLACE FROM INDIA. VERY
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Early 20th Century Indian Empire Silver Antique Necklace

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Gold, Silver

Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Necklace, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
Antique natural pearl and diamond necklace, circa 1880. A gold and silver necklace with one central
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Late 19th Century Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold

French Art Nouveau Fine Pearl Diamond Silver Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
18 carat yellow gold and silver necklace eagle's head hallmark. Featuring an openwork floral design
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1890s French Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver, Ye...

Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic! Length: 141cm Chain Width
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1880s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Victorian Silver Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Gorgeous glossy silver longuard necklace. Very versatile and classic! Length: 85.5cm Chain Width
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1880s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Stunning Murrle Bennett Sterling Silver and Enamel Art Nouveau Necklace Pendant
By Murrle Bennett & Co.
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb late Victorian period pendant. A 950 grade silver example with blue / green enamelling to
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver, Enamel

18 kt Gold on Silver Antique Necklace With Rose Cut Diamonds , Ca 1860
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt Gold on Silver Antique Necklace With Rose Cut Diamonds , Ca 1860 Antique Necklace CA
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19th Century European Artisan Silver Antique Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver

Edwardian Moonstone Silver Festoon Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Full of charm! Sweet Edwardian Moonstone festoon necklace set in silver gilt. This
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Late 19th Century English Edwardian Silver Antique Necklace

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Moonstone, Silver

Victorian Silver Fancy Collar Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This necklace could be worn two ways, the more decorative side or the simple side. Coins on this
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1850s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Elegant Victorian Silver Mesh Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Victorian Silver Mesh Link Necklace from the late 19th Century. Flexible hand made links
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1880s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Elegant Victorian Silver Mesh Link Necklace
Elegant Victorian Silver Mesh Link Necklace
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W 0.9 in L 17 in
20th Century Silver Long Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Antique chain in silver, ram's head hallmark. Long silver chain, it consists of a flattened mesh
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Etruscan Revival Silver Filigree Choker Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gorgeous Etruscan Revival silver filigree choker necklace is made of fifteen silver link
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Early 20th Century European Etruscan Revival Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Etruscan Revival Silver Filigree Choker Necklace
Etruscan Revival Silver Filigree Choker Necklace
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W 1.03 in L 16.54 in
Edwardian Silver Paste Georgian Style Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Stunning Georgian inspired silver paste necklace. The sparkle on this piece is just beautiful and
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Early 1900s Unknown Georgian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Amethyst Diamond Silver Gold Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
top cape. 9 K red gold and silver. Marked on the clasp: purity 375. Weight: 21,94 grams. Length
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1890s British Belle Époque Silver Antique Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Vintage Nephrite Jade Silver Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage green nephrite jade beaded necklace made of one single-strand. The necklace consists of
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Early 20th Century European Silver Antique Necklace

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Jade, Silver

Victorian Silver Locket and Fancy Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
former owners nearest and dearest. The necklace is fastened with a bolt clasp. Hallmarked Birmingham
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1880s British Victorian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

18kt Yellow Gold Silver And Large Silver Coin Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Supporting a silver coin, ITALIAN STATES, LIVORNO, Cosimo III, Tollero, 1704, Livorno. Crowned
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Early 1700s Italian Silver Antique Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Central Asian Tribal Silver Talisman Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique Islamic Central Asian tribal silver talisman chain necklace presumably from the Herat
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Late 19th Century Asian Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Collar Necklace, Aesthetic, Stork
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is a most elaborate antique, Victorian era sterling silver collar necklace. This is one of
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19th Century British Aesthetic Movement Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique French silver long chain necklace, longuard chain, 900 silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
This gorgeous antique French silver long chain or longuard chain necklace is everything you could
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Silver Antique Necklace

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Silver

Sterling Silver Indian Squash Blossom Necklace, 211.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Sterling Silver Indian Squash Blossom Necklace, 211.2g Handmade American indian sterling silver and
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Early 19th Century Unknown Silver Antique Necklace

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Sterling Silver

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Silver Antique Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact silver antique necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver. If you’re looking for a silver antique necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. Creating a silver antique necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Georg Jensen, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Muzeion are consistently popular. Take a look at a silver antique necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a rose cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old mine cut and old european cut alternatives. Most of our silver antique necklace for sale are for women, but there are 625 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Silver Antique Necklace?

On average, a silver antique necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,992, while they’re typically $49 on the low end and $685,000 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 Silver Antique Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best silver for a necklace is sterling silver; it is the best quality silver available in jewelry. 99.9% is the purest form of silver that you can get but it's too soft for jewelry production. Sterling silver is an alloy containing 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% other metals. Globally, sterling silver is used as the standard for making silver necklaces. On 1stDibs, you can find an amazing selection of antique and vintage silver necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    What a silver heart necklace means is up to interpretation. Some people associate silver heart necklaces with affection and love. Others consider the heart a religious symbol and believe it represents divine love. Others may choose to wear silver heart necklaces simply because they like their appearance. Explore a range of heart necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    What the highest-quality silver necklace is depends on your definition of "high quality." If you mean the type that is the most pure, fine .999 silver is the answer. It is 99.9% pure silver, with the tiny remainder of its contents coming from trace elements. On the other hand, if you define quality by durability and longevity, .925 sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloy metal, may be a better option. Fine .999 silver is soft and more reactive, making it more vulnerable to tarnishing and scratching than .925 sterling. Explore a diverse assortment of silver necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Yes, some Vivienne Westwood necklaces are real silver. Specifically, the British fashion and jewelry designer's brand produces some necklaces out of sterling silver. In addition, some pieces are fashioned out of brass. Shop a variety of Vivienne Westwood jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.