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Snake Clasp Gold

Snake Chain Gold 14kt Two Tone Chain Necklace Gold Necklace Lobster Clasp
Snake Chain Gold 14kt Two Tone Chain Necklace Gold Necklace Lobster Clasp

Snake Chain Gold 14kt Two Tone Chain Necklace Gold Necklace Lobster Clasp

Located in Jupiter, FL

Snake gold chain 14KT white and yellow gold, plain solid chain 18 inches. GRAM WEIGHT: 7.16gr GOLD

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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pandora Sterling Snake Chain Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Clasp 7.9" 590702HG #14760
Pandora Sterling Snake Chain Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Clasp 7.9" 590702HG #14760

Pandora Sterling Snake Chain Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Clasp 7.9" 590702HG #14760

By Pandora

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Authentic Pandora sterling silver snake chain bracelet with 14K yellow gold barrel clasp

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold 15.5" Snake Link Necklace w/ Buckle Clasp
Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold 15.5" Snake Link Necklace w/ Buckle Clasp

Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold 15.5" Snake Link Necklace w/ Buckle Clasp

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Montclair, NJ

Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 40.26 Grams Chain Type: Snake link Chain Length: 15.5

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20th Century Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Necklace
Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Necklace

Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 14K Yellow Gold Ruby Necklace

Located in GOES, NL

beauty mine in Arizona, delicately hand knotted with a handmade large solid gold diamond snake clasp

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Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Crossbody Bag in Black Leather
Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Crossbody Bag in Black Leather

Bvlgari Serpenti Forever Crossbody Bag in Black Leather

By Bulgari

Located in Amman, JO

chain shoulder strap Closure: Signature Serpenti snake-head clasp Hardware: Gold-tone hardware with

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags

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Vintage 1940s Snake Necklace 14 Karat Gold with Ruby Trim on the Clasp
Vintage 1940s Snake Necklace 14 Karat Gold with Ruby Trim on the Clasp

Vintage 1940s Snake Necklace 14 Karat Gold with Ruby Trim on the Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Vintage and Classic - this 14k yellow gold snake necklace is solid and typical of the period when

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Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

11-Strand Pearl Torsade Necklace

11-Strand Pearl Torsade Necklace

By Betteridge

Located in Greenwich, CT

. 18k white gold snake clasp Pearls ranging from 2mm to 7.5mm in diameter

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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Sorab & Roshi Blue Chalcedony Nugget Necklace

Sorab & Roshi Blue Chalcedony Nugget Necklace

By Sorab & Roshi

Located in Greenwich, CT

Two strands of nesting nugget shape Blue chalcedony bead Necklace on an 18 karat white gold snake

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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

18kt Gold Bracelet with Snake Clasp
18kt Gold Bracelet with Snake Clasp

18kt Gold Bracelet with Snake Clasp

By Julius Cohen

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Light and playful 18kt Gold Chain Bracelet. Clasp is designed with snake clasp/safety mechanism

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American Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Snake Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Spring Ring Clasp
Snake Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Spring Ring Clasp

Snake Chain Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Spring Ring Clasp

Located in Greensboro, NC

Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this versatile necklace is fashioned in a fancy snake chain style that

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20th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pandora Moments 14k Gold Bracelet Heart Clasp Bangle Snake Charm 6.5"
Pandora Moments 14k Gold Bracelet Heart Clasp Bangle Snake Charm 6.5"

Pandora Moments 14k Gold Bracelet Heart Clasp Bangle Snake Charm 6.5"

By Pandora

Located in Northbrook, IL

Pandora Bangle Bracelet Heart Clasp 14k Gold 6.5", lays flat but closed it feels like a bangle

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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

14k Gold

Rare 9" Pandora 14k Gold Charm Bracelet Moments Snake 21.3g Barrel Clasp
Rare 9" Pandora 14k Gold Charm Bracelet Moments Snake 21.3g Barrel Clasp

Rare 9" Pandora 14k Gold Charm Bracelet Moments Snake 21.3g Barrel Clasp

By Pandora

Located in Northbrook, IL

craftsmanship. The bracelet showcases a sleek, snake chain design in lustrous 14k gold, featuring a distinctive

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

15ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp
15ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

15ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold snake link extender chain. This

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Snake Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1890 This exquisite bracelet showcases stunning

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian era Snake Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Snake Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1890 This exquisite bracelet showcases stunning

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp
9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp

9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Yellow Gold Bracelet 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 This antique Edwardian bracelet is a

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dior Clutch in Water Snake Skin
Dior Clutch in Water Snake Skin

Dior Clutch in Water Snake Skin

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H 5.91 in D 1.58 in L 8.86 in

Dior Clutch in Water Snake Skin

By Christian Dior

Located in Paris, FR

Dior clutch in water snake skin. Signature clasp in shiny gold metal hardware. The interior is in

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2010s Italian Clutches

Clarissa Bronfman Ebony Buddha Pendant Beaded Necklace
Clarissa Bronfman Ebony Buddha Pendant Beaded Necklace

Clarissa Bronfman Ebony Buddha Pendant Beaded Necklace

By Clarissa Bronfman

Located in New York, NY

Red onyx beads with silver/diamond/ruby snake tumbler and silver clasp. 14k gold and ebony Buddha

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Snake Scarf Clasp
Victorian Snake Scarf Clasp

Victorian Snake Scarf Clasp

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W 0.5 in L 1.1 in

Victorian Snake Scarf Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Charming Victorian Snake Scarf Clasp made in France in the late 19th Century. Made of gold filled

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Antique 1880s French Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Gold-filled

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Fancy Snake Box Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Yellow Gold Bracelet 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This antique Edwardian bracelet

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp
9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

jewellery collection with this exquisite 9ct yellow gold snake link extender chain. This beautiful chain is

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp
15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp

Located in Brighton, GB

elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold snake link extender chain. This

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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Gold Ruby Necklace
Estate Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Gold Ruby Necklace

Estate Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Gold Ruby Necklace

Located in GOES, NL

: • round Sleeping Beauty Turquoises • large 14K solid gold sparkling diamonds snake clasp • 14k gold

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Late 20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 14k Gold

1940s Heavy Flexible Snake Omega Style Gold Slinky Necklace with Gold Clasp
1940s Heavy Flexible Snake Omega Style Gold Slinky Necklace with Gold Clasp

1940s Heavy Flexible Snake Omega Style Gold Slinky Necklace with Gold Clasp

Located in New York, NY

One 14kt Flexible Gold Snake Style Omega Link Necklace With 14kt Gold Lock Clasp Which May Be Worn

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Vintage 1940s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Chopard Lady's White Gold and Diamond H Diamond Wristwatch
Chopard Lady's White Gold and Diamond H Diamond Wristwatch

Chopard Lady's White Gold and Diamond H Diamond Wristwatch

By Chopard

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Bezel Function: Fixed Strap Material: Snake Skin Clasp Material: White Gold Original Retail Price

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unisex Hermes Arceau AR3.720 Steel Gold Quartz Watch
Unisex Hermes Arceau AR3.720 Steel Gold Quartz Watch

Unisex Hermes Arceau AR3.720 Steel Gold Quartz Watch

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Case Material Steel & Gold Bracelet / Strap Material Aftermarket - Genuine Snake Clasp / Buckle

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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Sorab & Roshi Moonstone Bead Necklace

Sorab & Roshi Moonstone Bead Necklace

By Sorab & Roshi

Located in Greenwich, CT

Three strand of nesting tumbled multi color moonstone Necklace on an 18 karat gold bar & snake

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American Beaded Necklaces

1930s Long Oblong Open Link Figural Hand Holding Snake Clasp Gold Chain
1930s Long Oblong Open Link Figural Hand Holding Snake Clasp Gold Chain

1930s Long Oblong Open Link Figural Hand Holding Snake Clasp Gold Chain

Located in New York, NY

Unique Figural Hand Holding A Snake Clasp. Chain Measuring 40 Inches Long So You May wear It Doubled For

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Vintage 1930s British Chain Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold

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Russian Jade & Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gold Plated Jade Clasp
Russian Jade & Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gold Plated Jade Clasp

Russian Jade & Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gold Plated Jade Clasp

Located in Chesterland, OH

We’re delighted to present this elegant necklace handcrafted from genuine Siberian jade—a stone revered in Russian culture not just for its beauty, but as a symbol of protection and ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 36" 14k Y Gold 9 mm Certified
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 36" 14k Y Gold 9 mm Certified

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 36" 14k Y Gold 9 mm Certified

By Mikimoto

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Magnificent and Rare Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl 9 mm necklace Necklace 36" 18k Yellow Gold Certified $56,000 M56000 Estate Mikimoto 97 Pearls LARGE 9 mm 36 Inches 18 KT Yellow Gol...

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1990s Japanese Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Estate Art Deco Style 6.00 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Chandelier Earrings
Estate Art Deco Style 6.00 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Chandelier Earrings

Estate Art Deco Style 6.00 TCW Diamond 18K White Gold Chandelier Earrings

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous, large, glamorous Art Deco style openwork diamond and 18K white gold chandelier earrings. Round cut diamonds total weight approximately 6 carats. Diamonds G-H, VS. 3.4 inche...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace

Located in London, GB

A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...

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Antique 1880s Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Three-Strand Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Clasp
Three-Strand Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Clasp

Three-Strand Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Clasp

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

A Pearl bracelet is the all time classic!! This bracelet is designed with three rows of 8mm Cultured Pearls. The bracelet has 3 White Gold and Diamond bars along with a beautiful cla...

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1990s American Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl and Diamond Earrings
Pearl and Diamond Earrings

Pearl and Diamond Earrings

By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

An elegant pair of pearl and diamond dangle earrings. 1.50 carats of white round brilliant cut diamonds set into round and marquise shapes with a pearl drop. 18k white gold App...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

GIA Certified 6.41 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
GIA Certified 6.41 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

GIA Certified 6.41 Carats Pear Shape Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring

By Roman Malakov

Located in New York, NY

A gorgeous engagement ring, showcasing a 6.41 carats pear shape diamond certified by GIA as F color and IF clarity*, set on a seven prong setting. Flanked by tapered baguette cut dia...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Paris Retro Ruby and Sapphire Gold Double Lipstick
Cartier Paris Retro Ruby and Sapphire Gold Double Lipstick

Cartier Paris Retro Ruby and Sapphire Gold Double Lipstick

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Cartier Double Headed Lipstick Holder This accessory has two heads that can hold lipstick and 2 carved gemstones (ruby and sapphire) all set in 18k yellow gold. Signed Cartier Paris,...

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20th Century French Artist Vanity Items

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Genuine Pink Opal Flower Oval Ruby Cabochon Solid 14K Yellow  Gold Fashion Ring
Genuine Pink Opal Flower Oval Ruby Cabochon Solid 14K Yellow  Gold Fashion Ring

Genuine Pink Opal Flower Oval Ruby Cabochon Solid 14K Yellow Gold Fashion Ring

By Tutti Frutti Jewellery

Located in Bangkok, TH

Genuine Pink Opal Flower 33 mm. in diameter with in the center a Oval Ruby Cabochon size 8x10 mm set in solid 14 Kt yellow gold is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold shank. US si...

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2010s Thai Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring
Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

Emilio Jewelry GIA Certified 7.02 Carat Natural Blue Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From the museum vault at Emilio Jewelry New York, One of the rarest and only diamonds of its size and color. Please inquire for details.

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Blue Diamond

Rare Important Estate 18KT Gold 40CT Gorgeous Ruby Diamond Necklace
Rare Important Estate 18KT Gold 40CT Gorgeous Ruby Diamond Necklace

Rare Important Estate 18KT Gold 40CT Gorgeous Ruby Diamond Necklace

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Rare Large Triple Strand Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Ne...

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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace
Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace

Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace Set in two tone yellow & white gold. Approximately 17.50 carats total of old European cut diamonds. Quality of diamonds are H/I/J in color & on av...

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Antique Early 1900s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915
Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Pigeon's Blood Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace/Tiara, circa 1915

Located in London, GB

Pigeon's blood Burmese ruby and diamond necklace/tiara. Set to the centre with twenty six oval old cut natural unenhanced Pigeon's blood Burmese rubies in open back claw settings, ra...

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Vintage 1910s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, Platinum

Akoya Pearl Necklace with White Gold Clasp
Akoya Pearl Necklace with White Gold Clasp

Akoya Pearl Necklace with White Gold Clasp

Located in Trumbull, CT

Elevate your look with a timeless pearl necklace. This 17-18 inches in length strand necklace is fully knotted and hand strung with matching silk cord. The necklace comprises 44 lust...

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2010s Japanese Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pearl necklace with gold, emerald and diamond clasp
Pearl necklace with gold, emerald and diamond clasp

Pearl necklace with gold, emerald and diamond clasp

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L 15.75 in

Pearl necklace with gold, emerald and diamond clasp

Located in New Orleans, LA

This is a lovely multi strand necklace of beautiful oval cultured freshwater creamy white pearls. There is a very handsome 14kt yellow gold clasp set with bright green emeralds and ...

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Vintage 1960s Asian Neoclassical Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold

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Snake Clasp Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of snake clasp gold you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of snake clasp gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A choice in our collection of snake clasp gold from Julius Cohen and Kenneth Jay Lane — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of snake clasp gold from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 2 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of snake clasp gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Snake Clasp Gold?

The price for a piece of snake clasp gold starts at $275 and tops out at $4,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,025.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.