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Vintage Tourmaline and 9 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet necklace holds seven tourmaline stones on the 9 carat gold ripe twist chan and also has
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Vintage 1980s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold

0.25 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Pendant Necklace, 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This dainty and sweet necklace features a 0.25 carat bezel set natural round diamond set in 14
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Real Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
with 84 natural, earth mined rose-cut, promo quality diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Real Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Real Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
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H 0.99 in W 0.79 in L 0.99 in
.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
with 84 natural, earth mined rose-cut, promo quality diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
.925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
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H 0.99 in W 0.79 in L 0.99 in
Vintage Malachite Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
-known good luck crystals. This delicate and sweet necklace would make a beautiful addition to any
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Late 20th Century Russian Retro Beaded Necklaces

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Malachite

Vintage Malachite Necklace
Vintage Malachite Necklace
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L 20.5 in
14K White Gold 3/8 Carat Heart Shaped Solitaire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pair it with – another reason why you'll never want to take this one off. This sweet necklace makes a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold 1.0 Carat White Diamond Ribbon & Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sapphires. The gemstones are set in prong settings, for a dazzling and graceful look. This sweet necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.50ct Diamond Cultured Pearl Necklace Vintage 14k White Gold Oval Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
cultured pearl measures 7mm. The sweet necklace features a diamond set oval shaped pendant with a lustrous
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

.925 Sterling Silver 3.00 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
any occasion. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
perfect gift for any occasion. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
is the perfect gift for any occasion. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
perfect gift for any occasion. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

.925 Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
.925 Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
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.925 Sterling Silver 3.00 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver 1/3 Carat Diamond Awareness Ribbon Halo Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
open heart design features 24 sparkling diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

10K Rose Gold over Silver 1/2 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold...

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.00 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
features 26 natural, sparkling diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect gift to show someone you care
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

10k Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 10k Gold

10K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

10K Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

10K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

10K Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver 3.0 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 2.0 Carat Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
features 20 natural, sparkling diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect gift to show someone you care
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

10K Rose Gold Over .925 Sterling Silver 1.0 Cttw Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diamonds. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to remember someone close
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver 1/10 Carat Round Diamond Accented Open Heart with Love Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
and personal, this romantic diamond heart pendant necklace is sure to radiate romance. This sweet
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver

14k Two-Tone Gold 1.0 Carat Diamond Foldover Box Pendant Box Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sweet necklace makes a great gift for any special occasion! Whether worn for daytime glamour or evening
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 4.0 Carat Round-Cut Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
perfect gift for any occasion. This sweet necklace makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, or as a way to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Solid 18k Gold Sweet Dreams Necklace by Lucy Stopes-Roe
Located in London, GB
A beautiful dreamy man in the moon, cloud and stars necklace is cast in solid 18 Carat gold and
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21st Century and Contemporary European Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Sweet Diamond and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace In 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This sweet Diamond and Blue sapphire pendant necklace in 18K white gold is a beautiful gift to
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eternal Rose Sweet Pear & Cinnamon Necklace, Yellow, Real Rose, 24k Gold
Located in Belmont, MA
Nature abounds with beauty in our Sweet Pear and Cinnamon Eternal Necklace. Each petal shows
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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24k Gold

Tiny Gold Celestial Charm Necklace - Art Nouveau 'Lady in the Moon' with Diamond
Located in Danvers, MA
an antique stickpin (circa 1910) to a sweet necklace charm. Between the two points of the crescent
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Sweet Sixteen Pendant Necklace, Yellow Gold, Peridot and Pearl Large Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Sweet 16 August Birthday Charm! A 16th birthday is a milestone and a very important birthday so
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Tsavorite Necklace with Chain sweet Bubbles made in Italy so unique
Located in Viena, Viena
Sweet bubble necklace with 10 mm large amethyst in fine color quality, approx. 3.45 ct, solid
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Amethyst, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Sweet Diamond .03 Carat Solitaire 14K White Gold Stackable April Necklace LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This adorable diamond solitaire necklace is a perfect everyday accent around the neck! At 16 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald Virgin Mary Bronze Grey Silver Sweet Water Pearl Bead Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Virgin Mary Bronze Grey Silver Sweet water Pearl Bead Necklace J Dauphin Exclusive piece
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Bronze, Silver

Two-Tone Queen Bee Necklace, Sweet 3D Bee, Sterling Silver & 14K Yellow Gold LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
How cute is this "Queen Bee" necklace?! The bright sterling silver oval disc is engraved with Queen
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm
Located in New York, NY
Large "Sweet 16" charm. Wide embossed border, with a cut-out "16" in the center. Set with four
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Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm
Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm
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Dm 1.25 in
Sweet 16 Pendant in 14 Karat Gold, Gold Disk for Charm Bracelet or Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
This 14k Sweet 16 charm decked out in sapphires, emeralds, and rubies is the perfect birthday
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sweet Lemon & Mint Oval Quartz Drop Necklace, 7.50 Carats in 14k Yellow Gold Lv
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Add this refreshingly light and bright quartz necklace to your jewelry collection! The colors of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a very sweet pendant featuring a lovely heart-shaped opal cabochon. The opal conveys a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold

Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
Sweet 14k Gold Opal Heart Seed Pearl Pendant
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H 0.79 in W 0.52 in
Sweet heart pearl pendant in gold with diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
Enter the realm of exquisite elegance with this enchanting 14k yellow gold pendant, a true masterpiece of craftsmanship and sophistication. Gracing its center is a captivating heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sweet Victorian Circa 1870 Engraved Yellow Gold Oval Locket
Located in Wheaton, IL
it easy to wear as a necklace or to keep in a pocket. This remarkable piece of jewelry is truly a
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Pendant Gold Mother-of-pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Montreal, Quebec
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS SWEET ALHAMBRA PENDANT GOLD MOTHER-OF-PEARL This necklace features the mother
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Vintage 22.0 Ct Amethyst 1.90 Ct Diamond Sweet Heart Pendant 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful vintage sweet heart pendant is 1960 circa Exquisitely hand crafted as unique in the
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Mid-20th Century European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond

Rosequartz Pink Saphire Drop Pendant So Sweet Made in Italy Finest Quality
Located in Viena, Viena
drop pendant so sweet, made in a traditional goldsmith's factory in Valenza/Italy this beautiful
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Red Coral Cabochon Drop Brilliant Pendant with Chain soooo sweet made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
Drop pendant made in a traditional Italian goldsmith in Valenza, delightful design, a red coral cabochon drop pendant AAA+ set as if it were floating, held by 2 long fine crabs and a...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Drop Pendant with Chain soo sweet with Malachite and Tsavorithe made in Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
Drop pendant made in a traditional Italian goldsmith in Valenza, delightful design, a malachite drop with a beautiful structure, set as if floating, held by 2 long fine crabs and an ...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Malachite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

14k Gold Diamond Chain Necklace, Tennis Necklace, Choker Adjustable Necklace
By Sabrina A Inc
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k Gold Diamond Chain Necklace, Tennis Necklace, Choker Adjustable Necklace Sweet and Dainty
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Necklace Silver Turquoise Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grey Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 16" Metal is Gold Filled Chain Hand made in Los
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Chrysophrase Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Grey Sweet Water Pearl with Chrysophrase Necklace 16" Metal is Gold Filled Chain Hand made in Los
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Alberta Ferretti Vintage Black Sleeve Covers
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Milano, IT
tightens behind the neck in a very elegant bow, creating a very sweet necklace effect. The sleeves are
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1990s Italian Neckcloths

Alberta Ferretti Vintage Purple Sleeve Covers
By Alberta Ferretti
Located in Milano, IT
, spectacular. it tightens behind the neck in a very elegant bow, creating a very sweet necklace effect. The
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1990s Italian Neckcloths

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Turquoise Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Turquoise Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Turquoise Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Turquoise Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Turquoise, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Chrysophrase Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
without" Sweet Water Pearl with Chrysophrase Necklace 18" Hand made in Los Angeles Last image show size
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Chrysophrase, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Chrysophrase Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
without" Sweet Water Pearl with Chrysophrase Necklace 16" Hand made in Los Angeles Last image show size
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled

Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite Choker Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Necklace Silver Pearl Tanzanite Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water
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2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold-filled

Sterling Silver Peace Dove Brooch Necklace, Dove Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
A delicate Victorian dove brooch pendant is the focal point of this charming layering necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Peace Dove Brooch Necklace, Dove Necklace
Sterling Silver Peace Dove Brooch Necklace, Dove Necklace
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Amethyst Bonbon Necklace
By Emily Kuvin
Located in New York, NY
When you just need a little something sweet, our Bonbon Necklace is just the thing. Here, with
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Amethyst Bonbon Necklace
Amethyst Bonbon Necklace
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Sweet Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sweet necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 10 vintage editions and 111 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect sweet necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic sweet necklace over the years, but those made by Sweet Pea, Van Cleef & Arpels and Chanel are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any sweet necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 44 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also baguette cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a sweet necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 48 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Sweet Necklace?

The price for a sweet necklace starts at $112 and tops out at $19,887 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,066.

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.