14k Gold and Amethyst Teardrop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This beautiful necklace has a delicate design and some highly coveted details like five teardrop amethyst dangling beads.
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Teardrop Amethyst Necklace
Vintage Amethyst Teardrop Necklace & Earrings Set 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Amethyst Teardrop Necklace and Earring Set. Large, luxurious amethyst crystal teardrop stones are adorned by galleries of tapered baguette crystals.
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Heart and Teardrop Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
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Heart and Teardrop Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Amethyst and Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace. Suspending a Heart and Teardrop facet Checkerboard-cut Amethyst Heart measuring approx. 15mm x 15mm and Teardrop Ameth...
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Pear Teardrop Shape Green Amethyst Prasiolite Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
This exquisite pendant necklace. The necklace features a pear-shaped Green Amethyst, elegantly set in a gold frame. Surrounding the central stone is a halo of small, sparkling diamon...
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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Amethyst Diamond Gold Teardrop Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Gorgeous large teardrop shaped amethyst pendant featuring a large dark purple round cabochon amethyst (26mm wide or 1 ") set into an 18k yellow gold frame. Above the amethyst is acc...
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Tri Color Gold Pastel Amethyst, Topaz & Diamond Long Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- 2 Natural Genuine Amethysts- 1 Pear & 1 Round Cut - Prong Set - 1 Green & 1 Purple Color - 0.40ct (green) & 13.5ct (purple) (approx.) 1 Natural Genuine Blue...
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2 Carat Amethyst Teardrop RBC Diamond MOP Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! 2 Carat Amethyst Hand set within a Gallery-style MOP surround, enhanced with Round Brilliant-cut Diamonds, weighing approx. 0.45tcw. Beautifully Hand crafted 18K Ye...
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ANGARA Platinum Teardrop Pendant, 0.60ct Amethyst & 0.07ct Diamond
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped deep purple amethyst is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop amethyst pendant with V bale is ...
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Modern Teardrop Shaped Amethyst Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
This pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry, featuring a stunning teardrop-shaped amethyst that has been masterfully cut into a pedeloque shape, showcasing the natural beauty of th...
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Native American Mark Yazzie Sterling Silver Amethyst Teardrop Pendant #20078
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver amethyst teardrop pendant by Native American Navajo artisan, Mark Yazzie. Large teardrop pendant with Native American symbols: feathers, bear claws and mountains. Fa...
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93.23 Carats Teardrop Amethyst Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
$5,500Sale Price / item|20% Off
93.23 Carats Teardrop Amethyst Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
93.23 Carats Teardrop Amethyst Pendant in 14K Gold studded with teardrop amethyst. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Amethyst helps t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces
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14K Yellow Gold Round Diamond & Gemstone Regal Cascade Teardrop Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
The bottom curve is delicately paved with glittering accent diamonds, creating a perfect balance of vibrant color and refined sparkle. 14K Yellow Gold Round Diamond & Gemstone Regal...
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14K White Gold Round Diamond & Gemstone Regal Cascade Teardrop Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
The bottom curve is delicately paved with glittering accent diamonds, creating a perfect balance of vibrant color and refined sparkle. 14K White Gold Round Diamond & Gemstone Regal ...
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Amethyst, Diamond, Rhodolite, 14k Gold, White Gold
Barbara Bixby Sterling Silver 18K Gold Blue Topaz Teardrop Pendant #23782
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Barbara Bixby Sterling Silver 18K Gold Blue Topaz Teardrop Pendant - This elegant Barbara Bixby sterling silver and 18K gold teardrop enhancer pendant features an engraved mother of...
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Pear Amethyst Pendant in 14 Karat Gold
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Pear Amethyst Pendant in 14 Karat Gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Purple gemstone pendant. Amethyst gold pendant necklace. Amethyst teardrop necklace. 14K Solid Gold Drop Necklace 14 karat gold Weight: 2.85 g.
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Deep Amethyst Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Description: A deep rich purple Amethyst semi-precious stone is suspended from a handmade antique goldtone seed beaded chain. Layered or alone. Measurements:&nb...
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14k Yellow Gold Teardrop Pear Amethyst Chandelier Dangle Collier Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (6) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Teardrop Pear Cut - Bezel Set - Medium Purple Color - 7.46 x 5.48mm to 9.81 x 6.69mm (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.24 Grams...
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Unique 18k Gold Custom Onyx & Amethyst Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Unique 18k Gold Custom Onyx & Amethyst Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Custom Cut - Purple Color (1) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Black Color (46) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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14 Karat Bi-Color Gold, Amethyst and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat bi-color gold, amethyst an diamond teardrop pendant necklace. This necklace features a bezel set, checkerboard pear cut amethyst surrounded by a single cut diamond halo we...
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1990s Pendant Necklaces
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Modernist Teardrop Rose de France Amethyst Gold Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful Modernist Facet-cut Teardrop Rose de France Amethyst Pendant mounted on a handmade 14 k Yellow Gold mounting with coordinating bar-link chain. Approx. length of cha...
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Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Purple Amethyst Halo Teardrop Set, Necklace Earrings
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Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Purple Amethyst Halo Teardrop Set, Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Purple Amethyst Halo Teardrop Gift Set, Pendant Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
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Native American Mark Yazzie Sterling Silver Amethyst Teardrop Pendant #16153
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver amethyst teardrop pendant by Native American Navajo artisan, Mark Yazzie. Large teardrop pendant with Native American symbols: feathers, bear claws and mountains. Fa...
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Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Big 27.62 Carat Purple Amethyst Pear Teardrop Cut Yellow Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Beautiful large natural 27.62 carat bright purple amethyst set in a fine 14k yellow gold solitaire pendant. Stunning amethyst with excellent colour and very good clarity, a very cle...
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Teardrop Amethyst Citrine Diamond Gold Necklace
By Anna K for Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Teardrop Amethyst Necklace inter-spaced with Natural Citrine Rondelles, suspending a square facet-cut Amethyst Pendant in handmade 14k white gold and diamond mounting.
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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 14k Gold
Woven faceted Amethyst bead Necklace with Teardrop Amethyst briolettes.
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace is intricately hand woven using 2-3 mm amethyst faceted beads. Necklace is tapered in design to fit snugly along the curve of the neckline. Graduated amethyst briolett...
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LB offers Amethyst spears Opaline glass teardrops Czech glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a one of a kind Natural Amethyst Spears, White Opaline glass teardrops and Vintage Czech glass purple crystal beads in a single strand Necklace.
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Unique 18k Gold Custom Onyx & Amethyst Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Unique 18k Gold Custom Onyx & Amethyst Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Custom Cut - Purple Color (1) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Black Color (46) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - P...
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Marina J Graduated Pearl Necklace, Amethyst Teardrop Briolette & 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This necklace's finishing touch and central element is the beautiful purple faceted amethyst beads and teardrop briolette, adding color and an ethereal essence to the necklace.
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Woven Pearl Necklace w. Faceted Amethyst Teardrop Briolettes & 14 K Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hand woven necklace is made of 2mm cultured pearls and graduated, faceted, teardrop amethyst briolettes.
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AJD Amethyst Teardrop Topped with Heart Amethyst Pendant February Birthstone
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Delightful two gemstone Amethyst pendent. This lovely pendant features two velvetly purple Amethysts, both of which have that perfect deep, but sparkly purple color. The lower gemst...
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Marina J. Graduated Pearl Necklace with Teardrop Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Romantic inspired Lace Necklace featuring a bold Amethyst briolette and 14K Yellow Gold accents. This necklace has high luster cream colored Pearls which graduate in size an...
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Marina J. Graduated Pearl Necklace with Teardrop Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Romantic inspired Lace Necklace featuring a bold Amethyst briolette and 14K Yellow Gold accents. This necklace has high luster cream colored Pearls which graduate in size an...
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Elizabeth Locke Amethyst Cabochon Gold Teardrop Pendant
By Elizabeth Locke
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold pendant set with an amethyst (15.5mm x 15.5mm x 10.9mm). The pendant is 38mm long with bale and weighs 13.1 grams. Marked: Locke mark, 18k.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers
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Amethyst, 18k Gold
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Teardrop Amethyst Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact teardrop amethyst necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, silver and 14k gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 9 vintage or 19 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect teardrop amethyst necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a teardrop amethyst necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marina J., Fei Liu and Aria Jewelry Design are consistently popular. A teardrop amethyst necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 24 amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes bead and pear cut alternatives. Most of our teardrop amethyst necklace for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.
How Much is a Teardrop Amethyst Necklace?
On average, a teardrop amethyst necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,160, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $10,200 for the highest priced versions of this item.
The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right Necklaces for You
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
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