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Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KWG
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KWG

Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KWG

By Tanisa Nahata

Located in Hong Kong, HK

These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K white ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KRG
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KRG

Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KRG

By Tanisa Nahata

Located in Hong Kong, HK

These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K rose g...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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

Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KYG
Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KYG

Tanisa Nahata Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18KYG

By Tanisa Nahata

Located in Hong Kong, HK

These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Diamond Three Flower-Butterfly Choker Necklace in 18K yellow...

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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.75 Ct F/VS1 Pear Princess Shape Diamonds Three-Flower Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
6.75 Ct F/VS1 Pear Princess Shape Diamonds Three-Flower Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

6.75 Ct F/VS1 Pear Princess Shape Diamonds Three-Flower Necklace 14K Yellow Gold

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Experience the brilliance and glamour of this stunning 6.75 carat Pear Princess diamond 3-flower necklace in 14k yellow gold, perfectly poised to elevate your dazzle and charm! Spec...

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Emerald Ruby Sapphire Three Petal Flower Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamond
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Three Petal Flower Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamond

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Three Petal Flower Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamond

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Multi Color Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Petal Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut gemstone studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants...

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14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360
14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Sparkling Diamonds with a total weight of 1.20 carats allow this necklace to effortlessly emanate light. A trio of floral motifs elevate the 15 chain. Crafted from 14K White Gold, th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14K Yellow Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360
14K Yellow Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

14K Yellow Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

This 14K Yellow Gold necklace is incredibly sophisticated. The delicate 16 chain is elevated by a trio of floral motifs the central motif measuring 0.50 round. Diamonds with a total...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360
14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

14K White Gold 1.20ct Diamond Three Flower Necklace NK01360

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Sparkling Diamonds with a total weight of 1.20 carats allow this necklace to effortlessly emanate light. A trio of floral motifs elevate the 15 chain. Crafted from 14K White Gold, th...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Gold Three-Flower Pendant Necklace
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Gold Three-Flower Pendant Necklace

Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Gold Three-Flower Pendant Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Socrate collection features a sparkling 3-flower pendant completed with a sparkling floral clasp, crafted in 18k white gold and set...

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Vintage Chanel Yellow Gold Diamond Three Symbols Flower Choker Collar Necklace
Vintage Chanel Yellow Gold Diamond Three Symbols Flower Choker Collar Necklace

Vintage Chanel Yellow Gold Diamond Three Symbols Flower Choker Collar Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Product details: 18K yellow gold Chanel three symbols necklace featuring 0.66ct round brilliant cut diamonds with clover and camellia motifs and a box clasp. Camellia collection. Est...

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Late 20th Century French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Blue Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431
14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Blue Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Blue Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

This luxury necklace is instantly captivating. Suspended from a chic 18 paperclip chain, a trio of blue clover-shaped pendants measuring 0.45 round add a pop of color to this unforge...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Pink Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431
14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Pink Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Pink Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Add a touch of charm and sophistication to any ensemble with this exquisite 14K Yellow Gold necklace. Suspended from this pieces chic paperclip chain, youll find a trio of pink clove...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Red Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431
14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Red Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamond and Red Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

A trio of red clover-shaped motifs sparkle and shine thanks to sparkling Diamonds with a total wight of 0.25 carats on this impeccably crafted necklace. Charming and incredibly elega...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamondand Green Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431
14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamondand Green Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

14K Yellow Gold 0.25ct Diamondand Green Enamel Three Flower Necklace NK01431

By LB Exclusive

Located in Southampton, PA

Add an exciting pop of color to any ensemble with this elegant necklace. Suspended from the lustrous 18 paperclip chain are a trio of green clover-shaped pendants measuring 0.45 roun...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Three Flower Pendant 18 Karat White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Three Flower Pendant 18 Karat White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Socrate Diamond Three Flower Pendant 18 Karat White Gold

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Stunning Diamond Floral Socrate Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. This three diamond floral pendant also features a fourth floral diamond encrusted clasp. There are 44 round br...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seidengang .35 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Three Flower Necklace
Seidengang .35 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Three Flower Necklace

Seidengang .35 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Three Flower Necklace

By SeidenGang

Located in Stamford, CT

Authentic Seidengang triple diamond flower 18k yellow gold necklace. 21 round brilliant cut diamonds in three gold flowers. 16 inches in length. 21 round brilliant cut diamonds, G V...

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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise and Diamond Three Dimensional Flower Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
Turquoise and Diamond Three Dimensional Flower Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace

Turquoise and Diamond Three Dimensional Flower Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Mid 20th century 3D turquoise and diamond flower brooch with two loops for a chain to go through on the back featuring 3 rows of oval cabochon turquoise pieces as petals with diamond...

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Three-Row Diamond Gold Flower Necklace

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Three-Row Diamond Gold Flower Necklace

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Greenwich, CT

Three-row flower choker necklace, each flower set with a circular-cut diamond, the diamonds weighing approximately 15.21 total carats, numbered NY 59947, signed 'VCA' for Van Cleef &...

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20th Century American Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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Three Diamond Flower Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate three diamond flower necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 73 vintage or 57 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect three diamond flower necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A three diamond flower necklace from Oshi Jewels, FANCS V by Simona Elia and Alberto — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our three diamond flower necklace for sale are for women, but there are 31 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Three Diamond Flower Necklace?

The price for a three diamond flower necklace starts at $239 and tops out at $104,512 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,202.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.