Antique Victorian Pearl & Turquoise Bow Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 15k yellow gold with Turquoise and pearls. Circa late 1800s 15 inches long
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Victorian Silver & Turquoise Floral Necklace With Bows
Located in Portland, England
Beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver floral and bow necklace decorated with azure blue and green turquoise cabochons.
Turquoise, Silver
Victorian Natural Turquoise & Pearl Necklace, Circa 1860s
Located in Braintree, GB
Exceptional mid-19th century Victorian turquoise and pearl necklace featuring an ornate bird pendant motif, pavé-set with natural turquoise beads and natural pearls throughout.
Pearl, Turquoise, Silver
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offering tremendous antique charm, the 16-inch chain is appointed with three stationary drops, each set in the center with a rose cut diamond and decorated with a cluster of turquois...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1880's Turquoise 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautifully fine necklace is made in Victorian times and created in warm 18 karat gold and set with turquoise cabochon stones.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace
Located in Riverdale, NY
Spectacular Victorian Pave Turquoise and Pearl Sparrow Necklace from the mid 19th Century.
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 10k Gold
Victorian turquoise and diamond negligée necklace, circa 1895.
Located in London, GB
Victorian turquoise and diamond negligée necklace.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum, Silver
Victorian Turquoise Enamel Pendant 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Victorian - Art Nouveau Pendant set with fabulous Turquoise cabochons in a swirling design with White Enamel in 14 Karat Gold.
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,490
H 0.23 in W 0.76 in L 20.01 in
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Enamel, Turquoise, and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
aThis Victorian-era necklace is crafted in yellow gold and centers on a circular pendant with a floral-inspired design.
Pearl, Turquoise, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Persian Turquoise Diamond Heart Necklace Antique Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality early Antique Victorian Heart Pendant set with gorgeous Persian Turquoise cabochons with Old Mine Cut Diamonds. The color of the Persian Turquoise is absolu...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,010Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian Silver Turquoise Necklace, Late 1900s, UK Design
Located in Portland, England
Beautiful antique Victorian sterling silver floral and bow necklace decorated with azure blue and green turquoise cabochons.
Turquoise, Silver
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace Charm Gold Antique Lavaliere
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Antique Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace set throughout with lovely Turquoise and Pearls in a wonderful 10 Karat Gold Heart.
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Victorian 14KT Tasseled 32" Chain Necklace with Turquoise and Pearl
Located in Vero Beach, FL
From the first part of the 20th century Four Round Ring Link (Belcher) Chain Necklace with a tasseled slider, chain measures 4.00 m.m. wide. box (does not slide) containing Turquoise...
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Persian Turquoise Pearl Necklace Antique Victorian Fringe Teardrop Riviere Gold
Located in New York, NY
This antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl pendant fringe necklace is such a lovely and romantic jewel and is one of the most beautiful Victorian necklaces we have seen.
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Cross Pendant Necklace 9K Gold - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Victorian turquoise and seed pearl cross pendant made in c.1890.
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Turquoise Pearl Necklace Bow Motif Victorian 14 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Victorian Antique 14 Karat Gold Turquoise and Pearl Bow Motif pendant and necklace chain.
Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1860 Beautiful Buckle Pendant Set with Fabulous Turquoise & Seed Pearls Measures Approx 23mm x 18.5mm (Height 28mm inc...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Necklace and Pendant In Fitted Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely necklace holds turquoise and pearls set within 15 carat gold. The design has a floral feel and has one large free hanging drops. Comes in original fitted box. Length: 4...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Persian Turquoise Spider and Fly Insect Bug Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Victorian - Edwardian Spider Web and Fly Pendant set with gorgeous Persian Turquoise and Pearls in beautiful antique gold. The elega...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15ct Gold Turquoise Pearl Diamond Swag Necklace in Fitted Box
Located in New York, NY
1870 Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Swag Necklace with Original Fitted Box.
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Turquoise Bead Pendant, Circa 1890
Located in Venice, CA
This is a very old turquoise bead with an amazing, saturated rich color. Circa the Victorian era, the turquoise, a porous stone, has accrued a patina that has made its coloring even ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver Pave Turquoise Heart-Shape Locket
Located in Venice, CA
This heart-shape Victorian sterling silver locket is encrusted with pave turquoise cabochons that fill its entire front surface, as well as its bail. The turquoise are securely bead ...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$3,850
H 1.14 in W 1.25 in
Snake Turquoise Scarab Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare Museum Quality Antique Egyptian Revival Snake motif Pendant with a Hand Carved Turquoise Victorian Scarab Swivel Fob. The pendant is 10-12 Karat Gold. The pendant da...
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
$9,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.5 in L 16.5 in
Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Necklace Howell James Co 14k Gold Turquoise Case
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian rock crystal necklace (circa 1870s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Pearl, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,000
W 0.36 in L 0.87 in
Victorian Turquoise Snake Pendant Necklace Egg Globe Antique 14 Karat Gold L & A
Located in New York, NY
This is a very rare antique Victorian Turquoise Snake Pendant Necklace depicting a snake or serpent wrapped around a Turquoise egg or globe.
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$49,000
W 0.75 in L 17 in
Victorian Etruscan Pink Sapphire Turquoise 18K Gold Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of three tiers of swagged cable link chain suspended between stations Designed as Maltese forms with granulation and filigree detailing Bezel set with cushion cut sapphires...
Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Enamel Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1880 *chain sold separately Lovely, little Victorian pendant. Set with a centre, oval turquoise stone & framed in beautiful black & wh...
Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
$4,500
H 2.75 in W 2 in L 28.75 in
Cleopatra Inspired Turquoise and Gold Necklace with Victorian Pietra Dura Clasp
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Pietra Dura is an art-historical term for the technique of using small, exquisitely cut and fitted, highly-polished colored stones to create what amounts to a painting in stone. The ...
Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian Diamond and Turquoise Pendant/Brooch, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian era, this delightful piece offers the versatility of being worn as both a pendant and a brooch. Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, it is centred with a single o...
Turquoise, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
9K Gold Victorian Spider Pendant with Turquoise and Pearl
Located in Venice, CA
This adorable spider pendant is from the Victorian era. Housed in a delicate web made of 9k gold strips, a sweet spider is poised in the center. Its body is embellished with a tiny s...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian 0.50ct Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian period this delightful pendant centres around a beautiful Turquoise. The 0.50 carat gem is set in 18 carat yellow gold and surrounded by a cluster of old cut ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,018
W 0.16 in D 0.16 in L 1.23 in
Antique Victorian Propelling Pencil 9K Rose Gold Turquoise Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An antique Victorian 9 karat (9K) rose gold charm pendant designed as a propelling pencil. Set with a pale blue turquoise cabochon. Stamped 9ct for 9 karat gold. Dimensions: 3.1 x 0...
Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Turquoise and Diamond Leaf Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A stunning leaf shaped pendant from the Victorian Era. The pendant is elegantly outlined by 1 carat of old European cut diamonds, centrally set with beautiful turquoise and modelled ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian 14 karat yellow gold cross pendant created with turquoise cabochon stones. This lovely antique cross is beautifully decorated with an array of blue-green turquoi...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Chinese Export Coral Turquoise Necklace 30 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous 1950s imported necklace features stunning genuine coral and turquoise beads. The ornate clasp is 14k gold. Measurements: 1/2 of an inch wide, 30 wearable inches Weight...
Coral, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$1,895
W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise and Natural Stone Grecian Queen Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
This 18-karat yellow gold Victorian pendant is one of those rare objects that exists at the intersection of jewelry, sculpture, and history. At its heart is a natural stone carved in...
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,772
W 0.75 in D 0.38 in L 1.11 in
Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Antique Victorian 15 karat (15K) yellow gold heart-shaped pendant mourning locket set with five turquoise cabochons in a flower design centring on a gold bead. The reverse set wit...
Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,365
H 0.19 in W 0.61 in L 14.5 in
Antique Victorian Agate, Carved Quartz, Diamond and Turquoise, 15ct Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, rare antique Victorian 1850s agate, carved quartz, 0.08 carat diamond and 0.03 carat turquoise, 15 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse...
Agate, Diamond, Quartz, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket Victorian turquoise and natural pearl enamel locket was made c. 1860 in England. The top layer shows a large ...
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique Amethyst Citrine and Turquoise 20K Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian necklace has been crafted in 20ct yellow gold.
Amethyst, Citrine, Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique Turquoise Conversion Necklace of 14k Gold, Circa 1870-1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking Victorian turquoise pendant created from an antique brooch dating to 1870–1890, thoughtfully transformed to be worn as a necklace while preserving its historic character.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
19th Century African Bone, Amber and Turquoise Glass Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This is an Antique African necklace which in and of itself is unique. Is is one of a kind made by an African jewelry maker. It holds bone, glass turquoise beads and a central amber. ...
Amber, Turquoise, 10k Gold
Victorian Nyx Goddess of Night and Precious Cargo Cameo, Turquoise Pendant
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A mid 19th century Italian carved cameo and turquoise pendant depicting Nyx Goddess of Night after Bertel Thorvaldsen's artwork. Centered by a finely...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,400
W 1.38 in L 2.52 in
Turquoise and Pearl Victorian Vintage Style Floral Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A stunning piece that beautifully blends nature's vibrant hues with the elegance of a bygone era. The rich, blue turquoise symbolizes tranquility and protection, while the lustrous ...
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Ct Old Mine Diamond 18 KT Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Keeper This beautiful Victorian locket pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT solid gold during 1880 ca Beautiful designed, boasts a thick gold twisted frame surrounding t...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$22,600
W 1.56 in L 1.75 in
Victorian 15-18k Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond & Persian Turquoise Star of David
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Rare Mid-19th Century 5.0 carats Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Persian Turquoise Star of David Pendant, C.1850s Between the span of the Victorian era and our present day, the ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian 18K Yellow Gold 5.0 Carat Diamond Turquoise Star of David Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian 15-18K Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond and Persian Turquoise Star of David Rare Mid-19th Century 5.0 carats Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Persian Turquoise Star of David Pen...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver
Jill Garber Antique Micro Mosaic, Early Sterling Turquoise Concho Drop Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
This one of a kind drop necklace represents a beautiful marriage of cultures and periods as two bold hand stamped bezel set early Navajo concho's with 6 mm round turquoise cabochon's...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber French Porcelain Cherub with Mother-of-Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
A romantic large antique French hand painted porcelain depicting a cherub cradling a basket of pink roses dating to the nineteenth century stands front and center in this one of a ki...
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
$1,448Sale Price|25% Off
Antique 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Turquoise Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 3.6 grams. Totally is rose cut diamond 0.50 ct. Totally is brilliant cut diamond 0.08 ct. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,192
H 53.3 in W 31.1 in
15ct Gold, Victorian Turquoise Blue Enamel, Pearl & Diamond Star Pendant Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Locket Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1870 * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Introducing a stunning Victorian locket pendant crafted from 15ct yellow gold, beautifully adorn...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14 Carat Gold Locket with Turquoise Enamel on Both Sides
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 14 carat gold locket with blue enamel on both sides and on the front of the bail has two compartments, American, end 19th century. weight: 12.2 grams dimensions: 4.5 x 2.5 cm
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$2,056
W 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Antique Victorian Gold and Turquoise Enamel Forget-Me-Not Pendant, Ca. 1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful Victorian pendant is a beautiful example of sentimental jewelry from the 19th century, combining refined craftsmanship with symbolic meaning. Crafted in 15 karat gold,...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel, Gold
$1,850
W 0.5 in Dm 1 in L 15.5 in
Crown Trifari 60s Demi-Parure Faux Turquoise and Gem Necklace + Earrings Set
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crown Trifari late 1950's/early 1960's necklace and earring set. The set is encrusted with imitation turquoise cabochons and faux ruby red and sapphire blue colored spaced rhinestone...
Antique Turquoise Lizard Pendant of Gold and Silver
Located in Lewisburg, PA
In excellent condition, though this lizard is missing one turquoise on its leg, this necklace is a unique fusion of Victorian animal artistry and contemporary craftsmanship, perfect ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant. Charming articulated drop with rows of tiny Persian turquoises and faux seed pearls. Patinaed silver metal. 3.25" x 1.5", Indian 1900's....
Turquoise
$2,397 / item
Dm 0.6 in L 17.72 in
Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, turquoise vitreous guilloche enamel with ornamental paillons in the shape of a six-rayed star, diame...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Unavailable
Victorian Turquoise Snake Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sizeable, Glorious Victorian Turquoise, Ruby and Diamond Snake Necklace 15K Gold In its original box English Circa 1880 Snakes were a popular Victorian motif, signifying etern...
Ruby, Turquoise, White Diamond, 15k Gold
Victorian 14k Turquoise Nugget Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful turquoise necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era!
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Victorian Necklace
Located in NY, NY
15KT VICTORIAN TURQUOISE NECKLACE, 17.70 dwt.
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Mid Victorian Gold Turquoise Dome Drop Snake Link Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
A mid Victorian gold turquoise necklace. Comprising a series of five graduated pave-set turquoise domes, with rope-twist surround and knot surmount and snake-link swag spacers, suspe...
Turquoise, Gold
15 Karat Gold Victorian Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Oxford, GB
A Victorian heart pendent set in hallmarked 15k gold, original chain with lengthener so that it can be worn at two differing lengths. Natural seed pearls and natural turquoise.
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Gold Hand Pendant and Chain Necklace
Located in Madison area, WI
- Carved Victorian Hand Pendant and Fine Gold Chain Necklace - c. 1860-1890 - 14k gold, Persian turquoise A lovely Victorian hand charm, elegantly crafted with a textured hand, ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This elegant Victorian heart pendant is set in 15ct Gold, Circa 1880. The wonderful pendant is decorated in Turquoises and Pearls. Turquoise is known to have healing properties and...
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Necklace Forget Me Not, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous antique floral necklace is genuine Victorian, Circa 1880. The beautiful necklace is adorned with rich blue natural T...
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
H 1.62 in W 1.5 in L 16 in
Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond & Turquoise Crescent Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic pendant necklace, this piece would make a one-of-a-kind addition to any Victorian-era jewelry collection!
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Victorian Turquoise and Gold Pendant Cross
Located in London, GB
With 11 matching Turquoise Cabochons and a larger central oval Turquoise, all enhanced with 26 small Gold Beads, making overall a very attractive Cross with a plain Gold reverse, tes...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
18 Carat Yellow Gold Turquoise Victorian Fringe Necklace
Located in Sydney, AU
Victorian 18ct Yellow Gold and Turquoise fringe necklace.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Pretty Victorian Turquoise and Rose Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
The slinky Snake Chain with the original Blue Enamel cylindrical clasp, supporting a tied Bow mounted with small Cabochon Turquoise, to a Knights Gauntlet in Turquoise and Rose Diamo...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Vintage Faux Turquoise Dangling Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian vintage necklace is 3-dimensional featuring faux turquoise stones set in filigree designs.
Victorian Fleur de Lis Turquoise, Enamel and Diamond Locket Necklace
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This exquisite mid Victorian locket is modeled in 15k yellow gold with a domed oval centerpiece set with turquoise pavé and a single .06ct old mine cut diamond. The vaulted and gem-s...
Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.95 in W 0.79 in D 0.32 in
Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful antique Victorian heart locket necklace is crafted in 9ct Yellow Gold.
Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Late Victorian Turquoise and Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
A large oval late Victorian gold locket with turquoise. The back panel is beautifully engraved with a chased foliate motif. The locket shuts with a good snap, and there are two photo...
Turquoise, 15k Gold
Victorian 14k Turquoise + Diamond Round Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful turquoise and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian (ca1870s) era! This lovely piece is crafted in 14kt yellow gold and forms a round shape. Covering the front surfac...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Victorian Snake Necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
A hand made Victorian snake necklace set with cabochon turquoise and ruby eyes.
Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.5 in W 1.5 in D 0.63 in Dm 1.5 in L 1.75 in
Victorian 18 Karat Turquoise Diamond Pendant
Located in Mobile, AL
Turquoise 18 karat pendant with raised pavè turquoise with a rose cut diamond. The center has a star with an approximately 2mm rose cut diamond. The turquoise has mellowed over time ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Yellow Gold Buckle Motif Pendant
Located in Lombard, IL
Victorian turquoise and yellow gold buckle motif pendant of a textured yellow gold buckle design set with seven (7) tiny round turquoise cabachons having a central gold mesh link whi...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Locket Gold Gilt, circa 1890
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This wonderful antique Victorian Gold cased Locket is adorned with a line of lovely baguette cut Turquoise stones, Circa 1890. Tu...
Turquoise, Gold, Gilt Metal
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl, circa 1880 Pendant
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This beautiful antique Victorian 15ct Yellow Gold pendant is adorned with Turquoises and Pearls. A genuine Victorian piece, Circa 1880. The pendant has two fabulous droppers each...
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Locket
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pretty oval 14kt. yellow gold Victorian locket circa 1860 measuring approx 1 1/2 inches in length and set on the front in a floral motif with turquoise and pearls with green gold acc...
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Picture Pendant Locket, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous Victorian 9ct Gold picture pendant is genuine Victorian, Circa 1900. The glass windows are in place on both sides o...
Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.54 in W 1.19 in D 0.32 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Enamel Shamrock Pendant in 9ct Gold, circa 1880-1910
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Victorian pendant from the late 19th Century fashioned in 9ct gold with a domed centre encrusted with blue turquoise and a wreath of white enamel shamrocks and furth...
Turquoise, Gold, Enamel
Original Victorian Turquoise Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Original Victorian Turquoise Rose Cut Diamond Pendant. An array of old rose cut diamonds surrounding vibrant pear shaped turquoise set in silver and 14k rose gold. A new 16 inch ros...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Victorian Faith, Hope and Charity Locket with Turquoise and Pearls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This Victorian era 9k back and front locket features a faceted border and the symbols of faith, hope and charity - a cross, anchor and heart - all accented with seed pearls and turqu...
Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Base Metal
Antique Victorian Period Silver Turquoise Watch Key / Fob Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This stunning piece is measured approximately 42mm long 14mm wide and weigh 8 grams. It is a Pre-owned antique condition with some tiny scratches and tiny dents as shown. Please stu...
Turquoise, Silver
Unavailable
W 0.75 in D 0.52 in L 1.42 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Snake Head Snapper Ruby Eyes 18ct Gold Circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This would look fabulous adoring a new necklace or re-purposed as a pendant or ring. WEIGHT: 9.9 grams MEASURES: 19mm across x 36mm down x 13mm depth METAL: 18ct Yellow Gold STO...
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.46 in Dm 1.07 in
Victorian Rare Turquoise .40 Carat Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Keeper This beautiful Victorian locket pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT solid gold during 1880 ca Beautiful designed, boasts a thick gold twisted frame surrounding ...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
W 0.6 in L 0.63 in
Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant Locket 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A delightful antique Victorian heart pendant decorated with borders of Pearls and Turquoise stones which graduate out from the centre. Turquoise are a lovely opaque stone with a calm...
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Chinoise Cloisonné Pendant Necklace w/ Lapis Lazuli, Pearls & Turquoise
By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design
Located in Pahrump, NV
This necklace is my own design and features a Chinese cloisonné lock repurposed as a stunning pendant. The pendant is reversible with Chinese characters on the back. The necklace its...
Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise
Unavailable
Victorian Crowned Hearts Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
The Turquoise Hearts with a surround of 30 Rose Diamonds and above, a Pearl and Rose Diamond Crown. The hinged reverse opens and the interior has a glazed window for a miniature or k...
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique American Victorian Gold Corset Picture Locket
Located in New York, NY
For the fashion-conscious collector. 14K gold, set with turquoise and pearl, with oval door on the back for a picture.
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.38 in W 0.83 in D 0.28 in
Heart Locket Turquoise Ruby Forget Me Not in 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880-1910
Located in Kendal, GB
A sweet antique late Victorian heart pendant featuring a high relief forget me not in the centre topped with four turquoise petals and a cabochon ruby in the centre. Turquoise is co...
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
WHAT a Beauty. Absolutely Gorgeous & definitely one for the serious Antique Collector. This very late Victorian/early Edwardian Locket opens from the lower front, the inside contain...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Fine French Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Locket Pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
A 19th century French antique locket pendant c.1870 in 18 karat yellow gold, French control mark, set with 11 carre cabochon cut turquoises and 8 rose cut diamonds. Height 2.30 inch,...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 1.03 in W 0.44 in
Antique 18K gold turquoise carnelian seal fob pendant “as free as a leaf”
Located in Versailles, FR
Step back in time to the romantism of the Victorian era with this exquisite French antique 18K gold fob pendant, a true testament to the artistry of the 19th century. Adorned with de...
Carnelian, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Oval Locket Bee Design Comprised of Turquoise, Ruby and Pearl in 14kt
Located in New Orleans, LA
Antique oval locket with bee design. The bee is designed with a cabochon turquoise, two rubies for eyes and one pearl. Hand engraved wings add the perfect detail for this finely craf...
Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 2.76 in W 1.97 in D 0.4 in
Fairy Angel Victorian Style Oval Pendant Embellished with Stones in 14k Gold
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in Astoria, NY
Ancient wisdom and Protection is the emerging feeling of the new era... Now more than ever we want you to feel protected and wear your Guardian Angel. This is Fairy's magic wand to ...
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Malachite, Moonstone, Pearl, Spinel, Turquoise...
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian turquoise Diamond gold Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Wonderful Victorian Period necklace with rose cut white diamonds and amazing Persian turquoise.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Victorian 18K Gold Turquoise Pearl Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Victorian 18K Gold Turquoise Pearl Necklace Approximate Dimensions: 41 cm (Unclasped Length) 10.74mm - 10.85mm (Turquoise) 3.5 cm x 2 cm (Pendant) 31.9 grams in weight.
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Gold Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian snake necklace, with turquoise set in the head, the eyes are set with garnets and the eyebrows and nose are set with rose-cut diamonds, on a tapering articulated scale ri...
Diamond, Garnet, Turquoise, Gold
Victorian Turquoise Heart Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful turquoise set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly engraved w...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise Cluster 18 Carat Gold Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A superb Victorian necklace. On the fine cylindrical link chain hang five gold domes set with exquisite turquoise clusters.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Etruscan Revival Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a box chain suspending a gold pendant centering an oval shaped turquoise cabochon. Measuring 22.0 x 27.0 mm - opaque robin's egg blue with subtle brown matrix. Set betwee...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise Ruby Diamond Gold Snake Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise snake necklace,mounted in gold, with an articulating body, set with turquoise in rub-over settings, the head is set with turquoise, the eyes are set with facete...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Large Scale Victorian Turquoise Locket
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Designed as an inverted flower with calibrated round turquoise center and five turquoise pendants, decorated throughout with elaborate Etruscan granulation motifs, the back side feat...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise, Diamond, Pearl Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Unquestionably unusual and feminine, an addition of lustrious natural pearls were set at center, in the bow and suspended at the bottom. This necklace is from the early Victorian per...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian Turquoise Necklace in Original Presentation Box
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An unusual combination of design elements, this necklace offers the organic feeling of flower blossoms, paired with crescent moon-shaped sections which strongly resemble the distinct...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the Victorian period, this one of a kind necklace features turquoise and pearls set in floral patterns.
Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold
French Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in South Pasadena, CA
French Victorian turquoise pearl and gold pendant circa 1890. Designed as a pendant with a vertical course of four square-cut turquoise cabochons, breaking into an open circle of rou...
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
Dating back to the late nineteenth century, this antique Victorian pendant necklace features a large turquoise oval cabochon center measuring 25mm X 37mm held in an intricate crown ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum, Silver
Late Victorian Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Station Necklace Circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace features tumbled turquoise alternating with ornately pierced circular stations Turquoise is opaque greenish blue in color with dark matrix veining Completed by a concealed...
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Snake Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Snakes are a symbol of eternal love. This necklace set with turquoise and diamonds is a great example of such sentimental Victorian jewelry, especially suspending a heart locket!
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage Victorian Era Rose Gold Turquoise Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this rare vintage beauty!! Necklace Details Material: 10K Rose Gold; 14K Clasp Era: Victorian 1840 - 1900 Weight: 11.7 Grams Length: 16 1/2 Inches Accented by the fol...
Turquoise, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
$138,000
Diamond Necklace Tiara
By Diamond Scene New York
Located in New York, NY
A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Regency Aquamarine Necklace with Old Mine Diamonds, circa 1815–1820
Located in Northampton, MA
This ravishing antique aquamarine necklace, dating to the Regency period (circa 1815–1820), is a crowning jewel of the era and a tour de force of early 19th-century jewelry design. A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
English Early Victorian Gold, Blue Enamel, and Rose-Cut Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An antique early Victorian gold, diamond, and enamel ring featuring a rose-cut diamond center in a tapering gold mount decorated with a blue enamel foliate pattern, in 15k gold. Eng...
Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
$2,716Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.95 in W 3.15 in D 2.37 in
Rare circa 1900 Sterling Silver Diamond and Enamel Powder Compact with Lipstick
Located in GB
Wimbledon Furniture We are delighted to offer For sale this stunning circa 1900 French or Italian Sterling silver Diamond & Enamel powder compact with lipstick A very good looking a...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
$17,395
Size: No size tag, fits like a S
VIVIENNE WESTWOOD FW 94 Iconic and rare minidress from "On liberty" collection
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in Milano, MILANO
Iconic and rare Fall Winter 1994 ruffled lurex minidress from "On liberty" collection by Vivienne Westwood Floral embossed applications Inner corset No composition tag, viscose lurex
Gorgeous Iconic Thierry Mugler Gown SS1999 Evening Dress Silver Lucite Details
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Museum worthy collectors piece. This 1999 LES SALADES creation by Thierry Mugler is truly beautiful. The silhouette is gorgeous: a long column that skims the figure with surgical pre...
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
Diamond, Platinum
$663,188
W 1.97 in L 14.97 in
Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace- His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace to His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate Qaboos bin Said Al Said was Sultan of Oman from 23 July 1970 until his death in 2020 Completely h...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
$65,200
W 1.13 in L 18.9 in
Antique French Ch. Fontana & Cie Diamond Tiara Necklace Silver Upon Gold, c 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, by Ch. Fontana & Cie, with the front section comprising a fringe of graduating pendants, linked at the top with rose-cut diamonds, ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold
1925s Art Deco 2 Carat Emeralds 2.20 Carat Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in platinum. Sublime art deco ring, its entire platinum setting is closed set on its top with a Colombian emerald- cut emerald and an antique- cut diamond. This duo of gems is s...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Rare Chanel Vintage S/S 1989 Grecian Goddess Ivory Gold Pleated Gown
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in Jersey City, NJ
An ethereal and rare Chanel creation from the Spring/Summer 1989 collection, designed under Karl Lagerfeld’s direction. This gown embodies timeless elegance, drawing inspiration from...
Antique Necklace natural 25ctw. Amethyst Pearls 850 Gilt Silver/ 43cm/16.5 gr
Located in SE
Early XX cent. beautiful arrangement of 14 oval cut of natural Amethyst stones and 21 Seed Pearls framed into chained clusters of solid Gilt Silver. Hallmarks on C-lock part 850, un...
Amethyst, Pearl, Silver, Gold
Royal certified Natural diamonds real topaz sterling silver tiara head band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- rose cut diamonds Diamo...
Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Vintage FW 2009 Alexander McQueen White & Black Houndstooth Knit Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
A striking example of Alexander McQueen’s sharp tailoring and graphic sensibility from the Fall/Winter 2009 collection, this vintage knit dress is rendered in a bold black-and-white ...
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs.
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 thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.