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Emilio Jewelry Certified Untreated Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
0.70D VS1 PEAR 1 0.70D VS2 PEAR 1 0.90D VS2 HEART 36 8.85 MOZ. RUBY PIGEON RED VVS HEART 22 4.33 DG VVS
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby

Emilio Jewelry Untreated 55.00 Carat Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
A selection of perfectly matched Mozambique rubies, all untreated and carefully selected to create
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby

AIG Certified 102.00 Ct Untreated Zambia Emeralds Burma Rubies Sapphire Necklace
Located in Massafra, IT
designer, a very piece of art. Necklace come in 18k with 2 centre natural Untreated Carving Zambian
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry GRS Certified 2.00 Carat Untreated Vivid Red Ruby Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
approximately 0.38 carats, 18K The natural, untreated, unheated rubies produced in Mozambique in East Africa are
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby

Burmese Untreated, Unheated Ruby, Rose Cut Diamond , Seed Pearl Necklace 19th C.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
OLD BURMA (MYANMAR) UNTREATED, UNHEATED RUBY, ROSE CUT DIAMOND AND SEED PEARL NECKLACE. LATE 19TH
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Antique Late 19th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold

Untreated Deep Red Ruby 0.51ct Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Rubover Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Untreated Deep Red Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. Stunning 0.51 carat
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Ruby & Diamond pendant necklace 18KT
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Elegant ruby and diamond pendant necklace, 100% natural untreated rubies(Burma) paired with fine VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Kent Raible Fire Agate, Ruby and Garnet Necklace Enhancer 18k Gold Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
100% by the artist himself. The center holds a 6.21ct. natural, untreated Fire Agate cut in a spiral
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Gorgeous Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace in Platinum and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This exceptional necklace in 18 karat gold and platinum 950 is set with 91 untreated round and oval
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Ella Gafter Ruby Diamond Star Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and ruby necklace features at the center a South Sea pearl of 13.5mm diameter. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Wh...

Alison Nagasue natural untreated Red Spinel Crystal droplet yellow gold Necklace
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Red Spinel natural, uncut, untreated cube crystals form a 7 drop fringe type Necklace that can work
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Spinel, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.50ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Necklace 14kt Traditional
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Diamond Cluster Pendant. .50ct Rubies. Natural & Untreated .10ct round
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Ruby Pearl Lariat Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The lariat chain is interleaved with sections of calibrated faceted rubies (6.30 carats) and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Ruby Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond pendant features a ligature of 4 fancy-cut rubies of brilliant color (oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Burma Ruby and Diamond Garland Necklace
Located in OVIEDO, AS
GIA certified Burmese unheated-untreated Ruby and Diamond Garland Necklace Beautiful bright and
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Mid-20th Century Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Ella Gafter Tahitian Pearl Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is untreated. It displays a splendid nacre and its natural color and luster have not been enhanced in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Ruby Pearl Tassel Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
rubies. All our diamonds are of top quality (color, clarity and cut, F-VVS). The necklace is one-of-a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Heart Shape Ruby Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
original design by Ella Gafter. The necklace is signed EG. The rubies are not certified. They were selected
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

IGI Certificate 4 carat Tsavorite Ruby Brilliant Necklace Pigeonblood
Located in Viena, Viena
tricolore....a color like bella italia, inspired me to create this magnific necklace, made in a
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unheated Burma Ruby Necklace with Natural Diamonds in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
"No Heat Burma Ruby Necklace (Mogok Ruby Necklace)" Genuine untreated Burma rubies, particularly
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Gorgeous Ruby Rosecut Diamond Silver Gold Necklace
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Rosecut Diamond & Ruby necklace is crafted from a mix of gold and silver. It has African
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Reversible Natural African Ruby Diamond Bird Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18K yellow gold reversible natural african ruby diamond bird pendant necklace At its heart lies a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Emerald Diamond Tennis Necklace Medallion by Juliette Wooten Yellow Gold
By JULIETTE & CO
Located in Sanford, FL
yellow gold and skillfully handset with natural rubies, natural untreated emeralds and diamonds. Our LA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 11.71 Carat Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified 11.71ct natural untreated 8 sided Trapiche ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

40.00 Carat Quartz Amethyst Ruby Diamond Gold Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Oval quartz, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 40.00ct ova quartz, all natural and
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Certified Lavender Jade Beads 17.49 mm, Burma Ruby & Diamond Disco Ball Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
jade bead necklace with a custom Burma rubies (with high fluorescence) and diamonds disco ball clasp
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2010s Hong Kong Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

GRS Pigeon's Blood Ruby and Sapphires Rose Gold Tobacco Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Red ruby from Burma (0.98 Ct), measuring 5.93 x 4.92 x 4.17 mm. The necklace also features big oval
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapp...

8.5 Cts Natural Thai Untreated Blue Sapphire Frog .925 Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural glass filled Thailand Ruby of 3.5 Cts and Natural Untreated Unheated Blue Thailand
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
Located in Viena, Viena
Mozambique, a more passionate red is hard to find, 3 untreated (not heated) rubies from Mozambique total
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
1.26 ct Pigeon Blood Ruby and Diamonds Amazing Necklace Synonym Colors for Love
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H 0.08 in W 0.08 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.08 in L 17.52 in
Unique Pink Sapphire & Diamond Certified Untreated Crossover 18k Oval Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vivid Pink Untreated Sapphire & Diamond 18k Yellow & White Gold Crossover Pendant. Fine 0.61 Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, ...

6.87 carat Faceted Hot Pink Ruby Yellow Gold Drop Necklace, Lola Brooks 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Necklace hand-fabricated by jewelry maker Lola Brooks featuring a shimmering hot pink
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2010s American Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

27.00 Carat Aqua Antique Retro Art Deco Rose Gold Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage handmade 14k rose and white gold pendant necklace. Set with a natural 3 dimensional round
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Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Necklace 21K Gold 7.8 ctw 12natural Blue Red Green Sapphires Rubies/5.1g
Located in SE
Necklace in solid 21K Gold featuring 12 Green and Blue Sapphires mixed with pinky-red rubies. All
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20th Century European Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Green Sapphire, 22k Gold

10.17 Carat Natural Aqua Ruby Diamond 14k Rose Gold Retro Art Deco Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
aquamarine accented with four rubies and 6 round diamonds, white gold under the diamonds. On Peter's now
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

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Ruby, Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
quality (our supplier rates them G-H color and VS clarity) earth-mined, untreated and natural stones. The
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
Diamond Fleur de Lis with Tourmaline Drop on 22" Necklace of Raspberry Rubies
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H 1.26 in W 0.51 in D 0.08 in Dm 0.12 in L 22.05 in
Emerald Ruby Diamond Tennis Necklace Medallion by Juliette Wooten Yellow Gold
By JULIETTE & CO
Located in Sanford, FL
LA MAGIE collection. This necklace is handcrafted in 14K yellow gold and skillfully handset with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

1.00ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Iconic Pendant 14kt
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Diamond Cluster Pendant. .50ct Rubies. Natural & Untreated .50ct round
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.00ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Iconic Pendant 14kt
1.00ct Natural Ruby Diamonds Iconic Pendant 14kt
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W 1.19 in L 0.52 in
3.67ct Natural Ruby Diamond Cross 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Diamond Cross. .30ct. Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Natural & Untreated Vs
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.67ct Natural Ruby Diamond Cross 14 Karat Gold
3.67ct Natural Ruby Diamond Cross 14 Karat Gold
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W 1.23 in L 0.87 in
Ruby Diamond Pendant with Chain the Sweetest Forever
Located in Viena, Viena
the sweetest petit necklaces in the range..., here a middle part with a fine ruby ​​0.17 ct, full
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

3.85ct Natural Ruby Diamond Cross 14 Karat Gold 15 inch
Located in New York, NY
Natural Round Rubies & Diamond Cross. .30ct. Brilliant Round Cut Diamond Natural & Untreated Vs
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Victorian Pendant/Brooch in 15 carat yellow gold with rubies, pearls and diamonds in a starburst
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Yell...

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
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W 1.23 in D 0.32 in Dm 1.23 in L 1.42 in
Ruby Brilliant Pendant 3.03 ct unheated Mozambique AIGS Certificate 950 platinum
Located in Viena, Viena
are untreated Burmese rubies, preferably in the color pigeon blood red (pure red with a slight blue
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

4.67 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Color Diamond Cross 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Natural & Untreated Vs-2 clarity. Natural 4.27ct Rubies Brilliant rounds, full cuts clean
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.14 Carat Unheated Ruby Diamond Gold Pendant, GIA Certified
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
treatments, this 4.14 ruby is exceptional. Rubies over 3 carats are scarce, especially unheated and untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This Tahitian pearl pendant necklace features a pearl of approximately 16 x 14mm size from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Certified 3.85 Carat Natural Diamond & Pink Sapphire Thai Ruby Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
certified centerstone is a 3.25 carat Cushion Shape Natural (Untreated) Pink Sapphire (AKA “Thai Ruby
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Early 2000s Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

3.50 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Diamonds Heart Pendant 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in US
This 2.12 carat heart shape untreated Burma ruby with a rich pinkish red color, set in 18 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

5.73 Carat Natural Ruby Fancy Color Yellow Green Diamond Cross 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Natural & Untreated Vs-2 clarity. Natural 5.25ct Rubies Brilliant rounds, full cuts clean
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pigeonblood Ruby Diamond Pendant with Chain Red Rare from Mosambique 0.64 Ct
Located in Viena, Viena
untreated (not heated) ruby ​​from Mozambique approx. 0.64 ct with GIL expertise, as a highlight a marquise
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Rock Crystal Ruby Diamond Opal 18 Kt Gold Fly Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
, natural untreated Rubies and rose cut Diamonds for a stunning colorful effect of gemstones and sparkle
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

French Je T'aime Flower Heart 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Love Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
engraved flower set with a natural untreated ruby weighing approximately 0.10 carats and the words 'Je
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

IGI Certified 8.88 Carat Unheated Red Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
white gold and ready to be worn. Comes with original IGI certificate stating natural untreated ruby. The
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Diamond Cross Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
(2.43 carats), 2 pear shape faceted Thai rubies (2.95 carats) 4 pear shape faceted yellow sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...

IGI Certified 8.31 Carat No Heat Bruma Ruby & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
be worn. Comes with original IGI certificate stating natural untreated ruby with Burmese origin.
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

GIA Ruby Diamond Platinum 18K Antique Certified No Heat Huge Pendant 4.63 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Report. Authentic Antiques. Finest Untreated Ruby Crowned With 2.16 Carats of Sparkling Diamonds White
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Antique Late 18th Century Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Ella Gafter Pearl Diamond Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This South Sea pearl pendant necklace features a fine, large Australian pearl of 17 x 15mm size
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Crystal, Sapphire, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue ...

Tahitian Drop Pearl on 2-Part White Gold Fob with Diamond on Ruby Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
are including a 16" necklace of 4mm purple Mozambique rubies made just for this pendant. The unusual
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, ...

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Certified Heart Cut Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom contemporary pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold, with detachable natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with DSEF Certified Heart Cut Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace is encrusted with 3 natural round diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold...

Spinel Diamond Necklace 3.46 Ct 0.41 Ct AAA+ Great Luminosity 18 kt White Gold
Located in Viena, Viena
have a 3.46 ct pinkish-l. orange untreated spinel with GFCO expertise / Thailand, AAA+, eye clean
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Untreated Ruby Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate untreated ruby necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and white gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 14 antique edition and 40 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect untreated ruby 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. Finding an appealing untreated ruby necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Ella Gafter, Gems and Jewels UK and Polya Medvedeva Jewellery each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any untreated ruby necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a ruby version from the 46 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. When shopping for an untreated ruby necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Untreated Ruby Necklace?

Prices for an untreated ruby necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $488 and can go as high as $750,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,222.

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.