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Summer Blues Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
How sweet to discover this rare beauty of turquoise and natural pearls, still resting undisturbed
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian More Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k 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
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Antique 1860s British High Victorian More Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, 14k Gold, 10k Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise, Diamond, Pearl Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
bottom. This necklace is from the early Victorian period c.1850. The chain, much later vintage
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Shamrock Necklace Conversion Turquoise Pearl 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Originally an antique Victorian era brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), the shamrock necklace is crafted
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Horseshoe Pendant
Located in London, GB
horseshoe design formed out of turquoise and pearl with a blue enamel border. The locket does still have its
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 15k 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
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

An Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Turquoise Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
How exciting it was to discover this rare beauty of Persian turquoise and natural pearls, still
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Link Necklaces

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18k Gold

Turquoise Amazonite Pearls Madonna and Child Victorian Mourning Locket
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
stunning Victorian turquoise and seed pearl sterling silver mourning locket - displaying a gorgeous softly
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Topaz, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Si...

Victorian 1890 Necklace in 18kt Gold with 51.04cts Peridots Turquoises & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
A gems set necklace from the Victorian era. Beautiful drop necklace, created in England during the
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Antique 1890s English Late Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Turquoise Seed Pearl Bow Heart Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an elegant Victorian bow heart pendant chain necklace crafted in 9K gold. The piece
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
turquoises and seed pearls. Weight: 21.38g Size: 8x4.1cm ——— If you have any questions, please feel free
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k 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
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique French Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
WEIGHT: 13.7 grams STONES: Turquoise and pearls HALLMARKS: French eagle head for 18k and 750 for 18k
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Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Split Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A bright blue turquoise and split pearl 14k gold early Victorian cross pendant. This cross is in
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Antique 1850s Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

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
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Early 20th Century Indian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise

Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Antique Persian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
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W 1.5 in L 3.25 in
Jill Garber French Porcelain Cherub with Mother-of-Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
overall length of this wonderful necklace is 20 inches with a four inch drop including the mother-of-pearl
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2010s American Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Turquoise Seed Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Convertible Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This one-of-a-kind vintage necklace is a stunning combination of turquoise and pearls. The pendant
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Vintage 1930s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Woven Pearl and Turquoise Necklace with Vintage Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous piece made in Los Angeles by Marina J. This lovely Victorian inspired Necklace is hand
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

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
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Pearl, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15k Gold Locket, Turquoise and Pearl, Portrait, Forget Me Not
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 15kt gold, Turquoise and Pearl locket is really a very special and
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Pearl Diamond Gold Hair Locket Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
pendant is set with bright turquoise blue enamel, pearls and an old mine cut diamond in the center
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Arts & Crafts 15ct Gold Turquoise Matrix Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Matrix Pendant Victorian Circa 1890 15ct Gold From the Victorian Arts
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Cross pendant brooch, Pearl and paste, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
adorned with creamy seed pearl along with coral and turquoise coloured paste stones. It has an unusual
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Analyzer) and verified as 15k gold. This Victorian enamel pendant with pearls is supplied with an
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Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.1 in W 0.83 in L 18 in
Antique Egyptian Revival Necklace Sapphire Turquoise Enamel Gold Pharoah Goddess
Located in New York, NY
, Turquoise and Pearls with magnificent enamel work depicting images of the Pharoah or Goddess, or Nefertiti
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Enamel, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Pearl Chain Choker Double Layer Necklace Medal Pendants J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique White Diamond Set in Gold Prong Silver Grey Pearl Turquoise Bead Choker Long Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled, 14k Gold, Silver

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Turquoise, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver,...

Pink Blue Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Black Pearl J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver,...

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian turquoise and seed pearl love knot pendant, made around 1860-1880. The velvety 15 karat
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
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W 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Victorian Edwardian 1900 British Locket Pendant Earrings Set Tricolor 18Kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
white half pearls and two blue turquoises. Has a measures of 55 mm by 125 mm (2.16 x 4.92 Inches). The
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

Antique Gold & Carved Agate Cameo Hermaphrodite Bracelet or Necklace Clasp
Located in Philadelphia, PA
is bezel set with rubies, turquoise, and seed pearls. Each side has removable clasps with gold
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Agate, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Austro Hungarian Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. Set with turquoise and mother of pearl cabochons with enamel half moon motifs in pale yellow, white
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Antique 1860s Hungarian High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Austro Hungarian Enamel Cross Pendant
Austro Hungarian Enamel Cross Pendant
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W 2.25 in L 4 in
Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Luna Necklace. During the Victorian Era, young American adults often spent a year abroad studying
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Carnelian, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Sil...

Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
Multicolored Moonstone Palais Royal Grand Tour Scent Bottle with Seal
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H 3.5 in W 1.2 in D 0.58 in L 32 in
1990s Vintage Christian Lacroix Gold Tone Faux Coral Crystal Pearl Cross Pendant
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Vilnius, LT
crafted in base metal and is gold plated. It features clear crystals, faux corals, faux turquoise and faux
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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Antique Necklace 13 Natural 14ctw Gems solid 14/ 18K Gold / 5.8gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

1889 Nordic Necklace Egyptian Revival 30 Scarab Beetle Gilt Silver / 50cm/ 27gr
Located in SE
Rare and very unusual piece of Egyptian - revival styled necklace with 30 genuine emerald Green
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Antique 1880s Swedish Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Gold-filled

Antique 9ct Gold Momento Locket
Located in London, GB
design adorned with seed pearls and turquoise * one turquoise cabochon is missing and high decorative
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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Momento Locket
Antique 9ct Gold Momento Locket
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W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
14k Gold and Colored Stone Mid-20th Century "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
a tribute to slides which were primarily used in Victorian period ladies necklaces. It is crafted
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Mid-20th Century American Victorian Link Bracelets

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Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye,...

Antique Coin Ring British Victorian Sovereign solid 14K Gold Ø8.5/ US7gr
Located in SE
or engraved they are not returnable. We can arrange alter certain things like bracelet or necklace
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Vintage 1920s English Art Nouveau Signet Rings

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14k Gold

1899 Antique British Boutonniere Flower Posy Holder Sterling Silver / 24 gr
Located in SE
extended period of time; consider prongs, enamel, pearls,coral, turquoise and opal stones carefully as they
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Antique 1890s English Victorian Vanity Items

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Sterling Silver

Victorian Turquoise, Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise, pearl and yellow gold cross pendant, grain-set with round turquoise
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Antique 1860s English High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Heart-Shaped Blue Enamel Pendant-Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel pendant-necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian heart-shaped blue enamel, pearl and diamond pendant-necklace, the heart-shaped locket
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Antique Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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15k Gold, 18k Gold

15 Karat Gold Victorian Pearl and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Oxford, GB
be worn at two differing lengths. Natural seed pearls and natural turquoise.
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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
decorated in Turquoises and Pearls. Turquoise is known to have healing properties and protects the wearer
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise and Pearl Locket
Located in Lambertville, NJ
and set on the front in a floral motif with turquoise and pearls with green gold accents.
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Antique 1860s American Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

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
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Heart Locket Necklace 9 Carat Gold Dated 1898
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
STONES: Turquoise, Pearl AGE: Victorian, Dated 1898 ORIGIN: United Kingdom MARKS: Birmingham hallmarks
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Faith, Hope and Charity Locket with Turquoise and Pearls
Located in Brooklyn, NY
, hope and charity - a cross, anchor and heart - all accented with seed pearls and turquoise cabochons
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Antique Late 19th Century British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Base Metal

Antique Victorian Turquoise Pearl Gold Picture Pendant Locket, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
complete with a photograph of an elegant young lady. A border of Turquoise’s and Pearls adorn this
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Necklace Forget Me Not, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Victorian, Circa 1880. The beautiful necklace is adorned with rich blue natural Turquoises which are all
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Blue Chinoise Cloisonné Pendant Necklace w/ Lapis Lazuli, Pearls & Turquoise
By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design
Located in Pahrump, NV
lapis discs and real pearls with turquoise details and cobalt blue glass beads. There are gold filled
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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise

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
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Turquoise and Diamond Evil Eye Necklace
Located in Roxbury, CT
cabochon turquoise, diamond, and cultured pearl clasp. Unmarked, but I believe it is European in origin
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Choker Necklaces

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
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Antique 1860s British Necklace Enhancers

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White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

A Superb Victorian Diamond and 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace, 1850s
Located in Antwerp, BE
, garnets, seed pearls and turquoises. The connotation is obviously sentimental, symbolic and romantic with
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Antique Mid-19th Century Belgian Victorian Link Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Rose 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
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Antique 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique 18ct Yellow & Rose Gold Turquoise Photo Locket Circa 1900
Located in Splitter's Creek, NSW
Turquoise and falling to 4 Turquoise balls held on golden string centring a silvery white Pearl. So
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Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

CARLO GIULIANO Enamel Pearl Diamond Locket
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
, framing a heart-shaped centre embellished with a lattice design in seed pearls and turquoise enamel, to a
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

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Victorian Turquoise And Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the victorian turquoise and pearl necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 150 antique edition and 17 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a victorian turquoise and pearl necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing victorian turquoise and pearl necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Karen Sugarman Designs, J DAUPHIN and Alexandra Koumba each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A victorian turquoise and pearl necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring turquoise, from our inventory of 126, is particularly popular. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a victorian turquoise and pearl necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Victorian Turquoise And Pearl Necklace?

Prices for a victorian turquoise and pearl necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $250 and can go as high as $43,200, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,500.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

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. 

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.