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Spanish Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
traditional craftsmanship with timeless elegance. The necklace is made from 18-karat (18kt) yellow gold
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20th Century Spanish Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Spanish Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace
Spanish Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace
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W 0.24 in L 17.33 in
18kt Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "18kt Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds" is a luxurious and exquisite piece of jewelry that
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20th Century Luxembourgish Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow gold Necklace/Pendant Vacheron Constantin Watch Unique Piece
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent & Collectors 18kt Yellow gold Necklace / Pendant with Vacheron Constantin Watch
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt. Yellow Gold Necklace, With Heart Shape Pendant & 2.89ct. Cabochon Sapphire
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt. Yellow Gold Necklace, With Heart Shape Pendant and 2.89ct. Cabochon Sapphire with Beautiful
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20th Century European Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Monete 18 Kt. Yellow Gold Necklace Seven Coins
By Bulgari
Located in Rome, IT
Collana realizzata a mano in Italia in oro giallo 18 kt. con monete romane firmata Bulgari. Questo
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

G. Verdi 18KT Yellow Gold Necklace with 32.19Ct. Amethyst & Tsavorites, Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 karat yellow gold links with prongs that give a beautiful beaded effect. Round brilliant
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Snake 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace 23 Ct Blue Sapphires 7.42 White Diamonds
Located in Bergamo, BG
Necklace made of 18kt yellow gold with natural brilliant-cut diamonds for ct 7.42 and natural blue
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Enamel Citrine Gold Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A long 18kt yellow gold necklace, featuring six large citrines, interconnected by shell shaped gold
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1970s American Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Citrine, 18k Gold

Emerald Diamond Gold Woven Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace, highly polished, with alternating Emeralds & Diamonds
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1980s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Balogh 18 Karat Long Onyx Enamel and Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Balogh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive, long enamel diamond and onyx 18 kt yellow gold necklace from Balogh & Co Jewelers
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20th Century American Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piero Milano Synthesis Diamond Gold Set
By PIERO MILANO
Located in New York, NY
18kt yellow gold necklace and matching bracelet of geometrical design, embellished by a fine round cut
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1980s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold Onyx Mabe Pearls Demi Parure
By David Webb
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. yellow gold necklace and clip-on earrings signed by David Webb. This iconic demi parure is
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1980s American Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

GRS 18kt Necklace 41.6 ct NH Sapphires & Diamond to His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said
Located in Antwerp, BE
GRS Certified Magnificent 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace with 41.6 ct Unheated Sapphires and Diamonds
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold

18kt Gold Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Set with Diamonds& Precious Stones
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous Set in 18 kt. Yellow gold Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Set with Diamonds and Semi
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20th Century European Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Adler Genève Set 18k Gold Necklace, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Queen. Magnificent Adler Genève Set 18 kt. Yellow Gold Necklace, Ring, Earrings, Bracelet With GRS
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, 18 Kt Yellow Gold Torchon Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
and a closure in 18 kt yellow Gold. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Red Garnet 18 Kt Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful 18K Gold necklace with garnet. Total weight 31 grams. The central drop measure: width 18
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1970s Unknown Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt Gold Sapphire Ruby Emerald Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant necklace alterning flowers in 18kt 126.1rose, yellow
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt Gold paste turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Pendant necklace in 18 yellow gold mounted with stones
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1990s Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Other, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set from Estate
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold Matching Necklace and Ring With Huge Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow Gold Matching Necklace & Ring With Huge Aquamarine and Diamonds Completely
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20th Century European Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Coral 18 Kt Gold Designer Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold Hallmarks: Italian assay and maker Gems: 1 round cabochon
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

18 kt. Yellow Gold Adler Genève Set Necklace & Earrings With Emeralds & Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent 18 kt. Yellow Gold Adler Genève Set Necklace & Earrings With Emerald and Diamonds from
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Greek Style Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
A true head-turner! This 18 karat yellow gold necklace features a gold twist chain with a Greek
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1970s Unknown Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nova 18kt Yellow Gold, 1.73ct. Oval & Round Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Nova, this 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace is a real showstopper. The centerpiece
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego 18kt. Yellow Gold Ladies Necklace
By Marco Bicego
Located in Braintree, GB
Marco Bicego 18kt yellow gold ladies' Necklace. Made in 1990s, Italy Fully hallmarked Marco Bicego
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1990s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Yellow Gold & 3.38Ct. Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Designed in the 1980's this 18 karat yellow gold retro pendant will remain eternally classic. A
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18KT Yellow Gold & 3.38Ct. Diamond Pendant Necklace
18KT Yellow Gold & 3.38Ct. Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 2 in W 2 in L 22 in
18kt White & Yellow Gold & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Segmented necklace with 18kt Yellow Gold elements & White Gold raised sections, each set with a 10
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1980s European Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Oval Pendant 18 Kt. Yellow Gold, Also Little Box
Located in BARI, IT
Oval box in 18 kt gold, wearable as a pendant. Hand-made with a woman's profile decoration. It can
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1990s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Oval Pendant 18 Kt. Yellow Gold, Also Little Box
Oval Pendant 18 Kt. Yellow Gold, Also Little Box
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H 1.78 in Dm 1.19 in
Pearl 11, 50 ct Diamond 18 kt Gold Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Elegant necklace in 18kt white and yellow gold composed of
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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

GRS Cert. 18 kt. Yellow gold Pearl Necklace w. Diamonds & Heart Shaped Red Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. Yellow gold Pearl Necklace with Diamonds & Heart Shaped Red Ruby Pearls: 38 Akoya
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20th Century European Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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

Swiss Vintage 18kt Yellow and White Gold Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Swiss Vintage 18kt Yellow and White Gold Necklace is a wonderful piece of jewelry made from a
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Late 20th Century Swiss Artist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Swiss Vintage 18kt Yellow and White Gold Necklace
Swiss Vintage 18kt Yellow and White Gold Necklace
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W 0.91 in L 19.69 in
Vintage Italian Beaded Necklace 45 Grams 18 KT Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
(open) is 42.5 cm Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold Hallmarks: Italian Measures: gold
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1940s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier "Double Heart" Diamonds Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Cartier "Double Heart" Diamonds Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold is an exquisite piece of jewelry
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20th Century French Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Kt Yellow Gold and 5.6 Ct Diamond Collar/Choker Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
opulence of white diamonds, weighing approximately 5.6 carats , all finely mounted in 18 karat yellow gold
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1990s Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 18kt Yellow Gold French Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
and vintage charm. Crafted from high-quality 18-karat gold, this necklace showcases the exquisite
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Signed Roberto Coin 18kt Yellow Gold Mesh Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Experience a timelessly luxe accessory with this signed Roberto Coin vintage 18 karat yellow gold
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1990s Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold & Diamond .56ct Horse Head Choker Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold choker necklace. The center of the necklace is set with 2 blackened gold
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1980s French Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Collar Shape Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Collar Shape Necklace is an exquisite piece of jewelry crafted from 18kt yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Art Deco Pearl Soutoir Rare Necklace 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
otherwise stated boxes are for presentation only Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt yellow gold, tested
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold 18 Kt Stone Star Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Spring color for this charming pendan in 18Kt yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold 18 Kt Stone Star Pendant
Gold 18 Kt Stone Star Pendant
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W 0.99 in L 1.38 in
Tourmaline & Diamond Necklace 18kt Yellow Gold Nanis Rare Find!
By Nanis
Located in Jupiter, FL
Fun necklace by NANIS. Tourmalines, yellow gold balls and white diamonds all exquisitely made and
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet vintage 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace
By Chaumet
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Chaumet 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace adorned with three flower head
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1950s French Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Gold Beaded Necklace, 18KT Yellow Gold, Length 17.5 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold Italian bead necklace. This necklace is comprised of
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1970s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

BERTORO Graduated Necklace Of Sardinian Coral And 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
natural lustrous coral and is fitted with a security crab lock made up in yellow gold of 18 karats. The
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow gold pendant is the
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1990s Spanish Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Giorgio Facchini Sculptural Kinetic Orbital Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Giorgio Facchini
Located in Miami, FL
of wearable kinetic art, crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original 1980 Gucci New York 18Kt Yellow Gold Bamboo Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, circa 1980, Hancrafted Yellow Gold brushed Necklace, in Gucci Iconic Bamboo Style
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modernism 1970 Concentric Circles Geometric Necklace Hammered 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
-two graduated concentric circles, made up in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats with a delicate
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1970s North American Modernist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell 18 KT Yellow Gold 1.04 Cts. Diamond Heart Pendant
By Charles Krypell
Located in New York, NY
for its exquisite use of color, novel designs, and outstanding craftsmanship. This 18 karat yellow
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1980s North American Artisan Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Diamond 4.24ct & Blue Sapphire 5.54c. Classic Necklace
By Effevi
Located in New York, NY
Classically designed 18 karat yellow gold necklace. The centerpiece of this necklace is set with 5
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1990s Italian Retro Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stephan Hafner 18kt Yellow Gold, .20ct Diamond Pocketbook Pendant Necklace
By Stephan Hafner
Located in New York, NY
The absolute cutest purse on a chain!! Designed in 18 karat yellow gold ,the hi-polished purse is
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crivelli 18kt Yellow/ White Gold Diamond 15.20ct & Emerald 17.36ct Necklace
By Crivelli
Located in New York, NY
This lovely designed collar necklace by Crivelli is entirely set with 5 rows of round brilliant
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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

Quadrillion 18kt Yellow Gold, 2.53ct Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
By Bez Ambar
Located in New York, NY
magnificent 18 karat yellow gold heart is set with 2.53 carats of blue sapphires. The heart is approximately 3
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1990s American Contemporary Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 kt yellow gold with orange big heart pendant, diamonds 0.60 ct.
Located in BARI, IT
sides and mounted in yellow gold 18 kt. with diamonds, brilliant cut, 0.60 ct. The gold counter-link can
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1980s Italian Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold

German Bauhaus Geometric Convertible Necklace Brooch 18kt Yellow Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
parameters of the Bauhaus school in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with frosted brushed finish. This
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Late 20th Century German Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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

Vintage Italian 18kt Gold Necklace
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Italian 18kt Gold Necklace is a distinctive and timeless piece of jewelry that reflects
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20th Century Italian Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian 18kt Gold Necklace
Vintage Italian 18kt Gold Necklace
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W 0.36 in L 17.72 in
Bvlgari Roma Doppio Links Collar Necklace In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
crafted with multiples Doppio links in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It
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1990s Italian Modernist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 1970 Modernist Long Necklace Chain In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
vintage long chain has been crafted with eighty-five links made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1970 Modernist Twisted Links Long Sautoir Chain In 18 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
composed by thirty free forms twisted links made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished
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1970s French Modernist Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 16 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace over the years, but those made by Van Cleef & Arpels and Celine are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 5, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and baguette cut versions for sale. Most of our vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace for sale are for women, but there are 7 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold Necklace?

The price for a vintage 18kt yellow gold necklace starts at $1,932 and tops out at $28,800 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,067.

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.