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EISENBERG Swarovski teardrop necklace
By Eisenberg
Located in Montreal, QC
Alluring signed EISENBERG necklace set with graduated clear round-cut Swarovski Crystals; centered
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1950s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Amethyst Teardrop Necklace & Earrings Set 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Amethyst Teardrop Necklace and Earring Set. Large, luxurious amethyst crystal
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Christian Dior Amethyst Teardrop Necklace 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A totally timeless Vintage Christian Dior Amethyst Teardrop Necklace. A wonderful teardrop cut
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Tiffany & Co Teardrop Necklace Elsa Peretti 18k Yellow Gold 16.5"
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage Tiffany & Co heart teardrop necklace, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Rose Gold Teardrop Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18k rose gold teardrop link motif necklace. Measuring 16" in length and 16mm in width
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chopard Rose Gold Teardrop Necklace
Chopard Rose Gold Teardrop Necklace
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W 0.67 in L 13.98 in
Pertegaz Diamond Gold Teardrop Necklace
By Pertegaz
Located in Feasterville, PA
by Pertegaz spares no expense. Necklace Length: 15″ , The teardrop has a length of 1.5 Inches Weight
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20th Century Spanish Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Pertegaz Diamond Gold Teardrop Necklace
By Pertegaz
Located in Feasterville, PA
by Pertegaz spares no expense. Necklace Length: 15″ , The teardrop has a length of 1.5 Inches Weight
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20th Century Spanish Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold and Amethyst Teardrop Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This necklace will be your next go-to piece of jewelry in your collection! You will be reaching for
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

One-of-a-Kind Teardrop Banded Agate Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Awesome One-of-a-Kind Necklace comprising natural flat Banded Agate Teardrop Beads inter-spaced
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1990s Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Agate, Brass

1970s Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
1970s 3-Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace - 14 Karat White Gold Features 3 Round Brilliant
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gold Link Chain Necklace with Black Resin Teardrop Details, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 32" length - Gold plated - Black resin teardrop cabochons - Toggle clasp
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Gold Tone Teardrop Design Necklace - Toggle Closure - Unsigned - C. 1980
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage gold tone teardrop design chain link necklace - toggle closure - unsigned - circa 1980's
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Heart and Teardrop Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
By Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautifully! Amethyst and Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace. Suspending a Heart and Teardrop
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Bow Pearl Teardrop Set Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Bow White Pearl Teardrop Set Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold Plate

Diamond Necklace Choker Vintage 14K White Gold Teardrop Pendant 2.38 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Necklace Choker Vintage 14K White Gold Teardrop Pendant 2.38 TDW This beautiful vintage
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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Purple Amethyst Halo Teardrop Set, Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Purple Amethyst Halo Teardrop Gift Set, Pendant Necklace Earrings, Gold
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Faux Crystals Pearl Teardrop Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
chain design, this Christian Dior necklace is adorned with a Swarovski crystal-embellished bow and a
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Bow Pearl Teardrop Gold Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
chain design, this Christian Dior necklace is adorned with a Swarovski crystal-embellished bow and a
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold

Gold Tone Pendant Necklace with Clear Rhinestones and a Red Rhinestone Teardrop
Located in London, GB
with a lovely red teardrop rhinestone. The necklace measures length 43.18cm / 17 inches by width 6mm
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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Teardrop Tablet Lapis Lazuli Link Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brightly colored vintage choker style necklace is stunningly simple in design, but makes a bold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Nouveau Teardrop Link Choker Necklace By Alfred Philippe For Trifari
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 14.5" length - .6" width - Gold plated - Crystal rhinestone accents - Fold over clasp closure - Paten...
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1940s American Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Gilt & Black Resin Mod Teardrop Pendant Necklace By Crown Trifari, 1960s
By Trifari
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 27" length gilded snake chain - 2.5" x 1.6" pendant - Black resin - Gold plated - Clasp closure - By Crown Trifari (signed on verso & hangtag) - Circa 1960s ...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Diamond and Gold Teardrop Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.93 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold 'teardrop
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1990s Unknown Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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

Diamond and Gold Teardrop Pendant
Diamond and Gold Teardrop Pendant
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W 0.37 in D 18 in L 1.06 in
Large Italian 14k Gold Teardrop Natural Coral Pendant
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Large Italian 14k Gold Teardrop Coral Pendant Italian large very good quality teardrop shape
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Coral, 14k Gold

Mexico Large Sterling Silver Teardrop Aquamarine Glass Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexican sterling silver and aquamarine colored glass teardrop pendant. This handcrafted artisan
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20th Century Mexican Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Modern Teardrop Shaped Amethyst Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
This pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry, featuring a stunning teardrop-shaped amethyst that
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Late 20th Century German Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Modern Teardrop Shaped Amethyst Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold
Modern Teardrop Shaped Amethyst Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold
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W 0.52 in D 0.24 in L 1.19 in
Illusion Ruby and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace14k White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Illusion Ruby 1.37ct and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold. 18" Length 5 Grams
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1990s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Pear Shaped Teardrop Jade Pendant in Sterling Silver
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Pear Shaped Teardrop Jade Pendant in Sterling Silver, a truly captivating
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Jade, Sterling Silver

1980s Galanos Rhinestone Choker with Black Teardrop Beads
By Pauline Trigère
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Over the top fabulous 1980s Galanos 2" thick choker set in silver metal with large round rhinestones. Adorned with nine black tear drop shaped beads that hang and contrast against th...
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Diamond Australian Opal Pendant Teardrop Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Australian Opal Pendant Teardrop Pendant 14K Yellow Gold This tremendous estate pendant
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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Native American Mark Yazzie Sterling Silver Amethyst Teardrop Pendant #16153
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver amethyst teardrop pendant by Native American Navajo artisan, Mark Yazzie. Large
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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Vintage Large Teardrop Lapis Lazuli Beaded Pendant, Sterling Silver, Length 2.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
This vintage large teardrop Lapis Lazuli pendant will make a striking statement. The pendant is
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1990s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

1960s Steel Drop Necklace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A stunning silver steel drop necklace. It has a box chain and 9 2" large tear drops dangling from
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1960s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Steel

1960s Steel Drop Necklace
1960s Steel Drop Necklace
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D 2 in L 20 in
Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Artisanal Modernist sterling silver necklace of hand hammered teardrop shaped pendant framing an
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace
Artisan Modernist Silver Necklace
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W 1.75 in L 20 in
Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Set with 3 teardrop shape aquamarines and 8 rectangular shape aquamarines weighing circa 34 ct
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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
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W 1.18 in L 17.99 in
Vintage Chanel Pearl Lariat Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Chanel Pearl Lariat Necklace in very good condition. 1/2" pearl beads strung through a gold
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Pearl

Marie Ferre Crystal Necklace Earrings Set
Located in Stamford, CT
A stunning Marie Ferre eight strand crystal and rhinestone necklace and earring set. Signed. The
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1990s American Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Carlo Weingrill Wide Open Link Necklace
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Carlo Weingrill, perhaps the world finest goldsmiths, a substantial open link necklace. Each
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1980s Italian Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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18k Gold

Swarovski Vintage 18K Gold Plated Crystal Pendant Necklace
By Swarovski
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The teardrop shape is a classic design that adds sophistication and charm to the necklace, making it a
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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18k Gold, Gold Plate

Coach House Turquoise and Jasper Runway Necklace
By Anna K for Coach House
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Turquoise and Jasper Necklace, featuring 12.5+mm Jasper beads, suspending Teardrop and
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1960s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Turquoise Bead Hammered Dangle Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Silver and turquoise bead necklace. This necklace features long silver barrel beads with turquoise
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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Striking Black Jet Lariat Belt Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
, suspending two large faceted elongated teardrop shaped Jet glass beads, each measuring approx. 2” in length
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1970s Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Mid-Century Modern Bolero Gold Heirloom Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Modernist Bolero style 14K Gold Necklace featuring an adjustable Slide; flexible links with
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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14k Gold

Kaso Blue Orange Yellow Lucite Choker Pendant Necklace
By Harriet Bauknight for KASO
Located in Atlanta, GA
This four-in-one necklace is a spectacular Lucite choker necklace designed by Harriet Bauknight for
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Kaso Blue Orange Yellow Lucite Choker Pendant Necklace
Kaso Blue Orange Yellow Lucite Choker Pendant Necklace
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H 3.51 in W 2.21 in L 16.54 in
Handcraft 14 Karat Gold Silver Diamonds Emeralds Ruby Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Gorgeous retro-style necklace made entirely by hand by Neapolitan artisans
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1980s Italian Retro Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage EFBI Austria Georgian Style Droplet Necklace 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A breathtakingly beautiful Vintage EFBI Austria Droplet Necklace from one of Austria's best mid
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1960s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Vintage Christian Dior Cabochon Jewelled Necklace & Earrings 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A glorious vintage Dior Jewelled Necklace and Earrings dating to the 1980s. The cabochon stones in
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1980s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

18 Karat Gold Necklace in Emerald and White Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Extraordinary succession of diamonds in oval and teardrop cut, uniformity of totality and color
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1970s Italian Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Necklace in Emerald and White Diamonds
18 Karat Gold Necklace in Emerald and White Diamonds
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W 0.2 in D 0.99 in L 16.15 in
1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
1950s necklace by Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior and fully signed to the reverse in an oval
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1950s British Romantic Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Base Metal

1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace
1950s Christian Dior Mitchel Maer Turquoise Blue Necklace
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W 1.25 in D 0.25 in L 18 in
Oscar De La Renta Alabaster Drop Statement Necklace Wow!
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Montreal, QC
Spectacular signed Oscar De La Renta Runway Necklace set with large oversized blue-gray genuine
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1980s Modernist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold Plate

Robert Lee Morris Gold Plated Raindrop Bib Necklace 1989
By Robert Lee Morris
Located in New York, NY
Robert Lee Morris Gold Plated Raindrop Bib Necklace 1989, an iconic Bold Gold necklace from the era
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1980s American Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Gold Plate, Brass

Robert Lee Morris Gold Plated Raindrop Bib Necklace 1989
Robert Lee Morris Gold Plated Raindrop Bib Necklace 1989
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H 3 in W 3 in D 0.2 in Dm 7 in L 16.5 in
Vintage Coral 18k Gold Long Chain Necklace and Earrings Jacket
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible Drop Necklace and Earring Jackets! This rope chain necklace is crafted in 18-karat yellow gold
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1970s American Retro Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Coral, 18k Gold

Art Deco full set diamond necklace with emerald 18k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into a world of opulence and luxury with this magnificent diamond necklace, expertly crafted
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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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

Vintage Opaque Clear Glass Bib Tear Drop Vintage Necklace 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning choker necklace with teardrop glass beading. Has a light iridescent to it. Measuring 15mm
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1940s Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Ruby Bead Drop Necklaces Seed Pearls Sapphire Doubled 14 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These teardrop Ruby beads are two necklaces put together,or worn individually. One is set with
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1980s Unknown Artist Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Hematite Beads Necklace in 18 Karat Gold and White Diamonds
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Elegant and stylish necklace inspired to the fashion in France in the 1970's. A big strand of
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1960s Italian Art Deco Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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White Diamond, Hematite, 18k Gold

Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
cultured pearls that measure approximately 9.5mm. Hanging from the necklace is 3 teardrop shaped pearls
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Late 20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
Diamond and Pearl White Gold Dangle Necklace and Earring Suite
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H 1.75 in D 0.38 in L 16.5 in
Kay Jewelers Sterling Silver Black and White Diamonds Pendant Necklace #17005
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Kay Jewelers sterling silver black and white diamond pendant necklace. Open work teardrop shaped
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20th Century Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Diamond, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Jean Paul Gaultier Rare Steampunk Necklace with Resin Cameo Pendant
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jean Paul Gaultier Paris designed this stunning pendant necklace in the 1990s for his Steampunk
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1990s French Modern Vintage Teardrop Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent Multi Strand Pink Faux Pearl Necklace W Pierced Earrings
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Portland, OR
Good - both necklace and earrings have scratches on the teardrop shaped pendants. Necklace- LENGTH: 18
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1980s European Vintage Teardrop Necklace

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Vintage Teardrop Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage teardrop necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage teardrop necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage teardrop necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. Take a look at a vintage teardrop necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also pear cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage teardrop 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 Vintage Teardrop Necklace?

Prices for a vintage teardrop necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $59 and can go as high as $15,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,400.

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. 

Questions About Vintage Teardrop Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.