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Vintage Tortoise Necklace

Vintage Acrylic Tortoise Necklace
Vintage Acrylic Tortoise Necklace

Vintage Acrylic Tortoise Necklace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Vintage Acrylic Tortoise Necklace is a chic and timeless piece of jewelry that blends vintage appeal with the unique characteristics of acrylic material.

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Late 20th Century Link Necklaces

Vintage Tortoise Resin Fringe Collar Choker Bib Necklace, 1970's USA
Vintage Tortoise Resin Fringe Collar Choker Bib Necklace, 1970's USA

Vintage Tortoise Resin Fringe Collar Choker Bib Necklace, 1970's USA

Located in North Miami, FL

This very in vogue collar choker vintage resin necklace looks like fringe. It is tortoise like in color with resin links in a lighter amber color.

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s
Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s

Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Measurements From top to bottom: 16 inches Chain: 14 inches Pendant: 2 inches This vintage Givenchy necklace from the Seventies is in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A vintage 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a tortoise or turtle. Marked 750 for 18 karat gold and numbered CO.077. Dimensions: 1.6 x 0.9 x 0.3 cm (not including ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Léa Stein Paris Tortoise Celluloid Fox Head Pendant circa 1970s
Léa Stein Paris Tortoise Celluloid Fox Head Pendant circa 1970s

Léa Stein Paris Tortoise Celluloid Fox Head Pendant circa 1970s

By Lea Stein

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This exquisite Léa Stein Paris Tortoise Celluloid Fox Head Pendant from the circa 1970s exemplifies the timeless artistry and innovative craftsmanship that made Léa Stein a renowned ...

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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Jay Strongwater vintage faux tortoise necklace
Jay Strongwater vintage faux tortoise necklace

Jay Strongwater vintage faux tortoise necklace

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage huge faux tortoise necklace by Jay Strongwater.

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1990s More Necklaces

Vintage 1980s Signed Napier Goldtone Faux-Tortoise Collar Necklace
Vintage 1980s Signed Napier Goldtone Faux-Tortoise Collar Necklace

Vintage 1980s Signed Napier Goldtone Faux-Tortoise Collar Necklace

By Napier

Located in Easton, PA

1980s goldtone and tortoise Lucite collar necklace with fold over clasp.

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Vintage 1980s American Choker Necklaces

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Gold Plate

1995 Chanel Heart Vintage Necklace in  Bakelite Tortoise Style
1995 Chanel Heart Vintage Necklace in  Bakelite Tortoise Style

1995 Chanel Heart Vintage Necklace in Bakelite Tortoise Style

By Chanel

Located in Paris, FR

Vintage Chanel Iconic Necklace in Gold plated logo and bakelite Chain Good vintage condition Signed in the back Lenght 31.5 inches

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Tortoise Lucite Loop Necklace
Vintage Tortoise Lucite Loop Necklace

Vintage Tortoise Lucite Loop Necklace

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H 12.5 in W 1.25 in D 1.25 in L 12.5 in

Vintage Tortoise Lucite Loop Necklace

Located in North Miami, FL

This lovely and fashionable tortoise lucite loop necklace is so very in now. Perfect for all seasons and especially the 2018- 2019 season that is capitalizing on leopard, tortoise an...

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Link Necklaces

1990's Vintage Chanel Faux-Tortoise Belt Necklace
1990's Vintage Chanel Faux-Tortoise Belt Necklace

1990's Vintage Chanel Faux-Tortoise Belt Necklace

By Chanel

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Chanel multi-charm faux-tortoiseshell belt/necklace. Spring '95 collection. Original box included. Missing year tag.

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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Vintage William de Lillo Faux Tortoise Diamante Statement Necklace
Vintage William de Lillo Faux Tortoise Diamante Statement Necklace

Vintage William de Lillo Faux Tortoise Diamante Statement Necklace

By William De Lillo

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Vintage unique multi-strand statement necklace by William de Lillo for William de Lillo LTD NY.

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Late 20th Century American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

John Galliano for Christian Dior Tortoise Pendant Necklace circa Y2K
John Galliano for Christian Dior Tortoise Pendant Necklace circa Y2K

John Galliano for Christian Dior Tortoise Pendant Necklace circa Y2K

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Its oval-shaped tortoise-style pendant exudes vintage charm, with the classic tortoise pattern adding a touch of sophistication and retro appeal.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Vintage French 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant
Vintage French 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant

Vintage French 18K Yellow Gold Turtle Tortoise Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a tortoise or turtle. Stamped with the eagle's head mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture along with an ...

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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace
LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace

LB offers Bakelite Vintage Sterling Floral Brooch African Bone Ceramic Necklace

By Lorraines' Bijoux

Located in Pittsburgh, PA

Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Sterling Silver Floral Brooch and vintage Faux Tortoise Bakelite Buckle Necklace.

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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt
Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt

Vintage Iconic CHANEL Logo Lucky Charm Lucite Tortoise Shell Necklace Belt

By Chanel

Located in Kingersheim, Alsace

Measurements: Height: 1 1/8 inches (2.85 cm) Length: 29 4/8 inches (74.93 cm) Could be use as a belt or a necklace. Features: - 100% Authentic CHANEL. - Iconic Chanel logo lucky ch...

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20th Century French Belts

CHANEL Vintage 1994 Tortoise Shell Chain Necklace
CHANEL Vintage 1994 Tortoise Shell Chain Necklace

CHANEL Vintage 1994 Tortoise Shell Chain Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Vintage '94 Tortoise Shell Chain Necklace Features Maltese CC Cross Made in: France Year of Production: 1994 Stamp: 94 CC P Closure: Hook Color: Br...

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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Chanel Vintage '95 Tortoise & Gold Four Leaf Clover Necklace
Chanel Vintage '95 Tortoise & Gold Four Leaf Clover Necklace

Chanel Vintage '95 Tortoise & Gold Four Leaf Clover Necklace

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

Chanel Vintage '95 Tortoise & Gold Four Leaf Clover Necklace Features goldtone CC design in center of four leaf clover pendant Made In: France Year of Production: 1995 Color: Br...

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1990s French Chain Necklaces

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Discs Statement Necklace
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Discs Statement Necklace

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Faux Tortoise Shell Discs Statement Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Nice, FR

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold toned chain statement necklace featuring 6 faux tortoise shell discs with charms.

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20th Century French Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s
Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s

Givenchy Vintage Perfume Bottle Necklace Gold-Toned Link Chain Tortoise, 1970s

By Givenchy

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Measurements From top to bottom: 16 inches Chain: 14 inches Pendant: 2 inches This vintage Givenchy necklace from the Seventies is in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

1970s YSL Tortoise  Link Necklace and Belt Vintage Yves Saint Laurent
1970s YSL Tortoise  Link Necklace and Belt Vintage Yves Saint Laurent

1970s YSL Tortoise Link Necklace and Belt Vintage Yves Saint Laurent

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Boca Raton, FL

This YSL faux tortoise link collectable accessory can be worn as a belt or necklace. Made up 18 square tortoise pieces and 6 circular pieces ,YSL engraved gold hang tag. Measurements...

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1970s French Belts

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace
Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace

Vintage Yves Saint Laurent 1970s Tortoise Shell 70s YSL Belt or Necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Amazing early 1970s YVES SAINT LAURENT faux tortoise shell belt or necklace! Square links mixed with circle links. Fabulous amber brown and black pattern match anything and everythin...

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1970s French Belts

Spratling Vintage Tortoise Shell "Collar Gola" or "Ruff Croissant" Necklace
Spratling Vintage Tortoise Shell "Collar Gola" or "Ruff Croissant" Necklace

Spratling Vintage Tortoise Shell "Collar Gola" or "Ruff Croissant" Necklace

By William Spratling

Located in Narberth, PA

This incredible and rare Vintage necklace from 1950s is a fantastic example of William Spratling's remarkable talent!

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Vintage 1950s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

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By Christian Lacroix

Located in New York, NY

CHRISTIAN LACROIX's rare, massive, ethnic tribal-inspired four-strand gold-toned choker necklace features links and rings. Both ends are made of deep red studded enamel embellished w...

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1990s French Artist Choker Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

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Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress

By John Galliano for Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...

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Early 2000s French Cocktail Dresses

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By Thierry Mugler

Located in Berlin, BE

Manfred Thierry Mugler distilled the drama of midnight velvet and the intrigue of bare skin into this impossibly rare devoré cocktail dress: a piece that feels less like clothing and...

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1990s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress
Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown  1955 Iconic Gown Dress

Pierre Balmain Couture Ballgown 1955 Iconic Gown Dress

By Pierre Balmain

Located in Berlin, BE

'La Robe Broderie À Ramages' PIERRE BALMAIN PARIS Made In France, ca.1955 Majestic evening gown in silk and cream satin with the most astonishing embroiderery by PIERRE BALMAIN Haut...

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1950s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano blue silk corset, fw 2001
Christian Dior by John Galliano blue silk corset, fw 2001

Christian Dior by John Galliano blue silk corset, fw 2001

By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

▪ Christian Dior blue silk corset top ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Gathered polka-dot silk organza stomacher with velvet bands ▪ Raw silk side and back panels ▪ Silk fringe trim ▪...

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Early 2000s French Corsets

Vintage Boho Agate Slab Necklace
Vintage Boho Agate Slab Necklace

Vintage Boho Agate Slab Necklace

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Vintage Boho Agate Slab Necklace is a striking and unique piece that blends the earthy allure of agate with the free-spirited and eclectic aesthetic of boho style. Agate is a typ...

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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Agate

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Vintage Tortoise Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage tortoise necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and gold plate — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a vintage tortoise 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 20th 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 tortoise necklace over the years, but those made by Givenchy, Cartier and David Webb are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage tortoise necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a mixed cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for a vintage tortoise necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Tortoise Necklace?

On average, a vintage tortoise necklace at 1stDibs sells for $354, while they’re typically $145 on the low end and $43,200 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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