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French Sapphire and Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Gemstone Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
carat emerald, 3.54 carat ruby, and 18 karat yellow necklace; part of our vintage jewelry collections
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1940s French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sardinia Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Strands Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Necklace, clamp mounted with 14 karat yellow gold,sapphires and old cut diamond in the middle Necklace
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1980s Italian Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Coral, Sapphire, 14k 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 Yellow Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cristina Sabatini Yellow Gold Plated Single Strand Peridot Pendant Necklace
By Cristina Sabatini
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Cristina Sabatini Design Yellow Gold Plated Silver; Peridot Pendant Single Strand Necklace
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20th Century Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Peridot, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Wire Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Circa 1970
By Dinh Van for Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier wire necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, circa 1970. Designed in the 1970’s, this
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1970s American Retro Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). rope link necklace. security chain. spring
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.09 in L 37.01 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). necklace chain mesh twisted rope. length: 70
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.1 in L 27.56 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
. excellent condition. Yellow gold necklace. twisted chain. length: 45.5 cm. width: 0.27. total weight: 14.25
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.11 in L 17.92 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). 35 shiny pearls in yellow gold diameter: 0.97
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
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W 0.39 in D 0.39 in L 7.29 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace. filigree mesh. length: 114 cm. width: 0.51. total weight: 35.24 g. owl
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.21 in L 44.89 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). omega mesh. length: 42 cm. width: 0.38 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.15 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh forçat. length: 64 cm. width: 0.23 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.1 in L 25.2 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh. length: 50 cm. width: 0.42
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.17 in L 19.69 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). length: 16 cm. clasp with eight of safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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L 6.3 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh english. length: 40 cm. width: 0.58
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.23 in L 15.75 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). fancy mesh. length: 43 cm. width: 0.9 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.36 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). English mesh. length: 42 cm. width: 0.5 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.2 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). figaro mesh. length: 51.5 cm. width: 0.42 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.17 in L 20.28 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). Omega mesh. length: 16 cm. width: 0.39 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.16 in L 6.3 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Forced mesh necklace. in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). length: 51.0 cm. width: 0.25 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.1 in L 20.08 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). jagged mesh. length: 28 cm. width: 1.45 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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L 11.03 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh palm tree. length: 42 cm. width: 0.50 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.2 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). English mesh. length: 55.4 cm. width: 0.43 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.17 in L 21.82 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh forçat. length: 40 cm. width: 0.34 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.14 in L 15.75 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). twisted fancy mesh. length: 43 cm. width: 1.39
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.55 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). chain mesh force. length: 58.5 cm. width: 0.28
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.12 in L 23.04 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow and white gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). length: 44 cm. width: 1.34 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.53 in L 17.33 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). hollow bean stitch. length : 49 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.24 in L 19.3 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). worked oval mesh. length: 60.50 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.21 in L 23.82 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating chain. clasp in eight safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.22 in L 29.14 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh grain of rice. length: 42 cm. width: 0.80
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.32 in L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow and white gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). fancy mesh . length: 50 cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.13 in L 19.69 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh figaro. length of the chain: 54.40 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.19 in L 21.42 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Two-tone yellow gold/ white gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). fancy mesh. length: 54 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.28 in L 21.26 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). quadruple popcorn mesh. length: 47.0cm. width
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.54 in D 0.19 in L 18.51 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh. clasp in eight safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.2 in L 22.45 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). soft mesh. length: 46.5 cm. width: 0.42 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.17 in L 18.31 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). figaro mesh 1x1. closure with safety chain
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.17 in D 0.05 in L 29.73 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh Bean lined in fall. length: 43.5 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.36 in L 17.13 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). bean stitch. length: 41 cm. width: 0.79 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.32 in L 16.15 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace. filigree mesh. length: 40.5 cm. width: 0.52. total weight: 12 g. owl hallmark
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.21 in L 15.95 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). palm mesh. length: 44.0 cm. width: 0.46 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.19 in L 17.33 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). style couture alternating pendants. length: 45
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.79 in L 17.72 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). falling American mesh. ratchet clasp. length
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.46 in L 17.72 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). mesh popcorn. Length of the chain: 43 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.14 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
yellow gold necklace 750 mils (18 carats). Articulated shaped webs. Total weight: 28.40 g. size 42
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace. coffee bean mesh. length: 43 cm. width: 0.47 cm. total weight: 12.13 g. owl
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.19 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Gold necklace yellow 750 mils (18 carats). length: 45.5 cm. width: 0.29 cm. total weight: 16.01 g
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.12 in D 0.09 in L 17.92 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). Polish mesh. length: 39 cm. width: 0.82 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.33 in L 15.36 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage necklace in matt and shiny yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). closure in eight safety
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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W 0.34 in L 16.93 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). semi-rigid omega mesh. length of the bracelet
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.16 in L 17.33 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Yellow gold necklace 750 thousandths (18 carats). filigree mesh. Length: 59 cm. Width: 0.82 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.33 in L 23.23 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Golddiamond
Located in PARIS, FR
yellow gold necklace 750 mils (18 carats). Curbed. set with 19 round brilliant cut diamonds of
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.15 in L 27.56 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). semi-rigid fancy mesh. scales effect. length
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.5 in L 17.13 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). fine mesh decorated with roses at one end on
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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Yellow Gold

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W 0.67 in L 16.34 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). English mesh. set with 2 cabochon cut
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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L 16.54 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). navy mesh. length: 52 cm. width: 0.41. total
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W 0.17 in L 20.48 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). alternating mesh. length: 46 cm. width: 0.29
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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W 0.12 in L 18.12 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 milliemes (18 carats). filigree mesh. length: 81 cm. width: 0.54 cm
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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W 0.22 in L 31.89 in
Chain Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats).soft mesh. length: 65 cm. width: 0.39. total
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20th Century French Vintage Yellow Necklace

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W 25.6 in D 0.16 in L 25.6 in
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Vintage Yellow Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage yellow necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 14872 vintage or 5 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage yellow 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 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a vintage yellow necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. A vintage yellow necklace can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 3886, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage yellow necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Yellow Necklace?

On average, a vintage yellow necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,501, while they’re typically $40 on the low end and $785,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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 Yellow 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.