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1980S Wide Diamond & Gemstone 18K Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning 18K Yellow "X" Grooved Gold Links with Diamond Pave and Cabochon Gemstone ( Sapphire, Ruby
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Vintage 1980s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Cabochon Multi Gemstone Diamond Dual Finish Wide Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k yellow gold. The necklace features fancy links with a wide and unique design that give the piece a
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Vintage 1970s Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.65 Carats Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Oval Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
pair mint green tourmaline with other complementary gemstones like diamonds, sapphires, or aquamarines
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Late 20th Century Afghan Baroque Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

0.72 Carat Faint Pink Oval cut I1 Clarity GIA Certified Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
*100% NATURAL FANCY COLOUR DIAMOND* ✪ Diamond Details ✪ ➛ Shape: Oval ➛ Colour Grade: Faint Pink
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond

Natural Golden Rutile Quartz Gemstone and Diamond Brooch / Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
You can wear this as a pendant necklace or a brooch. Here is an exquisite natural Quartz gemstone
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Vintage Retro Diamond Turquoise 18K White Gold Wide Link Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
 diamonds! Finely crafted in 18K White Gold, this piece is enhanced by three-row links with crossover
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold

LeVian Multi Gemstone Butterfly Necklace in 14K Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Honolulu, HI
Measurements: 26 mm wide, 19mm tall Chain Length: 17inches Necklace Weight: 7.5 Grams Gemstone Total Weight
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Peridot, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Citrine, Amethyst, Rose Gold...

2.35 Carats Natural Loose Pink Tourmaline Oval Shape From Congo Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Certification Scheme for diamonds and similar initiatives for other gemstones. **Gemological Properties
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21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

Natural Emerald Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
This necklace is a versatile accessory that effortlessly transitions from day to night
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Genuine 4.05 Carats Natural Loose Citrine Fancy Cut Gem From Brazil Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Mohs scale. This makes it an ideal gemstone for a wide range of jewelry, from rings and necklaces to
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

Materials

Citrine

1.75 Cts Natural Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
as centerpieces and accent stones. When combined with diamonds or other colored gemstones, it can
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

2.30 Carats Natural Faceted Tourmaline Emerald Cut From Congo Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
Process Certification Scheme for diamonds and similar initiatives for other gemstones. **Gemological
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21st Century and Contemporary Congolese Baroque Loose Gemstones

Materials

Tourmaline

1.41 Carat Total Weight Yellow Pear and Diamond Halo Pendant in 18k Gold ref2046
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, creating the illusion of a more substantial centerpiece. It is further surrounded by an
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

0.74 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.21 Carat Diamond Pendant in 18k White ref1461
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
give the impression of a single larger center. This is surrounded by a halo of round white diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pendant set with diamonds and various gemstones 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold pendant set with brilliant cut diamond 0.07 ct F/G VS/SI and various gemstones
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Peridot, Diamond, Amethyst,...

18k White Gold Multi-Color Gemstone and Diamond Grape Cluster Pendant
Located in Southport, CT
(app. 0.56 TCW). The gemstone "grapes" are accented by round diamond set "leaves", approximately 0.04
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Blue Topaz, White Diamond, 18...

Lacy Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
standards Accent Gemstones & Diamonds: 37 Rose cut diamonds 0.18 Carats total 1 Cultured Pearl drop
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Lacy Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Necklace
Lacy Edwardian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Necklace
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H 2 in W 1.5 in L 19 in
KNIFE EDGE Gemstone Necklace: Y Neck Drop with Tanzanite
Located in Los Angeles, CA
our KNIFE EDGE Y-Neck Gemstone Necklace-This version shows off a beautiful Emerald cut Tanzanite
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 14k Gold

18K Multi Gemstone Drop Pendant Tourmaline Ceylon Sapphire Garnet Black Diamond
By Tom Castor
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Gemstones totaling 6.58 Carats. The Pendant measures 30mm long x 12mm wide x 8mm deep off the chest. The
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Garnet, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Multi-gemsto...

Roman Malakov 161.55 Carats Multi-Color Mixed Cut Sapphire Gemstone Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
This enormous and brilliantly sparkling gemstone necklace showcases 161.55 carats of vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 14K white and yellow gold diamond link necklace featuring 28 pave-set round brilliant cut
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Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and Pendant with Ruby and Diamond 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt yellow gold necklace with pendant set with ruby and brilliant cut diamonds up to. 0.30 ct - G
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Necklace and Pendant with Ruby and Diamond 18k bicolour gold
Necklace and Pendant with Ruby and Diamond 18k bicolour gold
No Reserve
H 0.83 in W 0.36 in L 17.33 in
Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace and pendant set with onyx, old mine cut and rose cut diamond. 0.25ct - 40cm long
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
No Reserve
H 1.5 in W 1.23 in L 15.75 in
Necklace and pendant set with Sapphire and diamonds 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
surrounding brilliant cut diamonds. 1.00ct - G/H - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Necklace and pendant set with Sapphire and diamonds 18k gold
Necklace and pendant set with Sapphire and diamonds 18k gold
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H 0.99 in W 0.6 in L 17.72 in
Necklace with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with a Tahiti pearl and brilliant cut diamond up to. 0.12ct - F/G - VS/SI
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Necklace with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
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H 2.45 in W 0.44 in L 16.54 in
Necklace and pendant with topaz and diamonds 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with a pendant set with topaz. 0.90ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace and pendant with topaz and diamonds 14k pink gold
Necklace and pendant with topaz and diamonds 14k pink gold
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H 0.79 in W 0.28 in L 17.72 in
Necklace with rockcrystal and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with rock crystal and brilliant cut diamond 0.10 ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace with rockcrystal and diamond 14k white gold
Necklace with rockcrystal and diamond 14k white gold
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H 0.91 in W 0.32 in L 17.72 in
Necklace with chrysophrase and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with chrysophrase and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.15ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace with chrysophrase and diamonds 14k white gold
Necklace with chrysophrase and diamonds 14k white gold
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H 0.87 in W 0.79 in L 17.72 in
Necklace with Turquoise and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
diamond 1.50 ct F/G SI - 40 cm Detailed description the necklace is 40 cm long and 0.7 mm wide The size
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian French Carnelian, Enamel, Gemstone Native American Chief Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
, including two Persian turquoise stones, a diamond, a seed pearl, and a ruby, adding a wonderful finishing
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Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Necklace and pendant set with agath and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and pendant set with moss agate and brilliant cut diamond 0.05ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with agath and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Necklace and pendant set with agath and diamonds 14k yellow gold
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H 1.15 in W 0.91 in L 15.75 in
Necklace and pendant set with opald and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with entourage pendant set with opal and brilliant cut diamonds. 2.00ct
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with opald and diamonds 18k yellow gold
Necklace and pendant set with opald and diamonds 18k yellow gold
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H 1.26 in W 0.67 in L 17.72 in
Necklace and pendant set with sapphire and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace and pendant set with sapphire and brilliant cut diamonds. 0.24ct - F/G - SI
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with peridot and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with peridot and Bolshevik cut diamond. 0.08ct - F/G - SI
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with sapphire and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with sapphire 0.20 carat and brilliant cut diamond 0.05ct
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with opal and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
diamonds around 0.60 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 42 cm long detailed description the length of the necklace is 42
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with pearls and brilliant and taper cut diamonds. 1.00ct
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Necklace and pendant set with pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
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H 1.66 in W 0.71 in L 15.75 in
Necklace and pendant set with emerald and diamond 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with emerald and brilliant cut diamond. 1.20ct - G/H - VS
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with pearl and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with pearls and rose diamonds - 40
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Vintage 1950s Dutch Early Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Necklace and pendant with lapis lazuli and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with lapis lazuli and single cut diamonds. 0.26ct - F/G
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with Ametrine and diamond 18k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k bicolour gold necklace with a center piece set with an ametrine and triangle cut diamond
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Necklace set with Ametrine and diamond 18k bicolour gold
Necklace set with Ametrine and diamond 18k bicolour gold
No Reserve
H 0.95 in W 0.75 in L 19.69 in
Necklace and pendant set with sapphire and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with sapphire to. 0.75ct and brilliant cut diamond up to
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with emerald and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with emerald and brilliant cut diamond. 0.35ct - F/G - VS/SI - 50 cm long
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2010s Dutch Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with emerald and diamonds 18k white gold
Necklace set with emerald and diamonds 18k white gold
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H 0.83 in W 1.38 in L 19.69 in
Retro Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant / Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gemstone: Rubies totaling 9 ct. Gemstone: Diamonds totaling 0.75 ct.. G-H / SI Circa: Retro, 1940s Stamp
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Vintage 1940s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace set with pearls and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace set with pearls and brilliant and single cut diamonds. 0.75ct - F/G - SI
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2010s Dutch Art Nouveau Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace set with pearls and diamonds 14k white gold
Necklace set with pearls and diamonds 14k white gold
No Reserve
H 1.03 in W 4.34 in L 15.75 in
ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
Located in The Hague, ZH
ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and old mine cut, rose cut and single cut diamonds. 0.45ct
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
ART-DECO Platinum necklace set with onyx and diamonds
No Reserve
H 3.15 in W 1.5 in L 16.54 in
14K Black and White Diamond Necklace .38 Carat Contemporary
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
chain. The necklace is 18" long, and the gemstones are 2" wide, set in metal gold. Hallmarked 1772 KA
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin Nabucco Diamond & Gemstone 18K Suite Set of 4
By Roberto Coin
Located in Miami, FL
textured pieces are set with natural diamonds and Assorted gemstones such as Citrine, Amethyst, and Pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 10.74 Carat Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A fabulous vintage heirloom, this vivacious boulder opal pendant necklace is a statement of natural
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Late 20th Century Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Necklace and pendant set with green onyx and diamonds 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with pendant set with green onyx and single cut diamonds. 0.22ct - F/G - VS
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace and pendant set with Tahiti pearl and diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with pearl and old mine cut diamond. 1.00ct - F/G - VS/SI
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set wuth Tahiti pearl and diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with a Tahiti pearl and brilliant cut diamond up to
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant set with Sapphire, Ruby and Diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
diamond. 0.50ct - H/I - SI - 45 cm long detailed description necklace is 45 cm long and 0.9 mm wide
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive Platinum 1.18 ct Diamond and Tanzanite Pendant Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
and 1” wide. Diamonds totaling 1.18 carats effortlessly elevate the breathtaking 27.77 carat blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum

18 kt yellow gold necklace and pendant with opal, emerald and diamond
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt yellow gold necklace with pendant set with opal, emerald and brilliant cut diamond to. 0.50ct
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mid-Century Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century diamond necklace set in platinum featuring 324 marquise, pear and straight baguette
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Vintage 1950s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pearl Necklace and gold lock with diamonds 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
Pearl necklace with 18k yellow gold clasp set with brilliant cut diamonds up to. 0.37 ct - G/H - SI
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Early 2000s Dutch Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Necklace and gold lock with diamonds 18k yellow gold
Pearl Necklace and gold lock with diamonds 18k yellow gold
No Reserve
H 0.79 in W 0.48 in L 19.69 in
Estate Tourmaline Diamond and Ruby Frog 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Gemstone: Tourmaline: 3.22 Carats Accent Gemstones & Diamonds: 84 Round Brilliant Cuts 0.51 Carats Total 2
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with sapphire and diamonds up to 0.20ct 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold necklace with a pendant set with sapphire to. 0.90ct and brilliant cut diamonds up to
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

14K Gold Diamond Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 14K yellow and white gold diamond set oval swirl motif link necklace with 200 bead set, round
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Vintage 1970s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Diamond Link Necklace
14K Gold Diamond Link Necklace
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Wide Diamond And Gemstone Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact wide diamond and gemstone necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 248 vintage editions and 338 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect wide diamond and gemstone necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A wide diamond and gemstone necklace from Victor Mayer, LB Exclusive and Diamond Town — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A wide diamond and gemstone necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 436 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. Most of our wide diamond and gemstone necklace for sale are for women, but there are 156 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Wide Diamond And Gemstone Necklace?

On average, a wide diamond and gemstone necklace at 1stDibs sells for $4,685, while they’re typically $137 on the low end and $375,000 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.