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Necklaces For Sale
Hermès Chaine D'ancre Sterling Silver Necklace, circa 1995
Located in Valenza, IT
Chic yet Timeless, absolutely Iconic, Rare, Hermès Solid Sterling Silver Chaine d'Ancre Necklace, circa 1995. The story of this piece began more than 80 years ago, in 1938, when Robe...
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1990s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond 18k yellow gold Frivole large model necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
From the esteemed house of Van Cleef & Arpels, this modern necklace is a refined expression of French elegance. It features three round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18k Coral Figa Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A Figa is a symbol worn around the world to attract good luck to the person wearing it. It is depicted by a single clenched fist, and is often crafted in metal, wood, stone or ivory....
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701533 Comes With Full Set (Box, Card, Invoice) Date 2024 RRP £2,590 Incl. Taxes / €3,050 Incl. Taxes / $2,830 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA45900 Serial Number JG****** Metal 18k Yel...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Coin, Head of Heracles & Crab, Pendant trimmed w/ 18K gold
Located in Atlanta, GA
A bronze coin from Bruttium, Kroton, (present day Italy) circa 350-300 BC. On the obverse side, is the head of Heracles, facing right wearing a lion skin headdress. On the reverse si...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Socrates 3-Flower Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Socrate collection features a 3-flower pendant completed with a floral clasp, crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with brilliant-cut...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tri-Tone Maillon Panthere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow, white, and rose gold. Signed by Cartier, from their Panthere Collections 15 1/2 x 1 /2 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Francoise Montague Gold and Crystal Mabrouk Wraparound Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Memory wire necklace that stretches to fit any neck size. Lays perfectly and is chic and subtle! By Francoise Montague. 5" across & 16" around. Stretches as necessary. Francoise M...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301521 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2011 RRP £7,950 Incl. Taxes / €9,300 Incl. Taxes / $8,700 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA65100 Serial Number CL***** Metal 18k White Gold S...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Antique Coin Monete 38" Long Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Ancient Antique Coin Monete 38" Long Link Necklace by Bulgari. The Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold Antique Coin Monete 38" Link Necklace showcases ancient coin set within a...
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1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Paper Flowers Diamond Firefly Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming 18ct rose gold necklace from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. A slim signed belcher chain plays host to a captivating design featuring a f...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Ilias Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Flying Geese Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
A work of art by Greek jeweler Ilias Lalaounis. This necklace's imposing presence is characterized by a thick, weighty necklace measuring 16 inches long. It holds a 2 by 1.5 oval, me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Collar Necklace ~1.4ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Collar Necklace ~1.4ctw This modern necklace by David Webb features a bold arrangement of interlocking gold links, each shape...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique 18K Gold Pink Agate Cameo Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Antique 18K Gold Pink Agate Cameo Necklace Approximate Dimensions: 49.5 cm (Length) 1.5 - 2.5 cm (Width) 4 cm x 2.2 cm (Pendant) 58.0 grams in weight.
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Agate

Mauboussin Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Mauboussin Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace made in 18k yellow gold. The total weight of the necklace is 97.01 grams. The diamond weight is appx. 1 carat, F, VS. Signed...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1970's Georg Jensen Sterling Red Agate Necklace Vivianna Torun
Located in Toronto, ON
Vivianna Torun Bulow Hube for George Jensen, a rare Sterling Silver Necklace with reddish brown banded agate detachable pendant on collar, Denmark, C. 1975, stamped Georg Jensen in a dotted oval, Denmark, Torun, 133 pendant and 160 collar and 925S. Will fit up to 16 inch neck, pendant drop approximately 2.75 inches, width of agate 2 inches. Item Weight: 123 grams. Ref: The Jewellery Box Jens Ingvordsen P.275. Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hube know as Torun, was born 1927 in Malmo, Sweden. Torun was the first woman silversmith in the world to gain international recognition. She studied at Konstfack, the School of Arts, Crafts and Design in Stockholm, beginning in 1945 while pregnant with her first child, Pia. Eventually she married the child's father, a Danish journalism student. In 1948, Torun spent the summer in Paris meeting Picasso, Braque, Matisse, and the other great artists of the day. She married a French architect and lived in Stockholm until 1956 having a second child, a son, Claude. As early as 1952, Torun exhibited her jewelry, made both in Stockholm and France (and bearing hallmarks from each country) in Paris. In 1956 she moved to France with her third husband, Walter Coleman. She designed jewelry for among others, Billie Holiday which Holiday wore when she performed. The couple moved to Biot in the south of France. Torun produced many pieces during this period when young Swedish silversmiths would come to work in her studio, introducing her to new techniques. Torun renewed her acquaintance with Picasso who lived in the area and an exhibition of Torun jewelry...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful diamond pendant from Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole collection. Each flower petal is set with an assortment of round brilliant cut diamonds, all varying in sizes. Combined, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Platinum and Gold Bow Motif Diamond and Opal Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional antique Edwardian pendant necklace is a delicate celebration of early 20th-century elegance. Crafted in platinum and gold, the piece features a graceful bow motif ad...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, Platinum

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Diamond Grey MOP LE Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite limite edition Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Vintage Alhambra collection features a gray mother-of-pearl lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold ...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Panthere 18K White Gold 2.78ct Diamond and Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Make a stylish statement with this Cartier Panthere necklace. On the 18K White Gold pendant, Diamonds with a total weight of 2.78 carats effortlessly catch the light. Onyx accents in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Morganite Pendant Necklace
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18k Gold Pear Shaped Morganite Pendant Necklace, with its beautiful blush color and open bezel, is attached to a matte-finished paperclip chain necklace. Mor...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 35mm
Located in New York, NY
This is Tiffany's simple, evocative shape of Elsa Peretti Open Heart. This design celebrates the spirit of love and accentuate the elegant curves of this heart shape pendant. Crafted...
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2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 0.38ct Diamond Solitaire Pendant
Located in London, GB
From the designer Tiffany & Co. comes this refined solitaire diamond pendant. With elegance in its simplicity this pendant features a single 0.38 carat, round brilliant diamond at it...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Paperclip Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: round brilliant cut = 1.00cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: necklace measures 34-inches in length Weight: 12.91 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

11.04 Carat Alternating Round and Baguette Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with Round Brilliant and Baguette cut Diamonds weighing a total of 11.04 carats. 15 3/4 inches long
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 1.00ct Diamond Heart Pendant, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
A charmingly sweet heart shaped pendant dates back to the Victorian era. It is composed of grain set rose cut diamonds scattered over the silver setting, totalling to 0.90 carat, inc...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Cartier Exceptional Ruby and Diamond High Jewelry Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Magnificent Cartier ruby and diamond necklace features 22 carats of dazzling diamonds and over 10 carats of vivid red rubies all set in 18 karat yellow gold. This vintage creation fr...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany and Co Heart Pendant 18k Tiffany Elsa Peretti Puffed Heart Necklace
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tiffany and Co. Elsa Peretti Solid Hold Puffed Heart Pendant Minor signs of wear. Details 12mm by 12mm Heart Pendant 18in Necklace length 5.4grams total
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

FRASCAROLO Leopard Head Convertible Bracelet Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow and white gold, enamel and diamond necklace, Frascarolo, Italy. Designed as a pendant of a leopard's head in deep yellow enamel with black enamel rosettes and nos...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Picasso Hammered 18k Gold Planets Necklace Bracelet Earrings Set
Located in New York City, NY
A Celestial Symphony: Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Hammered 18k Gold Planets Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings Set Embrace the captivating artistry of Paloma ...
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

ORLANDA OLSEN Krugerrand Coin Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow and white gold, ruby and coin necklace, Orlanda Olsen. Designed as a white gold bezel set Krugerrand enclosed within a yellow gold half bezel set at each terminal...
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Early 2000s American Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ralph Lauren (attributed to) Vintage Pink Faux Pearl & Crystal Choker Necklace
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Attributed to Ralph Lauren I have the original customer receipt stating Ralph Lauren choker and it's dated 2004, however there are zero markings on the necklace, and the receipt is f...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Monet Multi-Strand Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Monet multi-strand chain necklace. This vintage necklace comes with seven strands of 0.125" width silver-tone metal chains and a Monet rectangle tag. The measurement from s...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Silver Plate

18.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold featuring 118 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 18.00 carats, G-H color, VS1-SI1 clarity. 15 1/2 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Modern 22 Inch Platinum Stamped, Trace Link Chain with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Platinum Trace Link Chain Platinum Stamped 950 Introducing our modern 22-inch platinum trace link chain, designed to add a touch of elegance to your attire. This delicate chain fe...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Necklaces

Materials

Platinum

Exquisite Antique Georgian 3.7TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian period 3.7TCW Old Mine cut diamond 18K yellow gold cross 19th Century Composed of eleven G-H-I Old Mine cut diamonds with the center stone measuring approximately .4...
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19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 1.70ct Diamond and Ruby Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Cartier necklace is undeniably breathtaking. A 0.90 Ruby at the center serves as a stunning focal point, while Diamonds with a total weight of 1.70 carats further elevat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine Arizona Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing an exquisite, delicate, and elegant necklace crafted from the exceptionally rare natural Arizona "Sleeping Beauty" turquoise, one of the most coveted and valuable varieti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Gold Egg Pendant, Workmaster Theodore Ringe
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present to you an exquisite miniature egg-shaped pendant crafted from green chrysoprase and gold. This unique piece was created by Livonian jeweler Phillip Theodor Ringe, who work...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Gold, Rose Gold

14K Gold Filled and Jade Necklace with a Pair of Carved Pixiu
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a grade A jadeite necklace with natural coral as spacers and gold filled components. We created this necklace with up to 14 mm smooth jade beads and wired a pair of carved ja...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold-filled

Kunzite Aquamarine Lapis Half Moon Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Drape yourself in the gentle whisper of dawn and dusk with this ethereal necklace, where the lavender Kunzite and serene Aquamarine embrace like sky meeting horizon. The brilliant La...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

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Kunzite, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Micro Mosaic Swan Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mosaic Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1870 Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Early Victorian handmade micro mosaic pendant ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
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1850s European Early Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Moon Quartz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon Quartz 11.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carats approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fr...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K white gold Weight: 5.70 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 2" long Diamond: 18 round brilliant diamonds, car...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18K White & Yellow Gold 5.81 Ammolite & Pave Diamond Pendant 7.17 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful heavy pendant with a 5.81 oval ammolite bezel set stone. Ammolite is similar to a fire opal. It is surrounded by brilliant cut pave diamond in a beautiful two...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

South Sea White Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
This exquisite necklace is made up of carefully selected white saltwater pearls of a rare pear shape. Each pearl, ranging in size from 13mm to 15.2mm, has a magnificent mother-of-pea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine & Pearl Pendulum Drop Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1910 THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY. Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold pendant from the Edwardian era, showcasing ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Leto Lama Ocean Drop 3.63 Cts Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing the 3.63 Cts Ocean Drop Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace, a stunning piece of jewelry that embodies elegance and luxury. Crafted from 18-carat gold, this exquisite nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Necklaces

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Diamond, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

AJD REAL Coin Pearls and REAL Coin Pearls 18" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
These beautiful real Coin Pearls are all approximately 18mm to 20mm wide They flash their beautiful natural colors in the light. This necklace is 18 inches long. The clasp is and ...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold Plate

Tiffany & Co. Victoria Mixed Diamond Cluster Drop Pendant 2.12ctw Diamonds 16"
Located in Fairfield, CT
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Mixed Diamond Cluster Drop Pendant 2.12ctw Diamonds 16" This exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace showcases a modern design with a delicate pendant crafted from m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Natural 10.76 Carat Oval Ruby Bezel Set by the Yard 14-Karat Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Natural 10.76 Carat Oval Ruby Bezel Set by the Yard 14-Karat Necklace This stunning 10.76-carat natural oval ruby diamonds by the yard necklace is set in a bezel design, featured in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Style Coiled Bib
Located in New York, NY
Extravagant Etruscan Style Coiled Bib from the 1960's in an antiqued bronze finish. Coiled articulated links form a striking bib necklace. USA 1960's. Longest neck measure, 16.5" by ...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K rose gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13.5mm wide Diamond: 14 round brilliant diamonds, carat total we...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

AJD Natural Colored Beautiful Pinky REAL Baroque Pearls 19" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Absolutely magnificent gorgeous natural real pinky and purpley Pearls. They are enhanced with tiny real little Amethyst gemstones. The clasp is an easy to use gold plated hook clas...
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2010s Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold 1980s Italian Hallmarked Snake-Link Chain, Knot Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Snake Necklace 9ct Gold Italian Stamped Crafted in Italy, this stunning 9ct gold snake link chain is a true testament to vintage craftsmanship from the 1980s. Each link is...
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Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Imperial Fabergé Medallion by Feodor Afanasiev
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present a rare and exquisite Imperial medallion, crafted in the form of a gilded silver egg adorned with fine enamel and natural pearls. This magnificent piece of j...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage Blue Topaz pendant, 14k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet and pretty vintage Blue Topaz pendant. This cute little pendant looks perfect hung from a fine link chain for understated elegance ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany Necklaces on 1stDibs

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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