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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Aria Jewelry Design
Creator: Marina J.
AJD 19 Inch Polished Nuggets of Pink and Blue Beryl Necklace March Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Necklace of glowing polished tumbled rondelles of Pink Morganite and Blue Aquamarine with focals of larger flat tablets of same. The polished tumbled rondelles (12-20mm in size) alternate in color and are enhanced with gold tone fluted spacers. A larger polished dark blue Aquamarine (25x21mm) graces the center of the necklace. Up each side of the necklace is a pink Morganite of approximately equal size. I love this all Beryl family necklace. Also, included in the beryl family are green emeralds, lighter green gems known as green beryls, yellow beryls or heliodors, champagne beryls, and clear or white beryls...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, Mixed Metal

AJD Glisteining Artistic Multi-color Moonstone & Hessonite Garnet 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful checkerboard gem cut shining Moonstones - creamy, light chocolate, and golden brown colors - happily enhanced with little natural real spar...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Garnet, Gold Plate

AJD 17 Inch Faceted Rondelles of Green Chrome Diopside Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sparkling green Chrome Diopside necklace for everyone who loves green! These 8-10 MM opaque gems sparkle and pop. Add the gold plate accent ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold Plate

Marina J. Woven Pearl Necklace with Vintage Silver Centerpiece and Black Spinnel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautifully hand crafted and woven White Pearl necklace features a Vintage Silver Brooch with Marcasite detailing within. Made with 2mm pear...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Pearl, Silver

AJD Pink Kunzite & Intensely Sparkling Real White Topaz Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful 7.6 carat Kunzite is 14.3 mm. x 11 mm and is enhanced by brilliant glittering natural gem cut White Topaz and sits 1 1/2 inches long from top of loop to bottom of Kunz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Kunzite, Topaz, Sterling Silver

AJD Gorgeous Big Sparkling Clear Natural 35.5 Ct Hiddenite White Gold Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Brilliantly glittering clear (no eye visible inclusions) natural rare 35.5 Carat Hiddenite set in this lovely white gold pendant has a clasp that opens and closes easily so you can h...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Other, White Gold

AJD 37 Inch Brilliant Brazilian Gemstone Chip Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sparkling Highly Polished Brazilian Gemstone Chip Necklace. This 37 inch necklace is fabulous for everyday wear as well as evenings out! Brigh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Tourmaline, Vermeil, Gold

Marina J. Multi Colored Pearl Necklace with 14k White Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Some like it simple! Inspired by 1950s debutantes, This beautiful multi colored Pearl necklace features slightly graduated high luster Pearls displayin...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

AJD 22 Inch Silvery Coin Pearls and Black Opal Necklace June Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
'Because you deserve to own beautiful Pearls' Stunning iridescent silver Coin Pearls and flashing Black Opal faceted rondelles complement each other in this lovely 22 inch necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Black Opal, Mixed Metal

Marina J Rainbow Unisex Necklace of Multicolored Semiprecious beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Rainbow necklace represents a style acknowledging a diversity celebrating people of all shapes and colors, perfect to show Pride solidarity . Adorned with beautiful multi faceted and multi shaped Coral, Amber, Citrine, Green Onyx, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli and Amethyst! This necklace features high shine Rhodium...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Amber, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Silver,...

Marina J. Pearl Necklace with Vintage 14k Yellow Gold and Emerald Center-Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This handwoven white pearl necklace with emerald and 14 k yellow gold floral centerpiece is beautiful and practical as the centerpiece acts as a front-facing clasp. The centerpiece i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Rose Quartz & Amethyst Necklace with Gold-Plated Toggle Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped Rose Quartz, Amethyst and 14k Gold Plated Silver Vermeil findings. Due to their translucent nature, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold Plate, Silver

AJD Stylish Blue RARE Peruvian Opal & Moonstone Double Strand 21" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Shaded from dark blue to white-ish these rare beautiful newly discovered Peruvian Opal gemstones are enhanced with glowing gems of natural Moonstone set with a sterling silver clasp....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, Silver

AJD Irridescent 17mm Coin Pearls, Real Malachite &Real Black Spinel 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Glowing elegant multi color (almost fiery) unique 17mm Coin Pearls enhanced with natural green Malachite and REAL NATURAL Spinel handmade necklace 17 inches long set with a sterling ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Malachite, Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Jade and Onyx Drop Earrings with 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These earrings are made with jade circular beads and are enclosed in black onyx rings. There is a hint of shine from two tiny white gold beads. They measure about 2 inches long, whic...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Jade, Onyx, White Gold

AJD Impressive Huge Red Coral, Real Blue Magnesite & Azurite 18" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Central gorgeous highly polished natural blue Azurite (23.4 mm) enhanced by beautiful natural red Bamboo Coral and polished chunks of blue Magnesite in this unique 18 inch long neckl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Coral

AJD 36 Inch Long and Lovely Silvery Pearls and Black Onyx Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
36 Inches of Elegant necklace for you to wear as you please. These iridescent silvery Chinese Freshwater Pearls are from the second harvest and truly lovely. They iridesce a gorgeous...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Marina J Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Grey Pearl & Aquamarine Infinity Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Aquamarine, Amazenite and Freshwater irregular shaped Grey Pearls wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Quartz, Silver

AJD Unique Natural RARE Peruvian Blue Opal & Apatite Silvery Clasp Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Naturally gently polished newly discovered exquisite blue real Peruvian Opals enhanced with brilliant blue natural Apatite polished chips. It measures 19.5 inches long. Magnificent...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Apatite

AJD Magnificent Natural Aquamarines &Blue Green Spiderweb Jasper 17 1/2"Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous elegant exquisite unique glistening blue chunks of natural real Aquamarines from the famous mine in Brazil enhanced with glowing greenishblue slightly translucent Spiderweb ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Jasper, Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

AJD Green and Brown Graduated Rondels of Peruvian Opal Necklace with Silver
Located in Raleigh, NC
28.5 Inch Graduated Rondels of Highly Polished Peruvian Opal Necklace. These gorgeous beads are enhanced with sparkling faceted Smoky Quartz. The Peruvian Opal is graduated from 11m...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

AJD Elegant Beautiful Red Bamboo Coral, Turquoise, & Spinel Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful natural red Bamboo Coral accented with Blue/green natural Turquoise rondels and enhanced with sparkling gem cut black Spinel set in an elegant necklace with a sterling silv...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Spinel, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

AJD Huge Dramatic Natural Turquoise and Real Bamboo Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This natural highly polished Chinese Turquoise is enhanced with polished round and polished chunks of natural red Bamboo Coral in this beautiful 18 inch l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Mixed Metal

Marina J Pearl Necklace with Baroque Pearl Centerpiece & 14k Gold Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Simple yet gorgeous Graduated Pearl Necklace, hand made by Marina J. This all Pearl necklace features high luster white Pearls that display a beautiful iridescent sheen ranging from 1.5mm - 7mm. Measuring 16.5 inches long, this necklace meets at a 14K Yellow Gold spring clasp...
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2010s American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Rose Quartz, Amethyst and Silver Rhodium-Plated Beaded Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made with multi shaped and faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine and Rhodium plated Silver findings all strung toge...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Rhodium, Silver

AJD Glowing Natural REAL 20" Amethyst & Black Onyx Faceted Discs Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Lovely contrast between these polished Amethyst rocks - approximately 12 mm - and the Black Onyx enhanced by sparkling glowing Czech purplypink beads. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Amethyst, Onyx, Mixed Metal

AJD Fascinating Splendid Sparkling Real Peridot & Jasper Triple Strand Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Artistically polished unique natural Jasper swings elegantly with chips of Peridot in this three strand 16 inch long necklace with gold plated easy to use hook clasp. The Jasper is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Peridot, Gold Plate

AJD Updated Look Blue Agate and Green Amazonite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
New take on the classic beaded look. Wear this 26 inch necklace with your entire wardrobe. The Crystal tubes space lovely green Amazonite and gorgeous blue dyed Agate. These Cryst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Agate, Amazonite, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

AJD Elegant Blue Sapphire and Gold Choker Necklace Great Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
Striking 16.5 Inch Blue Sapphire Rondelles and gold filled striated disc choker necklace. This unique choker necklace is finished with a diamond studded...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Mixed Metal, Gold, Vermeil

AJD Super Chic Double Strand Peruvian Opals and Rose Quartz Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Handmade Double strand of beautiful highly polished rare natural Peruvian Opals graciously enhanced with two colors of unique pink Quartz necklace. Size: Opals approximately 16 mm;...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Vermeil

AJD Unusual Classic Large 29 Cts Morganite Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique handmade Brilliant rare huge 29 carat natural Morganite (20 mm x 16 mm) set in a sterling silver pendant. This hangs approximately 1.7 inches long. Spectacular optical effect...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Morganite, Sterling Silver

AJD RARE BEAUTIFUL 18 Ct. Brilliant Pink Tourmaline & Sparkling Spinel Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
This beautiful pendant is a huge sparkling natural pink round gemcut 18.7 Carat 16 mm translucent clear Tourmaline enhanced with little glittering NAT...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, White Gold

AJD Glowing 17" Long Large Real Natural Cultured 18mm Pearls Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Brightly glowing brilliant goldy ocean cultured pearls ( averaging 18mm round approximately ) set in a 17 inch long necklace with gold plated clasp. Click through the pictures of thi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate

AJD Peach Morganite and Purple Shimmering Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Pendant of oval Morganite with checkerboard table sparkles and pops with all the typical beryl inclusions swinging from a round glowing Amethyst. This hinged Sterling Silver bail wo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Amethyst, Morganite, Sterling Silver

AJD 17 Inch Summertime Unique and Fascinating Kunzite and Tanzanite Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Handmade, unique necklace of glowing Kunzite nuggets and highly polished Tanzanite chips. The pinky-mauve Kunzite plays off the purpley-blue Tanzanite to create a harmoniously elegan...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Kunzite, Tanzanite, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine & Pearl Necklace with 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beatufiul stone necklace by Marina J. This piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts, Rose Quartz, Pink Aquamarine and Freshwater Black Pears ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold

AJD ELEGANT Dramatic Unique Gold Plated Rondels & Black Onyx Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique Black Onyx and gold plated Rondels in this elegant formal 19.5 inch long necklace with a gold plated easy to use clasp. The largest Onyx is 18 mm and the largest gold plated ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Onyx, Gold Plate

AJD Elegantly Dramatic Red Coral & Black Onyx Double Strand 17" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Double strand of highly polished glowing natural black Onyx (18 mm) enhanced with rondels of natural red Bamboo Coral set in this double strand necklace with gold tone easy to use ho...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Coral, Opal, Onyx, Mixed Metal

AJD Elegant 16 Inch Choker Necklace of Smoky Quartz and Golden Vermeil Nuggets
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sparkling, unique choker of Smoky Quartz and Golden Vermeil Nuggets. These glittering Smoky Quartz range from golden to darker brown. This elegant 16 inc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Vermeil

Marina J. Amethyst, Rose Quartz & Grey Pearl Necklace with Rhodium Silver Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts and Rose Quartz all adorned by 14k White Gold plated Silver Vermeil findings & Fr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Rhodium, Silver

AJD BoHo Chic 16.5" Bamboo Coral, Smoky Quartz and Turquoise Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Polished thick coin slices of fascinating natural Bamboo Coral (approximately 20 mm round) delightfully enhanced with gem cut sparkling rondels of Smoky Quartz and natural Blue Turq...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Coral, Quartz, Turquoise, Silver

AJD Glowing Kunzite and Aventurine Necklace for Summer Fun
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique necklace of highly polished Kunzite nuggets, 10 x 10 MM, in its best pinky-mauve shade combined with glorious green, green Aventurine rondelles, 5 MM. Accents of 22K over copper daisies and a 14K heavy gold plate hook and eye clasp. This 17 inch one of a kind Summer time necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Kunzite, Other, Aventurine, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Marina J Woven Turquoise beads Sautoir with Pearls and tassel & 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This unique lace-like woven turquoise necklace with pearls and 14k yellow gold is perfect to enhance any outfit with the vivid and bold colors. Elegant and comfortable, this piece was handwoven by Marina J, creating a style that sits comfortably and lightly on the body. The necklace measures 35 inches in length and it is highlighted with a 14 k yellow gold, hammered ring, and seed pearl and turquoise...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Very Elegant Inspired Bamboo Coral, Turquoise, & Spinel Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Beautiful natural polished red Bamboo Coral accented with Blue/green natural Turquoise rondels and enhanced with sparkling gem cut natural black Spinel set in an elegant necklace wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Coral, Spinel, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

AJD Elegant Real Natural Morganites, Beryls & Aquamarines 21.5" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous glowing Aquamarine, Green Beryl, and Morganite set with a hammered gold plated sterling silver (vermeil) hook clasp. This measures 21.5 inches long and goes happily from da...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Morganite, Gold Plate, Vermeil

Marina J Woven Pearl Sautoir with 14K Yellow Gold, Diamond Cup & Pearl Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This dazzling woven pearl sautoir has an intricate rope like design with 2mm and 6mm pearls. A classic and timeless piece has a variety of wearable options at 48.5 inches long, inclu...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Very Rare Very Original Artistic Real Red Bamboo Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous polished chunks of natural red Bamboo Coral enhanced with polished natural red coral and sparkling real natural little black Spinels gemstones set in an 18 inch long necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Coral, Spinel, Mixed Metal

AJD Purple Amethyst with Gold Accents Necklace February Birthstone
Located in Raleigh, NC
Deep purple Amethyst necklace of 16 mm spheres alternating with sparkling faceted 8 mm rondelles of Amethyst and etched gold tone spacers. The entire presentations shouts Amethyst, t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, Mixed Metal

AJD Artistic Chic Extra-Large Red Bamboo Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Polished little "wings" of red Bamboo Coral enhance these beautiful large polished chunks of red Bamboo Coarl with little goldy accents. Size: largest Coral approximately 28 mm x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Coral, Other

AJD Huge Gorgeous 25 Cts Fiery RARE Morganite Sterling Silver Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Brilliant rare 29 carat natural Morganite (20 mm x 16 mm) set in a sterling silver handmade pendant. This hangs approximately 1.7 inches long. Spectacular optical effect in the Mor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Sterling Silver

Marina J. Jade, Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, Aventurine and Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amazing stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped Jade, Aquamarine, Lapis, Aventurine and magnificent Freshwater Grey Pearls which display a wonderful iridescent sheen. Small Lapis beads and Faceted Aquamarine adorn this piece, further complimenting the Pearl's luster! The translucent nature of the stones allow them to radiate wonderful hues or green when hit with light! Measuring 22 inches long, this necklace meets at a solid Rhodium...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

Marina J. Woven Pink Pearl "V" Necklace with 14k White Gold-Plated Sliding Clasp
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This woven pink pearl "V" shaped necklace with 14k white gold plated silver sliding clasp woven into a lace-like design. Each shimmering pink round pearl was handpicked by Marina J. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold, Silver

AJD Elegant 18 Inch Baroque Pearl and Smoky Quartz Necklace Great Gift!!
Located in Raleigh, NC
Necklace of iridescent white Pearls mixed with various sizes of Smoky Quartz. These Pearls are freeform and 18-22 mm in size. There are three large puffy Smoky Quartz nuggets, four s...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Pearl, Quartz, Vermeil

AJD Chic Dramatic Peruvian NATURAL Pink Opal & Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Double strand of highly polished glamorous RARE natural pink Peruvian Opals enhanced with coppery colored cultured Pearls set with a hook clasp - so easy to take on and off - in this...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Silver

Marina J Woven Pearl & Turquoise Bead Long Sautoir with Pearl and Gold Tassels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-functional and timeless, this Sautoir is designed to fit any occasion. The ribbon is made by tightly weaving 6mm pearls with 3mm Turquoise beads into a symmetrical weave, resul...
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2010s American Artist Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Fascinating Chic Intense Amethysts & Rose of France Amethyst Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Cubes of translucent Rose of France Amethysts (approximately 12 mm x 12 mm) are enhanced with glittring checkerboard gem cut Amethyst rondels. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold Plate

AJD Super Chic Double Strand of Red Bamboo Coral & Black Onyx Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Splendid double strand of graduated unique Red Bamboo Coral. It is enhanced with natural flat black polished Onyx and goldy tone accents in this handmade necklace. It's almost chok...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Mixed Metal

AJD Unique Glowing Natural Blue Kyanite Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Raleigh, NC
The hammered Sterling Silver clasp enhances this magnificent highly polished glowing unique natural blue Kyanite - graduated gemstones from 18 mm to 22 mm round - accented with tiny ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Shop Antique, New and Vintage 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.

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. 

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