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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Cartier
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Boucheron Rock Crystal Necklace 18 karat yellow gold
Located in New York, NY
Timeless elegance! Classic Rock Crystal necklace made by Boucheron Paris. Twisted corrugated Rock Crystal beads are complemented with 18 karat yellow gold beads, Stamped "BOUCHERON ...
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Late 20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Heart Clover Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Clover Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 6 Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity E color total weight approx. .06ct Details: Weight: 9.2 grams Clover...
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1970s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1895 Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The use of precious materials, coupled with heritage artisanship, makes this necklace a creation worth cherishing. It sits gracefully on any neck.
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Limited Edition Joker Playing Card Cartier Charm
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Limited Edition Joker Playing Card Cartier Charm is a unique piece of jewelry, blending the world of luxury with a touch of whimsy. Crafted by Cartier, renowned for its exquisite...
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20th Century French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kutchinsky for Cartier 1970s Gold Commemorative Moon Landing Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A 1970s gold circular pendant in the form of a textured medallion commemorating the moon landing, the hammered surface rendered to resemble lunar craters, in 18k. Cartier, London; wi...
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1970s English Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Guilloche Amulette De Cartier Necklace
Located in London, GB
A gorgeous 18k rose gold diamond necklace by Cartier from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The necklace features a circular talisman displaying ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp+ Original Receipt
Located in New York, NY
Cartier South Sea Cultured Pearl Necklace with original receipt and in original box , 11.3 to15.7MM original receipt , Purchased from The Cartier B...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Cartier Double Heart Diamond Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Two hearts one nesting in the other. Diamonds adorn half of each heart to make one full heart. 16" 2mm cable chain is equipped with a safety chain. From the Skibell Estate Collecti...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Pearl & Diamond Himalia Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k white gold pearl and diamond necklace by Cartier from the Himalia collection. The pendant alternates between a diamond set circular motif and a pearl. The first pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Diamond
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant signed by the house of Cartier in yellow gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). model created on the occasion of the 25 years of the company Schell. 1 round brilliant diamond of a...
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20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

65 Limited Edition Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold New York Apple Charm
Located in Tokyo, JP
Brand:Cartier Name:new york apple charm Material:1P diamond, 750 K18 YG yellow gold Weight:9.2g(Approx) Size:W16.57mm×H30mm /W0.65in×H1.18in(Approx) Com...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tectonique Diamond Tennis White Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Tectonique Tennis Necklace by Cartier. With 85 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1clarity, E color total weight approximately 13.6ct Details: Length: 17" Width...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Rose Quartz & Diamond Inde Mystérieuse Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in London, GB
A rare 18k white gold Cartier perfume bottle pendant from the Inde Mystérieuse collection. The body of the pendant features rose quartz with carved lea...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Cartier Gemini Large Zodiac Astrological Pendant Charm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Cartier Gemini Zodiac Astrological Pendant Charm c.1970s Fully Hallmarked and Numbered for Cartier London 30 grams 54...
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1970s English Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Trinity 18k Multi Color Gold Circular Link Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This Iconic Cartier Trinity 18k Multi Color Gold Circular Link choker Necklace In One of the most famous designs and it is made in yellow gold with a touch of white and pink gold Cir...
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1990s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Cartier 1970s 18 Karat Gold Ankh Pendant
Located in Cincinnati, OH
70s Ankh Pendant by Cartier. The 1 3/4" x 1" ( with bale) 18k yellow gold pendant in the shape of an Ankh. A Groovy vintage pendant by Cartier. Looks gre...
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18kt Gold Link Cartier London Necklace Bracelet Brilliant Cut Diamonds Estate
Located in Antwerp, BE
Must have for all occasions! Magnificent Cartier London necklace and bracelet in BI-color gold with diamonds. There are a few ways of enjoying this cartier necklace and bracelet: As a gorgeous 42 cm short necklace + 21 cm bracelet. There is also the option of connecting the necklace and bracelet together so it becomes a long 63 cm necklace. Diamonds: brilliant cut diamonds: D/E Loupe Clean/VVS Diamonds necklace...
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20th Century Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Pendant of the House of Cartier. 3 gold 750 thousandths (18 carats). Vintage trinity model of 1995. Length: 1.75 cm. Width: 1.65 cm. Total weight: 7.68 g. Signed and numbered. Eagle ...
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20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold and Diamond ‘Maillon Panthère’ Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Gold ‘Maillon Panthère’ Necklace, Cartier. This dramatic Cartier collar necklace is all glamour, with diamond and white gold lin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Malachite & Diamond Amulette De Cartier Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold malachite and diamond necklace from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The large pendant comprises of a circular talisman set with malachite, complemented ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Trinity 18k White, Yellow and Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Delicate and dramatic all at once, this Cartier Trinity necklace is undeniably eye-catching. A sleek 18K Yellow Gold chain measuring 14” encircles the nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Love Screws 18k White Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Collectable Vintage From Early 2000, this is a Cartier Love Screws Station Long White Gold Chain Necklace. This is the perfect compliment to all t...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Cartier Germany Heavy Rope Lariat Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Cartier Germany 18k Yellow Gold Heavy Rope Chain Necklace The chain is 45.5 inches long. The total weight of the necklace is 266 grams. Please view our photos and videos for more d...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 11.00 Carats Diamond Platinum Diamond by the Yard Long Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A Classic Look from the House of Cartier. A trending "diamond by the yard" chain necklace is crafted in solid platinum. It weighs 17.7 grams, measures 36” long, width 4 mm & 3 mm. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier AGL Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace, circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
The hexagon is a symbolic shape that still carries a great deal of tradition and cultural heft. Six is the number of creation and perfection, symbolizing divine power, majesty, wisdo...
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Late 20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7424210
Located in London, GB
A striking 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The necklace features an open work panther head motif adorned with tsavorite eyes and an onyx nose. The panther motif measures 28.5mm in length, 26mm in width and 15mm in depth. The pendant is suspended from a 24-inch chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Delices De Goa Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cartier's Les Delices de Goa collection was released in 2003 and quickly became a classic. The Cartier Delices De Goa Turquoise Amethyst Diamond Pendant Necklace is a part of this co...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Retro Jade Diamond Flower Brooch 14 Karat Gold Antique Midcentury
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare antique Cartier Jade and Diamond Flower Brooch Pin in 14 Karat Gold. The stunning jewel is an Antique brooch by Cartier dating to the Mid-Century Modern period. Cartier and Jade have been a special pairing since the Art Deco period. The creation of jewels with vivid green Jade with sparkling white Diamonds has been a hallmark of antique Cartier jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Double C De Cartier Diamond Logo Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold 0.10cttw
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Double C de Cartier diamond logo pendant necklace is crafted in fine 18k rose gold. It features 37 pave set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.10 carat in total. C...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond Ace of Hearts Card White Gold Limited Edition Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This authentic rare Cartier pendant is crafted in 18k white gold and features a red enamel heart in the center surrounded with about 80 pave brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Vintage 1990s Collar Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous authentic vintage Cartier collar necklace features 4 rows of geometric links crafted in 18k yellow gold. Made in France circa 1990s. Measu...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold features a round brilliant cut diamond D-F in color, VS in clarity weighing approx. 0.20 carats. The necklace is in 18k white gold and comes on a 14" cable Hermes link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1928 Boucheron Diamonds Fine Pearls Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace consisting of 4 rows of round pearls white orient, in fall. Two platinum spacers with openwork floral designs are set with rose-cut and antique brilliant-cut diamonds, all in millegrain setting. The clasp, ratchet with safety "8", is in 18 karat white gold, eagle head hallmark and also adorned with 2x7 rose-cut diamonds. Presented in an antique case marked Boucheron inside and embossed on the top "Liliane 20-27 May 1928". Diameter of the pearls : from 2/2,5 mm to 2,5/3 mm approximately. Fine pearls certified by the French laboratory of gemology. Width of the patterns : 15,5 mm approximately, height : 12,5 mm approximately, thickness : 2,3 mm approximately. Length : from 33 cm approximately to 36,5 cm approximately. Necklace recommended for a neck measuring about 33 cm in circumference. Authentic antique jewel - French work circa 1928. Our opinion : This type of antique...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Vintage 1940's Cartier Yellow and Rose 14K Gold Bars Pyramid Pendant Clip Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier gold bars pyramid pendant clip brooch composed of eight interconnected gold bars of rose and yellow gold. May be worn as a pe...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Pearl Trinity De Cartier Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold pearl necklace by Cartier from the Trinity de Cartier collection. The necklace is composed of 5 stations of three tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Amulette Diamond Ruby White Gold Large Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Ruby Large Amulette Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 70 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1clarity, E color total weight approximately 1.40ct 2 rubies total wei...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Cartier Agrafe Full Diamond Link White Gold Necklace Certificate
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Agrafe Necklace by Cartier. With Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 7.10ct This necklace come with certificate of au...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamond Cartier Panthère Brick Link 18 Karat Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond Cartier Panthère brick link 18 karat yellow gold collar necklace. The necklace comprises of a triple row of Cartier's classic flat solid brick style links in 18 k...
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Early 2000s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Cartier Love 18 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 0.22 Carat Double Ring Necklace
Located in Milano, MI
Designer: Cartier Collection: Love Style: pendant necklace Metal: Rose gold, 18 round brilliant cut diamonds 0.22 Carat. Daughter of the New York of the 70s, the LOVE collection remains today an iconic symbol of love that transgresses conventions. length: approx. 43 cm Cartier double ring necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier White Black Caresse D'orchidees Flower Diamond Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Caresse d'Orchidees par Cartier Diamond & Onyx Pendant Necklace Style: Pendant Ref. number: SO2*** Metal: 18kt White Gold Size / Measurements: Pendant 1.0 X 0.5 Inches C...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love 18k Yellow Gold Stations Chain Necklace w/Cert
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A classic sophisticated and authentic long necklace by Cartier from the Love Collection. It is crafted from 18k yellow gold with a fine polished finish. The necklace has 30 small ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Link Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Link Chain Necklace by Cartier. Necklace Details: Length: 15 3/4" Width: 11mm Weight: 123.8 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier 1970 London Easter Egg Box Sautoir Necklace in 18kt Gold & Black Silk
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace sautoir designed by Cartier. A very rare, exceptional and inedit convertible necklace pendant, created by the jewelry house of Cartier in London and New York, for the easte...
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1970s English Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Fox Trot Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Fox Trot Diamond Necklace by Cartier from the 1980's. With 75 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 2...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Necklace White Gold, 54 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 0.34 Carats
Located in Milano, MI
Cartier "Love" diamond necklace, in 18k white gold. Pendant has 54 round brilliant cut diamonds, total: 0.34 carats, estimate: E-F color, VVS clarity. Comes ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Hematite Bead Diamond Chalcedony Long Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hematite Bead Chalcedony Leaf Design Stones Necklace by Cartier. With 1 strand of Hematite beads Each approx 9mm in size 10 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 ...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Hematite, Yellow Gold

Cartier Penelope Diamond Double C Three Row Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Penelope Double C Diamond Three Row Necklace by Cartier. With 16 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately .70ct This stunning ne...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with a Black Cord
Located in New York, NY
A modern Cartier necklace featuring a gold pendant shaped as a panther head with 6 long tassels on an original black cord with a gold sliding c...
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Late 20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Double C Diamond Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Cartier Double C "Penelope" Three-Row Diamonds Choker almost unworn 18K Yellow Gold and Diamonds Weight 152 grams With original box from Cartier
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love 18k White Gold, Necklace Features 6 Diamonds 0.15 Carat
Located in Milano, MI
Love Cartier 6 diamond used necklace made of 18k white gold. The Cartier necklace features 6 diamonds on one side and the word "LOVE" on the other. The ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Draperie De Decollete 18K Yellow Gold of 34 Rows of Beads Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Draperie De Decollete 18K Yellow Gold Necklace of 34 Rows of Beads. Just in time for the holidays this exclusive and rare Cartier Draperie De Decollete multi-strand diamond drops necklace. Purchase this staple of a jewel before it's gone! Fabolous necklace: it’s easy to picture a 1930s flapper in her silk dress with ropes and ropes of gold beads around and this necklace on her neck. We love this necklace for a spaghetti strap silk slipdress as well as on a more structured column gown. Holidays are approaching and one can never go wrong with the gift of jewelry. There is something for everyone in our comprehensive closet. Although the best gifts are often not material things, jewelry can certainly be a close second. If your special someone hasn’t dropped hints or slipped a wishlist your way, we have a few great gift ideas of a few of our favorite pieces and this item is certainly one of them. Make your beloved’s holiday season shine a little brighter with one of our signed jewels; start with this gorgeous Draperie Necklace by Cartier. Size: Shortest chains 15 inches...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Horn of Plenty Heart Pendant
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Horn of Plenty Heart Pendant - Set on a 14K yellow gold heart measuring 1.25 by 1.5 inches sits a Horn of Plenty with d...
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20th Century French Necklaces

Cartier Collier Nouvelle Vague Diamond, Hematite, Amethyst, Opal, Quartz Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Breathtaking bands of color make this Cartier Collier Nouvelle Vague necklace uniquely elegant. This opulent accessory features an 18K Rose Gold chain ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Hematite, Opal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Boucheron Paris Iconic Jaipur Pendant Brooch 18Kt Yellow Gold with VVS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant-brooch designed by Boucheron. One of the most iconic model from the Jaipur collection, made in Paris, France by the jewelry house of Boucheron. This piece was crafted in sol...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond Three Tiered Ring Pave Set Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An impressive diamond pendant by Cartier. Suspending three tiered rings, pavé-set with a total of 315 diamonds, enhanced by an X motif at top and suspended from a snake link chain....
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

C de Cartier in Signature Setting Diamond Studs and Solitaire Necklace Set.
Located in New York, NY
C de Cartier in signature setting diamond studs and solitaire necklace set. The studs are set with 0.51ct round brilliant cut diamond, color E, clarity VVS2, with GIA certificate xxxxxxxxxxx, and 0.50ct round brilliant cut diamond, color E, clarity VVS2, GIA Inscribed...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER "Diamants Légers de Cartier" White Gold Diamond Necklace .Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier long chain necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features tassel pendant bezel-set with 30 D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 bril...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Hypnose Diamond White Gold Chain and Silk Cord Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold And Black Silk Cord Diamond Hypnose Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Round brilliant cut diamonds G color, VVS1 clarity to...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

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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