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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Buccellati
Cartier Three Row Maillon Panthere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with round-brilliant cut diamonds weighing 6.10 carats total featured on alternating maillon links. Size 16 1/2 inches. Signed and numbered by Carti...
Category

1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier, 18k Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Maillon Panthère' Necklace, 2000
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier 'MAILLON PANTHÈRE' necklace features 18K yellow gold and 1.20 carats of round brilliant diamond cut diamonds. 16 inches inner circumference. Gross weight: 49.25 dwt. St...
Category

Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Cartier Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Four Leaf Clover Clip Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier four leaf clover with heart-shaped leaves and ruby gemstones clip pendant brooch. A perfect sentiment of luck and love. Artistic design, excellent workmanship and multi-faceted use - this piece may be worn as a pendant or a brooch, perhaps even as a bracelet centerpiece when clipped to a gold chain link bracelet or a stylish wide velvet ribbon. It is quite striking when cliped to a simple gold band...
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Mid-20th Century French Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 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

Vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ Diamond Pendant and Chain 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ diamond pendant and chain 18 karat yellow gold, circa 2000. This elegant pendant is designed as a single roun...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

Panthère De Cartier Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Panthère de Cartier diamond necklace A timeless Maison icon, reinvented time and time again since her first sighting in 1914. Magnetic, feline and free, the Panthère de Cartier is a force to be reckoned with. This Panthère de Cartier necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Necklace 3 Rows 18K White Gold - Circa 1996
Located in Chicago, IL
This Cartier Maillon Panthere 3-row Diamond Necklace is 18 inches in length and weighs 56.20 DWT (approx. 87.4 grams). It contains 240 round diamonds weighing an approximate total of...
Category

1990s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Buccellati Sterling Sterling Silver Maschera Ligorica Mask Vintage Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a highly rendered face of a man with an exaggerated jolly expression. Wearing a fanning headdress with grooved sweeping hair and beard. With oxidized patina throughout. Completed by large jump...
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1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier C Heart Diamond Ladies Necklace 18K White Gold 0.09cttw
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k white gold Coeur C de diamond Heart necklace. This necklace is from the Heart and Symbols Cartier collection. A precious diamond heart pendant with approximately 0.09ctw...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Entrelaces Diamond Ladies Necklace 18K Rose Gold 0.28Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Entrelaces round diamond knot pendant necklace crafted in 18K rose gold. Total diamond weight: 0.28ct. Chain length: 16 inches. The necklace is in excellent preowned conditio...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Filidoro Necklace by Buccellati
Located in Zurich, CH
Attractive 18 karat yellow gold necklace from the Filidoro collection of the Italian brand Buccellati. The necklace is designed as fourteen openwork round motifs interspaced by deli...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Himalia Pearl Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 2.5 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Himalia Pearl Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 2.5 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 120882 Listing Title: Cartier Himalia Pearl Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 2.5 CTW Conditio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White 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 Tri Color Trinity Diamond Panthere Pendant Necklace 18K Gold 0.88cttw
Located in New York, NY
18k white, yellow and pink gold Cartier pendant necklace from the trinity collection. This statement piece features interlocking tricolor rings embellis...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier White Gold and Diamond 'Panthere' Tyrana' Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Round diamonds, 18k white gold (French mark), circa 1996, signed Cartier, numbered Cartier, 1996: Certificate of Authenticity Diamonds: 48 round with total weight of 1.12 carats Colo...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere with Tassels on a Signature Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds, F/G color, VVS-VS clarity; and the eyes are set wit...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier "Margot" Collection Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Created by Cartier in 1992, this 16 1/2 inch long necklace is a member of the "Margot" collection, and measures 1/2 of an inch wide. This choker length, link, necklace is casual in a...
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Two Tone Gold Necklace A two tone gold necklace with 17 white gold knots evenly spaced throughout Signed Cartier Length: 33" Metal Type: ...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Georges Lenfant for Cartier Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A rare and highly collectible, vintage, 18 karat yellow gold Aries zodiac pendant, by Cartier, c. 1970. Stamped Cartier Paris, 750, French assay marks, (partial) George Lenfant maker...
Category

1970s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Calin Collection Heart Diamond Tahitian South Sea Pearl Lariat Drop Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A display of the Elegance of the Maison Cartier. From the Calin Collection, presenting two highly polished pearls, with a drop of fine diamonds in an 18K yellow gold set & a diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Vintage Panthère De Cartier Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Cartier 'Panthère De Cartier' panther pendant necklace set in 18k white gold. The pendant depicts Cartier's most iconic motif, the panther, made of geometric openwork yellow gold and set with two pear cut tsavorite garnet eyes. The panther elegantly hangs from a Cartier 65...
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2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1970's Buccellati Rose Cut Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Multi-Strand Chain
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Multi-strand necklace is comprised of three swagged white gold chains featuring texturous round links. Intermittent with yellow gold stations bezel set with rose cut diamonds. Weighi...
Category

1970s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

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

21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Rigato 18k Gold Silver Flat Wide Link Chocker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This graceful Buccellati Wide flat link necklace is crafted in a combination of silver and 18-karat yellow gold, weighing 88.3 grams. composed of 1...
Category

1990s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Platinum and Diamond Clasp. Composed of three strands of pearls ap. 10.0 to 9.3 mm., completed by a c...
Category

Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Cartier Diamond Charm Necklace and Charm Bracelet Set in 18k White Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier diamond charm necklace and charm bracelet set in 18k white gold, accompanied by a Cartier pouch. This set features 5 removeable 18kwg ...
Category

Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Diamond Necklace 18K Rose Gold 0.22Cttw
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love diamond necklace, crafted in 18K rose gold. This stunning necklace is accentuated by 18 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 0.22 c...
Category

2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Trinity Round Link Multi-Color Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Multi Color Gold Round Link Trinity Choker Necklace by Cartier. Details: Length: 16'' Width: 21mm Weight: 131.4 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier...
Category

1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Cartier Panthere Pompom Tassel With Diamond, Tsavorite, Onyx Necklace in 18K WG
Located in Naples, FL
Cartier Panthere Pompom Tassel Necklace In 18K White Gold. This Cartier Necklace Has 2 Pear Shaped Tsavorites, 10 Cabochon Onyx, And ~.38 CTW Of Diamonds. The Pendant Is On A 14" Black Rope Necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold & Diamond Heart Pendant by Cartier
Located in London, GB
A contemporary gold and diamond heart pendant by Cartier. Crafted from 18k yellow gold this delicate heart is pavé set with approximately 1.25 carats of diamonds suspended from a sim...
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cartier Diamond White Gold 8 Station Long Love Link Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Love Link 8 Station Necklace by Cartier. With 144 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 2.00ct Inclu...
Category

1990s European Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Art Deco Jade, Coral, Onyx and Platinum Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 1920s Art Deco masterpiece by Cartier was inspired by the exotic gemstone combinations and design motifs of the Far East. Long sautoirs were all the rage and complimented the so...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Platinum

Cartier C De Cartier Hindu Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.6 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier C De Cartier Hindu Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.6 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 115236 Listing Title: Cartier C De Cartier Hindu Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.6 CTW ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Panthere de Cartier Panther Head Diamond Emerald Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Onyx Panthere de Cartier Panther Head Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Pendant Round brilliant cut diamond...
Category

Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Natural Stone Buddha Pendant Vintage circa 1970
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Natural Stone Buddha Pendant This is a highly unusual large Cartier natural stone buddha pendant. Dimensions: 3" (length) x 1.63" (width) Weight...
Category

1970s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Buccellati 'Les Amoureux' Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
An intricate vintage Buccellati ‘Les Amoureux’ diamond pendant necklace set in 18k white gold. From the now discontinued ‘Les Amoureux’ collection, the pendant is composed of a sequ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris Modern Lariat Necklace in 18Kt White Gold 1 Diamond Three Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Long lariat necklace designed by Cartier. A modern contemporary piece made in Paris France by the house of Cartier in 2001. This lariat necklace is part of the Calin collection and was crafted in 18 karats white gold. It is mounted with one round brilliant cut diamond of 0.10 carats, D/E color, VS-1 clarity. Embellished, with one round Akoya white pearl and two Tahitian gray and white pearls; respectively gradated from 7, 8.5 and 10.5 mm. Have a total weight of 21 grams and an adjustable lenght between 18.5 and 21 inches, Stamped, with French hallmarks and signed, "CARTIER 2001...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Delices de Goa Turquoise Amethyst Pendant 18k Gold COA Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Cartier 'Les Delices De Goa' turquoise & amethyst pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pendant is set with amethyst and turquoise in various sizes ranging fro...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha De Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Pasha De Cartier openwork circle pendant enhancer is crafted in 18k yellow gold, pave-set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamo...
Category

1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier Love Screws Station Long White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Love Screws Station 47" Long Chain Necklace by Cartier. This necklace was cleaned and inspected by Cartier and comes with service paper from Cartier store. Details: L...
Category

1990s French Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Buccellati 18K Yellow Gold Gemini Malachite Medallion Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati 18K Yellow Gold Gemini Malachite Medallion Pendant. Large 18k gold and malachite Gemini pendant on a long chain, both by Buccellati. Depicti...
Category

20th Century Modern Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Peridot Lacquer Yellow Gold Pendant Long Cord Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Peridot Lacquer Pendant on a Long Cord Necklace by Cartier. Part of Cartier's stunning Panthere collection. With 2 peridot stones in the eyes. This necklace...
Category

Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Yellow Gold

Buccellati Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Braided Rope Collar Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
The exceptional Quality of Buccellati is witnessed in this exquisite piece. Crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, with a rope with highly detailed braided accents. An exceptional 15.75...
Category

1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Solitaire Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18k White Gold & Platinum Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace. This pendant necklace has a center of 1.01 carat round brilliant center...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 123412 Listing Title: Cartier Meli Melo Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW Condition Descri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Ceramic, Black Lacquer, Panthere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Important Cartier 18k White Gold Tsavorite Garnet, Onyx, Black Lacquer, Ceramic Panther de Cartier Necklace. From the Panthère De Cartier Collection. This striking necklace is from the Panthère De Cartier Collection, it is a current model which can be view on Cartier website and in Cartier stores. Instantly recognizable Cartier, given that the Panther is possibly the most famous and admired designs of the Cartier collections. This necklace is extremely versatile, the Panther pendant is double sided and can be worn featuring the classic Cartier Panther motif in polished 18k white gold with black lacquer spots, onyx nose and tsavorite eyes with ceramic background or the pendant can be worn highlighting the classic Panther motif in metallic ceramic silhouette with contrasting polished white gold background. The Cartier 18k white gold chain is detachable, allowing the chain to be worn on it's own or wrapped around the wrist as a bracelet. As with all Cartier items of jewelry, this necklace is of superior craftsmanship, exquisitely made and is comfortable to wear. This stunning bold necklace is sure to attract attention whenever worn. The Maison's emblematic panther, first leaped into the world of Cartier jewelry in 1941. Louis Cartier was a pioneer in taming the legendary creature and his associate Jeane Toussaint went on to make magnificent use of the icon. The panther has since inspired a timeless and elegant collection of jewelry and timepieces that show the multiple facets of the animal that can be at times bold, regal or sensual. 18K white gold Panther necklace...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Coral & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Coral & Diamond Necklace Carved coral & round diamond link necklace Measurements: 16" long Signed Cartier Italy and numbered Metal Type: 18k...
Category

1960s Italian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Double Panthere Tassel Long Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Panthere de Cartier, this double head tri-chain tassel necklace is satisfyingly tactile. Each panther head features smooth black lacquer inlays...
Category

20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Double Heart Pendant Chain Yellow and White Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow And White Gold Double Heart Pendant Necklace by Cartier. Details: Pendant : 29mm x 14mm Chain: Length 19.5" Chain Width: 2.5m...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Diamond White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This elegant Cartier necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features an open heart-shaped enhancer pendant set with 48 brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an est...
Category

1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Double Twisted Chain Link Necklace Set in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Cartier chunky twisted necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of a number of infinity style polished twisted links and sits beautifully once on the ne...
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond by the Yard White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond By The Yard Choker Necklace by Cartier. With 12 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight 1.5ct...
Category

1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Pave Diamond and Black Ceramic Baby Love Double Ring Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This lovely and delicate Cartier Baby Love pendant necklace will stand the test of time. The timeless interlocking ring design symbolizes everlasting...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier C De Cartier Diamond White Gold Link Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold C De Cartier Double C Diamond Link Necklace by Cartier. With 99 round brilliant cut diamonds G color, VS1 clarity total weight approx. 2.75ct Details: Weight: 118.7 ...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold L'egers Diamants Spotlight Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier diamond jewelry is always beyond compare and especially when it comes to Cartier diamond necklaces. This model: L'egers Diamants Spot...
Category

20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
Intriguing charm/pendant: a figural nail. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER NEW YORK. Set with a faceted old-European diamond, approximately .50 carats. There are two hidden l...
Category

1930s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k 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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