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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Louis Vuitton
Creator: Bulgari
BVLGARI High Jewelry Serpenti Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite piece by BVLGARI, this exclusive style has stunned on the red carpet and is a must have for any collector. The coils of the serpent are set with 60.34 carats of D-F colo...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Pave Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Crafted from 18-karat white gold, this Bvlgari Serpenti necklace is a symbol of Bulgari's artistry and innovation. Featuring pavé-set diamonds , the head and tail of the serpent mimic the snake's scales and add elegant brilliance to the piece. A striking pavé set masterpiece weighing an impressive 75.45 carats, offers a spectrum of color ranging from E to G. In addition, the piece includes a pair of pear-shaped diamonds, weighing 0.80 carats exhibiting an exceptional purity of color, graded as D, and an immaculate clarity graded as VVS. More than just jewelry, this Bulgari Serpenti necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Divas Dream Rose Gold Black Onyx & Natural Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bvlgari Bulgari Divas Dream 18K Rose Gold Black Onyx & Natural Diamond Drop Necklace Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 4.89 grams Diamond: 0.03 CTW round natural diamond F VS Drop: 16 x 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Bvlgari Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, the Bvlgari Bvlgari necklace exudes timeless elegance. A brilliant diamond, nestled within the iconic double-logo pendant, sparkles with unmatche...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Bvlgari Roma 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Set
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This necklace set comes with a matching pair of earrings. The pieces, designed by Bvlgari, are made of 18k yellow gold, and the design is simple, elegant, and timeless. Includes: Or...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Libra Zodiac Mother of Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the timeless allure of the 1970s, the Vintage Bvlgari Libra Zodiac pendant embodies celestial elegance. Fashioned from lustrous 18k gold and adorned with exquisite mother ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Bvlgari Intarsio Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
BVLGARI 18k Rose Gold Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace, Authentic Bvlgari 'Intarsio' CIRCA 2010s Diamond and Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace crafted in 18k Rose Gold. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Louis Vuitton Diamond 18K White Gold Snowflake Charm Pendant
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Louis Vuitton Diamond 18K White Gold Snowflake Charm Pendant, an exquisite embodiment of luxury and sophistication. Crafted with precision and elegance, this pendant ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Mother-of-Pearl 18k Gold Spinning Yin Yang Optical Illusion Neck
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Bvlgari Mother-of-Pearl 18k Gold Spinning Yin Yang Optical Illusion Necklace. Featuring Mother-of-Pearl. Crafted in 18 karat yellow and steel signed Bvlgari with Italian hallmarks, weighing 53.61 grams. Original Bvlgari 18 karat yellow gold chain included. Circa 1990. The necklace is 20 inches in length. About this Item: Step into the captivating world of vintage elegance with this Vintage Bvlgari Mother-of-Pearl 18k Gold Spinning Yin Yang Optical Illusion Necklace. A true masterpiece of design, this necklace features a mesmerizing Yin Yang pendant...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Bulgari Bvlgari B.Zero1 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bulgari Bvlgari B.Zero1 18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Necklace Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 15.39 grams Length: 17.5 inches Drop 50mm Note: Box included (slight blue pen stain in ins...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Parentessi 18k/SS necklace
Located in Princeton, NJ
Bulgari Parentessi 18k yellow gold and stainless steel necklace featuring graduated links front to back with high polished finish and safety clasp. Signed Bulgari. Inner circumferenc...
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Early 2000s Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Malachite And Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2052 Brand Bvlgari Model Serpenti Date Circa 2021 Retail Price £5,600 Incl Taxes/€6,500 Incl Taxes / $5,900.00 Excl Taxes _____________________________________________...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari B.zero1 Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a luxurious 18ct white gold diamond necklace from Bvlgari. This piece is comprised of the iconic B.zero1 motif with three tassels hanging freely. Each tassel has a circu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 Design Legend Rose Gold White Ceramic Pendant Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Bvlgari Bulgari B.Zero1 Design Legend 18 Karat Rose Gold White Ceramic Pendant Necklace Metal: 18k rose gold Weight: 13.2 grams Chain: Approx. 18 inches (adjustable to 14.60-17.70 in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Monete 18 Kt. Yellow Gold Necklace Seven Coins
Located in Rome, IT
Collana realizzata a mano in Italia in oro giallo 18 kt. con monete romane firmata Bulgari. Questo spettacolare pezzo vintage firmato Bulgari appartiene alla collezione Monete. La co...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant
Located in Southampton, PA
Connect to your astrological identity with this Bvlgari Zodiac Sign Charm. Meant for the Piscean, this trinket features a stainless steel and 18K yellow gold disc with the Pisces symbol represented by two fish swimming in opposite directions. The Bvlgari double logo frames the Pisces symbol. This Bvlgari creation can be worn as a bracelet charm, bag charm, or pendant.This Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold, Steel, 18k Gold

BVLGARI Vintage gold, diamonds and sapphire cabochon necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
18Kt (750°/°°) yellow gold necklace featuring a gourmette chain and a pendant with a 2.55-carat (8.3 x 6.7 x 4.2 mm) royal-blue cabochon sapphire set in a gadrooned amphora. Open fro...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold and steel Capricorn Zodiac sign flip medallion pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold and steel Capricorn Zodiac sign flip medallion pendant. Crafted in 18 yellow gold, this pendant beautifully showcases the Capricorn zodiac sign. The pendan...
Category

1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Vintage Bvlgari Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Disc Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Bvlgari Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Disc Necklace. Featuring lapis lazuli, onyx, coral, and agate. Crafted in 18 karat yellow g...
Category

Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Fire Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Lucea Yellow Gold Long Chain Pearl Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
The Bulgari Bvlgari Lucea 18k Yellow Gold 34" 7mm Pearl Necklace showcases a sleek design with lustrous 7mm pearls. Crafted in exquisite 18k yellow...
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20th Century Italian Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Allegra Diamond & Gemstones 18k White Gold Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2250 RRP £9500 Incl Taxes/€11500 Incl Taxes / $12,000 Excl Taxes Model Bvlgari Allegra Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond, Citrine, Peridot Length 45 cm Condition Excellent O...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Monete 18ct Yellow Gold And Black Leather Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage Monete pendant by Bulgari, 1990s. This necklace has a single bronze ancient Roman coin set into a rounded 18ct yellow gold bezel setting. The ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Bvlgari Reversible 18K Gold Steel Onyx Mother of Pearl Tondo Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
CONDITION is Very good. Minimal wear to necklace is evident. Minimal wear to the pendant with light scratches to the metal on this used Bvlgari designer resale item. Details Black ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Steel

Bulgari Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl Pendant Gold & Steel Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k yellow gold and stainless steel Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl pendant necklace by Bulgari. With Mother Of Pearl Stone. The jewelry created by the Bvlgari - Italian fi...
Category

Early 2000s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Steel

Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace Brand- Bulgari Model- B.zero1 Necklace Product Type- Necklace Accompanied By- Bulgari Box Material(s)- 18ct White Gold Chain Length- 48cm P...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Bvlgari Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 2.20ct Diamond, Crystal, Emerald, Pearl Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Fancy some drama in your wardrobe? Bring the allure of the 80s through this vintage Bvlgari necklace. The necklace is composed of half-round bar links, in 18K yellow gold, leading to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Parentesi Cocktail Topaz Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Newton, MA
This timeless pendant from the Parentesi Cocktail Collection from BVLGARI is offered by Alex & Co. This 18K white gold classic piece delivers a modern attitude and features a strikin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Louis Vuitton LV & Me Crystals Letter H Gold Tone Neckalce
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Louis Vuitton LV & Me necklace is a luxurious fashion accessory. It features a gold-tone chain adorned with sparkling crystals and a pendant in the shape of the letter "H," showc...
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2010s Necklaces

Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Wrap Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Step into the world of extraordinary craftsmanship and opulence with the Bvlgari Serpenti Diamond Wrap Necklace, a masterpiece curated in the ...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Serpenti Viper Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2138 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £5,600 Incl Taxes/€6,500 Incl Taxes / $5,900.00 Excl Taxes Model Serpenti Serial Number M4**** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones D...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Louis Vuitton Diamond and Mother of Pearl 'Blossom Lariat' Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Louis Vuitton ‘Blossom Lariat’ Necklace set in 18k rose gold. From the current Blossom collection, the necklace celebrates the iconic monogram flowers of Louis V...
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2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

BVLGARI Allegra Diamond & Gemstones Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Allegra Diamond & Gemstones Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.3 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 135936 Listing Title: BVLGARI Allegra Diamond & Gemstones Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.3 CT...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

An 18 Carat Gold Bulgari Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold necklace set with brilliant cut diamonds (app. 11 carat, F-G, Vs) bezel set, signed: Bulgari. weight: 22.68 grams length: 38.3 x 0.5 cm width: 3 – 3.5 mm
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Early 2000s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

BVLGARI ITALY 18k Yellow Gold, Baguette Diamond & Cabochon Emerald Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold, 2.77 Carat Cabochon Emerald & 0.25 Point Baguette Cut Diamond Link Necklace Circa 1970s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collect...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari B.Zero1 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This necklace from Bvlgari B.Zero1 imparts elegance through its distinctive design. It speaks of impeccable style and ultimate luxury. Flaunt your discerning fashion taste by buying ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Louis Vuitton Lock It Key Padlock Diamonds 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Complete an outfit with this fine jewelry necklace from Louis Vuitton. Exquisite craftsmanship meets timeless design in this stunning piece, an embodiment of luxury and sophisticatio...
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2010s Italian Aesthetic Movement Necklaces

Bvlgari Bvlgari MOP Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold 18 Inches
Located in New York, NY
An elegant fusion of culture and modernity, this BVLGARI BVLGARI pendant necklace is crafted in lustrous 18K rose gold. It features a round pendant with Bvlgari logo engraving and ro...
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2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari B.Zero1 Spiral Ceramic Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold 16.5 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari’s creative vision infused with a touch of irreverence features a distinctive chain inspired by the iconic ring's silhouette. Crafted in lustrous 18K rose gold. This necklace ...
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2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari B.Zero1 Ceramic 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Define your neck with this 18k rose gold necklace from Bvlgari's B.Zero1 collection. It is a masterfully crafted creation that promises to hold its beauty and value for a long time.
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Diamond & Mother Of Pearl Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated and stylish, Bvlgari Serpenti Viper pendant necklace. This beautiful pendant coils sensually around the chain necklace and stands out the beauty of its enveloping curve...
Category

2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Viper Mother Of Pearl Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold 17.5 In
Located in New York, NY
Sophisticated and stylish, Bvlgari Serpenti Viper pendant necklace. This beautiful pendant coils sensually around the chain necklace and stands out the beauty of its enveloping curve...
Category

2010s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, 18k Gold

BULGARI Yellow Gold and Stainless Steel "Tondo" Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, stainless steel, leather and diamond necklace, Bulgari. The “Tondo” pendant fashioned as a gold sun pave set wit...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel

Bulgari Monete Constantinus Coin Black Lace Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Italy
Beautiful 18k yellow gold pendant necklace, crafted by Bulgari for Monete collection, one of the most popular and valuable collection of the famous brand present also in their museum...
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

BVLGARI Bvlgari Bvlgari Mother Of Pearl Sautoir Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI Bvlgari Bvlgari Mother Of Pearl Sautoir Necklace in 18k Rose Gold PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 136411 Listing Title: BVLGARI Bvlgari Bvlgari Mother Of Pearl Sautoir Necklace in 18k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Bvlgari Serpenti Viper 14.74 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
From the renowned Bvlgari of Italy, emerges a masterpiece from their Serpenti collection – an exquisite necklace meticulously crafted in 18-karat white gold. Prepare to envelop yours...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Bulgari 18ct White Gold B.Zero1 Necklace Brand- Bulgari Model- B.zero1 Necklace Product Type- Pendant Material(s)- 18ct White Gold Chain Length- 40.5cm Pendant Length- 1.5cm Pendan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Vintage Bulgari Wide Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Luminous vintage Bulgari necklace exceptionally crafted in solid 18 karat white gold. The necklace is sumptuous with lavish width of over half an inch (13mm) and substantial weight (...
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Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Chandra Porcelain Ruby Gold Pendant
Located in Napoli, Italy
A beautiful pendant on chain in 18 k yellow gold and white porcelain by Bulgari. from the very collectible “Chandra” collection, Made in Italy, circa 1990. Designed as a series of pa...
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Tondo Taurus Zodiac Sign Gold and Steel Pendant Cord Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and stainless steel Tondo Taurus pendant by Bvlgari, on a brown leather and 18k gold cord necklace. Necklace is 15"is 32mm in diameter . Ma...
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20th Century Italian Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Steel

Bulgari 1990's 18 Karat Gold Stainless Steel Passo Doppio Vintage Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised of grooved barrel links with signature Passo Doppio chevron motif. Links are one half white gold and one half yellow gold. With jum...
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari - Gold Bvlgari necklace with diamonds
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
A luxurious Bulgari gold necklace featuring the iconic "BVLGARI BVLGARI" design. This exquisite necklace, boasts a stunning array of 49 brilliant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Original 1985 Bulgari Burma Ruby Cabochon Diamond Yellow White Gold Pendant
Located in Valenza, IT
Extraordinary, One-of-a-kind, Original 1985, Bulgari Pendant: this extremely versatile, absolutely chic piece is a beautiful example of Bulgari's golden age craftsmanship and creati...
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1980s Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

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

Bulgari Roma "Gemme Nummarie" Monete Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This "Gemme Nummarie" necklace, made by Bulgari Rome in the 1970s, is composed of an ancient coin, 18K gold, ruby and diamond. The substantial slightly graduating curb link 18K gold ...
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Late 20th Century Italian Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari 18K Yellow Gold Long Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18 kt. gold, signed Bulgari, ap. 60.4 dwts. Length 31 5/8 inches.
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari Serpenti Diamond Snake Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bulgari Serpenti diamond snake necklace in 18k white gold, accompanied by Bulgari box. This striking Bulgari Serpenti piece features approximately 73.81 carats of round brilliant cu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bulgari Divas' Dream 18 Kt. Rose Gold Mother of Pearl Onyx Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
18 kt. rose gold necklace signed by Bulgari. This iconic design is featured by divas' dream links made with mother of pearl and onyx. With its feminine design, delicate gem arrangeme...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bulgari Monete Gold Necklace Ancient Roman Coin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Bulgari Monete 18k gold necklace, featuring an ancient Roman coin. The coin is depicting emperor Magnentius, AD 350-353. It's bezel set and attached to the curb link chain....
Category

1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Astrale Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Bvlgari Astrale Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Additional Information: Brand: Bvlgari Material: Yellow gold (18K) Condition: Good Condition details: The item has been used and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Yellow 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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