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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Cartier
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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 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...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose 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

Cartier Paris Diamond Yellow Gold Platinum Detachable Brooches Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Diamond Brooch Trio Convertible Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum. An important necklace from Cartier dating from th...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

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...
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1990s French Contemporary 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 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...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White 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 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 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

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

Cartier Tapered, Baguette, Round Diamond Necklace, 38 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Circular, baguette and tapered baguette-cut diamonds, 18k gold, 16 inches, signed Cartier
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1980s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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 ...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 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 White Gold Diamond Panthere Tassel Pendant on a Cartier Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds is a stunning piece of jewelry. The F/G color an...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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

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

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...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx

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 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...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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...
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1970s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k 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...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Cartier Love Disc Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.03 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Love Disc Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.03 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 123310 Listing Title: Cartier Love Disc Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.03 CTW Condition Descri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White 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

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...
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1990s European Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White 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...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Yellow 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

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...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White 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 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 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 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 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...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Juste Un Clou 18K Rose Gold Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k Rose Gold And Diamond Juste un Clou Long Necklace by Cartier. With 111 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color total weight approx. 1.19ct Length: 35 inches. Width: 4mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

GIA certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl Necklace in Original Cartier Box
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a 56 round cut diamond set screw closure. This marv...
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1910s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

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...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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...
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1930s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k 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...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier, Paris Diamond Clip and Emerald Bead Necklace
Located in Riverdale, NY
Striking Cartier, Paris Diamond Clip and Emerald Bead Necklace from the 1950's. A pair of detachable leaf form clips are the stations to which the graduated emerald beads are strung. A lovely marquise shaped 1 carat Columbian emerald forms the clasp and is signed Cartier, Paris, Made in France with serial numbers. Both diamond leaf clips are also marked Cartier, Paris. Elegant timeless design care of Cartier Paris. Wonderful colorations. 1950's France. Length 15.5" x 1.5" drop. Largest emerald...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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...
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1960s Italian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k 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...
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

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...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Sapphire Diamond Clover Flower Brooch 14 Karat Gold Mid-Century Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare Cartier Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Clover Flower Clip Brooch. The stunning jewel is an Antique brooch by Cartier dating to ci...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Black Enamel Pendant Watch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This unique and wonderful Cartier Paris Pendant-Watch necklace was manufactured ca. 1920 with the dial movement and case signed Cartier. The original guilloche dial has enamel roman numerals and fine enamel minute bars on the perimeter. The watch crystal is held within a fine gold ring...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Cartier Art Deco Enamel, Diamond Set Gold Mechanical Pencil
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Art Deco enamel, diamond set gold mechanical pencil. An ultra rare Art Deco telescoping mechanical pencil from Cartier, featuring ros...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Art Deco Natural Cultured Pearls with Diamond and Yellow Gold
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Exclusive sea pearls necklace made of perfectly round shaped pearls. Top luster, perfect skin sold by Cartier this necklace is made out of 1.90k diamonds Fvvs1 and 18k yellow gold an...
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2010s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage Retro Cartier 14k Pink Green Gold Double Curb Link Bracelet Necklace Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and very well made vintage Cartier matching necklace and bracelet set is crafted from solid 14k green and rose gold. The substantial and heavy bracelet and necklace ...
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1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold with Box and Certificate
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This stunning Cartier necklace has three pearls and diamonds in a station design. This necklace contains its original box and certificate. Circa: 1990s Metal Type: 18 ...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Cartier Clover Diamond White Gold Pendant Silk Cord Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This fantastic Cartier pendant features a classic clover design crafted in 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut round D-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds and completed with a black silk cord...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Onyx Panther Panthere Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Pendant Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color total weight approximately 5ct 2 emer...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Onyx, Diamond, White Gold

Cartier "Meli Melo" 18k White Gold Necklace with Moonstone and Aquamarine
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier necklace for the Meli Melo collection, circa 1990s. 18k white gold and featuring an eye-catching pendant set with an array of natural multi-shaped precious stones. The link ...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

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 Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Pasha Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k yellow gold jewellery suite by Cartier from the Pasha collection. The suite comprises of a detachable pendant, a necklace and a bracelet all featuring the iconic squa...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Pasha Diamond Circle Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold 1.70 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Pasha Diamond Circle Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold 1.70 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 114403 Listing Title: Cartier Pasha Diamond Circle Pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Large C Heart White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Large C Heart Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 30 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Stunning CARTIER Solitaire Diamond and White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Switzerland, CH
Rare Cartier White Gold Diamond Necklace 18K white gold Cartier chain necklace with fixed pendant 1 solitaire diamond 0.7ct in princess cut Cartier CC logo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Gold

Cartier “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Diamond Emerald Beads Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Pendant Necklace Designed as a parrot set with brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighted with emerald eyes and moth...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k 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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