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Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Van Cleef & Arpels
Creator: Roberto Coin
Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Edition Light Green Celadon Porcelain & Diamond Alhambra
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k white gold light green Celadon Sèvres porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2022 Holiday collection. The pendant features a...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k yellow gold.
Located in New York, NY
VCA Lapis Lazuli Vintage Alhambra Necklace in 18k yellow gold. The necklace features 20 lapis lazuli clover motifs. Equipped with lobster clasp. Inscr...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Carnelian Vintage Alhambra Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" pendant, featuring a carved red carnelian in a beaded 18k yellow gold frame. Suspended from a polished 18k yellow gold chain. Stamped "VCA" "Au7...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels "Magic " MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels MOP and Chalcedony 16 motif necklace in 18k white gold. The necklace features 5 gray Mother of Pearl clover motifs, 6 white Mother of Pearl clover motifs, and 5 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Georges L'enfant Taurus Zodiac Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Van Cleef & Arpels CIRCA: 1970s MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 6 grams MEASUREMENTS: 3/4" Diameter HALLMARKS: VCA, 18K A vintage (circa 1970s) 18k gold Taurus Zodiac ...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra necklace is an embodiment of timeless elegance and the hallmark craftsmanship that the Maison is renowned for.
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Roberto Coin 18 Karat White Gold Link Necklace with Diamond Lock Pendant
Located in Dallas, TX
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond Padlock Link Necklace from the Appassionata Collection is 18 inches in length and consist of ornately designed open links. Each link is approximat...
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1990s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond Choker Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in 18K white gold and worn on black satin straps; set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 14.50 carats, D-F color and VVS-VS clarity; necklac...
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2010s Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace This necklace has a woven motif with 96 round diamonds weighing approximately 6 carats all set in 18k yellow gold. Signed Van Cle...
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Late 20th Century French Artist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Van Cleef & Arpels Fleurette Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace is an embodiment of sophistication and timeless elegance, reflecting the brand's commitment to beauty and excell...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cheval 3 Row Diamond Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpels Cheval 3 Row Diamond Yellow Gold Necklace, Estimated 25 Cts Total Weight of Fine D-E Color and VVS clarity. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels NY 55xxx About Revealed in...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Turquoise Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2297 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2010 RRP £3150 Including taxes / $3,350 Excluding taxes / €3600 Including taxes Model ARB87000 Serial Number JB****** Metal 18k White Gold Ston...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Mother of Pearl & Chalcedony Alhambra Necklace 16 Motif
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Natural Mother of Pearl & Chalcedony 16 Different Sized Alhambra Motifs Metal: 18K White Gold Length: 24" Long Weight: 67.6 Grams Clasp: Box Catch with a Hidden Safety
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20th Century Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2326 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 RRP £2,720 Inc taxes / $2,900 Excl taxes / 3,200 € Inc taxes Model ARP4KK00 Serial Number JA****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Weight 5...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Invest in this opulent Van Cleef & Arpels 2023 Holiday pendant necklace from their iconic Vintage Alhambra collection. The 18k rose gold Alhambra pendant is set with a single diamond...
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2010s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Flowerlace Diamond White Gold Large Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Flowerlace Large Pendant Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 78 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color t...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Van Cleef 2022 Holiday Pendant VCA Porcelain Tiffany Blue Alahambra
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 2022 Holiday Pendant [Limited Edition] Pre-Loved excellent condition. Gently worn. Box, bag, pouch & authenticity paper all included. 100% authentic guarante...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

ROBERTO COIN APPASSIONATA 3 Row Woven Basket Necklace , Bracelet Earring Suite
Located in New York, NY
As the name suggests, the Appassionata collection, a true classic from Roberto Coin, is well-suited to “passionate” wearers. Constructed from ribbed, interlocking 18K yellow gold lin...
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Early 2000s European Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Cadenas Diamond Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stone: Diamonds Approx.5.00Ctw Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 36" Long Weight: 97 Grams Clasp: Box Catch with a Hidden Safety
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20th Century Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Diamond Paved Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2330 Comes With Box Only Date 2014 RRP £7,950 Inc taxes / $ 8,500 Excl taxes / 9,250 € Inc taxes Model ARA46100 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weig...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother-of-Pearl Magic Alhambra Long Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Magic Alhambra" long necklace, featuring eleven various-sized mother-of-pearl clover-shaped motifs in 18k yellow gold beaded frames, the stations on an 18k yellow...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Mother-of-Pearl Diamond Vintage Alhambra Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels "Vintage Alhambra" 2012 holiday pendant, featuring carved mother-of-pearl centering a bezel-set round brilliant-cut diamond in a beaded 18k yellow gold frame. Susp...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Flower Diamond Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2319 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2022 Model ARP6L400 Serial Number JD****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond / Pink Sapphire Weight 5.8 g Length 42 cm Condition Ex...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 10 Motif Gold Alhambra Blue Lapis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold 10 Motif Alhambra Lapis Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, this exquisite necklace features ten iconic Alhambra motifs adorned with lapis l...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pery et Fils Three Line Diamond Necklace, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Three Line Diamond Necklace made in 18k White Gold. Signed Van Cleef & Arpels, makers mark- Pery et Fils, Numbered. Circa 1955. There are appx. 276 round diamond...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Roberto Coin 18K Gold 18" Graduated Dual Finish Open Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 78.7 Grams Chain Type: Interlocking Dual Finish Open Oval Links Chain Length: 18 Inches Chain Width: Graduated from 15.3mm (0.60") (at the cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arples Sapphire and Pearl Necklace by André Vassort
Located in London, GB
Here we have an outstanding necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer, Van Cleef & Arples. This piece consists of 55 round shaped cultured pearls; all of which are p...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Butterfly Papillon White Gold Necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k white gold, this exquisite necklace features a captivating diamond butterfly papillon pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 2022 Holiday Pendant Necklace Green Celadon Porcelain & White
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels 2022 Holiday Pendant Necklace The highly sought after VCA 2022 holiday necklace in Green Celadon Porcelain and White Gold with a diamond in the centre Accompani...
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2010s Necklaces

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gemstone 18k Yellow Interchangeable Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous and versatile Van Cleef & Arpels necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features 3 interchangable circular enhancer pendants crafted in amber, malachite, and lapis ...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Yellow Gold

VCA malechite Alhambra 16 motif pendant
Located in London, GB
This iconic VCA Alhambra pendant consists of 16 motifs of varying sizes made of malechite. The necklace measures 130cm and can be worn in many wa...
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Early 2000s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bois D'Amourette Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra limited edition “Bois D’Amourette” necklace, designed with five textured 18k rose gold clover-shaped motifs alternating with five clover-shaped le...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché 2020 Limited Edition Alhambra Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2281 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2020 Model ARP6L800 Serial Number JA****** Stones Diamond Main Stone Weight 0.05ct approx Weight 8.1 g Width 15 mm Condition Excelle...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Long Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2288 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2017 RRP £ 6,600 Inc. taxes/$7,000 Excl taxes/7,650 € Inc taxes Model ARO3MG00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Malachite We...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Pure Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2280 Comes With Pouch Only Date 2015 Model ARD81200 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond Weight 7 g Length 42 mm Condition Excellent ____________________...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin 1.75ctw Vintage Open Heart Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Open Hart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold by Roberto Coin. This is a piece for every personality. This beautiful diamond open heart pendant by designer Roberto Coin features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White Gold Rada Chain Necklace 18"
Located in New York, NY
Brand Van Cleef Arpels Mint condition 18k White Gold Adjustable chain length: 16-18” Width: 1.1mm Weight: 3gr Comes with Van Cleef box Retail: $950
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian DIamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Invest in this opulent Van Cleef & Arpels 2023 Holiday pendant necklace from their iconic Vintage Alhambra collection. The 18k rose gold Alhambra pendant is set with a single diamond...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond Circle of Life Pendant 1.03cts #16976
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond Circle of Life Pendant This classic diamond circle pendant was created by Roberto Coin and is set in white gold Diamond is set with 34 diamonds ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef&Arpels Cadenas Diamonds Gold Long Necklace
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 23591001 ■Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels ■Product Name: Cadena Gold Long Necklace ■Product Code/Model Number: - ■Material: 9P Diamonds, 750 K18 YG (Yellow Gold) ■Weight: App...
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Late 20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Roberto Coin 18K White and Yellow Gold Diamond Choker Collar Necklace #16961
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin 18K Yellow and White Gold Diamond Choker Collar Necklace This classic Roberto Coin choker is set in 18K yellow and white gold Center of the necklace is set with 75 rou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

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

ROBERTO COIN Princess YG Satin Finish Collar Necklace with Fleur De Lis Diamonds
Located in San Diego, CA
ROBERTO COIN Princess Fleur de Lis Collection Slim Collar Necklace Style: Collar Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Size / Measurements: 15' inches / 4.75 mm TCW: ~ 1.03 tcw Main Diamond:...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This adorable rare and collectible Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold necklace features a 15.0mm x 21.0mm owl pendant set with Mother-of-Pearl and brilliant-cut round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond X Choker Necklace 16" with box #16955
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamond X Choker This gorgeous Roberto Coin classic diamond x choker is set in white gold 75 round brilliant diamonds sparkle on and between 8 x station...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 alhambra shape pink opal stone: 15mm. This necklace comes with Van Cleef & Arpels certificate of auth...
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Early 2000s French Necklaces

Materials

Opal, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed 2018 Gold Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Pendant
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k yellow gold mother of pearl and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2018 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pink Porcelain Vintage Alhambra Holiday Pendant VCAR05SY00
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k rose gold pink porcelain and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant, from the 2015 Holiday collection. The pendant features the iconic beaded edge ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Obsidian Diamond 18k Rose Gold 2023 Holiday
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Discover elegance in the Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra necklace, a timeless marvel from the 2023 Holiday Edition. Crafted with meticulous care, its 18k rose gold setting delica...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Van Cleef & Arpels’ Alhambra jewel was first created in 1968, and the Vintage Alhambra creations remain faithful to its timeless elegance. The clover motif, a potent symbol of luck, ...
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2010s French Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

VCA diamond necklace
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF NECKLACE. A magnificent example of elegance and sophistication from the renowned Paris Jewler Van Cleef and Arpels . This opera length necklace is intricately set with ap...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Turquosie Two Butterfly Diamond Pendant
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2229 Comes With Box Only Date Circa 2022 RRP £ 10,200 Inc taxes / $ 10,800 Excl taxes / 11,600 € Inc taxes Model VCARP7UP00 Serial Number JC******* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stone...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1976 Paris Pendant Perfume Bottle In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A perfume bottle pendant designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Very rare perfume bottle pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Van Cle...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin Appassionata 18k Rose Gold Woven Wide Collar Necklace Diamond Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.25ctw (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Rubies - 1 Marquise Cut , 2 Emeral...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Van Cleef & Arpels Sapphires and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship that captures the essence of timeless elegance. T...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin 15.90ctw Diamonds By The Inch Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Roberto Coin Diamonds By The Inch Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features approximately 15.90ctrw of bezel set brilliant round diamonds, G-H color, VS-SI clarity. Normal r...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.88 CTW
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Pendant in 18k White Gold 0.88 CTW PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 136301 Listing Title: Van Cleef & Arpels Two Butterfly Diamond Pendant in 18k White ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Van Cleef Alhambra 2015 Holiday Diamond Pink Sèvres Porcelain Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
Limited edition released in 2015 as the holiday pendant, rhodonite stone, made in 18k rose gold, VCA doesn't create this version anymore, truly a collective piece! SKU AT-2167 Comes...
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2010s French Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Estate Roberto Coin Cork Pendant Necklace in 18K 2 Tone Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Roberto Coin cork design pendant necklace with 1.25 ct. good quality, white, and bright diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k white and yellow gold. Length of chain is 19".
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 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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