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Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Opal
Gemstone: Multi-gemstone
ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

A.Jeschel Fabulous Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Rare Peruvian Blue Opal Necklace. These stones can only be found in the Andes Mountains. Generally translucent, the color is described a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Opal, Sterling Silver

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.80ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.42ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 1.17ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant with V bale is sculpted in...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.70ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.90ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 1.15ct Opal Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped lustrous opal is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop opal pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold Opal and .22 CTW Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold opal and .22 CTW diamond pendant necklace. The diamonds on the bail are all round, the pendant measures 22 x 10 mm, has a length of 18 inches, and the necklace has a ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 30ct Cabochon Water Opal Necklace 15ct Yellow Gold 14.75” Circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A spectacular Victorian 15ct yellow gold and ‘Jelly’ or water cabochon opal necklace with approx 30ct of beautifully matched opals dating from circa 1880. Set in masterfully crafted coronet settings the largest opal measures 11.6mm x 13.8mm x 4.1mm, with a further fourteen opals of decreasing size to the smallest 5.6mm x 6.9mm x 3mm. The orange jelly opals have a truly magical play of colour with electric blues, purples and greens with the highly sought after red. A wondrous antique opal necklace...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 38ct Carat Solid Australian Precious Opal Diamond Pendant 14ct Gold
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Words cannot describe this stunning pendant. It features a massive, solid Australian Opal mined in Queensland. The Opal displays play of colours red, blue and green with red flashes from both the front and back of the stone. This is a 'shy' Opal though, so it needs light to display its full beauty. The Opal measures approx 4.5cm x 2.3cms and is set in 14ct Yellow Gold with a Natural Diamond at the base of the bale. The Diamond is very good quality and graded colour G and clarity SI2 by the appraiser. It weighs approximately .07ct. The bale is large so it can accommodate a very thick chain as depicted in the photos. Please note: the chain is NOT included in this sale and is for display purposes only. The pendant comes with an Australian Valuation Certificate with a Retail Replacement Value of A$13,490. You will not find another Solid Opal Pendant...
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2010s Australian Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s Australian Opal 14 Carat Gold Pendant & 18 Carat Chain
Located in Hamilton, AU
Expertly crafted in 14 carat yellow gold, The Titus Necklet is stunning with her luminous freeform solid Australian opal flashing blue, green, yellow and fiery orange and red. The sw...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant .75tdw, 11g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant .75tdw, 11g Ladies Australian opal and diamond pendant necklace. Stamped 14k and weighs ...
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20th Century Unknown Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Necklace & Earrings Set This jewelry ensemble boasts timeless elegance and meticulous craftsmanship. Fashi...
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Mid-20th Century Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tom Castor King Condor Bird Pendant Enhancer Diamond Sapphire Silver Vulture
Located in Lambertville , NJ
Unique. One of a Kind. Statement Piece. First Casting. One of a Kind Collection Piece of High Jewelry /Objet d'art. The ultimate extravagant gift for the Collector and Lover of Natu...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

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Yellow Sapphire, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone,...

Custom Australian Boulder Opal 18kt Pendant
Located in Bloomington, MN
Custom Australian Boulder Opal 18kt Pendant Introducing an exquisite piece of craftsmanship – a stunning Pendant, expertly fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold. It showcases a .02 ca...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

6.03 Carat Opal And Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Amazing necklace set with 10 mm pearls, the main stone is a 6.03 carat pear shaped opal and brilliant round diamonds total weight 0.25 carat
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2010s Asian Modern Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Opal Flower Pendant with Tsavorite
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Opal 4.20 carats approx. Tsavorite 0.10 carat approx. Limited edition Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspi...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Opal Doublet Pendant # 15407
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Doublet Pendant JAGi Certified- This elegant pendant features one oval black opal doublet (16.3 mm x 14.4 mm) set in classic 14K yellow gold. ...
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal and White Diamond Pendant Necklace in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 15.99 ct. free shape opal with 1.36 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in platinum. Length is 18".
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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White Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Australian 10.70ct Light Opal & 18K Gold Necklace
Located in MAIN BEACH, QLD
What a charm of light. Not only is this a stunning solid 18K gold pendant but the beautiful Light Opal is also a fossil. This opal is a belemnite, an ancient sea creature similar to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Solitaire Pendant Necklace 16 1/4" - 14k Oval Cabochon 1.55ct
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): 1.55ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Origin: Australia Total Carats: 1.55ct Style: Solitaire Chain Style: Diamond Cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Pendant - 14k Oval Cabochon 2.03ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Opal Carat(s): 1.90ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Origin: Australian Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .13ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Silver Necklace Galaxy Iridescent Natural Australian Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Scratched silver pendant with natural Boulder Opal gemstone origin - Australia gem size - 0.35 х 0.79 х 0.94 in / 9 х 20 х 24 mm gem weight - 33.5 carats pendant length - 1.42 in / ...
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2010s German Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

AJD 28 Inch Blue Peruvian Opal Nugget Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Unique blue Peruvian opal nugget necklace with hammered Sterling Silver toggle clasp. Each nugget is unique and colorful exhibiting blue, tan, gray, brown, and green, all in various ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Necklaces

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Opal, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

4.45Carat Opal Pendant in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Multi Gemstone.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Glamorous Gemstones - Sunita Nahata started off her career as a gemstone trader, and this particular collection reflects her love for multi-colored semi-precious gemstones. The piece...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces

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Tsavorite, Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Amethyst, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold...

Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Halo Necklace - 14k Oval Cabochon 1.09ctw Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Natural Ethiopian Opal Carat: 1.02ct Cut: Oval Cabochon Size: 8.8mm x 6.9mm Natural Diamonds Carats: .07ctw Cut: Single Color: G Clarity: VS1 Total Carats: 1.09ctw Style: Attached Halo Pendant Chain Style: Cable Closure Type: Lobster Claw Clasp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

24.08 Carat Australian Opal Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A very special piece featuring a super fine Australian opal weighing an impressive 24.08 carats. What makes the opal special, other than its large size, is it's fantastic play-of-col...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Platinum

13ctw Multicolor Sapphire and Emerald 18k Gold Dainty Link Necklace
Located in Sheridan, WY
Experience the exquisite blend of elegance and vibrant color with our dainty minimalist 13ctw Multicolor Sapphire and Emerald in solid 18kt gold. This exquisite necklace features a c...
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2010s African Contemporary Necklaces

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Emerald, Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green...

Fine Quality Marquise Shape Opal Pendant in 9ct Yellow Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Fine Quality Marquise Shape Opal Pendant on a 18” Gold Chain. 18'' 9ct Gold Trace Chain. Additional Information: Opal Weight: 1.50ct Tot...
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Mid-20th Century British Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Vintage Spider Web Pendant Opal 14k Yellow Gold Large Onyx Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage spider web pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). Cabochon cut opal measures 8mm x 6.5mm. The onyx me...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.355 Carat Turquoise Pendant in 18Karat Yellow Gold with Opal & White Diamond.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a one-of-a-kind collection of Turquoise Pendant, with a set of four in a traditional oval cut. This Pendant exemplify the style and elegance that modern women ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Alison Nagasue Butterfly Necklace in gold, diamonds, tourmaline, peridot, opal
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Uplifting combination of gemstone colors of Pink Tourmaline, Peridot, diamonds and Australian Opal. The Butterfly Necklace is in 14K white gold. Only using high quality gemstones, di...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, Opal, Peridot, 14k Gold, 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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