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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Georgian
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Ribbed Omega Snake Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. 100% Genuine. Crafted from polished gold p...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960 Gripoix Sapphire Emerald Ruby Heart Crystals Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960 Gripoix Sapphire Emerald Ruby Heart Whole Shining Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely noticea...
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Adia 14K Yellow Gold Round-Cut Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant crafted from 14-karat yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of Emerald Round-Cut (6 pcs ) 1.86 carat and Round-cut White...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Sterling Marcasite Judith Jack Brooch Pyrite Rock Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a lovely Judith Jack, Sterling Silver and Marcasite brooch centerpiece necklace. This piece is stunning o...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Pyrite, Sterling Silver

NO RESERVE! 5.01 Carat Tanzanite Circle - 14 kt. Yellow Gold - Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Tanzanite Stone: Weight: 5.01 carat / 10 stones Color: Bluish Purple Shape: Round Brilliant Length: 45 cm necklace + 2 cm pendant Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, ...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco silver and rose gold watch fob pendant, Darts league
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic vintage Art Deco sterling silver and rose gold watch fob. It is a circular shaped fob with an applied repousse rose gold dartboard to ...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Swarovski Deco Style Gold Plate Black Enamel Pave Rhinestone Spiga Chain
Located in Sausalito, CA
Add a touch of glamour to your outfit with this vintage Swarovski choker necklace from the 1980s. The necklace features a black enamel and gold pavé rhinestone bar pendant on a gold ...
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1980s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Georgian Hand Knitted 67.7 inches KT 9 Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb antique Georgian period chain is 1830 circa Rare example of hand knitted work made by solid 9KT yellow gold threads, beautiful workmanship, very different from all others...
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1830s Italian Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1920 4.60 CTW Diamond Platinum Fancy Link Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of navette-shaped links with decorous vaulting edges Each centering a row of bead set single cut diamonds Weighing approximately 4.60 carats total - G color with VS2 clar...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Pave diamond lock round lock 925 sterling silver diamond clasp jewellery finding
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond lock round lock 925 sterling silver diamond clasp jewellery finding Material Sterling Silver Featured Refinements Lobster Clasp Stone weigh...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Draped Crystal Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Deco Draped Crystal Paste Necklace from the 1920's set in sterling. 16" x 2" drape in front. 1920's USA.
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art deco Akoya pearl necklace 18K gold diamond clasp
Located in Versailles, FR
Known as the “Queen of Gems”, pearls have been coveted for centuries. For sale a timeless single strand Akoya salt water pearl necklace, consisting of 121 rounded pearls, dated back...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ruby and Sapphire Studded Dolphin Pendant in 925 Silver for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Ruby and Sapphire Studded Dolphin Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby and sapphire where ruby enhances confidence, leadershi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Signed Monet Black Enamel & Pave Clear Rhinestone Necklace 1987 Ad Piece
Located in Easton, PA
Goldtone black enamel and pave rhinestone collar necklace with fold over clasp and extender. Marked "Monet." An identical necklace was featured in a 1987 advertisement. Excellent condition. Measures with extender: 6 3/4 inches long by 5 1/2 inches wide. Center; 7/8 inches. Interior circumference is about 16 inches. Early Monet jewelry...
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1980s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Five Strand Translucent Amethyst Necklace with Art Deco Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is an Amethyst necklace with Art Deco clasp. We created this five-strand necklace with faceted amethyst translucent stones and sterling silver components. It features a vintage 1 x 1 x 0.5 inch Art Deco style clear rhinestone box...
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

NO RESERVE! 0.44Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm necklace Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.44 tcw / 112 pieces Color: Light Pink - N. Fancy Pink Clarity: VS1 to SI3 Si...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Curata 14k Yellow Gold 18" Italian Blue Green Enamel Evil Eye Hamsa Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Metal Stamp: 14k Measurement: 18mm wide x 22mm long Country of Origin: Italy Chain: Solid 14k Cable Chain 18" Closure: Lobster Claw Weight: 2.1 grams Certificate of Authenticity Incl...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ring Holder Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Hertsliya, IL
Ring Holder Necklace. 14K solid Gold Pendant Necklace D E T A I L S : ♥ Gold: 14K solid gold. Yellow, White, and Rose gold. ♥ Chain length: 42c...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Pools of Light Rock Crystal Silver Gilt Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Fabulous Art Deco Pools of Light necklace in sterling silver. Necklace is in wonderful condition, and is 45 inches in length, with a clasp which makes it easy to wrap this t...
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1920s English Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Silver, Gilt Metal

Art Deco Inspired Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Inspired Diamond Platinum 14k White Gold Necklace. Featuring 12 tapered baguette, 4 trapezoid, and 3 emerald cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 1.90 carat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

3D Solid Cube Diamond Pendant in 18k Solid Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
The pendant is a diamond-shaped cube design crafted in gold, adorned with multiple small, sparkling diamonds, arranged in a grid pattern that fills the one face of the cube. This pie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Turquoise Tourmaline Chalcedony Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Citrine, Turquoise, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, Chalcedony, A...

Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2401N Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of a black diamond shaped beads and burgundy long teardrop vintage German glass beads and finished with a 18 inch gold filled chain. The beads are new old stock ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Art Deco Carnelian Marcasite Necklace Sterling Silver Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL ART DECO CARNELIAN MARCASITE NECKLACE OF THE FINEST QUALITY. THE NECKLACE IS SET WITH THREE OVAL AND SQUARE CUT GORGEOUS VIVID CARNELIAN STONES SET IN ST...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Marcasite, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Deco Filigree Platinum Diamond and Emerald Necklace and Ring Set
Located in San Fernando, CA
Absolutely Beautiful Set Art Deco Filigree Design Made in Platinum with diamonds through setting Necklace features a beautiful Chandelier like Pendant with pave diamonds and pear cut...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

French Plique a Jour Pendant Large Vintage Fine Art Deco Jewelry 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed French plique a jour pendant (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. A kaleidoscope of colors adorn the pendant in shades of red, blue, yellow and g...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Hand-Strung Sea Foam Ombre Lucite & Vintage Crystal Necklace
Located in Maywood, NJ
The start of plastic jewellery was seen in the middle of the 19th century and it became very popular in the 1920's and 30's. Celluloid was the first quality of plastics which was used, then followed Bakelite and Catalin. The invention of Bakelite took place in 1909. Sometime later Catalin was produced. Catalin was easy for mass production and at the same time affordable. Du Pont is the pioneer in the field of Lucite and made it popular in the 1930’s as an alternative to Bakelite which was an expensive grade of plastic. Because of its versatility it became a popular choice for costume jewellery and became even more popular in 1950s for its Jelly Belly Jewellery...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Base Metal

Vintage Landstroms 10K Black Hills Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, vintage Black Hills Gold pendant is 10k yellow, pink and green gold. It is a product of Landstroms. Measurements: 7/8 by 1 inc...
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1970s North American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold

3D Cube Diamond Pendant in 18k Solid Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
Presenting a masterfully crafted piece of artistry, features a captivating geometric pendant that exudes modern elegance. The luxurious pendant boasts a sleek gold finish, forming an...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Deco 1930's to 1950's Enameled Diamond Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Charm necklace started out life as a Charm bracelet I had this turned into a necklace keeping all the original elements of this bracelet. The charms are held by Diamon...
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1940s North American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace Solid 14k Gold Diamond Wedding.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace Solid 14k Gold Diamond Wedding. Pendant Shape Circle Occasion Wedding Fancy Diamond Color White Length (inches) 14 Inches Approx Metal Yellow Gold...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Christian Dior by John Galliano Amber Glass Bead Choker Necklace, c. 1998
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior 'Masai' Choker Necklace ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ c. 1998 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive ▪ Embellished with 7 strands of exquisite amber glass ...
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1990s French Art Deco Necklaces

1932 Art Deco Nordic Pendant Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.6gr
Located in SE
Pendant in 18K White Gold with the setting of Black onyx accented with Diamonds. There are ten Diamonds here, the largest in the center is brilliant cut Ø 2mm /0.03ct, color ca. F, ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade Multi-Strand Necklace with Leopard Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a jade multi-strand necklace with leopard clasp. It has a fancy CZ on silver leopard head fold over clasp that contrasts nicely with ten strands of silk knotted 4-5mm faceted...
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat from the 1990's. High quality manufacture with tassels and spheres trimmed in colorful crystals in amythest, crystal, emerald and ruby. 52" total. Tassels 4...
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1990s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Natural Zambian Emerald Pendant with natural Diamond
Located in New York, NY
This beautifully crafted Gin & Grace Natural Emerald necklace, showcases an oval-cut center Natural emerald surrounded by a halo of brilliant diamonds. The pendant hangs from an 18-i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers an Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder, onyx, Sterling, necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a one of a kind, handmade, Art Deco style vintage cigarette holder necklace. The combination of faceted black onyx, labradorite, ca...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Labradorite, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Pave Diamond Lobster Clasps Necklace 925 Silver Diamond Lock
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Lobster Clasps Necklace 925 Silver Diamond Lock Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Cut Excellent Metal Sterling Silver Main Stone Shape Round Pendant Shape ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

4.2 Carat Big Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
4.2 Carat Big Emerald Diamond Halo Pendant in 14K Gold studded with oval cut emerald and halo of diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine 7.73 Ct Emerald Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold, Grandma Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Genuine Emerald Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K Gold studded with oval cut emeralds and mix cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired 21.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Double Strand Riviere Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Inspired 21.85 Carat Diamond Platinum Double Strand Riviere Necklace. Featuring 166 round brilliant and ten tapered baguette cut diamonds with a total weight of 21.85 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Target Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A glamorous pair of Art Deco-inspired target pendant bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond in the center. The diamond weighs approx. 0.1 carat and its haloed by French cut rub...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage silver and Blue enamel fob pendant, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage sterling silver and enamel fob pendant. It is a circular shaped piece with an attractive vibrant blue enamelled design, the fob has a repousse shield to the ce...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage Logo Monogram Crystals Charm Trio Tassel Silver Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Logo Monogram Crystals Charm Trio Tassel Necklace, Silver Plated Very good condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% ...
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1990s German Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage German Glass Beads, Art 2207N Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of 2 mini emerald green oval shaped beads and finished with a 16 inch gold-filled chain. The beads are new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Floral Lavaliere Pendant - 10k Vintage Buttercup
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .03ctw Cut: Single Color: G - H Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Style: Lavaliere ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco silver and enamel watch fob pendant, Eisteddfod
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive vintage sterling silver and enamel fob pendant. It is fairly large made from sterling silver and features an enamelled flag the St George Cross...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Important 560 Carats Ruby Bead Multi-Strand Necklace 16 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Rubies = 560 Carats Metal: Mixed Necklace Length: 16 Inches
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Mixed Metal

Portuguese 1930 Porto Rare Textured Long Chain in Woven 19.2kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A Portuguese textured chain made in the city of Porto. Rare piece made in the city of Porto in Portugal during the art deco period, circa 1930's. This gorgeous elegant woven chain was crafted with impeccable details in solid yellow gold of 19.2 karats, with textured finish and fitted with an integrated crab lock. Weight: 36.8 grams (23.58 Dwt). Measures: Length of 30 inches (76.2 cm). Hallmarks: Stamped with Portuguese control marks; the cat's head with the 800 for the assay and the guaranty of the 19.2 kt...
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1930s Portuguese Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Early Art Deco 9.81 CTW Emerald Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a cross pendant with fanning terminals and centering an old European cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.53 carat total - M color with I2 clarity - bead set Bead set w...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

NO RESERVE! 0.50 Carat Diamond - 14 kt. White gold - Necklace with pendant
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.50 carat Color: Near Colorless (G - H) Clarity: SI1 - SI2 VAT and TAXES: Please be aw...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage limited edition Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent crystal collar
Located in New York, NY
Stunning vintage crystal collar made by Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent. Number 137 out of 500. Condition - very good. ........Additional information ........ - Photo mi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Simple Halo Diamond Sapphire Pendant Necklace 14k Solid White Gold, Sister Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Halo Diamond Sapphire Pendant Necklace with Chain in 14K Gold studded with octagon cut blue sapphire and round cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casua...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond & Pearl Platinum & Yellow Gold Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece. This stunning necklace came in as part of a...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style Red Coral White Diamond Onyx Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century Jade Sodalite Beads 18 Karat Rose Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made of falling jade jadeite beads interspersed with sodalite beads. The rectangular clasp is made of 18 karat rose gold with an eagle's head hallmark. It is ratcheted and set at the top with a cabochon-cut jade jadeite plate...
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20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece. This stunning necklace came in as part of a...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

NO RESERVE! 13.73 Ct Tanzanites & 0.10Ct Diamonds 14 kt. White gold Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Tanzanite Stone 1: Weight: 7.97 carat Color: Violetish Blue Shape: Oval Center Tanzanite Stone 2: Weight: 4.56 carat Color: Violetish Blue Shape: Oval Center Tanzanite Stone...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White 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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