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Necklaces For Sale
Yves Saint Laurent Turquoise Bead Gilt Nautilus Shell Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent Turquoise Gilt Nautilus Shell Tassel Necklace for YSL Rive Gauche. Natural turquoise beads hand knotted onto a hammered gilt b...
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1980s French Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage 9ct Gold Ruby & Pearl Heart Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Heart Locket 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1980 Makers Mark C & F Beautiful, vintage heart shaped locket. Decorated with natural rubies & seed pearls. The insid...
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Late 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold

Dubini Wolf Ancient Hemidrachm Silver Coin Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
This unique DUBINI necklace showcases an authentic silver hemidrachm coin set in 18K yellow gold. COIN SPECIFICATIONS: - Diameter: Ø 16mm HISTORY: A majestic wolf is depicted on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Rope Chain Necklace 20" - 10k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Diamond Cut Rope Necklace Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Length: 20" Width: 5/32" (3.2mm) Weight: 16.1 G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

15ct Gold, Victorian Floral Decorated, Star Set Diamond Perfume Bottle Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Perfume Bottle Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Discover the exquisite charm of this Victorian mini perfume bottle pendant, crafted from 15ct yello...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Silver Multistrand Heart Necklace, 56.68g
Located in London, GB
This striking Tiffany & Co. necklace features a bold multi-chain design crafted from high-quality 925 sterling silver. With a total weight of 56.68 grams, this piece offers a luxurio...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Antique Micro Mosaic cross pendant, Grand Tour
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Micro Mosaic cross pendant. It is a large sized piece likely created for the tourist market when travel to Italy was very popu...
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces

Enamel Faberge Easter Egg Pendant Locket
Located in New York, NY
Enamel Faberge Easter egg pendant purse locket from the 1990's. Enamel in tones of brown copper with crystal and jet pastes. Can be worn crossbody a...
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1990s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Bvlgari Monete 18K Rose Gold Ancient Coin Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
An exquisite statement of history and luxury, the Bvlgari Monete Pendant Necklace is crafted in rich 18K rose gold, weighing a substantial 74.1 grams for a truly luxurious feel. Bvl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Sleek Braided Leather Alligator Head Choker Necklace
Located in University City, MO
Sleek braided leather alligator head choker necklace The unique choker necklace is designed with a pair of silver metal alligators heads adhered to a bl...
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1990s Unknown Artisan Necklaces

Birthstone September Blue Sapphire Ombre Necklace II -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Make an unforgettable impression with the Blue Sapphire Ombré Necklace, a radiant tribute to September's celestial birthstone. Featuring faceted sapphire rondelles that transition fr...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Graduated Coral Bead Necklace with 56 Natural Coral Beads
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A stunning vintage necklace composed of 56 hand-polished natural coral beads, beautifully graduated in size from approximately 5.5 mm to 13 mm in diameter. The beads display a rich, ...
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1960s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral

Dubini Athena Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Emerald 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
This exquisite necklace showcases an authentic AR tetradrachm coin of Athena, dating back to circa 454-404 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold, adorned with double-set emerald and sapphire c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

14K Gold 0.16 ct. tw. Jerusalem Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte-Finished Jerusalem Cross Pendant, Engraved with the "Jerusalem" Imprint on the Back, Centered with 0.16 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Cross, an...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Cylinder Yellow Gold jade pendant Cylinder 1' inch 14 Karat Gold Jade
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Jade Cylinder 14k Yellow Gold - solid gold Natural jade color treated (popular standard common). Approx weight 3.6 grams (without chain) Size: 27mm tall and 7mm thick (1'...
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2010s Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco c.1920 Crystal and Green Glass Vintage Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This elegant necklace was created in c.1920. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This necklace is constructed from silver tone metal and features square cut crystals. These...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Diamond 16mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Diamond 16mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, car...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Chinese Sterling Lapis Figural Enamel Necklace Circa 1930s
Located in University City, MO
Exquisite Chinese sterling Lapis figural enamel necklace c 1930s The fabulous Chinese sterling necklace merges two extraordinary designs into...
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1930s Chinese Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Angela Caputi Blue and White Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This elegant Angela Caputi, made-in-Italy resin choker necklace features chunky carved pebble beads with a central round domed bead with crystal rhinestones spacers and works on coba...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Olive Jade Necklace with Jade Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Olive Jade is the trade name for this stone, which is a serpentine. This gemstone is sure to delight, with colors varying from a deep olive green to a light avocado. The necklace is...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Necklaces

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Jade, Sterling Silver

Antique 1920s French Platinum Diamond Snowflake Pendant Necklace Star Y Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace Platinum French Stamped Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 1920s platinum necklace, a true testament to the elegance of the Art Deco era. ...
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Early 20th Century English Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Imperial Russian Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant, Workmaster Ivan Khlebnikov
Located in Chesterland, OH
This workmaster Ivan Khlebnikov gilt cloisonne enamel egg pendant is a unique piece that echoes the style craftsmanship of Medieval Russia...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

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Rhodolite, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 10 Carats Natural Sapphires - 9 Carats Natural Amethyst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold...

Vtg MONET gold crystal enamel link necklace designer runway
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with crystals and enamel • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 18" long CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal sig...
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20th Century Necklaces

Medium Rock Crystal and Diamond CORAL SHAPED Pendant with 14k Gold Custom Cap
Located in New York, NY
Rock Crystal and Diamond Coral Pendant  Rock Crystal, Diamonds, 14k Gold These are exquisitely carved coral shapes made from rock crystal. With three 2mm diamonds bezeled in 14k gold. To top it off, a custom 14k gold cap and ring bail.  Every pendant is hand carved and is one-of-a-kind. The pendant measures 1" in length, excluding the 14k gold ring bail, and 3/4” in width. The ring bail can accommodate a 5mm chain, cord or beaded necklace.  This pendant looks equally gorgeous on our leather and 14k gold cord necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

LB vintage Copper Deco Pendant Stunning Bakelite and Murano glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Large Vintage Copper Deco Pendant Stunning Necklace.This one of a kind, handmade, piece consists of a repousse copper tribal pendant that is beautifully en...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Copper

Turquoise Beaded Necklace with Turquoise Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sterling silver old style pendant by Navajo silversmith Leonard James. A pear-shaped turquoise stone in the center is surrounded by 17 smaller turquoise cabochons. The sterling silver pendant is 1 7/8” x 2 1/2” and signed “L James S/S.” Twenty two strands of small hand cut turquoise beads...
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Late 20th Century Native American Necklaces

LEGACY 100 Carat Fancy Yellow Radiant Diamond Necklace GIA
Located in Mumbai, IN
A legacy in motion. This 100-carat radiant cut diamond necklace captures the elegance of natural Fancy Light Yellow to Y–Z diamonds in a graduated rivière ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 5 Carat Pear Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Exceptional 5 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Pendant — GIA Certified A timeless symbol of elegance and rarity, this exquisite 5.00 carat Pear Cut Diamond dazzles with E color and Flawless c...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Van Cleef & Arpels "The Collection" Vintage Flower Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Van Cleef & Arpels "The Collection" Vintage Diamond Necklace A Rare Masterpiece of French High Jewelry Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and adorned with natural white diamonds, this extra...
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Early 1900s French Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst & Blue Ceramic Gold Chain Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace is a creation of rustic modern. Standing at the intersection of bold artistry and refined elegance, each piece invites admiring glances while grounding you in quiet con...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, Vermeil

LEGACY 180 Carat Fancy Yellow Cushion Diamond Tennis Necklace Natural Diamond
Located in Mumbai, IN
Introducing an extraordinary high-jewelry diamond ensemble — a 120-carat necklace paired with a 60-carat bracelet, composed of radiant cushion cut diamonds in a natural gradient from...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Droplet Bib Necklace from the 2001 Collection
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A stunning Vintage Chanel Fringe Logo Necklace from 2001. Crafted in gold plated metal. Featuring no less than fifteen long chain drops creating a fringe style bib effect and finishe...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

Ajd Peridot and Citrine Polished Chip Eternity Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
"Peridot and Citrine Polished Chip Eternity Necklace – A Vibrant Duo for Effortless Elegance" Brighten up your jewelry collection with this stunning Peridot and Citrine polished chip...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

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Citrine, Peridot, Mixed Metal

Christian Dior John Galliano Red Leather & Metal Choker Necklace c 2005
Located in University City, MO
Christian Dior John Galliano red leather & metal choker necklace c 2005 The avant-garde choker is designed with a curved metal rigid band at the center of the neck The curved metal ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

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Base Metal

Victorian Gold Griffin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Gold Griffin Pendant with diamond accent in mouth. The chain is a pinkish ornate link in 10k gold matched to this late 19th Century griffin brooch in 14K. The ornat...
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Early 1900s American Late Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Fleur de Lis .55TCW Diamond Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Gothic Style Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine Gothic style .55 TCW diamond, enamel 14K yellow gold cross with a Fleur de Lis bale. 20th Century Featuring eleven round brilliant cut diamonds I-J color, VS1 clarity on a black...
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20th Century Gothic Revival Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K White Gold Sapphire and Diamond Linear Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A graceful expression of refined luxury, this 14K White Gold necklace showcases a stunning linear drop pendant adorned with richly colored natural sapphires and sparkling diamonds — ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Rare Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar of crystal and faux ruby baguettes set into stepped design within articulated pave links. High Art Deco rhodium metal setting...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium

Vintage Angel Skin Coral Bead Necklace with 34 Natural Coral Beads
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A beautiful vintage necklace featuring 34 natural angel skin coral beads, gently graduated in size and hand-knotted on white thread. The coral displays a soft, delicate blush hue wit...
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1960s Vintage Necklaces

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Coral

One of a kind, handmade, vintage pendant and Venetian glass beads and crystal be
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind,handmade,vintage faux ‘jade’ pendant from the 60’s on a strand of Venetian glass,vermeil, turquoise,and vintage faceted glass is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.This mo...
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Mid-20th Century American Renaissance Revival Necklaces

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Turquoise, Crystal, Vermeil, Brass

Syna Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Bead Pendant
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sleeping beauty turquoise bead 12 carats approx. Chain sold separately Crafted from 18 karat sunny gol...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tri-Color 18k Gold Tubogas Necklace - '80s
Located in Milano, IT
Elegant 1980s choker crafted in 18k tri-color gold, with three interwoven Tubogas bands in rose, white, and yellow gold. Its sculptural design and bold clasp reflect the timeless spi...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Oval Key Pendant #22295
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Oval Key Pendant- Elegant and symbolic, this Tiffany & Co. key pendant is crafted in sterling silver with a refined oval-shaped bow. A beautiful emblem...
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20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Citrine Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Citrine 35 carats approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from lit...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold, Black Opal, Sapphire, & Diamond Carved Horse Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage gold, opal, sapphire, and diamond pendant. In 18 karat yellow gold. With a large ca. 44.00± ct carved cushion shape black opal carved with a horse's head in profile....
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20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold

Natural white topaz sterling silver rose gold plated choker necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This beautiful white topaz choker is a perfect jewel for any special occasion. It has been crafted by the fine artisans using sterling silver. Carefully selected white topaz have bee...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Topaz, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Love Token by Augis in 18kt Gold
Located in Stamford, CT
A love pendant by Augis is a combination of romance, history and love. It bridges love from the past to the future. French Augis Love Tokens are not l...
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1950s French Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari 88 Club 18K Gold Amethyst Peridot Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Bulgari CIRCA: 1990’s MATERIALS: 18K Yellow Gold GEMSTONE: Amethyst, Peridot WEIGHT: 32.8 Grams MEASUREMENTS: Chain - 16”, Pendant - 2" long HALLMARKS: BVLGARI, 750, Mad...
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1990s Italian Necklaces

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Amethyst, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage gold tone carved glass cameo necklace bracelet earrings set
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace bracelet earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Yellow Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 5 Yellow Diamond 16mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 4.30 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 5 ro...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique High Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Collar
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This stunning and unusual Victorian necklace collar was originally intended to be worn with a locket and is a so called collar. It comes with a detachable segment from which a locket...
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1870s European High Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Tribal style Amber Bakelite Vintage Carnelian beads Silver necklace on offer
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Tribal style vintage Bakelite and Amber beads Comprise this handmade, one of a kind necklace.A fabulous center bead of Indian amber with silver end caps is flanked by vintage Tibeta...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Necklaces

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Amber, Carnelian, Silver

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Fancy Citrine & Seed Pearl Oval Shaped Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Gold Circa 1870 *THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This exquisite 15ct gold Victorian locket is an elegant piece that beautifully captures the essence of its ...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

1892 Nordic Locket Pendant solid 18K Gold / 4.5gr
Located in SE
Old Swedish Pendant / Locket in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Fine hand-engraved ornaments on both sides. One internal removable bezel inside, no glass. All parts tested 18K Yellow Gold. ...
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1890s Swedish Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

14k yellow gold scarab pendant set with labradorite - 10.2 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold scarab pendant set with labradorite Detailed description: The pendant is 4.2 cm high, 2.2 cm wide, and 1.2 cm deep Total weight 10.2 grams set with - 1 x 2.9 cm ...
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2010s Dutch Egyptian Revival Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Trefle Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the classic Trefle collection is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a four-petal flower pendant set with brilliant-cut round diamo...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4cm /2 gr
Located in SE
Russian / Georgian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Gold. Delicate hand - engraved ornament. Hallmarked 56 zolotniks (14K) used betwee...
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Early 1900s Georgian Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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14k Gold

Tiger's Claw Wrapped Yellow Gold Serpent Snake Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Featuring a Gold Serpent Snake, Finely Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, wrapped around a Tiger's Claw Vintage Pendant. Measures approx. 3.5" long. More Beautiful in...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Birmingham 1906 Makers Mark H M- Henry Matthews, Vittoria Street, Birmingham Beautiful, Edwardian round locket. Hand engraved bo...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany 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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel 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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