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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Native American
Rope Triple Tone Silver Wired Choker Necklace in Sterling Silver Gift for Mother
Located in New York, NY
The Rope Triple Tone Silver Wired Choker Necklace in sterling silver is a striking and sophisticated accessory designed to stand out. It features three captivating colors: rose gold,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace, American, circa 1920
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. diamond necklace. Set with a drop shape old cut diamond in an open back rubover setting with an approximate weight of 1.10 carats, further set with a marquise shape old...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Beaded Sautoirs, French
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Beaded Sautoirs, French old stock, unworn. Different colorations available with red tassel, black tassel or in purple/crystal colorations. 1920...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Natural Deep Blue Sapphire Long Pendant Necklace for Mom in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Natural Deep Blue Sapphire Long Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with round, square cut blue sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Emerald Jesus Cross Pendant 925 Sterling Silver, Unisex Gifts
Located in New York, NY
Natural Emerald Jesus Cross Pendant in sterling silver studded with baguette, square cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. E...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage Sapphire Emerald Ruby Octagon Ribbed Omega Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Sapphire Emerald Ruby Blue Navy Green Red Octagon Rectangle Crystals Omega adjustable Ribbed Omega Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent con...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Clasp
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Dating back to the second or third decade of the 20th century, this sleek and sophisticated Art Deco diamond clasp was designed and meticulously...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique European Suanpan Abacus Pendant solid 14K Gold / 4.9 gr
Located in SE
Nice 14K Yellow Suanpan Abacus Gold pendant featuring 63 delicate freely moving Golden beads on 18 rods. Measures 27 mm ( excluding the bail) x 15 mm wide x 3 mm deep. Slightly conve...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Solitaire Moissanite Round Cut Gold Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold for Women
Located in New York, NY
Solitaire Moissanite Round Cut Gold Pendant in 14k solid yellow gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ray Tracey Knifewing Native American Inlaid 14k Gold & Enamel Bear Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A wonderful Native American figural bear pendant for a necklace. By Ray Tracey Knifewing - a collaboration between two renowned Native American jewelry makers Ray Tracey (Navajo) an...
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20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Circle Round Beads Pearls Elegant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex White Circle Round Beads Pearls Elegant Necklace, Silver Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Materia...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

1.80 CTW Deep Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Mothers Day Present in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
1.80 CTW Deep Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with round cut blue sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Translucent Yellow And Red Vintage German Glass Beads, Art Deco 2415N Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consists of translucent yellow and red vintage German glass beads and is finished with an 18-inch gold-filled chain. The beads are new old stock vintage German glass be...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

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

3ps Vintage Baltic Amber 60cm long necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
3ps Vintage Baltic Amber 60cm long necklace. This time a nice set, contains 3 necklaces. They are old, but I don't know how old. A strong assumption that these would be from the 50-...
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Mid-20th Century European Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amber

Solid Oval Cut Handmade Garnet Pave Set Silver Pendant Necklace for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Solid Oval Cut Handmade Garnet Pave Set Silver Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with round, oval cut garnet. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual loo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique German ON / NO Pendant Locket solid 18K Gold / 5.6 gr
Located in SE
Antique German Pendant / Locket made of solid 18K Yellow Gold with hand-engraved monogram ON or NO hand-engraved on the frontal side. Tightly closing halves with two internal removab...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Red Ruby - 15 Carats Natural Multi Color Sapphires blue, yel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

14K Yellow Gold Fancy Cut Amethyst Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This is really a beautiful pendant. The amethyst stone is cut so beautifully and placed in the setting in a rhombus position. The amethyst measures 6.7 x 6.7 mm. The back of the p...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Austrian Empire Necklace Garnets Seed Pearls Gilt Silver / 47cm/35gr
Located in SE
Renaissance Revival styled Austrian – Hungarian Gilt Silver Necklace hand made on the territories of the former Austrian Hungarian Empire, ca. 1900 -1920s. Hallmarked 830S and Swedis...
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1910s Austrian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Silver

Classic Natural Amethyst 12.45 ct Cluster Pendant in 925 Solid Silver For Mom
Located in New York, NY
Classic 12.45 ct Natural Amethyst Cluster Pendant in sterling silver studded with round cut amethyst. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 10k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Vivid Green Zambia Emerald Pendant in 18K Gold with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
Indulge in the sheer beauty of this stunning natural, vivid green emerald pendant ethically sourced from Zambia. Expertly hand-crafted and designed by us, this one-of-a-kind pendant ...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Egyptian Revival Colombian Emerald Scarab Charm / Pendant - AGL Minor Treatment
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Egyptian revival jewelry became wildly popular during the Art Deco period after King Tut’s tomb was discovered in 1922. This one of a kind A...
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1920s Colombian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

925 Sterling Silver Genuine Ruby Studded Heart Pendant Gift for Mom Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This Genuine Ruby Studded Heart Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby which enhances confidence, leadership qualities and attract c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

14k Two-Tone 2.65 Carat Gold Citrine and Diamond Swirl Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
I love the design of this necklace. It is made of 14k Yellow Gold and 14k White Gold. It has a fancy cut oval golden citrine centerstone which measures 10.5 x 8 mm and is 2.65 cts....
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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

5.06 ctw Natural Amethyst Pendant Necklace For Mom Silver February Birthstone
Located in New York, NY
5.06 ctw Natural Amethyst Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with round cut amethyst. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Amet...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Jade Pearl Necklace with Jade Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing a classic necklace of exquisite natural freshwater pearls and premium quality natural green nephrite. The length of the necklace is 30 inches (76 cm). The size of the sm...
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Late 20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Native American Turquoise Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage 1970s Navajo squash blossom necklace featuring blue-green turquoise stones combine with intricate sterling silverwork. The naja of the piece features eight turquoise stones i...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

1.3Ct Heart shaped Burmese Unheated Sapphire Pendant
Located in Singapore, SG
Feature : Main Gemstone - Sapphire (Burma , Unheated) Total Carat Weight (1pc) - 1.3Ct (approx) Measurement of sapphire -7x6.8mm Cut - Heart Shaped Clarity - VS Color- Blue Tr...
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 1930's emerald green rhinestone silver rhinestone floral necklace
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This truly mesmerising 1930's rhinestone embellished necklace, constructed on a silver toned link chain, which boasts small carved filigree details, is the perfect touch of sparkle t...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Mixed Metal

French 18K solid yellow gold Virgin Mary charm - Floral 1930's pendant - Vintage
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning religious charm. This lovely charm depicts a well detailled Virgin Mary in front of an halo and stained glass. On the bottom of the charm we see roses, rose...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver 9.9 Ct Amethyst Gemstone Halo Floral Pendant Necklace for Her
Located in New York, NY
9.9 Carats Amethyst Gemstone Halo Pendant Necklace for Her in sterling silver studded with marquise, round cut amethyst. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Navajo Sterling Turquoise concha pendant Peking glass necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Large Sterling Silver and Turquoise Concha Style Vintage pendant necklace. This piece is large and dramatic and calls attention to itself. The green vintage Chinese Peking glass beads...
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

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

Stunning Citrine Gemstone Wedding Pendant for Women in Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Citrine Gemstone Wedding Pendant in sterling silver studded with round, cushion cut citrine. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver

Amethyst Birthstone Cluster Pendant for Mother's Day Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst Birthstone Cluster Pendant in sterling silver studded with round cut amethyst gemstone. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Am...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k Yellow Gold Moissanite Stone Solitaire Pendant Jewelry Gift for Mom Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Moissanite Stone Solitaire Pendant in 18k solid yellow gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling, luxuriou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18k gold and platinum Albert chain, watch chain, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique Art Deco era 18ct yellow gold and platinum Albert chain. As perfect piece, this is very high quantity and well made a truly f...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Natural Mint Green Tsavorite Necklace set in 18K White Gold with Moissanites
Located in Kowloon, HK
This exquisite Tsavorite pendant is an authentic one-of-a-kind statement piece. Crafted from radiant mint green Tsavorite, the pendant is artfully accented with a delicate cluster of...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Tsavorite, White Gold

Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals from the 1920's. Faceted lead crystal sparkles brightly in this riviere style. This probably had an emerald...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass

Burmese Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamonds Halo Pendant in 18k solid gold
Located in Singapore, SG
Burmese Unheated Ruby and Natural Diamonds Halo Pendant in 18k solid gold Weight of Ruby (1pc)- 1.16Ct Measurement of center stone (Length and Width)-6.9x5.5mm Width and Length of...
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Freshwater White Pearl Necklace Length 102"
Located in Chesterland, OH
This is a white natural freshwater pearl necklace that is very long at approximately 102″ from end to end – long, beautiful, and elegan...
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Couture Fruit HandPainted WoodCherries RedGreenCharms ChainLink Vintage Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage cherry-fruit charm necklace featuring red hand-painted wood is constructed of silver chain links and its clasp extension-chain is decorated with a single red bead. The green leaves that trim the berry beads are a surprising two-tone plastic, indicating that they were also handcrafted. Notably, the fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli is famous for including custom plastic elements in her mostly unsigned jewelry that accompanied her couture collections in the late 1930s. Please see TheMet online archive to view Schiaparelli's most well-known couture necklace structured from plastic supporting metal insects...
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20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

NO RESERVE! 10.51ct Pink Sapphire - 14K White Gold - Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This exquisite bracelet showcases 162 pink sapphire stones, totaling 10.51 carats, meticulously set in 14 kt white gold. Certified by GWLab, this piece radiates with vibrant color, a...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Exceptional German Art Deco Tutti Frutti Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional German Art Deco Tutti Frutti Paste Necklace from the 1920's set in sterling silver. Molded glass "fruits" are created to replicate th...
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1920s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Natural Lapis Lazuli Beads Necklace 14 K White Gold Diamonds Spacers And Clasp
Located in Bangkok, TH
Natural Color Afghanistan Lapis Lazuli Round Beads Necklace strung with 14k White Gold and Diamonds spacers for a total of more than ...
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2010s Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Solitaire Necklace 18K White Gold C de Cartier Boxed RRP £4400
Located in London, GB
Cartier C de Cartier Natural Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold Excellent Condition Stone is GIA Certified, GIA Certificate will be supplied digitally to the ...
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2010s European Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Jade bead necklace, 9k gold clasp, Art Deco
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful vintage Art Deco era Jadeite Jade bead necklace. Lovely minty green beads, with beautiful variations in the colourway from almost white to darker streaks and naturally o...
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Early 20th Century Asian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 9k Gold

15” 2mm sized burma Unheated Ruby full eternity necklace/tennis necklace
Located in Singapore, SG
2mm sized burma Unheated Ruby full eternity necklace/tennis necklace(15”) This beautiful 2mm-sized Burma unheated ruby full eternity necklace/tennis necklace is perfect for any occasion. It features a minimal and neat design, with brilliant rubies and detailed craftsmanship. The 15" length, which is not adjustable or resizable, makes it perfect for petite ladies or girls. You can wear this tennis necklace with the most casual and relaxed outfit, as it is completely acceptable. Additionally, you can elevate your look for formal events by wearing it in a more classical and luxurious way. This is a classic design that simply won’t age. Features: Main Gemstone - Ruby Total Carat Weight (167pc) - 11Ct (approx) Measurement of ruby - 2mm Cut - Brilliant Round Cut Clarity - VVS~VS Color- Pinkish Red ~ Red Treatment - None (No Heated, No Treated, Not Enhanced) Origin - Mogok (Burma, Myanmar) Metal-18k Yellow Gold Weight of 18k gold (nett) - 15.1gram Necklace Type - Full Tennis Necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Red Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Natural Red Ruby - 32 Carats Natural Green Peridot - 5 Carats Natural White Topaz - 7 Carats The Bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Vintage Mesh Weave Snake Omega Chunky Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1970s Unisex Vintage Mesh Weave Snake Omega Chunky Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Some light scratches or colour loss especially at clasp, a crease...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Interlocked Linked Ribbed Omega Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Symmetric Oval Crystals Pendant Interlocked Linked Adjustable Ribbed Omega Modernist Collar Choker Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. Maybe...
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Antique European Round Locket Pendant / 3.97 gr
Located in SE
Antique German Locket hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Fine hand - engraved floral ornament on the frontal side. One Internal bezel for image inside. All parts tested 18K Yellow Gold. ...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant 14K Gold Prong Setting Religious Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate faith and style with this exquisite Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant, crafted in 14K yellow gold. Featuring 11 oval-cut sapphires, each 4x3mm in size, this pendant has a total g...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Akoya Pearls, Double Strand, Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA Cert, 16"
Located in Southbury, CT
This late Art Deco era (circa 1939) double strand of cultured Akoya pearls represents the finest, most luxurious pearls of their day. Today, we are accustomed to perfectly spherical ...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Media, PA
This stunning Navajo Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace is a timeless piece of Native American craftsmanship, featuring rich blue turquoise stones set in intricate floral scallo...
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1960s Native American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Minimal Moissanite Solitaire Pendant in 14k Solid Yellow Gold Necklace for Mom
Located in New York, NY
Minimal Moissanite Solitaire Pendant in 14k solid yellow gold. You shall need solitaire pendant to make a statement with your look. These solitaire pendant create a sparkling, luxuri...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k 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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