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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 18th Century
Antique 1880s Coral Gold Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 1880s necklace with natural corals in salmon color decorted with old seed pearls with a 14k gold chain hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard and old moscow assay mark...
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1870s Antique Necklaces
Victorian 18K Gold & Silver Necklace W/ Emeralds, Pearl & Diamonds
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful Victorian necklace features a silver scrolling foliate centerpiece decorated with diamonds, natural emeralds and a beautiful pearl focus point. The silver floral motif...
Category
1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Turquoise Enameled Movable Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Step into the elegance of the past with this antique Victorian 14 karat gold and turquoise enameled pendant. The pendant is beautifully set with a vertical row of small gold balls on...
Category
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Onyx Cross Pendant with Seed Pearl and Gold Leaves
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian onyx cross pendant set with a single seed pearl and adorned with a 14 karat gold floral design. This pendant is a captivating embodiment of the elegance and symbolism of ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
18k Estate Diamond, Sapphire, and London Blue Topaz Gadi Cross Pendant
By GADI
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a touch of elegance with our 18k Gadi Diamond, Sapphire, and London Blue Topaz Cross Pendant. This stunning estate piece features a total of 2.22 carats of sparkling diamo...
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Diamond Silver and Gold Crescent Pendant, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond crescent pendant, set with a row of old-cut diamonds, graduating from the centre, in cut down settings, surrounded by old-cut diamonds, in a grain set channel, wit...
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1890s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Heliotrope Seal Fob Pendant with 18K Gold Lion
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique heliotrope seal fob pendant is absolutely exquisite. An intricately crafted piece, originating from the Victorian era, showcasing the timeless elegance of that period.
...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Wièse Watch Key Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a marvellous creation taken from the Victorian period. This antique piece has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into the form of a watch key; a tool used as a me...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
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Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Micro Mosaic 18K Pendant and Brooch, c. 1880
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique micro mosaic 18K yellow gold pendant and brooch, c. 1880. This is a superb example of a fine micro mosaic done in the 19th century. The ornate composition centers swan in m...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Graduated Fringe Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold fringe necklace encapsulates the essence of romantic jewelry from the Victorian era. Graduated elongated drops topped with round spheres dangle from the 15” necklace. T...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th to Early 20th Century Jantar Necklace, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
19th to early 20th century Jantar necklace, Nepal
This long silver alloy (kakar-manka) necklace, a jantar, features a hollow amulet box depicting the elephant god Ganesha, which is ...
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Late 19th Century Nepalese Artisan Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Colombia Emerald, Pearl, & Old Mine Diamond Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Miami, FL
Expert craftsmanship and magisterial gemstones from a bygone era, the Victorian period. This silver pendant bears a 3.65 carat (approx.) emerald center stone, adorned with 34 old mi...
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19th Century Colombian Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Silver
Georgian Era Gold Case Watch Key Fob, circa 1820
Located in Venice, CA
This elaborate gold case Georgian watch key fob is ready to hang on a chain of your choice! The key has nice proportions, is short and squat in shape, w...
Category
1820s Unknown Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Antique Belle Époque Long Guard Chain Silver Wire Corallium Rubrum Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This guard chain was hand crafted towards the end of the nineteenth century. It is made up from 203 corallium rubrum beads. Each bead is threaded onto pieces of silver wire, both end...
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1890s European Belle Époque Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique 18K Gold Necklace 24 Natural Oriental Pearls Five Pointed Star Pentagram
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual necklace was created in 1975 ca. It features two round discs suspended from gold chains attached to a grooved barrel clasp. Each disk is decorated with twisted gold wire...
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1870s Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold
Large Antique Diamond Pendant or Clip with Old Mine & Rose Cuts, Approx 1.98 Ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
An absolutely stunning Victorian period Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Dress Clip with super fiery old mine cut & rose cut diamonds along with a sizable lustrous pearl drop. Just gorgeou...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Friendship Token of Sentiment Woven Hair Chain 14 KaratGold Hand Clasp
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This beautiful hair chain was created in 1825 ca. It is made out of handwoven brown hair and 14 karat gold. The chain was intended as a token of friendship and sentiment. The hair al...
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1820s European George IV Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Lady Shell Cameo Turquoise Pendant Pin Brooch
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant and pin brooch crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
It features a shell cameo depicting a lady.
The frame is adorned with 4 turquoises.
Weight: 5.47g
Size...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Victorian 1.05ct Diamond Heart Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Encrusted with diamonds, this Victorian pendant is beautiful. The heart shaped design centres around an old cut diamond of 0.15 carat which is surrounded by multiple stones of variou...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver
An 18 Carat Gold and Jasper Egg Pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat and jaspis egg box pendant with 18 carat gold mounting, the edges around and the hinge with which the box opens are engraved with leaves, France, 18th century.
weight...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jasper, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 1.85 Carat Pink Topaz Chrysoberyl 14k Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Antique authentic circa 1800 to 1840 brooch pendant with a removable bail and removable bottom dangle that can be worn alone on the chain. See below for the stone speci...
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Early 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Chrysoberyl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Vulcanite locket pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and interesting antique Victorian Vulcanite locket.
The locket is crafted in rich black Vulcanite and it a hexagonal shaped locket with a smooth finish and a textured ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
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
A Victorian Gold and Garnet Pendant with a Diamond Star
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15 carat gold Victorian oval pendant set with a large deep red carbuncle garnet incrusted with a six pointed star at the centre set with a large cushion cut diamond surrounded by s...
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Fairfield, CT
This striking vintage skull pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that blends gothic charm with classic elegance. The pendant is skillfully carved from what appears to be jet or charcoal, providing a deep, matte contrast to the gleaming gold-tone bail that attaches it to a chain.
During the 19th century, jet was established as a gemstone for mourning, and demand for mourning jewelry during the Victorian era led to extensive excavations of jet in Whitby. Victorian Whitby Jet jewelry...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Coral Flower Pendant Brooch Hand Carved Circa 1880 Gold Rare Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Victorian Pendant Brooch Pin of hand carved Coral with a bouquet of flowers and leaves with a coral pendant drop wi...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral
Antique French Turquoise and Pearl Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, France. This antique pendant is set with brilliant blue Persian Turquoise in a stylishly refreshing Moorish motif. Intricate gold work, underscored by meticulous ha...
Category
1880s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chain with solitair pendant set with diamond 14k pink gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a solitaire pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.00ct – K/L – SI – 45 cm long
detailed description:
the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide
the pen...
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1880s French Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link Chain Necklace. Crafted in the 19th century, circa 1838-1847, in France, this stunn...
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1830s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Double Row Momo Coral Necklace w Carved Ivory Centerpiece
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent signed ivory Netsuke of a peony, highly collectible, by famed ivory carver Shozan/Matsuyam in the late 19th Century- Meiji period, on a 2-row necklace of extremely fin...
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19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold
Antique French Diamond Necklace 18K Gold Pendant Brooch 19th C. Flower Acanthus
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this spectacular antique Victorian 18ct gold and diamond pendant/brooch necklace made in France during the 19th century.
*Please note: all other items in...
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Pearl Diamond and Green Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely 18ct yellow gold Victorian pendant. The pendant is in a foliate style and features green enamelled leaves and natural pearls which play the role of the fruit. The p...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Masonic 18 Karat Gold All Seeing Eye Enamel Heliotrope Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Masonic fob seal pendant crafted in 18K gold. It depicts the symbols of Freemasonry: square, compasses, gavel, trowel and the all seeing eye. The piece features oval heliot...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Amethysts & Tassel Pearl 17" Fringe Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) --
(4) Natural Genuine Amethysts - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Medium to Dark Purple Color - (2) 10.5x7.5mm, (1) 10x6.7mm, (1) 13x9.5mm (approx.)
Numerous Genuine Seed Pearls ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vioctorian Heart Carved Moonstone 1.40 Ct Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb 19th example of sentimental heart pendant is made of silver over 10 Carat gold electronically tested – it can b worn as a brooch too
The large luminous heart carved Moons...
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1860s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, 10k Gold, Silver
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Onyx Lady Cameo Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
It features an onyx cameo depicting a lady. The piece is adorned with rose cut diamonds and a pearl.
There are some ...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold
Antique 5.05 Carat Aquamarine 0.30 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 5.05 carat aquamarine and 0.30 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting.
The central pierced decorated, quatrefoil-shaped frame displays a stunning feature collet set oval faceted cut aquamarine, encompassed with four pavé set eight cut diamonds, in addition to four individually collet set diamonds to the incurves.
The impressive pear faceted cut aquamarine suspended from the terminal of the design is surmounted with a splayed scrolling frame incorporating three collet set eight-cut diamonds.
The apex of the pendant is embellished with a stunning claw set round faceted cut aquamarine, accented with a floriated scrolling frame ornamented with eighteen pavé set diamonds.
The lower portion of the floriated designs anchors two decorative chain supports for the lower articulated frames.
The antique pendant suspends from a 10k yellow gold chain, securing to the reverse with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening; this chain can be fastened to allow the wearing length to be 16", 17" or 18".
This diamond and aquamarine pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12 karat gold and silver, with a 10k gold chain.
This impressive Victorian aquamarine pendant...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Lock and Key Pendant Charm
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Heart Lock and Key Pendant Charm. This amazing antique Victorian heart pendant charm is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The charm has a lockin...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Black Onyx and Diamond Mourning Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct yellow gold mourning brooch. The brooch has beautiful etruscan style detail around the edges, a black onyx face with a star set old cut diamond. Like most mo...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 1870s Gold 48ctw Garnet Fringe Necklace in Original Fitted Box
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian garnet and yellow gold necklace, comprising ten oval cut garnets, and thirty-seven round cut garnets, set in yellow gold, with yellow gold fittings.
This tasteful neckl...
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1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Enamel Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Enamel Diamonds Yellow Gold Pendant. Created around 1890.
A massive Art Nouveau Pendant with Tourmaline and matching in color ...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Photo Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian diamond locket pendant. The front of the pendant features a rose cut diamond border and bale with a central hand painted miniature depicting an elegant lad...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx cross pendant with 18 karat gold harness and pearls / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
Category
Late 19th Century Italian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paperclip Link 55 1/2 Long Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain alternating in pattern with elongated paperclip links
Bisected by open oval-shaped forms
Completed by large rose gold spring clasp closure
Chain tested...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Moonstone Cabochon Drop Fringe Festoon Silver Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Dating to the Arts & Crafts period (1890 - 1910), this dainty and ethereal antique Moonstone Droplet Necklace was found in a New England Estate.
Crafted of silver testing around ste...
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Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces
Materials
Moonstone, Silver
Late 17th/early 18th Century 18kt gold Stuart Crystal memorial locket
Located in Braintree, GB
This is an exquisite Stuart Crystal memorial locket from the 17th and early 18th century. Crafted in 18kt yellow gold, this mourning pendant features a rock crystal center adorned wi...
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18th Century European Antique Necklaces
Antique Victorian Archeological Revival Enamel and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Striking and beautifully different are thoughts that come to mind when you see this pendant. The gold is warm, 15kt and rich. It enhances the white of the pearls and accents of white...
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Enamel
Queen Victoria Jubilee Ruby and Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful, Victorian diamond and ruby pendant/brooch. The pendant features an oval shaped flat piece of red agate with a gold figure of Queen Victoria on. Surrounding...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
LB offers Victorian English Gold filled Amethyst pendant necklace Glass Brass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a highly unusual 19th century English, goldfilled and Amethyst brooch pendant necklace. This is a wonderful example of Mid Victorian jewelry being repurposed...
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Mid-19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Gold-filled, Brass
French Flowers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant locket with an engraved spray of flowers to the centre of each side with an engraved scrolling surround. Stamped with the eagle mark for 1...
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19th Century French Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 1890's Natural Red Coral Silver Cross
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Stunning Victorian natural red coral and silver cross. The amazingly matched cabochon coral is a lovely bright red/orange color. Dating from late 1890-1900, this cross is a...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Silver
Georgian 18kt Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Seal Fob/Pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
This antique 18th-century Georgian seal fob/pendant, crafted from 18kt. yellow gold features a Carnelian intaglio depicting an armorial coat of arms.
X- ray been tested for 18kt gold...
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Late 18th Century European Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold 18" Chain 8.8 grams
Located in London, GB
Antique
9ct Gold 18" Chain
Chain thickness 4mm ( millimeters)
Length 18 Inches
Weight 8.81 grams
with a 9c plaque close to the clasp
In very good condition
clasp is secure and sna...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising four round pearls, two cabochon garnets, and cobalt blue enamel, set in 18 karat yello...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace
A moss agate pendant necklace adorned with blue enamel and 6 coral beads. The gold chain features an additional 8 coral beads
Made cir...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Coral, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby & Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian pearl, diamond, sapphire, ruby, enamel, and yellow and rose gold locket pendant, comprising seventy-five half seed pearls, 1 whole seed pearl, six round cut rubies, six r...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Era Watch Chain Toggle Necklace 9K Rose Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We absolutely love this vintage beauty!
She was likely used as a chain for a pocket watch & later converted to be used as a beautiful necklace.
The charm is a lovely shield shape & i...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose 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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