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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Renaissance
"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Baby rings were popular sentimental jewelry items in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Babies wore them for their christenings, or for photos, or (ickily) for their funerals, or mot...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Garnet, Emerald, Blue Diamond,...
Victorian Emerald and Opal, Yellow Gold, Three Locket Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian three locket necklace has been crafted in 15k yellow gold.
The three lockets/pendants have circul...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Opal, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Lion Locket Old Mine Cut Diamond Peridot Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian Lion Locket in 10 Karat Gold with an Old Mine Cut Diamond in the mouth and two sparkling green Peridot gems in the ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Victorian 2.28 Cttw. Ruby, Turquoise, Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 2.28 Cttw. Ruby, Turquoise, Topaz, and Diamond Pendant Necklace, a captivating piece that effortlessly blends elegance with bold design elements.
This exqu...
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2010s Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond & Sapphire Star Pendant Pin
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular diamond and sapphire starburst pin/pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Set in 14k yellow gold and topped in patinaed sterling silver, this beautifully contoured st...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Ottoman Circa 1900s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 6.6 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.65 carat.
The diamond is has H-IJ color and s1-s2-s3 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 50 cm.
Please contact for...
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian openwork diamond pendant, circa 1875.
Located in London, GB
Victorian openwork diamond pendant. Set with sixty-three round rose cut diamonds in closed back grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 0.63 carat, to an ornate circular...
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1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver
LB offers Victorian Style Czech glass Cameo Sterling Onyx pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage Czech glass and Sterling Silver Cameo pendant necklace. This one of a kind, handmade necklace is unusual and very feminine. The sterling silver filigree work flanking the black glass cameo...
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Mid-20th Century Czech Late Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Rock Crystal, Pyrite
Antique Victorian Black Heart Pendant Pressed Wood Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Victorian heart pendant was created out of a black pressed wood composite in the 1880's. The design shows an inner heart and a palm leaf surrounded by an outer heart decorated w...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Antique Sterling Silver Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique, Victorian era sterling silver Albert chain or watch chain.
Nice chunky silver, graduated curb links with a dog clip fastener to one end and a brass t bar to t...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Victorian Round Swallow Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
Victorian Circa 1880
9ct Yellow Gold Back & Front Stamped
*The term gold front & back is often used to describe antique gold lockets which have a front back m...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, GB
An extremely elegant late Victorian sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and earring set, in silver and gold, circa 1900’s.
This beautifully hand...
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Antique early 20th century opal bead and pearl necklace
Located in Malmö, SE
42 beautiful, gently graduated, multi-chromatic opal beads imbued with lightening flashes, alternate with small even sized pearls to create this enchanting necklace. The beads are ra...
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1890s European Late Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique Coral, Enamel, and Diamond Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k. This antique pendant is authentic fashion from almost 150 years ago! Gorgeous coral beads surmounted by diamonds are surrounded by lush green enamel. Superb design...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Luigi Rosi Victorian Diamond Agate 18K Gold Antique Cupid Cameo Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped pendant suspended from bale with dimensional foliate motif surrounds and drop
Featuring an oval-shaped plaque of agate measuring 29.0 x 40.0 mm carved with...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 0.32 Carat Natural Emerald Pendant For Womens
Located in Miami, FL
Discover timeless elegance with our Victorian Fine Jewelry Emerald Pendant, crafted from radiant 14k yellow gold. Adorned with a stunning 0.32 carat round-shaped emerald, this pendan...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Sterling silver Albert chain, watch chain necklace, Shield fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but fall in love with this handsome antique Albert chain.
It is a dream of an Albert chain with big chunky links, a good long length and a heavy feel and weight.
A w...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pearl chain with lock set with ruby and diamonds 18k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold with silver clasp set with ruby and rose diamonds on a three-strand pearl beaded necklace, with gold centers set with ruby, 85 cm long
detailed description:
the l...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Albert Chain Necklace in 9k Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
An extremely stylish vintage Albert chain necklace set in 9k rose gold.
The Albert chain is an iconic statement piece of jewellery, popularised by Prince Albert in the mid 1800’s. T...
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Partridge Pendant in 14k Gold, Silver
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A Victorian period diamond set pendant, or charm depicting a beautiful partridge. Set with nineteen rose cut diamonds of 0.25ctw. Accented by a bezel ...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian Amethyst Riviere Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian amethyst riviere necklace, the twenty eight graduated oval mixed-cut amethysts each set within a yellow gold collet, me...
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1860s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Antique XL 835 Silver Jasseron Necklace (80 cm) with Antique Silver Watch Key
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique silver jasseron necklace with an antique watch key (pendant). The necklace can be closed with a spring ring clasp that is in good working condition. The items were manufa...
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19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish agate cross pendant, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
We love this unusual antique, early Victorian era Scottish agate conversion pendany.
Circular in shape it has a cut out design with a cross to the centre, the cross is set with vary...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k gold cross pendant, Victorian, engraved
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique 9ct gold cross pendant.
It is a medium sized cross, lightweight and easy to wear with a beautifully engraved front and smooth polished back.
This attractive hand...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Dog-Clasp Stackable Choker Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 18 karat yellow gold chain exemplifies Victorian era jewelry design, characterized by its functionality and craftsmanship. The piece features a dog clasp, commonly used in the p...
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20th Century Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Era 1866 Commemorative Shield 12 Carat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Hamilton, AU
The two headed eagle symbolises both power and justice, like the square and compasses symbol, it is synonymous with Scottish Rite Freemasonry. Crafted in 18 carat yellow and white go...
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Etruscan Revival Victorian Locket Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Dating back to the 1870s, this fabulous Victorian locket necklace, is artfully ornamented in consummate Etruscan Revival style. The locket suspends from a very fine 20 inch chain made up of gold ribbed circle links. A rare find to have both the locket and chain intact. It is superbly crafted in 14k yellow gold with a soft bloomed finish...
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1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
18ct RoseGold Victorian Bohemian Garnet Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace
18ct Rose Gold Tested
Circa 1870s
This exquisite Victorian horseshoe necklace is a true masterpiece crafted...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 9.8 grams.
Totally is diamond about 4 ct.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity.
Total lenght is chain 45.
Please conta...
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1870s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Carter Gough Victorian Pearl Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm rope chain with six oval-shaped bead stations
Glossed with opaque black enamel throughout
Centering an alternating pattern of enamel and seed pearls
Pearls mea...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Belcher Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely necklace is simple and the belcher style chain gives the necklace a fine look. The necklace is fastened using a bolt ring clasp.
Length: 80cm
Chain Width: 3mm
Weight:...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Horseshoe Onyx Horse Cameo 18K Rose Gold Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) rose gold pendant locket with rotating horseshoe design set to one side with an onyx plaque, to the other with an onyx cameo of a horse's head. Opening to reveal a ...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Glass Picture Heart Large Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Frame & Bail w/ Clear Glass
Weight: 13.73 Grams
Height (w/ Bail): 41mm (1.6")
Height (w/o Bail): 35.6mm (1.4")
Overall Width: 31.9mm (1.2")
Overall Th...
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1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Victorian Natural Diamond & Ruby Pendant For Womens
Located in Miami, FL
Forged in radiant 14k yellow gold, this Victorian-inspired pendant features a mesmerizing 0.22 carat round-cut ruby, sourced from natural earth mines, exuding rich color and allure. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Yellow Gold Victorian Long Figaro Link Chain with Swivel Clip
Located in Brighton, GB
Long Figaro Chain
15ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880s
Makers Mark C D B
This exquisite 15ct yellow gold stamped Figaro chain is a true testament to the timeless beauty of antique jew...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Goddess Cameo Pendant Brooch Necklace 18 Karat Gold Classical Antique 2.5 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning and very rare large antique Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch with a hand carved image of a Goddess Maiden standing by a Greek or Roman Column! The cameo is ...
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20th Century Italian Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian era 9K gold bloodstone fox fob pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
Transport yourself to the charm of the Victorian era with this very cute, English work antique 9K gold fob pendant. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, it features a captiva...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold and silver diamond cross pendant.
The cross is composed of 11 claw and grain set old cushion and lozenge shaped diamonds, with small rose cut diamonds...
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Circa 1900s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Ruby Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 5.7 grams.
Totally is diamond about 0.75 carat.
The diamond is has H-I-J-K-L-M color and s1-s2-s3-Pique clarity.
Totally is ruby about 0.03 ca...
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Early 1900s Turkish Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
18K French solid gold watch chain - unique Antique Necklace - 15.35 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links an antique dog clip and a lovely bolt ring. The necklace is hallmarked with French Eagle heads and a Rhino head. Both closures function, yet we like to mention that, if you fully open the spring ring, you will have to help to close it again. If you only open it partly, then it will close again on its own.
An Albert chain was originally crafted to attach a pocket-watch to a gentle mens suite. Now it is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful antique dog clip and an antique spring...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K French solid gold pocket watch chain - unique Antique Necklace - 16.34 Inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this wonderful 18 K yellow gold Albert necklace. It consists of spacial, fancy looking Lozenge links and a lovely bolt ring. It is fully hallmarked with all the needed French marks : eagle heads and a rhino head.
An Albert chain was originally crafted to attach a pocket-watch to a gentle mens suite. Now it is a stylish statement necklace with a wonderful antique spring ring...
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold, No Heat Ruby and White Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted in stunning 18K white gold, this pendant boasts a captivating design featuring a mesmerizing oval-cut, no-heat ruby, exuding vibrant allure in its natural beauty. Surrounding...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k solid gold Antique Necklace - light Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque - 43 cm
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning filigree necklace that is crafted in 18 K yellow gold and hallmarked with a 750 mark on the closure. The filigree links are very detailed and breathtaking t...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k solid gold Belle Epoque Necklace - Filigree chain - Victorian drapery chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
This filigree necklace is crafted in 18 ct yellow gold and bejewelled with seven seed pearls. The filigree chains are very detailed and breathtaking thanks to the antique seed pearls...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Round Victorian Rose Cut Diamonds, Old Mine Cut Sapphire Cluster Pendant
Located in Joelton, TN
Description:
Antique Victorian Diamond and Sapphire Round Pendant, a stunning cluster design that seamlessly blends a lovely patina with old-world charm with timeless beauty.
Featur...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire
Victorian Sterling Silver 'Amity Eternity Infinity' Locket
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A wonderfully large sterling silver Victorian locket with an elaborate 'Amity, Eternity, Infinity' monogram to the centre front. The oval highly polished locket hangs from a tapering but large bale which allows either a large chain or bolt ring clasp to slide through with ease. To the front of the piece is an elaborate 'AEI' monogram which has been applied over the top of the locket, however is original to the piece. This monogram is often seen in Victorian jewellery and stands for 'Amity, Eternity & Infinity'. The firmly closing locket features two windows inside with glass to place a photograph or lock of hair behind. The piece dates to circa 1890 and due to the lack of hallmarks is unlikely to be English, but perhaps American in origin. A gorgeous example of Victorian era silver jewellery which is still so wearable today.
Marked - unmarked but tests as sterling silver
Measures - 6.75cm L x 4cm W
Total weight of piece - 30.6 grams (NB this includes the internal components of locket)
NB in the modelled and styled photographs the locket is pictured with a Victorian sterling silver book chain...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
18k Gold, British Hallmark. VS/F Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted from 18k white gold, this pendant features a heart-shaped blue sapphire adorned with high-quality round brilliant-cut diamonds. The diamonds boast F color and VS clarity, ens...
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2010s European Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique necklace with diamonds and sapphires, Great Britain, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Currently under examination in a gemological laboratory
A unique Victorian necklace with old-cut diamonds and sapphires in a beautiful blue color
Origin: Great Britain, early 20th ...
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1910s British Victorian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
Antique Circa 1900s 14K Gold Natural Diamond And Smoky Topaz Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition.
Total weight is 15.8 grams.
Totally is diamond 0.50 carat.
The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2 clarity.
Totally is Smoky Topaz about 5 carat.
Total le...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 1880 Locket Pendant Horn Mother of Pearl Metal Inlay
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This good size locket has been handcrafted around 1880 out of horn. The front shows fine lines typical for horn. Surrounded by fine lines the locket has been decorated with a flower ...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Mixed Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Blue Enamel, Rose Diamond, and Gold Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period blue enamel, diamond, and gold locket pendant centered by an oval picture glass in a blue enamel border adorned with gold and diamond gadroons, topped by ...
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1850s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian Pansy Blue Enamel Diamonds Flower Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pansy Flower Blue Enamel with old-cut Diamonds Choker Pendant. Tender and elegant flower with old-cut Diamonds all around and in the centre. Superb level of jeweller crafts...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Enamel
Victorian 1890 Convertible Pendant & Brooch Solid 14Kt Gold With Pearls & Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A Pendant-Brooch from the Victorian Era (1840-1901).
Very nice convertible antique pendant-brooch, created in England during the Victorian Era (1840-1901), back in the 1890. This c...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 192.53 Gms. Pearl and 5.4Cts. Diamond Beaded Necklace 36"
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in timeless elegance with our Victorian Pearl and Diamond Beaded Necklace, a luxurious statement piece that exudes sophistication and grace.
Crafted with meticulous attentio...
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2010s Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
An Antique Gold and Silver Heart Pendant with Rock Crystal and diamondsDiamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A heart-shaped rock crystal pendant with an 18-carat gold and silver laurel motif along the top of the heart and a large bail all set with rose cut diamonds (app. 0.31 carat). France...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian gilt albertina chain, watch chain, tassel
Located in NEWARK, GB
A pretty antique Victorian era gilt albertina chain.
Perfect for displaying your favourite fob watch or utilising as a bracelet.
It is made from gilt metal and has a rolo link chai...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood.
By wearing an antique coral necklace and white pants, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything.
Thi...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 10k Gold
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
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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