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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1980s
Elsa Peretti for Halston Solid Perfume Bean Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Here's an extremely rare, iconic functional pendant with (still!) original solid Halston perfume from the 1980s by Elsa Peretti for Halston. Believe the solid perfume color has darkened over the years - smells wonderful!! About 18" long. This listing is for the bean necklace only. The Elsa Peretti for Halston heart...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Chanel Costume Pearl Necklace with Golden Metal Elements
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Costume pearl necklace assembled with knots and ornamented with golden metal elements. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: L...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Early Betty Cooke Kinetic Sterling Wishbone Pendants Lariat on Leather Cord
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare, 1950's lariat necklace with kinetic wishbone sterling silver pendants created by Betty Cooke of Baltimore, Maryland. Pendants are attached by hand to leather cord. They measur...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Elegant italian 18 K yellow white Gold Pearl Diamond necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A very elegant and wearable 18 yellow and white Gold necklace made in Italy. The necklace features 25 culteured Pearls (6.2mm -8.50mm) and it is adorned with Diamonds of approximatel...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co 1989 By Paloma Picasso Pendant-Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Amethyst
Located in Miami, FL
A pendant-brooch designed by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. This is a very rare vintage piece of jewelry, created in New York by Paloma Picasso for the Tiffany & Co. Studios, back...
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1980s American Greek Revival Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important 125 Carat Rubellite Necklace And Ring Set
Located in New York, NY
Important 125 Carat Rubellite Necklace And Ring Set This beautiful set has a necklace featuring a important center cushion cut rubellite tourmalin...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yel...

Diamond 0.50ct necklace in 14k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing a breathtaking masterpiece: the exquisite 14k white gold necklace adorned with a beautiful, delicate 0.50 carat diamond cut in the mesmerizing Old European/Transitional s...
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1950s German Aesthetic Movement Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Cartier hanging Panthere pendant with a 18k gold Cartier chain necklace. A sleek and daring looking cat’s figure seems relax and resting. This combo of a strong animal being in such pose creates tension and attraction. The pendant is made of silverium which is blackened silver alloyed with 18k gold. Cartier registered Silverium as their trademark in 1987 and first used for iconic Cartier panther motif. The alloy soon found its way to other designs. The Cartier Panthere pendant is made of silverium, the Panthere's eyes and the bail are made of 18 karat yellow gold. The Cartier pendant measures 1 ¾” x 1 ¼” x ½” (4.6 x 3.3 x 1.8 cm) and weighs 25.7 grams. It is stamped with Cartier maker's mark, serial number, hallmarks for 18 karat gold and silverium, French hallmarks for 18 karat gold. The Cartier chain necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold. It measures 24" x 1/16" (60 x 0.2 cm) and weighs 7.8 grams. The Cartier chain is stamped with Cartier maker's mark, serial number, hallmark for 18 karat gold, country of manufacture. About Cartier Panthere Collection: The Panthère de Cartier collection is one of the most iconic and enduring jewelry and watch collections created by the French brand. The collection's history dates to the 1910s, however it gained significant prominence and recognition during the 1980s and beyond. The inspiration is said to have come from Jeanne Toussaint, Cartier's creative director, who was often referred to as "La Panthère" due to her strong and bold personality. The first appearance of the panther in Cartier's designs dates to a 1914 wristwatch with a panther-spotted pattern. The collection experienced a major resurgence in popularity during the 1980s. The brand reimagined the panther motif in a more stylized and contemporary form. The Panthère collection continues to be an important part of the brand's legacy. The panther motif has been reinterpreted in various ways, adapting to contemporary design trends while retaining its timeless allure. About Cartier Brand: Timeless Excellence is Cartier’s second name. The quality standards of Cartier jewelry were set in 1902 by King George VII...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
Rich, emerald-green certified natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade has been whimsically and masterfully carved into a chili pepper with leaves. An adorable, tiny bat clings to ...
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1980s Chinese Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Alexis Kirk Articulated Gold Tone Choker Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage Alexis Kirk articulated gold tone choker necklace Made in New York, USA, circa 1980. Measures 16 inches around the neck, 8 inches long x 1 ...
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1980s American Vintage Necklaces

1981 Cartier Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Panthère' Pendant
Located in Torino, IT
1981 sleek and immortal Cartier Panthère Pendant. Artfully and substantially sculpted in rich, luxurious 18k Yellow Gold, this piece is adorned with seven Diamonds: 2 Marquise-cut Di...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 5.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.50 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 37 cm. Please contact for any qu...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antonio Reina 1950 Mexican Taxco Organic Necklace In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Flexible organic necklace designed by Antonio Reina. Beautiful necklace, created in the city of Taxco in Mexico at the silversmith atelier of Antonio Reina. It was crafted in high r...
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1950s Mexican Aesthetic Movement Vintage Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Lucky Clover Flower Gripoix Cabochon Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Chunky Pendant Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition, light scratches on faux...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

White Gold Diamond Buddha Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Buddha Pendant. The pendant features a praying Buddha with round 1.5mm diamonds adorning the majority of the pendant...
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1980s American Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Necklace Platinum Topped 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Estate Tiffany & Co. Diamond Necklace in Platinum Topped 18K Yellow Gold. The necklace features 15ctw of brilliant round diamonds, E-F color, VVS clarity. Modern piece that is rare a...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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

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

Rose Quartz and Gold Omega Chunky Choker Necklace By Alexis Kirk, 1980s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 17" length - Gold plated - Rose quartz gemstone slice - Fold over clasp - By Alexis Kirk (signed on verso) - Circa 1980s - Estat...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Quartz

Tiffany & Co. Crossbars Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Crossbars Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. 17" Long 7.6 Grams
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1980s North American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chimento 18K Tri Color Gold 1.05ctw Diamond Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a very well and solidly made diamond collar necklace designed by Chimento in Italy and crafted in solid 18k yellow, rose and white gold throughout. The necklace features...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Coco Chanel Maison Gripoix Sautoir Necklace, Rare Book Piece
Located in New York, NY
Rare Coco Chanel sautoir necklace 1950's by Maison Gripoix. The Art Deco inspired long necklace is composed of imitation glass hand knotted pearls with a pair of fine emerald poured ...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel

Mid-Century French 33.30 Carat Total Weight Platinum Rivière Drop Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Mid-Century French 33.30 Carat Total Weight Platinum Rivière Drop Necklace. Featuring seven transitional and round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.02 carats, 1.30...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1980s 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 4.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.31 ct. The diamond is has H-I color vs-s1 clarity. Totally is emerald 0.13 ct. Totally ruby 0.41 ct. Total len...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

Chain and pendant set with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds up to . 1.00ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm detailed description: the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 0.7 mm w...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Flowers Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.85 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Necklace in Metal with Red Rhinestones
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - Necklace in metal entirely paved with red rhinestones. Work by the atelier Scemama for Yves Saint Laurent. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dim...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Vintage Italian Gold 14k 2 Tone Wide Reversible Omega Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This vintage Omega necklace is a classy essential to all jewelry collections. Sustainably crafted with 1nearly one ounce of 14k gold, this, slee...
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1980s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Dramatic Large Gem Set Vintage Cross Pendant, c 1981.
Located in Aspen, CO
Cross Pendant set with fine diamonds and gemstones. Seemingly at random in a juxtaposition, thirty eight white diamonds, colored diamonds and colored stones are prong set in no par...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chaumet vintage 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Vintage Chaumet 18kt yellow and white gold chunky bib necklace adorned with three flower head-shaped pendants set with round brilliant diamonds. Fully hallmarked. Dimensions: Inner...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Arrow Triangle Pendant Collar Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Vintage Christian Dior Crystal Arrow Triangle Pendant Collar Necklace, a stunning piece crafted circa the 1980s, exuding the sophistication a...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

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Crystal

Chanel 1984 Multi Chain with Gripoix Purple/Green Stones Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Experience timeless elegance with the Chanel 1984 Multi Chain Necklace. Featuring layers of green and purple stones, this necklace adds a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Eleva...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Cartier Hematite and Emerald Dolphin Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a playful pendant from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This piece has been crafted into the shape of a dolphin from both 18ct yellow gold and hemat...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

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Emerald, Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Pave Puffy Heart Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This fun and lovely pendant made in 14k white gold is a diamond pave puffy heart. With over 6.5 carats of round cut, VS2 clarity, G color diamonds, this pendent sparkles brightly and...
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1980s American Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Original 1980 Gucci New York 18Kt Yellow Gold Bamboo Necklace
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, circa 1980, Hancrafted Yellow Gold brushed Necklace, in Gucci Iconic Bamboo Style. This unique, chic and simple custom made piece is crafted to look and feel like prec...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethysts, Pearls, Multi-Strands Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Golden Metal Dickey Necklace with Colorful Resin Cabochons
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Impressive golden metal dickey necklace with colorful resin cabochons. To be mentioned, the metal formed a patina on the back. Additional infor...
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Vintage Diamante Pave Panther Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Pave Panther Necklace Circa 1980s. This double panther necklace is so well made and looks fine. I love to find things that look fine. It has black cabochons on the ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Large White South Sea Pearls and Diamond Enhancers
Located in Johns Creek, GA
Gorgeous large, rare White South Sea Drop Pearls. These spectacular pearls measure 14.5mm - 18.35mm. They are very white color, very high lustre, some blemishes. The necklace with...
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1980s Hong Kong Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Carnelian, Turquoise, Onyx, Agate, Tourmaline, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Onyx, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Mesh Choker 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Mesh Choker 18K Yellow Gold. The Choker weigh 52Grams and measures 16'' long
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond Elephant Maillon Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A simply stunning vintage Cartier Paris diamond Elephant Maillon necklace set in solid 18k yellow gold; circa early 1998. The necklace is composed of a central panel which depicts a...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Mesh Necklace with Aquamarine and Amethyst
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Wonderful vintage crafted of 14k yellow gold necklace, about 36 inch long has the look of a mesh chain, but is actually made up of sturdy tiled length...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold

Vintage YSL Geo Style Rhinestone Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage YSL Geo Necklace featuring a flattened curb chain adorned with a geometric design pendant lavishly embellished with crystals. Pure contemporary chic from the ultra stylish House of YSL. In 1961, following his time as Dior's Art Director, Yves Saint Laurent launched his namesake couture label. His fearless approach to blurring the lines between men and women's fashions set him apart. In 1966 he launched his tailored Tuxedo and 'Le Smoking' was born. Like his couture counterparts, YSL's jewellery was key to completing his looks. Vintage YSL Jewellery...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Gold Cobalt Blue Enamel Brooch Pendant Pearl Necklace with Diamond Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Antique style estate piece of 10 karat Rose Gold and Cobalt Blue Enamel Pin Pendant with Pearl and Diamond Accents. This celestial brooch sits on a th...
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1950s American Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Pomellato Heavy Link Chain with Diamond Pave Links 18K White Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Pomellato Heavy Link Chain with Diamond Pave Links in 18K White Gold. Marked: Pomellato 750 Length: 23 inches; design consist of oval and round smooth finished links with 3 of the r...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Ivory Long Necklace 18 carat Gold 1950
Located in Paris, FR
VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Long necklace in 18-carat yellow gold and ivory. Long necklace in 750 mil yellow gold, composed of articulated...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1980s Givenchy Deco Style Lucite & Pave Rhinestone Pendant Necklace
Located in Easton, PA
1980s Deco style maroon red/brown Lucite with black enamel and clear pave rhinestones pendant with frosted clear melon beads and black bead spacers necklace with gg fold over clasp. ...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Necklaces

Victorian Style 1.60Ct Opal Pearl and Diamond 9K Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.60 carat opal, pearl and 0.02 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of our diverse opal jewellery collections. This fine and impressive vintage vintage pendant/brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow gold, replicating the details of a Victorian example. The pierced decorated setting is ornamented with three feature claw set oval cabochon cut opals, in a trefoil style design. The centre of this arrangement is embellished with a claw set 0.02ct transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond to the centre. The feature arrangement is encompassed with a paralleling scalloped border embellished with fifteen seed pearls, graduating in size dependent on location. The border is further embellished with three protruding bud decorated settings, each accented with pavé set pearls. The lower portion of this impressive pendant/brooch is embellished with an articulating four-claw set cabochon cut opal terminal, completing the design. This vintage opal brooch...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold

1980s 18K Yellow Gold Byzantine Graduated Woven Link Necklace 279.5 Grams
Located in Miami, FL
Compliment any outfit with an opulent look! This Heavy  1980s vintage graduated byzantine design link makes this piece a rare piece to find! Crafted in luxurious solid 18K yellow, ...
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1980s German Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage White Enamel Crystals Spiral Openwork Necklace Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage White Enamel Crystals Spiral Openwork Elegant Chunky Pendant Necklace Earrings Jewellery Set, Gold Tone Very good condition. Not any stones lost. Light scratc...
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1980s German Baroque Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Chanel lion necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal short necklace representing lion heads. Jewelry from the 1980s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 39 cm CB275
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1980s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Gold Abstract Leaf Motif Choker Necklace With Red Rhinestones By Coro, 1950s
By Coro
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 14" length with additional 3" extender chain - Gold plated - Ruby red-colored crystal rhinestones - Hook clasp - By Coro (signed on verso) - Circa 1950s - Es...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

1980's 20.70cts Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Hexagon Link Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Geometrical 1980's vintage beauty! This statement piece is crafted in solid 18K Yellow gold with white gold accents. The Hexagon shape has been uplifted to another level with this ex...
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1980s Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Miriam Haskell necklace with large cut Lucite balls, rhinstones, 1950's USA
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Decorative Miriam Haskell necklace USA from the 1950s. Large polished balls of Lucite that are sanded all around. In the middle there are 3 balls that are decorated with larg rhine...
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1950s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

AJD One of a Kind Fantasy Cut Ametrine in Sterling Silver Collar
Located in Raleigh, NC
Fantasy cut ametrine of approximately 27carats set in a handmade sterling silver collar created just for this gemstone. This is a handmade original creation by Hans Stahr in Rio de J...
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1980s Brazilian Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver

Uno A Arre Modernist Brutalist 1980s Silver Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Uno A Arre .835 Silver Moderninst / Brutalist link Necklace, measuring 21 1/2 inches in length with open textured links tapering in size from 3/4 down to 1/4 inch wide, w...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver

18K Yellow Gold H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an elegant H. Stern necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases a breathtaking oval Aquamarine pendant with three sparkling diamonds! A bright and beautiful blue oval-shaped aquamarine, weighing 4.50 carats, beams brilliantly from within an 18K gold frame and is enlivened with three round brilliant diamonds. Indulge in the unparalleled beauty of this H. Stern aquamarine...
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.72ct Diamond Pendant, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
Simple yet elegant, a beautiful cushion cut diamond is star of the show in this 1950s pendant. The 1.72 carat diamond has been graded J in colour and VS1 in clarity, and is claw set ...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k 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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