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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Romantic
5.76 Ct Turquoise Byzantine Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Welcome to Blue Star Gems NY LLC! Discover popular engagement ring & wedding ring All designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for yo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

The Exquisite Beauty of 9-Row Natural Saltwater Pearl Necklace Certified By GIA
Located in Dubai, AE
Natural pearls are a timeless symbol of elegance and luxury, and a 9-row natural pearl necklace is truly a sight to behold. Each pearl in this magnificent necklace has been carefully...
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21st Century and Contemporary Bahraini Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl

Antique Sunburst Designer Polki Diamond Pendant Rosecut Diamond 925 Silver Charm
Located in Chicago, IL
Antique Sunburst Designer Polki Diamond Pendant Rosecut Diamond 925 Silver Charm Material Sterling Silver Size 60mm Approx Type Pendant Gross Weight 8.60 Grams Approx Diamond Weight...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style Baguette Briolet Rubies Diamonds Earrings Box, 1970
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Art Deco Style Baguette Briolet Rubies Diamonds Earrings, Created around the 1970. Perfectly matching the Art Deco style with different geometrical forms and shapes. Baguette Rubies...
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1970s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Art Deco 4.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Watch Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Finely detailed Platinum Diamond and Blue Sapphire accents Watch Pendant Necklace and Diamond set matching chain. Hand crafted in Platinum. Chain measures approx. 24 in...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Necklace W/ Aquamarine Stone, Diamond, & Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Beautiful Art Deco Style Pendant With an Aquamarine Center Stone Accented with Diamonds and Seed Pearls Aquamarine Weight: ~50 Carats. Aquamarine Measurements: 29.13 mm x 19.93 mm x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Old European Cut Diamond Sailboat Charm Pendant Necklace, Platinum
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco sailboat charm necklace is a timeless piece that embodies the elegance and sophistication of the 1920s. Crafted in platinum, the charm features a stunning nau...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Gold Tone Blue Glass Faux Pearl Necklace with Drop Pendant
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco gold tone necklace, featuring pale and mid blue glass beads with faux pearls, and a drop pendant. Measuring length 41.7 cm / 16.4 inches, and the glass drop is len...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Dainty 30ct Emeralds 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Essential Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection a Dainty 30ct Emeralds 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Chain Beaded Essential Necklace Sautoir. Emerald is known as the “stone of successful love”. It brings loyalty and provides for domestic bliss. A beautiful beaded necklace Sautoir made in 18 karats yellow gold with 30 karats emeralds beads handcrafted one by one. Every 22 emeralds there's a delicate handcrafted twisted link. This delicate necklace sautoir is intimately placed on the body giving light and preciousness to the skin face. This piece is entirely manufactured in an artisanal way Rome, Italy and every step of the process is carefully executed. Emerald enhances...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

KOENIG "Art Deco"
Located in St. Moritz, CH
The House of KOENIG creates sustainable jewels, using exclusively recycled precious metals and conflict-free gemstones that inspire and endure. 100% SWISS HANDMADE Manufactured in ...
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2010s Swiss Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Antique Black Opal Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Victorian Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE VICTORIAN TO ART DECO BLACK OPAL PENDANT IN 18 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE STUNNING PENDANT HAS 11 OF THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND CABOCHON OPAL...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Enameled Mesh Bow Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Charming Art Deco Enameled Mesh Bow Necklace from the 1930's. Woven twist chain is enameled in off white and red to form a bow motif necklace with chrome fittings. 15" x .75". Bow dr...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Art Deco Era Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Pendant
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are absolutely loving this vintage beauty!! Necklace Details Material: Platinum Pendant; 14K White Gold Cable Chain Pendant Length: 1 1/2 Inches Pendant Width: 5/8 Inches Chain L...
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage 1950's Ice Blue Weiss Rhinestone Choker Necklace 1950's Weiss Choker
Located in Cheltenham, GB
This sparkling 1950's choker by Weiss constructed on a silver claw set base encasing ice blue radiant cut rhinestones and smaller circular rhinestones along the adjustable length cha...
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1950s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

1960s Boucheron Paris Emerald Diamond Platinum Double Clip Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This 1960's vintage Boucheron piece of jewelry is a dual clip lapel brooch crafted in platinum and comprises masterfully designed, naturalistically inspired and diamond swathed scrol...
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1960s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Platinum

Handmade Natural Citrine Flower Halo Pendant Necklace for Mother in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Natural Citrine Flower Halo Pendant Necklace in sterling silver studded with round cut citrine. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Citr...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver

14k Yellow Gold 9 Carat Pear Cut Amethyst Pendant Necklace 16 Inches
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful necklace. It has a pear cut amethyst stone that measures 16 x 12 mm and totals 9 carats. It is on a beautiful 14k Yellow Gold Singapore chain that is 16 inches ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Blue and Clear Crystal Bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Art Deco necklace featuring mid blue glass and clear crystal beads, linked with fine chain. The crystal beads are faceted to catch the light. The blue beads are not plain ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

14k Y Gold 15 Carat Fantasy Cut Amethyst & .11 Carat Diamond Handmade Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
This is just a striking pendant! It is handmade and you can see it's unique and fabulous cut in the photos. The lines on the Amethyst are part of the design. The pendant mounting ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Lucky Traditional Horse Shoe Charm Pendant, Solid 24K Gold and 0.02ct Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Horse Shoe Charm Pendant, 24K Gold and 0.02ct Diamonds, Tradition, Good Luck, Symbol of protection. Size - Small Charm (Looks great paired and layere...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Yellow Gold .80 Carat Emerald & .04 Carat Diamond Necklace Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very pretty pendant. It is pre-owned and in excellent condition. It's been very well-cared for. It has 6 square shaped emeralds ranging from 2.25 mm to 1 mm and they tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Amethyst, Topaz, Citrine & Peridot Necklace in 18K & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Amethyst, Topaz, Citrine & Peridot Necklace in 18K & Silver Green Peridot - 5 Carats Blue Topaz pear shape drop - 7 Carats Citrine - 4 Carats Purple Amethyst - 4...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Estate Layered 530 Carat Coral Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Cover yourself in pink with this bold coral necklace made of large sized blush pink coral beads with a dreamy marble pattern. The polished round beads are methiciously hand picked an...
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1970s Japanese Romantic Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Sasportas 1925 Paris Art Deco Buddha Pendant 18Kt Diamonds Lapis and Malachite
Located in Miami, FL
Colorful Buddha pendant designed by Sasportas. A beautiful and fabulous antique pendant from the French Art-Deco period, circa 1925. Designed with very symbolic thought that shows the figure of Buddha...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Malachite, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Coral, Enamel, Platinum...

Vintage VCA Necklace. Van Cleef Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Woven Link , France
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels captures timeless elegance with its intricately woven design, reflecting the brand's mastery in haute joaillerie. Measuring 13 i...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Heidi Daus "invitation Only" Art Deco Jeweled Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning elevated Heidi Daus crystal collar necklace. Wide collar necklace features 3 tapered section of bezel-set, multi shaped crystals in cl...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

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

ART DECO 1930 Graduated Green Jades Necklace In Gilt .900 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco necklace with graduated green jades. This is a very interesting casual long necklace with beads, created in Europe during the art deco period, back in the 1930s. This ne...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver, Silver

Certified Emerald Diamond Everyday Pendant for Her in 14k Solid White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Certified Emerald Diamond Everyday Pendant for Her in 14K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald enhances the intellectual c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite Bead and Bracelet Set from the 1930's. The necklace has graduated beads with a simple hidden twist clasp. The bracelet is wired with 2...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Briolette aquamarine approximate weight: 40 cts 18K white gold Measurements: 16" long
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold

18k French Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Pendant
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Egyptian revival jewelry became wildly popular during the Art Deco period after King Tut’s tomb was opened in 1922. This French 18k gold phara...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Art Deco Beaded Tassel Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Striking Art Deco Beaded Tassel Lariat from the 1920's. Hand braided in chrome yellow and marine blue Czech seed beads with massive 2 toned tassels. 1920's Eu. Necklace 32" X .5", Ta...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst glass drop pendant necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous vintage Art Deco era Amethyst glass pendant or drop necklace. It is a station style necklace with small Amethyst glass beads and faceted clear paste beads stationed along...
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A stunning necklace from the Art Deco period, comprising of circular and baguette-cut diamonds, weighing a total of 52 carats. The diamonds are E-F-G color, VS clarity. Metal is pla...
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20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Spinach Jade Necklace 26 Inches 10 Karat Yellow Gold 8mm Jade Beads
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN EXQUISITE ART DECO JADE AND 10 KARAT YELLOW GOLD BEAD AND PENDANT NECKLACE OF 26 INCHES IN LENGTH. THE STUNNING NECKLACE HAS A FABULOUS CARVED JADE PENDANT WITH A NECKLAC...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning antique Art Deco diamond cross pendant of immaculate workmanship is crafted in solid platinum. The center is exposing a sp...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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White Diamond, Platinum

Genuine Diamond Ice Cream Cone Charm Pendant 14k Solid Gold Diamond Charms Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Ice Cream Cone Charm Pendant 14k Solid Gold Diamond Charms Gift. Number of Diamonds 11 Gross Weight 1.05 Grams Approx Pendant Shape Heart Closure Hook Main Stone Col...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Angel Skin Coral Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
Cover yourself in pink with this delicate layered coral necklace made of blush pink coral beads graduated in size, giving it a dreamy appearance. The polished round beads are methici...
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2010s Japanese Romantic Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold

Deco 1930's to 1950's Enameled Diamond Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Charm necklace started out life as a Charm bracelet I had this turned into a necklace keeping all the original elements of this bracelet. The charms are held by Diamon...
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1940s North American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Faceted Citrine Necklace Graduated Citrine Beads Gold Circa 1920
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to have this gorgeous Art Deco - Victorian Citrine Necklace in 10 Karat Yellow Gold. The wonderful necklace has the mos...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine 18k Solid Yellow Gold Ruby Striped Round Medallion Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Ruby Medallion Charm Pendant in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby improves mental strength. Designed with octagon cut ruby studded between the striped gold coin with...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Necklace Bergdorf Goodman Costume Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Style Costume Jewelry Bergdorf Goodman Old Stock French Faux Sapphire Diamante Rhodium Sterling Rondel Torsade Necklace This exquisite chic, one-of-a-kind French faux gorgeo...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Necklace 925 Sterling Silver A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is about 6 - 10 business days....
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria Blue rectangular step cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this Art Deco pendant necklace. The perfectly cut, lively and sparkly aquamarine has been measured t...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Estate Art Deco Inspired Tutti Frutti, Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning estate piece is Designed in the art deco Tutti Frutti style. This pendant necklace composed of round brilliant diamonds hand set in Platinum with a Art Deco Tutti Frutt...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco 17.70 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a kite shaped surmount suspending an aquamarine drop pendant Aquamarine is radiant cut and weighs approximately 17.54 carats - prong set Transparent light blue in color...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Medal Virgin Mary Necklace Silver Pearl Turquoise
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Virgin Mary Necklace Bead Silver Pendant Pearl Turquoise J Dauphin Exclusive piece with a Virgin Mary Medal in Silver with a White Diamond set in a Gold Prong with a silver sw...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled, Silver

19.40 Carats Panjshir Emerald Faceted Beads For Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
19.40 Carats Panjshir Emerald Faceted Beads For Fine Jewelry Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Emerald Weight - 19.40 carats Shape - Beads Size - 2 To 5 MM Quantity - 1 line
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald

808.30 Carats Morganite fluted melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Morganite Carved melon Beads Necklace Top Quality Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Morganite weight - 808.30 carats size - 6 To 11 mm quantity - 3 Strands
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Morganite

Hans Myhre Norway Scandinavian Modernist Guilloche Enamel Gold PL Silver Suite
Located in Eagan, MN
This Hans Myhre Modernist Norwegian Guilloche Enamel Silver Necklace Gilt Sterling Silver Suite including Necklace, Bracelet, Earrings, and Brooch. The set is just gorgeous! It is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Norwegian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold, Silver, Enamel

GIA Certified Natural Tanzanite Bead Necklace 12417
Located in New York, NY
GIA Natural Tanzanite Bead Necklace. Report 1236075999 14mm-9.8mm Blue violet 30 inches length $36000 Appraisal to accompany
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite

Art Deco Gold Plated Mother of Pearl and Rhinestones Jewellery Set circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous gold plated original Art Deco necklace, bracelet, brooch and earrings set. The set features channel set rhinestones and mother of pearl. It is probably German, but is not st...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Marina J. Draped Pearl Princess Necklace with Pink Sapphire & Solid 14k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A gorgeous "Princess" Necklace by Marina J. Inspired by romantic old world jewelry, this Draped Necklace is made entirely of natural Pearls Graduating in size, Pink Sapphires Briole...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a fancy elongated bar link chain with a pear cut Colombian emerald drop station Weighing approximately 2.83 carats - transparent medium green in color with minor traditi...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Gold .25 Carat Diamond Channel Set Cross Necklace On 18" 14k Italian Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very pretty necklace. It's unique because you don't see many channel set cross pendants. This is a necklace you can wear for any occasion or every day. It is pre-owned b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Blue Sapphire Elephant Pendant Set in Sterling Silver Unisex Gifts
Located in New York, NY
Unique Blue Sapphire Elephant Pendant in sterling silver studded with round cut blue sapphire. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Blue...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

100 carats Sapphires 0.44 Carats White Diamonds Clasp 18K Gold Sautoir Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Silhouette Collection Art Deco Style 100 Carats Blue Sapphires Bead Cut 0.44 White Diamonds placed as closure on both sides. Long Sautoir Necklace. The simplicity of the design, the preciousness of the cascade of Sapphires. The blue (my deep blue) of the sapphires supported by white gold and Diamonds on the closure, 96 cm long, so as to go around the neck twice; evocative colors of that summertime waves, as well as the deep winter...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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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