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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Nouveau
Style: Native American
Large Honey Amber Pendant 925 Silver Southwestern Necklace Earring Set
Located in Lynnwood, WA
Southwestern style, large honey amber pendant (1.375" x 1.74") inlayed into sterling silver on beaded necklace of Arizona turquoise, natural stone, glass, with both dark metal and st...
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1980s American Native American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Turquoise, Silver

Chinese Antique Jade Necklace, Nephrite, Certified Untreated, 33"
Located in Southbury, CT
This opera-length (33") nephrite jade necklace is exactly like the one your Chinese great-grandmother wore or maybe still does wear. Those of us without a Chinese great-grandmother must make do with whatever treasures we can find. And this is one of those found treasures. A proper old-school Chinese nephrite beaded necklace...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Antique 18 Kt French Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
A very French necklace from the Art Nouveau period that is typical of French design of the era. It is graceful and lacy as its links graduate all around the neckline. French Art Nouv...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Southwestern 14k Gold Turquoise & Agate Beaded Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Southwestern squash blossom necklace. With graduated heishi or wafer shaped turquoise & agate beads. With 3 interspersed 14k gold squash blossom...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

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Agate, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Charles Boutet de Monvel Art Nouveau Peacock Pendant
Located in London, GB
A beautiful documented Art Nouveau Peacock pendant by Charles Boutet de Monvel. The mirrored image of the bird creating a heat shaped pendant. Gilded ...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver

Art Deco Floral Diamond & French Cut Sapphire Filigree Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period old European cut diamond, and French cut sapphire filigree pendant. Set throughout with a total of nineteen diamonds weighing 0.78ctw of G color and VS clarity. ...
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Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Ruby Black Crystals Triangle Pendant Gold Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine. Length: 32 cm. Extend chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 7.5*1.3 cm. Weight: 33 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with ve...
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Um 1900 – "GIP" Art Nouveau Horncollier von Georges Pierre Motiv Mohnblume
By Georges Pierre
Located in Berlin, DE
Von einem der großen Meister des französischen Hornschmucks stammt dieser fabelhaft handgeschnitzte Anhänger: Georges Pierre. Er ist vom Künstler mit dessen berühmter Signatur GIP ve...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold River & Seed Pearl Flower Dangle Pendant w/ Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (14) Genuine River & Seed Pearls - Baroque & Round Shape - Stem Set - Nice White Color Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Weight: 6.70 Grams Overall Width: 27.1mm (1") H...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.96ct Aquamarine and Pearl, 15ct Yellow Gold Pendant - Antique Circa 1895
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau style 0.96 carat aquamarine and pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique aquamarine jewellery collections. This fin...
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1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau French Mistletoe Silver Mirror Pendant
Located in Portland, GB
This beautiful and finely crafted French solid silver mirror pendant is made circa 1890 and features a beautiful repousse mistletoe design in a very d...
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1990s Unisex Classic Interlock Link Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss. Signed Dior at clamp. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. Size: 40 cm. Extend chain: 5 cm. Weight: 60 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. ...
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1990s German Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Signed Southwestern Silver, Turquoise and Leather Bolo Tie
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver, turquoise, and leather bolo tie. With a convex 3-dimensional bolo stamped and bevelled to the side and bezel set with a diamond shaped turquoise gemstone to its cente...
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20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Minimalist Ruby and Diamond Semi Halo Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Minimalist Ruby and Diamond Semi Halo Pendant Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning ruby which enhances confidence, leadership qua...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Inlay Necklace & Earring Set, Pendant with Turquoise & Coral
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sterling silver and inlay necklace and earrings set by Navajo silversmith Jack Tom. The pendant has turquoise and coral. Tom's signature design is sleek and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Fresh Water Natural Pearl Beaded Necklace
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Indulge in the timeless allure of this Vintage Fresh Water Natural Pearl Beaded Necklace. Adorned with lustrous pearls, this necklace exudes classic eleg...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Natural Pearl

Antique Art Nouveau Georg JensenPendant Necklace Silver Turquoise Horn Leaves
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This striking Art Nouveau pendant has been designed by Georg Jensen, Denmark. This unusual jewel was handcrafted out of sterling silver in the beginning of the 20th century. It is de...
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1910s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Antique Art Nouveau 9ct Gold Topaz And Pearl Pendant
Located in Portland, GB
A beautiful Art Nouveau lavalier 9ct gold pendant decorated with two round topaz stones together with six lustre seed pearls. The pendant is designed in a typical for Art Nouveau sty...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, Gold

18k Vintage Nouvelle Bague Onyx Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 18k Vintage Nouvelle Bague Onyx Necklace is an exquisite piece of luxury that exudes sophistication and timelessness. Diamond & Onyx detail 18k Whi...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Necklace with Dangling Purse
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a sterling necklace with dangling purse. This 24 inch long necklace is attached to a 1.5 x 3.5 x 1 inch purse pendant. This detailed purse with flower...
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2010s Thai Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Handcrafted Pink Coral Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Double 5 Strand Layer Rope Snake Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Double 5 Strand Layer Rope Snake Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely not...
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1960s German Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Vintage Southwestern Style Graduated Sterling Silver Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A vintage Southwestern style beaded necklace. In sterling silver. With graduated beads strung on a silver link chain. Approx. 22 in. Simply a wonderful silver beaded necklace! ...
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20th Century Native American Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Style Ruby Emerald Sapphire Opal Yellow Gold "Moon Phases" Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Sapphire, Ruby, Peridot, Opal, Garnet, Emerald...

Sterling Silver Inlay Necklace & Earrings Set with Turquoise, Jet, Jasper, Coral
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Sterling silver and inlay necklace and earrings set by Navajo silversmith Jack Tom. The pendant has turquoise, jet, jasper, coral, spiney oyster. Tom's signa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces

Celine Vintage Unisex Triumph Pendant Iconic Logo Chain Interlock Belt Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Celine Vintage Unisex Triumph Pendant Iconic Logo Chain Interlock Belt Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Can be used as necklace too. A very beautifu...
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1990s German Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

14.8ct Octagon Ruby and Mixed Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18k Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
14.8ct Octagon Ruby and Mixed Diamond Tennis Necklace in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut ruby and cluster of diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Ruby improves mental strength. Designed with octagon cut ruby each set after the cluster of diamonds in solid gold settings. This is a perfect ruby and diamond tennis necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Boulder Opal Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Art Nouveau era was a short-lived period of design which produced the most naturalistic and beautiful designs in history. This boulder opal necklaces encompasses all of the class...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique ArtNouveau European FauxLampwork Glass Flora CherryBlossom Long Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
With a silver clasp that could be as old as the Victorian period and in an Art-Nouveau style with pale intricate flora motifs, this antique long glass necklace features lampwork-like...
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Kohn & Sons Precious Topaz and Pearl Leaf Motif Pendant Necklace
By Kohn
Located in Boston, MA
A beautiful art nouveau necklace by Maiden Lane maker Henry Kohn & Sons. Kohn were known for producing this exact style of beautiful organic work with richly detailed leaves and vine...
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1930s Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold

Collier Art nouveau en or 18 carats et perles
Located in PARIS, FR
Collier Art nouveau en or 18 carats (750 millièmes) dont le motif central à décor de feuillage est souligné de perles. Ce dernier mesure 3 cm de large par 4,3 cm de large. La chaîne ...
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Navajo Turquoise Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Double strand Navajo pearl sterling silver and Morenci turquoise necklace. Six high quality stones each encased in in sterling feather and bead desig...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Triangle Square Crystals Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Triangle Arrow Square Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Not any scratches, or colour loss. Marked 'Chr.Dior...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Old gold pendant with pearl and diamonds 0.50 ct, Austria-Hungary, circa 1920.
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old pendant in the form of a carnation with a pearl and nine diamonds in the former brilliant cut, the so-called "old" The pendant is made of yellow and white gold (0.585). Orig...
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1920s Austrian Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Rare
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND PEAR SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL ACANTHUS LEAF MOTIF SETTING IN AN OPEN WORK FESTOON SWAG DESIGN IN STERLING SILVER DATING TO CIRCA 1890-1900. It is very rare to find antique Art Nouveau Festoon necklaces in Sterling Silver. The combination of the gorgeous silver work with the purple amethysts is absolutely magnificent. The art nouveau scrolling acanthus leaf design is of the highest quality. The stunning amethyst gems are oval faceted jewels with a faceted pear shape drop at the bottom. The festoon necklace hangs beautifully around the neck. Finding an art nouveau amethyst festoon necklace...
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Carrera Y Carrera Horse Themed Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful creation from famed designer Carrera Y Carrera. Crafted in 18k yellow gold this horse themed diamond pendant is more than a necklace it is a piece of art! Details are endless as both satin and high polish techniques are seen to highlight specific portions of the pendant. Bold definition is seen in the horses face...
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Late 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Emerald Diamond Pink Coral Yellow Gold Bee on Flower Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, ...

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Small Native American Navajo Indian sterling silver and turquoise cross pendant. Featuring thick 3-dimensional arms and body with single sky-blue sleeping beauty stone in center. Bac...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Navajo Turquoise Vintage Squash Blossom Necklace 26 1/4" 925
Located in Greensboro, NC
Native American Artisan: (unsigned) Tribal Affiliation: Navajo Era: Vintage Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Turquoise Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Color: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Native American Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise

Art Nouveau gold and silver pendant, Belle Epoque, France, circa 1910.
Located in Chorzów, PL
French Art Nouveau - an antique necklace made of yellow gold and silver with a gold-plated metal chain. The Art Nouveau element was probably originally a brooch turned into a pendant...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique French Golden Necklace in original case, France, circa 1910.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique filigree necklace made of 18-carat gold (0.750 fineness), French Art Nouveau, circa 1910. The necklace is in its original case. Com...
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1910s French Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique Bohemian Red Garnet Pearl Butterfly Insect Pendant Or Brooch Silver
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Art Nouveau - Art Deco Butterfly Insect Pendant Necklace or Brooch Pin set with magnificent flat cut Bohemian Garnet gems and Pearls in Silver. The stunning three dimensional butterfly insect is set throughout with large flat cut Bohemian Garnets and smaller round faceted Garnets. Flat cut garnets are earlier antique cuts and are highly desirable in antique garnet jewelry...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Garnet, Silver

Signed Navajo Tommy Singer Sterling Silver, Turquoise & Gemstone Beaded Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Native American graduated beaded necklace. By Tommy Singer. In sterling silver with barrel-shaped gold & silver beads and various spacers, graduated turquoise heishei...
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20th Century American Native American Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen 4 strand Lapis and Sterling Silver Necklace C.1933
Located in Toronto, ON
Very rare collectors piece Georg Jensen Lapis and Sterling Silver Necklace, four-tiered graduated strand design No 1, C.1933. Bezel set oval and round lap...
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1930s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Denmark Acorn Sterling Silver Child Fork 3 3/4" #15214
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver child fork in the Acorn pattern by Georg Jensen. The Acorn pattern was introduced in 1915 as a collaboration between Georg Jensen and designer Johan Ronde. The Acorn...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiny Zuni Sterling Silver and Lapis Cross
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Tiny Native American Zuni Indian lapis and sterling silver cross pendant. This delicate pendant features five thin needlepoint lapis stones arranged in straight lines across arms and body of cross with three sterling beads at each end. Strung through thin sterling chain. This piece would make a great addition to a casual or formal modern western outfit...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior by John Galliano antique-style filigree choker necklace, ss 1999
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Christian Dior choker necklace ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Spring-Summer 1999 ▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive This rare Christian Dior choker necklace features ...
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1990s French Art Nouveau Necklaces

Christian Dior GROSSE 1973 Vintage Versatile Chunky Link Extra Long Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1973 Vintage Versatile Chunky Link Chain Extra Long Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% genuine. A unique piece. Signed "...
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Navajo Kachina Turquoise Bolo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Sterling silver bolo by Native American Navajo Indian silversmith Avin Joe in the shape of a detailed Kachina with single Kingman turquoise stone on a black braided rope tie. Stamped...
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2010s American Native American Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Vintage Art Nouveau Pearl Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite cream-white ultra-baroque freshwater pearl necklace. The necklace features six strands of lustrous pearls with a unique gold-plated Art Nouveau clasp...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate

Antique 18k gold Sautoir necklace, 157.5cm long guard, French Victorian chain
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely 18 K yellow gold sautoir necklace that can be worn as a single, double or triple stand. This elegant necklace consists out alternating simpler and fancy looking links with lovely filigree scroll decorations and millegrain details. The chain closes with a small antique spring ring...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large and Exceptional Navajo Kingman Turquoise Bolo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Exceptionally large Native American Navajo Indian Kingman turquoise and sterling silver bolo by Avin Joe. This piece is a show stopper! 1 inch thick, 6 inches long, 4 inches wide and...
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2010s American Native American Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Certified Natural Uncut rose cut Diamonds Sterling silver ribbon bow necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous ribbon bow uncut rose cut diamond silver necklace is unique in itself. It has been created by the fine artisans using Na...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Diamond, Sterling Silver

Natural Uncut Diamonds green onyx Sterling silver necklace with earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
This gorgeous Floral Style necklace set is unique in itself. It has been created by the fine artisans using Natural real Uncut Diamond and Moonstone. The Gemstones and Diamonds have ...
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2010s Asian Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Sterling Silver

1800s Antique 3.36 Carat Diamond and 9k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 3.36 carat diamond and 9 karat yellow gold, silver set star brooch/pendant; part of our diverse antique Victorian diamond jewellery...
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1870s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Navajo 10 Strand Turquoise Beaded Necklace
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Large premium grade A Kingman turquoise ten strand beaded necklace interspersed with various spiny oyster beads in orange and purple along with sterling silver beads. Navajo Native A...
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2010s American Native American Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Beaded Turquoise Necklace with Three Crosses
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Native American Nacajo Indian turquoise beaded necklace. Featuring one large sterling wrapped cross pendant attached to beaded chain. Beads are also made of turquois and oblong shape...
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Late 20th Century American Native American Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

19th Century Hand Carved Coral And Pearl Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 19th century Coral and Pearl Pendant. It depicts a bouquet of branches of flowers and leaves made of hand carved coral. The top center of the bouquet is enhanced by a cultu...
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gilt Metal

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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