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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1970s
Period: 1940s
CHAUMET PARIS 18k Gold Scorpio Zodiac Pendant Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chaumet Paris 18k Yellow & White Gold Scorpio Zodiac Pendant Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer zodiac necklace...
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1970s French Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

18k Gold Capricorn Pendant Astrology Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A graceful 18k gold Capricorn pendant made of 18k gold, featuring ruby.
This vintage pendant is crafted in the form of an openwork ibex silhoue...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Jade Pendant, Vivid Green, Impeccable Carving, Certified Untreated Chromium Jade
Located in Southbury, CT
The jade carving you see here is no ordinary jade carving. It is a variety of jade known as kosmochlor jade. What, you ask, is kosmochlor jade? Well, it is also known as chromium jadeite. And chromium is the chemical element that gives jadeite its legendary emerald-green coloring. Chromium also gives South American emeralds their legendary emerald green coloring. Chromium jadeite is like jade with an extra helping of green. It's intensely colored jade that is also intensely beautiful. The jade carving has been certified by Stone Group Labs to be untreated kosmochlor jade from Burma. As the lab certificate explains, "Jadeite, Omphacite and Kosmochlor are distinct yet closely related minerals, commonly intergrown. Western countries refer to all as jade and by their more specific names when identification is possible. In Asia, they may all be collectively referred to as Fei Cui. Kosmochlor may also be referred to as chromium jadeite." The 14K yellow gold pendant dates to the 1940s and the hand-carved jade depicts flowers, a coin, and what I believe is fungi. Prosperity, longevity; these themes are found repeatedly in Chinese jade carvings...
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1940s Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Double Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp, French Art Deco; GIA
Located in Southbury, CT
Dating to approximately 1940, this luxurious strand of luminous, gleaming nearly-antique cultured pearls is so fine in quality it rivals -and in some ways surpasses- that of natural,...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1972 Abstract Necklace "Kili Kali"
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1972 Abstract Necklace Chain lenght 58cm Made of 830H Silver. No Engravings. In great condition for its age. Jorma Laine (1930-2002) was a Finnish je...
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1970s English Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Silver

Diamonds Multicolored Sapphires Amethyst White, Light-Pink Pearls 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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1970s Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, 14k...

Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace Chain lenght 62cm Made of 830H Silver. No Engravings. In great condition for its age. I have not ...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Silver

Antique 9 Carat Gold Citrine Spinning Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Citrine Spinning Fob Seal Pendant most beautiful citrine stone Measurements: Weight 10.41g, length 35mm, width 24mm Materials...
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1940s European Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold

Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Ram Head Necklace Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this rare necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from United States that was a pioneer in the Brutalist Movement in the 1960’s and ‘70’s. A...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Trifari 18K Gold Plated Scorpion Pendent Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a Statement with the Trifari 18k Gold Plated Scorpion Pendant Necklace! Introducing a piece of jewelry that combines classic elegance with a hint of edginess. The Trifari 18K Go...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Pierre Cardin 1970 Paris Geometric Long Necklace Chain In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric chain necklace designed by Pierre Cardin (1922-2020). Wonderful necklace chain, created during the French modernist period by the fashion designer Pierre Cardin, back in the 1970. This rare chain has been crafted in solid .925/1000 sterling silver with high polished finish. The design is composed by twenty-seven geometric elements in the shape of the Pierre Cardin logo, connected in between with circular links. Fitted with a discrete lobster lock with a plaque showing also the Pierre Cardin initials, PC. Weight: 32.7 grams (20.96). Length: 24.5 inches (62.23 cm). Measurements: The links are 22 mm by 7.5 mm by 1 mm (0.87 x 0.28 x 0.04 Inches) Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the silver and signed, "PIERRE CARDIN STERLING...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Gucci 1970 Geometric Pendant In .925 Sterling Silver With 18Kt Gold Vermeil
Located in Miami, FL
Asymmetric pendant designed by Gucci. Beautiful vintage piece, created in Milano Italy by the fashion house of Gucci, back in the 1970. This rare pendant has been crafted in solid ....
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1970s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver

1940s Vintage 34.92 Carat High Zircon and 9k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive vintage Art Deco 34.92 carat high zircon and 18 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch; part of our diverse Art Deco style jewellery collection. This ...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Zircon, Yellow Gold

1970s Three -Strand Pearl Diamond 18K Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Elegant Estate 1980s Natural Diamond and three Strand Akoya pearl Choker Necklace with solid 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Bar Link  The necklace has an ...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl

Green Agate, Lapis, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Malachite Pendant, Sterling Silver, Gemset Pendant, Green Pendant
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning malachite pendant is the perfect addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted from sterling silver and set with a beautiful malachite gemstone, th...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Malachite, Sterling Silver

Aldo Cipullo 1970 Graduated Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Red Coral and Onyx
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace designed by Aldo Cipullo. Magnificent and very rare vintage necklace, created In New York city by the iconic master jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo, back in the 1970. This necklace comprises of round onyxes carvings connected by rectangular links and red coral elements crafted with graduated patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Mount with natural gemstones and fitted with a hinged slashed push lock for security. The gold and the squared coral elements designed in an intricate way that is the signature style of Cipullo. This necklace is one of the greatest examples of vintage jewelry workmanship and the genius of Aldo Cipullo jewelry designs. Red Coral: Mounted in calibrated bezels, with 17 squared pyramids cabochons cuts graduated from 9 mm by 9 mm to 12 mm by 12 mm, carved from natural Sardinian vivid red corals. Black Onyx: Mount with 17 calibrated round open discs graduated from 20 mm to 37 mm, carved from natural black onyxes. Birthstone: Coral for the month of October. Weight: 176.95 Grams, (113.43 Dwt). Size: The total lenght is 22 Inches (55.8 Cm). Measurements: The widest part is 37 mm by mm (1.46 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with the maker's mark monogram AC, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "©A. CIPULLO .750". Cipullo para siempre - Gioiellis Aldo Cipullo (1942-1984), was an Italian born jeweler. He born and was raise in a family of designers with jewelry traditions, his father was the owner of a jewelry factory and his brother Renato Cipullo made jewelry designs for Christian Dior. Aldo, was the creator of the popular and iconic Cartier bracelets, love and the nail, still until today considered ones of the best designs of the 20th century. He work as a designer in New York, for David Webb (1960-1969) and Cartier (1969-1975). In 1975 he found his own company as a freelance designer. Literature: Renato Cipullo and Vivienne Becker, Cipullo: Making Jewelry Modern, Assouline 2021, Pp-104 for a similar examples). Note: The corals displayed...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 row Chanel necklace with red and green pate the verre, gold plated, 1970/80's
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Chanel Gripoix necklace by K. Lagerfeld (Made in France) 2 row gold-plated chain with 11 red and green pate de verre. Signed on the quilted tag on the clasp . Late 1970's early 1980 Aditional Information: Dimension: Length from the watch clasp...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Pearls Water Drop Pendant Crystals Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Pearls Water Drop Pendant Crystals Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Grosse '. Rare to fi...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Gold, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace, Ring and Ear clip Set
Located in New York, US
Necklace of scalloped design, centering a row of sapphires and accented by diamonds, accompanied by matching ring and earclips. - Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.65 car...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Modernism 1970 Concentric Circles Geometric Necklace Hammered 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural geometric necklace of circles designed by HVDS. Masterful sculptural necklace, created with an ultra modern style, back in the late 1970's. Very artistic piece, carefully...
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1970s North American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 3.60ct Round Cut Three Natural Amethyst Pendant Necklace, 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A charming vintage pendant with three natural round amethysts graduating in size, totaling approximately 3.60 carats. Crafted in 18k white gold. The measurements of the three amethys...
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1970s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, White Gold

Chanel Haute Couture Belt/ Necklace with Rhinestones, Pink and Blue Glass Paste
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel Haute Couture- Golden metal belt or necklace with rhinestones and pink and blue glass paste. Not signed Haute couture jewelry. Additional information: Condition: Very good co...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Magnesite, Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Bee 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamante Gold Tone with Faux Pearl Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Gold Tone with Faux Pearl Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s. This is a 5 row choker with prong set round stones. Then on top are small round flowers or round pieces surrou...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

Chanel Golden Metal Sautoir / Necklace with Rhinestone, Pearly Beads & Glass
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Golden metal sautoir / necklace with rhinestone rings, pearly beads, and red glass pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 155 cm...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Garnet Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Garnet and gold vintage necklace circa 1970. .ABOUT THIS ITEM: # N-D7228B. Scroll down for detailed specifications. The design comprises a series of uniform scalloped courses s...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Purple Amethyst Gemstone Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An old antique pendant made with a brilliant oval amethyst. the hand made craft workmanship style is clearly visible in this pendant with the beautiful art work around the stone. P...
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1940s Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Blue Sapphires Topazes White Gold 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

1970’s Georg Jensen Bent Gabrielsen long chain necklace
Located in Toronto, ON
1970’s Georg Jensen Bent Gabrielsen long chain necklace. Paperclip design with hammered finish on each link. Design number 195A. Over the head neck...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Car Charm Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1970s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.7 grams Diamond Details: Measurement: .75 inch long Condition: Excellent
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1970s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Retro Snake Chain Necklace with ZigZag Ornamental Front
Located in Darnestown, MD
This Retro necklace combines a traditional snake chain with an unusual ornamental zigzag front. Five arched V shapes are separated by curved links with two rubies on each. The neckla...
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1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Vintage 23.20 Carat Peridot and 1.38 Carat Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 23.20 carat peridot and 1.38 carat diamond, platinum pendant; part of our diverse gemstone jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and imp...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, Platinum

Vintage Diamante Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Mid Size Choker Circa 1970s. This is a 5 row choker with prong set round stones. It is slightly rounded so gives a very nice fit against the neck. Will go with any...
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1970s American Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Mixed Metal

CHAUMET PARIS 18k 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chaumet Paris 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer necklace. The necklace is circles and ...
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1970s French Vintage Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Graduated Cream Cultured Pearl Necklace with 9K Gold and Cultured Pearl Clasp
Located in London, GB
Beautiful graduated cream cultured pearl necklace, featuring a 9K gold clasp with dark red stones, possibly garnets. The pearls are knotted between each pearl. Measuring length 54 cm...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold

Long sautoir made of two rows of chains and one row of beads Chanel Circa 1970's
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Long sautoir made of two rows of chains and one row of synthetic beads . Small brand next to the hook&eye. Lenght = 95 cm
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1970s European Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Base Metal

Vivianna Torun Bülow-hube 18ct Gold Necklace #904 Designed for Georg Jensen
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A very delicate and sensual neck ring designed around 1970's by Vivianna Torun (1927-2004) , the most famous Swedish goldsmith. A 18ct neckring is referenced under #904 in the origi...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Andrew Clunn Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold And Platinum With 2.46 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant brooch designed by Andrew Clunn. Gorgeous convertible pendant-brooch, created in New York city at the jewelry atelier of Andrew Clunn. This piece has been crafted in the sha...
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1970s North American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 1...

1970s Celine 18k gold and ebony necklace
Located in London, GB
This necklace made in 1970s by Celine is a highly wearable piece with interlocking 18k gold and ebony links. The set also has a bracelet which is listed separately on 1stDibs. A phot...
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Lapponia 18ct Gold Diamond 'Legato' Pendant Necklace, 1977
Located in Glasgow, GB
A 18ct yellow and white gold 0.19ct diamond 'Legato' pendant necklace designed by Juhani Linnovaara for Lapponia. Hallmarked with the Lapponia makers mark, Common Control Mark '750'...
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1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Chanel Necklace / Sautoir with Glass Pearls and Costume Pearly Pearls
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with glass pearls and costume pearly pearls. Additional information: Condition: Good condition Dimensions: Length: 175 cm Seller Refe...
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1970s French Vintage Necklaces

European 1970s hand engraved 18k gold and diamond necklace
Located in London, GB
This remarkable 1970s 18k gold necklace is completely hand made and hand engraved. The corners of each triangular piece is adorned with small diamonds which accentuate the overall sp...
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1970s European Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier mother of pearl and lapis necklace carrying Jean-Jacques Cartier's mark
Located in London, GB
This is a rare necklace made by Jean-Jacques Cartier, the illustrious head of the London branch of the iconic Cartier brand. The chain is marked with the distinctive insignia of Jean...
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1970s English Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Salvador Dali Madonna De Port Lligat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Salvadore Dali " Madonna De Port Lligat" 18k Yellow Gold Necklace, measuring 26 inches in length with the pendant measuring 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches, an 8 inch section of the...
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1970s Spanish Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold 0.36ct Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Step back in time with our Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace, a stunning piece that encapsulates the bold spirit of the era. ...
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1970s English Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1970s Silver Native American Strong Red Carnelian Stone Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Silver Native American Strong Red Carnelian Stone Pendant—a timeless piece that seamlessly blends the craftsmanship of Native American jewelry with a versatile ...
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1970s Mexican Vintage Necklaces

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Silver

1970s Frascarolo Yellow Gold and Enamel long ajouré Sautoir
Located in Torino, IT
Bold and imposing Frascarolo’s long Sautoir crafted in 18 karat Yellow Gold adorned with vivid red Enamel to provide the perfect contrast. This exquisite 1970s very special Neckla...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tortoise Shell Bakelite Disc Necklace 1940s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous faux tortoise shell Bakelite disc necklace. Attached to an 18" chain are 22 1.50" oval discs in beautiful shades of brown. It closes with a spring ring clasp. Length ...
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1940s Vintage Necklaces

Vintage Italian Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood. By wearing a vintage coral necklace, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything. The length of the nec...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, Sterling Silver

Chanel Golden Metal Necklace / Sautoir with Glass Pearls
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal sautoir with glass pearls and costume pearly pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 132 cm Seller...
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1970s French Vintage Necklaces

Bent Gabrielsen Carved Agate and 18 Karat Gold Pendant with Chain Circa 1975
Located in New York, NY
A handmade carved agate and 18-karat gold pendant necklace by Bent Gabrielsen, Denmark circa 1975. Back of pendant stamped: makers mark, B. Gabrielsen P., Denmark, U 193, 750. Toggle...
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Multi strand blue faceted bead necklace and earrings, Ornella, Italy, 1970s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful and bright necklace and earrings from Milan based company Ornella, contemporaries of Coppola e Toppo. Sixteen rows of mixed faceted demi crystal beads hand in graduated r...
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1970s Italian Vintage Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

14 karat Chanti gold pendant in the shape of a heart with a male symbol.
Located in bronshoj, DK
14-karat Chanti gold pendant in the shape of a heart with a male symbol. Modernist design. From the 1970s/1980s. Goldsmith initials BH. In excellent condition. Dimensions: D 20 mm.
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1970s Danish Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Gold

Vintage Coral 18k Gold Long Chain Necklace and Earrings Jacket
Located in Miami, FL
Have multiple beautiful pieces of jewelry in one with this versatile Vintage Coral 18K Gold Convertible Drop Necklace and Earring Jackets! This rope chain ...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large statement piece from The Franklin Mint features the first recreation of great museum jewelry, the coronation scarab of the Pharaoh Tutankhame...
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1970s American Vintage Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Heart Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k. This chic heart-shaped pendant features a stunning four-and-a-half-carat cornflower blue Ceylon sapphire. The look is eighties elegance perfection. Finely construct...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Crystals Moon Diamond Long Bar Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone. Signed at the back. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Very good condition. 100% Genuine. This is a v...
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1970s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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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