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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: 1990s
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 1 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any q...
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1990s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold and steel Capricorn Zodiac sign flip medallion pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Bvlgari 18kt. yellow gold and steel Capricorn Zodiac sign flip medallion pendant. Crafted in 18 yellow gold, this pendant beautifully showcases the Capricorn zodiac sign. The pendan...
Category

1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Steel

Diamonds Yellow Topaz Garnet Rose Gold Silver Fly Shape Clasp Red Coral 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 Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Coral, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Tony Duquette Chrysoprase Rose Quartz Tahitian Pearl Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tony Duquette chrysoprase rose quartz Tahitian pearls and yellow gold necklace. * This Tony Duquette Chrysoprase Rose Quartz T...
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1990s Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

Bakelite and Lucite Extra Long Necklace with Orange, Green and Glitter Beads
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb extra-long Bakelite and Lucite beaded necklace was crafted in the 1980s with beads from the 1950s. The rounded beads have assorted sizes, and some have a pattern. Mix and...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

1950's Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cartoon Snoopy Vintage Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as the cartoon character Snoopy in gold with pierced details Shown in profile with crooked smile, fluffed hair, and wearing a collar Accented by a flush set single cut diam...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Loin Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Paris, large Lion medallion with Green Emerald Eyes. The Leo medallion is hallmarked Cartier and numbered 18 karat Yellow Gold. The chain is als...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 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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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Mikimoto Estate Akoya Pearl Necklace 17.5" 18k Y Gold 9.5 mm Certified $47,500 311590 Estate Mikimoto 44 Pearls LARGE 9.5 mm 17.5 Inches 18 KT Yellow Gold Clasp This Authentic Mik...
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1990s Japanese Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Vintage 8k Gold Top Silver Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 10.6 grams. Totally is diamond 1.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact fo...
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1990s Turkish Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

Emerald & Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Geneva, CH
A stunning emerald and diamond necklace in 18k yellow gold. The main body of the necklace features ....... cut natural emeralds. The emeralds have a total weight of approximately ......
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

French 1950s Mixed-Cut Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Fine handmade 18k white gold flower and leaf motif collar necklace, featuring round, baguette, old mine and old European-cut diamonds. Diamonds altogether weighing approximately 22....
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Atlas Choker Necklace 1990s
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Tiffany & Co. gold choker necklace. In 18 karat yellow gold. In the Atlas pattern. The 'Atlas' collection was designed by John Loring in the 1980's. It has over time proven...
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1990s Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Belgian 1950s Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage Belgian 1950s 0.54 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage diamond necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The articulated setting is composed of curvilinear feather shaped links, graduated in size. The centre of the shaped setting is ornamented with a multi-stranded drop setting, embellished with twelve individually 18k white gold four claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The feature setting suspends from a spiga style chain, securing with a cylindrical push fit clasp to the reverse. The push fit clasp is fitted with an additional safety chain and spring loaded bolt ring fastening. The necklace is hallmarked to the reverse with the Belgian 18k gold fineness mark -0750- and maker's mark. The safety chain clasp is also hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark -750. This Belgian diamond necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This stunning vintage 1950s diamond...
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1950s Belgian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Temple St. Clair Dangle Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 122.64 Ctw Diamonds And Gems
Located in Miami, FL
Dangle necklace designed by Temple St. Claire. Fabulous dangle necklace, created in Italy by the jewelry designer Temple St. Clair. This drop necklace has been crafted at her worksh...
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1990s Italian Modernist Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Iolite, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k...

VINTAGE 1950s DIAMANTÉ HEART STATEMENT NECKLACE
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 1950s diamanté collar necklace features heart drops, with three larger hearts forming the center. These diamanté heart motifs of the 1950s are constantly referenced in h...
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1950s Rococo Vintage Necklaces

Buccellati Textured Oval Link Chain Necklace
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Buccellati, this chain necklace can be worn long or doubled up. ♦ Designer: Buccellati ♦ Metal: 18kt yellow gold ♦ Length: 32 inches ♦ Weight: 34.8grams ♦ Packaging: Pampillon...
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1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Certified Type A Jade Good Fortune Pendant Necklace, Apple Green Patches
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video! This natural Jadeite Jade pendant is certified without any treatments. The pendant is set in 14k white gold. The inner circle is the Chinese character ...
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1990s Hong Kong Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Gold Plated Textured Knot Design Link Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Wonderful gold plated necklace with pairs of textured knot design links. The links finish with a shiny rectangle. Measuring length 46.2 cm / 18.1 inches by width 1.7 cm / .66 inch. ...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

David Yurman Oval Round Link Toggle Chain Necklace, 18K YG Sterling Silver
Located in McLeansville, NC
This David Yurman oval round link toggle chain necklace is a luxurious and elegant piece that will add a touch of sophistication to any outfit. Made with 18K yellow gold and sterling...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace
Located in Milano, IT
Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace is made by red resin bell pepper decorated with Hamilton gold-plated American pewter casting. Lane started designing jewelry and launched h...
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1990s North American Necklaces

Chanel pendant necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal pendant necklace. 1995 Fall-Winter Collection. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 80 cm CB272
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 20.9 grams. Totally is diamond 2.80 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 50 cm. Please contact for any q...
Category

1990s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage Pearl and 23 Carat Ruby Strand Turquoise and Diamond Clasp Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage double strand pearl and single strand 23 carat ruby necklace with a 4.20 carat turquoise and 3.38 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold clasp; part of our diverse jewellery and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The anterior portion of this stunning necklace displays an overlapping design displaying a central collet set cabochon cut turquoise. The scalloped edge setting is embellished with sixty-nine pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, in curvilinear arrangements. This exceptional pendant envelops a three strand necklace, displaying two strands of pearls flanking a strand of ruby beads. The ruby strand is comprised of one-hundred and fifteen rubies and the two strands of pearls of two-hundred and thirty-four pearls are conjoined with eight yellow gold set pearls. This impressive pearl necklace secures to the reverse with a yellow gold clasp ornamented with a turquoise bead. The clasp has been hallmarked with the French maker's mark and both the clasp and reverse of the pendant setting bear the 18kgold mark (eagle's head). This stunning vintage pearl and turquoise necklace...
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1990s Unknown Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer Crystal Necklace
Located in Romford, GB
A absolutely beautiful necklace with clear crystal and faux pearls from Christian Dior and Mitchel Maer. Very collectable piece of vintage 1950s jewellery. Signed on the plaque Christian Dior Mitchel...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

18kt gold pendant with half of Akoya pearl, onyx, and 0.50 cts. of diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
18kt yellow gold pendant with cultured half of Akoya pearl, onyx, and 0.50 carats of round brilliant diamonds. Hallmarked for 18kt gold. Dimensions - Length x width x depth: 3 x 2...
Category

1990s European Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl

Christian Dior vintage bud/flower necklace.
Located in Romford, GB
Here for you is this splendid vintage rose bud flower necklace by Christian Dior. It's a very unusual piece, and I've not seen another like this. With its beautiful purple enamel a...
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1990s Unknown Necklaces

1.42ctw Diamond and Tanzanite Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold, Length 18 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
This stunning 1.42ctw diamond and tanzanite pendant necklace is a true gem. Crafted in 14k white gold, this necklace features a breathtaking 1.4ct tanzanite center stone with 0.02ctw...
Category

1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive, vintage 7.80 carat lapis lazuli, pearl and 18k yellow gold chain necklace; part of our diverse collection of vintage necklaces. This exceptional...
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1990s Unknown Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bohemian Garnet Necklace Gilt 830 Silver / 43.5 cm / 25.8gr
Located in SE
Retro Period Garnet solid 830 and 18K Rose Gold Plated Silver Necklace. 34 linked florets each holding 7 rose cut Red Garnets. Florets Ø 8 mm. All stones with open backs. Halmarked ...
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1950s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver, Gold

Christian Dior by Mitchel Maer 1952-1956 Vintage Rhinestone and Pearl Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful and rare necklace was created by Mitchel Maer for Christian Dior between 1952 and 1956. Condition Report: Very Good - A faint hint of oxidisation to one link, a tin...
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1950s British Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Italian Jeweled Tassel Lariat from the 1990's. High quality manufacture with tassels and spheres trimmed in colorful crystals in amythest, crystal, emerald and ruby. 52" total. Tassels 4...
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1990s Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Retro Gold 5.50 Carat Natural Brilliant Colorless Diamond Elephant Necklace 1990
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Magnificent 5.50 Carat (appx) Natural Diamond Elephant Necklace set in 18k Yellow Gold. There are 24 elephant links. The piece is set with 456 Natural Colorless Round Brilliant Dia...
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1990s African Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

1994 Vintage Runway CHANEL Gold Toned Leather Chain Lucite Plate Long Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
This rare Chanel long necklace is crafted of gold toned chain of 190cm interlaced with black leather featuring transparent lucite square tags. These Chanel long necklaces in various colors were showcased on Chanel Runway in 1994 Fall/winter collection. Length measures approximately 75 inches (190cm). A must-have collectible. Stamped CHANEL 94...
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1990s French Necklaces

Italian Necklace Sautoir In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 342.40 Ctw In Color Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
A long necklace sautoir with color sapphires. A versatile long necklace sautoir, crafted in Italy with 18 karats yellow gold stations and seventy-nice carved natural sapphires of di...
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1990s Italian Modernist Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire,...

Elegant Tonal Faux Pearl Collar
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Tonal Faux Pearl Collar from the 1990's. 3 strand oval faux pearls of differing tones and sizes with matte gold clasp. Beads can be worn in different configurations. 16" x 1....
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1990s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Buccellati 1950's Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Segrinato Leaf Vintage Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a garland of grape leaves alternating with white and yellow gold Featuring round brilliant cut diamonds bead set in white gold leaves Weighing approximately 4.50 carats t...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.12ctw Diamond and Opal Pendant, 14k Yellow Gold, Small Dainty Pendant Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
This 14k yellow gold diamond and opal pendant is a beautiful and eye-catching piece of jewelry. Crafted with high-quality gold, this pendant features a dainty design that adds a touc...
Category

1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, Rubies, Onyx, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold 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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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold lock with diamonds on an pearl bead chain 14k bicolour gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k bicolour gold clasp with single cut diamond, total 0.10 carat F/G VS/SI, on 7 rows of pearl necklaces - 40 cm Detailed description the length of the pearl necklace is approxima...
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1950s Dutch Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Diamonds, Emeralds, Pearls, 9 Karat 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

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Kieselstein Cord Iconic Large Yellow Gold and Diamond Crowned Heart Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Barry Kieselstein Cord Crowned Heart Pendant, measuring 2 inches in length X 1 inch wide and 5/8 inch wide. Very well detailed with a frosted / brushed finish and set with...
Category

1990s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal chain necklace holding a golden metal pendant brooch with glass paste and costume pearls. 2cc5 Collection. Additional information: Condition: ...
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1990s French Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Mined Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Communion
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mined Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Mined Single Cut Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Solid 10K Yello...
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1990s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Style Pearl and Pate de Verre Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Chanel Style Pearl and Pate de Verre Sautoir from the 1990's. High quality faux jewelry made in Italy with hand knotted pearls, glass bea...
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1990s Italian Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Diamonds Aquamarine Cross 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Amethyst and bronze French tribal Necklace.Signed Cesaree París
By Cesare Paciotti
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Original jewel in bronze and amethyst beads handmade , artisan piece , 20th century. It is a magnificent jewel composed of a pyramid-shaped central piece, made of chiseled bronze, an...
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1990s French Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Bronze

Marina B Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Shape Link Statement Necklace by Marina B. With 19 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color This authentic Marina B statement necklace radiate...
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1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Harry Winston Diamond Necklace Bracelet & Earrings Set 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Harry Winston, Diamond Necklace, Bracelet and Earring set, Circa 1990's 282 diamonds with a Total Diamond Weight 73.60cts Necklace 40 carats Bracelet 22.80 cts Earrings 10.80 cts D...
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1990s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Giampaoli 1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Aquarius Zodiac Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a round disk form centering a raised depiction of a man with water vase Accompanied by stars and the astrological symbol for Aquarius Reverse depicts the Roman gods Vic...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chanel Rare Gripoix pendant, 1950s
Located in New York, NY
Very rare Chanel oval pendant poured with Gripoix glass. Coco Chanel years. Period: 1950s Signed. Condition: very good, some scratches and motel fading due to the age. ........Addi...
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1950s French Post-War Vintage Necklaces

David Yurman 18 Karat Gold Cable Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
David Yurman 18k yellow gold cross pendant with opening bail. Yurman's signature cable motif is present in this significant cross pendant. Centered on the back of the cross is the ha...
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1990s American Retro Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Carrera y Carrera 18K Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting vintage 18K Yellow Gold Elephant Motif Collar Necklace  From a well-distinguished legendary Spanish Jewelry Mason Carrera y Carrera world renowned for their expertise in ...
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1990s Spanish Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Coral, Tanzanite, Moonstones, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat Gold Pendant.
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 TO ITEMS WITH FIX PRICE, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic retrò pendant in 18 kt yellow gold and white gold mounted with a carved coral with motif of ladies. Twisted on them, structure in white gold studded with diamonds, tanzanite and moonstones...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Go...

Joseff Of Hollywood Necklace And Bracelet Vintage
Located in Romford, GB
Vintage Joseff Of Hollywood Stunning Necklace And Bracelet rare Set. Both pieces In aged gold metal finish . Some Slight tarnishing here and there on the necklace. Some small marks ...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Italian 5.40 Carats Diamond 18K Gold Collar Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting an Estate 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Collar Necklace  Crafted in Italian 18K Gold with natural round cut diamonds makes a ...
Category

1990s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Barry Kieselstein Cord Gold Disc Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Barry Kieselstein Cord Gold Disc Necklace A beautiful gold link necklace by Barry Kieselstein-Cord featuring 6 gold discs embossed with face mo...
Category

1990s Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage Kramer Necklace Brooch & Earrings Red Crystal Set
Located in Romford, GB
A Rare and Vintage Mid Century Kramer Of New York Red Parure Necklace Earrings Brooch. This is a Collectors dream! A Stunning and simply magnificent vint...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

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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