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14K Gold Cubic Dove Necklace, Inspired by Picasso's "For a Beautiful Spring"
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Cubic Dove Charm Necklace made of 14K Gold - Inspired by Pablo Picasso's "For a Beautiful Spring" created by hands from every parts and every details. Thi...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Gold Dreaming Woman Charm Necklace, Inspired by Pablo Picasso's "La Reve"
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Dreaming Woman Charm Necklace made of 14K Gold - Inspired by Pablo Picasso's "La Reve" - La Reve Necklace - Dream Necklace created by hands from every part...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Gold Woman with a Cat Pendant Necklace, Inspired by Jiri Petr
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
Woman with a Cat Charm Necklace made of 14K Gold - Inspired by Jiri Petr's Woman with a Cat - Gold Cat Person Necklace created by hands from every par...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Gold Diamond Key Charm Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Key Necklace with Diamonds, Diamond Key Necklace, Gold Key Necklace, 14K Key Necklace, Key Charm Necklace, Gift For Her Special desing nec...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Gold Fleur De Lis Necklace, Gold Key Charm Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Key Necklace, Gold Fleur De Lis Necklace, Gold Necklace with Key Pendant, Gold Key Necklace, 14K Key Necklace, Key Charm Necklace Speci...
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2010s Turkish Art Deco Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Gold Cherry Necklace, Enamel Fruit Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Cherry Necklace - Enamel Fruit Necklace Special desing necklace with enamel. It’s a manual labour product. ‘Handmade’. Fashionable product....
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold, Enamel

14K Gold Mushroom Necklace, Enamel Fruit Necklace
Located in ISTANBUL, TR
14K Gold Mushroom Necklace - Enamel Fruit Necklace Special desing necklace with enamel. It’s a manual labour product. ‘Handmade’. Fashionable produc...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold, Enamel

Pierced Cross Pendant Necklace w Bead Frame w Cut Out Cross w Cable Chain, 14k
Located in Austin, TX
This stunning cross necklace takes a new spin on the traditional cross jewelry lovers have worn for years. The beautiful cut out of the cross in surrou...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Station Necklace, Yellow-White Gold, Two Strand Layered Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Show off your elegance with the beauty of this necklace. This piece looks stunning on any neck with two strands of 14 karat yellow gold with eye clean, round brilliant diamonds attac...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Angel Pendant Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Yellow Citrine Blue Topaz Gift
Located in Athens, GR
Guardian Angel Pendant Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold with Round Yellow Citrine and Pear Blue Topaz. The angel is made of 18Kt yellow gol...
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2010s Greek Modern Necklaces

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Citrine, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Capucelli '3.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '5.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds. Beautiful Diamond T...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Capucelli '7.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 3-Prongs
Located in Great Neck, NY
Description Beautiful Diamond Tennis Necklace. A staple in your jewelry collection. Handmade in New York City. This tennis necklace showcases a delicate 3 Prongs chain embellished wi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Pave Diamond Butterfly Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This diamond collection showcases elegant pieces that are extremely versatile and a timeless addition to your jewelry collection and are perfect for everyday wear. These pieces are part of our dainty and fine jewelry line known as TanisaJewelry - see more on Instagram @tanisajewelry. Pave Diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces

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

14K White Gold Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace 11.75cts
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace Features 11.75Cts of Diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds. FG color and SI calrity and Excellent cut 17" inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Emerald Pendant in 18kt Solid White Gold with Diamond
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut emerald and square cut diamonds. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emera...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

0.40 Carat Diamond Open Circle Karma Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold, Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
0.40 Carat Diamond Open Circle Karma Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold - Shlomit Rogel Make everyday sparkle! A beautiful and classic design, this contemporary circle pendant necklace is ...
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2010s Israeli Contemporary Necklaces

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

Teddy bear pendant in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Teddy bear pendant in 14k gold. Puffed Gummy Pear Statement Necklace. Love Care Symbol Gold Pendant. Cute bear charm. Metal: 14k gold Pendant size: 21.5x11.5 Weight: 1.7 gr Pendant...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Suzy Levian 14K Yellow Gold 0.33 Carat Bezel White Diamond Station Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Adorn yourself or your favorite person with the lovely elegance of this 14-karat gold and diamond necklace, which boasts 12 evenly spaced diamonds. Choose from multiple gold colors to complement the diamonds. The high-polish finish on the gold shines on its own and provides an ideal backdrop for the shimmering gems. Pair this necklace with formal evening wear...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 0.83 Carats 15 MM
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold pendant featuring one grey Tahitian Pearl measuring 15 mm with a diamond cap of 86 round brilliants weighing 0.83 carats. Diamond Bale 8.4 MM Long Diamond Cap w...
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2010s Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace G SI 14k Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14K Rose Gold 16 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 3.00CT G-H SI 14K Rose Gold, Prong style 16 i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Round Brilliant Diamond & Gold Disk Pendant 14k Gold Engravable Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Gorgeous Diamond Disk Necklace! 14 Karat Yellow Gold disk necklaces are huge in fine jewelry fashion! You can find them in every magazine. This diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.70 Carat Natural Red Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.70Ct Natural Red Ruby and Natural Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace Amazing looking piece! Stamped: 14K Oval-Cut Ruby Weight is Approx. 6.00 Carats Ruby Measures: 12 x 10m...
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2010s American Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Chalcedony, Sapphire Studded Enamel Pendant with Diamonds in 14 Karat Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Elegant and exquisite Enamel Cocktail 14 K Pendant, center set with 4.10 Cts. Cabochon Cut Blue Chalcedony Round . Surrounded with Blue Sapphire Rounds 0...
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2010s Indian Contemporary Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

105 Carat Natural Sapphire Bead Two-Strand Necklace Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural approximately 105 Ct Natural Sapphire Bead double Strand Necklace sterling silver adjustable clasp All natural beads , no color enhancement 14"- 16" long 2 layers of Nat...
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2010s Necklaces

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Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Paperclip Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold chain featuring 38 paperclip links weighing 9.46 grams. Available in white gold and rose gold. Available in smaller and bigger sizes. Email for more details. C...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Round Cut Diamond with Emerald and Sapphire Floral Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect with everyday wear, this charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant features brilliant-cut diamonds surrounded by emerald...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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

Ancient Persian 4th Century BC Cilicia Coin 22K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautifully detailed image of "Baaltars" sitting on a throne is surrounded by hand applied 22K wire work which complements and continues the border of this rare and authentic silve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Necklaces

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22k Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold Open Link Cable Chain Necklace - Shlomit Rogel - Make a Wish
Located in Ramatgan, IL
Shlomit Rogel - 14 Karat Rose Gold Open Link Cable Chain Necklace - Make a Wish Collection Classic and super versatile, this 14k rose gold cable chain is a must have in every jewelr...
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.28 Carat Natural Diamond Peace Sign Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
0.28 Carat Natural Diamond Peace Sign Necklace 14K White Gold 18'' Chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Atelier All Day 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Precious Ruby Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Shop our stunning 14K gold & precious heart-shaped, bezel set Ruby necklace now Heart-shaped jewelry a girl actually wants! Our stunning preci...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold 2 Carat Green Emerald Paperclip Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
This Elegant & Beautiful 14K Yellow Gold Necklace featuring a deep colored Emerald-Cut 9x7mm Emerald weighs 2 carats and is secured with 4 prongs, hangs on an 16" Paperclip Chain, Ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.20 Carat Diamond Pendant Hamsa Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold - Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
Diamond Pendant Hamsa Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold - Shlomit Rogel Beautiful 14K white gold Hamsa necklace set with 22 sparkling diamonds. It's a perfect gift to protect your lov...
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Necklaces

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

Angel Wings Necklace, 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Angle Pendant, NK6477Y4JJJ
Located in Austin, TX
This gorgeous 14k yellow gold angel wings pendant is sure to put a smile on anyone's face! This necklace looks beautiful worn by itself and al...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Suzy Levian Sterling Silver Blue Sapphire Solitaire Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Add subtle color to the classic look! This cable chain necklace is crafted of sterling silver and features a 1.25 ct blue sapphire gemstone, secured by four prongs. Whether you are m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Contemporary Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Pendant 14 Karat White Gold G SI Chain
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Cross Necklace 14K White Gold G SI 18 inches chain 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Necklace 1.01CT G-H SI 14K White Gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Saint Christopher Medal, 14 Karat Gold, Saint Christopher Pendant, Catholic
Located in Austin, TX
The Christian religion honors medals as a form of religious protection. The Saint Christopher medal is believed to protect the wearer on his or...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte-Finish Cross Pendant, Imprinted with the Word "Jerusalem" on the Front and Enhanced with 0.05 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Bale Sliding on a 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Pink Tourmaline Multiple Pendant 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat Rose gold chain necklace suspending 7 multiple cut Pink Tourmalines total carats 5.71. Dimension: L 17.71 in/ 45 cm We...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond French Bulldog Charm Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
For the Frenchie lover, this Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold French Bulldog Charm is full of personality and complete with diamond eyes. The cable chain is...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Angela Caputi Black Resin and Rattan Choler Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this gorgeous made-in-Italy resin and Lucite choker necklace. The around-the-neck shape boasts black resin geometric elements contrasted with three flat square...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace on Suede
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany designer, Thomas Kurilla created this 14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace on Suede, K.I.S.S. Keep it simple seasonally. Come on, who can design better than God? Butterfli...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Leaf Pendant, Accented with Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Ruffle-Edged Leaf Pendant, Accented with 0.11 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Bale, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Leaf Pendant, Accented with Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Leaf Pendant, Enhanced with 0.27 Carats of Pave Set Diamonds, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

PANIM 1 Carat Mille Etoiles Dangling Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM 1 Carat Mille Etoiles Dangling Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold Very delicate, yet with 1 carat of diamonds! This necklace featu...
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche ena...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Pendant chain necklace. Pendant sizes :7.87 in. x 7.87 in. Chain length :16.53 in. Alex Jona jewels stand ou...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Multicolor Sapphire South Sea Pearl Tassel 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold tassel necklace, featuring 52.85 carats of multicolor Sapphires. The tassel con...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

AIG Certified 47.00 Ct Burmese Ruby 8.90 Ct Diamonds 18k Gold Brooch/Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
A piece of Art . A perfect addition to your jewelry collection. This breathtaking piece is crafted with exquisite attention to detail, ensuring that it capture everyone's attention. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Byzantine 18K Yellow Gold Alhambra Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2475 Comes With Pouch Only RRP £2,750 Including taxes / $2,920Excluding taxes / €3,200 Model VCARD38900 Date approx 2012 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight Ap...
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2010s French Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 15.50 Carat Graduated Diamond Riviera Necklace in Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
15.50 Carat Total Natural Graduated Diamond Riviera Necklace in Platinum. This unisex necklace features 134 individual natural round brilliant cut white diamonds. Together, the dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Pegasus Denarius Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver denarius coin issued in 90 BC depicts a prancing Pegasus and the initials of the moneyer (minting authority in Republican Rome), Q Titius. The Romans incorporated...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Necklaces

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18k Gold

Dazzling 1.05ct Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.05ct Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Showcase unparalleled elegance with this 18k white gold pendant, featuring a round 1.05-carat diamond th...
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2010s Israeli Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Massive Silver and Turquoise Studded Cuff, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century studded silver and turquoise cuff A huge studded silver and turquoise cuff, made by Nepalese silversmiths in the second half of the 20th century. There are thirty-three...
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Late 20th Century Nepalese Artisan Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

Rare Tiffany & Co. Fleur de Lis Diamond Platinum Key Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Elevate your style with this exquisite Rare Tiffany & Co. Fleur de Lis Diamond Platinum Key Pendant Necklace. Crafted with precision and elegance, this pendant features a stunning Fl...
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Early 2000s Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 1.05ct Diamond Heart Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Encrusted with diamonds, this Victorian pendant is beautiful. The heart shaped design centres around an old cut diamond of 0.15 carat which is surrounded by multiple stones of variou...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

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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