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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Byzantine
Blue Sapphire Birthstone Sterling Silver Pendant with Diamond for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Birthstone Pendant with Diamond is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning sapphire which helps in relieving stress, anxiety and d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Important 560 Carats Ruby Bead Multi-Strand Necklace 16 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Rubies = 560 Carats Metal: Mixed Necklace Length: 16 Inches
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Mixed Metal

Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This dainty Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Necklace features beautiful flashes of playful colors that catch both eyes and hearts. The 18k gold and diamond claw setting protects and keep ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

New Hermès Finesse Pendant Diamonds Rose Gold 18k
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning​ ​Hermès Pink​ ​Gold​ ​Pendant​ ​set​ ​with​ ​diamonds,​ ​adjustable​ ​lobster​ ​clasp.​ ​The​ ​ring-stick​ ​becomes​ ​pattern.​ ​A​ ​character,​ ​graphic​ ​and​ ​pure Pink...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

White Long Oval And Small Blue Oval Art Deco 2406N Chain Necklace
Located in Monrovia, CA
The pendant consist of white long oval and small blue oval new old stock vintage German glass beads that are framed with 24K gold. The beads were hand-pressed during the 1920s-1960s....
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Brass

Axe Pendant with Blue Sapphire Diamond in Sterling Silver Men's Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
This Axe Pendant with Blue Sapphire Diamond in Sterling Silver Men's Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning sapphire which helps in relie...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Emerald Art Deco Style Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This cool antique style filigree emerald pendant design in solid white gold features a finely detailed Art Deco filigree openwork. The center of this graceful pendant is highlighted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

17.80 Carats Emerald Natural Plain Drops Layout 19 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
17.80 Carats Emerald Natural Plain Drops Layout 19 Pieces For Fine Jewelry Gem Weight: 17.8 Carats Quantity: 1 Line Size - 3x6 To 8.5x13 Shape: Drops
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Other

Important Opal Jewelry Suite Set With Diamonds 69 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Necklace Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Important Opal Necklace Set With Diamonds 60 Carats Total 19.5 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

TJD 0.04 Carat Natural Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Chess King Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
A striking addition when worn on its own, this diamond pendant makes a stunning impression. This king pendant is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features 21 single cut diamonds ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful multi gemstone necklace taken from the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. The main body of this piece has been crafted from platinum and showcases an except...
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20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

NO RESERVE! 17.92 Carat Sapphire Riviera 14kt White gold - Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Sapphire Stone: Weight: 17.92 ct / 132 pieces Color: Blue Shape: Round Brilliant Heated Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, cu...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pear shaped diamond solitaire drop pendant necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Pear shaped diamond solitaire pendant necklace 18k white gold Classic pear shaped diamond solitaire pendant necklace in 18k white gold Diamond total weight 0.68ct G colour VS1 clarit...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB offers Vintage Sterling Deco pendant Venetian beads Lapis Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite, filigree pendant that is large and impressive. The size and sparkle make it outstanding and the lapis, vint...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique 14k WG Rose Cut & Mine Cut Diamond Pendant w 14k White Gold 18" Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous necklace!! The border of the pendant is lined brilliant cut stones. I know that the stones on top, bottom and in the middle test as diamonds. The top stone is a mi...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace. Featuring six carved pieces of pyrite-speckled lapis lazuli. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with purity marks. Circa 1930....
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pyrite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco 9ct rose gold Albert chain, shield fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
This gorgeous antique 9ct rose gold Albert chain is truly a handsome piece. A lovely chunky graduated curb link chain in a warm Rose gold, each link individually stamped for 9ct gol...
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

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

Materials

Silver Plate

Handmade Hermes Link 18K Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
DeKara Designs Collection Metal- 18K Rose Gold, .750. Measurements- 22 Inches Long, 4.25 MM Width. 44 Grams. Beautiful Handmade 18K Rose Gold Hermes Link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold Taper Baguette Pink Tourmaline Diamond Circle Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18k gold pink tourmaline taper baguettes diamond circle art deco pendant necklace This 18 karat gold stunning pendant is a mesmerizing blend...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green emerald soliatire drop pendant necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Green emerald drop pendant necklace 18k white gold Gorgeous green emerald pear shaped gemstone mounted in 18k white gold art deco style solitaire pendant necklace in 18k white gold. Perfect art deco style drop necklace with single solitaire drop necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Silver Target Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Diamond Ruby 14k Yellow Gold Silver Target Pendant. Featuring one old European cut diamond weighing approximately 1.00 carat, graded K color, I1 clarity. Accented by one...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Big 34.66 Carat Black Onyx and Diamond Pendant in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Big 34.66 Carat Black Onyx and Diamond Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning black onyx which promotes blood circulation. This del...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Deco Sterling pendant Cinnabar Rock crystal Sterling necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite Art Deco brooch pendant necklace. This piece is so amazing and is really enhanced by the large carved Cinnab...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Cultured Pearl necklace, 9k gold clasp, 1960s
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning vintage mid century cultured pearl, single strand necklace. Lustrous cultured pearls with such lovely Rosey and blue overtones when hitting the light, a sumptuous and ele...
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Mid-20th Century British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Sterling Silver Glass Aquamarine Opal Enamel Chinese pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a new Sterling Silver ,Figural Aqua Glass and enamel lovely pendant necklace. The Aquamarine matte beads and carved Aquamarine melon shaped beads with blue opal and sterling...
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2010s Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, Sterling Silver, Enamel

TJD 0.20 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14KT Gold Graduated Layered Circles Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring sparkle to your favorite casual or dressy looks with this diamond graduated circles pendant. This diamond pendant is crafted from 14-karat white gold and features 15 brilliant ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Serpentine Long Necklace 36"
Located in Chesterland, OH
"Lemon Jade" or Serpentine Necklace Lemon Jade is a "sister" gem to Serpentine and is the trade name for the light yellow-green variety of Serpentine. Lemo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

TJD 0.18 Carat Brilliant Cut Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Frame Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring sparkle to your favorite casual or dressy looks with this diamond oval pendant. This diamond pendant is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold and features 26 brilliant cut diamonds...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.76 ct Citrine & Pave Ruby Scarab Pendant Made In 18k yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:18.669g, Citr:6.76ct,Sapp:1.00ct,Enam:0.13g,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Citrine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Masonic Orb Ball Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Masonic Orb Ball Pendant very cool opening up pendant with detailed illustrations The item comes without the box in the photos bu...
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1920s British Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Yellow sapphire solitaire pendant necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Yellow sapphire solitaire pendant necklace 18k white gold Yellow sapphire natural pear shaped total weight 0.75ct natural untreated sapphire mounted in 18k white gold on 18 inches c...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Pendant w/ Marquise Shaped Blue Tanzanite Pave Diamonds In 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.372g,D:0.74ct, Tanz:0.78ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Initial A Alphabet Letter Charm Pendant w/ Pave Diamonds Made In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:4.795g,D:1.24ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Baguette Chain Pendant Necklaces Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.780g,D:0.14ct, Amet:0.08ct,Ioli:0.07ct,Quar:0.48ct,Sapp
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Rose Gold Channel Set Rhodolite Diamond Circle Art Deco Pendant Earrings Set
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This exquisite 18k rose gold rhodolite garnet diamond circle pendant earrings set is a mesmerizing fusion of sophistication and contemporary design. Crafted in radiant 18-karat gold,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Rhodolite, Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 4.50 Ct Natural Garnet 3.50 Ct Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This captivating late Art Deco period pendant is 1925 circa Skillfully hand crafted as unique of solid 18 Kt white gold Ravishing openwork sparkling with abandon for an effective imp...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

127.00 Carats Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gem Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
127.00 Carats Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gem Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 127.00 carats average Shape - Drops Size - 3x2 To 8x5 MM Quantity - 1 line
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline

Important Opal Jewelry Suite Set With Diamonds 69 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Necklace Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklac...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

LB offers Magnificent French Buckle Bakelite Glass Sterling pendant necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offer’s a magnificent, one of a kind, handmade, Art Deco style, antique French steel buckle, Bakelite, and antique rhinestone but...
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Early 1900s French Art Deco Antique Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Steel

79.19 Carats Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Top Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
79.19 Carats Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Top Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 79.19 carats Shape - Drops Size - 3x4 To 4x6 MM Quantity - 1 line
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline

Important Opal Necklace Set With Diamonds 60 Carats Total 19.5 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

52.16 Carats Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Top Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
52.16 Carats Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Top Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 52.16 carats Shape - Drops Size - 3x5 To 5x6 MM Quantity - 1 line
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Large Gripoix Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Pendant Brooch
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Large Lucky Clover Flower Gripoix Cabochon Orange Ruby Crystals Pearls Chunky Pendant Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition, light scratches on faux...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Initial D Alphabet Letter Charm Pendant w/ Pave Diamonds Made In 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:7.445g,D:2.08ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Multi Gemstone & Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace Made In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:3.781g,D:0.07ct, Aqua:0.11ct,Kyan:0.18ct,Sapp:0.21ct,Tanz
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Circa 1930s 14K White Gold Camphor Crystal Diamond Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1930s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.3 grams Diamond Details: .04ct Old European Brilliant, G-H Color, VS Clarity Measurement: 1.4...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Intricate Link Gold Chain - 26 inches
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 18K Yellow Gold Intricate Link Gold Chain - 26 inches. This beautiful antique gold chain is crafted in 18k yellow gold. The chain link has an intricate han...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin and Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Zambian Emerald Pendant with Round Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of 6x4 mm Pear-cut Emerald (1 pcs) 0.33 carat and Round-c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

66.88 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
66.88 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 66.88 carats average Shape - Drops Size - 3x4 To 4x5 MM Quantity - 1 l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Sapphire, Tourmaline

Multicolor Multigemstone Baguette Chain Pendant Necklaces In 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:5.990g, D:0.20ct, Ioli:1.40ct, Kyan:1.60ct, Lapi:2.70ct, Spin
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tsavorite Baguette Linear Bar Pendant
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Adorn yourself with the exquisite allure of the 18K Gold Tsavorite Baguette Bar Pendant, a graceful fusion of nature's beauty and contemporary elegance. This pendant showcases a slee...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

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Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

97.00 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
97.00 Carat Multi Color Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 97.00 carats average Shape - Drops Size - 3x4 To 4x5 MM Quantity - 1 l...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Tourmaline

59.00 Carats Pink Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, RJ
59.00 Carats Blue Sapphire Drops Top Quality Natural Gemstone For Fine Jewelry Gemstone - Sapphire Weight - 59.00 carats Shape - Drops Size - 2x3 To 3x4 MM Quantity - 1 line lengt...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire

Natural Diamonds by the yard, Natural Diamonds Station Necklace
Located in Singapore, SG
This simple minimalist design includes 8 natural diamonds that float around the neck on a dainty chain. Most importantly, every single stone is an earth-mined natural diamond, Brill...
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gin & Grace 10K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald Pendant for women
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant is crafted from 10-karat Yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of 5.0 Round-cut Emerald (1 Pcs) 0.470 carat. This Pendan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Pearl Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Unveil the splendor of yesteryears with this vintage necklace, strung with delicate freshwater rice pearls. This piece weighs 53.2 grams and spans 40 cm, culminating in a majestic,...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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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