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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1950s
Period: Early 1900s
Coral, Onyx, Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Kt White Gold and 14 kt 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

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mid Century Double Strand Pearls with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This elegant double strand pearl necklace is made of 170 7 mm cultured pearls of fine quality with a slightly rose luster and fitted with a diamond and 14k white gold clasp set with ...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k 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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 18 Kt Serpent Wrapped Rock Crystal Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
An 18 Kt gold serpent set with a turquoise wraps around the top of this icy clear rock crystal prism creating a talisman you will treasure. The crystal is strikingly faceted into an ...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Mid Century Crystal Headlight Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mid Century Crystal Headlight Choker Necklace from the 1950's. Huge crystals are wired with bead spacers and set in gold toned metal. Adjustable but sits tight on the neck. Max 14.5"...
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1950s American Vintage Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Silver Choker Necklace by Atelier Borgila Made Year 1956
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver necklace are made out of something that looks like silver patterned shields. The shields are placed together with simple hooks and the necklace also closes easil...
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1950s Swedish Vintage Necklaces

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Silver

St. Christopher Medal by Edmond-Henri Becker
Located in Bethesda, MD
This 18kt gold pendant shows St. Christopher crossing the water with Jesus on his shoulder. The jeweler was Edmond-Henri Becker, he was born in France in 1871. • Designer: Edmond He...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Estate 173 Grams Natural Unthread Coral Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Coral Beauty This outstanding massive Coral necklace would fit a queen! Beautiful quality mid-century age, full of charm, natural untreated, no dye, no wax filling, 1960 ca, Ita...
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1950s Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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Coral, Jade, 18k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique enamel, Art Nouveau pendant; part of our diverse jewellery and Art Nouveau pendants collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold, in the iconic Art Nouveau manner*. The pendant displays a central pierced decorated interlacing oval design ornamented with impressive hot enamel decoration, incorporating blue and green graduating tones. This antique enamel pendant suspends from a 14ct yellow gold chain via two ring loops to the apex of the frame, and secures to the reverse with a conventional ring bolt clasp fastening. The reverse surface of the Art Nouveau pendant is embellished with the contemporary engraved inscription 'To E.M.T. from W.E.F. 1st June 1910'. This pendant is hallmarked to the reverse with the 18k gold mark (18CT) and has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold with a 14 karat gold chain. NOTE:* This pendant reflects the iconic Art Nouveau gold and enamel jewellery designs of Liberty and Archibald Knox. Condition This antique pendant is exceptional quality and features impressive hot enamel panels. The Art Nouveau manner pendant is a superior gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition, with a clear hallmark to the reverse. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine Art Nouveau enamel pendant...
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mid Century Natural Turquoise Necklace 18 KT Diamond Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding mi-century Turquoise necklace is totally untreated, 1950 ca. Majority of Turquoise necklaces are in fact treated, stabilized , tinted, waxed, reconstituted, vaporized quarts enhanced to end with paste which is the poorer This scarce vintage find weighs 127 grams, large beads ranging from 11 mm. to 16 mm. Prizing gorgeous robin egg colour with minimal matrix Completed with a large Turquoise cabochon clasp complemented with a halo of round brilliant cut Diamonds for 1.60 Ct assessed G VVS...
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1950s European Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Mid-Century Diamond Platinum Circular Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One mid-century diamond platinum circular pendant / brooch with wreath motif featuring 75 round brilliant, baguette and pear diamonds weighing a total of 5.75 ct. with G-H-I color an...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Pink Corals, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò 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

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Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 35.0 CT Natural Aquamarine 1.50 Ct Diamond Rare Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Heirloom An impressive Edwardian era , classy flowery design , large sized brooch pendant, 1910 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT and solid silver, tested Impressive oval large size tak...
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Early 1900s Italian Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Françoise MONTAGUE Paris, Magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage from the 50s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE, 50s vintage, glass beads, rhinestones, exceptional quality work, by FRANÇOISE MONTAGUE, necklace length 66 cm, weight 134 g, NECKLACE is in good condition. F...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Edwardian Enamel and Silver Memorial Locket
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The enamel on this locket is black and wonderfully glossy, it really makes the silver pop. The locket also holds a cross on the front. The back of the locket is simply coated in the black enamel...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Enamel, Silver

Mixed Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Mixed Cut Diamond Necklace An 18-karat white gold necklace set with 308 round cut diamonds, 22 baguette cut diamonds, and 1 approximately 1...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Pendant Necklace A tennis necklace featuring baguette & round cut diamonds & two diamond bow motif clasps. The pendant set with baguette & marquise diamonds is removable as ...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Victorian Moonstone Dropper Necklace 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
An enchanting antique Victorian necklace adorned with ten mesmerising cabochon moonstones with a ghostly blue schiller. They range from 1 to 8ct and are bezel set along five graduating droppers at the bottom. The mystifying moonstone derives its name from the stone’s ethereal, luminescent light that was once believed to be moonlight in solid form. In Greek mythology they were associated with Selene, the feminine moon Goddess and said to be a path to love, wisdom and new beginnings. The piece is all 18ct gold and has been fitted with a fine gold chain and a new 9ct ring...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern Italian White Gold and Diamond Necklace and Earclip Set
Located in New York, US
Necklace accented by round brilliant diamonds, accompanied by matching earclips. - Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 9.85 carats - Necklace inner circumference 16 inches ...
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1950s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian Era GIA Certified Natural Saltwater Pearl & Old Euro Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Original antique Edwardian era GIA certified saltwater pearl and diamond necklace in a platinum setting. The Pearls are all natural, untreated, and...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Native American 1950 Zuni Bird Necklace In Sterling Inlaid Turquoise & Carnelian
By Zuni
Located in Miami, FL
A Native American Zuni necklace. A beautiful vintage tribal piece, created in Arizona by the Zuni Native American culture, back in the ...
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1950s North American Native American Vintage Necklaces

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 9.60 Ct Amethyst 1.60 Ct Diamond Large Cross Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Stunning Antique Cross This superb antique Diamond and Amethyst cross is 1905 ca. Very large and impressive past artwork beautifully rendered as unique piece of jewellery of solid 18...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Edardian 1.80 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum
Located in Napoli, IT
Glistening Diamond This very charming antique Diamond pendant necklace is turn of last century, 1900/09 ca Eye catching design of a bygone time Elegant and timeless, full of glisteni...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14.64 CTW Heart Cut Colombian Emerald Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a stylized chain suspending a heart shaped enhancer pendant centering a heart cut emerald Weighing 9.58 carats - natural Colombian in origin with minor traditional clarit...
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1950s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Collar Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Antique hand crafted Tibetan Ceremonial Silver Collar decorated with natural raw turquoise, natural coral beads and lapis lazuli. About 156 grams, 16" long 2" wide.
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Early 1900s Tibetan Anglo-Indian Antique Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

Set of Necklace and Bracelet in Baroque Glass Beads
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Set made of baroque glass beads. Not signed, this set is from the 1950s. Additional information: Dimensions: Necklace: 85 cm (33.46 in) to 95.5 cm (37.6 in) Bracelet: 19 cm (7.4...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

Edwardian 16.40 Ct Aquamarine Diamond necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Sublime Edwardian Authentic Edwardian Platinum necklace set with Natural not treated Aquamarine and Diamond in a delightful bow design with large centrepiece drop Exquisite workmansh...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Crown Trifari 1950s Beaded Orange Coral White Pearls Flowers Jewellery Set
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light scratches or colour loss. Signed at the back. One tiny stone on the necklace is lighter colour than others, barely noticeable. Size: E...
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1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Crown Trifari 1950s Gripoix Navy Grey Round Square Large Pendant Silver Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. A very beautiful necklace, signed at the back. Size: 40 cm, extend chain: 6 cm. Pendants: 15.5*3.2 cm. ...
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1950s American Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Edwardian 2.55 Ct Diamond Snowflake Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
The Magic Snowflakes Like pure white sparkles atop freshly fallen snow, a tribute to the magic of nature Edwardian period in transition to the Victorian, Diamond snowflake pendant, s...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

54" Peach and Sage Green Czech Bead Necklace, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 54" length - Tan, green and milky white Czech glass beads - Gold tone filigree bead caps - Circa 1950s ...
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1950s Czech Modern Vintage Necklaces

Antique Coral Choker
Located in New York, NY
Antique Coral Choker Necklace. A coral choker composed of coral beads that are elegantly connected by gold links. This piece also features a gold oval and wreath design, adorned wit...
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Early 1900s Antique Necklaces

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Edwardian 1905 Enameled Flower Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian enameled flower convertible brooch. An extremely beautiful and rare piece, created in America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, back in the 1900-1910. This...
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Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold

Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare pendant was made in Saint Petersburg between 1904 and 1908 by Carl Blank, jeweler of the Russian Imperial Court and Tsar Nicholas II. The pendant is finely crafted in matte platinum (front) and 14K gold (back). It features two excellent red spinels from Burma accented by old mine cut diamonds. The spinels were tested by Swiss Gemmological Institute in Basel (test report no. 87913) and found to be natural and untreated. Estimated total spinel weight is 2.70 carats. Approximate total diamond weight is 3.18 carats. In the early 1900s, platinum was an exotic metal. In Russia, it was rarely used in jewelry (not until 1930s). Apparently only jewelers of the Imperial court like Faberge, Bolin and Blank experimented with platinum. Marked on frame with 56 zolotnik old Russian gold standard (there was no mark for platinum at that time) and on bail with maker’s initials ‘ CB’ for Carl Blank, St. Petersburg assay mark with initials ‘AP’ for assay master Alexander Romanov...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

French 18 k Topaz Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A fine Brooch Pendant French 18 k Topaz Pendant
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Topaz, 18k Gold

Egyptian Revival Pendant, Piel Freres
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Revival Pendant, attributed to Piel Freres from the early 1900's. This started as an antique belt buckle and was converted into a pendant...
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Early 1900s French Egyptian Revival Antique Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Bronze

Vintage Los Castillo Marked Brass Interlocking Hands Collar Sculptural Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This very rare vintage brass mid century modern hallmarked and signed Los Castillo collar necklace is abstract. It is one of interlocking modernist...
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1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Brass

Native American Navajo 1950 Squash Blossom Necklace Sterling and Green Turquoise
Located in Miami, FL
Exceptional Native American Navajo necklace. A beautiful vintage tribal piece, created in Arizona by the Navajo native Americans back in the 1950. This squash blossom necklace was e...
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1950s North American Native American Vintage Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver

French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Curb Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle and rhinoceros heads hallmarks . Timeless antique gold necklace, it consists of slightly curved links and articulated between them. The attach...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Diamond Multi Gemstone Link Bracelet Necklace Set
Located in Montclair, NJ
This beautiful vintage statement necklace and bracelet matching set by Tiffany & Co. is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. This solid and very well made set features fancy domed lin...
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1950s Retro Vintage Necklaces

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

Eugene Feuilltre Art Nouveau Enamel 18 Karat Gold Lily Lady Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an elongated shield-shaped form centering a highly rendered portrait of a woman With flowing textured hair and dimensional lily flower surround Glossed with transparent e...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

German Art Nouveau Silver Necklace Flower Oval Citrine
Located in Berkeley, CA
This beautiful oval citrine is set in a halo of floral motifs that are repeated in the decorative chain. The chain is long enough so you can layer it with other favorite pieces or st...
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

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Citrine, Silver

Edwardian 15ct Gold Amethyst and Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 15ct yellow gold amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant is stamped '15c' to denote 15ct gold fineness. Period: - Early 20...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 'Faith, Hope & Charity' 9 Carat Gold Pendant Cluster
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous victorian cluster holds an anchor, heart and cross. this stands for Faith, hope and charity. They are modelled in 9carat gold and the heart has fabulous engraving on it...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Gold

Antique Edwardian GIA Natural Pearl Sapphire Platinum Floral Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A royalty piece from the late 1800s. This antique Edwardian Diamond GIA Natural Pearl Sapphire Platinum Floral Pendant Chain Necklace will romance e...
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Early 1900s Art Deco Antique Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 8.50 Ct Diamond Drop Platinum Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Sense the eternal elegance impressed into History Edwardian Jewelry has always been known for its elegance, particularly in its understated yet feminine design, finest jewellery of t...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

11.43 Carat Amethyst and 1.45 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 11.43 carat amethyst and 1.45 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections This stunning, fine and impressive vintage amethyst pendant...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Vintage 1950 Vatican Guard Charm Pendant in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vatican guard charm-pendant Beautiful and highly detailed three-dimensional piece, created in Italy during the post-war and the mid-century period, back in the 1950. This stunning ...
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1950s Italian Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1962 Christian Dior Signed Honey Graduated Bead Resin Double Necklace
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a fabulous honey colored Christian Dior necklace. Elevate your style with the timeless beauty of this 1962 Christian Dior honey graduated bead resin double necklace. This ...
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1950s Italian Vintage Necklaces

CHANEL GRIPOIX 1950, NECKLACE and BRACELET, gadrooned gilt beads, Gripoix glass
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Old Gripoix NECKLACE and BRACELET set, composed of small beads in gadrooned gilt metal enhanced with glass beads in pendants, imitation ruby, emerald, white cultured pearls, 50s vintage, by Maison Gripoix, necklace length (with clasp) 45 cm, necklace weight 56 g, bracelet length (with clasp) 23 cm...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Robert GOOSSENS Paris, magnificent old NECKLACE, vintage, glass, High Fashion
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE, 50s vintage, by High Fashion designer Robert GOOSSENS, length 94 cm, weight 84 g, extraordinary work, exceptional quality, golden metal, glass beads, good con...
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1950s French Vintage Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Robert GOOSSENS Paris, magnificent old necklace, vintage, High Fashion
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Beautiful old NECKLACE, 50s vintage, by High Fashion designer Robert GOOSSENS, total length 42 cm, length without clasp 37 cm, weight 84 g, extraordinary work, exceptional quality, g...
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1950s French Artist Vintage Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Opal and Crystal Necklace, c.1950s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful opal and Crystal string necklace dates back to the 1950s. It features a total of 27 graduated opals, the size of which range from 14mm in diameter for the biggest to 6...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Crystal, Opal, 18k Gold

Onyx, Jade Pearls, Rose Gold and Silver Retrò 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

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Jade, Onyx, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage 33.20 Carat Aquamarine 3.59 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 3.59 carat diamond necklace with 33.20 carat aquamarine drop pendant crafted in platinum; part of our diverse vintage aquamarine jewelry colle...
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1950s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Double Strand Pearl Necklace with A White Gold , Diamond & Pearl Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This double strand Pearl necklace is set with is set with a diamond and cultured pearl clasp in 14k white gold set with single cut diamonds .The cultured pearls are approximately 8 ...
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1950s American Post-War Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Victorian Gold Fob Lapis
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CIRCA: 1950’s MATERIALS: 14k Gold GEMSTONE: Lapis WEIGHT: 21.3 grams MEASUREMENTS: 5 1/4" x 3/4" ITEM DETAILS: An amazing Victorian 14k gold fob featu...
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1950s Unknown Victorian Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Cross 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 Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose 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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