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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Art Deco
14k Solid Yellow Gold 6.11CT Oval Shape Natural Opal 0.17CT Diamond Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Elegant and opulent! Opal is always a semi-precious stone that you will not be disappointed with! Spectacular 14k solid yellow gold pendant made up of 6.11 carats gem Opal in a clas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin Cento Diamond 18 Carat Gold O Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
Roberto Coin Cento 18 carat white gold "O" pendant set with a fine quality round brilliant cut diamond with an approximate minimum weight of 0.70 ca...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Goossens Paris Boucle Cocktail Secret Box Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
New at the House of Goossens. Necklace with medallion and secret box, mounted on a sautoir chain. Yellow gold finish. The Boucle Cocktail Collection reveals a jewel in relief punctua...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Vintage 20 Motif Alhambra 1985 Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Vintage White Coral 20 Motif Alhambra Chain Necklace. Circa 1985. With accommodating paperwork. A very rare 20 motif Alhmabra necklace in White Coral, V...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

Vintage 925 Sterling Silver & Turquoise Pill Box Locket with Chain Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
Vintage Italy 925 Sterling Silver & Turquoise Pill Box or LocketThe Necklace with chain. You can have your choice of chains. I have a 17 inch Silver Plated Magnetic Closure Chain o...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold, .12 Carat Diamond and Enamel Baby Shoe Charm
Located in New York, NY
"The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" Crafted in Italy, This 18 karat yellow gold bootie shoe charm is designed with light blue enamel and pink/purple flowers. The shoe is further enha...
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Early 2000s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18k Solid Gold Diamond Necklace Taurus Zodiac Sign Diamond Zodiac Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful and Sparkly Diamond Taurus Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / White Gold. Natural genuine ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Verdura Citrine Diamond Pearl Byzantine Long Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
"Byzantine" long necklace, featuring a single-strand comprised of polished citrine beads accented by gold beads, silver and diamond pierced beads, and cultured pearls. 18k yellow go...
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2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

18k Gold Diamond Emerald Butterfly Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Emerald butterfly necklace, Minimalist Emerald butterfly pendant, Nature lover necklace, 18K Gold, birthday gift for daughter diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Adia 14K Yellow Gold Round-Cut Emerald Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Decorate yourself in elegance with this Pendant crafted from 14-karat yellow Gold by Gin & Grace. This Pendant is made up of Emerald Round-Cut (6 pcs ) 1.86 carat and Round-cut White...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring four single cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.05 carat, graded I-J color, VS clarity. ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

David Yurman Renaissance Blue Topaz Silver Cross Cable Pendant Necklace 18
Located in Rome, IT
David Yurman Renaissance Blue Topaz Silver Cross Cable Pendant Necklace 18". The measurements of the cross pendant are: 45mm (1.8") (2.1" with Bail) x 32mm x 5.5 mm (LxWxD), 35.1 gr...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver

14k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart 16" Necklace
Located in Las Vegas, NV
14k Yellow Gold Diamond Heart 16" Necklace GOLD Gold has also been used to open and to activate the third-eye and crown chakras. It has been said to attract honors, wealth, and happ...
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1970s Mexican Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold 6 Strand Braided "S" Chain 19" Necklace
Located in Las Vegas, NV
14k Yellow Gold 6 Strands Braided "S" Chain 19" Necklace Religious Implications: Used heavily in religious settings, the color gold is synonymous with divinity and power. Christians...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

New Made 14k Gold Natural Diamond And Enamel Decorated Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 11.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.38 carat. The diamond is has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Total lenght is chain 52 cm. Please contact fo...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Avon of Belleville Rhodium Plated Faux-Hematite Pendant Necklace
Located in Easton, PA
1960s brushed silvertone with cabochon faux-hematite with small faux-hematite and clear rhinestone accents pendant necklace with fold over clasp. Marked "Avon" in cursive with invent...
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1960s Canadian Modern Vintage Necklaces

14kt Gold Rope Chain, 20 Inch Length, 1.6mm, 4.8 Grams, Bailey Banks Biddle
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
20-inch long 1.6mm rope chain made of 14kt yellow gold by Bailey Banks & Biddle is a must-have for any jewelry lover. The chain is secured with a sturdy lobster clasp and weighs a co...
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2010s North American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Spaulding & Co. Diamond Black Onyx and Platinum Butterfly Choker, Circa
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco butterfly choker, by Spaulding & Co, with a central butterfly, with open wings, flanked by two butterflies, with closed wings, on sliding fittings to adjust their positio...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

0.18ct Diamond Chunky Solitaire Pendant Necklace 14ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
0.18ct Diamond Chunky Solitaire Pendant Necklace 14ct White Gold 0.18ct Diamond Pendant Antique Victorian Necklace In 14K White Gold. Solitaire diamonds trilogy pedannt necklace in ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Goldfish Pendant Jadeite 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold pendant with two jadeite goldfish Detailed description The pendant is 3.1 cm high and 3.9 cm wide Total weight 9.7 grams Set with - 2 x 2.4 cm x 1.4 cm goldfish ...
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2010s Asian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set brilliant cut diamond 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds. 0.07ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide Dimensions o...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.4g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing Box - I...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gray shell Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.0g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k and 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with an 18k white gold pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds up to. 1.16ct - F/G - VS/SI - 50 cm long detailed description: the size of the pendant is 2.5...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Papillon Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 3.0g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing B...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Necklace Metal Type: 750YG/Yellow Gold Weight: 5.5g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace K18YG - 5.1g - VCARA45800
Located in Oyster Bay, NY
Brand : Van Cleef & Arpels Description: Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace Metal Type: K18Yellow Gold Weight 5.1g Condition: Preowned; small signs of wearing Box - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Multi Cable Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Multi Cable Chain Necklace with Four 2.5 mm Round Box Chain 16". The round box chains are ~2.5mm each, 16" long, weighs 80.1 grams & is stamped "©D.Y. ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Tennis Necklace Solid 18k White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
This necklace is a timeless and versatile accessory that can be worn for any occasion, adding a touch of sophistication and elegance to any ensemble. Whether it's a formal event or a...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace Gift for Women
Located in Houston, TX
Tanzanite and Tourmaline Station Chain Necklace Gift for Women in 18K Gold studded with oval cut tourmaline and tanzanite. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Diamond 0.15 carats 18 KT White Gold Simple Chain Pendant
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Elevate your style and make sparkle your priority with our elegant round and baguette diamond pendant necklace. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this necklace features a ...
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2010s Belgian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired 18ct White Gold 2.00ct Morganite & Diamond Pendant
Located in Birmingham, GB
This entrancing Morganite & Diamond Pendant, oozes elegance. The lustrous sheen of the luxury 18ct White Gold enhances the subtle pink tones of this special morganite gemstone and th...
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2010s English Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond 0.42 carats 18 KT Gold Designer Double Layer Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Prepare to be mesmerized by the enchanting beauty of our Baguette and round-cut diamond Double Clusters Double Layer Chain pendant necklace. This exquisite piece features a captivati...
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2010s Belgian Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace and pendant set with sapphire and diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with sapphire 0.20 carat and brilliant cut diamond 0.05ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45cm Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm lo...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dainty Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver Mom Gift
Located in Houston, TX
This Dainty Blue Sapphire Halo Diamond Pendant Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning sapphire which helps in relieving stress, anxiety ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Diamond 0.33 carats 18 KT White Gold Chain Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Experience the brilliance of our "Diamond Triplet" pendant necklace, where three captivating clusters of natural diamonds come together to form an enchanting focal point. Each cluste...
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2010s Belgian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Joy Pendant Necklace in 18k Solid Gold
Located in New Delhi, DL
The Diamond Joy Pendant Necklace is a radiant addition to any jewellery collection. Crafted in warm gold with scattered diamonds, it sparkles from every angle. This piece is not just...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

539.50 Carats Aquamarine Necklace Tumbled Plain Top Quality Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
539.50 Carats Aquamarine Necklace Tumbled Plain Top Quality Natural Gemstone gemstone - Aquamarine weight - 539.50 carats size - 15x18 To 19x25 mm quantity - 1 Strand
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine

327.80 Carats Aquamarine Carved Melon Beads Necklace Natural Gemstone
Located in Jaipur, RJ
327.80 Carats Aquamarine Carved Melon Beads Necklace Natural Gemstone gemstone - Aquamarine weight - 327.80 carats size - 7 to 18 mm quantity - 1 Strand
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21st Century and Contemporary Mozambican Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine

18K White Gold Jade Bamboo & Panda Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Jade Bamboo & Panda Necklace with Diamonds 38 Black Diamonds - 0.57 CT 65 Diamonds - 0.32 CT 1 Jade - 8.08 CT 18K White Gold - 8.21 GM The captivating 18K gold Panda...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Certified Type A Orange & Green Craved Jade Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Introducing a truly remarkable piece of jewelry, the Certified TYPE A Orange & Green Jade Jadeite Carved Bat Holding Coin & 0.23ctw Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pendant. This pendant comb...
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Radiant Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K White Gold Diamond Radiant Pendant 18K White Gold - 13.414 GM 372 Diamonds - 3.77 CT Althoff Jewelry's captivating diamond pendant exudes timeless elegance. Crafted with the fi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Vintage Diamante Dangling Pieces Necklace Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Diamante Dangling Pieces Necklace. This is so special and if there was a way to describe a costume piece as looking real this would be it. These look like dripping diamonds....
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1990s Chinese Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

14k White and Yellow Gold Diamond Cat Charm Necklace Two Tone Diamond Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cat Charm Necklace is made of 14k White and Yellow Solid Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand selected by me to ensure quality and set by a master setter in our studio. Diamond charm attached to a dainty gold chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Valentine Jewelry Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace Infinity Knot Pendant Necklace 14k Solid Gold Natural Pave Diamond. Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 14k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

6.64ct Green Tourmaline Pendant-Barion Cut, 18KT Yellow Gold, GIA Certified-Rare
Located in London, GB
Green Tourmaline Pendant Creator: Carson Gray Jewels Ring Size: N/A Metal: 18KT Stone: Green Tourmaline Stone Cut: Barion Mixed Step Weight: 6.64 Style: Pendant Place of Origin: Cong...
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2010s Congolese Modern Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Solitaire Necklace Layering Necklace Bridesmaid Gift
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand sel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Gold Diamond Music Note Necklace Treble Clef Necklace Musical Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Music Note Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate Dainty Music Note charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Gold Diamond Guitar Charm Pendant Necklace Diamond Guitar Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Guitar Charm Pendant Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / White Gold. Delicate dainty...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

14k Gold Diamond Thunderbolt Necklace Diamond Lightening Tiny Bolt Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Thunderbolt Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Necklace Marine Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace in 18k White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate dainty anchor charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k so...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

0.11 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Sikhism Khanda pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
The handcrafted Khanda diamond necklace is perfect everyday wear to bring inner peace and spirituality. This beautiful sikhism religious necklace is a statement piece. This sikh neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

22 - 24K Gold Nugget Fringe Necklace on 18K Gold Italian Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold Italian chain contains a selection of stunning 22-24k gold nuggets. The nuggets graduate in size, with the largest nuggets at the center of the chain; each has a unique...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 22K Gold Flattened Double-Linked Long 28” Chain Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This gorgeous handmade necklace consists of a flattened double Bismark link in a warm 22k gold. The extra long chain has a classic design and the deep buttery golden tone that higher...
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Vintage Cartier 1/4 oz. Gold Ingot Bar Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
The ingot gold bar pendant is an iconic Cartier piece, circa the 1970’s and highly collectable today. These 18k gold bars come in four sizes— 1/8 oz., 1/4 oz., 1/2 oz., and 1 oz—trap...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Turquoise Bead 36” Station Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This extra long 14k gold necklace has stations of nine round turquoise beads. The chain consists of a rectangular link that bisects itself to create a rhythmic pattern. The link has ...
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1970s Unknown Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Italian Flattened Byzantine Link Chain
Located in Venice, CA
Vicenza is known as a quality gold making city, and this beautiful vintage chain is no exception. The 18k gold links are a groovy, flattened version of a Byzantine link with a yin an...
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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Taper Baguette Multi-Color Raindrop Rainbow Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Elevate your style with the exquisite beauty of this 18K gold taper baguette multi-color raindrop-shaped rainbow pendant necklace. This stunning pendant features a large and delicate...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Rhodolite, 18k ...

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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