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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Georgian
Style: Romantic
Georgian Aquamarine Lapis Cannetille Pendant Brooch
Located in Riverdale, NY
Georgian Aquamarine and Lapis Cannetille Pendant-Brooch of beautiful quality and condition. Extraordinary detailed gold work forms the surrounds fo...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Flower Pendant with Pink Sapphires
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
With both pink sapphires and rose gold, this flower pendant captures a magnificent glow that seamlessly shines. The pink sapphire pendant i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Late Georgian Garnet Flower Riviere Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A feminine and lively necklace, that although is over 200 years old is a current and youthful necklace for today. Foiled back red garnets create five pointed flowers with oval garnet...
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Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold

Stylish Charm Pendant Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Monogram Gaming Counter Lavender Moon Quartz Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
La Finesse Armorial Monogram Necklace. This beautiful and delicately carved Chinese gaming counter (circa 1810) has found a new life as the centerpiece of a stunning and elegant necklace of Lavender Moon Quartz and freshwater baroque pearls. The ethereal faceted oval Lavender Moonstone...
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Early 19th Century American Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Aluminum, Sterling S...

Black Pearl Bead Choker Necklace Green Chrysoprase Gold Filled Chain J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Bead Choker Necklace Green Chrysoprase Gold Filled Chain J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Green Chrysoprase and ...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

Amwaj Jewellery Marquise Diamond Illusion Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A captivating 18k white gold necklace by Amwaj jewellery totaling 15.6 carats featuring magnificent bounds of imaginative marquise diamonds illusion setting that allows the beauty of each stone to powerfully emanate and the bound to harmonise with the body’s movements. Accompanied with unique 18k white gold high jewellery earrings...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Rare Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Pendant circa 1700 14 Karat Gold Dutch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare museum quality early Rose Cut Diamond Pendant dating to the Georgian Era set with an abundance of antique Rose Cut Diamonds set in silver atop 14 Karat gold as was the custom of the period. The pendant of great beauty and dating to the 1700s. Diamonds were all the rage in the Georgian period and this is a wonderful example. Early pieces such as this are extremely difficult to find. This one is so immensely wearable as the size is just perfect for wearing either day or night. It has stunning period character and style. The pendant is 68 mm (2 3/4 inches) long from the top of the bale to the bottom of the pendant. Without the bale it is 58 mm long. It is 45 mm (1 3/4 inches) wide at the widest point. The rose cut diamonds are set in silver collets atop 14 Karat gold. The gold bale is a later addition. There has been some restoration of the pendant as is visible from the back - this is very typical of the early Georgian jewels...
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18th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Necklace White Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amwaj Jewellery 18 Karat White Gold Pendant with Emerald Diamond
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This exquisite 18 karat white gold pendant by Amwaj jewellery features a carat diamond, showcasing the architectural beauty of an emerald cut, set upon a delicate and sleek white gol...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Choker with Pink Sapphires
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Designed with simplicity, this rose gold choker is adorned with pave white diamonds on the sides while tumbled pink sapphires appear elegantly in the ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Medal Faith Hope Love White Diamond Pearl Chain Necklace Chrysoprase J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Faith Hope Love White Diamond Pearl Chain Necklace Chrysoprase J Dauphin Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our arsenal for the spi...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Chrysophrase, Silver, Gold-filled

South Sea White to Golden Ombred Pearl Necklace
Located in Greenville, SC
A strand of 11-13mm multicolor white to golden ombréd Jewelmer South Sea pearls, 24.5in in length. This strand is fitted with 18k yellow gold interchangeable clasp parts that enable ...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

George III Diamond and Enamel Navette Pendant, circa 1790
Located in Glasgow, GB
A George III diamond and enamel navette-shaped sentimental pendant, circa 1790. The pendant has been executed in the French manner, having an old cut diamond border, leading to a pur...
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1790s British George III Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Crescent Moon Necklace White Pearl White Diamond Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crescent Moon Necklace White Pearl White Diamond Choker J Dauphin Pearl necklace is 18" Pendant Made in Bronze with 3 gems: Ruby and White Diamond Hand made in Los Angeles The wo...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Bronze

Charm Pendant White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace with Pink Sapphires, in Stock
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Inspired from the love and appreciation towards the Palm Tree. It features 5 drops of pink sapphires dangling from a soft chain which can be worn as a necklace or a choker. -Diamo...
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2010s Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Regency Diamond Blue Enamel Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A magnificant Regency diamond and blue enamel cluster necklace, the necklace comprising twenty-two diamond and enamel cluster motifs, each set with an old cushion-cut diamond with a ...
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Pin & Necklace Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A truly exceptional French pin and necklace set from the Georgian (ca1780) era! Made of silver and old Rose Cut diamonds, this well-preserved piece is absolutely gorgeous. Much of Ge...
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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Pearl Bead Necklace Choker Chain Chrysoprase J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pearl Bead Necklace Choker Chain Chrysoprase J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 16" ( 40.5 cm ) Hand mad...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Chrysophrase, Gold-filled

Stylish Necklace Yellow Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Hand Decorated MicroMosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Pearl Turquoise Gold Filled Chain Beaded Choker Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise Black Pearl Gold Filled Chain Beaded Choker Necklace 24" "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise and Gold filled Chain Necklace 24" ( 61 cm ) Hand made in...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled

French Louis-Philippe Amethysts Natural Pearl Black Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 Karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. In the shape of an antique cross, this pendant is set with half natural pearls, and in pendent with 2 round amethysts set with...
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1830s French Romantic Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Yellow Gold White Diamonds Enamel Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

White Pearl Necklace labradorite Gold Tone Chain Beaded Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Grey Labradorite Gold Filled Chain Beaded Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 16" ( 40.5 cm ) Hand made in Los An...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold-filled

AJD Super Statement Extra-Large Natural Turquoise & REAL Carnelian Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Aria Jewelry Design's natural graduated highly polished Turquoise necklace is enhanced with chunks of gemcut polished glowing real Carnelia...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Turquoise, Vermeil

Antique Georgian Hand-Carved Natural Coral Bead Tassel Lariat
Located in Stamford, CT
Each bit of Georgian coral in this lariat has been carved and polished by hand and is buttery soft to the touch, making it a breed apart from new coral....
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Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral

3.50 Carat Natural Burma Ruby Diamonds Heart Pendant 18 Karat
Located in US
This 2.12 carat heart shape untreated Burma ruby with a rich pinkish red color, set in 18 karat gold with 15 round white diamonds totaling approximately 1.38cts H-SI1. This beautiful...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Choker Labradorite Bead Gold Filled Chain Necklace J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Choker Labradorite Bead Gold Filled Chain Necklace 18 " J Dauphin "As within so without" Grey Labradorite Gold filled Chain Necklace 18" ( 46 cm ) ...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Gold-filled

Grand Berlin Iron Cross, circa 1820
Located in Stamford, CT
In this large cross, the strength of Iron and fine gossamer swirls combine to create et another miracle of historic Berlin Iron work from the early 1800's. There are four layers of iron here forged together with focus on the central flower. What tool existed to twist this fine iron and how was it created in such fine sprays? When the German treasury was becoming depleted due to the war with Napoleon, the government addressed the aristocrats asking them to contribute their gold for the continuing battle. The wealthy answered the plea and were given iron jewels...
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1810s German George III Antique Necklaces

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Berlin Iron

18 Karat White Gold over Yellow Gold, Aqua, Sapphire and Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
18K white gold, over yellow gold pendant, set with one full cut round diamond weighing approximately .55cts, H color, SI2 clarity, and 28 full cut round diamonds (including the 4 dia...
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1940s Unknown Romantic Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire

White Pearl Turquoise Necklace Gold Tone Chain Bead Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Turquoise Gold Filled Chain Beaded Choker Necklace J Dauphin "As within so without" Sweet Water Pearl with Turquoise Necklace 16" ( 40.5 cm ) Hand made in Los Angeles ...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, Gold-filled

Rare Georgian French Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Late 18th Century, Georgian French Paste Necklace. Heavy sterling mounts set with pastes, quartz and gilt metal etched applications. Likely Frenc...
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1780s French Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Quartz, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver

Georgian Diamond Silver Yellow Gold Necklace, French
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Georgian diamond necklace created in France in the 1830's. Understated, feminine and wearable, the necklace is a great addition to ...
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1830s Unknown Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Trifari Alfred Philippe Regence Tremblant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Alfred Philippe Pave Regence Georgian Revival tremblant rose with garland pendant necklace of rhodium plated metal, and faceted crysta...
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1930s American Georgian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal

Freshwater Pearl Diamond Odette Swan Pendant Torsade Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Multiple strands of minuscule freshwater pearls have been intercepted with larger round pearls to create this delicate torsade necklace. The obvious focal point, is the glistening p...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Alternating Floral Gold Leaf and Faceted Aquamarine Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Very Graceful and delicate Necklace composed of an 18kt engraved Floral Leaf and alternating with a faceted Aquamarine. Pale blue Aquas and Gold forming a circlet . Marked 750. T...
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1980s Unknown Romantic Vintage Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late 18th Century Gold Venetian "Tattle" Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Made of gold convex, engraved and chased cartouches plaques. Typical 18th century italian jewel from Venice, these necklace for their lightness made ...
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Late 18th Century Italian Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Afghani Tourmaline Georgian Pinchbeck Paste Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Clarissa Necklace. A waterfall of rainbow-hued Afghani Tourmaline smooth rondelles has been hand-linked to create this jaw-dropping multi-strand necklace. These glossy and luxurious tourmaline beads (462 cts.), with their bright pastel colors, are highly coveted amongst collectors due to their limited availability from remote and dangerous mining regions. This pastel profusion has been paired with a Georgian...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Pinchbeck, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant with Brown Diamond "In Stock"
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Designed with a charm, the Palm Tree pendant is rendered in yellow gold and set with faceted white diamonds. It features a polished tear-shaped penda...
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2010s Emirian Romantic Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

Extraordinary Berlin Iron Long Chain and Cannetile Lace Cross
Located in Stamford, CT
Here is a mix of texture, both substantial and lacy. An extremely rare, dense Berlin Iron Chain c.1800 suspends a large cross of twists and loops. In the chain, the iron is woven or ...
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1810s German Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Berlin Iron

Stephen Dweck Bronze & Fossil & Citrine Set
Located in New York, NY
Ammonites - bezel set in bronze with a classic bronze double woven chain. Rich orange Citrines set in classic festoon style. Pair of matching Earrings ...
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1980s American Romantic Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Citrine

Keishi Pearls Kyanite Rock Crystal Georgian Enamel Silver Paste Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Ayla Necklace. Freshwater keishi pearls, with their gorgeous silky nacre, have been hand-linked with rhodium silver and juxtaposed with a jaw dropping Georgian Enamel Silver Paste Pendant. The rich cobalt blue enameled disc has been encased within a silver paste cartouche frame and accented with a feminine silver paste basket of flowers. Three little teardrops dangle from below the ornate frame. This unique necklace has been married to a frilled section of hand-linked rock crystal and kyanite rondelles and further enhanced with a grouping of pink sapphire flanked with pyrite in gold vermeil. The gold vermeil is repeated again as the delicate pendant is suspended from a twist faceted rock crystal teardrop with hand coiled gold vermeil loops. Certain to appeal to any lover of Georgian era jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Necklaces

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Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Amwaj Jewelry 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Simplicity at its finest. The oval design of this rose gold Jewelry piece by Amwaj Jewelry is alluring; This 18 karat gold round-shaped diamond pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Pink Tourmaline Rose Quartz Georgian Paste Polka Dot Enamel Heart Locket
Located in Colleyville, TX
Micheline Necklace. Delicate pink tourmaline has been bezel set in oxidized silver and intercepted with marquise cut rose quartz, flanked with seed pearls and crystal rondelles. The beautiful confectionary coloring of the stones repeats the stunning Georgian paste locket...
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19th Century American Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Rhodium Silver Diamond Bow Raw Diamonds Keshi & Flameball Pearls
Located in Colleyville, TX
The Charmaine Necklace I composed of stunning frill sections of silky keshi pearls ranging in color from ivory to soft grey and 19 carats of rough grey diamonds, flanked by hand-coil...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Flower Necklace with Pave Stations
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and rare Maison Gripoix necklace with poured glass enamel flowers in amythest and ruby Gripoix glass, with hand prong set swarovski crystal links. 1950's France. 16.5" x 1...
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1950s French Romantic Vintage Necklaces

Antique Irish Harp 16 Karat White Gold Pendant with Diamonds and Red Enamel
Located in Fairfield, CT
This exquisite piece is a pendant crafted from 16-karat gold, shaped into the form of a classic harp. The harp's body features .92ctw (carat total weight) diamonds that are meticulou...
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Early 19th Century Romantic Antique Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgian Pink Topaz Canetille Cross Pendant Brooch, in Original Case, Circa 1830
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A truly stunning foiled back pink topaz cannetille cross pendant and brooch dating from the early 19th century. The highly ornate cross dating from ci...
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1830s Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond Star Pendant with Old Cushion Cut Diamonds
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a striking antique diamond pendant in the shape of a stylized star. Chunky & fiery old cushion cut diamonds dazzle in this piece that was converted from a larger antique ...
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1810s Unknown Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique French Early 19th Century Georgian 18K Gold and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
A fantastic French antique 18K gold and silver drapery necklace with rose cut and table cut diamonds. This necklace is an excellent example of French provincial craftsmanship from th...
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Early 19th Century French Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian seal fob pendant, Our Quills Unite Us, 9k gold cased, Carnelian
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't go wrong with a beautiful antique seal fob, this sweet antique, Georgian era, gold cased seal fob is a real versatile beauty. Made from rich 9ct yellow gold cased metal, i...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

6.30ct 14K Emerald Georgian Styled Solitaire 6-Prong Emerald Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a natural emerald Georgian styled solitaire pendant in 14K yellow gold. This gorgeous solitaire pendant carries an earth-mined emerald in a prong setting. Fully faceted,...
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2010s American Georgian Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Black Velvet Mourning Choker, Necklace, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Hairwork
Located in NEWARK, GB
There is no piece of jewellery as classic and timeless as a choker necklace, like this antique black velvet mourning choker. Hailing from the George IV era, a rare find, this beauti...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

1850's Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Silver-Topped 14 Karat Gold Cross Charm Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a cross set throughout by rose cut diamonds Weighing in total approximately 0.20 carat Diamonds are foil-backed with quality consistent with cut and age Tested as silv...
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1850s Georgian Antique Necklaces

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

Antique Georgian Citrine Riviere Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
An antique Riviere necklace is certainly a wonderful addition to any antique jewellery collection and this wonderful early 19th century citrine example...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Sterling 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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