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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 1940s
Period: 1910s
Alfred Philippe for Trifari Retro Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Alfred Philippe for Trifari retro link necklace composed of gold plated base metal pierced fan shaped links. Excellent Condition, Signed Trifari. 1940's USA. Length 16", x...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Gilt Metal

Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Belle Epoque natural pearl and diamond sautoir necklace, centred with an openwork plaque of geometric design, encrusted with swiss-cut diam...
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1910s Austrian Belle Époque Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Goldtone Filigree and Faux Jade Pendant Necklace, Costume Jewelry
Located in Stamford, CT
Goldtone filigree pendant with prong set faux jade cabochon and drop suspended from a chain.
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Portrait Brooch Pin Pendant 1920s of a woman
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning early 1910-1920s Sterling silver Pin Pendant. Large in scale and makes a statement. Large bale on the back to accommodate a large chain if you like. Measuring 2.32 inches wi...
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1910s Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Garnet Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1940's garnet and seed pearl brooch pendant necklace set in 14k yellow gold, with dangle pears. 16 inch chain. 1 oval garnet approx. weight: 2.45cts 180 seed pearls 5 rou...
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1940s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Aquamarine, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Rousselet Signature Pearl Parure
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Parure of cream, pale pink and silver grey handmade signature Rousselet pearls. Comprising a two strand flexible necklace on metal wire, a two strand flexible wrap br...
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1940s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Art Deco' Platinum and Diamond Brooch or Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Brooch and pendant trilobe' in openwork platinum, set with rose-cut diamonds and a larger old-cut diamond in the centre, holding a motif and natural pearl in pendants. Size : 2,8cm...
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1910s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Snowflake Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful sparkling figural "snowflake" charm/pendant. 14K white gold, set with bight faceted diamonds. 0.80" in diameter. Festive and cheerful. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

White Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Diamond and Pearl Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
Antique diamond and pearl necklace in 14k gold. The details are as follows: Diamond weight : 0.40 carat ( SI clarity and H color ) Metal : 14K gold Pendant measurements : 1 inch ...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Edwardian Platinum Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Horseshoe Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
An Edwardian platinum topped 18 karat yellow gold diamond horseshoe brooch. This brooch features a large horseshoe motif with old European cut...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

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

1910s Diamond and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.10 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold and 15 karat white gold set necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive diamond and seed pearl necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with 14k white gold settings. The necklace displays two transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds 14k white gold bezel set within a halo design to the terminal of a linear drop. The halo design settings are ornamented with a single seed pearl to the upper borders. The linear drops suspend and articulate from an oval shaped halo design frame, embellished with a single 18k white gold bezel set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamond, flanked on either side by a seed pearl. The pendant suspends from a 45cm 14k yellow gold trace chain via two integrated ring loops to the upper border of the design, securing with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening. The necklace is hallmarked to the reverse of one of the linear drops with the 14k gold fineness mark 585 and the maker's mark 'AXX'. This impressive antique pearl and...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Diamond Laurel Necklace with Pearl Drop
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian pearl and diamond necklace, the necklace comprising a principle garland drop, suspending an oval pearl measuring aproximately 8.2 x 5.6mm, to the centre of a diamond-se...
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Pendant
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Pendant Old amazing pendant from 1940 in France. Set with quality baguette and round cut diamonds G VS1 of 7.25 carat Comes with a certificate Total weight...
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1940s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Marcel Boucher Retro Topaz and Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher Retro Necklace with a centerpiece of scrolled designs with faux emerald and topaz square cut pastes. Center motif is held by a looped ...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Russian Imperial-era Aquamarine Necklace, St. Petersburg, c. 1910
Located in St. Catharines, ON
This rare Russian necklace is from the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II. It comprises a beautiful garland of scrolling and foliate design and is set with a pear-shaped aquamar...
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1910s Russian Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian Peridot Pearl and Diamond Pendant in Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A lovely hand crafted pendant, with a Yellow Gold back and Platinum setting bordering on Late Victorian and Early Edwardian. This gorgeous quality pendant holds six beautifully green...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, Platinum

Platinum Cartier Emerald Fob
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Constructed completely of Platinum - Accented with Custom Personalized exceptionally detailed Hand Engraving throughout in Scroll designs as well as an intricately detailed Sword on ...
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1910s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Platinum

Enamel Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Heart pendant, finely crafted in platinum with an enamel in the middle, weighing approximately a total of 1.00 carats and diamonds around, weighing approximately a total of 1.30 carats.
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1940s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Miriam Haskell Citrine Drop Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature Russian Gilt, multi strand chain necklace with large central pendant clasp of faceted faux citrine round and pointed crystals. The clasp is further embellish...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Sterling silver Sea Foam Turquoise Necklace Pendent Old Pawn Navajo
Located in Wallkill, NY
Massive Natural Sea Foam Turquoise that is set in ornate Sterling Silver setting. Feathered Motif This is a bubbling blue-green chunk of turquoise Hallmarked on the back. The chain ...
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1940s American Native American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Chalcedony and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sputnik Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 5 grams Size: 3/4 inch diameter Features several beautiful green Chalcedony cabochon gemstone. Each gemstone is prong-set with a sharp 'U' ...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exceptional Miriam Haskell Deep Ruby and Pave Rondel Collar
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional Collector quality Miriam Haskell Deep Ruby and Pave Rondel Collar composed of graduated floriform stations with hand made pate de verre flower be...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 0.14 carat Diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vi...
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1940s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.67 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Necklace, Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning antique diamond necklace has been crafted in 15k yellow gold with a 15k white gold setting. The necklace features a 1.42Cts old European round cut diamond individually bezel set within a millegrain decorated frame. The feature diamond is suspended from an unembellished linear setting accented at the top with a millegrain decorated bezel style setting, which displays a smaller old European round cut diamond. The diamond necklace is suspended from an integrated 15k gold trace chain via two integrated ring loops to the upper border. The impressive and unusual chain alternates both white gold and yellow gold sections. This antique necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading certificate for the feature diamond in addition to the diamond grading report card illustrated. This fine antique gold and diamond necklace has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 15k gold. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition The stunning 1910 diamond...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Egg Yolk Baltic Amber Lilly Pendant Necklace Original 875 Chain
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
Wonderful vintage sterling silver Baltic "Egg Yolk" Amber pendant with the original 875 silver chain. According to the little historical that we have, the nec...
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1940s Russian Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 1900s Diamond and Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique 0.56 carat diamond and 15 karat yellow gold, platinum necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique 1900s diamond necklace has been crafted in 15k gold with a platinum setting and chain. The necklace is ornamented with two feature Old European round cut diamonds, a 0.25Ct and 0.25Ct, displayed to the lower borders of two flared linear drop. The linear drops are accented with a single bezel set Old European round cut diamond. The linear settings suspend from a shaped, geometric frame ornamented with a further three bezel and pavé set Old European round cut diamonds. The necklace suspends from a 43cm platinum trace chain via two integrated ring loops to the upper border of the geometric setting, securing with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening to the reverse. This antique diamond drop necklace...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

1910s Important Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An important Bellè Epoque natural pearl and diamond necklace, mounted on platinum, circa 1910.
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

Miriam Haskell Double Strand Elaborate Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Superb Miriam Haskell two strand long faux pearl necklace. The signature graduated pearls spaced with back to back sewn rose monte crystals.The center focal pendant of two large face...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Edwardian French Large 1.05 Total Carat Diamond Floral Motif Filigree Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning filigree pendant from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era! This gorgeous French made piece is crafted in platinum and adorns a beautiful 0.55ct old Mine Cut diamond surrounded by ...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

French Art Deco 6.68 Carat Diamond and White Gold Necklace Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 6.68 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold and platinum set Art Deco necklace / bracelet; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive statement diamond necklace...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Elaborate Multi Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell signature baroque faux pearl graduated five strand necklace.The large elaborate clasp composed of layered floral Russian gilt filigrees, crystal pastes and rose monte...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

French Modernist 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This wonderfully designed and hand crafted 18 karat gold necklace truly shows its 3 dimensional artistic character. The French necklace from ca 1940 is composed of 7 straight and cur...
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1940s French Modernist Vintage Necklaces

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18k Gold

Retro Pendant/Brooch with Beryl and Diamonds in 18 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This fabulous retro pendant/brooch features a 30.00 carat yellowish green emerald-cut Beryl. Set amidst airy scrolls in 18 karat rose gold and accented with 10 single-cut diamonds of...
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1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique 1910s Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Edwardian pearl and 0.62 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and platinum necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive pearl necklace has been crafted in 14k yellow gold with a platinum setting and chain. The drop style pendant displays a feature 4.44mm pearl, encircled by eight bezel set Old European round cut diamonds. The cluster is displayed to the lower border of a shaped linear drop, accented with a further three bezel set Old European round cut diamonds. The linear drop suspends from a horizontal frame, embellished with a single bezel set and two pavé set Old European round cut diamonds. The necklace suspends from a 17" platinum belcher chain, securing to the reverse with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening. The fastening is hallmarked with the 14k gold fineness mark -585-, the setting and chain has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as platinum. This pearl and diamond necklace in yellow gold is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive antique Edwardian necklace...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 1910s 1.31 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 1.31 carat amethyst and pearl, 15k yellow gold Necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This exceptional, fine and impressive amethyst and pearl pendant has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The feature bezel set 1.31Ct round cut amethyst is suspended within, and articulates from the pierced decorated curvilinear quatrefoil shaped frame, ornamented to the exterior with four pearls. The quatrefoil design is suspended from a plain and unembellished linear link accented to the top with a simple circular setting, which frames a single pearl. This exceptional antique amethyst pendant...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl 2.25 Carat Diamond Ruby Platinum-Topped 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A swag style platinum cable chain centers a large and ornate pendant brooch Set throughout by rose cut diamonds and a bezel set old European cut diamond Weighing in total approxima...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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

Vintage 1940s Platinum and Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Platinum and Diamond necklace, in a late Retro, Deco Design with individual linked settings for soft flexibility. Channel and...
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1940s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Rare Edwardian Platinum Diamond and Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Banbury, GB
An exceptional Edwardian Belle-Epoque pearl and diamond sautoir, the sautoir comprising a long mesh chain of natural seed pearls diamond pendant, this openwork of foliate openwork de...
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1910s British Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Joseff Hollywood Revivalist Parure
Located in New York, NY
Joseff Hollywood revivalist parure with black bakelite set drops set in signature bronze green gold finish. Earrings with clip back fittings. Eugene Joseff produced wonderful costume jewelry worn by the stars of Hollywood, and was known for his Russian gold plated jewelry...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Style Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Pearl. This finely crafted custom piece weighs 29.6 grams and measur...
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1940s Victorian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Tubogas Diamond Yellow Gold Passe-Partout Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Tubogas Passe-Partout Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold. A notable necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels dating from the early years of the iconic Passe-Partout collection. Thi...
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.04 carat sapphire and 15k yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique pendant has been crafted in 15k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, circular frame is ornamented with a linear post accented with a central eight petal floral design, embellished with a bezel set 0.04Ct round faceted blue sapphire to the flower's pistil. The impressive yellow gold setting is further ornamented with a shaped border to the medial circumference. The pendant is hallmarked to the reverse of the setting with the mark for 15k gold. This antique floral sapphire pendant is suspended from a contemporary 18k yellow gold 18" fine trace chain, securing with a conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening. This antique gemstone pendant...
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1910s Vintage Necklaces

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Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Vintage GIA No-Heat BURMA Sapphire Diamond Platinum Bracelet & Neckalce
Located in Miami, FL
This wonderful antique 1930's diamond sapphire necklace and bracelets was assembled with both passion and joy, and they we treasured for many years. This vintage sapphire diamond necklace can be worn as two bracelets. Prong Set with 8 genuine cabochon RARE BURMA Sapphires...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian Moss Agate and 2.45 Total Carat Diamond Bow Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely fabulous and unique diamond and agate pendant from the Edwardian (ca1910s) period! This very unusual piece portrays 2 sparkling diamond rings and a lovely bow resting o...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Platinum

Antique 1910s Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 0.24 carat diamond and seed pearl, 14k yellow gold and platinum set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and ...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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

Diamonds, Ruby, Emeralds, Sapphires, Coral, Pearl, Gold/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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1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Emerald, Diamond, Coral, 9k...

Edwardian Diamond and Synthetic Sapphire Cross Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Beautifully detailed and impeccably-preserved, this classic Edwardian cross measures 2 ½ by 1 3/8 inches. It is decorated with twenty white diamonds an...
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1910s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Retro Brass Bakelite "Matchstick" Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
Bakelite is a resin material that was produced in the early 1900's and was the first plastic substance made of synthetic components. Initially used for its electrically non conductiv...
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Brass

Margot Reticulated Silver and Enamel Serpent Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Margot of Taxco - Margot van Voorhies Carr - Magnificent reticulated Serpent in Turquoise Blue enamel with accented raised enamel joints Early mark - Late 40-s. Very exotic and hea...
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1940s Mexican Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Silver

6.50 Carat Sapphire and Canary Diamond Cross
Located in METAIRIE, LA
In 14 Karat Yellow Gold, with Filigree work as well as finely detailed Hand Engraved accents throughout. This type of hand-pierced ornamental Filigree work was popular among goldsmit...
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1910s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Sapphire and Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Gemstone Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 13.48 carat yellow sapphire, 4.83 carat blue sapphire, 1.68 carat emerald, 3.54 carat ruby, and 18 karat yellow necklace; part of our vintage jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage gemstone necklace...
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1940s French Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Seed Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive seed pearl and 18 karat yellow gold cross pendant with 18 karat white gold and 18 karat rose gold applied decoration; part of our diverse vintage jewellery and ...
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1940s Belgian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond and Black Enamel Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Edwardian era (ca1910) locket from legendary designer Tiffany & Co.! This octagonal-shaped piece is crafted in 14kt yellow gold and adorns glossy black enamel on both side...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

EH 47 Pewter Necklace with Pendant
Located in New York, NY
EH 47, made in Norway pewter necklace is combined with a wonderfully designed dangling pendant. Signed and engrave with "EH 47, Pewter, Made in Norw...
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1940s Norwegian Vintage Necklaces

Diamonds Choker Necklaces White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Palermo, IT
Choker necklace round diamonds 3.87 ct
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1940s Italian Victorian Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Gold "Fetal Position" Crouched Woman Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
Woman in Crouched position. 14K Gold Chain and Pendant. Measures Pendant .72" x .40". Chain is newer than the pendant 17" Long. This is out of ...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Trifari 1940s Retro Style Faux Topaz Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Trifari 1940s retro style necklace , atomic center station, large square faux topaz stone , necklace sides of flexible snake chains 16"center2.50x1.75
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1940s American Vintage Necklaces

Beautiful Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Locket and Vintage Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Vintage 18K yellow gold oval locket, with floral motif, set with 31 rose cut diamonds and 4 rose cut blue sapphires, monogram engraved on ba...
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold

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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