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Necklaces For Sale
Period: Late 19th Century
Period: 1930s
Victorian French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Link 61 IN Antique Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of oval-shaped links decorated with twisted wire motifs Alternating in pattern with smaller plain oval links Completed by antique fob clasp closure Stamped with French ha...
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1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Gold Parure
Located in New York, NY
An English Victorian 18 karat gold and amethyst parure of a rivière necklace and drop earrings. The rivière features 20 deeply-colored oval amethysts o...
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1880s English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique 4.10Ct Aquamarine and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 4.10 carat aquamarine and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch; part of our diverse Victorian jewelry collections. This stunning...
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1880s Antique Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian 274.91 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Rivière Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, impressive antique Victorian 274.91 carat amethyst and 18 karat yellow gold rivière necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique amethyst necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The antique rivière necklace...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian turquoise and seed pearl love knot pendant, made around 1860-1880. The velvety 15 karat gold love knot swirls around the enameled turquoi...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique 2.30 carat diamond 18k yellow gold silver covered pocket watch pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite antique 1870s watch pendant features 2.30 carats of shimmering rose cut diamonds surrounding a manual movement timepiece, blending functionality with timeless elegance...
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1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

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

Scottish Art Deco 9ct Rose Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a rose gold, with trombone link chain, each stamped with 9c, Albert swivel clasp and a hanging T bar attachment. Measurements: 17 inches long Metal:...
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1930s Scottish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14K Gold Locket with Floral Pearl and Enamel Decoration
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the 1870’s or 1880’s, this 14k gold Victorian locket features a pearl quatrefoil flower element as its centerpiece. The floral adornment consists of 11 pearls delineated by a t...
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1.10 Carat Pink Tourmaline and Seed Pearl 15k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 1.10 carat pink tourmaline and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch - boxed; part of our diverse collection of antique tourmaline jewelry...
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1890s Antique Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 48.83 Ct Aquamarine 4.25 Ct Diamond Rare 18 Kt /Plat Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare in Beauty An Impressive necklace, created as unique during the late 30/40’s Set throughout by natural untreated Aquamarine varying in sizes to fit the design Complemented by ros...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Ornate Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Victorian fob (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold and Platinum Victorian Opal, Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Horseshoe Necklace 18ct White Gold Tested Circa 1880 This stunning Victorian-era horseshoe pendant is a true testament to the exquisite craftsmanship of the period. The p...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Medallion pendant with onyx and pearls 13.5 grams 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold medallion pendant with onyx and pearl detailed description The pendant is 4.5 cm long by 2.7 cm wide A photo can be placed behind glass in the pendant weight 13.5...
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Revival 15k Gold Victorian Large Locket
Located in New York, NY
Stunning example of Etruscan Revival craftsmanship, this 15k antique Victorian locket is substantial in size with exquisite details. The center boasts a beautiful rose gold locket door with etched floral motifs. The detail continues on to the ail and the raised gold ball design that surrounds the outside border of the piece. We love this one on an antique guard chain...
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Late 19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold

French Silver and Gold Long Chain c.1870
Located in Stamford, CT
A French Chain from the 1870's glows with a gold abstract flower in the center of an infinity symbol within a silver oval link. The chain is one you love to touch. It is silky and sm...
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1870s French Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Antique 396.09 Carat Amethyst and 14K Yellow Gold Riviere / Collarette Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 396.09 carat amethyst and 14 karat yellow gold riviere collarette necklace; part of our d...
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Belle Époque Long Guard Chain Silver Wire Corallium Rubrum Beads
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This guard chain was hand crafted towards the end of the nineteenth century. It is made up from 203 corallium rubrum beads. Each bead is threaded onto pieces of silver wire, both end...
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1890s European Belle Époque Antique Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Art Nouveau Floral Locket with Old Mine Cut Diamond Center in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
Art Nouveau Floral Locket with Old Mine Cut Diamond Center in 14K Yellow Gold This captivating Art Nouveau locket necklace is a beautiful example of intricate design and craftsmansh...
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A natural pearl and diamond necklace
Located in London, GB
An natural pearl and diamond necklace, the one-hundred-twelve natural pearls of cream colour graduating in size from 8.4mm to 3.8mm, strung with one-hundred-thirteen seed pearls in-between, attached to an Art Deco diamond clasp...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Platinum

Antique Ruby Diamond Pendant Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique circular pendant watch, circa 1880s Tear drop-shaped rubies surrounded by rose-cut diamonds; center stone is a diamond of approximately 0.10 c...
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1880s Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby

Antique Victorian Amethyst Fringe Necklace 10k Yellow Gold 16" Choker Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst fringe necklace (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 10 karat yellow gold. Round faceted amethysts graduate in size from 7mm to 10mm. The ...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine on Art Deco Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Aquamarine (approximately 17.50 carats) on a Round and Baguette cut Diamond (approximately 5.00 carats) Platinum Brooch convertible in Pendant. Circa 1935. Total length: 2.36 inches...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum

Victorian Natural OX Blood Red Coral Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Magnificent five strands of untreated OX Blood intense Red Natural Coral make this genuine Victorian necklace. 1880 ca. Italian origin from Sardinia. Each bead is 4 mm. in diameter –...
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1880s Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 9k Gold

Victorian Swivel Compass Necklace, Studio VL
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Swivel Compass Necklace, Original gold filled mesh link chain is matched to a lovely, late Victorian functioning, gold filled swivel locket. Compass fob...
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1880s American Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled

Renaissance Revival Carved Opal Cameo Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Renaissance Revival carved opal cameo pendant, the cameo attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt depicting Arion riding a dolphin, to elaborate surround of r...
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1880s British Renaissance Revival Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
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1880s Antique Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Shaped Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 15 karat yellow gold heart shaped locket pendant. This sweet heart shaped locket features an ornate raised foliate design hea...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Turquoise Enameled Movable Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Step into the elegance of the past with this antique Victorian 14 karat gold and turquoise enameled pendant. The pendant is beautifully set with a vertical row of small gold balls on both sides while the design on the front alternates with turquoise enamel and a gold floral pattern. The pointy triangle shaped centerpiece can swing back and forth and the three balls below the top swing freely up and down. Turquoise became a symbol of true love in Victorian times, and it was for this reason that Queen Victoria gave her bridal party gifts...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Offering tremendous antique charm, the 16-inch chain is appointed with three stationary drops, each set in the center with a rose cut diamond and decorated with a cluster of turquois...
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1880s Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Finish Pendant Moonstone solid 14K Gold / 3.3gr.
Located in SE
Shiny pendant with natural Yellow - Orange toned Moonstone cut cabochon 17.5 mm x 13 mm x 7.2 mm / ca.10ct Hallmarked 585 for solid 14K Gold,Finnish Crown, maker : JASE, hand - made...
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1930s European Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Moonstone, 14k Gold

Art Deco Cross in 18kt Yellow Gold Openwork Decorated
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This ancient cross is in 18kt yellow gold and Italian made. Beautiful lace work has been done on the front of the pendant. Lace, a decorative openwork we...
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1930s Italian Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dendritic Agate and Diamond Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This necklace features an antique diamond flower (circa 1890) over a dendritic agate heart mounted in 14k gold. The flower is silver topped 14k gold and features 6 old mine cut diamo...
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Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Natural Untreated Ruby Necklace of 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Rubies are not only the beloved birthstone for July, but they also symbolize enduring love and passion and are a traditional gift for those celebrating 15th or 40th anniversaries. T...
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Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian sapphire and diamond cluster necklace, the necklace consisting of thirty-two graduating sapphire and diamond clusters, each ...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian 3.75 Carat Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Moon Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1870 This exquisite 18ct yellow gold crescent moon pendant is a true testa...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Turquoise Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Turquoise, Sapphire, and Diamond Necklace, 0.85 total carat weight of Diamonds. 18k yellow gold custom cast and handcrafted turquoise, sapphire, and diamond necklace. The seventeen-i...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

An Antique Victorian Natural Pearl Turquoise Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
How exciting it was to discover this rare beauty of Persian turquoise and natural pearls, still resting in its original fitted box. A garden of blooms for the neckline, in clear blue...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

1930s 37 Carat Diamonds Platinum Art Deco "Great Gatsby" Choker Necklace
Located in Hicksville, NY
Here is a true GATSBY era jewel. This is a museum quality piece with some of the finest assortment of antique cut diamonds we have ever seen. There is emerald, asscher, traingular st...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Gold Tone Wire Necklace with Nine Faceted Crystal Beads circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco pale gold tone wire necklace, featuring nine graduated clear faceted crystal beads. Length 42.5 cm / 16.7 inches, and the largest crystal bead measures 1.4 cm / .5...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Crystal

Butterfly Locket Ruby Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold Victorian Insect Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful Victorian locket pendant with a Butterfly and Flowers set with Ruby and Pearl in 14 Karat Gold with Robin's Egg Blue Enamel. The Butterfly Locket...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Antique French Gold Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 18k, France. This 32-inch-long antique French necklace features stylish handmade filigree elements. Dressed up or down, the look is Gallic Town and Country chic at its v...
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1880s French Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Signed Tiffany & Co. This Scroll Motif Emerald & Diamond Pendant contains a rare AGL Graded 2.85 Carat CLASSIC COLOMBIA Emerald surrounded by approximately 11.8 carats of old mine cut diamonds set in platinum. The pendant is estimated as being circa 1880. It is accompanied by a GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl necklace...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Victorian Gibson Girl Maiden Woman Locket Pendant Circa 1890 Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant which features a beautiful Gibson Girl woman maiden lady with flowing hair adorned with flowers wearing ...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled, Gilt Metal

French 18k Gold Disc Pendant Paris by Marie Betteley
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Charming 19th century polished 18k gold disc from Paris, hallmarked with the French eagle head for 18k gold and the Parisian maker’s mark, mounted as an 18k gold pendant with oval suspension ring...
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1890s French Classical Greek Antique Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Yellow Topaz Diamond Pendant 12ct 14K Antique Original 1930's-1940's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Art Deco Yellow Topaz Diamond Pendant 12ct 14K Antique Original 1930's-1940's Featuring a GIANT Natural Oval Cut 12ct Yellow Topaz Gemstone Accented by 4 Genuine Antique Single C...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mid 19th Century Garnet Locket Pendant Silver Gilt Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This locket pendant is set with bright red Bohemian garnets was handcrafted in the middle of the 19th century. The pendant has retained its original ornamental eyelet decorated with facetted garnet, some garnets are round others are drop shaped. The stones set in the eyelet are arranged to form a flower surrounded by leaves. The pendant itself is made up from several layers of gilt silver set with...
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1880s Austrian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Silver

Rene Lalique Aquamarine Dragonfly Pendant
Located in London, GB
An important Rene Lalique dragonfly pendant, the pendant set to the centre with a cushion-shaped aquamarine, within an open framework of four opposin...
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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high relief and represents young women with flowing flower strewn ha...
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian Garnet and Diamond Flower Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant, the inverted pear-shaped cabochon garnet surmounted by a floral and foliate spray and suspending a foliate drop, set throughout with old brill...
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1870s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Onyx Cross Pendant with Seed Pearl and Gold Leaves
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian onyx cross pendant set with a single seed pearl and adorned with a 14 karat gold floral design. This pendant is a captivating embodiment of the elegance and symbolism of ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Holbeinesque Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This magnificent Victorian Holbeinesque pendant features a beautiful hexagonal step-cut natural emerald in the center with an estimated weight of 3.60 carats, embellished with two ol...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lorgnette Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the late 19th century, this bloomed gold lorgnette necklace is set with demantoid garnet highlights. Enclosing folding spring loaded len...
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1890s English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold

Antique 3 carat total weight diamond pearl 18k yellow gold hinged necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique hinged necklace features dazzling old-cut diamonds and lustrous pearls, gracefully set in 18k yellow gold with platinum accents. A breathtaking treasure from the 1890s. ...
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1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces

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

Antique Red Coral 18 Karat Gold Multi-Strand Necklace, Netherlands
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 19th century red coral necklace is set with a large 18 karat gold clasp. The clasp is made of fine filigree and cannetille work, the craftsmanship is stunning. The closure of the clasp has a lovely floral engraving. The six strands are created of natural coral set...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Clasp Yellow Gold Thick Ornated Watch Chain/Toggle Necklace/Antique
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 51.1 grams Length: 16.75 inches Dimensions: Link 7.2 mm; Toggle Bar 50mm long; Clasp 23.3 mm x 8.4 mm Beautiful ornated late Victorian oversized wa...
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Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 1880s Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique rose cut diamond heart pendant with an estimate diamond weight of 3.5 carats back foiled technique centered with a pear shape rose cut diamond decorted with a lotus flower on top pendant messurments 3.5cm length in 10k gold finest dates back to the ottoman era...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond

Antique Circa 1870s 14k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 9.8 grams. Totally is diamond about 4 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J-K color and s1-s2-s3-Pique1 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45. Please conta...
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1870s European Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Couture CocoChanel-Rousselet-Style GlassGold FauxCarnelianPearl Torsade Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Beginning in the mid-1920s, Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel collaborated with Parisian Louis Rousselet for a wide variety of handcrafted unsigned glass-beaded costume jewelry to compliment h...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany 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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel 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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