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Necklaces For Sale
Period: 19th Century
Period: 1940s
Antique 19c Chinese Russet Jade Carved Concentric Bi Disc Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Richmond, CA
This 19th-century Chinese russet jade bi-disc pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that beautifully encapsulates the rich heritage and artistry of traditional Chinese craftsmanship...
Category
19th Century Chinese Artisan Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Antique French Empire Period Double Sided Sacred Heart Silver Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique French Empire period double sided Sacred Heart silver cross
19th Century
Length: 3.75 inches
Width: 2.25 inches
Tested for sterling silver, of solid construction.
The front depicting the Sacred Heart pierced by a sword and topped with a flaming torch, flanked by the motto Spec Unica. The back with the Sacred Heart surrounded by the Crown of Thorns, bleeding, topped with a flaming torch, with the following letters: C.U., E.T., A.U., ICJ. The decorative elements at the arms are classical French Empire period, circa 1840.
The moving subject of this beautiful crucifix relates to a passage in the Gospels which describes Christ's crown of thorns being transferred from his head to his heart, emphasizing that He felt his wounds in the depth of his heart. After Resurrection, the allusion is that the crown of thorns becomes a crown of victory- In the Revelation 19:12, Christ wears “many crowns” and believers who are victorious over sin and Satan will receive the “crown of life...
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19th Century French Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an antique pendant from the Victorian era. This charming piece has been crafted into the shape of a love heart and boasts a sizeable pear shaped natural silver pearl at ...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Necklace Heart Locket 15k Belcher Link
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Victorian turquoise & diamond heart locket pendant & necklace crafted in 15k yellow gold (pendant) and 9k yellow gold (chain), dating to the late ...
Category
Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Rose Green Two-Tone Gold Grape Leaf Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a rose gold cross-shaped form with beveled edges
Featuring a raised green gold grape leaf motif appliqué
Accented by engraved foliate motif pattern
Suspending from jump...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Yogo Sapphire and Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Enchanting and timeless, this 14kt yellow gold Antique Yogo Sapphire and Pearl Necklace boasts 6 magnificent signature Yogo Sapphires and pearls in all their illustrious radiance. An...
Category
Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian sterling silver medal pendant, Medallion, Agriculture
Located in NEWARK, GB
A wonderfully interesting piece here.
I truly love this piece it is so rich in history and Victorian design, there are two medals made from sterling silver, each with a beautifully engraved script to them.
One side reads United East Lothian Agricultural Society, 1897, won by Mr Ure, Abbey Mains.
The other side; Presented by D Riddell, Blackhall Paisley, For the best foal got by any of his horses.
The pair are mounted into this fantastic French silver mount with a dolphin bale.
This piece makes for a wonderful and interesting pendant that would look great hung from an antique silver long chain...
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Antique Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm twisted rope chain
Terminating with a hinged fob lobster clasp
Stamped for 14 karat gold
With maker's mark
Circa: 1870s
Width at widest: 1/4 inch
Length: 49 1/...
Category
1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant with rose cut diamond 0.25ct set in silver
detailed description
The pendant is 2.5 cm high and 1.8 cm wide
Weight: 4.6 grams
Occupied with:
33 - (1.3 mm - 2.8 m...
Category
1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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...
Category
1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1880
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Victorian fancy double link gold guard chain and bolt ring catch.
Metal: 15k yellow gold
Weight: 20.00 grams
Measurements: Length 175cm
Era: Victorian Circa 1880
Antique guard chains...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Arts and Crafts Enamelled Festoon Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful festoon necklace crafted at a time when the Arts and Crafts movement was at its pinnacle. A 14ct yellow gold belcher style chain suspends multiple matching ...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Crescent Moon Pendant. Featuring eight cushion cut rubies with a total weight of approximately 3.00 carats. Accented by 57 senaill...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
French Victorian No Heat Multicolor Sapphire & Natural Pearl Opera Necklace
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents:
A French made, victorian period natural sapphire and pearl necklace in 18 karat gold. Set with sapphires encompassing the full rainbow of color. Featu...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Coral Three Strand Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Late 1800's Victorian Three Strand coral bead necklace. This necklace showcases the radiant beauty of coral, which is known for its alluring hues and unique texture. The three strand...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Central Asian Tribal Silver Talisman Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique Islamic Central Asian tribal silver talisman chain necklace presumably from the Herat, Afghanistan. The necklace, originating from the nomadic tribes of Central Asia, features a large pendant with calligraphic inscriptions and floral designs. On the sides there are cylindrical holders for prayer scrolls or talismans. The rectangular decorations above are also talismans, possibly symbolizing the Koran. Unmarked. Circa the late 19th or early 20th century. Total weight: 284 g. Handmade Chains and Silver Collectibles, Ethnic Jewelry For Women.
OVERALL GOOD VINTAGE CONDITION. SIGNS OF AGE AND WEAR. REFER TO PHOTOS...
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Cabochon Garnet Grapes on The Vine Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Grape Pendant
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
This Victorian 15ct gold pendant is a true masterpiece, featuring a stunning design of fabulous cabochon garnet balls that are ...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 20.00CT+(Est.) Old mine Diamond filigree Necklace Platinum/18K 18" long
Located in Chicago, IL
Gorgeous statement to the opulence of the Victorian Era. This necklace is in great wearable condition considering it's age. It is made from PLATINUM and 18K gold (not stamped but tes...
Category
1880s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 15ct Victorian Gold Ruby & Diamond Glass Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Glass Locket
15ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Gorgeous Victorian Round, Bow Topped Locket. Set with Old Cut Diamonds & Natural Calibrated Ru...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Amethyst and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous amethyst and pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant showcases an expertly crafted heart shaped amethyst possessing a stunning purple colour tone. Th...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian 19.30 Ct. Madeira Citrine Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find
This authentic Victorian period pendant is 1880 ca.
Very pretty and distinctive from the period designed with a gorgeous bow topping the oval shape main pendant of fine gem...
Category
1880s European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Early Renoir MidCentury Copper Stylized Tulip 18 Link Choker Necklace
By Renoir
Located in Chicago, IL
Without a post-1955 copyright symbol and with the brand's earliest script signature, this likely late 1940s signed Renoir shiny copper choker necklace features 18 links each stylized as a tulip flowerhead in a modernized bolder Art Nouveau style. The American jewelry company's exclusive durable "Copron" finishing on the top of the links prevents tarnishing and fingerprints. The functional tiny linear links and the reverse side of the necklace were meant to remain blackened, while a black signature is impressed on the underside of the fold-over clasp.
Comparatively without the additional enamel decoration of the company's post-1952 jewelry line signed Matisse...
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1940s American Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Copper
Antique 15ct Gold Banded Agate Victorian Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Banded Agate Pendant
Victorian
Fabulous 15ct Gold Set Banded Agate Pendant.
Engraved- META January 6th 1884
The Pendant Boasts a Be...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique 9k gold Croquet seal fob pendant, Carnelian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique 9ct gold seal fob is designed a little differently and is really very charming!
It is designed as two crossed croquet mallets with a hoop and ball to the base, resting ...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels Yellow Gold Collar
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1980s Van Cleef and Arpels yellow gold choker necklace. This variation is for a medium size neckline the necklace is 16 inches...
Category
Early 19th Century French Contemporary Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with a singl...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond
Rousselet Glass Paste Choker
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Glass paste choker comprised of floral elements. Manufactured by Rousselet workshop probably for Madeleine Rivière.
Additional information:
Condition: Good general condition. The gl...
Category
1940s French Vintage Necklaces
Chinese Antique Jade Necklace, Nephrite, Certified Untreated, 33"
Located in Southbury, CT
This opera-length (33") nephrite jade necklace is exactly like the one your Chinese great-grandmother wore or maybe still does wear. Those of us without a Chinese great-grandmother must make do with whatever treasures we can find. And this is one of those found treasures.
A proper old-school Chinese nephrite beaded necklace...
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Late 19th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Antique Etruscan Revival Ernesto Pierret Pendant, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique pendant in the style of Etruscan Revival by Ernesto Pierret. This piece displays fine bead work as only a master could achieve. Ernesto Pierret, A Frenchman working in Italy, was a contemporary of Castellani and one of the finest jewelry artists of Rome at this time. He, therefore, was a leading 19th century jeweler specializing in fine archeological and Etruscan Revival jewelry - which was inspired by the discovery of the 700-300 BC tombs of the Etruscan people.
Ernesto Pierret jewelry can today be seen in museum collections.
This large etruscan revival pendant is a fine example of such pieces and we have not encountered another to rival this example of fine gold work. The center stone is a hand carved carnelian scarab. This piece measures 2.1 inches long and 1.5 inches at its width. It is 18K and in very fine condition. Signed on the verso, this archaeological style pendant is shown on a 19th century gold chain...
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1860s Etruscan Revival Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Faceted French Jet and Silver Cross Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian faceted french jet cross pendant with a silver bail. The cross hangs on a quality modern silver belcher chain, which is adjustable and soldered on each link. Measur...
Category
Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Georgian Ruby Emerald Diamond and Gold Cannetille Brooch-Cum-Pendant, Circa 1830
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cannetille brooch-cum-pendant, with a cushion shaped emerald in the centre, surrounded by a cluster of eight, old mine-cut diamonds, wit...
Category
Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant
18ct Gold Tested
Circa 1880
Gorgeous, Victorian crescent moon pendant. Set with twinkling, old cut, natural diamonds.
Fea...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold and plays host to stunning baroque pearl. This natural stone p...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Diamond
Emerald Rose-cut Diamonds Brooch Pin Pendant Silver Gold, 1890.
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Emerald Rose-cut Diamonds Brooch Pin Pendant Silver Gold. Created around 1890.
Finely detailed High-Quality Antique Diamond Gold and Silver Brooch that is also a pendant. There is a ...
Category
1890s Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Platinum/ 18K White Gold Antique Cut Diamond Bow Ribbon Necklace Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
This adorable necklace features an exquisite bow-shaped platinum mounting. The graceful bow motif represents femininity and sophistication. It showcases old mine diamonds, approximat...
Category
Early 19th Century Art Deco Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold
ANTIQUE VICTORIAN 10k GOLD HAIR ART MOURNING BROOCH WITH SEED PEARLS
Located in New York, NY
I have a long-held fascination with Victorian hair art and mourning jewelry, and this piece is full of amazing details. In the 19th Century Europe a...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 10k Gold
Antique Victorian Cross pendant brooch, Pearl and paste, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique Victorian era cross pendant brooch.
The cross has an engraved front and is adorned with creamy seed pearl along with coral and turquoise coloured paste stones.
It...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Citrine pendant brooch, 9k yellow gold, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Citrine pendant brooch.
This pretty piece is designed in 9ct yellow gold with a scrollwork design in rich tones, the pendant brooch is set with three oval cut cit...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful Victorian locket necklace. This antique pendant has been expertly crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart. It has a plain sm...
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
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...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with an ar...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with an array...
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
French First Communion 18K Rose Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) rose and yellow gold charm pendant depicting a chalice surmounted with a wafer, flanked by a grapevine and a sheaf of wheat, representing the First Communion....
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19th Century French Antique Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with a single r...
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Antique 10k gold watch key swivel fob pendant, Bloodstone and Carnelian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This antique Victorian 9ct gold watch key seal fob makes for a fantastic pendant or the perfect addition to your favourite Albert chain.
The Victorians had a great way of turning fu...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, 10k Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Victorian bohemian garnet necklace. This piece is set in low carat gold with pretty garnet flowers and smaller drop flowers. Circa 1870-80,
...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Antique 18ct Gold Large Victorian, Turquoise, Pearl & Diamond Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
18ct Gold Tested
Victorian Circa 1870
The Most Fabulous, Victorian Oval Shaped Locket. Beautifully Handmade, Set with Natural Seed Pearls, Turquoise & Rose C...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Certified Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Jade Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold certified natural jade pendant. Centered with one oval carved and pierced cabochon-cut natural jade omphacite, measuring approximately 21.50 x 1...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 14k Gold
Antique Gold Silver Diamond Starburst Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique 14k gold and silver starburst brooch/pendant, adorned with approx. 1.50ctw in rose and old mine cut diamonds. Brooch measures 1.5" x 1.5". Weight - 13.1 grams.
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19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Silver, Gold
Antique garnet necklace, 19th c
Located in Stockholm, SE
Garnets were popular in the 19th c and maybe they will be sometime in the future.. But today not. That is why a piece like this can be bought at such a low price.
The craftsmanship ...
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Late 19th Century Swedish Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet
Retro 1940s 14K Gold Globe Shaped Locket Charm Pendant 18K Handmade 24” Chain
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Retro 1940s 14K Gold Globe Shaped Locket Charm Pendant 18K Handmade 24” Chain
Weight 37.3 gram
Condition New without tags, no scuff marks, no scratches, se...
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1940s American Retro Vintage Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold
Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from yellow gold into the shape of a flower head and silver set with a single ...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Sapphire and Diamond 10k Rose Gold Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Sapphire and Diamond 10k Rose Gold Crescent Moon Pendant. Featuring 11 cushion mixed cut sapphires with a total weight of approximately 3.30 carats. Accented by 20 sena...
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1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart and expertly set with a qui...
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Mid-19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
Victorian Ornate Link Yellow Gold Guard Chain Circa 1890
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This ornate, fancy link guard chain is beautifully unique with the fine wire work and craftsmanship to each link of this piece. Its versatile length allows you to wear it as a full-l...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Crystal Tassle Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Tassel Pendant
15ct gold
Circa 1880
Lovely, Victorian Tassel Pendant. Set with a Gorgeous Oval, Foiled Backed Crystal. Features...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Crystal, Gold, 15k Gold
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted 15ct yellow gold pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant takes on the shape of a love heart which plays host to...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct yellow gold into the the shape of a little love heart. The piece has then been expertly ...
Category
19th Century Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl
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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