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Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Blue Sapphire
Gemstone: Tiger's Eye
Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-5mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in platinum, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all attenti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-4mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-4mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 0.33ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-6mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in platinum, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all attenti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum Size-6mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this round sapphire pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Oval Sapphire and Diamond Pendant in Platinum (Size-4x3mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous sapphire solitaire pendant features an alluring conch-like frame within which sits an oval, prong set blue sapphire. Sparkling round diamond accents add to the overall ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-4mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in platinum, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all attenti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Round 1ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 0.60ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all at...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 0.60ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 1ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all at...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.75ct Blue Sapphire Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire pendant features a pear-shaped sapphire secured in a prong setting. A brilliant round diamond sits atop the blue gemstone adding to the design's charm. Simple ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.75ct Blue Sapphire Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire pendant features a pear-shaped sapphire secured in a prong setting. A brilliant round diamond sits atop the blue gemstone adding to the design's charm. Simple ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-4mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, this round sapphire pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-5mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in platinum, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all attenti...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, this round sapphire pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 0.60ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum Size-4mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-6mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all at...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-5mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in platinum, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all attenti...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 1ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all at...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

ANGARA Natural Round 1ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in 14k yellow gold, this round sapphire pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold Size-6mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted in 14k white gold, this round sapphire pendant...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Rose Gold Size-6mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a stunning sapphire solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in 14k rose gold, the elegant design of this classic sapphire pendant draws all at...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rose Gold

Natural Round Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum Size-5mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire 6mm Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Round 1 ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in Platinum Size-6mm
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire sapphire pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The radiant blue gem is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Flower Shaped Blue Sapphire And White Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exemplifying the timeless beauty of the early 20th century, this Flower-Shaped Pendant, adorned with White Diamonds and a Blue Sapphires, is truly a work of art. Weighing a total of ...
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20th Century Indian Retro Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Style Diamond Ruby Emerald Sapphire Yellow Gold Flowers Necklace
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Necklaces

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Peridot, Topaz, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Fre...

14K Yellow Gold Bead Chain Oval Natural Sapphire Pendant Necklace #15625
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Bead Chain with Oval Sapphire Pendant This beautiful necklace is set in 14K yellow gold. Necklace is 15.5" in length and set with 1 ...
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20th Century Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold, Fancy Vivid Yellow Diamond and Sapphire Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This is a beautiful classic cross pendant. It is set in 18k white gold and one fancy vivid yellow diamond. In the center is one fancy vivid yellow diamond 0.04 cts. There are 5 Marqu...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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

0.91 Carat Sapphire and 0.16 Carat Diamond Drop Pendant ref2038
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the captivating allure of our exquisite pendant, where a magnificent cluster of vivid blue sapphires steals the spotlight. Five brilliant sapphires (four marquise and one ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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

Fine Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire 18k White Gold Round Cut Rubover Pendant
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire 18k White Gold Round Cut Bezel Rubover Pendant Necklace. 0.85 Carat sapphire with a beautiful vivid cornflower blue colour and excellent clarity...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.31 Carat Vivid Blue Sapphire and 0.13 Ct Diamond Halo Pendant in 18W ref2236
Located in New York, NY
Prepare to be captivated by the sheer elegance and beauty of our Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Pendant. This pendant is a dazzling fusion of vibrant sapphires and scintillating n...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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

0.74 Carat Blue Sapphire and 0.21 Carat Diamond Pendant in 18k White ref1461
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant features nine closely set square blue sapphires (total weight 0.74 carats) to give the impression of a single larger center. This is surrounded by a halo of ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.73 Carats Blue Sapphire with Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A classic pendant style showcasing a color-rich blue sapphire weighing 0.73 carats, surrounded by a row of halo round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.18 carats total. Made in 18K White...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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

18kt Yellow Gold Greek Style Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
A true head-turner! This 18 karat yellow gold necklace features a gold twist chain with a Greek pattern inspired pendant suspended from it. Bezel set within the gold pendant is a sin...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.6 Carat Marquise Sapphire and 0.72 Carat Round Natural Diamond Pendant ref2341
Located in New York, NY
This sapphire pendant defines opulence with its breathtaking double halo design. This captivating piece is a true work of art, featuring a symphony of gemstones that will leave you i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklaces

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

Alex Jona Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Long Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 39.37 inch -100 cm long necklace, featuring 64.44 carats of flat cut blue sapphires, drilled and linked in 18 Karat white gold. A...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklaces

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant 1940s Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a graduated collar comprised of finely woven gold mesh Fabric-like and cinched with a clustered sapphire bead station Featuring round sapphire beads measuring 3.0 to 5.0 ...
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1940s Vintage Necklaces

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

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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