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Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Jade
Gemstone: Freshwater Pearl
Double Strand Deep Intense Green Jade, Onyx, Gold Beaded Necklace, c1960's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Comprising of fine & well-matched Natural Jadeite beads of 7mm each of deep intense green colour Sections of 4 are separated by black faceted onyx beads, creating an elegant look Completed by a comfortable & secure parrot clasp, crafted in 18K yellow gold The necklace is double strand, with 1 strand being longer than the other with average length of 42cm Weight: 36gr. Vintage c1950...
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1960s Australian Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

1970's Carved Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Vintage Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a carved jade disk measuring 24.0 mm round - depicting a bird perched among blossoms Transparent light to dark green in color - sen in milgrain bezel with pierced radial s...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Yellow Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved and pierced natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a circular medallion, surrounded by scrolling foliage borders (L:22-...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade

Fine Chinese Pierced Yellow Honey Jadeite Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade 20-26"
Located in Richmond, CA
A large finely carved natural yellow jadeite pendant, featuring a carved circular bi with a 6 petal flower center medallion, topped with a coin,...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade

20" Fine Chinese Carved Yellow Jadeite Shouxing Pendant Beaded Necklace A-Grade
Located in Richmond, CA
Beaded Necklace Overall Length: 20" This finely carved yellow jadeite pendant (on matching jadeite beads) features a finely carved Shouxing pendant on matching beaded necklace. Shouxing, in Chinese mythology, one of three stellar gods known collectively as Fulushou. He was also called Nanji Laoren (“Old Man of the South Pole”). Though greatly revered as the god of longevity (shou), Shouxing has no temples. Instead, birthday parties for elders provide a fitting time for visitors to bow before his statue, which is draped in embroidered silk robes...
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade

23.5" Yellow Jadeite Qi-Dragon Pendant Beaded Necklace GIA Gemologist Appraisal
Located in Richmond, CA
This exquisite yellow jadeite pendant (62x43x12mm), masterfully carved into the form of a chi-dragon clutching a coin in its mouth, is a symbol ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Artisan Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold

Jade and Gold Necklace
Located in Weston, MA
This dramatic and versatile necklace is composed of flattened scroll pattern links in 18K yellow gold spaced by 10 carved jade discs. Necklace is 30” in length 18K yellow gold Car...
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Late 20th Century Retro Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Cultured Fresh Water Pearl Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Custom Material: 14K white gold Pearl: cultured fresh water = 6.7mm Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 28.56 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Pearl Strand, White and Silver/Blue, Very Good, 62 inches, 7-8mm
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful strand of freshwater pearls that's 62 inches in length with white and silver/blue pearls that have a very good luster and nacre. The pearls are 7-8mm in diameter. These ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl

Diamond Baroque Freshwater Pearl Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Baroque Freshwater Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3,490 914644 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, ...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Platinum Diamond Jade Coral Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Tiffany & Co diamond clasp long necklace, with 6-9.5mm jade beads and 4-9.5mm corals. Weight - 156.3 grams. Diamond is approx. 0.74ct. Necklace is 75" long.
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20th Century American Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Jade, Platinum

Certified Natural Nephrite White Hetian Jade Necklace, Birds and Nature Motif
Located in Hong Kong, HK
For your consideration is a certified natural nephrite jade necklace. This jade is very well carved. The jade carving is of scenic nature of birds and trees. The Hetian nephrite jade carving is close to being white. The photo (#3) that best represent the jade color is the one taken with a human hand as the background. Hetian jade...
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2010s Chinese Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade

Diamond Freshwater Pearl Necklace Baroque 14k Gold Italy Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Baroque Freshwater Pearl Diamond Necklace 14k Gold Italy Certified $3950 914368 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bohemian Grey Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, and Diamond Sunburst Pendant Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
This bohemian necklace features a sunburst pendant and diamond clasp; both set in oxidized silver on a grey moonstone and freshwater pearl chain. Pendant including clasp measures apx...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Silver

Mikimoto 18 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
MIKIMOTO 18K WHITE GOLD PEARL & DIAMOND PENDANT Mint condition 18k White Gold, Pearl, Diamonds Pendant dimension: 0.5x1.6” Diamond: 0.08ct R...
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2010s Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Jade Bead Diamond Demi-Parure
Located in New York, NY
A demi-parure comprising necklace and earrings presenting 82 beads of jade of diameters ranging between 1.2 and 0.6 cm. The necklace's clasp and earrings...
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1970s Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace A pendant necklace featuring a center diamond wreath with a dangling jade and a floral motif in the middle complimented by a bow on top ...
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20th Century Unknown Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified Freshwater Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Indulge in the unique elegance of our GIA Certified Freshwater Baroque Pearl Necklace. This necklace is strung with 96 creme white, freshwater pearls showcasing their distinctive sha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl

Rare Tiffany & Co. Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co Hardwear White Freshwater Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Link Pendant Necklace. Beautiful and rare freshwater pearl link necklace from the Tiffany & Co Hardwear line. Tiff...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapporo Burmese A-Jadeite Icy 25mm Donut Pendant Necklace with FYORO String
Located in Kowloon, HK
Sapporo Burmese A-Jadeite Icy 25mm Donut Pendant Necklace with FYORO String Using Handpicked high translucency and carved natural Burmese A-Jadeite. We created a donut with inspirat...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade

Sapporo Burmese A-Jadeite Laughing Buddha Pendant Necklace with FYORO String
Located in Kowloon, HK
Sapporo Burmese Green A-Jadeite Laughing Buddha Pendant Necklace with FYORO String Using Handpicked high translucency and carved natural Burmese A-Jadeite. We created a Laughing Bud...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade

Red Peach Jasper and Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 20 inches (50 cm). The size of the smooth round beads is 18 mm. This necklace has incredibly warm, soft, and tasty shades. It is a delicate peach color,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Sterling Silver

Sapporo Burmese A-Jadeite Elephant Pendant Necklace with FYORO String
Located in Kowloon, HK
Sapporo Burmese Green A-Jadeite Elephant Pendant Necklace with FYORO String Using Handpicked high translucency and carved natural Burmese A-Jadeite. We created an elephant design wi...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade

Sapporo Burmese A-Jadeite Big Laughing Buddha Pendant Necklace with FYORO String
Located in Kowloon, HK
Sapporo Burmese Green A-Jadeite Big Laughing Buddha Pendant Necklace with FYORO String Using Handpicked high translucency and carved natural Burmese A-Jadeite. We created a Big Laug...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade

A.Jeschel Masterpiece Oval Chrysocolla plates necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Introducing our captivating creation: the Dramatic and Bold Chrysocolla Oval Plates Necklace, a true one-of-a-kind masterpiece. Crafted with meticulously polished Chrysocolla plates...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Chrysocolla, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Buddha Burmese A-Jadeite Brooch/Lapel Pin with 14K Yellow Gold and Silver 925
Located in Kowloon, HK
Happy Buddha Burmese A-Jadeite Brooch/Lapel Pin with Solid 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver 925 Using Handpicked and carved Burmese A-Jadeite. We carved our Happy Buddha Design,...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Round Pillar Purple Lavender Jade Tube Pendant (With Solid 14K Yellow Gold)
Located in Kowloon, HK
Round Pillar Purple Lavender Jade Jadeite Tube Pendant (With Solid 14K Yellow Gold) The cylindric smoothness represents strength and awareness of nature, the 'Round Pillar Purple Ja...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

49.24ct Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Pendant & 22K Chain in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our mesmerizing 49.24ct Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond Pendant, accompanied by a 22K Twisted Chain Necklace in Yellow Gold. This extraordinary pendant features an extra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yel...

Lavender Jade Pendant: Wait Until You See the Other Side, Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This circa 1950s natural and untreated jadeite pendant is a showcase of lapidary skill and artistry. The pale violet and light green stone has been c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1969 Black Jade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Presenting the epitome of timeless elegance: the Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 1969 Black Jade Necklace. Crafted to perfection, this exquisite piece exudes sophistication and luxury with i...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Necklaces

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Jade, Black Jade, Yellow Gold

1915 Art Deco Jade Cabin in the Woods Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a spectacular 10K yellow gold Art Deco pendant depicting a serene image of a cabin in the woods with a rich green jade background. This pend...
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1910s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Jade, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.42ct GIA Certified Untreated Green Jadeite Jade A Grade 18k White Gold Pendant
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare GIA Certified Untreated Jadeite Jade A-Grade Green Pendant Necklace. 8.42 Carat beautiful untreated jadeite stone with a mottled green colour and very good oval cabochon cut. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade Oval Cabochon Oval Faceted Ruby Yellow Sapphire 18 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Big Jade Oval Cabochon measuring 25x32 mm set as a Pendant in 18kt yellow gold bezel with in the center a oval faceted Ruby set in 18kt yellow gold ...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lavender Jadeite Jade Peach and Diamond Pendant, Certified Untreated
Located in San Francisco, CA
This is an all natural, untreated jadeite jade carved peach pendant set on an 18K white and diamond gold bail. The carved peach symbolizes longevity. It measures 1.39 inches (35.3 mm) x 0.79 inches (20.1 mm) with thickness of 0.29 inches (7.5 mm) weighing 7.4 grams. Included is a Hong Kong Gems Laboratory Jade Identification Report stating the stone is natural color, type A, 翡翠 (fei cui...
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21st Century and Contemporary Burmese Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Teardrop Jade Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Jade Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Beautiful Jade Drop Pendant 14k Yellow Gold (solid gold) Natural jade but color treated (type of treatment is very popular and common). overall weight 2.2 grams. Size: approx Stone ...
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2010s Chinese Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yianni Creations Pearl Fine Silver and 24 Karat Gold Two-Tone Pendant Enhancer
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting Yianni Creations handcrafted pendant from Midas Collection, all 100% Handmade Artisan creation from Fine Silver 950 purity, plated with palladium to resist elements. The liquid edges and pearl crown is decorated with a thick layer of 24 Karat Yellow Gold. The pendant features 8mm Freshwater Pearl complemented by a unique brushed texture. The pendant comes with a silk rope necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Yell...

Yellow Gold Jade/Jadeite Botanical Pendant - 14k Carved Etched Leaves
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Jade/Jadeite Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Carved Color: Green & White Theme: Botanical Features: Etched leaf desig...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade 40” Strand Beads
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Multi-colored green jade is strung on a long 40" strand cord. Extending length is 3-1/2 " with 3-beads and red multi-layered tassel GIA Gemologist inspected and evaluated
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Anglo-Indian Necklaces

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Jade

GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold. This stunning pendant is set with a g...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pendant set with Jade and Diamonds 18k red gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k red gold pendant set with jade and brilliant cut diamonds detailed description: The jade is cut on both sides: one side with a horse and a dragon, other side with peaches and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold

Imperial Green Burmese A-Jade Beaded Necklace (10mm Each x 42 beads) 10001
Located in Kowloon, HK
Imperial Green Burmese A-Jade Beaded Necklace (10mm Each x 42 beads) 10001 The "Imperial Jade Necklace" has Grade-A Jadeite beads; each handpicked, cut and calibrated by our finest ...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl Necklace with Jade and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful cultured pearl necklace. This vintage piece features a single strand of individually knotted rounded cultured pearls. Each stone used is perfectly matched in...
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20th Century Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphires & Mint Vintage Jade Neck Set 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphires & Mint Vintage Jade Neck Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural oval Ruby - 42 carats Blue color sapphires - 5.00 carats Vintage Jade from China Mint...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces

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Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Carved Jadeite Jade "Dragon Hook" Chinese Belt Buckle Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
This piece is a magnificent antique relic with incredible origins. The jadeite jade is known as Type A with no resin enhancements. Made with a hand-carve...
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20th Century Chinese Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Cultured Freshwater Pearl Nine-Strand Necklace 17 1/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Cultured Freshwater Pearls Style: Nine-Strand Fastening Type: Tab Clasp with Safety Bar Measurements Length: 17 1/4" Width: 1" (...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Yellow Gold Diamond Red Ruby Green Jade Bird Home Sweet Home Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A large 14 karat yellow gold 'Home Sweet Home' charm pendant designed as a house and ruby diamond tree with a jade and diamond bird singing on a fence. Marked 14K for 14 karat gold a...
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20th Century American Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Le Carrousel Necklace Purple Jade and Pink Sapphires
Located in Arezzo, IT
Avant-garde design, simple and linear volumes come together in this necklace from Le Carrousel collection. 18-karat yellow gold, combined with purple jade and the preciousness of pin...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade, 18k Gold

PONTIEL Vintage Glass Flower Buds and Jade Beads with Gold Fill Avalon Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This one of a kind, striking emerald green beaded necklace displays five glass flower buds made from original vintage glass from 1950s Czech Republic. Each glass flower bud is indivi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Post-War Necklaces

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Jade, Gold-filled

JKa Kohle & Co Yellow Gold Carved Natural Jadeite Diamond Pearl Drop Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This exquisite carved Jadeite diamond & pearl 18k yellow gold necklace is a masterpiece of fine jewelry, combining elegance, craftsmanship, and the timeless allure of precious materi...
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1980s German Contemporary Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dilys' 268.50ct Lavender Jade Grape Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This significant lavender jade carving of the grape motif is the latest addition to Dilys’ rare jade collection. The icy lustre of this substantial piece of natural A-grade lavender ...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sa...

Antique 4.60 Carat Jadeite and Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1920's 4.60 carat jadeite and 0.28 carat diamond, 18k white gold and platinum set pendant; part of our diverse antique jade jewellery collections. This...
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1920s Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, White Gold, Platinum

Natural Myanmar Liu Haichan Icy Type Tricolor Green Yellow Red Jade Pendant
Located in Kowloon, HK
This jade pendant is 100% natural, untreated, and undyed Type A Myanmar jadeite. It is hand-carved into Liu Haichan. Beautiful translucent icy texture with tricolor green, yellow, an...
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2010s Hong Kong Arts and Crafts Necklaces

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Jade

Twin Dragons Burmese A-Jadeite Brooch with 14K Yellow Gold and Silver 925 Back
Located in Kowloon, HK
Twin Dragons Burmese Green Jade A-Jadeite Brooch/Lapel Pin with 14K Yellow Gold and Silver 925 Back Using Handpicked and carved Burmese A-Jadeite. We carved our two dragons that fac...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

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Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Beautiful 18.83ct Jadeite Jade Donut Disc Peace Wheel Pendant Necklace
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Beautiful jadeite jade pendant in a donut/ disc shape, also known as a peace wheel, on a macrame waxed cotton cord. The cord has is expandable up to 32 inches and had jade bead finia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

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Jade

49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our mesmerizing 49.24ct Large Iridescent Baroque Pearl Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold. This extraordinary pendant features an extra-large Freshwater Baroque Pearl, bo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yel...

Nephrite Silver Pendant Jade Natural White Opaque Healing Oval Cabochon Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Jade - Nephrite gemstone weight - 42 carat gemstone size - 0.32 х 0.83 х 1.14 in / 8 х 21 х 29 mm pendant weight - 11.20 grams
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2010s German Artist Necklaces

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Jade, Silver

Certified Jadeite Jade Donut, Peace Buckle Pendant, Unusual Pure Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This is certified natural jadeite jade of about 30cts. This jade circle is also know as a "PEACE" pendant or a peace buckle. The PURE color jade is held together with a traditional Chinese string cord that is adjustable up to 25 inches long. Nothing much to say about this jade except it is absolutely beautiful. The color and the pureness is rarely seen! The jade donut...
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2010s Hong Kong Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Vintage Turquoise and Freshwater Pearl Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The necklace is 20.5 inches (52 cm) long, and the faceted round beads are 12 mm in size. The color of the beads is sky blue to contain brown veins. Genuine, stabilized, no color adde...
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Late 20th Century European Art Deco Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Shop Antique, New and Vintage Necklaces on 1stDibs

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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