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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Art Deco
Style: Retro
Important Opal Necklace Set With Diamonds 60 Carats Total 19.5 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Condition: Excellent Opals = 54 Carats Diamonds = 6.48 Carats (Color: F-J, Clarity: VS-I) Metal: Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Length: ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French 1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Falling Braided Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, rhinoceros and eagle heads hallmarks. Elegant vintage gold necklace featuring a mesh of interwoven gold wires. The clasp is ratchet with 8 safety ca...
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1950s French Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Plus qu'hier et moins que demain - Small Augis charm - 18k solid gold - love you
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this "Plus qu'hier et moins que demain" love token. This love medallion of all love medallions was first created by the famous Lyon jeweller Alphonse Augis. He based this...
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Late 20th Century French Retro Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 1950's Finely Carved Pinkish White Coral Silver Cameo Brooch / Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Vintage Finely Carved Pinkish White Coral Brooch is depicting a profile of a young lady, incredibly detailed, within a 925 Sterling Silver finely detailed decorative borde...
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Marcasite, Silver

New Hermès Finesse Pendant Diamonds Rose Gold 18k
Located in Paris, IDF
Stunning​ ​Hermès Pink​ ​Gold​ ​Pendant​ ​set​ ​with​ ​diamonds,​ ​adjustable​ ​lobster​ ​clasp.​ ​The​ ​ring-stick​ ​becomes​ ​pattern.​ ​A​ ​character,​ ​graphic​ ​and​ ​pure Pink...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
By Trio
Located in Miami, FL
With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond piece is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. Centered by a genuine cabochon oval channel...
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1970s American Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This dainty Diamond and Pearl pendant was hand crafted in the 1920s. Centring around a 4mm drop down pearl, a circlet of platinum surrounds with six diamonds set between petal design...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Decorated Flowers Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 7.1 grams. Totally is diamond 0.85 ct. The diamond is has H-I color and vs-s1-s2 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any ...
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Diamond Open Clover Necklace 14k Solid Gold Lucky Flower Necklace Gift rose gold Diamond Clarity Grade vs - si Setting Style Prong Type Necklace Metal Purity 14k Colored ...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
This exquisite art deo statement piece of jewelry is offered by Alex & Co. This pendant showcases a four prong double basket set blue aquamarine octagonal step cut weighing approxima...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Decorated Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 20.9 grams. Totally is diamond 2.80 ct. The diamond is has F-G color and vvs-vs clarity. Total lenght is chain 50 cm. Please contact for any q...
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1990s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Retro Style Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Located in MADRID, ES
Introducing a truly exquisite piece of jewelry: the 18k Gold Retro Style Choker Necklace adorned with 0.60 ct Single Cut Diamonds. This stunning pie...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

$1 NO RESERVE! 4.57 Carat Emerald Circle - 14kt Yellow gold - Pendant Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Don't miss your chance to own this unique and exquisite pendant necklace of top quality Emerald. Necklace length: 45 cm and 2 cm pendant Center Emerald Stone: Weight: 4.57 ct / 10 ...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique silver young child portrait pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare Art Deco era silver pendant, showcasing a scene of innocence and sweetness of a very cute child in his/her pyjama. The child's adorable presence is enhanced by intri...
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 14.5 grams. Totally is diamond 2.30 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is lenght 41 cm. Please contact for any qu...
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1990s European Retro Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gold necklace, French, circa 1940.
Located in London, GB
Gold necklace. A yellow gold chain composed of extremely intricate woven wirework links with fine twist detail, to a smooth flowing tapered link chain, approximately 17" in length wi...
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1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

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

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

lapis lazuli heart Diamond Necklace, 925 Silver Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
lapis lazuli heart Diamond Necklace, 925 Silver PendantNecklace, 925 Silver Pendant hand made , hand crafted same day shipping Shipping Time & Delivery Time: Orders wil...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

14Kt Pink and White Gold Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Two-Tone 14Kt Pink & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's / 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 15 Inches in Length This is a great looking hand made necklace or bracelet, pocket...
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1920s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

14Kt White Gold & Black Enamel Necklace, Bracelet or Pocket Chain & Masonic Fob
Located in Long Beach, CA
This is a great looking handmade necklace, bracelet, or pocket watch chain. Each link is hand constructed in solid white gold and hand engraved, and done with kiln fired black enamel...
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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White Gold, Enamel

Important 560 Carats Ruby Bead Multi-Strand Necklace 16 Inches
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Rubies = 560 Carats Metal: Mixed Necklace Length: 16 Inches
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Mixed Metal

Art Deco full set diamond necklace with emerald 18k whitegold
Located in Berlin, BE
Step into a world of opulence and luxury with this magnificent diamond necklace, expertly crafted from 18k white gold. The necklace boasts an exquisite diamond shape, fully set with ...
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Late 20th Century German Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

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

Signed Napier Multi Drop Long Loop White Glass Necklace & Earrings Set
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Necklace loop length: 30″ Earring Length: 1.45″ Bin Code: N24 / P13 Drape yourself in the enduring charm of the Signed Napier Multi Drop Long Loop White Glass Necklace & Earrings S...
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20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Vintage Sterling Silver Unique Cross Pendant Necklace / Christian Jewelry
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Elevate your faith with a touch of vintage charm with this Vintage Sterling Silver Unique Cross Pendant Necklace—a testament to both timeless craftsmanshi...
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20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Signed Selro Selini Lucite Jewelry Set of Antique Necklace and Earrings
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Necklace Length: 18″: pendant length: 6.25″ Earring length: 3.75 Bin Code: N15 /P13 Step into a world of vintage allure with the Selro Selini Lucite J...
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20th Century American Art Deco Necklaces

Vintage Original 18k Gold Natural Diamond Decorated Enamel Pendant
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 3.1 grams. Diamond is has H color and vs clarity. Please contact for any question.
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1980s European Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Important 27.15 Carat Pear Emerald Necklace Set with Diamonds 24.87 Carats Total
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
The pendant was made from 18K White Gold and set with Diamonds. The centerpiece is a Very Important Pear Emerald. It comes with an appraisal by GIA G.G. Pear Emerald = 27.15 Carat To...
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1980s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Wyoming Picture Jasper Long Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
The length of the necklace is 34.5 inches (87.6 cm). The size of the round beads is 14 mm. This necklace has incredibly warm, soft, and tasty shades. Picture Jasper is an opaque, mic...
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Jasper, Sterling Silver

Retro Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant / Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Retro ruby and diamond butterfly motif 18K yellow gold pendant featuring 32 round cabochon and square cut rubies totaling 9 ct. Accented by 24 single round cut and old European cut diamonds totaling 0.75 ct. with a G-H color and SI-1 clarity. Attached to a 14K yellow gold open link chain necklace...
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1940s Retro Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant 18Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage inspired Art Deco style 18 Karat White Gold Pendant set with 2.05 Carat Fine Quality French Cut Ruby and Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds of 2.48 Carat Total Weight. Average Dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sunray Crystal Diamond Pendant In 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Sunray Crystal Diamond PendantIn 18k White Gold Beautiful One of a Kind Art-Deco Style Pendant, with Diamond border and a Baguette Diamond Center Setting on top of a Sunray Crystal ...
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20th Century Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 20.62 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a mixed rectangular cut aquamarine weighing approximately 20.50 carats Transparent light blue in color and set with grooved tabs in scroll motif mounting Set below a pierc...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Marina B 18K Yellow Gold, Mother-of-Pearl and Diamond Long Chain Necklace
Located in Weston, MA
Marina B’s designs are characterized by a sense of refinement and ease. This classic oval link chain is spaced by seven pairs of fancy-shaped white and brown mother-of-pearl stations...
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1980s Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.77 Carat Diamond and 14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.77 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold and platinum set Art Deco pendant; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collect...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Platinum

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

Collier Vintage Art Déco En or Blanc 18 Carats Rubis Et Diamants
Located in OUISTREHAM, FR
Découvrez l'essence même de l'élégance avec le collier graphique de notre prestigieuse collection Art Déco. Fabriqué avec soin en or blanc 18 carats, ce bijou d'exception est un véri...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Necklaces

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Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

The Bright Emerald Custom Cut Tapered Baguette Choker, Silver
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Featuring sixty-six individually hand cut emeralds, this choker is something out of Daisy Buchanan’s dreams. An assortment of baguette emeralds, this choker is a pattern of elongated...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

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Emerald, Silver

Copper-Tone Metal and Turquoise Glass Paste Necklace, 1925s
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Ancient necklace from the 1925s, composed of copper-tone metal and turquoise glass paste. No signature. Additional information: Dimensions: Length: 50 cm (19.68 in), Pendant: 13 ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

18 Karat White Gold Halo Style Pendant 'with 1.39 TCW Diamonds
Located in רמת גן, IL
Lot# 4056843 An elegant halo pendant crafted from 8K white gold and features a brilliant round diamond at its center weighing 1.01 carats H-I SI2-I1.Surrounding the center stone is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition These stunning anchor pendants come on a solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect state...
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20th Century Retro Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Classic Three Row Panther Necklace with Diamond Stirrups, App. 0.40 tcw
Located in Southport, CT
14k yellow gold necklace. This classic necklace is a three row panther style link, which centers an opposing set of stirrups, set with round faceted diamonds, approximately 0.40 TCW. The necklace has a hidden box...
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20th Century Unknown Retro Necklaces

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

Psychedelic Solitaire Necklace 5.9gms 8.15ctw Tourmaline and Cobalt Enamel
Located in New Orleans, LA
Manifest unused potential and enhance your perception. This one of a kind necklace, featuring an oval shaped pink tourmaline and sky blue enamel, is designed to challenge what we con...
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2010s American Retro Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Enamel

Lady's Opal and Diamonds Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
One lady's 2 black opal in blue-green fire color. Average saturation scale with pin fire pattern. Brightness of fire is bright with cabochon, pear shape. Measurements are 39.0 x 27.0...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum, Diamond and South Sea Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
Large, 1970s Piece. Platinum, White Diamond and White, South Sea Double Pearl Pendant. Pendant features two large pearls, both halo set with soft, fl...
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1970s British Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

White and Fancy Yellow Diamond Choker Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This Beautiful Geometric Design is so flexible. This exquisite 16" choker necklace set features a luxurious combination of white and fancy yellow d...
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.80 carat ruby and 0.58 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold pendant and chain; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage 1970s ruby and diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k white gold. The pierced decorated, multi-stranded frame is ornamented with a feature central 0.80Ct oval mixed cut ruby, eight claw set in relief to the center of the design. The feature ruby is encircled by eight individually claw set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The pendant suspends from a contemporary 18k white gold 18" fine curb chain via a flared ring loop attachment to the upper border, accented with a further three pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The chain secures with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening. The pendant is hallmarked to the reverse of the ring loop attachment with the 18k gold finenes mark -750-. This vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This impressive gemstone cluster pendant...
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1970s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Carved Ruby and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco carved ruby and diamond platinum pendant featuring 4 carved, leaf motif cabochon rubies weighing a total of 4 ct. with GIA certificate confirming Burmese origin with no ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique 1930s Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 1930s 0.87 carat diamond and platinum pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. ...
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Rose Gold Graduated Link Watch Fob Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Rose Gold Graduated Link Watch Fob Necklace - 14.5 inches. This incredible watch fob necklace is crafted in 14k rose ...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Rose Gold

Lady's Crystal Opal Graduated Beads Necklace with 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
One lady's crystal opal with a multi-color fire color. Average saturation scale with flash fire pattern. Brightness of fire is bright with shape, round beads. Measurements are 14.0-5...
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1970s American Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Crystal, Opal, Yellow Gold

Diamond Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Art Deco Diamond Necklace Circa 1920-1930’s.. Platinum, all European cut diamonds (G-H color / VV1 to VS1) Approx. 4 cts in the pendent and approx. 6 cts. in the necklace
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond

Diamond Necklace
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Round Cut Diamond with Emerald and Sapphire Floral Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect with everyday wear, this charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant features brilliant-cut diamonds surrounded by emerald...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 48.66 Carat Aquamarine White Gold Collier
Located in Hamburg, DE
An extraordinary aquamarine 48.66 ct wonderful placed in this beautiful center of a 18 Karat white gold linking chain necklace. An impressive contemporary piece of jewellery that rea...
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Early 2000s German Retro Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Rose Gold Open Link Cable Chain Necklace - Shlomit Rogel - Make a Wish
Located in Ramatgan, IL
Shlomit Rogel - 14 Karat Rose Gold Open Link Cable Chain Necklace - Make a Wish Collection Classic and super versatile, this 14k rose gold cable chain is a must have in every jewelr...
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro Gold Camel Pendant 1.75 Carat Natural Diamond Ruby Emerald, Sapphire, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Yellow Gold Hand Made Camel Pendant. Approximately 1.75 carats, set with Natural Diamonds (.20ct), Rubies (.55ct), Emeralds (.75ct), Sapphire (.2...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Retro Gold Pendant 1.80 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Gem Stone, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Pendant approximately 1.80 Carat Natural Diamond & Green Emerald. Set with 4 round and 1 half-moon natural F-G color, VS-SI clarity diamonds weighing 0.40 car...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold with Diamonds Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold necklace, with a gold bow and brilliant diamonds in the center and also on the fringes, Italy 1940s Length 50 cm Pair of matching earrings is available
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Sophia D. 0.92 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sophia D. platinum necklace composed of 0.92 carat cushion cut diamond pendant and 6 round diamonds with a total weight of 0.56 carats. The...
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2010s Art Deco Necklaces

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Diamond, 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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