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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Art Nouveau
Natural Drop Shape Yellow Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our extraordinary Spring Floral Pendant, a true embodiment of beauty and grace. This stunning piece features a captivating combination of the finest round brilliant cut d...
Category
2010s Hong Kong Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Necklace 18kt Gold and Agate. Made in Scotland circa 1820-60's.
Measurements: Length 17.12 inches;
Size of largest central stone is 1.92 inch (48mm) long x 1.6 inch (40mm) ...
Category
1850s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
Natural Diamond Pendant 1.10 ct 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Make sparkle a priority with this elegant baguette and Round diamond Cluster Halo with a delicate design open work around the cluster in this pendant necklace.
Inspired by the era o...
Category
2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Victorian 23.40 Carat Moonstone Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian 23.40 carat moonstone and 12 karat yellow gold collar length necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
This stunning, fine and impressive Victorian moonstone necklace has been crafted in 12k yellow gold.
The necklace displays a feature two-tiered drop to the center of the arrangement; the central tier ornamented with two bezel set round cabochon cut moonstones and the lower tier tapering to a single oval cabochon cut moonstone terminal.
The central drop is flanked on either side by a total of six bezel set oval cabochon cut moonstones drops, dispersed evenly.
The moonstone drops suspend from a 15.5" belcher chain, crafted in 12k yellow gold.
The chain secures with a conventional spring loaded bolt ring fastening to the reverse.
This antique Victorian collarette has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 12k gold.
The necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card.
Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone.
Condition
This stunning antique 1880s necklace...
Category
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Moonstone, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Silver Enamel Pearl Bird Plaque de Cou Levinger & Bissinger Necklace
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book:
Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no 19
A beautiful gilded silver, Plique-à-jour enamel and pearl plaque de cou attributed to Levinger and Bissinger...
Category
Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel
Antique Micro Mosaic 18K Pendant and Brooch, c. 1880
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique micro mosaic 18K yellow gold pendant and brooch, c. 1880. This is a superb example of a fine micro mosaic done in the 19th century. The ornate composition centers swan in m...
Category
1880s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Graduated Fringe Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold fringe necklace encapsulates the essence of romantic jewelry from the Victorian era. Graduated elongated drops topped with round spheres dangle from the 15” necklace. T...
Category
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Sterling Silver Tanzanite Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This stunning estate necklace is sterling silver.
It features tanzanites in a combination of 54 oval cut 4x6mm, 7 marquise cut 3x5mm, 29 round cut 2.5mm, and a single oval cabochon c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold
Located in Stockholm, SE
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this Rare Antique Muff Chain 20k gold, a stunning testament to the craftsmanship of the early 19th century. The centerpiece of this exceptional pi...
Category
Early 18th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Antique Diamond Pendant or Clip with Old Mine & Rose Cuts, Approx 1.98 Ctw
Located in Danvers, MA
An absolutely stunning Victorian period Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Dress Clip with super fiery old mine cut & rose cut diamonds along with a sizable lustrous pearl drop. Just gorgeou...
Category
Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
A Victorian Gold and Garnet Pendant with a Diamond Star
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15 carat gold Victorian oval pendant set with a large deep red carbuncle garnet incrusted with a six pointed star at the centre set with a large cushion cut diamond surrounded by s...
Category
1890s English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Gold October charm with aquamarine
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold charm with a clover four with aquamarine petals and a diamond heart with the text 'Octobre Affection', France circa 1910.
weight: 3.8 grams
dimensions: 2.4 x 2.0 cm
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Located in Fairfield, CT
This striking vintage skull pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that blends gothic charm with classic elegance. The pendant is skillfully carved from what appears to be jet or charcoal, providing a deep, matte contrast to the gleaming gold-tone bail that attaches it to a chain.
During the 19th century, jet was established as a gemstone for mourning, and demand for mourning jewelry during the Victorian era led to extensive excavations of jet in Whitby. Victorian Whitby Jet jewelry...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Style Garnet Floral Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This fine and impressive garnet antique pendant has been crafted in 14k white gold. The pendant displays a central feature round-cut garnet accented with smaller garnet set in an ope...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold
Capucelli '4.24 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds.
Beautiful Diamond T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Capucelli '3.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds.
Beautiful Diamond T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Capucelli '5.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 4-Prongs
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Handmade in New York of polished 14k white gold, CAPUCELLI's Tennis necklace showcases a delicate box chain embellished with dozens of shimmering white diamonds.
Beautiful Diamond T...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Capucelli '7.50 ct. t.w.' Natural Diamonds Tennis Necklace, 14k Gold 3-Prongs
By Capucelli
Located in Great Neck, NY
Description
Beautiful Diamond Tennis Necklace. A staple in your jewelry collection. Handmade in New York City. This tennis necklace showcases a delicate 3 Prongs chain embellished wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Antique 18kt Rose Gold Albert/Fob Watch Chain
Located in Firenze, IT
The Albert chain, or Prince Albert chain as it is also known by was designed in the 1800's for Prince Albert to fit through a waist coat and hold a pocket watch on one end and the ke...
Category
Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Rose Gold
Victorian 8.45ct Diamond Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A mesmerising collection of old cut diamonds adorn this beautiful Victorian pendant. the biggest of the diamonds is set at the centre, weighing 1.00 carat stone. Surrounding the cent...
Category
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite Victorian Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace features a central carnelian. Cherished for its deep hues and symbolic ties to courage and vita...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a unique Victorian creation. A cluster pendant handcrafted from a warm yellow gold features a domed collection of natural turquoise at the centre with an old cushion cut...
Category
19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Intaglio Gemstone Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Eleven exceptionally rare carved gemstones are featured in this museum-quality Victorian necklace and the majority of the intaglio gems date to ancient Ro...
Category
19th Century European Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
Antique Handmade Yellow Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique handmade yellow gold long chain circa 1900. *
ABOUT THIS ITEM: #N-DJ715G. Scroll down for specifications. Antique gold long chains s...
Category
Early 1900s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lorgnette
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This Art Nouveau gold lorgnette likely originates from the United States during the first 20 years of the 20th Century. Crafted from 14 karat yellow gold the lorgnette is extremely simple in its design and is virtually void of ornamentation with the exception of some fine scrollwork around the lens casing. The lenses that are currently fitted are likely original, and whilst in-tact do have some abrasions to the surface of the glass. The piece is marked internally for 14 karat gold and also has a makers mark in the form of a Maltese cross inside a circle, which is currently unidentified. In good condition the piece only has some minor dents to the gold which are commensurate with age. Once a very frequently used object, this wondrous lorgnette would be a beautiful pendant on a long chain for someone wanting a piece of gold...
Category
Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
A beautifully bloomed, delicate 14 Kt gold Art Nouveau pendant suspends a blister pearl and has, at center, a bright, white diamond old diamond of approximately .13 cts. Blister pearls were often a choice during the Art Nouveau period. Concentration was on swirling lines and the hand of man...
Category
Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 3.39 Carats Total Ruby and Diamond Floral Motif Drop Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful vintage pendant drop necklace showcasing a round brilliant cut diamond center stone embellished with eight full-cut red rubies spaced evenly all around. Finished the f...
Category
1950s Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860. The crystal on the reverse can be removed to encase hair or a photo. The garnet is a fabulous cabochon garne...
Category
1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant.
A wonderful twelve point star with smaller rays peeking out from between the larger points.
To the centre there is a superb old cut diamond with an estimated 0.40ct weight, this is surrounded by a mesmerising plethora of old cut and cushion cut diamonds giving this star the most alluring twinkle.
It is crafted in cool crisp sterling silver, this was common on Victorian diamond pieces as the fresh silver tone enhances the colour of the diamonds.
Stars were a very popular motif in Victorian jewellery and they still are today, they provided a symbol of guidance, light and wisdom.
This beautiful antique star pendant...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link Chain Necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Indulge in the timeless elegance of this exquisite Antique French 18kt Yellow Gold Long Fancy Link Chain Necklace. Crafted in the 19th century, circa 1838-1847, in France, this stunn...
Category
1830s French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Onyx Lady Cameo Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a Victorian pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890.
It features an onyx cameo depicting a lady. The piece is adorned with rose cut diamonds and a pearl.
There are some ...
Category
Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold
1890 Victorian Rose Gold Hand Engraved Floral Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a beautiful hand engraved 1890 Victorian locket in 10K rose gold that showcases a gorgeous hand engraved floral motif. At the center, a beautif...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Archeological Revival Enamel and Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Striking and beautifully different are thoughts that come to mind when you see this pendant. The gold is warm, 15kt and rich. It enhances the white of the pearls and accents of white...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Victorian Oval Heart Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Rose Gold Back & Front Stamped
*The term gold front & back is often used to describe antique gold lockets which have a front back made from gold.
The gold...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with old mine cut and rose cut diamonds total approx. 0.50ct - F/G - SI/P - 42cm
Detailed description
the length of the necklace is 42 cm ...
Category
20th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 9ct Gold Front & Back Turquoise And Seed Pearls Locket
Located in Portland, GB
This stunning Victorian 9ct gold front and back locket is exquisitely adorned with a natural turquoise gemstones and delicate seed pearls in a form of the star. The locket opens to r...
Category
Early 20th Century British Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Antique Swiss Guilloche Enamel And Pearl Silver Locket Pendant
Located in Portland, GB
Exquisite Antique Swiss green guilloche enamel and silver locket. We believe the piece was a ladies pocket watch previously and converted to a locket later. This enamelled locket was...
Category
Early 20th Century Swiss Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Silver, Enamel
Victorian 1.22 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Gold Hair Starburst Antique Mourning Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an eight-point gold starburst motif centering an old European cut diamond
Prong set and weighing approximately 0.22 carat total - G color with SI1 clarity
With additiona...
Category
1840s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Chinese Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
This exquisite vintage Chinese gilded silver egg pendant, adorned with stunning cloisonné enamel floral motifs and granulated accents, features the revered iris flower. In Chinese cu...
Category
Late 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Enamel, Gilt Metal, Sterling Silver
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Demantoid Garnet & Enamel Sweetheart Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sweetheart Necklace
15ct Gold Stamped & Tagged
Circa 1880
Stunning Victorian Sweetheart Necklace. Gorgeous White & Black Polka Dot Hearts Joined by a Centre- Knot Topped...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
Antique Russian O.F. Kurlukov Egg Enamel Pendant 56 Gold 14K Silver/3.89gr
By Karl Fabergé
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between years 1884 - 1916.
Body in Silver finished with fine translucent Guilloche Lavender toned Enamel and mounted o...
Category
Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian Gold Double-Sided Swivel Locket Pendant with Jasper and Bloodstone
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold swivel locket pendant with an oval bloodstone panel on one side and a jasper panel on the verso, in 15k. The hinged jasper side opens to reveal an i...
Category
1880s British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Jasper, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian silver longuard chain necklace, 900 silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
This gorgeous antique silver long chain or longuard chain necklace is everything you could hope for in a long chain.
It is a lovely long length chain at 64" and can be easily wrappe...
Category
19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Victorian French Antique Emerald Ruby Pearl 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a wire openwork cross form suspending from a navette-shaped surmount
Centering a bezel set 3.0 mm near-round pearl - white with mild iridescence
With additional 2.0 to 3....
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Virgin Mary Opal Medal Necklace Chunky Chain Pendant J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bronze Medal Necklace on a Gold Filled Chunky Chain Virgin Mary with 3 Opals set around the pendant Coin Pendant J Dauphin
Exclusive piece with Virgin Mary pendant with 3 Opals. The...
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2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold-filled, Bronze
Circa 1880 14KT Yellow Gold Intaglio Hardstone Locket of Mercury with Chain
Located in Wheaton, IL
This is an exceptional antique piece, crafted with extraordinary attention to detail and in outstanding condition, dating back to the late 19th century, around 1880. It comprises a s...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamond Gold Snake Pendant Choker Chain Necklace Silver Ruby Eyes
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Gold Snake Pendant Choker Chain Necklace in Silver with Ruby Eyes
Designer J DAUPHIN
Product: "Internal Selves"
The serpent, or snake, is one of the oldest and most...
Category
2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 14Kt Yellow Gold Finely Engraved Victorian Oval Locket
Located in Wheaton, IL
This exquisite antique Victorian locket is not just a stunning piece of jewelry, but also a piece of history. Made of 14kt yellow gold and crafted around 1885, it is a testament to t...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau 19 Karat Gold Portuguese Cross with Garnets and Zircons
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The beauty of this pendant lies in the contrast obtained between the white and yellow gold and the intense red garnets. 37 brilliant cut zircons and 4 marquise cut garnets have been ...
Category
Early 20th Century Portuguese Art Nouveau Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Zircon, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
French Victorian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold 34 3/4 Long Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain with fourteen pearl bead stations
Ranging from 4.0 to 5.0 mm near-round in shape
Cream, white, and pink in body color
With strong iridescence throughou...
Category
1860s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Ruby Snake Choker Necklace Chain Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sapphire Ruby Eyes Snake Choker Necklace Chain Silver Victorian Style J Dauphin
17,5 inches long
J Dauphin 'Internal selves" Made in silver with Ruby eyes and white Sapphire
The se...
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2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Emerald Virgin Mary Oval Medal Chain Necklace Gold Filled Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Virgin Mary Medal Chunky Chain Necklace Bronze Gold Filled J Dauphin
Exclusive piece of a Miraculous Medal Oval pendant called "Principle of life" with a 24" chain, can be...
Category
2010s American Victorian Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze
Antique Style 2.50ct Diamond Cluster Drop Pendant Necklace in Gold and Silver
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Experience the timeless allure of our antique style 2.50ct Diamond cluster drop, a stunning creation that marries vintage charm with luxurious design. This exquisite necklace feature...
Category
1980s British Victorian Vintage Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique 3.02Ct Peridot and 3.41Ct Diamond, 14k Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Art Nouveau 3.02 carat peridot and 3.41 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant / brooch; part of our diverse antique perid...
Category
1890s Art Nouveau Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Silver
18ct Gold Victorian Butterfly Necklace Set with Seed Pearls Natural Diamond Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Butterfly Necklace
18ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1880
Makers Mark S S
Beautiful, Victorian butterfly necklace. Set with natural seed pearls & natural diamond eyes. Comes compl...
Category
Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 1890s Gold Filled Tassel Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This gorgeous gold filled tassel necklace from the 1890s Victorian era is very special. The circle and bar chain is very unique in todays world as it is less common for todays time p...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Pearl, Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise & Pearl 9ct Rose Gold Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian locket featuring seed pearls and a single turquoise gemstone set in 9ct rose gold. The heart shaped locket hangs from a new 9ct gold chain. The locket is a gold 'ba...
Category
19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Bird Swallow Locket with Pearls & Ruby in Onyx & Antique Chain
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a very charming Victorian period onyx locket, featuring a pearl set gold Bird (a Swallow) with a foliate design. The locket retains its original enameled and pearl-set ba...
Category
19th Century American Victorian Antique Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
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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