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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Edwardian
Style: Romantic
Antique Pearl, Diamond, Platinum And Gold Cluster Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An antique, pearl and diamond cluster pendant, with a silver white natural bouton pearl, in the centre of a diamond cluster, of eight alternating larger and smaller old-cut diamonds,...
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1910s English Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Sapphire and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece. This stunning necklace came in as part of a s...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cross Pendant Platinum 1.2ct Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful antique Edwardian cross pendant from the early 20th Century lined with twenty-four sparkling brilliant cut diamonds across the cros...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 1.35 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Pendant, C.1910s
Located in London, GB
A strikingly beautiful pendant featuring a single natural, unheated blue sapphire delicately mil grained in the centre. It has a weight of 1.35 carat and is an old cushion cut shape....
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Elegante pendente ottocentesco con diamanti "a rosa"
Located in Sežana, SI
Raffinato pendente circolare di produzione ottocentesca, area Impero Austroungarico. Realizzato con struttura in oro e castoni in argento, reca diamanti naturali tagliati "a rosa", p...
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Late 19th Century Italian Romantic Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Necklace ISAKI by Jacky Vallet Paris, purple flowers shaped glass heart stones
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Beautiful necklace for Valentine's Day. Necklace of 3 flowers with purple and pink glass stones. The purple stones are all heart shaped! Measurement Full lenght 43 cm, 2 flowers 4 cm in diameter, the smallest flower with 3 hearts 2 cm x 3 cm Features - Link necklace with heart...
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1970s French Romantic Vintage Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold Plate

Antique Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum Brooch in 4cts of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
This extraordinary antique Edwardian necklace displays a fabulous, open-worked pendant adorned with a dazzling array of old European cut dia...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Edwardian 18kt gold necklace, featuring a stunning diamond and pearl pendant.
Located in Braintree, GB
Elevate your style with this exquisite Edwardian 18kt gold necklace, featuring a stunning pendant. Handcrafted in 1910, this piece showcases a nat...
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1910s European Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Edwardian 5.50ct Diamond and Pearl Necklace and Brooch, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
This intricate piece of Edwardian craftsmanship features a collection of old cut diamonds and finished with a single pearl. The main diamond sitting central to the piece is 0.75 cara...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Multistrand Silver Handmade Necklace Adorned with Butterfly Decorated NanoMosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

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Silver

Stylish Quartz Watch Necklace Gold White Diamonds Sapphires Decorated Nanomosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

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White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Stylish Quartz Watch Necklace Gold White and Black Diamonds Decorated NanoMosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

20 Carat Antique Edwardian Style Rivera Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Antique Diamond Double Line Necklace, a timeless and elegant piece that transports you to a bygone era of opulence and glamour. This exquisite necklace boasts a stunn...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Antique 1920s Seed Pearl and 1.11 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique seed pearl, 1.11 carat diamond and platinum pendant on a vintage pearl and 14 karat white gold chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique diamond and pearl pendant...
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1920s Dutch Romantic Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Edwardian Pendant, Silver over Gold with Pearl and Diamond on Platinum Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Edwardian Pendant, set with 51 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25cts, H-I color, VS clarity and two natural pearls, center pearl 5mm and tear drop pearl...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Silver

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Seed PearlPendant / Brooch Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Locket Pendant 9ct Gold Dated 20th March 1903 This exquisite Edwardian locket is a true testament to the elegance of the time period. Crafted from 9ct gold, it features ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

Antique diamond cross
Located in Malmö, SE
Edwardian diamond cross. Measures 6.5 x 4.2cm. Center stone is approx. 0.5ct rest approx. 3ct in Diamond weight in total approximately 3.50ct H-I, vs-si Gross weight: 9.8 grams ...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Cartier Oriental Saltwater Pearl, Platinum & Diamond Collier de Chien, c. 1910.
Located in Aspen, CO
Exquisite woven natural Oriental Pearl, Platinum and Diamond Collier de Chien, Cartier, New York, signed and numbered, Edwardian, circa 1910. Seventy-nine diamonds of high color (ap...
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1910s American Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique 1910s 4.83 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 4.83 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold pendant and 9 karat yellow gold chain; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive Edwardian amethyst necklace...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Citrine Bead Necklace Silver Chain
Located in Kendal, GB
A marvellous antique Edwardian chain adorned with five large briolette cut citrine beads with smaller citrines set on either side. They have be...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Citrine, Silver

Edwardian 18ct Two Tone Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, 16.5” Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
This statement 18ct gold antique Albert is a rare example of a bi-colour or two tone gold fancy link chain with ‘lovers knots’ and bar links. Made fa...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 12K White Gold Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1900, this 12k gold lucky horseshoe pendant contains 25 sparkling single cut diamonds bead set with bright cut work. The setting has scalloped edges along the bottom outside bo...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Edwardian Turquoise and Pearl Pendant Brooch Circa 1915
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fine and beautiful early 20th century 9ct gold turquoise and split pearl foliate designed pendant brooch dating from circa 1915. Comprised of masterfully crafted cursive components...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910 Edwardian Austrian 14K Yellow Gold Pearl and Rose Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
This is an exquisite Edwardian pendant crafted in glowing 14K yellow gold that features a lovely rose motif framing an articulated pearl at the center. This pendant is elegant and cl...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and 9 Carat Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch is adorned with pearls which are complimented perfectly by the bright yellow 9ct gold. On the back there is a pin. Brooch length: 40mm Weight: 3g
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Platinum Edwardian Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Pendant and Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum Pendant, 14K White Gold Chain [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 10.5g Diamond Details: Weight: .60ct total weight Cut: Old European bril...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Natural Blue Topaz Vintage Style Three Stone Pendant in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unveil timeless elegance with our enchanting three-stone blue topaz pendant crafted in gleaming yellow gold. Each sky-blue topaz gemstone, a captivating round cut, is embraced by a d...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Necklaces

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Blue Topaz, Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl Tsavorite Vintage Style Pendant in Solid 9K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Encased within a vintage Victorian-style yellow gold frame, this distinctive pendant showcases a captivating design. The delicate curved yellow gold openwork pendant features seed...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian c.1900 Crystal and Multi-Coloured Glass Antique Long Guard Chain
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This elegant long chain was created c.1900. It features an unusual combination of coloured glass and crystal. Condition Report: Very Good - One link is possibly a later replacement...
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Crystal

Edwardian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Edwardian pendant necklace with a chain crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1910. The piece features: - 1 creamy cultured pearl - 9 rose cut diamonds Weight: 6.00g Pendan...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Tiffany and Co Platinum Guilloche Enamel Diamond Watch Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian Tiffany and Co Platinum Guilloche Enamel Diamond Watch Pendant. This incredible Edwardian Tiffany and Co watch pendant is crafted in platinum, gold and en...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Edwardian 9.64 CTW Diamond Sapphire Ruby Heart Shaped Black Opal Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornately pierced plaque-shaped pendant and bale with filigree and flowing foliate motifs Featuring a heart-shaped opal cabochon weighing approximately 6.42 carats - be...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Floral Motif Diamond Pendant with Ideal Cut Heart Shaped Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Limited edition Floral 0.85 Carat Total Diamond Weight Pendent in style of the Romantic Era. EGL Certified. The petals are made of handcrafted heart shaped diamonds that were ideal cut and manufactured to match each other. Matching diamond hearts require perfection and knowledge which make this pendent very unique. Pink Sapphire is starring in the center of this prestige pendent. Pendent is set with 5 high quality heart Shaped Diamonds D-F VS1. The Pendent is accompanied by a 18 inches beautiful 14K white Gold...
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2010s American Romantic Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Elegant Natural pave diamonds topaz sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pave diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- Pave diamonds Diam...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver

Elegant Natural pearls and citrine sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This stunning tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pearls and citrine in sterling silver with yellow gold plating. Gemstone ...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces

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Citrine, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Royal Natural pave diamonds topaz sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pave diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- Pave diamonds Diam...
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2010s Indian Edwardian Necklaces

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Topaz, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Boulder Opal Necklet Circa 1910-1920s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This unique necklet features a fancy link fine chain with evenly spaced bezel set cushion cut early verneuil synthetic sapphires. A double chain drop holds a stunning natural lacquer...
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1910s Australian Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Opal, 15k Gold

Edwardian 1.20 Ct Diamond Solitaire Natural Pearl Platinum /Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Edwardian period 1900 circa necklace, crafted of Platinum and 18 kt gold Design is of infinite elegance and grace, hanging from a Platinum chain a pear drop of natural micro pearls, ...
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Garnet Pendant Set with a Gold Ball Drop
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 9ct Gold Edwardian Circa 1900 Fabulous Floral Design Edwardian Pendant. Set with Garnet Centre & Gold Ball Drop Pendant Measures Approx 40mm x 20.4mm (inc...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Pheasant Bird Pendant Charm in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An edwardian period diamond set pheasant bird pendant in platinum. Pave set throughout with 36 diamonds of 0.40ctw. Crafted with exceptional detail, d...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Edwardian Amethyst Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian pendant features a diamond-shaped open frame made of 9ct rose gold, with a 4mm round amethyst centre st...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Amethyst, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Garnet Pearl Diamond Floral Pendant in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite natural garnet pearl diamond floral pendant in yellow gold. Embrace the allure of round deep red garnet stones, accentuated by four shimmerin...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Necklaces

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Garnet, Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, GB
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number ...
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1910s Swedish Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Floral Pearl Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian crescent moon pendant. Set with a lovely single row of graduated, natural seed pearls. The crescent is beautif...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

TJD 1.0 Carat Round & Baguette Diamond 14KT Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Bring charm to your look with this diamond heart pendant. The pendant is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and features 103 round brilliant cut and baguette cut diamond set in half c...
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2010s Indian Romantic Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Drop Pendant/Pin Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Old Euro Diamond Drop Pendant/Pin Necklace. This gorgeous Edwardian diamond drop necklace i...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 15k gold trace link chain necklace, dainty, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fine dainty antique 15ct gold trace chain such as this is the perfect accompaniment to your favourite small lockets, pendants and charms. It is a fine rolo trace link in a rich ye...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian, Sapphire & Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Necklace 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This is a beautiful Edwardian necklace made of 9ct rose gold. The necklace features an open-work frame that is decorate...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Seed Pearl Vintage Style Bloom Pendant in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold, this elegant vintage-style floral pendant evokes sophistication with its intricate swirling loops and curves reminiscent of blooming flowers. At its center ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Larg hand enamelled metal floral motif necklace and earclips by SANDOR 1950's US
Located in Stuttgart, DE
A great larg hand enamelled metal flower and leaf necklace designed by SANDOR in the 1940s with matching flower earclip from the 1940's. Sandor manufactured high quality handmade jew...
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1950s American Romantic Vintage Necklaces

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

Natural Amethyst and Opal Vintage Style Floral Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Crafted from yellow gold in a migraine work, this elegant vintage-style floral pendant is embellished with four exquisite round purple amethysts, each resembling delicate petals. Ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Necklaces

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Amethyst, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl & Turquoise Flower Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Floral Pendant/Brooch 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped (on pendant & bail) Circa 1900 Fabulous, Edwardian gold pendant/brooch. A beautifully designed floral piece. Decorated with ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

20 Carat Antique Edwardian Style Rivera Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Antique Diamond Double Line Necklace, a timeless and elegant piece that transports you to a bygone era of opulence and glamour. This exquisite necklace boasts a stunn...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Antique 14k Yellow Gold Edwardian Oval Sapphire & Diamond Pearl Enameled Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This stunning 14k yellow gold piece circa early 1900's was originally a brooch and at some point during it's past was elegantly converted into an alluring pendant. At the center of ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Antique 15k gold Turquoise and Pearl shamrock pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
This sweet and dainty pendant is the perfect choice for a fine antique gold chain. It is a delightful little piece with scrolling shapes in openwork 15ct yellow gold with a shamrock...
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Pendant Locket Necklace 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel 1 Diamond
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round locket pendant necklace in 18k white gold with royal blue vitreous enamel and 1 brilliant cut diamond total 0.03 ct, H VS About the creator Victor Mayer Victor M...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Silver Albert or Necklace Chain with T-Bar and Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This delightful silver chain holds a fob set with bloodstone and carnelian. The chain has a dog clip at each and and the chain is made up of knotted and trombone links. Length: 42....
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Necklaces

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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 Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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