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Necklaces For Sale
Style: Modern
Style: Victorian
Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Minimalist Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diam...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Necklace with pendant set with diamond up to 0.12ct 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamond 0.12ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 0.5 mm wide size of the pen...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

PANIM 12.17 Carats Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold Necklace
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Diamond Rosecut 18k White Gold 42" Long Necklace In this necklace rosecut diamonds are evenly spaced on a white gold chain. This is a piece that can be worn everyday, alone or...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond Leaf Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone diamond br...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14k Yellow Gold Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Brown White Diamond Dainty Flower Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Ruby and Diamond Gold Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Beautiful Finely detailed Red Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Hand set with Rubies, weighing approx. 2.90tcw and Diamonds, ap...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Natural 15.56 Ct. SI/HI Multi Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in IN
The necklace is designed to gracefully drape around the neck, creating a breathtaking display of shimmering diamonds. The adjustable chain length allows for versatility, ensuring a p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18kt Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Everyday Diamond Celestial Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Everyday Diamond Celestial Necklace in 18K Gold studded with diamond of 0.35 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a cas...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14K Rose Gold 0.170 Ctw Natural Diamond, 0.215 Ctw Aquamarine Evel Eye Pendants
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Item details:- ✦ SKU:- JPD00185RRR ✦ Material :- Gold ✦ Metal Purity : 14K Rose Gold ✦ Gemstone Specification:- ✧ Clear Diamond Round (l1/H1) - 1.20 mm - 20 Pcs ✧ Clear AQUAMARINE...
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2010s Indian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Paperclip Link Chain Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 25 Grams 18 Inches
Located in New York, NY
Oval shape link necklace weighing 25.2 grams in 14 karat yellow gold. Made in Italy.
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Diamond Pave Heart Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Truly beautiful Diamond Pave Heart Pendant by Chopard. Happy Diamonds collection, combining the feminine style with jewelry excellence. This heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 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) ...
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1850s British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Diamond Brooch, Enhancer, Pendant 18 Karat Gold, in Floral Design
Located in Berlin, DE
Diamond Brooch, 18 Karat Gold, in floral design. Brooch can also be worn as a pendant. The diamonds are of very good quality, color and purity.
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20th Century Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Pendant and Chain 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Chopard Happy Diamonds diamond pendant, 18k gold necklace. Pendant and chain original Chopard, 18k gold. Diameter of the pendant 11.5mm Total...
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Early 2000s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

30 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your elegance with our exquisite 19-inch Graduated Tennis Necklace, meticulously crafted in platinum and adorned with captivating emerald-cut diamonds. Each diamond is exper...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Fine 1.00 Carat Colombian Natural Emerald Bar Pendant 18 Karat
Located in US
Fine Colombian Green Emerald Solitare Bar Pendant 18K Yellow Gold (White gold also available) Fine Natural Colombian Emerald Oval Cut 1.00 Ct ( Five oval cut emerald ) Excellent Cla...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

50 Carat Exquisite Colombian Emerald Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Colombian Emerald Necklace: A True Masterpiece of Elegance and Luxury! This stunning necklace features a breathtaking array of Co...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Rose Cut Blue Sapphire Sun Pendant, Silver with Paper-Link Chain
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
The glorious warm everlasting lamp of our lives, the Sun. Worshipped in many cultures, suns have various meanings to different people. When we feel lost and have an inability to see clearly, the sun never lets us down by rising and shining brightly upon the path, guiding us to what is important, back to ourselves or a new beginning. The sun reveals to us that new beginnings are born everyday, encouraging us to forgive ourselves when it set yesterday and reminds us to keep moving forward - as life on earth could not continue if the sun shut off for even a split moment. Details: - Rose Cut Light Blue Sustainable lab Sapphire (Our gemstones are sustainably created and are 100% the same chemical and physical properties as mined, just environmentally and ethically more friendly.) - Silver...
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2010s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

Bulgari Monete 18 Kt. Yellow Gold Necklace Seven Coins
Located in Rome, IT
Collana realizzata a mano in Italia in oro giallo 18 kt. con monete romane firmata Bulgari. Questo spettacolare pezzo vintage firmato Bulgari appartiene alla collezione Monete. La co...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Modern Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Cross in platinum, dog head hallmark. This platinum cross is set with 6 modern brilliant- cut diamonds. Total weight of the diamonds : 1.01 carat approximately. Height : 17,6 mm, wid...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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...
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Mid-19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver

GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Epitome of Elegance: The GIA Certified 10 Carat Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Platinum Necklace! Are you ready to dazzle and captivate with unparalleled elegance? Loo...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage B.Zero1 Diamond Pendant Necklace Set in 18k White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Bvlgari B.Zero1 diamond pendant necklace set in 18k white gold. From Bvlgari's current B.Zero1 collection, the pendant is depicts the iconic ring motif. The rin...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Locket Charm Necklace in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Heart Locket Charm Necklace in 14k gold. Bullfinch on branch with rubies pendant. Heart Locket Necklace For Photo. Heart Locket that Opens. Gift for MOM in 14k gold. Bird pendant nec...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

0.53 Carat Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Bold and yet Dainty.. This Chain Necklace has a U-Shaped Pendant that has 13 Round Cut Diamonds (Clarity: SI, Color: F) that weigh 0.53 Carats. The total carat weight of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Celestial Star Pendant - Brooch Necklace Set in Fitted Case
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed antique gold Celestial themed Pendant - Brooch - Necklace set in a period fitted box. I believe it dates to the Victorian period, though there is a...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Emerald Sapphire Necklace Diamond 14K Vintage Natural Huge 145.86 Carats!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents.... LUXURY. GIA Certified RARE 145.86 CARATS EMERALD, SAPPHIRE, AND DIAMOND VINTAGE NECKLACE AND BOX! Vintage Natural Certified Emeralds--Stunn...
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20th Century Brazilian Victorian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Carved Jade Pendant Midcentury Certified Untreated Omphacite Jade
Located in Southbury, CT
A gorgeous natural and untreated omphacite jade pendant from the midcentury -circa 1950. Created in Hong Kong, the jade has been carved and pierced into a floral motif. The tone of t...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Goossens-Paris Oversized Link Choker in Gilded Bronze
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Iconic jewellery by the House of Goossens. Chain necklace from the Lutece collection featuring surprisingly light oval and textured links. Yellow gold finish. A striking piece, to b...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Victorian 82 Cttw. Kyanite, Pink Sapphire and Diamond Choker Necklace in 18K/925
Located in New York, NY
Unveil the epitome of luxury with our Victorian 82 Cttw. Kyanite, Pink Sapphire, and Diamond Choker Necklace. This opulent piece is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design, blendin...
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2010s Victorian Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Kyanite, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Over the Top Platinum, Diamond & South Sea Pearl Necklace Fit For A Queen
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This amazing platinum cocktail necklace is replete with assorted round brilliant cut, marquise cut, and princess cut diamonds. At the end of each of the seven stations in the front, ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

4 CTW Diamond By The Yard Dangle 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This diamond by the yard necklace features a delicate chain with evenly spaced diamonds set along its length. The 27 Old European cut diamonds are bezel-set and weigh approximately 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow 20 Motif Gold Alhambra Vintage Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra collection is one of the most coveted fine jewelry collections in the world. Each piece from the collection embodies the spirit of timelessness and go...
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20th Century French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Juste un Clou necklace rose gold diamonds
Located in London, England
JUSTE UN CLOU NECKLACE Juste un Clou necklace, rose gold 750/1000, set with 36 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.38 carats. Width: 2.2 mm. Inner diameter: 14.2 mm. Adjustable chain ...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

RAINBOW Diamond 105 Carat Sapphire and Emerald Necklace in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
This vibrand hand made rainbow gemstone necklace includes polished bright 6mm multi-colored gemstones, such as: • Sapphire • Peruvian Amazonite • Garnet • Swiss topaz • Tanzanite ...
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2010s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Aquamarine Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This aquamarine diamond pendant features oval-cut aquamarine gemstones as its centerpiece, known for their serene blue-green hue reminiscent of the ocean. The 16 oval aquamarine gems...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold 6.17cttw Diamond By The Yard 16 Inch Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a truly enchanting piece of jewelry – the Beautiful Handmade Diamond by the Yard Necklace in 18K White Gold. This exquisite necklace features a remarkable 6.17 carats o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold 6.02cttw Diamond By The Yard 16 Inch Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing a truly enchanting piece of jewelry – the Beautiful Handmade Diamond by the Yard Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. This exquisite necklace features a remarkable 6.02carats o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Verdura 18K Gold Double Strand Tubogas Choker Necklace with Cabochon Rubies
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This imaginative, vintage 18k yellow gold Verdura double strand tubogas necklace bespeaks the elegance that the venerated house is respected for. Two 4.5mm tubogas lengths terminate ...
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1990s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Gemstone Necklace with Pear Shape Rubellite Pendant
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Crafted by master artisans with unparalleled skill and attention to detail, this necklace is meticulously arranged to create a harmonious symphony of color and light, further accentu...
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Early 2000s French Modern Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Iolite, Peridot, Rubelite, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Whit...

18K Yellow Gold Tubogas Necklace with Oval Tanzanite Just Under 13Ct & Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Centered around a vibrant blue/violet Tanzanite, this sleek necklace is an eye catcher. The stunning oval shaped Tanzanite weighs almost 13ct (approximately 12.85ct) and is surrounde...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Kelly Cadenas Diamond Gold Lock Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Hermes Box & Papers 18 round diamonds 0.09 carats D-E color VVS clarity 18k yellow rose gold Modern circa 2020s 17 inches 8.8 grams Experience modern elegance with this exquis...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Necklace with Venetian Mask Pendant Yellow Gold Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Italian Necklace with Venetian Mask Pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that beautifully merges Italian craftsmanship with Venetian charm. Crafted from 18-karat yellow gold...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct White Gold 3.90ct Diamond floral Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
18ct White Gold 3.90ct Diamond floral Necklace Elevate your elegance with our Pre-Owned 18ct White Gold Diamond Floral Necklace, a captivating display of timeless beauty and sophist...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18KTrose gold Lariat necklace w. Onyx, pearls, Pink Chalcedony and pink quartzes
Located in Milano, IT
The 18KT rose gold necklace with onyx, pearls, pink chalcedony, and pink quartzes is a striking piece that combines the warmth of rose gold with the boldness of onyx, the classic ele...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold

Monies Goldfoil Ball Chocker
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Acacia wood and gold foil with a magnetic clasp. MONIES IS A DANISH JEWELRY COMPANY FOUNDED IN 1973 BY GERDA AND NIKOLAI MONIES. ALTHOUGH BOTH ARE CLASSICALLY TRAINED GOLDSMITHS, I...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

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...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

RAINBOW Sapphire and White Pearls Necklace with Tourmalines in 14K Solid Gold
Located in GOES, NL
The classic white pearl necklace with 6mm pearls, sparkling multicolor sapphires and other gemstones! Colors follow the pattern of the rainbow, hand knotted on multicolor silk thread...
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2010s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold

School of Fish Pendant with Tourmaline, Sapphires, Chrome Diopside and Garnet
Located in Istanbul, TR
School of fish gold pendant with natural tourmaline, sapphires, chrome diopside and garnet. 14 kt solid gold Size: 28 x 13 mm. Total weight 2.00 g. Natural gemstones: Tourmaline: g...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

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Garnet, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

1.9 Carat Pear Cut Emerald and Diamond Drop Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald pieces and diamonds. Accessorize your look with this elegant emerald drop necklace. This stunning piece of jewelry instantl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

142.06ct Oval & Cushion Cut Emerald & Pear Shape Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
• 18KT White Gold • 142.06 Carats • Number of Oval/Cushion Emeralds: 23 • Carat Weight: 114.31ctw • Number of Pear Shape Diamonds: 24 • Carat Weight: 13.79ctw • Color: E, D, G • Cl...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Chanel Comete Pave Diamond Star and 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
18k White Gold Diamond Comete Star Pendant Necklace by Chanel. With 14 Diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, F Color. Total Diamond Weight: .30 Carats. The necklace is 16.00 inches in length. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.89 Carat Diamond Drop Chain Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
1.89 Carat Diamond Drop Chain Necklace in 18K Gold studded with baguette cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthst...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1.50 Carat Marco Bicego Pave Diamond Station Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
From the Marco Bicego design studio, this is a stunning seven strand pave Diamond station necklace in 18K yellow gold. The necklace contains seven Diamond stations of 18K white gold...
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1990s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold Floral Engraved Etruscan Revival Oval Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian yellow gold locket, with two compartments, one glass-covered with a 9 karat gold bezel, the locket in 15 karat yellow gold. The locket is oval in shape, with 4 floral e...
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1870s Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor 14k gold cross pendant
Located in Istanbul, TR
Multucolor 14k gold cross pendant. Fancy color lab sapphires Cross Pendant. Religious Cross Necklace. Simple everyday cross. Marquise cross pendant. Gol...
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2010s European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Abstract Evil Eye Necklace with Tsavorites and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Abstract evil eye in 18 karat yellow gold set with 1.30 carats Tsavorites and 0.10 brilliant cut Diamonds. A larger size evil eye in an off round shape that hosts the chain behind t...
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2010s Greek Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k 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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