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Contemporary Chain Necklaces

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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Gemstone: Aquamarine
Style: Contemporary
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold PprClip Chain Multi Color& Malachite Bear Charm Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Paper clip necklace consists of: - pink quartz - aquamarine - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plating - 14k solid gold - enamel - 14k gold diamond swivel clasp that opens and closes all...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Malachite, Diamond, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, ...

Contemporary 2.32 Carat Bright Light Blue Aquamarine & Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in platinum, this fabulous contemporary adornment features a stunning emerald cut aquamarine in a claw setting and articulating from a a diamond-shaped bail set with shimmeri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

43ct Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Pearl and Ruby Body Chain set in 10k
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gem Type: Aquamarine Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 43.14 cts Measurements: 20.63 x 18.80 x 16.77 mm Shape: Cushion Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut T...
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline

Moon Star Necklace Aquamarine Black Diamond Silver Chain Bronze
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Black Diamond Double Crescent Moon Star Necklace Bronze pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Made in Silver and Bronze The word “crescent” comes from the Latin ter...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver, Bronze, Silver

43ct Aquamarine, Pink Tourmaline, Sapphire, Pearl and Ruby Body Chain Set in 10k
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Gem Type: Aquamarine Number of Stones: 1 Weight: 43.14 cts Measurements: 20.63 x 18.80 x 16.77 mm Shape: Cushion Cutting Style Crown: Brilliant Cut Cutting Style Pavilion: Step Cut T...
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2010s Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Multi Charm Gold Ppr Clip Necklace & Tanzanite Charm
Located in New York, NY
Multi Charm Paper Clip Necklace consists of: - 18" + adjustable length - 14k solid gold - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plated - multi charm - diamond, aquamarine, ruby, - 14k gold diamond swivel clasp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Acque Stellate 18k White Gold Necklace Aquamarine Topaz Sapphire Diamond Pearl
Located in Montréal, Québec
Our waterfall necklace, Acque Stellate, is made in 18K white gold. Faceted sapphires, aquamarines, and diamonds, set in donut settings, are spread like stars along the chains that sp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, Pearl, 18k Gold, Wh...

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain The word “crescent” comes from the Latin term ceres meaning to “bring ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain The word “crescent” comes from the Latin term ceres meaning to “bring ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Multi Color Charm Paper Clip Gold Necklace & Moonstone Flower
Located in New York, NY
Pendant consists of: - 14k gold - 925 sterling silver - pave diamonds - rainbow moonstone Paper clip necklace consists of: - pink quartz - aquamarine - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plating - 14k solid gold - enamel - 14k gold diamond swivel clasp...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Moonstone, Diamond, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate, 14k...

Cross White Pearl Chain Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cross White Pearl Gold Plated Chain Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine Sacred Heart J Dauphin Spiritual/ Religious Long Chain 28" Symbols or medals can become a powerful tool in our a...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Silver

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
Capture your dreams with our alluring Dreamcatcher Collection; choose from our array of beautiful pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and precious gemstone centre. This stunning sterling silver pendant is the perfect, everlasting choice for the sophisticated woman. With its beautiful lustre and iridescence the mother-of-pearl inlay, this round design is encased in a rose gold plated setting...
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2010s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Multi Shape Colorful Multi Gemstone Station Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Long, luxurious multi-gemstone station necklace bursting with color. This amazing piece absolutely lights up the neck! Featuring 21 assorted ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 1...

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain The word “crescent” comes from the Latin term ceres meaning to “bring ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Chain Choker Necklace Aquamarine Opal Medal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Chain Choker Necklace Aquamarine Opal Medal J Dauphin Chunky Choker Chain in Gold plated Brass 16" Long Marquis Aquamarine and Opal Medal and Chain is 14k Gold Plated Designer:...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Dove Chain Necklace Aquamarine Blue Tourmaline Medal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Chain Necklace Aquamarine Blue Tourmaline Medal J Dauphin Chunky Chain in Gold Filled 24" Long Marquis Aquamarine and Blue Tourmaline Medal is 14k Gold Plated Designer: J Dauph...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Brass, Bronze

Opal Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Bead Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads a...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Opal Bead Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Bead Necklace Medal Silver Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Egyptian Opal beads are roun...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Snake Necklace Ruby Aquamarine Choker Chain Silver J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Aquamarine Snake Necklace Choker Chain Silver J Dauphin Can be worn as a choker or linger - chain is adjustable - available as 20 inch but can be worn as in any size shorter. ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Ruby, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine 76 Carats with Pave Diamonds on Chain
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Stunning and unique, large 76 carat Aquamarine pendant with natural character inclusions and pave diamonds. Pendant suspends from a double 14k white gold chain necklace....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine 76 Carats with Pave Diamonds on Chain
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Stunning and unique, large 76 carat Aquamarine pendant with natural character inclusions and pave diamonds. Pendant suspends from a double 14k white gold chain necklace....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Carved Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Beautiful hand-carved, emerald cut Aquamarine and 18k yellow gold pendant on a 16 inch 18k gold foxtail chain necklace. Aquamarine pendant, including bail, is 1.63 inches or 41mm in ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.90 Ct Aquamarine Heart on a Yellow Gold Chain and Yellow Diamonds
Located in London, GB
This handmade in the UK necklace had a beautiful light coloured Aquamarine heart weighing at 2.90 carats. It has an Identification Document on which it states the natural gem has min...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold

Aquamarine Bead Graduated Sweetie Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Hand made using 9 carat Yellow Gold, the suspended Aquamarine beads are threaded together with a solid gold wire and graduated onto a delicate 1.3 mm cable chain. The lovely soft blue centre bead is 12 mm in size, 10mm the two following, 8 mm the next, 6 mm the last one, with a little 3 mm yellow gold ball to finish it off. It hangs at about 17 inches. Part of our Sweetie Collection emulating edible candy jewellery...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Oval Faceted Aquamarine (App. 25.8 TCW) Station Necklace
Located in Southport, CT
This gorgeous necklace contains ten beautiful oval faceted, pale light blue color aquamarine stones, approximately 25.8 TCW and bezel set. Alternating with the aquamarines are white gold, ribbed stations, and a rounded yellow gold braided chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Beaded Necklace Medal Aquamarine Choker J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are round and...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Emerald Aquamarine Choker Chain Snake Pendant Necklace Animal Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Aquamarine Choker Gold Filled Chain Snake Pendant Necklace Animal Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long Historically, serpents and snakes repre...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Aquamarine, Gold, Bronze, Gold-filled

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 18" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Deep Blue Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace Set In 20 Karat Yellow Gold With 12.70 Carat Aquamarine and 1.08 Carat Diamonds. The Necklace Is Finely Crafted With Aquamarine On A Yellow G...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Opal Bead Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Bead Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Aquamarine Bronze Choker 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are r...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Aquamarine 9 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Handcrafted in Italy by Botta Gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
This beautiful aquamarine necklace is chained in 9 karat rose gold. The length of the necklace is 920 millimeters / 36.220 inches. This item is stamped with the Italian gold mark 375...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Silver and Gold Chain Necklace with Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Citrine & Opal
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable and colorful version of a chain necklace. The oxidized silver chain is interspersed with varied shaped custom cut stones and colo...
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Aquamarine, Gold, Silver

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Heart Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads are rou...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Aquamarine Medal Chain Bead Necklace Virgin Mary Labradorite J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Medal Chain Bead Necklace Virgin Mary Labradorite J Dauphin J Dauphin jewelry is hand made in Los Angeles and was designed by French/ Swedish designer Johanna Dauphin. J Dauphin has been multiple awarded as a fashion designer and are known for her rock'n roll style and luxury ready to wear and Accessories. She has done special collaborations with Bergdorf Goodman, United Arrow, Isetan, Harvey Nichols, Matches, Bon Marche, H Lorenzo and Lane Crawford...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Labradorite, Bronze

Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Egyptian Opal Aquamarine Choker Necklace Medal Virgin Mary Bronze J Dauphin 16" Long, Findings are Gold Filled except Pendant in Bronze The Opal beads a...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Snake Necklace Choker Chain Emerald Aquamarine Pendant J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Snake Pendant Necklace in Choker Length 16" with Emerald on the top and Aquamarine eyes. Snake is Sterling silver and Chain is gold filled, you can also receive this in bronze with...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace in Platinum 950 and 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This beautiful necklace features a cushion shaped aquamarine of approximately 10.70 carats, arfully set in a mounting of platinum 950. Accented by 8 trapezoidal cut diamonds of G/H colour and vs clarity, total weight approximately 0.80 carats. Cobra chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold

Emerald Aquamarine Snake Necklace Choker Chain Sterling Silver Animal J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Aquamarine Snake Necklace Sterling Silver Choker Chain Link Gold Filled 16" Animal Jewelry J Dauphin Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Emerald, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver

Exquisite 161.53 Carat Rose Quartz Necklace Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Rose Quartz Necklace with 161.53 Carat Rose Quartz, 81.39 Carat Aquamarine, and 4.28 Carat Diamonds. The Necklace and Individual Stones Are Designed On A 20 Karat Yellow Gold Chain W...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Quartz, Yellow Gold

Rough Aquamarine 22 Karat Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Seven rough Aquamarine gemstones wrapped in 22k yellow gold wire and connected with solid 22k yellow gold Rolo chain. This chain link necklace is fini...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Beryl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rough Aquamarine Carved Crystal Pendant on 22k Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Naples, FL
Rough Aquamarine crystal with reverse intaglio filigree vine carving set in a hand-forged 22k yellow gold pendant. Solid 22k yellow gold cable chain necklace is convertible, and can ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Blue Sapphire Ruby Emerald Crescent Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain The word “crescent” comes from the Latin term ceres meaning to “bring ...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Aquamarine, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Certified 6.97 Carat Aquamarine Statement Necklace with 18 inch Gold Bar Chain
Located in London, GB
A top quality certified 6.97 carat cushion cut Aquamarine set in 18 karat yellow gold on an 18 inch gold bar chain. This striking statement necklace sets off any outfit. The colour ...
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Black Diamond Moon Star Necklace Silver Chain Bronze J Dauphin
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Black Diamond Double Crescent Moon Star Necklace Bronze pendant Silver Chain J Dauphin J DAUPHIN Made in Silver and Bronze The word “crescent” comes from the Latin ter...
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Leyser 18K White Gold Multi-Colour Gemstones & Diamonds Necklace
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Thomas Leyser is renowned for his contemporary jewellery designs utilizing fine gemstones. This 18k white gold (62.26g) necklace has 30x fine facetted gemstones (round, 8mm, Tourmal...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Morganite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

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