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Drop Necklaces For Sale
Creator: Cartier
Creator: Jona
Cartier Agrafe Diamond Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Agrafe Collection Necklace circa 2010 Inspired by the Hook, and Eye Corset Fastening. Agrafe is a Cartier classic French Hand Made with 18k White Gold Set - 150 round Diamond...
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2010s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love 3 Diamond 18k Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This radiant Love necklace from Cartier is not only beautiful to look at but also a timeless piece that will be cherished for years to come! It has been crafted from 18K rose gold an...
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Cartier Paris 1900 Edwardian Guilloche Enamel Pin 18Kt Gold Platinum And Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
Belle Epoque pin designed by Cartier. Colorful and very rare stick pin made during the Edwardian-Belle Epoque period. This beautiful piece was created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1900. Carefully crafted in two parts made up of solid platinum, yellow and white gold of 18 karats. Embellished with a central panel decorated with engine turned guilloche topped with purple glossy enamel. Accented with thirty-five natural earth mined rose cut diamonds and the settings are finished with millegrain. Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain settings, with 35 old rose cut diamonds, 0.30 carats, G/H color, SI-1 clarity. Weight: 2.35 Grams, (1.51 Dwt). Measurements: 70 mm by 12 mm (2.76 x 0.47 Inches). Hallmarks Stamped with French marks, the maker's maitre mark CA inside a lozange cartouche, the head of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the gold, the four digits serial numbers and signed, "CARTIER PARIS 3840". Cartier The move to the rue de la Paix coincided with a period of extraordinary economic growth and affluence in France and the world. Cartier was also growing and expanding and had started to shift their emphasis from retailing to design and manufacture. Although they produced a small number of pieces in the Art Nouveau style, Cartier paid scant attention to the movement. They made their distinguishing mark in pioneering the use of platinum in creating the delicate and graceful Garland style that came to be associated with the Belle Époque. The discovery of the great diamond deposits in South Africa in the late 1860’s engendered the popularity of extravagant diamond jewelry. The technical advances in the manufacturing of platinum enabled designs of great intricacy, strength and flexibility such as found in the spectacular résille designs of Cartier. (See Edwardian Jewelry: 1901-1915). Cartier marked the beginning of the twentieth century by opening branches in London and New York, where their wealthiest and most dedicated clientele resided. The 1902 coronation of Edward VII occasioned a large number of commissions from England’s leading families. Records indicate that Cartier produced twenty-seven tiaras alone for the coronation and the event was instrumental in convincing the firm to seek a permanent presence in London. Indeed, by 1904 they had achieved their first of fifteen royal warrants being appointed official purveyor to the court of King Edward VII. The London branch came to thrive under the tutelage of Alfred’s youngest son, Jacques Cartier, establishing London based design and manufacturing workshops. Opening a Cartier store in New York was a natural progression as many of America’s wealthiest families and business magnates had been traveling to Paris for some time to purchase their jewels from Cartier. By 1906 Alfred had largely retired and Louis and his brother Pierre operated the Cartier business jointly. One of their first major decisions was to establish a New York presence and workshop in 1909 under the skilled direction of Pierre. Indicative of his business skills, Pierre famously secured Cartier’s present location, an elegant Beaux-Arts mansion at 653 Fifth Avenue, from industrialist Morton F. Plant in 1917. The building changed hands in exchange for $100 and a double strand of natural pearls, admired by Plant’s wife and valued at one million dollars, the asking price for the mansion. While the Fifth Avenue location remains priceless to the firm, when the pearls came up for auction in 1957, they fetched a mere $170,000. (From Lang's with thanks). Edwardian Jewelry This Period was during the King Edward VII, after whom this period of jewelry history is named, reigned over England for only nine years, yet the style of jewelry known as “Edwardian” was created roughly between 1890 and 1920. Edwardian-era rings tend to be larger, opulent pieces, and stacked ring designs were popular. The metal surfaces of the rings were often diamond-encrusted for additional shimmer. Each of these rings is a work of art, showcasing a bygone era of grace, elegance and the royalty the Edwardian era is named for. Guilloché This term is used in fine jewelry or objects de Vertu to enhance the appearance of boxes, frames, brooches, rings or pendants. Guilloché enamel refers to metal pieces that have been given the Guilloché treatment and then covered with a translucent layer of enamel, giving the geometric patterns underneath the enamel a colorful hue. Millegrain This is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry. Literature: Sotheby's fine jewels, London September 17 1021, Lot 146 for an identical piece illustrated with the original box Collateral: It is accompanied by the original Cartier presentation green jewelry box...
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Early 1900s French Edwardian Antique Drop Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k G...

Original 18 kt. White Gold Cartier Necklace From The Meli Melo Collection
Located in Antwerp, BE
Original 18 kt. White Gold Cartier Necklace From The Meli Melo Collection with Moonstone and Aquamarine Gemstones: diamonds and semiprecious coloured stones The centrepiece is acce...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Iolite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris Calin Lariat Necklace In 18Kt White Gold With Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Lariat necklace designed by Cartier. A modern contemporary piece made in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in 2001. This iconic lariat necklace is part of the Calin...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Draperie de Decollate Diamond Yellow Gold Single Drop Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Draperie de Decolette Single Drop Necklace by Cartier. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color diamonds total weight approximately .58ct Deta...
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1990s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Cartier White Gold Pearl & Diamond Himalia Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k white gold pearl and diamond necklace by Cartier from the Himalia collection. The pendant alternates between a diamond set circular motif and a pearl. The first pearl...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This Cartier Santos Love Diamond Drop Necklace in 18k White Gold features a round brilliant cut diamond D-F in color, VS in clarity weighing approx. 0.20 carats. The necklace is in 18k white gold and comes on a 14" cable Hermes link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Rose Gold Malachite & Diamond Amulette De Cartier Necklace
Located in London, GB
A beautiful 18k rose gold malachite and diamond necklace from the Amulette de Cartier collection. The large pendant comprises of a circular talisman set with malachite, complemented ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Panthère De Cartier Necklace N7424210
Located in London, GB
A striking 18k yellow gold necklace by Cartier from the Panthère De Cartier collection. The necklace features an open work panther head motif adorned with tsavorite eyes and an onyx nose. The panther motif measures 28.5mm in length, 26mm in width and 15mm in depth. The pendant is suspended from a 24-inch chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Onyx, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1970 London Easter Egg Box Sautoir Necklace in 18kt Gold & Black Silk
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace sautoir designed by Cartier. A very rare, exceptional and inedit convertible necklace pendant, created by the jewelry house of Cartier in London and New York, for the easte...
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1970s English Modernist Vintage Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with a Black Cord
Located in New York, NY
A modern Cartier necklace featuring a gold pendant shaped as a panther head with 6 long tassels on an original black cord with a gold sliding c...
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Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

CARTIER "Diamants Légers de Cartier" White Gold Diamond Necklace .Box Papers
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier long chain necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and features tassel pendant bezel-set with 30 D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 bril...
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond Ruby Onyx 'Le Baiser Du Dragon' Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Suspending a pendant, designed as an 18k white gold open frame with fringe enhanced by ruby and onyx bead terminals, to the neckchain designed as an alternating series of onyx barrel...
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Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold

Vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ Diamond Pendant and Chain 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier ‘C de Cartier’ diamond pendant and chain 18 karat yellow gold, circa 2000. This elegant pendant is designed as a single roun...
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Calin Collection Heart Diamond Tahitian South Sea Pearl Lariat Drop Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A display of the Elegance of the Maison Cartier. From the Calin Collection, presenting two highly polished pearls, with a drop of fine diamonds in an 18K yellow gold set & a diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold

Cartier Paris Modern Lariat Necklace in 18Kt White Gold 1 Diamond Three Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Long lariat necklace designed by Cartier. A modern contemporary piece made in Paris France by the house of Cartier in 2001. This lariat necklace is part of the Calin collection and was crafted in 18 karats white gold. It is mounted with one round brilliant cut diamond of 0.10 carats, D/E color, VS-1 clarity. Embellished, with one round Akoya white pearl and two Tahitian gray and white pearls; respectively gradated from 7, 8.5 and 10.5 mm. Have a total weight of 21 grams and an adjustable lenght between 18.5 and 21 inches, Stamped, with French hallmarks and signed, "CARTIER 2001...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Hypnose Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent piece by Cartier from the Hypnose collection features a chic oval design of black enamel, and contrasting brilliant-cut diamonds in white gold. The diamond count of 252...
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Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Cartier Pearl and Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold with Box and Certificate
Located in Atlanta, GA
Item Details: This stunning Cartier necklace has three pearls and diamonds in a station design. This necklace contains its original box and certificate. Circa: 1990s Metal Type: 18 ...
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1990s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Cartier “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Diamond Emerald Beads Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Pendant Necklace Designed as a parrot set with brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighted with emerald eyes and moth...
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1980s French Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond, Onyx, Emerald Panther Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER Diamond, Onyx, Emerald Panther Tassel Necklace A 18k white gold panther tassel necklace, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, emerald and ony...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere Necklace N3014700
Located in London, GB
A remarkable 18k white gold Cartier necklace from the Panthere collection. The necklace is formed of circular and rectangular motifs featuring 26 scattered black onyx markings and pave set diamonds. The necklace has a total of 416 round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately 6.20ct. Completing the necklace is a single polished pear cabochon emerald dangling from the end of the motif. The motifs combined measure 5.2 inches in length and come on a 29-inch silk black cord...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Ceramic Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent special order Cartier Love pendant diamond necklace circa 2000s showcasing over 5ct of the finest original Cartier round bri...
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Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Love Ceramic Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent special order Cartier Love pendant diamond necklace circa 2000s showcasing over 5ct of the finest original Cartier round bri...
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Early 2000s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Tank Enamel Diamond Sautoir Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
An impressive Cartier sautoir necklace depicting the iconic Tank model Cartier watch set with enamel waves and the finest Cartier round brilli...
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1990s Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier Monica Bellucci Pearl Pink Quartz Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A masterpiece by Cartier featuring a sumptuous pink quartz (17.7ct), the finest Cartier round brilliant cut diamonds (.24ct), and multiple pearls (6.8ct) all set in 18k rose gold. N...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Cartier Diamond, Semi-Precious Stones Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional vintage pasha necklace by Cartier, centering one large grid pendant embellished with brilliant diamonds and semi precious stones mounted in...
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1980s American Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Timeless Cartier Diamond Necklace! 18k gold cable chain with brilliant shape center diamond with Cartier provenance documentation. Weight: ...
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1980s French Artist Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond and Pearl Agrafe 18k White Gold Rare Vintage Necklace/ Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Includes Detachable Pearl Pendant with Unique Double-Clasp Design 17" Long Total Mass = 77.9 grams Serial number for necklace: #864479 Serial number for pendant: #864799
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Late 20th Century French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gold

CARTIER Diamond Heart Drop
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling diamond 18K white gold figural heart drop. Signed and numbered by Cartier. 1.30cts of full- cut brillant white diamonds. On original 15" black silk cord. This petite and ...
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1990s French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panther Tsavorite Lacquer Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Panther Diamond Tsavorite Lacquer Necklace by Cartier. Part of Cartier's stunning "Panthere" collection. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color 1 Tsa...
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Early 2000s French Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Cartier Whimsical Pearl Pink Quartz Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A masterpiece by Cartier featuring a sumptuous pink quartz (17.7ct), the finest Cartier round brilliant cut diamonds (.24ct), and multiple pearls (6.8ct) all set in 18k rose gold. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Drop Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Paris Platinum and Diamond Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
Cartier Paris platinum and diamond necklace. The 120 well matched round brilliant cut diamonds are estimated to be colorless (E/F), very very ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Cartier Onyx, Diamonds and Pearl Pendant Necklace, Signed & Numbered
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This is a special piece of authentic Art Deco Cartier pendant necklace. The workmanship is absolutely beautiful. This platinum diamond setting with an oblong onyx combo is so pleasing to the eyes. The pendant is signed Cartier, Londres, New York with French assay marks. It is also numbered but we did not show the numbers for privacy. The pendant itself is about 7cm x 1.7cm. The extra long 42 inch necklace...
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1920s Hong Kong Art Deco Vintage Drop Necklaces

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Onyx, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage Drop Necklaces

Also called Y necklaces as they are designed to hang a certain way, vintage drop necklaces are striking and adaptable. They can enhance everything from a casual sweater-and-jeans combo to an elegant heels-and-evening-dress pairing.

Adornment is an ancient human practice, with archeologists identifying early jewelry made from bones, claws and shells. As technology has advanced, so too have jewelry designs and the design of necklaces, from the simple to the intricate.

Drop necklaces come from lariat-style necklaces, which are chain necklaces that end in a tassel or pendant. A drop necklace’s design, meanwhile, is long with open ends, and it usually does not have a clasp. It consists of a single chain that wraps around the neck and a centerpiece — sometimes featuring a diamond or pearls — that hangs down to the middle of the chest. Drop necklaces frequently come in lengths from 16 to 20 inches, with the vertical lines making them appear longer than other necklaces of the same length.

Drop necklaces are extremely versatile, able to be worn knotted, draped or looped. They can be chunky statement pieces or thin, minimal designs. The range of drop necklaces that can be found on 1stDibs can accentuate the plunging necklines of modern looks or add flair to a basic ensemble.

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