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Style: Revival
Style: Belle Époque
Lalaounis of Greece Etruscan Revival Acorn Bull Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Iconic 22k yellow gold necklace by Ilias Lalaounis, one of the most prominent Greek designers to date. The necklace is featuring 21 element with a flower and a dangling acorn or bull...
Category
20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Large Aquamarine & Diamond Statement Necklace & Earrings Suite - mid 1900s.
Located in London, GB
A classic and absolutely stunning piece, this is a one-of-a-kind necklace and earrings suite featuring immaculately matched dark blue emerald cut aquamarines mounted on delicate swal...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond
Antique Emerald Pearl Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is an antique Emerald and Pearl Pendant Necklace set with seven gorgeous green emerald cut rectangular Emeralds in the Renaissance Revival Style. The Emeralds total approximate...
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20th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
French 1900s Cameo Fine Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
A delightful antique pendant featuring a cameo on a shell set with pearls, which supports a round motif also set with a cameo o...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Etruscan Revival Cannetille 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace Swivel Bail
Located in Montclair, NJ
Magnificent and rare Etruscan Revival Necklace. This necklace features Cannetille wire and beading work throughout. It has a swivel bail on the center front link giving the ability t...
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1890s Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Monumental Jeweled 7 Inch Bishop Cross And Heart Necklace 46 Inch Silver Chain
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent Museum Quality Antique Jeweled Orthodox Bishop Cross Necklace. The extraordinary necklace features a 7 inch pendant of a bejeweled cross in Silver-Gilt with...
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19th Century Unknown Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Bochic “Capri” Blue Opal, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Australian Opal, Ruby, Sapphire Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace
Beautiful Natural Australian Blue Opal Natural cut ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver
Bochic "Orient" Lemon Quartz , Topaz & Rubies In 18K Gold & Silver Set
Located in New York, NY
Bochic "Orient" Lemon Quartz , Topaz & Rubies In 18K Gold & Silver Set
Necklace:
Blue Topaz - 12 carats
Lemon Quartz - 21 carats
Rubies - 4 carats
Earrings:
Natural Blue Topaz ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Quartz, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Garnet Pearl Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Flower Motif
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Austro-Hungarian Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace with a Garnet set chain in a flower and leaf motif. It is in t...
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Garnet, Silver
1920s Egyptian Revival Silver Gilt and Enamel Vintage Charms Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful necklace is emblematic of the evocative 1920s Egyptian Revival aesthetic and was made in France.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A slight kink in the chain and a tiny ...
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1920s Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace and Brooch Star Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant or Brooch in a stunning star motif. The early oval locket pendant is...
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19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Etruscan Revival Ernesto Pierret Pendant, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
Antique pendant in the style of Etruscan Revival by Ernesto Pierret. This piece displays fine bead work as only a master could achieve. Ernesto Pierret, A Frenchman working in Italy, was a contemporary of Castellani and one of the finest jewelry artists of Rome at this time. He, therefore, was a leading 19th century jeweler specializing in fine archeological and Etruscan Revival jewelry - which was inspired by the discovery of the 700-300 BC tombs of the Etruscan people.
Ernesto Pierret jewelry can today be seen in museum collections.
This large etruscan revival pendant is a fine example of such pieces and we have not encountered another to rival this example of fine gold work. The center stone is a hand carved carnelian scarab. This piece measures 2.1 inches long and 1.5 inches at its width. It is 18K and in very fine condition. Signed on the verso, this archaeological style pendant is shown on a 19th century gold chain...
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1860s Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1980 Sparkling Crystals Oval Triangle V Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Signed at the back. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find.
Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery.
Length: 34 cm. Extend chain: ...
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1980s German Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Medusa Snake Coral Necklace Antique Etruscan Victorian 14 Karat Gold Neoclassic
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality Antique Etruscan Revival Victorian Carved Coral Necklace depicting Medusa with a Crown of Snakes with two pear shape coral drop pendants. The Coral Medusa is set in 14-18 Karat Gold with extraordinary Etruscan Revival beaded cannetille surmounts on the coral drops and a barrel clasp connecting the fine Etruscan gold chain...
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19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire Beaded Double Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
I think this pendant is remarkable. The Sapphires are true blue just gorgeous beads. This is made of silver with a 14K overlay all studded with Diamonds. There are 5.17 carats of D...
Category
Early 2000s American Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Multi Gem Flower Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Multi Gem Flower Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Natural Red Ruby - 6 carat
Multi color Natural Sapphires, Garnets, Topaz
13 carat
White South Sea Pearls...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Pendant Necklace !4 Karat White Gold Yellow Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate drop necklace was made in 1910 ca. The diamonds are mounted in fine millegrain settings. The center diamond weighs 0.5 carat ca and is brilliant cut. The diamond, also...
Category
1910s Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace and Brooch Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant or Brooch. The early oval locket pendant is adorned with four layers...
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19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal
Sapphire Pearl Necklace Bird Horse Deer Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Austro-Hungarian Sapphire and Pearl Pendant Necklace with animal, bird, horse, deer and flower and leaf motifs. It is in th...
Category
19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Silver
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Tsavorite, Whitezircon Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Salvorite, WhiteZircon Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace
Beautiful Natural Red Rubies - 9 carats
Round brilliant an...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Belle Époque Diamond Platinum Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Belle Epoque Diamond Platinum Bow Pendant Necklace.
In our opinion we estimate the old mine cut pear shape diamond weights around 1.30/1.60 carat,
Th...
Category
1910s British Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Enamel Easter Egg Pendant Necklace Charm 18 Karat Gold Red White Flower Motif
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Enamel Easter Egg 18 Karat Gold Pendant or Charm. The fabulous egg has beautiful red and white enamel designs with a flower motif in the center and ...
Category
20th Century Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Eastern Inspired Ruby & Emerald Beryl Leaf Motif Necklace Earrings Set
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
You can add your ensemble with this sophisticated Eastern-inspired ruby and emerald beryl leaf motif necklace and earring set. The unique Lavalier style necklace is exquisitely craft...
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Late 19th Century Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Beryl, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
French Paste Necklace With Pendant and Bow Motif
Located in New York, NY
This early French Paste necklace has a lovely design with bows either side of an intricately set collier a center pendant
Category
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Other, Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque Citrine Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
We are so delighted to offer this gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Citrine Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The magnificent antiqu...
Category
19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare antique Egyptian Revival Hand Carved Coral Victorian Scarab Beetle Insect Brooch Pin in 9 Karat Gold. The stunning three dimensional scarab beetle bug insect is carve...
Category
19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold 5 oval green tourmaline weighing 1.26cts. and 1 round full cut diamond weighing .04pts. on a 16 inch link chain.
Category
Early 2000s American Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Bochic Multi Natural Gem “Capri” Stunning Necklace
It has an open and close clasp and a safety hook
The in...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Vintage Goldette Etruscan Revival Chain Costume Statement Necklace, 1970s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- 19" length
- 8.5" drop
- Gold and silver tone
- Four strand chain
- Clasp closure
- Unsigned, but attributed to Goldette
- circa 1970s
- Made in New York
CONDITION: Excellent vint...
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1970s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Zolotas Greek Revival Hercules Sautoir Mesh Necklace In solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Zolotas
Located in Miami, FL
Sautoir necklace designed by Zolotas.
Gorgeous dangle necklace, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Zolotas back in the late 20th century. This elegant necklace has been crafted with a mesh of wires made up in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. Designed with two dangle drops elements and an Hercules Knot. Fitted with a push box safety lock and a hinged figure 8 for extra security.
Hercules Knot
The Hercules Knot was notably a wedding symbol and also represented the virginity of the bride: this coming from the Roman lore that the Knot symbolized the legendary fertility of Hercules - relating to the girdle of Diana (Artemis) which was captured/retrieved from the Amazon Queen Hippolyta. Later on, the Hercules Knot survived its religious uses with the Ancients and was actually still used during medieval times as a common symbol as well as also being Renaissance love tokens.
Weight: 139.80 Grams, (89.61Dwt).
Size: Totally extended is 36 Inch (91.40 Cm).
Measurements: The dangle drops have a lenght of 5.2 and 4.1 inches respectively.
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the gold and signed, "ZOLOTAS Z04 18KT".
History of Zolotas
The firm of Zolotas, was founded in Athens in 1895 by Efthimios Zolotas. The jewelry of Zolotas is very well known for their designs inspired by Greek antiquity. In the 1950, they made the decision to create the trademark and branches out into international markets. It was also during this era that the jewelry House of Zolotas began crafting what would become their ancient Greek signature style. In a gorgeous combination of modern and ancient styles. The high karat gold jewelry was fashioned using traditional techniques and motifs with contemporary flair. The symbols which had been sacred to the Greek culture some thousands of years prior were now manifested in ram, lion, snake and bull jewelry...
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Late 20th Century Greek Greek Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Belle Epoque Paste Drop Pendant Necklace, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning Antique Edwardian era, Belle Epoque sterling silver paste pendant necklace.
It has a large pretty lavalier style pendant drop suspended from a small length of chain set with old diamond paste stones and a single Amethyst paste, the pendant has a further drop suspended from the base giving it lots of movement and sparkle.
The main pendant is attached to a paste jeweled bale on the original fine link sterling silver chain.
It has a spring ring fastener.
A truly stunning piece of antique paste jewellery...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Tsavorite, Whitezircon Necklace Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient ” Ruby, Salvorite, WhiteZircon Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace
Beautiful Natural Red Rubies - 9 carats
Round brilliant and pear shape
Natural Green Color Tsavorite - 4 carats
Round brilliant shapes
Natural White Zircon - 5 Carats
Round brilliant shapes
Set in 22K Gold and Silver 950
This Necklace is perfect to wear - Day to night, swim wear to evening wear.
Crafted in 22 karat gold and silver with purity marks.
You will steal the show with this necklace and you will add a little something extra to your favorite caftan, swim suit or evening wear.
We made a this special Necklace for traveling collection called “Orient” The collection is set in 22 Gold & Silver - And has Natural Gem stones, like Ruby, Emerald, Fancy color Sapphires and Baroque white south sea natural pearls.
The price points are fantastic
Comes with a certificate
Comes with an appraisal
Comes with a Bochic Red Case
Signed
The Bochic "Orient" Multi Fancy Sapphires necklace...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Tsavorite, Zircon, Gold Plate, 22k Gold, Silver
Garnet Turquoise Amethyst Locket Pendant Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This Locket Pendant is a magnificent piece of Austro-Hungarian Garnet, Turquoise and Amethyst jewelry. It is in the Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1870. The gems are all set in silver gilt as was the custom of the Austro-Hungarian jewels. In the center is a gorgeous Bohemian Garnet cabochon. The garnet is 9mm by 7mm. Surrounding the garnet are Amethyst, Turquoise and Pearls all set in raised cut down collets. The gems continue onto the bale with a Pearl, Turquoise and Amethyst. The locket opens to reveal places for two photos if desired. I love the way the gems are set in the raised settings on the locket creating a visually stunning and dramatic piece. It is very rare to find Austro-Hungarian lockets...
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Turquoise, Pearl, Silver, Gilt Metal
Mythical Fish Sea Creature Dragon Diamond Pendant Necklace Antique Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL ART NOUVEAU GOLD PENDANT OF A MYTHICAL FISH SEA CREATURE DRAGON WITH A STUNNING ANTIQUE OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND...
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19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Emerald Ruby Pearl Pendant Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent piece of Austro-Hungarian Emerald Ruby and Pearl jewelry. It is in the Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1870. The...
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal
Diane Love for Trifari Japanese Noh Theatre Mask Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Collectible Diane Love for Trifari Japanese Noh Theatre Mask Pendant from the 1970's. Large collectible face mask pendant in faux bronze finish and crystal marquise eyes on ...
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1970s American Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Griffin Dragon Black Opal Pendant Necklace Antique Belle Epoque 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING BEAUX ARTS RENAISSANCE REVIVAL ART NOUVEAU 14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT OF A GRIFFIN OR DRAGON WITH A STUNNING ANTIQUE BLACK OPAL.
This ...
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19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Belle Epoque Antique Diamond Negligee Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1910 This delicate Belle Epoque necklace is crafted in platinum and gold (back of the pendant). It is embellished with old brilliant cut and rose cut diamonds. The two princi...
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1910s Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Belle Époque Silver Dangling Turquoise Flowers Cabochons Necklace
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate necklace is has been handcrafted out of silver in the 1890's and features a variety of articulated turquoise set silver pendants .
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1890s Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
BOCHIC “Capri” Pink Sapphire, Emerald & Ethiopian Opal Set in 22k Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Pink sapphire, Emerald, Opal Necklace Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Natural pink sapphire - 28 Carats
Ethiopian White Opal - 30 Carats
Natural Green Emerald from Zambia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Opal, 22k Gold, Silver
20th Century Natural Coral Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace made up of a fall of pearls of coral slightly flattened, the clasp is with ratchet in 18 karat yellow gold.
Necklace coral threaded on new silk thread with knots.
Length : 5...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Platinum Diamond Belle Epoque/Edwardian Necklace
Located in Zurich, CH
Elegant and feminine 18 karat yellow gold, platinum and diamond Belle Epoque/Edwardian necklace, circa 1900.
Consisting in a finely handcrafted Y-shaped pendant in platinum over 18 ...
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Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Bochic “Capri” Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings, White / Blue Opal & Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Rich Multi Natural Gem Necklace & Earrings
Necklace:
Natural Ruby, Colors - Red, Pink, 35 Carats
Ethiopian White Opal and Australian Blue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Ruby, Fire Opal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Edwardian Silver and Paste Drop Pendant, Belle Epoque
Located in NEWARK, GB
A divine Antique Edwardian silver paste pendant.
A belle epoque style piece, it has a large ellpise shaped drop set with a faceted Amethyst paste stone to the centre.
The deep purple paste is surrounded by a border of sparkling diamond paste and there are two further borders of paste from there with the centre border having a scroll design.
The pendant is suspended from a paste set bow and this is suspended from the integral bale which is also set with paste stone.
A truly stunning piece of antique paste jewellery...
Category
Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Drop Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Antique La Belle Epoque Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Pendant Platinum Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese, circa 1900. This garland jewel of geometric, floral and...
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Early 1900s Portuguese Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Modernist Shell Crystals Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. Very light scratches, barely noticeable. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. 100% Genuine.
It is around 50 years old. This is a very stylish and rare piece of jewellery.
...
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1980s German Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Pearls Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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1950s Italian Baroque Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold
GIA Antique Pigeon Blood Burmese Burma Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Necklace French
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY RARE NO HEAT PIGEON BLOOD RED BURMESE BURMA RUBY, ROSE CUT DIAMOND AND PEARL MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS NAPOLEON III BELLE EPOQ...
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Couture Goosens 1969-1971 MadameGres Crystal Stone HammeredWire Goddess Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Robert Goosens, the French haute-couture parurier who enjoyed reinterpreting ancient and antique styles of jewelry with rock crystal and faux stones, collaborated with Madame Alix Gres, the Parisian fashion and theatrical-costume designer who founded Maison Gres, to make spiral-wire adornments for her one-offs, such as this handmade hammered brass wire choker with five dropped en-tremblant pendants that are decorated with unique colorful beads and wrapped wire. This necklace dates between 1969-1971 based on similar unsigned spiraled-wire "metal" jewelry without goldsmithing marks in the Manhattan collection of The Met Museum (see our photo), which acquired pieces from Maison Givenchy founder Hubert de Givenchy, who was one of the most supportive fans of Gres.
Like the legendary sculptural clothing designs of Madame Gres, this necklace was inspired by Greco-Roman costumes, while its sculpted shapes by Goosens reference her signature curvilinear fabric techniques that earned her the sobriquet of "the master of the wrapped and draped dress". Goosens (1927-2016), nicknamed Monsieur Bijou, also made jewelry inspired by other periods of antiquity to compliment the couture clothing of Coco Chanel, Cristobal Balenciaga, Elsa Schiaparelli, Christian Dior, and Yves Saint Laurent. After Goosens collaborated with Gres, he revisited golden spiral designs with Saint Laurent.
Similar to the free-flowing fabric manipulated in Gres gowns, this hand-shaped necklace that we photographed in sunlight is a study in motion that drapes across a curvy cleavage. Adding drama to this necklace below its wire choker, the top teetering-wire pendant is a twisted and hammered horizontal double spiral, which is a Hellenistic symbol of life and transformation suggesting the breasts of a goddess of fertility and motherhood. Yet distinctly Goosens, 18 hand-cut and hand-dyed "ancient-Roman-blue" rock-crystal beads are wire-strung to weight a second tier of two separate vertical double-spiral pendants. On each, a wrapped-wire tube divides the blue beads. Between these vertical pendants in two tiers, the central vertical pendants each feature a one-of-a-kind multicolor bead (yellow/blue/red/black/white) in two lengths with abstract organic patterns recalling ancient Italian glasswork. Four more blue beads bracket these larger colorful beads. An additional 10 blue beads and 5 wire tubes decorate the bottom looped wire pendant, as well as the bottom of the wire choker.
Like the hammered-wire jewelry designs of modern artist Alexander Calder, the creative complex construction of this necklace surprisingly required no metalsmith techniques, such as soldering or casting, just great skill with a jewelry pliers and hammer.
For a bigger picture of couture clothing by Madame Gres during the decade beginning in 1969, she notably designed many museum-collected one-color silk-taffeta long draped gowns with empire waists and simple high collars or geometric cut-outs. Remarkably, the focal points for some of these unique dresses were at the wrists, from where long pouf sleeves voluminously droop around the hands to nearly the floor like two enormous long-petaled flowers. If paired with this equally downward-focused and balanced necklace from this same period, its bold Greco-Roman elements would have pulled a viewer's gaze of the dress from floor to face.
Although there is no provenance that we were able to obtain for this necklace, hammered brass and tinted rock crystal were among the few materials repeatedly associated with Goosens from 1969-71. For example, in his overlapping interior-decor collections based on themes of waterlilies or foliage, Goosens hammered gilt brass wire and sheets (see our closeup photo) to represent plant parts or he wired rock-crystal beads to appear as tiny fruits. While the two multicolor glass or resin beads in this necklace are atypical, the combination of blue, yellow and red is a palette that the designer used for other pieces of rock-crystal jewelry and he created many kinds of multicolor faux stones with glass or resin paste, such as faux Tibetan turquoise including black and white. According to journalism based on interviews with Goosens, he often acquired unusual stones and glass for inspiration during his extensive travels exploring museum-collected antiquities.
Since Maison Goosens was acquired in 2005 by Maison Chanel, it opened their Parisian showroom Galerie Goosens and associated shops to sell many kinds of reproductions and reimagined works by the founder, which fortunately does not suit the completely handmade elements of this necklace. So this couture piece remains one-of-a-kind. If desiring a vintage haute-couture original by Robert Goosens, we recommend perusing the Maison Goosens website so that a reproduction with a contemporary signature is not mistakenly purchased.
Madame Gres (1903-1993) was born Germaine Emelie Krebs, but initially identified her fashion designs with the pseudonym Alix and later Alix Barton...
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Mid-20th Century French Greek Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Brass
Exquisitely Detailed Sterling Silver "Egyptian Scene" Pendant With Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisitely detailed pendant displaying "Egyptian Scene" of sterling silver hangs comfortably on a matching sterling silver chain-link necklace. Maker's mark is etched on the back of the pendant. The length of the necklace measures 23 inches. The pendant measures 2 3/8 inches by 1 inch. Total length together is 28 inches. Made in Egypt.
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1970s European Egyptian Revival Vintage Drop Necklaces
Angel Cupid Ruby Diamond Enamel Pendant Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Museum Quality Austro-Hungarian Ruby, Diamond, Enamel and Pearl Pendant Necklace with a Cupid Archer and his Bow and Arrow with a fabulous Winged Angel at the top. The pendant is in the Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1870. The pendant is one of the most beautiful Renaissance Revival jewels...
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Enamel, Silver
Renaissance Revival Chrysolite Enameled Necklace by Giuliano
Located in Chicago, IL
Carlo and Arthur Giuliano
Renaissance Style Chrysolite Enameled Necklace with original box
England (London), c. 1895
Gold, enamel, chrysolite
Weight 21.4 gr.; Chain 39.8 cm.
Gold necklace with red translucent enamel. The centerpiece is formed of three elaborate scrollwork elements, each framing three, fanned out chrysolites in open settings. These are connected by double chains of stylized floral links in red enamel, and the same links create the three pendants in tapering lengths with pear-drop chrysolites, suspended from the central element, as also the chain around the neck with s-shaped hook fastening. On the hook clasp is the maker’s mark “C&AG.”
Original fitted brown leather case, gilt triple frame, inset with cream colored velvet and on the matching silk lining of the lid is in gold imprint: A crown, C & A Giuliano/ 115, Piccadilly/London.
Self-described as an “art jeweler,” Giuliano began his career on Frith Street in London in 1860. Without a retail shop of his own, he initially supplied jewels to other London firms – Robert Phillip, C. F. Hancock, and Hunt and Roskell...
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1890s English Renaissance Revival Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Etruscan Style Smokey Topaz and Garnet Pendant Necklace, Drop
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Etruscan Style Pendant featuring a Topaz oval shaped and is dropped from a starburst yellow gold disk featuring a garnet.
The cognac colored, oval shaped smokey topaz measures 10 x ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Etruscan Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Old Mine Diamond Sapphire Pearl Garland Necklace Antique Belle Epoque 18K
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE OLD MINE CUT AND ROSE CUT DIAMOND, SAPPHIRE AND PEARL MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS, NAPOLEON III, BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE IN 18 KARAT GOLD. THE GORGEOUS NECKLACE FROM FRANCE HAS A STUNNING ROSE FLOWER GARLAND WREATH MOTIF DESIGN AND IS SET WITH OLD MINE CUT DIAMONDS, ROSE CUT DIAMONDS, SQUARE CUT FACETED SAPPHIRES AND NATURAL PEARL DROPS...
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Miriam Salat BoHo Chic Baroque Necklace
By Miriam Salat
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Salat long drop necklace features White resin with vintage sterling silver.
Perfect for your summer days and nights. From caftan to evening wear.
Cubic zircon full diamond fa...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Sterling Silver
Belle Epoque French 18K White Gold European Diamond Bow Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This absolutely beautiful antique pendant was crafted during the Belle Epoque era from solid 18k white gold and features old cut diamonds neatly set in a drop dangle style, bringing ...
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1920s French Belle Époque Vintage Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Sapphire Pearl Rose Garland Necklace Antique Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING SAPPHIRE AND PEARL MUSEUM QUALITY FRENCH BEAUX ARTS NAPOLEON III BELLE EPOQUE NECKLACE IN 18 KARAT GOLD. THE GORGEOUS NECKLACE FROM FRANCE HAS A STUNNING ROSE FLO...
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19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 3.22 Carat Garnet and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 3.22 carat garnet and 0.61 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant / brooch in the Belle Époque style; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive antique garnet pendant...
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Early 1900s Unknown Belle Époque Antique Drop Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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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