European Drop Necklaces

This Natural Diamonds Necklace is a true masterpiece that embodies modern elegance and sophistication. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, this single-row necklace is a testament to the ...

Robert Goosens, the French haute-couture Chanel-favorite parurier who enjoyed reinterpreting ancient and antique styles of jewelry with rock crystal and faux stones, also collaborated with Madame Alix Gres. Relevant to this statement necklace, the Parisian theatrical-costume designer, who founded the French fashion-house Maison Gres, commissioned Goosens to make spiral-wire adornments for her couture gowns. This handmade hammered brass wire choker necklace with five dropped en-tremblant pendants is decorated with unique colorful beads and wrapped wire. The piece dates between 1969-1971 based on similar unsigned spiraled-wire metal jewelry without goldsmithing marks in the museum collection of TheMet (see our photo), which acquired it from Maison Givenchy founder Hubert de Givenchy, who was one of 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 draped long 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 significant provenance 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 the 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...

PENDANT CAMEO, the setting in 750 / °° yellow gold braided and chiseled decorated with foliage punctuated with cultured pearls surrounding a woman in profile on agate, her hair ric...

■Item Number: 25080314 ■Reference Retail Price: JPY 1,980,000 (Tax Included) ■Brand: BVLGARI ■Product Name: Fiorever Necklace ■Ref Number: 355885 ■Material: Diamonds (Total 0.60ct), ...

This stunning Christian Lacroix Paris pendant necklace features a stylized knitting lace design with gilded metal, all textured and topped with the "CL" logo. The long gilt metal cha...

Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This yellow gold chain features a filed cable link design and holds a white-tinged green jadeite disc in place with a removable sl...

Experience the epitome of elegance and luxury with this exquisite 14k white gold necklace, a true masterpiece that embodies timeless beauty and sophistication. This breathtaking piec...

POGGI PARIS Necklace, Sky Blue and Deep Blue Stones and Gold Tone Metal Chain, Vintage from the 1980's Signed POGGI PARIS near the clasp CONDITION...

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An Edwardian diamond and pearl necklace, of a natural round half pearl, measuring approximately 8.3 mm of diameter, to the centre of an old brilliant...

Incredibly rare Yves Saint Laurent's Iconic and Early Coral Shell Pendant, Maison Goossens. Large central shell of gilt bronze with cold enamel coral branches accented with crystal p...

This fine 18 kt. 750/00 white and yellow gold necklace with Japanese coral balls and beads would be a great addition to anyone's jewelry box on its own, but paired with this wonderfu...

Bulgari necklace in 18kt – 750‰ white gold, from the Allegra collection. Inspired by the joy and exuberance of life, set with 11 brilliant-cut diamonds, two citrines (round cabochon...

18k white gold turquoise and
diamond necklace with detachable tear drop pendant. 5.80 carats

An Edwardian opal and diamond pendant, the central circular opal is surrounded by old brilliant-cut diamonds in a platinum millegrain setting suspended ...

This 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace with a religious motive features a domed onyx stone (radius: 1 cm) enclosed in a sculptural gold structure. It is a custom made piece tha...

A playful modern take on a classic D&H design, this eclectic Luna Pearl necklace combines 6mm round white freshwater pearls and yellow gold vermeil rectangular link chain to dramatic...

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This stunning French modernist bronze choker necklace features five geometric dangling charm elements in rounded free forms topped with green and purple enamel. The piece boasts a ni...

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace, featuring 9.30 carats of briolette cut blue sapphire drops. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not ...

1940's French Diamond and Ruby Necklace and Earrings Set The necklace has approximately 75ct of rubies and 40-42ct of diamonds all set in Platinum, and the clasps are white gold. The...

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...

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Black Enamel Flower Leaf Crystals Pendant Modernist Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Materi...

A magnificent mid-Victorian natural peal, emerald and diamond pendant, to the centre a natural pearl measuring approximately 7.7mm in diameter, surrounded by a lozenge-shaped frame set with four rectangular-cut emerald and eight old European-cut diamonds, with four outstretching diamond-set bow-like motifs, all within an outer oval border set with emerald-cut emeralds, and flanked with four smaller natural pearls each measuring approximately 4.9mm in diameter, suspending a detachable natural pearl drop with rose-cut diamond cap, the pearl measuring approximately 11.2 x 8.6mm, accompanied by certificate stating that all pearls are natural of saltwater origin, all surmounted by a diamond-set pendant loop, the diamonds estimated to weigh 1.5 carats in total, the emeralds estimated to weigh 1.5 carat in total, all mounted in yellow gold, with a fancy link chain, with original fitted case, circa 1850, the pendant measuring approximately 6 x 2.8cm, the chain measuring approximately 41 x 0.3cm, gross weight 28.6 grams A gorgeous nineteenth century pendant comes from the collection of Bentley & Skinner, Jewellers by Royal appointment His Majesty King Charles III. This pendant captures the mid-Victorian style of Renaissance revival, incorporating elements of fifteenth century jewellery design. This piece features a frame of emeralds and diamonds with a beautiful natural pearl in the centre. Further pearls decorate the frame of emeralds and diamonds, and a pearl drop from the centre completes the pendant. This ornate and striking piece is suspended from a lovely Victorian snake chain...

Large and impressive Art Nouveau pendant by Elizabeth Bonte, France. An Iris (which was a favored motif in the period) is hand carved of natural horn a...

This gorgeous necklace is from Chopard's 'Happy Hearts Golden Hearts' capsule collection inspired by the strength of character and courage of the 007 woman. The limited-edition neckl...

Aquamarine emerald cut solitaire pendant necklace 18k white gold Aquamarine gemstone light blue emerald shaped total weight 2.50ct Hallm...

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...

A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant, the inverted pear-shaped cabochon garnet surmounted by a floral and foliate spray and suspending a foliate drop, set throughout with old brill...

A truly magnificent 1950's Boucheron diamond necklace. Designed as a stylised, flexible ribbon set with graduated and tapered baguette & ste...

Extraordinary 1930's Haute Couture Leather Gingko Bib with pastes and gold bullion of French origin. Unknown designer, completely handmade. Gold leaf leather gingko leaves fall from ...

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The oval cut mosaic plaque depicting a flower bouquet, on black ground within reeded bordered setting. Mounted in yellow gold Lenght: 4cm.

An Edwardian diamond garland style necklace, designed as an articulated openwork frame with a tied ribbon bow top, suspending the principal old brilliant-cut diamond estimated to wei...

Amazing Yves Saint Laurent Haute Couture Chinese Collection Demi Parure by Maison Gripoix of hand made settings with poured glass of Chinese florals in kingfisher blue, chalcedony an...

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold chain necklace featuring 7.56 carats of pink sapphire briolette cut dangling drops. Total length: 18.11"- 45c...

Australian Baroque Pearl 18 karat white gold diamonds pendant necklace Pendant Necklace Total Weight 18.40 grams Diamonds weight 0.88 karat Pearls weight 43 karat Pearls size 15mm a...

Elevate your jewellery collection with this exquisite Diamond cross pendant necklace crafted from 18k yellow gold. The stunning piece features a cluster setting with round-shaped pen...

SKU AT-2252 Comes With Box Only RRP £3630 Including taxes / $4600 Excluding taxes / €4200 Inc taxes Model 353795 Serial Number PZ**** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight 12.4 g Length 46 cm...

Designed by Barzizza of Valenza, Italy. Founded in 1958 the firm produces very limited series of unique jewelry pieces.This 18 karat white and yellow gold lariat style necklace is the perfect example of their quality workmanship. White gold bezel set round...

Hubert de Givenchy Haute Couture opera length necklace from the estate of Bunny Mellon. Composed of signature Maison Gripoix handmade large faux pearls with a very large focal cente...

Almandine garnets set in gilt metal are fashioned into a striking choker with drop, which can be removed. The choker is tied on with a ribbon. Much o...

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An Important set by M. Gérard comprised of earrings, necklace, bracelet and ring in 18kt yellow gold with fine quality diamonds and emeralds. Made in Paris (France) circa 1975.

1.20ct Diamond large chunky eternity circle round shaped pendant necklace in 18ct yellow gold. Chunky 18k yellow gold chain necklace round diamond pave setting large floating diamond...

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Octagon Amethyst Purple Rectangle Crystals Dome Pendant Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches, barely noticeable. Not any c...

CARTIER “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Pendant Necklace Designed as a parrot set with brilliant-cut diamonds, highlighted with emerald eyes and moth...

In very good condition.. Total weight 5 grams.. Diamond totally about 0.50 carat.. Clarity is diamond H-I-J-K-L-M color and s1-s2-s3... Total chain lenght is 45 cm. Please contact f...

The diamond and sapphire necklace features a lariat-like chain (20”) attaching a bell-like design that in turn suspends a cascade of sapphire briolettes (4”). The sapphires are of va...

This discontinued BVLGARI B.ZERO1 necklace features black ceramic and round diamonds set in 18K rose gold. 17.5 inch. Signed BULGARI.

A playful modern take on a classic D&H design, this eclectic Luna Pearl necklace combines 6mm round white freshwater pearls and sterling silver rectangular link chain to dramatic eff...

Antique La Belle Époque natural pearl and diamond pendant necklace in platinum and gold, Portuguese, circa 1900. This garland jewel of geometric, floral and...

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat yellow gold horseshoe pendant, sliding on a 17.7 in/45 cm chain necklace. A further small ring allows to reduce the leng...

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A Victorian coral and diamond yellow gold swag necklace, the necklace comprising twelve circular plaques, each set with a cluster of seven coral beads, each set with an applied diamo...

A gorgeous antique Art Deco Sautoir necklace. This necklace is just everything Deco! Early 1920s it is made from black silk ribbon and fastens with a japanned barrel...

A Masterpiece of Jewelry-Art: The "BEYOND MIDNIGHT" Drop Necklace with Lapis Lazuli and a fiery Madeira Citrine in 18k Yellowgold by Alexander Leyser: One night, one moment, one fe...

Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this exquisite circa 1920’s Art Deco Tiffany & Co platinum diamond and p...

This stunning modernist Space Age long metal necklace with a geometric pendant from the 1970s is reminiscent of Paco Rabanne's work. The piece features a rigid, chromed metal around-...

A late Victorian aquamarine and diamond-set brooch/pendant, centrally-set with an oval-shaped faceted aquamarine, surrounded by delicate openwork diamond-set frame of laurel garlands, ribbon ties and foliate motifs, suspending a pear-shaped aquamarine drop, the yellow gold-set aquamarines estimated to weigh a total of 6.8 carats, the diamonds estimated to weigh a total of 1.3 carats, all set in silver to a yellow gold mount, with detachable necklace and brooch fitting, circa 1890, measuring approximately 4.9x4.6cm, gross weight 19 grams. Victorian pendant/brooch in Very Good condition. Unmarked, metal tested as 18ct Gold and Silver. A beautiful aquamarine brooch...