20th Century Drop Necklaces

The Vintage Portuguese Rosary in 19 karat Yellow Gold from Fatima is a remarkable religious artifact that holds both cultural and spiritual significance. Originating from Fatima, a r...

I think this necklace is super special. This started as a pin but I changed it to be a necklace just by adding the chain. This circle is encrusted with pave Diamonds and it has two...

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...

An Scandinavian geometric sculptural collar with pendant Fabulous piece of jewelry of ultra-modernist art, created in northern Europe, back in the1970. This collar necklace was made...

Native American Navajo necklace designed by Julian Arviso (1959-2011). Fantastic necklace and double sided pendant, created by the Navajo-Dine native American goldsmith artist Julia...

Tony Duquette chrysoprase rose quartz Tahitian pearls and yellow gold necklace. * This Tony Duquette Chrysoprase Rose Quartz T...

A stunning antique Victorian 0.55 carat diamond, pearl and enamel, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set necklace; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique antique pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold and silver. The pierced decorated pendant has a central floriated design, embellished with hand painted enamel decoration; a single pearl ornaments...

A stunning vintage Belgian 1950s 0.54 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage diamond necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings. The articulated setting is composed of curvilinear feather shaped links, graduated in size. The centre of the shaped setting is ornamented with a multi-stranded drop setting, embellished with twelve individually 18k white gold four claw set transitional modern brilliant round cut diamonds. The feature setting suspends from a spiga style chain, securing with a cylindrical push fit clasp to the reverse. The push fit clasp is fitted with an additional safety chain and spring loaded bolt ring fastening. The necklace is hallmarked to the reverse with the Belgian 18k gold fineness mark -0750- and maker's mark. The safety chain clasp is also hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark -750. This Belgian diamond necklace is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This stunning vintage 1950s diamond...

Designed as a 1.0 mm cable link chain with swagged fringe station featuring round cut peridot Ranging in size from 4.5 to 5.5 mm - transparent medium yellowish green in color Set ac...

Mesh draped necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. This iconic mesh scarf necklace, is one of the most iconic Peretti's designs that she made for the Tiffan...

Dangle necklace designed by Temple St. Claire. Fabulous dangle necklace, created in Italy by the jewelry designer Temple St. Clair. This drop necklace has been crafted at her worksh...

In very good condition. Total weight is 10.6 grams. Totally is diamond 1.90 ct. The diamond is has H-I-J color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact fo...

Art Deco Diamond Rock Crystal Buddha and Pearl White Gold Necklace circa 1920 Elegant Art Deco necklace made of white gold, consisting of a cresce...

Rare Vintage necklace by Illias Lalaounis. Masterfully crafted in the finest 18K yellow gold, this piece embodies the timeless artistry of Greek jewelry making. The necklace’s weig...

Baume creation - Unique piece. Pendant and chain in 18 carat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Featuring a claw set brilliant cut diamond with an oriental cultured white pearl and a...

Please check out the HD video! This natural Jadeite Jade pendant is certified without any treatments. The pendant is set in 14k white gold. The inner circle is the Chinese character ...

Graduated corals necklace designed by Bertoro. An exceptional coral necklace, created in Arezzo Italy at the jewelry atelier of Bertoro. This necklace is composed by forty-three gra...

A sapphire and pearl necklace 14 karat white gold, circa 1900. This sweet and elegant necklace comprises of four beautifully sweeping scrolls festooned with royal blue round cut sap...

Kenneth Jay Lane Red Bell Pepper Necklace is made by red resin bell pepper decorated with Hamilton gold-plated American pewter casting. Lane started designing jewelry and launched h...

A absolutely beautiful necklace with clear crystal and faux pearls from Christian Dior and Mitchel Maer. Very collectable piece of vintage 1950s jewellery. Signed on the plaque Christian Dior Mitchel...

Rare Sterling Silver Necklace and double tear drop design no 135 with Amethyst and Quartz Drops Designed by Vivianna Torun Bulow-Hube for Georg Jensen C.1960, together with Necklet c...

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A vintage Monete pendant by Bulgari, 1990s. This necklace has a single bronze ancient Roman coin set into a rounded 18ct yellow gold bezel setting. The ...

Georgian Long Chain 18K Gold Necklace with French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Medallion. The long chain necklace is formed of 18K gold. Voluminous, yet s...

An antique deco piece with endless beauty, a color play with elegance between the sky blue color Aquamarine & the black from the Onyx gemstones. this piece is formed by 2 mm cream...

THIS IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL ART DECO CARNELIAN MARCASITE NECKLACE OF THE FINEST QUALITY. THE NECKLACE IS SET WITH THREE OVAL AND SQUARE CUT GORGEOUS VIVID CARNELIAN STONES SET IN ST...

A stunning Vintage Amethyst Teardrop Necklace and Earring Set. Large, luxurious amethyst crystal teardrop stones are adorned by galleries of tapered baguette crystals. A decadent and...

In very good condition. Total weight is 4 grams. Totally is diamond 0.35 carat. The diamond is has M color and s2 cleartiy. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any questi...

This gorgeous Charm necklace started out life as a Charm bracelet I had this turned into a necklace keeping all the original elements of this bracelet. The charms are held by Diamon...

This is a vintage 18ct yellow gold spinel necklace featuring eight cushion cut natural Burmese spinels which have been rubover set in 18ct yellow gold. The chain and setting has been...

Designed as a cable link chain centering a lavalier-style surmount and drop pendant Featuring round and oval cut peridot bezel set throughout Transparent light green and weighing a...

Step into elegance with the Yves Saint Laurent 1990s Faux Sapphire Pearl Necklace, a piece that seamlessly blends glamour with timeless sophi...

A long necklace sautoir with color sapphires. A versatile long necklace sautoir, crafted in Italy with 18 karats yellow gold stations and seventy-nice carved natural sapphires of di...

Opals are proof of mother natures magic and this bouquet of cheerful opal flowers contains kaleidoscope of ocean blues and electric purples blend perfectly with flashes of lime green...

Here we have a vintage platinum pearl and diamond necklace. Hanging from a platinum belcher chain we find a duo of natural salt water pearls, the largest of which is oval-button sha...

Gorgeous Chandelier Drop Necklace With 55 ct. Amethyst Gemstones Amethyst: 9 Purple amethyst gemstones together approx. 55 ct. Material: Platinum chain, 14 kt. Yellow gold pendant ...

A fine and impressive antique diamond drop 1.13 carat necklace in platinum; part of our diverse 1920's diamond jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique diamond pendant ...

Art Deco pendant with a carved natural amethyst (probably Siberian because of the presences of reddish undertones), creates a platinum, diamond, sapphire and ruby basket of flowers, this charming piece, with a flip up/flip down bale has 43 small both European cut and rose cut diamonds weighing an estimated .50 cts in total, 3 small bright sapphires...

Vintage Joseff Of Hollywood Stunning Necklace And Bracelet rare Set. Both pieces In aged gold metal finish . Some Slight tarnishing here and there on the necklace. Some small marks ...

Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 18 carat rose gold, British Hallmarked, for that era each link has been hallmarked by the Assay office. Albert watch chain was named a...

This beautiful oval citrine is set in a halo of floral motifs that are repeated in the decorative chain. The chain is long enough so you can layer it with other favorite pieces or st...

Beautiful and absolutely modern Italian silver necklace with a chain made up of 3 rows of small turquoises crimped and Measurements: Total length 65 cm silver closure measurements of...

This is a really lovely piece of luxurious modern British jewellery. Crafted out of 18ct gold, it features a mixed-style chain, interspersing sections of yellow gold trace chain with...

Beautiful Christian Dior gold metal logo lariat long pendant. Very good condition and only worn a couple of times for a special occasion. The chain is a fabulous snake link chain an...

Immerse yourself in the vivid world of color with this exuberant, voluptuous, and audacious diamond and emerald necklace by David Webb. A vintage masterpiece crafted in platinum and ...

Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era carved carnelian necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The larger carnelian drop measures 1 1/2 x 1 inch, with the...

Stand out in the crowd with this Incredible RARE Vintage Huge Open Back Rhinestone Bib Necklace 1950s. Absolutely stunning piece Vintage from 1950s era . Hook fastening with extend...

THIS IS A STUNNING ORIGINAL ANTIQUE ART DECO BLACK ONYX MARCASITE NECKLACE OF THE FINEST QUALITY. THE PENDANT NECKLACE HAS A MAGNIFICENT ROUND BLACK ONYX PENDANT SET WITH A STERLING...

Jean Mahie Etruscan large ball pendant in 22K yellow gold is very easy to wear and distinctive. Shown here on a contemporary gold chain with onyx small balls which has a length of ...

Van Cleef and Arpels Emerald Necklace Beautiful Pear Emerald and gold necklace featuring 7 pear shape certified Columbian emeralds. Ac...

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Vintage Ruby and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold Ruby and Diamond Necklace features Oval Red Rubies set in Tassel Design accent...

From the Romanov era, period of Tsar Nicholas II, a rare Russian 14k gold pendant designed as a horseshoe for good luck, of two-toned gold, the body matte yellow gold, the details polished rose gold, with openwork sides typical of the time. With Russian stamps...

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A unique 18K Gold Pendant Necklace takes its inspiration from the great Art Nouveau designs with a twist of Asian influence. Incorporating Pearls, Diamonds, fine colored Enamel. 18...

From it's white twinkling Diamonds to the evergreen colored Tourmaline, this Pendant Necklace is sure to please this holiday season! As the prominent focal point, this pendant feat...

Indulge in the beauty of this Art Nouveau pendant, adorned with exquisite details and crafted with precision. A captivating turquoise drop delicately accents the piece, adding a touc...

This gorgeous tear drop Mabe pearl is set in 14K yellow gold! Size: 33mm X 14mm X 7.3mm Weight: 4.26 g/ 2.7 dwt Hallmark: 14K *Chain not included* Very good condition, professio...