Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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Antique Bohemian Necklace Garnets Seed Pearls Gilt 830 Silver / 38 cm / 26.7 gr.
Located in SE
Bohemian ca. 1930s Austrian / Bohemian Garnet Necklace. Metal parts made of gilded or gold filled Silver. All blood Red Bohemian Garnets are rose cut, both prong and bezel set with...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver
ART DECO ERA RIVIERE marked sterling silver prong set faceted glass necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • marked STERLING • glass stines, sterling silver • ART DECO ERA RIVIERE PRONG SET OPEN BACK GLASS NECKLACE MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition wit...
$827Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 38.6CT Lustrous Purple Amethyst Necklace in 16.5 Inch 925 Silver Strand
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features amethyst gemstones totalling 38.6 carats, set in 925 sterling silver. Each 4 x 6 mm gemstone is securely set and arranged in a continuous linear design of 63 p...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$455Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver 21.57 Ct Octagon Cut Natural Green Onyx Long Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning tennis necklace from Silvorra is meticulously crafted in 925 sterling silver and adorned with 73 natural octagon-cut green onyx, each measuring 5x3 mm for a total weigh...
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
$435Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Silver Natural Amethyst Tennis Necklace February Birthstone Gift
Located in New York, NY
This 925 sterling silver tennis necklace is set with 79 oval-cut natural amethyst gemstones, each measuring 5x3 mm. The stones together weigh 18.08 carats, radiating a vivid purple h...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
$340Sale Price|50% Off
Silvorra Vintage Inspired Ball Chain Necklace in 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This 925 sterling silver necklace is crafted from solid, high-quality silver, weighing 41 grams for a substantial yet comfortable feel. Measuring 25 inches in length with a 0.25-inch...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Exceptional German Art Deco Tutti Frutti Paste Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional German Art Deco Tutti Frutti Paste Necklace from the 1920's set in sterling silver. Molded glass "fruits" are created to replicate th...
Sterling Silver
Turquoise Serenade - Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds spectular Necklace 18K
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Some necklaces adorn. Turquoise Serenade sings. This artistic creation is a celebration of texture, color, and quiet poetry. At its heart rests a 5.32‑carat Round Turquoise, glowing...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Art Deco 1930s Czechoslovakian Blue Mirror Glass Vintage Necklace
Located in Wilmslow, England
This necklace dates from the 1930s and was made in Czechoslovakia. It features collectible mirror glass. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This brass necklace features bl...
Base Metal
Antique Art Deco Gold Black & White Enamel Cylinder & Open Oval Link Watch Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold w/ Black & White Enamel Weight: 7.31 Grams Type: Cylinder & Open Oval Link Chain Width: 1.9mm (0.10")(at the enamel link) Length: 13" measured next to...
Gold, White Gold, Enamel
IGI Certified 1.15 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Pendant in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.15 Carat Diamond Sapphire Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace centers a 1.02 carat natural sapphire blue, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
16.16 Carat Mixed Cut Emerald Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
16.16 Carat Mixed Cut Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mixed cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald enhances...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$158,496Sale Price|20% Off
C.Dunaigre Certified Brazilian Emerald and 38 Ct Diamond 3 Piece Set in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the beauty and rarity of this platinum three piece emerald and diamond set, certified by C. Dunaigre Consulting GmbH in Switzerland. This exceptional set features a neckla...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Green Beryl, Platinum
Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Grey Oval Moonstone Mesh Woven Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Unisex Rare Grey Oval Moonstones Mesh Woven Interlocked Elegant Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Not any stones lost. L...
Gold Plate
14 Karat Camphor Glass Pendant Necklace Diamond Enamel Aquamarine Drop Art Deco
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is truly a stunning 14k White Gold Camphor Glass necklace. It has a center accent diamond with enameling surrounding it. There a 2.2 Carat aquamarine dangling down. The chain on...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$6,360Sale Price / item|20% Off
Certified 9.9Ct. Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Make a statement with this exquisite necklace, crafted in luminous 14k white gold. Featuring a stunning arrangement of deep blue gemstones with a total stone weight of 9.9 carats, th...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco Paste Graduated Crystals from the 1920's. Faceted lead crystal sparkles brightly in this riviere style. This probably had an emerald...
Crystal, Silver Plate, Brass
Art Deco Style 7.90 Ct Diamond 18 Kt Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This impressive Art Deco Style Diamond is the perfect complement for any outfit Skillfully hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold in a sophisticate geometric links patter richly set with a...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late Art Deco Pearl Soutoir Rare Necklace 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Unique Pearl Soutoir This extremely charming long soutoir necklace dates 1930/35 ca It is beautifully made by alternated cultured Pearl and solids gold links with lovely geometric de...
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Ruby Sapphire Emerald Cabochon Chunky Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Unisex Ruby Sapphire Emerald Cabochon Spiral Circle Dome Red Blue Green Crystals Water Drop Oval Flowers Mo...
Gold Plate
$642Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 28.59ct Green Onyx Gemstones Square-Cut Link Necklace for Women Gift
Located in New York, NY
The deep, glossy green onyx stones are precisely set to create a seamless and luxurious look. With a substantial total gemstone weight of 28.59 carats, each stone enhances the neckla...
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
$50,008Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Inspired Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
Art Deco Inspired Sapphire and Diamond Necklace in Platinum An elegant platinum necklace featuring a continuous row of square-cut blue sapphires framed by near-colorless round-cut d...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
300g 18k Solid Gold Heavy Chain Necklace with 12cts Diamonds and Emeralds
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A substantial custom box-link necklace in solid 18k gold, weighing approximately 300 grams. The polished custom-designed links catch light in clean, geometric facets, giving the piec...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Trifari Enamel Flower "Rue de la Paix" Necklace, Alfred Phillipe
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Enamel Flower "Rue de la Paix" Necklace by Alfred Phillipe from the 1930's. Delicate flowers hand enameled on rhodium metal with pave rhinestone accents. Late 1930's USA. Un...
Rhodium, Enamel
Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold & Black Enamel Tube Link Necklace
Located in Towson, MD
This Art Deco necklace pairs 14 karat yellow gold cable links with fifteen black enamel tube links, a graphic contrast that defined the period's approach to jewelry design. Each enam...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Art Deco Platinum Pearl Rectangular Bar and Chain Link Watch Chain 13.5"
Located in Montclair, NJ
– Stone(s): – (4) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round - White color w/ nice Luster - 2.8mm (approx.) Material: Stamped Plat and 585. The Whole chain tests as .880+ Platinum and the cla...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
French Art Deco Bakelite Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco bakelite link necklace in varied shades of brown with chrome link stations. Necklace terminating in a large, floral carved bak...
Gilt Metal
1940s Art Deco Rose Gold Fill Charles Reis Pendant Necklace or Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your vintage jewelry collection with this stunning, highly collectible 1940s Art Deco / Retro statement piece by the renowned Charles Reis Company. This versatile heirloom f...
Aquamarine, Gold-filled, Rose Gold
$580Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 37.59 Ct Natural Garnet January Birthstone 925 Silver Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite tennis necklace by Silvorra is masterfully crafted from fine 925 sterling silver, featuring 65 natural garnet gemstones meticulously set along its elegant silhouette. ...
Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
$900Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Marcasite and Onyx Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
This is a very fine example of a sterling silver, onyx and marcasite jewelry from the Art Deco period. The design is adapted from High Jewelry of...
Marcasite, Onyx, Sterling Silver
Antique Art Deco Platinum 16" Fancy Lozenge Shape Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Platinum Weight: 4.56 Grams Chain Type: Fancy Lozenge Link Length: 16 inches Width: 2.8mm (0.11") (at the pierced sections) Thickness: 0.6mm (at the pierced sections...
Platinum
Art Deco Maison Gripoix Crystal and Diamante Long Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Maison Gripoix faceted crystal ring and diamante cluster long flapper style sautoir. Hundreds of hand sewn pastes are used as connectors between the rings. This substantia...
Gilt Metal
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Sapphire Dangle Pendant Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer presents a bold Greek Key Diamond Pendant, handmade from 18 Karat Yellow Gold in Athens, Greece. The geometric design features four beautifully defined Greek Key ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Purple Sapphire,...
18k White Gold Natural 6.24 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Link Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold Natural 6.24 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Link Necklace This is a super unique, vintage, natural diamond link necklace. There are 6.24 carats of diamonds, all se...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cabochon Ruby with Diamond Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Ruby 32.28 carats with Diamond 9.10 carats Necklace set in 18K Gold Settings Width: 1.2 cm Length: 40.0 cm Total Weight: 61.38 grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when i...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Unique Camphor Glass Filigree Style Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving the uniqueness of this vintage piece!! Necklace Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Weight: 18.6 Grams Necklace Length: 16 Inches Drop Length: 1...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rare Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar
By Ralph DeRosa
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Art Deco DeRosa Crystal Baguette Collar of crystal and faux ruby baguettes set into stepped design within articulated pave links. High Art Deco rhodium metal setting...
Rhodium
Sunita Nahata Art Deco Style Emerald 22.75ct. Necklace in 18KWYG with Diamond.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The Princess Necklace is uniquely designed with the finest Colombian Emeralds paired with dazzling round and trapezium diamonds. The unique art ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Carved Lapis, Blue Enamel & 14K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Wheaton, IL
Sensational Art Deco lapis and enamel necklace containing a total of five (5) vivid royal blue Lapis Lazuli plaques. Each plaque is carved with a graceful foliate design joined by cl...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,122Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Sterling Silver Floral Necklace by Christofle, 2000, France
By Christofle
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Exquisite Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Necklace with Flowers by Christofle This 925 sterling silver necklace from the prestigious French house of Christofle is inspired by the ic...
Silver
10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini, 10.40 Carats Sapphires 0.30 Carats White Diamonds 18 Karats Gold Blue Necklace. The necklace is available in 18 karats yellow gold on order. The necklace boasts a...
White Diamond, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Chrome Necklace Machine Age Red Galalith Geometric Jakob Bengel Style
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent rare antique Art Deco Chrome Machine Age Necklace with fabulous geometric design and red Galalith adornments. The necklace is in the style of Jakob Bengel b...
GIA Certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl in 14K Yellow Gold Necklace with Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier saltwater pearl necklace with original box. 85 natural Saltwater Pearls set together by a 56 round cut diamond set screw closure. This marvelous necklace is a true rarity. ...
Pearl
White Gold and Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An Art Deco white gold necklace set with 32 graduating old cut diamonds (app. 10 carats in total), circa 1920, French. diameter diamonds: 2.6...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Heart Necklace Multi Sapphire Gemstone 14k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Every stone in this 14K yellow gold tennis necklace is heart-shaped — and every heart is a different colour. Orange sapphire. Blue sapphire. Pink sapphire. Green sapphire. Purple sap...
Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow...
Natural Ruby and Diamond Drop Estate Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Brunswick, ME
ESTATE Necklace Featuring in the Center a Pear Cut Mozambique Natural Ruby Weighing 2.30 carats, Not Treated. The ruby is set in a beautiful vintage-inspired scroll setting. The center bow design of the necklace features a round brilliant cut diamond measurement 4.1mm and sparkling diamonds all...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$22,240Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco 18k Gold Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Necklace, Circa 1935
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Turquoise, Sapphire, and Diamond Necklace, 0.85 total carat weight of Diamonds. 18k yellow gold custom cast and handcrafted turquoise, sapphire, and diamond necklace. The seventeen-i...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$952Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra 925 Sterling Timeless Bezel Set Amethyst Station Link Necklace for Gift
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in fine 925 sterling silver, this elegant natural amethyst link necklace showcases a timeless continuous line design set with 73 round amethyst gemstones, each measuring 4 mm...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
18k White Gold Necklace with Baguette and Round Cut Diamonds
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Using the finest handpicked baguette and round cut diamonds set on a 18 Karat White Gold Necklace. Eclipse tells the captivating stories of celestial bodies. - Weight: 38.63 - Diamo...
Diamond, White Gold
Art Deco Sapphire Crystal Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco open back faux sapphire long riviere necklace set in gilt metal. The necklace is a continuous length of 30" and stones have settings that are set...
Gilt Metal
IGI Certified 4.18 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 4.18 Carat Ruby Diamond Necklace 18K Gold
This necklace centers a 3.60 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 4.18 c...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
$1,510Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Sterling Silver Blue Sapphire Oval Tennis Necklace for Anniversary Gift
Located in New York, NY
This necklace features sapphires totalling 24.1 carats, set in 925 sterling silver. Each 3 x 5 mm oval gemstone is securely set and arranged in a continuous linear design, creating a...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Machine Age Sterling Paste Articulated Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Machine Age Sterling articulated necklace of channel set round crystal paste pave links set in rhodium plate sterling silver. Each incised with geometric art deco designs. C...
Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
$317Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Vintage Multi-Strand 925 Silver Link Chain Necklace with Floral Charms
Located in New York, NY
This striking necklace is expertly fashioned from genuine 925 sterling silver. The multi-strand link chains create a bold, layered silhouette, culminating in an artistic arrangement ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Coral Rock Crystal Necklace 50 Inches 14 Karat Gold Antique Rondelles
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a radiant Art Deco Natural Coral and Rock Crystal 14 Karat Gold Necklace of 50 inches in length. The exquisite antique Art Deco link necklace has gorgeous natural Coral an...
Rock Crystal, Coral, Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Natural Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
IGI Certified 1.4 Carat Diamond Ruby Necklace 14K Gold
This necklace centers a 1.27 carat natural ruby red, complemented by diamond accents, for a total gemstone weight of 1.4 car...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Deco Enamel Marcasite Silver Necklace Chain Rare 1920 Red Green Black Enamel
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART DECO CHAIN NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS LINKS IN SILVER AND ADORNED WITH RED GREEN AND BLACK ENAMEL AND MARCASITES OF GREAT BEAUTY. THE NECKLACE...
Marcasite, Silver, Enamel
$745Sale Price / item|50% Off
Silvorra Timeless 21.78ct Green Onyx Bezel Set Tennis Necklace in Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant tennis necklace is crafted in 925 sterling silver and features 56 natural green onyx gemstones, each beautifully cut in a classic oval shape measuring 4 × 6 mm. The rich...
Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Crackle Glass Set
Located in New York, NY
Candy colored crackle glass suite set in sterling silver form the Art Deco era. Crackle glass is produced by inserting the hot glass into cold water during production to create a "cr...
Sterling Silver
Trifari Philippe Gold Tassel Earrings Crystal Diamante Link Collar Parure c1950
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
For Trifari by mid-century, its artistic director French-born Alfred Philippe designed this yellow-gold set including the seven-bar linked collar with central invisibly-set diamante,...
Crystal, Gilt Metal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal