Contemporary Link Necklaces

CONTEMPORARY STYLE

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

Gemstone: Freshwater Pearl

Style: Contemporary

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Y Necklace

By Faye Kim

Located in Westport, CT

Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold custom handcrafted White Freshwater Pearl Y Necklace, with its 18 Karat Gold Cap and Gold Triple Granulation tip, offers an e...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold White Freshwater Pearl Y Necklace

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Multi-Color Round and Baroque Pearl Sterling Silver Link Collar Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Round and baroque pearl drilled beads in a variety of colors, including Tahitian, White, Pink, Gold, Black and Gray, connected in a sterling silver link necklace. Pearls range from 1...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Sterling Si...

Multi-Color Round and Baroque Pearl Sterling Silver Link Collar Necklace

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Multi-Gemstone and Ancient Coin Two-Tone Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones and ancient coin set in either oxidized sterling silver or 24k yellow gold wrapping. Thi...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Other, Moonstone, Multi-...

Multi-Gemstone and Ancient Coin Two-Tone Bohemian Necklace

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Cameo, Pearl and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with 23 unique pieces including vintage and antique cameos, freshwater Pearls and white Di...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

Cameo, Pearl and Diamond 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

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Yellow Gold Paperclip with Freshwater Pearl Tin Cup Necklace

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

14K Yellow Gold Paper clip Necklace White freshwater cultured pearl 10.50-11.50mm Lobster clasp 18" Long necklace

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Paperclip with Freshwater Pearl Tin Cup Necklace

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10mm Genuine Freshwater Pearl and Chicklet 40" Long Sterling Silver Necklace

By Bijoux Num

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Stunning Genuine Freshwater Pearl and Chicklet 40" Long Sterling Silver Necklace! This long and elegant necklace features 40 pieces of A...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

10mm Genuine Freshwater Pearl and Chicklet 40" Long Sterling Silver Necklace

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Jade, Onyx and Opal Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Link Necklace

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with 19 unique pieces including Onyx, Turquoise, white Diamond, Jade, Freshwater Pearl, green Quartz, Opal, Shell cameo and ...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Opal, Pe...

Jade, Onyx and Opal Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Link Necklace

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Nathalie Jean Contemporary Sterling Silver Silk Ribbon Link Chain Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

With their delicate, curved, free-form surfaces, the Hoya Carnosa little contemporary sculpture jewel pieces fold and unfold with harmony and grace like glittering shell fragments...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Sterling Silver Silk Ribbon Link Chain Necklace

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Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr Designs 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones, vintage, antique and ancient jewelry components. Necklace has 15 unique pieces, featuring green Jade, carved Coral, Shell Cameo, Ancient Roman Bronze Coin, Carico Lake Turquoise, Freshwater Pearl, Multi-Color Jade, white Diamond, carved wood face...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoi...

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

With their delicate, curved, free-form surfaces, the 24 elements of these contemporary sculpture jewels fold and unfold with harmony and grace like shell fragments...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

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Multi-Color Round and Baroque Pearl Sterling Silver Link Collar Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Round and baroque pearl beads in a variety of colors, including Tahitian, White, Pink, Gold, Black and Gray, linked together in a handmade sterling silver collar necklace. Pearls ran...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Black Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Si...

Multi-Color Round and Baroque Pearl Sterling Silver Link Collar Necklace

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Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

With their delicate, curved, free-form surfaces, the little sculpture elements of this contemporary necklace fold and unfold with harmony and grace like shell fragments...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

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Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

By Nathalie Jean

Located in Milan, Lombardia

With their delicate, curved, free-form surfaces, the elements of these contemporary sculpture jewels fold and unfold with harmony and grace like metalized leaves. Linked to each othe...

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2010s Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Nathalie Jean Contemporary Pearl Sterling Silver Silk Drop Link Pendant Necklace

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Freshwater Pearl and White Zircon Necklace

By Martha Seely

Located in Carlisle, MA

From the Shooting Stars collection, this is the Constellation necklace is in sterling silver with lovely natural and white freshwater pearls and sparkling zircon (These are NOT lab created cubic zirconium stones, but real stones - and they honestly sparkle more than diamonds, but they do not have the strength of a diamond). The finished necklace is 18" long and the stones are bezel set on a cable chain with a lobster clasp. This is a delicate necklace that you will feel comfortable wearing to work, out to dinner, to the theater and to most social events. This pearl necklace is definitely NOT your grandma's pearls and could be lovely for a bride or members of the bridal party...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Sterling Silver

Freshwater Pearl and White Zircon Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl and Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind, Bohemian necklace features a variety of rich, regal purple color tone gemstones and vintage jewelry components set in 14k yellow gold...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Natural Pearl, Cultured...

Amethyst, Pearl and Multi-Gemstone 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

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Fossil and Gemstone Oxidized Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

Statement collar necklace featuring an assortment of gemstones and fossils all set in sterling silver and finished with solid, oxidized sterl...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Agate, Moonstone, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Silver,...

Fossil and Gemstone Oxidized Sterling Silver Collar Necklace

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k ...

18K Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Beaded Necklace

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W 0.3 in L 16 in

14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Multi Shape Bezel Set Necklace

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: necklace measures 30-inches long Weight: 11.01 grams

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Multi Shape Bezel Set Necklace

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L 30 in

Judith Ripka Freshwater Pearl Yellow Gold Paloma Necklace

By Judith Ripka

Located in Stamford, CT

36 Inch long Paloma Pearl Necklace by Judith Ripka. 18k yellow gold chain with 21 large well matched freshwater baroque pearls. Can be worn long or doubled. 36 inches long. 21 baro...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Judith Ripka Freshwater Pearl Yellow Gold Paloma Necklace

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L 36 in

Freshwater Pearl Necklace, Yellow Gold, Pearl Strand

By Five Star Jewelry

Located in Austin, TX

Every girl needs a strand of pearls before her jewelry collection is complete. These 18 inches of freshwater pearls are a great choice! And the well matched pearls with beautiful hin...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Pearl Necklace, Yellow Gold, Pearl Strand

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L 17 in

Cartier Trinity Round Link Multi-Color Gold Choker Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Holland, PA

18k Multi Color Gold Round Link Trinity Choker Necklace by Cartier. Details: Length: 16'' Width: 21mm Weight: 131.4 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier...

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1990s French Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Gold

Cartier Trinity Round Link Multi-Color Gold Choker Necklace

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Sterling Silver Filigree Link Collar Necklace

Located in Mount Kisco, NY

A decorative scroll pattern in individual sterling silver links create this artful collar necklace. The cut out shadow pattern adds artful dimension to this interesting silver piece....

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Early 2000s Mexican Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Filigree Link Collar Necklace

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Aquamarine, Kyanite, Freshwater Pearl & 18K Gold Necklace

By Amanda Clark for Altfield

Located in Central, HK

A hand-made long necklace of wonderful dark blue kyanite beads, round aquamarine beads, freshwater pearls, spaced by 18k gold beads, closes with an 18k gold toggle clasp. The lovely...

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2010s Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Aquamarine, Kyanite, Freshwater Pearl & 18K Gold Necklace

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D 0.5 in L 41 in

Pearl Diamond Charm Link Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

14K Yellow gold link necklace featuring pearl charms of stars, moons, hearts, horse shoe, and diamonds. Charms can be purchased individua...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl Diamond Charm Link Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold

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Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Link Chain with Natural Rock Crystal Hexagon Charm

By REBECCA LI

Located in Valencia, CA

Rebecca Li designs mindfulness. This dainty gold link chain is from her signature Crystal Link Collection. Clear Rock Crystal means Manifestation, Positivity & Luck. Chain Metal T...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Link Chain with Natural Rock Crystal Hexagon Charm

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L 17.5 in

Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 14K Gold Coral & Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace

By Krementz & Co

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have an absolutely gorgeous antique swag necklace designed by Krementz that was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the art nouveau p...

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1910s Vintage Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Coral, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 14K Gold Coral & Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace

L 20.5 in

Dubini Koban Ancient Japanese Coin Medallion Gold Diamond Necklace

By DUBINI

Located in London, GB

This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic rare gold koban coin minted circa 1860-1867 set in 18K yellow and white gold with rose cut diamonds. DE...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Dubini Koban Ancient Japanese Coin Medallion Gold Diamond Necklace

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L 21.66 in

Lithos 18K White Gold Multi Colored Sapphire Necklace

Located in Kirkwood, MO

Lithos 18K White Gold Multi Colored Sapphire Necklace. There are 48 natural Sapphires for a total sapphire weight of 20.64 carats. The ...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lithos 18K White Gold Multi Colored Sapphire Necklace

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L 18 in

Previously Available Items

Multi-Gemstone, Ancient Coin, 24 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Link Necklace

By Vicki Orr Designs

Located in Naples, FL

Multi-gemstone and ancient coin two-tone sterling silver and 24k yellow gold link necklace. Link necklace is made of 16 unique pieces including Freshwater Button Pearls, Malachite, K...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Malachite, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Turq...

Multi-Gemstone, Ancient Coin, 24 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Link Necklace

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L 19 in

Alex Soldier Pearl White Gold Textured Link Necklace Choker One of a Kind

By Alex Soldier

Located in New York, NY

Alex Soldier Moneta Necklace: made in 14 karat white gold with 4 Freshwater pearls (17 mm diameter each) and signature proprietary metalwork that creates an illusion of a diamond inl...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, ...

Alex Soldier Pearl White Gold Textured Link Necklace Choker One of a Kind

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L 39.5 in

Modern Aquamarine and Keishi Pearl Necklace

By Bijoux Num

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Aquamarine and Keishi Pearl Necklace. The necklace features 3 unique fancy-shape milky aquamarines and 12 lustrous cultured Japanese ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Beryl, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterlin...

Modern Aquamarine and Keishi Pearl Necklace

W 0.75 in L 17.5 in

Baroque Cultured Freshwater Pearl Gold Long Necklace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Baroque cultured freshwater pearl and gold long necklace. DETAILS: PEARLS: fifteen cultured freshwater pearls measuring approximately 20 mm X 13 mm overall. METAL: 14-karat yell...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Baroque Cultured Freshwater Pearl Gold Long Necklace

Egyptian Revival Multi-Gemstone and Vintage Pendant 14k Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones and vintage and antique jewelry components in an ecle...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Coral, Carnelian, Garnet, Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Citrine, Malachite, ...

Egyptian Revival Multi-Gemstone and Vintage Pendant 14k Gold Bohemian Necklace

L 18.5 in

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones, vintage and antique jewelry components and an antiqu...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Turquoise, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Jade, Opal, Tanzanite, Topaz, Chalcedon...

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Antique Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

L 20 in

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones, vintage and antique jewelry components and an ancient coin. N...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Opal, Garnet, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, White Diamo...

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

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L 19.5 in

Bijoux Num Aquamarine and Baroque Pearl Necklace

By Bijoux Num

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Aquamarine and Fresh Water Baroque Pearl Necklace. The necklace features 7 unique fancy-shape milky aquamarines and 24 high-luster 15-18mm freshwater "keishi" baroque pea...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate,...

Bijoux Num Aquamarine and Baroque Pearl Necklace

W 0.75 in L 37 in

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones, vintage and antique jewelry components and an anci...

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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Ag...

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

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L 18.5 in

Natural Tumbled Morganite and Baroque Pearl Necklace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful tumbled Morganite, Pink Beryl, and Fresh Water Baroque Pearl Necklace. Each station is hand wire wrapped with 18K Gold plated sterling silver. Bezel set Cubic Zirconia to ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Morganite, Beryl, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Tumbled Morganite and Baroque Pearl Necklace

L 38 in

Natural Tumbled Aquamarine Beryl and Baroque Pearl Necklace

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful tumbled Aquamarine, Green Beryl, and Fresh Water Baroque Pearl Necklace. Each station is hand wire wrapped with rhodium plated sterling silver. Bezel set Cubic Zirconia to...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Freshwater Pearl, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Tumbled Aquamarine Beryl and Baroque Pearl Necklace

L 36 in

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace

By Vicki Orr

Located in Naples, FL

One-of-a-kind Vicki Orr 14k yellow gold Bohemian necklace with a variety of gemstones, vintage and antique jewelry components and an ancient coin. Necklace has 17 unique pieces, featuring Fire Agate, Australian Boulder Opal, Garnet, Fire Opal, Golden Hills Kazakhstan Turquoise...

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