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Period: 20th Century
French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Sagittarius Medal Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
A vintage medal, it represents the astrological sign Sagittarius with its symbol and the dates “24-VIII”, “25-IX” corresponding ...
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French Retro Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Fine Knitted Mesh Tasseled Self Tie Scarf Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite 18 karat yellow gold mesh necklace is sure to become one of your new favorites. This versatile piece is unique, femin...
Category
Unknown Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Cultured Pearl Strand with Pearl Dome Cluster Yellow Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic mid century cultured pearl necklace featuring a strand of 7.3 mm pearls (approximate some variation). The strand is knotted between each pearl. The clasp is a cluster of pe...
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20th Century More Necklaces
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Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960 Sale Price
20% Off
Collector Quality Micro Pearl Miriam Haskell Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent, large Miriam Haskell necklace of signature faux pearl micro beaded flower heads set on bases of water lilies and lily pads in Hask...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pearl Yellow Gold Mesh Necklace With Earrings
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18k Yellow Gold Pearl Mesh Necklace and matching earrings by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. With 55Pearls from 5mm to 4.5mm. Comes in the original Tifanny & co Box.
Length of neckl...
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American Contemporary Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Adler Genèva 18kt Tennis & Necklace 53ct Emerald Cut Diamonds Estate Sultan Oman
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Adler Genèva 18 Kt. gold Tennis Bracelet & Matching Necklace set with 53 Ct Emerald Cut Diamonds from Estate Sultan Of Oman Qaboos Bin Said .
Qaboos bin...
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Swiss Artisan 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Jakob Bengel necklace in chrome and bakelite, c. 1920
By Jakob Bengel
Located in Berlin, DE
Jakob Bengel necklace in chrome and bakelite, c. 1920
Necklace of the famous jewellery manufacturer Jakob Bengel from Idar-Oberstein, chrome elements w...
Category
German Art Deco Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
$557 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Bronze necklace Karku by Kalevala Koru Finland 1960s
Located in Stokholm, SE
Beautiful vintage Viking inspired bronze necklace called Runaway Necklace - by designer Kalevala Koru for Karkun Palviala, Finland 1960s. Natural patina ...
Category
Finnish Modern Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Bronze
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Platinum Yellow Gold Graduated Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified A grade natural untreated, well polished Jadeite Jade graduated necklace. circa 1900 with platinum top and 14k gold catch. 16 inches.
62 mottled green jadeite jade, ...
Category
20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ciner Bronze & Black Enameled Necklace New, Never Worn 1980s
By Ciner
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Ciner Necklace Enameled with bronze reddish and black. Choker size which Measures - .57 inches wide and 14.5in long. We have many New, Never worn Ciner pieces on our storefr...
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American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Cartier Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Triple Strand Cultured Pearl Necklace with Platinum and Diamond Clasp. Composed of three strands of pearls ap. 10.0 to 9.3 mm., completed by a c...
Category
French Artist 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Heart Pendant in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful sapphire and diamond heart pendant set in 18k yellow and white gold.
The pendant depicts a heart motif, centrally set w...
Category
Retro Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond and Lapis Lazuli Alhambra Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage, limited edition rareVan Cleef & Arpels Vintage "Alhambra" diamond and lapis lazuli 20 clover motif necklace . ( with Van Cleef & Arpels Certificate of Authenticity)
This nec...
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French Artist 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 18k Gold
Harry Winston Jacques Timey Burmese Sapphire Diamond Necklace, 1980s
Located in New York, NY
The Harry Winston Jacques Timey Vintage Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace, crafted in the 20th century, showcases an Art Deco-inspired design in platinum, adorned with a plethora of diam...
Category
American Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Modernist Midcentury Silver Neckring by Marianne Berg, Norway, 1960s
Located in Stockholm, SE
Beautiful silver neckring by Marianne Berg, with a large kinetic pendant in a folkloristic design. Looks great with a plunging neckline or with a open shirt.
Category
Norwegian Modernist Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Silver
20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Augis Love Squarred Medal Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold.
This slightly domed square Love medal is engraved with the message “+ qu'hier et - que demain” on a round amati gold background. A diamond is set in ...
Category
French Retro 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Outstanding Jade Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Jade Beads Necklace composed of 32 Jade Beads approximately 9.3mm inter-spaced with 18k Gold Beads, approximately 9.7-9.9mm, suspending a circular Jade disc, necklace completed by a Jade Mystery clasp...
Category
Modernist Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR GROSSE Vintage green cluster crystal necklace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHRISTIAN DIOR GROSSE Vintage green cluster crystal necklace
Reference: TGAS/E00218
Brand: Christian Dior
Collection: Chr Dior Germany
Material: Metal...
Category
Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
$384 Sale Price
20% Off
Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Bead Necklace
This necklace is set with translucent round green beads including a pear shape diamond clasp.
With GI...
Category
Unknown Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Jade
Lalaounis 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Sapphires and Rubies Lion Heads Necklace
Located in Paris, FR
Lalaounis 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Sapphires and Rubies Lion Heads Necklace
Tubular semi-rigid Necklace holding a Lion's Head chiseled at each End with Ruby Eyes, the Front of the Nec...
Category
Greek 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
12 Carat Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1940's Diamond necklace set with round, baguette and triangular cut diamonds weighing approximately 12 carats. It is further set with a natural colo...
Category
Unknown Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Gilded "Enchantress" Rhinestone Swirl Necklace By Sarah Coventry, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item
- Measures 17" total length, can be adjusted down using hook clasp
- Gold plated
- Crystal rhinestones
- From the "Enchantress" Collection
- By Sarah Coventry (ma...
Category
American Modern Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
$158 Sale Price
20% Off
Diamond and Multi Strand Emerald Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Multi Strand Emerald Bead Necklace
18K Yellow Gold.
Five strands of emerald beads weighing approximately 258 carats, connected to pave diamond yellow gold centerpieces ...
Category
Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Picchiotti 18 Karat White Gold, 10.87 Carat Diamond and Black Onyx Necklace
By Picchiotti
Located in New York, NY
Designed by the renowned luxury jeweler Giuseppe Picchiotti ,this diamond and onyx necklace are clear examples of his iconic style. Free formed flat links of 18 karat white gold are ...
Category
Italian Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Tondo Taurus Zodiac Sign Gold and Steel Pendant Cord Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and stainless steel Tondo Taurus pendant by Bvlgari, on a brown leather and 18k gold cord necklace. Necklace is 15"is 32mm in diameter . Ma...
Category
Italian 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gold, Steel
Diamond and Gold Teardrop Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.93 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold 'teardrop' pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections.
This fine and impressive ...
Category
Unknown 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Important Emerald and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Wailea, HI
Indulge in timeless elegance with our exquisite Important Emerald and Diamond Necklace crafted in luxurious 18k Yellow Gold. This stunning piece features a majestic Pear Shape Emeral...
Category
Unknown Modern 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Magnificent Emerald & Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent Emerald & Diamond Necklace
Emerald necklace with 23 pear shaped emeralds approximately 9.60 cts.
538 round diamonds approximately 28.45 cts
18k yellow gold
Measuremen...
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Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
French 20th Century Fine Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Basket Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Antique jewelry from the early 20th century, it represents a small wicker basket entirely made of br...
Category
French Belle Époque 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Colombian Emerald and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Important Certified Colombian Emerald And Diamond Necklace
Removable emerald drops.
AGL Laboratory Certified Colombian Emerald W...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
37 Ct Oval Shape Natural Emerald & 22 Carat Diamond Necklace & Earring Suite
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 37 Ct Oval Shape Natural Emerald and Approximately 22 Carats Diamond Necklace and Earring Bridal Suite, Estate
This spectacul...
Category
20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
Silver Plated Four Strand Rhinestone Statement Collar Necklace circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
Fabulous silver plated four strand rhinestone collar necklace. The necklace has a cluster of five large rhinestones to one side, and the other side features a wonderful tremblant de...
Category
Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Gold Coral Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k gold necklace with coral gems. Necklace is 17" long and 7mm wide. Marked 750. Weight 19 grams.
Category
20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Gold
$1,800
Maison Gripoix Poured Glass Flower Necklace with Pave Stations
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and rare Maison Gripoix necklace with poured glass enamel flowers in amythest and ruby Gripoix glass, with hand prong set swarovski crystal links. 1950's France. 16.5" x 1...
Category
French Romantic Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Vassort Vintage Colombian Emerald Diamond Bib Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Many different types of necklaces have withstood the test of time, remaining popular throughout history and still prevalent today. The bib necklace is one form seen in Ancient Egyptian paintings...
Category
French 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Diamond Rivière Necklace
Set in two tone yellow & white gold. Approximately 17.50 carats total of old European cut diamonds. Quality...
Category
Antique 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Juliana DeLizza & Elster Silver Tone Black Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earrings
Located in London, GB
Fabulous Juliana Delizza & Elster silver tone necklace, bracelet and earrings parure. The parure is designed with black diamonds (which are actually da...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Organic Coral Branch Necklace with 14K Gold Lobster Clasp
Located in Venice, CA
Large organic pieces of salmon-colored bamboo coral are the focal point of this bold necklace. Purchased from an estate as a parcel of bamboo coral, Kirsten’s Corner had the pieces k...
Category
Unknown Modern Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Grosse Amythest and Agate Modernist Necklace
By Grosse
Located in New York, NY
Grosse Amythest and Agate Modernist Necklace with a chain of gilded filigree caps. The central motif is sculptural, set with tumbled agates and amythests. Grosse produced high quality jewelry...
Category
German Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Amethyst, Gilt Metal
Double Strand Akoya Pearl Necklace, Germany
Located in Southbury, CT
A double strand of huge, luxurious warm-toned cultured Akoya pearls -what a treasure!
The most classic, timeless necklace there is: a double strand of large and fine cultured Akoya pearls in golden cream with a soft pink overtone. Akoya cultured pearls 8mm in diameter and larger are uncommon, which is why 8mm represents the dividing line between ordinary Akoya pearls and "luxury-sized" Akoya pearls.
This vintage necklace features 87 pearls in two strands and the pearls measure between approximately 8.35mm to 8.93mm. The length of the inner strand is 15" while the outer strand is about an inch longer. So it wears like a 15 ½ necklace, sitting right over the hollow of your neck. The 9K yellow gold clasp is marked for J. Köhle, a German jewelry manufacturer in business since 1872. This is a weighty necklace, tipping the scales at just over 80 grams. That's a lot of weight for a 15 ½ inch necklace...
Category
German Modern 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold
$1,992 Sale Price
24% Off
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sabi and Polished Gold Necklace
By Henry Dunay
Located in Chicago, IL
Henry Dunay 18K yellow gold Sabi and polished gold necklace, width 11/16 inches.
Last retail $46500
Category
American Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$23,600 Sale Price
20% Off
18K Gold Necklace with Garnets
By Poiray
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold necklace with 79 tapered baguette cut garnets, pavé set, signed and numbered: Poiray, 23978, France, circa 1985.
Additional information:
Period: Modern
Weight: 99.2...
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French Modern 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal and jade pendant necklace. GIA certified natural, no indications of impregnation jadeite jade open circle, in a 14k yellow gold setting, accented with 3 round cabochon opals. 14k yellow gold 16 inch chain...
Category
20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Bamboo 20cts Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Dazzling vintage Cartier Bamboo necklace showcasing approximately 20 carats of fine-white brilliant round diamonds impeccably set in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold. The necklace rests effortlessly and comfortably on the collar, allowing for full display of its exceptional radiance. It consists of 22 segments, each encrusted with scintillating diamonds of finest Cartier quality. Each segment is masterfully designed as a finely textured bamboo stalk that exhibits exquisite sculptural quality. The diamonds are set with remarkable precision within delicately crafted piped-gold veins that faithfully mimic bamboo surface. The gently curving necklace has a clean rounded silhouette giving it a modern but timeless sensibility. A shimmering texture and 3-dimensional quality infuse the piece with luxurious boldness. A masterpiece of ingenious and detailed design from celebrated Cartier that is classically elegant and casually chic all at once.
- Timelessly elegant Bamboo design from iconic Cartier, bursting with diamond sparkle and vintage glamour
- Versatile piece that can be dressy or casual
- Necklace features approximately 20 carats of fine white round diamonds (approximately F-G color, VVS-VS clarity) set in 18 karat yellow gold
- Necklace internal circumference measures approximately 16.5 inches (42cm) as it fits comfortably around the collar, and it closes with a hidden, secure latch
- Signed Cartier, numbered, and with French hallmarks
- Vintage full-diamond necklace, dating to 1980s, is rare and collectible, and in excellent condition
- Available with separately listed earrings from the same collection
- Accompanied by a Cartier envelope...
Category
French Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Estee Lauder Van Cleef & Arpels Important Retro Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Retro Ruby, Diamond Necklace.
An 18k yellow gold and platinum necklace, set with oval and cabochon rubies and diamonds, signed Van Cleef & Arpels.
Dimensions appro...
Category
French Retro Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Important Lalaounis Greece Chimera Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold lariat necklace by Ilias Lalaounis, featuring two Chimera heads, decorated with rubies, sapphires and diamonds. Necklac...
Category
Greek 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Art Deco Jet and Marcasite Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco French jet, hematite,and marcasite sautoir set in silver gilt filigree, with original twisted silk cord.
L. pendant 2.50", Length Cord 29". France 1920's.
Excellent cond...
Category
French Art Deco 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Hematite, Marcasite, Gilt Metal, Silver Plate, Cut Steel
Miriam Haskell Imperial Egg Necklace Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell naturalistic lapis bakelite Russian Imperial egg inspired necklace. Signature Haskell russian gilt, faux pearls and fine woven gilt...
Category
American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Chanel 18K Yellow Gold Multicolor Gemstone and Diamond Collar Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Stunning multicolor gemstone necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold by Chanel. Fits like a collar around your neck making a glamorous stateme...
Category
French Modern 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold
$46,200 Sale Price
20% Off
GIA Certified 30.00 Carat Emerald Diamond by the Yard Style Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Spectacular 1970's Emerald and diamond by the yard necklace. 18k yellow gold 42.5 inch long chain, long enough to go once or twice arou...
Category
20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
French Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
22k yellow gold geometric beads, suspended on a cord with French 18k gold clasp. Necklace is 17" long, beads are approx. 13mm wide/in diameter. Beads tested 22k gold, clasp is marked with Eagle French...
Category
French 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gold
$6,000
Vintage Red Art Glass Bead Multi Strand Necklace, Red, Black, Iridescent Accents
Located in Milford, DE
Stylish vintage necklace with three strands of red art-glass beads with an elegant silver-tone hook clasp.
Length: 16.5 to 18.5 inches with extension chain.
Category
Retro 20th Century More Necklaces
$134 Sale Price
20% Off
Cellini France 90´s 18k Yellow Gold, diamonds, emerald and panthere necklace
By Cellini
Located in Bilbao, ES
Cellini France
18k yellow gold necklace designed with a pair of shiny gold panther heads set with emerald eyes. Their eyes are set with square emeralds and in their mouths holds a...
Category
French Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$22,608 Sale Price
20% Off
20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Augis Book Medal Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold.
This Augis love medal features a matte gold book adorned with Rosemonde Rostand's famous message “+ qu'hier - que dem...
Category
French Retro 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Diamond, Burma Ruby Necklace Suite
Located in New York, NY
18k white gold BURMA Ruby and diamond necklace, bracelet, ear clips.
ruby approx. - 70 cts.
diamond approx. - 55 cts.
Circa - 1980s
with 3-AGL certificates
necklace 16 1/2" long
ear...
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American Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
AGL Certified Burmese Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful necklace embellished with Burmese heated rubies and diamonds, set in 18K white gold.
33 oval rubies weighing 34.81 carats total.
Accompan...
Category
Italian Contemporary 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Impressive Lace Deco Design Diamond Emerald Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This captivating estate necklace is masterfully handcrafted in solid 18K white gold, weighing approximately 304.0 grams. The entire openwork lace pattern surface is embellished with ...
Category
Retro Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Miriam Haskell Pave Rose Montee Flower Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Extraordinary Miriam Haskell Pave Rose Montee Flower Necklace composed of gilt flower heads with hundreds of hand sewn rose montees crystals. In the center, the petals are double lay...
Category
American Art Deco Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Gold Necklace With Turquoise and Diamond and Enamel
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow and white gold floral necklace set with oval and round cabochon cut turquoises and dark blue translucent enamel leaves alternated an element with two brilliant cut...
Category
Italian Vintage 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Harry Winston 3-Row Bezel Set Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This understated yet grand Harry Winston Diamond 3-Row Riviere Necklace, made in the late XX century, is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features 282 round brilliant bezel-set diamonds with an estimated total weight of 68 carats of E-F color and VVS clarity. The Harry Winston name is synonymous with the most exceptional diamonds of unparalleled quality, presented in designs that best demonstrate their natural beauty.
This riviere necklace impeccably demonstrates the meticulous gradation of one type of stone, but with a fabulous and masterful twist. Instead of a single strand of diamonds, with all stones of the same color and cut that graduate smoothly in size from top to bottom, this sleek ultra-modern version demonstrates graduation across three strands—and from the inside out. The innermost strand is dotted with 92 of the smallest diamonds—a consistent size all the way around—which progressively and nearly imperceptibly get larger to the middle strand of 92 diamonds and culminate with the largest 92 diamonds in the outermost. Each diamond is lined up perfectly, not staggered. The inside diameter of the necklace is 16 inches, and the outside is 18 inches, and with the graduation, lays perfectly flat. Imagine how the precision of this necklace must translate to wearing it. How it must fit your contours perfectly, responding subtly to your every move.
With a minimalist piece such as this composed of just two elements—perfectly round brilliant-cut diamonds and perfectly round gold bezels—the smallest variation becomes the big story. When we view the necklace from the reverse side, we can confirm our suspicion of such masterful workmanship. The graduation in the gold bezel settings from the innermost curve outwards is clear. The clasp is nearly imperceptible with the river of jewels flowing over it, save for one bezel-set diamond in the middle strand at a higher elevation. In these settings, the back is open, allowing the stones to reflect the light in all their dazzling glory.
Rivière is French for river—in this case, a river of gems, because the stones are thought to flow around the neck. A rivière is usually quite short, about 14 inches or 35 cm. These necklaces first became popular in the 1700s and have been redesigned and updated over the years. Historically, the gemstones were set in separate collets—also known as bezels like this example—and later in prong or claw mountings. Collets were likewise popularly employed in opulent diamond articulated bracelets...
Category
American 20th Century More Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
