1940s Necklaces

This extraordinary natural untreated Emerald multi-strand necklace is 1940/50 circa, Italian origin. Comprising a selection of six strand of multifaceted beads of Emerald gorgeous Gr...

Boucheron Paris 1940s Art Deco sterling, gold & ruby jeweled compact - necklace The exquisite Boucheron compact is designed with a beautiful gold pie...

Art Deco sterling marcasite crystal pools of light delicate chain necklace c 1940s The elegant understated choker style necklace is embellished with three small crystal orbs encased...

Rendered in the most eye-catching shade of lapis blue enamel, set against copper bases, this original 1940's chain link necklace, decorated with leaf charms is the perfect statement ...

This wonderful 1940's turquoise celluloid necklace, made up of a celluloid chain base adorned with celluloid acorn and maple leaf charms is the perfect statement piece to to your jew...

Large Beautiful Charm Vintage circa 1940's Size: 1.5' inch wide and 1.5' tall. Five Large natural Amethyst oval shape(20x 13 mm each) Four pearls on top (8mm each) Hand Made with man...

This magnificent convertible cultured Akoya pearl necklace is a rare and regal example of mid-20th century high jewelry. This is a once-in-a-generation piece: museum-worthy, deeply collectible, and functionally royal in construction. It is quite simply an unparalleled treasure of vintage pearl craftsmanship. Composed of 64.5 inches of luminous, exceptionally large Akoya pearls—ranging from 9.3mm to 9.7mm—this necklace is not only stunning in scale but unmatched in versatility, construction, and quality. The necklace is ingeniously crafted in seven interchangeable segments, each tipped with a white gold clasp set with twelve .02 carat transitional cut diamonds—for a total of 84 hand-cut transitional diamonds weighing approximately 1.68 carats. The seven sections can be connected in various combinations to create multiple wearable lengths, from a single opera strand to a double choker and everything in between, including bracelets. This adaptable design echoes the bespoke nature of European royal jewelry, which often incorporated convertible elements to transition seamlessly from courtly daywear to formal gala adornment. Segment Breakdown: 1 strand of 16.5" 1 strand of 18" 2 strands of 7.5" 3 connector strands of 2.5" Total weight: 183 grams To encounter cultured Akoya pearls of this size and quality is nothing short of extraordinary. Akoya pearls—cultured from the Pinctada fucata oyster—are traditionally admired for their delicate size and mirror-like luster. Pearls measuring above 9mm are exceptionally rare, particularly in strands where all pearls are so uniform in shape, color, and size. This necklace is a masterclass in pearl matching: each gem is nearly perfectly round with a soft, creamy natural tone and a nearly blemish-free surface—indicators of the finest grading possible at the time. Even more extraordinary, these pearls display orient, the elusive spectral shimmer that appears to move just beneath the surface of the nacre. Orient is most often associated with natural pearls, as it occurs when nacre is extremely thick and finely layered. Its presence here suggests not only the age and integrity of the pearls, but also a degree of natural beauty that rivals the finest natural pearls in museum collections. Each of the seven connectors is finished with a refined 18k white gold cap, channel-set with twelve transitional cut diamonds—a cut dating from the 1930s–1940s that bridged the evolution from Old European to modern brilliant cuts. These diamonds were likely hand-cut, and their deeper proportions and open culets lend them a fiery, vintage charm that beautifully complements the soft sheen of the pearls. Though unsigned, the workmanship is of the highest order. Each component feels robust and flawlessly executed, the connections glide with elegant precision, and the pearl stringing remains perfectly taut. This level of detail and ingenuity would not be out of place in the ateliers of Cartier, Garrard & Co., or Buccellati. While no maker’s mark has been located, the pedigree of the piece is unmistakable. Convertible pearl...

Distinguished by the tightly coiled style of Georgian-period-inspired cannetille gold wire that decorates the four pieces of this parure, French costume-jewelry designer Lina Baretti...

Art Deco double strand pearl necklace with a gold, diamond and pearl clasp. Individually knotted pearls measuring 7.5 mm each. With a 14k ...

This adorable diamond encrusted platinum squirrel has approximately 85 single cut diamonds that vary in size from 1 mm to 2 mm. Upon first glance, the pendant appears to have an abst...

This late Art Deco era (circa 1939) double strand of cultured Akoya pearls represents the finest, most luxurious pearls of their day. Today, we are accustomed to perfectly spherical ...

Among the most in-demand designs by Trifari artistic director Alfred Philippe were his flora and "jelly belly" fauna jewelry from the 1940s. Both iconic styles can be mixed as the go...

Superb Joseff of Hollywood large cross pendant and necklace, with the Joseff Russian gold plated antique finish. The cross is attached to the chain with an ornate link set with a cle...

This 1940's cultured Akoya pearl necklace showcases 73 luminous and absolutely gorgeous Japanese cultured Akoya pearls. Freshly strung o...

A gorgeous faux tortoise shell Bakelite disc necklace. Attached to an 18" chain are 22 1.50" oval discs in beautiful shades of brown. It closes with a spring ring clasp. Length ...

Long gold tone necklace with ridged detail links, and featuring fine filigree metal work set with faux coral stones. Length 123cm / 48.42 inches, and the faux coral stones are 7.5mm ...

Ornate, exuberant goldsmithing showcases about 1.20 carats of 42 glittering antique rose-cut diamonds and approximately .85 carats of Old European cut stones in this magnificent, bar...

This frisky cat hangs from your neck with his emerald eyes gleaming. Its belly is waiting to be scratched. Those eyes glow in the dark as cats eyes do. If he were your pet cat it wou...

Wonderful Trifari gold washed sterling silver retro demiparure circa 1940. Can be worn as bracelet and necklace or as an extra long necklace. Superb quality 1940s USA. Excellent condition. necklace 15 inches...

An exceptional and rare collectors' strand of 40 uniform "Trade Amber" beads from West Africa. This piece is a remarkable testament to the historical trans-Saharan trade routes, where early 20th-century phenolic resins—highly coveted polymers known in the trade as Faturan—were exchanged as high-status ornaments. Unlike common graduated strands, this necklace features 40 beads of consistent, substantial size. The material displays a sophisticated "swirl" effect, with internal smoke-like clouds that masterfully emulate antique butterscotch amber...

This impressive piece is a Tibetan Graduated Momo Coral Necklace, a classic example of "Himalayan Gold." In Tibetan culture, red coral is highly pr...

A pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold , flower shaped with filigree ornaments around natural Rosy Red Ruby 11 mm x 9 mm x 5.25 mm deep / ca.4ct. Stone is semitransparent with structure...

1945 Mexican Dos Y Medio Peso Coin Pendant. One side of the coin features the national coat of arms of Mexico (eagle with serpent/snake in its mouth) and rea...

Creator: Cartier Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 34.64 grams Period: 1948 This Cartier Paris "Bud & Leaves" pendant necklace is an exceptional historical piece designed by the legen...

Elevate your look with this elegant lariat Ncklace, crafted in luminous 15 karat gold. Featuring a refined rope- style chain and a fluid tassel drop, this piece strikes the perfect b...

A gorgeous gold chain choker with green circles. The gold interwoven rope chain has a center front gradated chain bib with 1" green glass circles on each end. Fabulous. It has a bac...

Pair of amazing Modernist Sterling Bracelets, Necklace option when both are combined. Hand wrought by a talented silversmith in extremely heavy gauge sterling silver. Wonderful desi...

Louis Rousselet unusual choker style necklace and pendant earclips made of hand blown nacre glass beads and unusual tooth pearl pendants on both the necklace and earrings. The neckl...

A vintage French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold necklace with attached pendant designed as a quatrefoil flower with four petals, centred with an Old European cut diamond weighing approxi...

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oval medal with an matt recess depicting a centaur representing the zodiac star sign of Sagittarius. Stamped with the...

A vintage 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a ridged frame surrounding a scorpion representing the zodiac starsign of Scorpio. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold and 74...

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a rectangular medal with an engraved recess depicting a goat-fish hybrid representing the zodiac star sign of Capricorn....

Lovely Retro Gold Filled 2 Toned Locket-Brooch from the 1940's. Can be worn as a brooch or detached as a locket. 2 tones of pink and yellow gold are used for the retro flower bouquet...

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a halo and a wavy frame. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture a...

An impressive and sculptural double strand natural jadeite jade necklace of exceptional scale and elegant tonal harmony, composed from two vintage jade bead strands and centred with ...

A Stunning Venetian Gold Foiled Glass Bead Necklace. This necklace will be noticed, it has Huge Venetian Glass beads, all hand knotted. Large beads make u...

Miriam Haskell's elaborate signature Russian gilt multi chain necklace with intricate crystal pave work mounted on gilt filigrees. Focal pendant with double pear shaped pendant drops...

Designed as a highly rendered lighter Accented by textured base With functional spring hinged fork Completed by jump ring bale Stamped for 14 karat gold Signed for Berton Circa: 1940...

61 beautiful, gently graduated, multi-chromatic opal beads imbued with lightening flashes, alternate with small rock crystal rondels to create this enchanting necklace. The beads are...

Vintage Art Deco Opal Necklace / pin Hand crafted From the 1940's Brilliant opal colors was originally a brooch pin that was later converted to ...

Unusual and striking French Art Deco Bronze Pendant converted from an antique furniture mount. An Art Deco mermaid is beautifully modeled around a star in this bronze pendant. A matc...

14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver center piece set with brilliant and single cut diamonds. 3.30ct – G/H – VS/SI – 42 cm long Detailed description the length of the ne...

Long sautoir necklace with white pearls. This is a beautiful and elegant long sautoir necklace, carefully crafted with twisted wires of platinum and embellished with a great assortm...

Vintage Garnet gemstone Pendant. Brilliant Sparkling Color Made from 10k yellow gold weight with the chain is approx 8.7grams Chain is 14k and 27' inch long Size of pendant is appro...

Spectacular Retro necklace dating 1940 circa – Italian origin Consisting in a graduated selection of natural Moonstones set in 18 KT gold rub mount and linked each other, hand crafted in the finest manner Necklace gross weight is 92,4 grams Moonstones prizing glowing adularescence and special sheen proper of these magic gemstones...

Charming Trifari Jade Pansy Suite from the 1940's set in rose gold plate with molded glass pansies and tiny pastes. Matching bracelet with flexible link p...

A vintage 9 karat (9K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a ringing hand bell. Stamped 375 to the jump ring for 9 karat gold. Dimensions: 1.3 x 1.25 x 1.25 cm (not including jump...

Here we have a magnificent vintage bead strand necklace that features 55 genuine nephrite jade beads that are neatly strung and elegantly accented w...

Sterling Retro 2 Toned Knot Necklace. Intertwined links of ribbed green gold vermeil are mixed with shiny pink gold vermeil. Elegant and classic link nec...

Description: Vintage Modernist "S" Shape pendant necklace, on a double rope chain, the intertwining "S" design , brushed and polished goldtone textures are a Mid-Century statement pi...

An Art Deco 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a suitcase with a white gold label to the front engraved with the initials EB, opening to reveal a red ruby love hear...

A highly coveted and extremely rare vintage Double Tubogas necklace set with diamonds and sapphires in a star setting along two double solid gold bars. The tubogas chains are attach...

A rare and breath-taking vintage Eisenberg carved plaque necklace from the 1940s. Featuring a splendid five lustrous strands of graduated glass pearl...

Retro Gold and Enamel Religious Medal of Jesus and Mary (#2077dbs) An intricate religious medal in enamel and 10 kt Gold shows Mary holding baby Jesus painted on one side and Jesus o...

A Vintage 1940s Emerald Poured Glass Grape Necklace A rare and radiant beauty, this Vintage 1940s Grape Necklace is a celebration of craftsman...

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...

Miriam Haskell Pearl, Rose Montee and Pate de Verre Bead Necklace. Multiple strands are strung with periwinkle glass beads, rhinestone rose montee spacers, gilt tube beads and faux p...

Miriam Haskell Rose Montee and Graduated Pearl Necklace. Lovely signature Miriam Haskell graduated faux pearls with crystal rose montees hand sewn between each pearl. Great creamy co...

Experience the refined craftsmanship of this Tiffany & Co. necklace, a distinguished creation from the United States in 1940. Fashioned in 14k yellow and rose gold, the necklace...

1940's Diamond necklace set with round, baguette and triangular cut diamonds weighing approximately 12 carats. It is further set with a natural colo...