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Rope Necklaces For Sale
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Allegra Leather and 22k Gold Necklace in Blue, by Tagilij
Located in New York, NY
Wear our beautiful Allegra Leather necklaces with any of our specially made pendants from our Allegra Collection, for a casual yet sophisticated look. Our leather necklaces are uniqu...
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2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

The Allegra Leather and 22k Gold Necklace in White, by Tagili
Located in New York, NY
Wear our beautiful Allegra Leather necklaces with any of our specially made pendants from our Allegra Collection, for a casual yet sophisticated look. Our leather necklaces are uniqu...
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2010s American Artisan Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

EMANUEL UNGARO Vintage Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
EMANUEL UNGARO vintage multicolored shoelaces necklace featuring an orange resin centrepiece with flowers and a tassel. Embossed EMANUEL UNGARO...
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20th Century Italian Rope Necklaces

Diamond Necklace Choker 18K Gold
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Necklace Choker 18K Gold 15" Long This gorgeous estate necklace / choker is crafted in solid 18K Yellow Gold with white gold accents (...
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1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Gripiox Pendent Choker on Leather Chord with Tear Drop Pearl
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Extremely rare Chanel rope necklace from their Spring 2008 collection. The most beautiful and intricate large beaded flower charm with a dangling pearl draws in the eye and is offset by a black chord...
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Early 2000s French Rope Necklaces

David Yurman Sterling Silver Infinity Station Chain Necklace w Pearl Accents
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In a generous 44 inch length, this versatile David Yurman Infinity Chain Necklace will quickly become a wardrobe staple. The DY 2.7 mm sterling silver small box chain hosts a myriad ...
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2010s American Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, Sterling Silver

Tahitian Pearl & 18K Gold Lariat Necklace on Suede, by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A very versatile and sexy suede lariat necklace with a cluster of Tahitian pearls and 18K gold. Five tahitian pearls of various shapes and sizes, and beautifully hand tooled and gra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Classic Pear-Cut Morganite Accented with White Diamond 14k Rose Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Necklace. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Necklace. The 14K Rose Gold jewelry boa...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rope Necklaces

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White Diamond, Morganite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Robert Lee Morris Soft Gold Plated Brass Scarf Necklace/Belt, 1993
Located in New York, NY
A dramatic soft and flexible-as-fabric belt and necklace, this piece is one of a kind and is created by linking small four holed "tiles" or "sections" with jump rings in a kind of wo...
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1990s American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass

Victorian 128.03 Ct T.W Pink Sapphire, Black Spinel & Diamond Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lilac skies shine all day and night around with this fabulous Victorian station necklace crafted with oval-shaped beaded motifs of pink sapphire and black spinel alternating on a wir...
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2010s Victorian Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Black Spinel, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Woven Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Riding Chain exhibits elegant simplicity in a classic woven chain for daily wear. Made in Los Angeles from recycled 14 karat white gold. This chain is beautifully woven, creati...
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2010s North American Artisan Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Long Rope Chain Textured Knot Slide Dual Tassel Lariat Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a gorgeous necklace with a sliding pendant that was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. The necklace features a long and fancy 5.7mm rope link chain with tassels t...
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1960s Vintage Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Diamond and Gold Floral Puff Heart Opera Necklace
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Superb and opulent puff heart pendant made out of flowers ! Shiny 18 kt gold and white diamond make a chic contrast. Beautiful make . The hoop open thanks t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Rope Necklaces

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

Tiana Marie Combes White Gold Woven Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Riding Chain exhibits elegant simplicity in a classic woven chain for daily wear. Made in Los Angeles from recycled 14 karat white gold. This chain is beautifully woven, creati...
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2010s North American Artisan Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, White Gold

Couture 1930s ChanelRousseletStyle GlassGold FauxCarnelianPearl Torsade Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Beginning in the 1920s, Coco Chanel collaborated with Parisian Louis Rousselet for a wide variety of handcrafted beaded jewelry to compliment her couture-clothing designs. This Art-D...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Rope Necklaces

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Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Pave Diamond Round Disc Macrame Necklace with Black Onyx Made in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning Pave Diamond Round Disc Macrame Necklace, featuring a luxurious combination of shimmering diamonds and bold black onyx, all s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Classic Round-Cut White Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique Necklace. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace Necklace. The 14K Yellow Gold jewelry boasts with Natural Round-cut white Di...
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rope Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Marco Bicego Cairo Yellow Gold Necklace CG707B
Located in Wilmington, DE
Collection: Cairo Material: Yellow Gold Colour: Gold Main stone: Diamond Carat/fineness: kt. 18/mill. 750 Chain length (cm): 42.0
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2010s Rope Necklaces

Solid 10K Rose Gold Slim and Dainty Unisex Rope Chain Necklace, Chain
Located in New York, NY
A simple and dainty 10K rose gold rope chain measuring 20 inches in length fastens securely with a standard spring ring clasp. This chain can repl...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Rose Gold, 10k Gold

UnoAErre 14k Gold Twisted Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 14k gold twisted necklace by UnoAErre. A whimsical rope weaving creates a great 3D effect. The necklace looks massive but is actually lightweight and airy. The gold has high-polished finish that works great with the the flowing character of the necklace. Italian made, this necklace is meticulously crafted to create a modern piece by the traditional Italian quality standards. About estate jewelry Buying jewelry online might be challenging. The quality of the making has not got better over the time while the design is getting more and more generic. Add ever rising prices and you could end up with not finding anything suitable. To purchase a high-quality jewelry piece for an obtainable price consider buying estate items. • Quality vs Quantity Estate pieces mostly belong to the era when jewels were handmade and not mass produced. There were simply less jewelry makers at that time and they cared about their reputation. Opposed to the current fast fashion approach, life pace was in general slower. That allowed makers to take more time to craft a truly quality piece. • Fair price vs Overpriced Designer pieces aka signed pieces can cost multiple times more than their unsigned equivalents. We pay not only for an item itself but also for the brand advertising campaigns and all the buzz the name is creating. Prices for estate jewelry form differently and mostly depend on the cost paid by a seller. A pre-owned Bulgari ring and a brand-new Bulgari piece have a very appealing price difference. Ask your local jewelry store about a retail price of the desired piece and you’d be pleasantly surprised. • True value vs Seasonal rush Pre-owned jewelry retains its value. Over the time it gets rare and more expensive. Think purchasing a new car that loses its value right after you left your dealer versus buying a vintage vehicle.
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1990s Rope Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 8.00 Carat Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, Italy
An exquisite Gold Diamond necklace set with 8.00 carats of Sparkling old mine cut Diamonds graded H/I Color VS1 clarity. Exclusively hand crafted by great Italian masters craftsman f...
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Late 20th Century Italian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Rope Tassel Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT black rope tassel necklace featuring five chunky black marbled resin pebbles. Embossed YVES SAINT LAURENT Rive Gauche. Made in France. Indicative measurements : ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Rope Necklaces

Round Brilliant Cut Diamond by The Yard Solitaire Adjustable Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
0.90 ct 18K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond By The Yard Solitaire Adjustable Necklace / Pendant EGL-USA.
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2010s Italian Modern Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain Lariat Style Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Fashionable and bright, this bold fourteen 14 karat yellow gold necklace is the perfect accessory to dress up a starched collared blouse, fine gauge sweater or classic dress. Generously styled gold rope at a thickness of approximately 6.5 mm is presented with a fixed gold wrap knot...
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1980s American Vintage Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold 12.57 Carat Total Weight Round Brilliant Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: New Composition: 14K White Gold Primary Stone: One Hundred Eighty Nine Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Total Carat Weight: Approximately 12.57 Carats Color/Clarity: G-H / SI1-2...
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2010s Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.9 Carat Round Diamond Floral Necklace 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold (clasp is 14k white gold) Diamond Details: Approx. 1.9ctw of round cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Measurements: Necklace measures 16" in length. Fastening: Lobster Clasp Item Weight: 4.8g (3.1dwt) Additional Details: Item comes with a Diamonds by...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Byzantine Diamond Necklace 21 Grams Turkey
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold necklace featuring aa Byzantine motif weighing 21 grams. Made in Turkey
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Early 2000s Turkish Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 4 Gm Figaro Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 4 Gm 3 mm Figaro Chain Necklace, 18" Long 3 MM wide 18 Inches long Necklace Weight of the Necklace is 4 Grams Please look at all the pictures Its v...
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Early 2000s Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 3.77 Carats Total Diamonds and Mother of Pearl Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable long necklace showcasing diamond encrusted and mother of pearl in an evil eye design. Diamonds weigh 3.77 carats total. Made with 18K Whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GSI Certified 20ct 4.3mm Natural Diamond 14K Gold Wedding Round Tennis Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 29.11 grams of 14-karat White Gold, contains 58 Stones of Round Diamonds with a total of 19.86-Carats in H-I Color and I1-I2 Clarity. CONTEMPORARY AND TIMELESS ESSENCE: ...
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2010s American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

"Sticks & Stones" Rope-Length Necklace with Rough Black Diamonds & Stick Pearls
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Names will never hurt you and neither will this necklace. Fifty-five carats of rough black diamonds are interspersed with freshwater pearls to cre...
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2010s American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Diamond, Yellow ...

Syna Yellow Gold Turquoise Lariat Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Turquoise 14 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. 24 inch, adjustable lariat Limited edition Exquisitely crafted from 18-karat yellow gold, thi...
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2010s American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Larged Carved Jadeite Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This lush and verdant pendant has been skillfully and recently carved with auspicious symbology. The large (63.37mm x 34.16mm x 10.78mm) oval carving displays a range of luscious gre...
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2010s Chinese Artisan Rope Necklaces

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Jade

Golden Necklace with a Special Closing Mechanism
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Jewel: Necklace; Weight: 117.8 grams; Length: 110 cm (adjustable closure); Hallmark: 18 kt gold 750; Condition: As good as new; The quality has been taken from the certificate belong...
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20th Century Rope Necklaces

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 28.5 Gm, Twisted Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 28.5 Gm, Twisted Chain Necklace 17" 7.5 MM wide 17 " Inches long Necklace Stamped 14 K Weight of the Necklace is 28.5 Grams Very unique and interest...
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2010s Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 18K Natural Color 69 Tahitian 15x12 mm Baroque 39" Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K Tahitian South Sea Strand Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Weight (g): 266 69 Cultured South Sea Tahitian Pearl Pearl Size: 12X1...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Baroque Rope Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Opium Pendant Necklace
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage OPIUM medallion pendant necklace. Purple passementerie rope and tassel. Marked YSL Made in France. Indicative measurements : length worn (including the t...
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20th Century French Rope Necklaces

Pearl Necklace David Yurman 18Kt Yellow Gold South Sea Pearls
Located in Jupiter, FL
Rare vintage David Yurman necklace made in 18KT yellow gold chain with south sea pearls. GRAM WEIGHT: 45.69gr GOLD: 18KT yellow gold PE...
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Early 19th Century Classical Roman Antique Rope Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket WITH Natural Emerald , NO CHAIN
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Locket and Natural Emerald Heart Locket is 12 inch wide and 1.3 Inch long CHAIN IS NOT AVAILABLE Natural Brazilian Emerald , Pear shape , approx...
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1960s Vintage Rope Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Timeless Vintage Chanel Logo Rope Design Necklace 1980s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An iconic vintage Chanel rope logo necklace boasting the iconic interlocking Cs upon a coiled rope medallion. Set within a chunky chain this piece will undoubtedly turn heads owing t...
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1980s Vintage Rope Necklaces

Syna Yellow Gold Lariat Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 1.90 carats approx. 24 inch, adjustable lariat Limited edition Exquisitely hand-crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this limited-edition Mogu...
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2010s American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Marrakech Woven Satin Gold Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
The mastery of artisanal techniques shine in the hand hammered and hand twisted strands of eighteen karat 18K yellow gold that create this contemporary multi strand collar necklace b...
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2010s Italian Rope Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 15x11 mm 37 inches Double Strands South Sea Pearl 18K Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold With Diamond Clasp Weight (g): 214 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 15X11mm Pearl Shape: Round Body co...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cluster Chevron Necklace 14K Yellow Gold V Choker Pear Cluster .35 carat
Located in Austin, TX
The 14 karat yellow gold chevron diamond necklace looks perfect on any neck. The rope chain is soldered to a V-shape design of gold accented a...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Benny & Valerie Aldrich Inlaid Multi-Gemstone and Sterling Silver Bolo Tie
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Unique Inlaid Multi-Gemstone and Sterling Silver Bolo Tie by Benny & Valerie Aldrich. An exquisitely inlaid bolo made of many different stones including turquoise, spiny oyster, fire opal, sugilite, and varasite all set sterling silver. It has an adjustable turquoise braided-leather cord strap with sterling silver ferrules surrounded by cabochons of turquoise, fire opal, varacite, and sugilite with the sterling tips set with turquoise, sugilite, and fire opal. Inscribed on clasp "Aldrich Arts...
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Late 20th Century American Rope Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Fire Opal, Other, Sterling Silver

Hakimoto 17x13 mm South Sea 34" Double Strand 18K Diamond clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 18K South Sea Strand Necklace 18K White Gold With Diamond Clasp Weight (g): 228 Cultured South Sea Pearl Pearl Size: 17X13mm Pearl Shape: Round Body col...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Lavender Jadeite Necklace with Diamond Rondelles in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Charleston, SC
Overall Description: 6.5-7 mm Lavender Jade Round Beads •Total bead count of 104 Diamond Eternity Rondelle Spacers •5.5 mm •0.16 Carat •18 Karat White Gold O...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Hakimoto 36.5" Natural Fancy Color 13.8x11 mm South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 11x13.8mm 36.5" Fancy color South Sea Pearl Necklace 71 rare color Fancy pastel South Sea Pearls from Tahiti and Fiji Island
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pendant Necklace with Emeralds, Diamonds, Opal and Pearl, Worn Long or Short
Located in Nantucket, MA
This is a very versatile pendant necklace on a hand-woven sterling silver chain. It can be worn long or doubled to be worn shorter. One side of the chain has a footing that will un...
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rope Chain Choker
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold 2mm Rope Chain Choker Necklace Measuring 13 Inches Long With Tube Clasp & Figure 8 Safety. Finished Weight Is 4.7 Grams.
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1990s Rope Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cranberry Garnet Rope Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents & Clasp, 54 Inches
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This extra-long strand of cranberry color garnet beads can be worn in many different ways! Wear it as a triple strand for work, a double strand for an af...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Rope Necklaces

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Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Polki Diamond & Pearl Necklace with Black Onyx Made in Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
14kt:13.05g, Diamond:14.36ct, Silver:34.968g, Pearl:108.55ct,, Size: 432MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Nouveau Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

24" Gold Chain "Damita" Necklace With Tassel Pendant By Monet, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - 24" heavy chain with clasp closure - 4" pendant drop - Gold plated - Fold over clasp closure - By Monet (signed on clasp) - Circa 1960s - Estate acquired - E...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces

Rope Necklace with Black Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:4.508g, Diamond:29.95ct, Thread:0.12g Size: 914 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rope Necklace with Black Diamonds Made in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:4.162g, Diamond:36.22ct, Thread:0.13g Size: 914 MM"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Rope Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Graduated Twisted Rope Link Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Graduated Twisted Rope Link Gold Chain Necklace composed of 18k yellow. With a twisted rope style link that is wider at the front and thinner ...
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Rope Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto 15x12 mm 33.5" Natural Fancy Color South Sea Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean 12x15mm 33.5" Fancy color South Sea Pearl Necklace 61 rare color Fancy pastel South Sea Pearls from Tahiti a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Rope Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Certified Vintage Carved Jade Laughing Buddha Large Pendant / Necklace / Hanging
Located in New York, NY
Certified Vintage 1950s Carved Jade Laughing Buddha Large Pendant Jade Necklace/ Hanging / Decor It is supposed to be very lucky for the household people It is certified and certificate is attached VINTAGE PRE-OWNED ESTATE PIECE from 1950.s Highly pierced Jade Necklace weight 177.5 Grams Jade Measurements 3 .5 inches by 2.2 inch Certificate is in Japanese YOU WILL RECEIVE THIS BEAUTIFUL NECKLACE IN A PRETTY BOX...
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1950s Vintage Rope Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Diamond, Pearl and Antique Rope Necklaces

Diamond, pearl and other antique rope necklaces continue to be worn around the world and across cultures, thanks to their many styles and versatility.

While the term rope necklace may conjure up images of a classic gold link chain with a pattern like a rope, it can refer to any long necklace that drapes over the chest. This can include a string of pearls, a fabric rope with a pendant or a metal necklace made of interlocking links.

Rope necklaces are among the most ancient pieces of jewelry. Even before the Bronze Age, when twisted metal necklaces took hold, rope necklaces were fashioned out of natural materials. One found in Israel, dating back 120,000 years, had seashells painted with ocher on a flax string. Even after all these years, necklaces of any kind remain an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit.

Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging — everything from equestrian-inspired pieces to statement brooches have come into vogue in recent years — the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The artisans at Van Cleef & Arpels, the celebrated French jewelry house that has earned the adoration of modern royals, found lots of inspiration in King Tut, whose burial chamber informed the look of Art Deco necklaces and other adornments of the era. David Webb also looked to history for the design of his necklaces, mining the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.

Casual beads or a simple pendant can complete a relaxed ensemble, while multiple or heavy jeweled strands can give an outfit instant pizzazz. An antique or vintage rope necklace is the ultimate everyday accessory. Find yours today on 1stDibs.

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