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Modern Necklaces

MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
Recognized Seller Listings
Diana M. Custom 10.00 cts 3 prong diamond 18k white gold tennis necklace 16.5"
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18 k white gold 3 prong diamond tennis necklace 10.00 cts round diamonds 109 stones 0.09 each Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 3.12 Carat Heart Round Diamond Pendant Platinum Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
An 18K White Gold Diamonds By The Yard Necklace, adorned with a captivating ensemble of Heart and Round Cut Diamonds, each exuding its own unique brilliance and charm. Crafted with p...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

10.66 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Pendant & Diamond Tennis Necklace In 18k Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Exquisitely crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this classic 10.66-carat diamond tennis necklace features a distinctive touch: a 1.51-carat Fancy Intense Yellow pear-shaped ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

15 Carat Green Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
A sophisticated jewelry store adorned with elegant displays, showcasing exquisite pieces. The camera focuses on a radiant necklace displayed on a velvet-lined tray. Elevate your sty...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond By The Yard 1.40 Carat Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
dazzling 1.4 carat Total Weight Round Brilliant Cut Diamond By The Yard Necklace in 14K White Gold. Weighing 13.8 grams, the chain boasts a length of 16 inches, with the option to a...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Miami, FL
This outstanding Collectable flower brooch pin was designed by Sabbadini, Italy. It is handcrafted in solid 18K yellow gold weighing approx. 69.9 grams. It features a flowerhead desi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Diana M. 14 kt white gold, 18" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 10.50
Located in New York, NY
14 kt white gold, 18" 4 prong diamond tennis necklace featuring 10.50 cts tw of diamonds Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35 years. Diana M is one-...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 18kt White Gold Graduated Riviera Tennis Necklace 24.45 cts 3-prong
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold graduated tennis necklace featuring 24.45 cts of round brilliant diamons set in a 3 prong setting. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 23.38 cts 4 Prong 18k White Gold Graduated Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold graduated tennis necklace 23.38 cts round diamonds Color FG SI clarity. Excellent cut center diamond 1 ct.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 18 kt yellow gold, 17" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace
Located in New York, NY
18 kt yellow gold, 17" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace adorned with 26.00 cts tw of round diamonds (83 stones) Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry for over 35...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M. 26.00 cts 18k White Gold Graduated Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 18k white gold graduated tennis necklace featuring 26.00 cts of round brilliant diamonds set in a 4 prong setting 89 stones 0.29 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt White Gold Long Necklace Featuring 45.00 cts of marquise, asscher, oval
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold long necklace featuring 45.00 cts of marquise, asscher, oval, and round diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Diana M. 14kt Rose Gold Graduated Reviera Tennis Necklace Featuring 10.20 cts
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14kt rose gold graduated tennis necklace 10.20 cts of round diamonds FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

A Green Tourmaline And Diamond Scroll Pendant
Located in London, GB
A green tourmaline and diamond drop pendant, the openwork scroll and foliate design plaque millegrain-set with small Swiss-cut diamonds and eight calibre-cut green garnets, with a pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Necklaces

A Scheherazade Necklace & Bracelet by Lucie Heskett-Brem
Located in London, GB
A handmade Scheherazade chain necklace & bracelet suite, by Lucie Heskett-Brem the Gold Weaver of Lucerne, consisting of interlocking links made in yellow gold, with hidden clasps, h...
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20th Century Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Diana M . Custom Platinum, Diamond Tennis Necklace Containing 36.56 ct
Located in New York, NY
Custom platinum 16.5" 3 prong diamond tennis necklace containing 36.56 cts of round diamonds 72 stones 0.50 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Topaz and Diamond Heart Pendant, 5.00 Carat
Located in London, GB
A topaz and diamond heart pendant, central heart shaped orange topaz weighing an estimated 9.00ct, with a three row border of round brilliant cut diamonds and three baguette cut diam...
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Early 2000s Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, White Gold

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful twisted rope style necklace crafted in 18 Karat yellow gold with white gold accents. This stunning necklace can be worn at full length 39 1/2 inches or separated to be wor...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Cuban Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
This 24" solid cuban link chain weighing 58.3 grams is made in 18 karats yellow gold. 4.75mm wide With matching bracelet , please check our inventor...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diana M.Custom 20.00 cts round 4 prong diamond 14k white gold tennis necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14k white gold graduated tennis necklace 20.00 cts round brilliant diamonds 93 stones 0.21 each set in a 4 prong setting FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certifed 0.91 Carat Orange Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This very rare color diamond is graded by the GIA to be untreated fancy deep brownish yellow orange. The remarkable diamond is set in a 18k gold handmade Italian setting. The incredible craftsmanship not often found on pendants this size has the pendant finely suspended from a fine delicate chain, thus ensuring it to sit perfectly This magnificent pendant is the epitome of minimalist perfection. chic, fashion ,perfection. Natural orange color diamonds referred by many as pumpkin colored diamonds are from the rarest diamonds...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Diamond Lavalier Necklace by Tiffany6 & Co, 45.64 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
Six diamond-encrusted fans are suspended from a pearl and diamond bead chain in this elegant lavalier necklace from Tiffany & Co. Round diamonds tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace 11.75cts
Located in New York, NY
14K White Gold Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace Features 11.75Cts of Diamonds. Diana M. is a leading supplier of top-quality fine jewelry fo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
"14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Necklace, Features 3.13Cts of Round Diamonds. FG color and SI calrity and Excellent cut 17" inche...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Chopard Diamond Pave Heart Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Truly beautiful Diamond Pave Heart Pendant by Chopard. Happy Diamonds collection, combining the feminine style with jewelry excellence. This heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Issac Nussbaum 18k Yellow Gold Foxtail Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Marvelous workmanship, is showcased in this handmade Italian 18 karat yellow gold foxtail style woven necklace. Weighing an impressive 75 Grams of gold with a 6 mm thickness. Finley ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 0.47 Carats Round Diamond Bezel Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This necklace speaks simplicity. Perfect for everyday wear. Solitaire pendant necklace showcasing a single 0.47 carat round diamond G color and VS in clarity, made with 18 karat rose...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Blue Sapphire, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.82 Carats Total Round Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing this gorgeous 18K white gold heart pendant with an elegant open-work design; set with round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.82 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Celebration Key of Amsterdam Pendant White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Bonebakker Key of Amsterdam pendant in 18 karat white gold with 0.35 carat diamonds. Special anniversary edition of the Key of Amsterdam, set with extra diamonds. Designed for the 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 4.43 Carats Total Micro-Pavé Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcases a rounded heart shaped pendant micro-pavé set with sparkling round diamonds. The diamonds graduate in size as it reaches the center of the heart....
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 1.15 Carat Round Diamond Encrusted Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and elegant necklace featuring an 18k white gold open circle design set with dazzling round diamonds. The diamonds graduate in size and weigh 1.15 carats total. Comes with a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Comete Pave Diamond Star and 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
18k White Gold Diamond Comete Star Pendant Necklace by Chanel. With 14 Diamonds, VVS1 Clarity, F Color. Total Diamond Weight: .30 Carats. The necklace is 16.00 inches in length. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.50 Carat Marco Bicego Pave Diamond Station Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
From the Marco Bicego design studio, this is a stunning seven strand pave Diamond station necklace in 18K yellow gold. The necklace contains seven Diamond stations of 18K white gold...
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1990s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold, .12 Carat Diamond and Enamel Baby Shoe Charm
Located in New York, NY
"The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" Crafted in Italy, This 18 karat yellow gold bootie shoe charm is designed with light blue enamel and pink/purple flowers. The shoe is further enha...
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Early 2000s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Round Cut Diamond Dragonfly Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
This is a 36-inch Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti® Color by the Yard® Sparkle necklace crafted from sterling silver, featuring a total weight of 1.3 carats of round brilliant-cut pink sap...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

Angel Skin Carved Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Angel skin coral and carved coral bead yellow gold necklace circa 1960. The facts you want to know are listed below. Read on. It is all remarkably...
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1960s Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Classic Cross Black Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
White Gold 14K Cross (Same Model with Black Diamond and Blue Sapphire Available) Diamond 68-RND-0,2-G/VS1A Blue Sapphire 16-0,37 ct Weight 1,23 grams I...
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2010s Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. Custom 5.00 cts Round Diamond 14k White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Custom 14 k white gold, 17" diamond tennis necklace 5.00 cts round diamonds 124 stones in a buttercup setting 0.04 each FG color SI clarity. Excellent cut.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Verdura Citrine Diamond Pearl Byzantine Long Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
"Byzantine" long necklace, featuring a single-strand comprised of polished citrine beads accented by gold beads, silver and diamond pierced beads, and cultured pearls. 18k yellow go...
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2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

David Yurman Renaissance Blue Topaz Silver Cross Cable Pendant Necklace 18
Located in Rome, IT
David Yurman Renaissance Blue Topaz Silver Cross Cable Pendant Necklace 18". The measurements of the cross pendant are: 45mm (1.8") (2.1" with Bail) x 32mm x 5.5 mm (LxWxD), 35.1 gr...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Silver

David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Multi Cable Chain Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Multi Cable Chain Necklace with Four 2.5 mm Round Box Chain 16". The round box chains are ~2.5mm each, 16" long, weighs 80.1 grams & is stamped "©D.Y. ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Faux Pearl and Faux Turquoise With Gold Beads Necklace Circa 1990s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Faux Pearl and Faux Turquoise With Gold Beads Necklace Circa 1990s. This is a piece that looks very elegant. Don't get me wrong when I say that...It can also be worn with je...
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1990s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Gold Tone Long Link Chain with Dangling Opening Fob Circa 1980's
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Long Link Chain with Dangling Opening Fob Circa 1980's. This great piece has an opening fob that has a silver squirrel inside that dangles inside the bob which is ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

Blickman Lattice Gold and Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Darnestown, MD
This elegant choker necklace was made by New York bespoke jeweler, Jerry Blickman. The firm has been in business since 1946 and is known for the exceptional quality of their designs ...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Zircon By the Yard Silver Tone Necklace Circa 2004
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Zircon By the Yard Silver Tone Necklace Circa 2004. This magnificent piece looks just like diamond by the yard except is zircon by the yard. It is shiny and long and magnif...
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Early 2000s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Zircon, Vermeil

Classic Diamond White 14k Gold Pendant for Her
Located in Montreux, CH
White Gold 14K Cross Diamond 12-RND-0,39-G/VS1A Weight 1,06 grams It is our honor to create fine jewelry, and it’s for that reason that we choose to only work with high-quality, ...
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2010s Swiss Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Necklace, 36.77 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
This stunning lariat-style necklace exudes romantic elegance, sparkling with an astounding 36.77 carats of white diamonds. The delicate curve of the necklace is studded with a beauti...
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20th Century Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Monet Lattice Collar Necklace Circa 1980s
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Monet Lattice Collar Necklace Circa 1980s. This gold necklace looks great with anything. Has a great look on a t-shirt or a white blouse or dressed up. Monet made the jewelry...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Diana M. 2.75cts Diamond Fashion Necklacein 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 2.75 cts tw of white round diamonds, 9 stones 18" adjutable to 16"
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Round Cut Diamond Teardrop Pendant / Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Rome, IT
Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Cross Pendant / Necklace
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2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

82.46 Carat Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace with Link Chain
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A stunning, bright blue 82.46 carat cushion shaped Blue Topaz pendant, bezel set in 18K yellow gold. The natural gemstone is absolutely transparent with no inclusions, and a beautifu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

44.03 Carat Pear Shape Amethyst Pendant Necklace with Link Chain
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A stunning, vivid purple 44.03 carat triangular pear shaped Purple Amethyst pendant, bezel set in 18K yellow gold. The natural gemstone is absolutely transparent with no inclusions, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 85 Carat Oval Diamond Tennis Riviera Platinum Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the Riviera Diamond Necklace – a masterpiece of unparalleled artistry and elegance. Handcrafted in luxurious platinum, this necklace boasts a dazzling array of 65 GIA Cer...
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2010s Unknown Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 1.01cts Diamond Fashion Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt yellow gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 1.01 cts tw of white round diamonds, 11 stones 18" adjustable to 16"
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
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20th Century English Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diana M. 2.70cts Diamond Fashion Necklace in 14kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
14kt white gold diamonds by the yard necklace features 2.70 cts tw of white round diamonds, 9 stones 18" adjutable to 16
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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