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Certified Vintage Lapis Lazuli Multi Strand Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
measuring approximately 1 mm Beads Necklace is 18 inches long 14 Karat gold Clasp is 17.34 gm Very
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White South Sea Pearls Long Strand Necklace 14 Karat Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
one white 14K White gold ball Clasp Estate piece pearls of significant size (ranging from 10-14 mm
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heavy Yellow gold Lobster
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lobster
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold heavy yellow gold lobster
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Peacock Pearl Strand Necklace with 14 Karat Gold Rose Detailed Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
gold. This intricate clasp not only ensures a secure fit but also adds a touch of romantic charm and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Double Strand Diamond Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Double Strand Diamond Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp This marvelous vintage
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Elegant 22 Inch Praziolite Graduated necklace with goldy accents Great Gift
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Clasp: The necklace is secured with a sturdy and stylish 14K gold vermeil hook and eye clasp, adding a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Certified Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Diamond Necklace 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
ringlets and 14 Karat White Gold Clasp This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Diamond Necklace 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
ringlets and 14 Karat White Gold Clasp This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Certified Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Diamond Necklace 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Clasp in 14 Karat White Gold This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of luscious
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Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

AJD Elegant White Pearl and Blue Lapis Lazuli 20 Inch Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
20-Inch Lapis Lazuli and White Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Vermeil Clasp This stunning 20-inch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Cultured Freshwater Pearl 18" Strand Necklace with Bow Clasp in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, crafted in luxurious 14 karat yellow gold, adding a touch of whimsy and vintage-inspired elegance to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace with Diamond Clasp 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Gold This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of luscious huge Beads (measuring
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace with Diamond Clasp 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Gold This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of luscious huge Beads (measuring
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace with Diamond Clasp 14 Kt White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Gold This marvelous vintage Lapis Lazuli necklace features 1 row of luscious huge Beads (measuring
Category

Early 2000s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, White Gold

AJD 25 Inch Graduated Rich Green Emerald Matrix Rondelle necklace. Great Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Accents: Delicate 3.5mm faceted emerald accents are thoughtfully placed throughout the necklace, adding a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Cultured Akoya Pearl 24" Necklace with 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
transforms this classic piece into a true work of art. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, the clasp is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduating White South Sea Pearls 9-12mm Strand Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Gold Clasp
Located in New York, NY
from 9 to 12mm in size. The pearls are beautifully complemented by a white 14K yellow gold ball clasp
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD 21 Inch Green Beryl/Emerald Graduated Faceted Necklace Perfect Gift!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
21-Inch Green Beryl/Emerald Necklace with Blue Lapis Lazuli Accents and Gold Vermeil Clasp Add a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Green Beryl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

AJD Glowing Kunzite and Aventurine Necklace for Summer Fun
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
color. This one-of-a-kind, 17-inch necklace is beautifully accented with 22K gold over copper daisy
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Kunzite, Other, Aventurine, Gold Plate

Celeste 47" Akoya Pearl Green Jade Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This stunning double-strand necklace gracefully pairs cream-colored Akoya pearls with the vivid
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD 23 Inch Exotic African Natural Ruby Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
23-Inch Graduated Natural Ruby Cube Necklace with 14K Gold Vermeil Clasp This exquisite 23-inch
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

1980 s Cluster Diamond Pearl Gold Clasp Three Strand Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Cluster Diamond & Pearl combined on a three-strand superb elegance necklace. 3 strands of 9 mm
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Tahitian South Sea Pearl Peacock Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite necklace features 35 shimmering Tahitian South Sea pearls, carefully arranged in a
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2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Michael Kneebone Multicolored Freshwater Pearl Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
free. The pearls are in shades and tones of cream, pink and taupe. Small gold spacers add a casual
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Vermeil

Diamond Akoya Pearl 14 Karat 2-Strand Necklace Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Double Strand 8 mm Japanese Akoya Pearl Diamond Necklace  14k Gold Certified $9,750
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD 22 Inch Elegant Jade and Spiderweb Jasper Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
details and finished with a luxurious 14K gold vermeil hook and eye clasp, this necklace exudes timeless
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Other, Jasper, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

London Blue Quartz and Diamond Pendant Paradizia Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
individually wire wrapped stones and the small white gold bead accents create a breezy stylish look. Item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Green Tsavorite Garnet Paradizia Necklace with Pave Diamond Ball Centerpiece
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold wire and embellished with a 12.5mm pave diamond ball. Item # N3748 For a stylish
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite

Michael Kneebone White Baroque Pearl Black Spinel Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
spaced with small faceted black spinel and gold rondelle beads to add additional pizzazz. The necklace
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Spinel, Black Spinel, 14k Gold, Vermeil

AJD 20 Inch Golden Quartz and Lapis Lazuli Necklace Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
. This exquisite necklace is secured with a 14K yellow gold vermeil hook-and-eye clasp, adding a touch of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Certified Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace 14 Kt Yellow Hook Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Lapis Lazuli Single Strand Necklace With 14 Karat Yellow Gold heavy yellow gold Hook clasp
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Akoya Pearl Necklace with 2-Tone Interlocking Spiral
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
 spiral, surrounded on either side by a 6mm heavy wall gold bead. The necklace is made with 7.5mm - 8mm
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

Classic Long 26 3/4" Diamond Convertible 7mm Akoya Cultured Pearl 14KWG Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 14K White Gold Vintage NECKLACE The pearl has long been referred to as the "Queen of Gems" and
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1990s Modern Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

51 Round White Fresh Water Pearls Strand Necklace Set in Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
51 Round White Fresh Water Pearls Strand Necklace Set in silver Clasp, 18" 8-9 mm Pearls
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2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Three-Strand Cultured Akoya Pearl Necklace with Sapphire Clasp, Circa 1930s–40s
Located in Northampton, MA
14k white gold spacers, adding refinement and structural integrity. At the clasp, fine 14k white gold
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Vintage 1930s Japanese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

18 Inch Graduated Cultured Pearl Necklace, Champagne, 14kt Link Clasp, 9.3mm
Located in San Diego, CA
18-inch graduated cultured champagne pearl necklace with an extended 14kt yellow gold link chain
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Japanese Akoya Pearl with Snake Diamond Slider and Clasp Opera Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
diameter and were extracted from Akoya shells. The hand made 14 Karat gold clasps carries round diamonds
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1990s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

17" Baroque Grey Pearl Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
luster and surface texture, giving the piece a distinctive character. The necklace is finished with a 14K
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Freshwater Pearl Necklace with swirl clasp
Located in Palm Desert, CA
with a 14K yellow gold clasp, adding a touch of luxury while ensuring lasting durability. With a total
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl

18 Inch Cultured White Pearl Strand, 6.5mm Pearls, 14kt Yellow Gold Clasp, Knot
Located in San Diego, CA
magnificence for generations. Adding to the strand's allure is its clasp, made from exquisite 14kt yellow gold
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2010s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW Certified AA+ Quality Japanese Akoya Salt Water White Pearl Necklace
Located in Warren, NJ
Indulge in elegance with this exquisite brand new necklace from LaFrancee. Crafted from 14K solid
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

10k Yellow Gold Herringbone Chain
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Elevate your style with this stunning 14K Yellow Gold Herringbone Chain — a bold expression of
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Graduated Golden South Sea Pearls
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
, these pearls are elegantly strung into an 18.5-inch necklace. A 14k yellow gold ball clasp ensures a
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Graduated Golden South Sea Pearls
Graduated Golden South Sea Pearls
$8,925 Sale Price
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Vintage Gump s 14k Yellow Gold Multi Color Jade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Gump's necklace features a vibrant strand of multi color jade beads in shades of green
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20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Hematite 14k gold plated beaded bracelet
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
: - 16 mm total length - 8 mm smooth round hematite 14k gold plated beads - pairs perfectly with
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Hematite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Hematite 14k Gold Plated Ebony Gold Evil Eye Beaded Bracelet
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
: - 16 mm total length - 8 mm smooth round hematite 14k gold plated beads - 925 sterling silver, 14k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Hematite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Gold Turquoise Bead 36” Station Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This extra long 14k gold necklace has stations of nine round turquoise beads. The chain consists of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1000 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Five Strand Necklace + 4.5 Ct Diamond 14 K Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
Smooth 1000 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Five Strand Necklace With Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold All
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2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

575 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Four Strand Necklace + 6.5 Ct Diamond 14 K Y Gold
Located in New York, NY
575 Ct Natural Tanzanite Bead Four Strand Necklace With 6.5 carats of Diamond in 14 Karat Yellow
Category

2010s Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Colombian Emerald Bead Necklace - 14K Gold Statement Jewelry Design
Located in Jupiter, FL
meticulous detail, the emeralds are held together by a combination of 14k yellow gold and silver gold plating
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2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold Pearl Diamond Clasp Beaded Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This vintage 14k white gold necklace features a stunning combination of pearls and diamond. The
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Long Black Opal Bead and 14k Gold Link Necklace – 32 Inch Layered Necklace
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Make a bold statement with this striking 32" black opal and 14k gold link necklace—an exquisite
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Opal, 14k Gold

Dalmatian Jasper Beaded Necklace
By nlanlaVictory
Located in London, GB
Jasper beads. Metal: Solid 14k yellow gold clasp. Length: 18 inches. Ideal for everyday wear or special
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Jasper, 14k Gold

Multi Strand Pearl Twist Bracelet with Decorative 14K Yellow Gold Bow Tie Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
5/8 x 1/2 inch ornamental bow tie clasp made of 14 karat yellow gold which both adds distinct beauty
Category

Early 2000s Japanese Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pearl, Emerald Beads, Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
exquisite necklace set is a PEARL, EMERALD BEADS, DIAMOND, AND 14K GOLD. Designed with intricate
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2010s Indian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Natural Pearl, Emerald Beads, Diamond Polki Necklace set in 14k Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
exquisite necklace set is a PEARL, EMERALD BEADS, DIAMOND, AND 14K GOLD. Designed with intricate
Category

2010s Indian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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14k Gold Add A Bead Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 14k gold add a bead necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 76 vintage or 108 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a 14k gold add a bead necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 14k gold add a bead necklace over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Michael Kneebone and Paradizia are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at a 14k gold add a bead necklace featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A bead version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding a 14k gold add a bead necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 42 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 14k Gold Add A Bead Necklace?

On average, a 14k gold add a bead necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,405, while they’re typically $69 on the low end and $64,923 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, 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 celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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