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Faceted Amethyst Roundelle White Freshwater Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
A regal fusion of amethyst and white pearl enlivens this necklace. Rondelles of amethyst release
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2010s American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Tahitian Pearl Multicolor Long Beaded necklace 18k Clasp, Lynn Kathyrn Miller
By Lynn K Designs
Located in Oakland, CA
An array of multicolored gems harmonize to make up this playful, kaleidoscopic beaded necklace
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Chalcedony, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone...

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Etruscan Style 4.40 Carat Amethyst Cultured Pearl Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
pearl necklace is one of the components of a set including earrings and amethyst ring on the same
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Vintage 1960s French Etruscan Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Color Semi-Precious Bead Long Lariat Necklace with Pearl Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. Without tassel, necklace measures 38 inches long. The tassel is made of small seed pearls with blue topaz
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gol...

Black pearl , aquamarine, amethist and gold necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant " Baroque" styled black pearl (each aprox. 8-9mm) necklace 21inches long ,spaced between
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2010s American Baroque Revival Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

Pretty Is As Pretty Does - Prasiolite and Pearl Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
magnificent necklace sitting daintily around her neck. Precious and plump 16mm prasiolite (green amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate

Mignon - Pink Amethyst and Aquamarine Necklace with Lepidolite P
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Prim & proper golf ball shaped pink amethyst beads are hand-linked with stunning blue aquamarines
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Amethyst, Gold Plate

Marina J. One of a Kind Woven Pearl Necklace and Multi Semi Precious Centerpiece
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous necklace by Marina J. This unique piece is made using white cultured Seed Pearls woven
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Pearl, Peridot, Rhodium, ...

Antique silver necklace with amethysts, Scandinavia, early 20th century.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique necklace made of silver (approx. 0.800 fineness), decorated with 9 oval amethysts with a
Category

Early 20th Century Swedish Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Silver

Marina J Black Pearl and Multi-Color Semi Precious beads with 14 K Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and beads. Marina J. hand selected the citrine, amethyst, green amethyst, aquamarine, garnet, and blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Black Pearl, Topa...

Clarissa Bronfman Pearl Tigers Eye Diamond Garnet Amethyst Rosary Cross
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
water pearl and diamond star tumbler beads Pendant consists of: - Vintage from before 2000 - Pendant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger s Eye, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver

Grey Pearl and Multi-Color Stone Necklace and Tassel with 14 Karat White Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
off with a round faceted amethyst bead, in between 14k white gold beads. A baroque grey half pearl is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Iolite, Labradorite, Pearl, Peridot, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold...

Marina J. Multi Stone Baroque Pearl Necklace with Solid Gold Adjustable Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
all Baroque Pearls displaying beautiful iridescent, Citrine, light Amethyst and aqua Chalcedony, all
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor semi-precious stone bead long necklace with tassel and white gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst, Citrine, Aquamarine, Peridot, Calcedony, Rose Quartz, and Fluorite beads are combined to
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, 14k...

Black Pearl Sautoir with Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Aquamarine 14 Karat Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Baroque black pearls are paired with Citrine, Amethyst, Aquamarine, and Blue Topaz faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Black Pearl, Topaz, 14k Gold, Wh...

Marina J. Pearl Multi-Gemstone Gold Long Lariat Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large pearls are paired with Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Aquamarine, Garnet, and Fluorite beads
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Topaz, Tou...

Multi-gemstone Long Lariat Necklace with Semi-precious Bead Tassel White Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi color semi-precious stones citrine, pink quartz, black pearls, amethyst, peridot, florite
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot...

Marina J. Multi Jewel Pearl Sautoir with Drop Tassel and 14K Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and multi jewel Sautoir is made of mutli toned purple Amethyst, Green Amethyst, Citrine, Aquamarine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yel...

Baroque Pearl Sautoir with Multicolor Stones
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Baroque shaped pearls are paired with Citrine, Amethyst and Green Garnet beads to create a
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold

Multi-Color Stone and White Pearl Sautior with 14 Karat White Gold and Diamonds
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
amethyst beads finished off by seed pearls. Highlighting the glistening stones of the tassel are 14k white
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k ...

Baroque Pearl Sautoir with Multicolor Stones
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large Baroque shaped pearls are paired with Citrine, Amethyst and Aquamarine beads to create a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Marina J Pearl Multi-color Semiprecious Gems Sautoir 14k Yellow Gold clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, London Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine, Kyanite, Garnet and amazing Baroque Pearls create this gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Topaz...

Marina J Pearl Multi-color Semiprecious Gems Sautoir 14k Yellow Gold clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, London Blue Topaz, Amethyst, Citrine, Kyanite, Garnet and amazing Baroque Pearls create this gorgeous
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Blue Topaz...

Purple Reigns Necklace - Back Bay Collection
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Regal purple faceted amethyst nugget briolettes hold court over the richly dyed cultured pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate

Multi-Gemstone Long Lariat Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
followed by a 10 mm Amethyst bead. The highlight of the tassel is the large Baroque pearl (approx 18 mm x
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2010s American Artist Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold,...

Marina J. Semi Precious Gem Sautoir with Green Amethyst Tassel 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Semi Precious Stones all strung together with gorgeous high luster Baroque Pearls. Large Green Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gol...

Marina J Semi Precious Gem Sautoir with Green Amethyst Tassel 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Semi Precious Stones all strung together with gorgeous high luster Baroque Pearls. Large Green Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gol...

Marina J. Large Citrine, Pearl Semi Precious Stone Sautoir in 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold - Amethyst encrusted Roundel, from which Graduated strands of Seed Pearls, 14k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Semi Precious Stone Sautoir with Baroque Pearls in 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Yellow Gold - Amethyst encrusted Roundel, from which Graduated strands of Seed Pearls, 14k Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Necklace in Molten Glass and Gilt Metal
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Chanel sautoir in pearl beads, amber (the round pearls) and amethyst molten glass mounted on
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Early 2000s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Opal Topaz Diamond Peridot Garnet Cross Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
consists of: - Red Garnet, Amethyst , Citrine ,Pearl, Peridot - 925 sterling silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, Gold-filled, Sterl...

Double-Strand Emerald Necklace with Antique Gold Catch
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, catch is circa 1880s, 14k. This lovely emerald necklace features lushly colored beads
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Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Short Multi Stone Adjustable Necklace with Solid 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chalcedony, Citrine, Amethyst and Baroque Black Pearls, all adorned by solid 14k Yellow Gold findings. The
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor sautoir with aquamarine tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Large pearls are paired with Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Aquamarine, Green Garnet and Fluorite beads
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold

Tiffany Co. Freshwater Pearl and Amethyst Bead Necklace in 18K Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Towson, MD
brown freshwater pearls and amethyst beads. The necklace measures approximately sixteen (16) inches
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 18k Amethyst and Rock Quartz Crystal Rondelle Bead Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely beaded amethyst necklace from the Art Deco (ca1930s) era! This gorgeous piece is comprised
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Amethyst, Baroque Pearl Solid 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Amethyst and Pearl Necklace from Marina J. This piece is made with all Baroque Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcrafted Pearl Necklace with Amethyst Pendant, Diamonds and Colored Sapphires
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Vintage beaded necklace realized with baroque pearls set with a big pendant realized in 14k rose
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Amethyst Pearl 18 Karat Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cable chain necklace features an elongated drop Surmount is a 7.0 mm round cut amethyst with a
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Pearl and 3.32 Carat Moonstone Peridot and Amethyst Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional antique pearl and 3.32 carat amethyst, peridot and moonstone, 9 karat yellow gold
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Early 20th Century Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Moonstone, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, Pearls, Amethysts, Topaz, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic necklace mounted with intertwined beads of coral and, as clasp, a structure in 9 kt rose
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Etruscan Revival 3.50 Carat Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a pear cut amethyst weighing approximately 3.50 carats, transparent medium royal purple
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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Purple Jumbo Square Pearls Faceted Amethyst Triple Strand Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
sparkling amethyst beads juxtaposed with the iridescent organic pearls is a gorgeous combination that would
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Erté Beauty of the Beast Diamond Amethyst Topaz Onyx Mother-of-pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a 35.0 x 50.0 mm oval onyx tablet with a mother-of-pearl cameo depicting a deco-style
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...

Erté Beauty of the Beast Diamond Amethyst Topaz Onyx Mother-of-pearl Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a 35.0 x 50.0 mm oval onyx tablet with a mother-of-pearl cameo depicting a deco-style
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...

Seaman Schepps 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Baroque Bead Necklace
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Seaman Schepps "Baroque" bead necklace, featuring polished and faceted semi-precious gemstones
Category

2010s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Cultured Pearl, ...

Marina J. Pearl, Solid 14k Gold Amethyst Woven Choker + Gold Adjustable Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst Brooch that has been reworked into a stunning Centerpiece (Stamped 925 on the back). Small Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

A large baroque pearl and glass bead three grape drop necklace, M Haskell, 1980s
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
the three pendants of the necklace. With very soft dark blue glass beads, that often changes to a soft
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Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

LB Large Baroque Pearls Stunning rope necklace with multi color crystals offered
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a luscious rope necklace of large white and blush freshwater Baroque
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Early 2000s Chinese Artisan Rope Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver

Margot McKinney Pearl Gemstone Necklace Cookie Collection
Located in Dallas, TX
! The necklace features seven baroque South Sea cultured pearls which measure approximately 20.00 mm x
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k G...

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Large Amethyst Pearl Four Leaf Clover Pendant Charm
Located in Addison, TX
Center Stone Type: Pearl Center Stone Shape: Half Drilled Bead Center Stone Dimensions: 5.50 mm Side
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Late 20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl Enamel 18K Gold Antique Foliate Heart Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pearl beads With an additional baroque pearl drop measuring 4.5 x 5.5 mm White body color with strong
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chanel 2007 Cruise Collection Semi Precious Gemstone Bead Tassel Necklace
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
A lovely and easy to wear Chanel bead necklace from the 2007 cruise collection. The necklace is
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold Plate

Classic Chanel Gilt Pearl and Glass Medallion Sautoir 1980s
By Chanel
Located in Palm Springs, CA
chain holding ornate oval medallions with amethyst color poured glass "gripoix" cabochons, and pearl
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Vintage 1980s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant Tanzanite Quartz Necklace 37"
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
INCLUDED IN LISTING ARE DISPLAYED IN MAIN PHOTO**** Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Plate,...

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Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate amethyst beads and pearl necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 47 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect amethyst beads and pearl necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a amethyst beads and pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marina J., Gemjunky/M D Designs and Jane Magon Collections are consistently popular. A amethyst beads and pearl necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 49 Amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and briolette cut alternatives. Finding a amethyst beads and pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace?

On average, a amethyst beads and pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,250, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $10,832 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design

There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.

Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”

Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.

Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine 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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