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Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pearl, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby Enamel Bird Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
, statement size, is shield-shaped, and centred around a 3-Dimensional bird. The bird is set to the centre of
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Henry Blank Co. Belle Époque Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14 Karat Gold Locket
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a bezel set old European cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.10 carat - eye clean and bright
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mikimoto 2000 s Diamond Black South Sea Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
By Mikimoto
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as bezel set diamond surmounts suspending South Sea pearl drops Diamonds are round
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, White Gold

Gem-Set Frog Pendant, 10K Gold, Green Frog Charm, Gold Frog Charm, Small Frog
Located in McLeansville, NC
with round cut green cubic zirconias on the body, bezel set red cubic zirconias for eyes and diamond
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Multi-Gem Platinum Vintage Artist Palette Acrostic Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bezel set round cut gemstones spelling out "D-E-A-R-E-S-T" Diamond, emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Caged Dice Gold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
carats of superb bezel-set diamonds (G color, VS clarity) in a heart-shaped 18k gold cage. Effortlessly
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Renaissance Revival Multi-Gem Enamel 14K Harpy Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carats Bezel set and backed by foil displaying a luminous reflective effect With round and oval cut
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Emerald, Ruby and Sapphire Bar Style Pendant in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
improves mental strength. Designed with round cut emerald, sapphire and emerald with diamonds set around
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Austria 1870 Vienna Carved Agate Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold with Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
probably Ceres. Both gemstones are set in bezels. Ceres In ancient Roman religion, Ceres was a goddess
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Antique 1870s Austrian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Fire Agate, Gold, Y...

Temple St Clair Moon Face Pendant and Chain
By Temple St. Clair
Located in New York, NY
like bezel set diamonds. Of course, this chain can be worn on its own, or with alternate pendants
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2010s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Archangel Michael Enamel Icon Medallion Pendant 1853
Located in Chicago, IL
a flaming torch is set in a silver pendant bezel embellished with sparkling paste (faceted glass
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Antique Mid-19th Century Russian Victorian Drop Necklaces

Art Nouveau Antique Jeweled Gold and Enamel Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
two-tone matte gold, platinum and rose cut diamond bezel. Plique-à-jour (French for “letting in
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Early 20th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pools Of Light Gold Locket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
set into 14k yellow bezel settings. This type of workmanship was a marvel in its day and continues to
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Antique 1890s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold

Retro 14K Yellow Gold "A Date To Remember" Ruby and Pearl Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
center. Two sparkling bezel set rubies shine above a pair of white pearls prong set in the center
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Vintage 1960s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
beautiful heat treated, color enhanced black diamonds in a bezel setting. The earrings feature screwback
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Round Black Diamond Bezel Set Silver Solitaire Stud Earrings with Screw Backs
Located in New York, NY
beautiful heat treated, color enhanced black diamonds in a bezel setting. The earrings feature screwback
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Vintage Bulgari Necklace Bracelet Set 18k Gold Ruby Diamond Bvlgari Estate Jewel
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
rubies for the bracelet and five for the necklace. The rubies are bezel set. These vintage Bulgari
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Vintage 1980s Italian More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 22.84 Carats Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Bracelet Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
European cut diamond. Bezel set and weighing approximately 1.95 carats total - J color with VS2 clarity
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 18k/Platinum Diamond Blue Enamel Guilloche Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
chain. The ornate links come together at a bezel set diamond connector that is accented with milgrained
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Vintage 1910s Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Bracelet in Platinum
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
This beautiful diamond studded bracelet has 3 brilliant cut bezel set round diamonds. The diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Bracelet in Platinum
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
This beautiful diamond studded bracelet has 3 brilliant cut bezel set round diamonds. The diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 1930 Art Deco Enameled Clip In 18Kt Gold Platinum With Gems And Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
pearls necklace. Diamonds: The platinum parts are mounted in flush millegrain settings, with 10 old
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Brooches

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Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...

Victorian Revival 18k Gold Old European Cut Diamond Earrings Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Bezel set diamonds are framed by a white gold circle with a floral motif. The lever back closure is made
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage David Webb Ring 18k Gold Gemstone Estate Jewelry
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamonds are set in platinum which accentuates their whiteness. The vintage ring top measures 3/4” x 5/8
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Vintage 1980s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Harry Winston 3-Row Bezel Set Diamond Gold Necklace
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
This understated yet grand Harry Winston Diamond 3-Row Riviere Necklace, made in the late XX
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Late 20th Century American More Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.50 Carat Bezel Set Diamond Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Classic bezel set diamond by the yard style, .50 carat platinum pendant necklace. 16 inch chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Jazz Bezel Set Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Tiffany & Co. Jazz Bezel Set Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace is a stunning and graceful
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Platinum

White Gold Nine Blue Sapphire Bezel Set Pendant Necklace Weighing 3 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fourteen karat white gold necklace pendant with nine bezel-set brilliant round bright sapphire "by
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Nine Pink Sapphire Bezel Set Weighing 3 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Fourteen karats rose and white gold necklace pendant Nine bezel-set brilliant round pink sapphire
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

Custom Order: Round Diamond Bezel Tennis Necklace in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
approximately F color, SI1 clarity. Bezel Set in platinum. 17 inch length. 3-4 business weeks to handcraft.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Seven Bezel-Set Round Emerald White Gold Necklace Weighing 1.05 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat white gold seven-station bezel necklace Necklace measuring 16 inches long Seven bezel-set
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Seven Bezel-Set Emerald in Yellow Gold Necklace Weighing 1.15 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat yellow gold necklace pendant Measuring 18 inch long Seven bezel-set round emeralds weight
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Edwardian 3 Carat Total Diamonds by the Yard Platinum Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! Crafted in platinum, the necklace is
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Seven Bezel-Set Round Emerald Yellow and White Gold Necklace Weighing 1.20 Carat
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat white and yellow gold necklace pendant Measuring 19 inches long Seven bezel-set round
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Turquoise Ruby Diamond Gold Snake Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
throughout, creating a marbled look. The turquoise is bezel set, and surrounding the stone is a rose gold
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise Matrix, 14k Gold

2.35tcw 14K Natural Emerald-Pear Cut Bezel Set with Diamond Accent Gold Bail
Located in Jupiter, FL
petite brilliant round cut diamonds going down the bail, pave set. Crafted in gleaming 14K yellow gold
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGS Certified 10k Yellow Gold 1/3 Carat Round Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1/3 c.t. diamond in a solid 10K yellow gold bezel setting, set on a 16 to 18 inch adjustable cable
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern 18K White Gold Multistrand Necklace Earrings with Diamonds Set
By H. Stern
Located in Dallas, TX
H Stern 18K White Gold Multistrand Necklace with Diamonds, Plus Earrings Set Necklace - 15 1/2
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pave-set with set with round brilliant diamonds and completed with a chain of round links bezel-set
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
infinity shaped link holds a bezel set diamond at the center, adding a gorgeous sparkle! The bow links are
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond and Blue Sapphire Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
the Yard necklace features 3 bezel set blue sapphires and 4 bezel set diamonds arranged in an
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sterling Silver

2.85 Carats Fancy Colored Diamond Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond weighing approximately 1.50 carats. Fancy vivid yellow in color with VS2 clarity - bezel set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

Peruvian Pink Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
intercepted with bezel set pink sapphire connectors to create this ultra feminine layering necklace. A
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Vermeil

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Necklace
Located in Addison, TX
look at. The design the aquamarine is set in has detailing all the way around around. There are 3 bezel
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold

.12 Carat Diamond Paperclip, Diamond Paper Clip Charms, Chain Necklace, 14K Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
clasp that has three clasps/charms. One is a round brilliant diamond bezel set, on the edge of the paper
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2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold

Late Art Deco Citrine Drop Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
detailed with 13 sparkling old Rose and Mine Cut diamonds, with the largest bezel set at the center. It's a
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Michael Kneebone Pink Kasumi Pearl White Diamond Necklace
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Offered here is a superb Kasumi pearl and diamond necklace. Japanese Kasumi pearls are cultivated
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Early Victorian Emerald Diamond Silver-Topped Gold Ornate Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an emerald cut emerald, bezel set in gold, weighing approximately 1.10 carats; bright viridian
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Antique 1850s Early Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver

Bvlgari 18k Gold Amethyst Citrine Diamond Parentesi Lavalier Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Bvlgari Parentesi necklace is crafted in 18k rose gold and features signature round motifs set
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2010s European Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chopard Happy Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Hicksville, NY
diamond is bezel set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The diamonds are sandwiched between the glass layers. The
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1990s Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stylish and Lightweight, Italian 18k Gold and Diamond Choker Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
wire is punctuated every 2 inches by a white gold 3/16 inch diameter station, bezel set with one
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pendant with Long White Platinum Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
with eighteen bezel set diamonds measuring 3-3.5mm each. Approximately total diamond weight is 6.00
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Late 20th Century Unknown Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 18k Opal and Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
design of the pendant necklace. The top of the opal pendant also feature an additional bezel-set single
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau Mississippi River Pearl and Diamond Lavalier Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
extension is a bezel-set old Mine Cut diamond, sparkling beautifully next to the creamy white color of the
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Icons Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K W/Gold 0.95 CTW
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is an authentic Chopard "Happy Diamonds Icons" Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace, set in high
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Demantoid Garnet Diamond Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
vibrant green demantoid garnets. All of the stones are bezel set and the combination of the vivid colors
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Amethyst Pearl 14K Gold Antique Swagged Calla Lily Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. set with a single old European cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.06 carat - eye clean and bright
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Bezel 3 Set Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact bezel 3 set diamond 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, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 840 antique edition and 639 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect bezel 3 set diamond necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing bezel 3 set diamond necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but JeweLyrie, Tiffany Co. and Chopard each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A bezel 3 set diamond necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 1045, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our bezel 3 set diamond necklace for sale are for women, but there are 410 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Bezel 3 Set Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a bezel 3 set diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $495,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,971.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.