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4.98 carats of Bezel set Diamonds by The Yard in 18 karat White Gold Necklace
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
4.98 carats of Bezel set Diamonds by The Yard in 18 karat White Gold Necklace This is a one of a
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary 0.81 Carat Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Solitaire Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is designed as a cable chain centering a bezel set round brilliant cut diamond station
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Contemporary 0.75 Carat Diamond Station Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Towson, MD
One 14-karat yellow gold cable chain necklace set with five (5) bezel set round brilliant cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 2.21ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Here is a charming 30-inch-long necklace delicately adorned with bezel-set diamonds on evenly
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 2.14ct Diamond Station Necklace MF03-113023
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
necklace features an 18K white gold chain punctuated at evenly-set points with bezel-set round diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Moonstone Platinum Drop Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace centers a triangular moonstone cabochon station suspending an oval moonstone drop. Prong
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Snowflake Station Link Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
round brilliant bezel set diamond stations weighing approximately .60 carat total weight. The diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 2.30ct Diamond Teardrop Station Necklace ANK-20415-2
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
diamonds set on polished bezels spaced evenly along the 17-inch-long chain. The station design offers a
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.32ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
necklace. It has a 24-long white gold chain accented with diamonds on stations. Each sparkling gem is set
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold C De Cartier Station Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Accented by bezel set round brilliant cut diamond stations weighing approximately 0.21 carat total. G/H in
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

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

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.08ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Whether worn alone or layered with other dainty pieces, this two-toned diamond station necklace can
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 0.98ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
gold and yellow gold bezel set in an even spacing. Wear this two-toned station necklace against a dark
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Graduated Dual Sided Station 16" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (68) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rose Cut - Bezel Set Material: Solid Platinum
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Beauvince Diamonds by the Yard Station Necklace 0.86 Ct Diamonds in White Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
) Metal: 14K White Gold Setting: Bezel Set Length: 18 Inches (45.72 cm) (additional closure at 16 inches)
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Antique Station Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
motif twisted wire links Bezel set with three old European cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.09
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise

Roberto Coin 18K Yellow Gold 0.70ct Diamond and Sapphire Station Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Southampton, PA
delicate 18K yellow gold chain measures 19.0” long and is elevated by bezel-set diamonds totaling 0.70
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Carved Emerald 14 Karat Gold Floral Station Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
set in a polished gold surround Accented by round brilliant cut diamonds, set in platinum, weighing
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage 7.70 CTW Sapphire Diamond 22K Yellow Gold Drop Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surround and pierced station surmount Bead and bezel set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds
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Vintage 1980s Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.34ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
white gold bezels, evenly-spaced and set with a brilliant diamond.This brand new LB Exclusive 18K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Early Art Deco Moonstone Diamond Platinum Antique Filigree Station Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
displaying mild vivid blue adularescence Bead and bezel set throughout with old European cut diamond Weighing
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.06ct Diamond Station Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
A series of bezel-set Diamonds totaling 1.06 carats allow this understated necklace to radiate
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Seven Bezel-Set Round Ruby Yellow and White Gold Necklace
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
14 karat white and yellow gold seven-station bezel necklace Measuring 16 inches long Seven bezel
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bonebakker 18 Karat White Gold Long Necklace with Bezel and Pave Set Diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Amsterdam. Two chains are bezel set with diamonds meeting at seven diamond pave set stations. This necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Coin 18 Karat Yellow Woven Silk 3 Station Diamond Necklace Choker
By Roberto Coin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
set in 18K yellow gold and woven silk. Three stations of diamonds total approx. .48cts. Diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Hearts on Fire 18K White Gold 1.28ct Diamond Station Necklace HF13-070125
By Hearts On Fire
Located in Southampton, PA
gold piece effortlessly complements everyday wear, with its bezel-set round diamonds placed at
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White and Yellow Gold 1.99ct Diamond Station Long Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Refresh a look with this diamond station necklace. It's designed with effortless elegance so you
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin 18K White Gold Diamonds by the Inch 5 Station Necklace
By Roberto Coin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
necklace was created by Roberto Coin The necklace is set in 18K white gold. 5 stations of bezel set round
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold 0.26ctw Round Diamond Station Open Work Adjustable Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (13) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - VS1-I1 Clarity - G
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Marquise and Pear Shape Diamond Station Dainty Necklace 18k Yellow Gold R4061
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This is a unique solid 18K yellow gold necklace chain with bezel set marquise and pear shaped
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Paris 1960 s Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Station Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.84 carat total - bead set Bisected by bezel set square step cut
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Vintage 1960s Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris 1960 s Emerald Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Station Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut diamonds Weighing approximately 0.84 carat total - bead set Bisected by bezel set square step cut
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Vintage 1960s Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Louis Vuitton French Diamond 18 Karat Gold Monogram Idylle Icon Station Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pierced diamond, stars, and floral circle shaped motifs Featuring bezel set round brilliant cut diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Dana David 18k White Gold 0.30ctw Diamond Scribble Cluster 5 Station Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (14) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - F/G Color - VS1
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ruby Diamond Gemstone Station Necklace Estate 14 Karat White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
cracks or chips. The charming necklace features gemstones set on both sides of the bezel in an
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Malachite Clover Sterling Silver Long Station Necklace
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
pieces of clover-shape malachite and continuous of hand bezel-set faceted faux diamond CZ (0.10ct size
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Contemporary 2.60 Carat Diamond By The Yard 18 Karat White Gold Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable chain with bezel set round brilliant cut diamond stations. Weighing
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Early 2000s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elsa Peretti Tiffany Co. 1.00 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Station Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as cable chain featuring fived bezel set round brilliant cut diamond stations Weighing
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1990s Link Necklaces

0.45 Carat 9 Station Diamond by The Yard Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold 18
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
9 STATIONS DIAMOND STATION NECKLACE BEZEL-SET IN 14K ROSE GOLD (0.45 CTW) PRODUCT DETAILS
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Seidengang Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Swagged Multi-Strand Station Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
finish. Featuring three stations of bezel and prong set round brilliant cut diamonds. Weighing
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Rose Gold 5/8 Carat Diamond and London Blue Topaz Gemstone Station Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional 18k rose gold station necklace features a natural 7.7mm round bezel-set topaz in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 1930 Long Stations Chain Necklace in Platinum with 2.88 Ctw in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco diamonds stations chained necklace sautoir. A classic piece from the American art-deco
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Diamond Pearl Platinum Voile Three Strand Station Collar Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stations. With bead and bezel set round brilliant cut diamonds. Weighing approximately 1.10 carats total. G
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Grey Baroque Pearl Sterling Silver Long Station Necklace
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
19 pieces of lustrous grey baroque pearl and continuous of hand bezel-set faceted simulated diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Platinum, Sterling Silver

18K White Gold 2ctw Station Round Diamond by the Yard 16" Rolo Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (44) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - I1-I2 Clarity - G-I
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

NEW 14K White Gold 1.45ctw Station Round Diamond 18" by the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - SI2/I1 Clarity - G
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2010s American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Two Station Drop Pendant
Located in Delray Beach, FL
embellished with ten (10) bezel-set diamonds that lead to a 1.24 carat pear-shaped emerald complimented by
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

New 14k Yellow Gold 3.01ctw Round Diamond 10 Station By The Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - H/I Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 3.01 (Exact) Material: 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Bar and Chain 0.52 Cttw F-G VS Diamond Station Necklace
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
necklace with alternating sections of bar & chain between each bezel set diamond = over 1/2 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bar and Chain 0.48 Cttw F_G VS Diamond Station Necklace
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
necklace with alternating sections of bar & chain between each bezel set diamond = almost 1/2 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 2.07 Carats Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Geometric Station Neckl
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carats - quality is consistent with age With an old European cut and pear cut diamond - bezel set in
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Imperial Topaz and Diamond Necklace
Located in Henderson, NV
round brilliant-cut diamonds, supported by an 18K white gold chain adorned with ten bezel set rose-cut
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold 0.70ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
is cast in 14K yellow gold and features six bezel-set round diamonds set on stations along its length
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond Solitaire 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clarity Bezel set in a polished gold surround Suspending from a stylized gold cable chain necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.12 Carat Diamond White Gold Diamond by the Yard Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Round brilliant cut diamond by the yard bezel necklace. Set in 14k white gold, the bezels are
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Platinum 0.40ct Diamond and Tourmaline Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
The uniquely beautiful Tiffany & Co. Jewel Box Necklace features a platinum chain with bezel-set
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 0.40ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
necklace chain with two bezel-set diamond stations measures 17 inches long. It holds a diamond-traced
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Diamond Bezel Set Station Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact diamond bezel set station 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 White Gold. Creating a diamond bezel set station necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Roberto Coin and Tiffany Co. are consistently 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 alternatives. Most of our diamond bezel set station necklace for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Diamond Bezel Set Station Necklace?

Prices for a diamond bezel set station necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $450 and can go as high as $4,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,787.

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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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.