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LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
punctuated by a single bezel-set diamond. This LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold 0.70ct Diamond Necklace NK01763-W
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
is cast in 14K white 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, White Gold, 14k Gold

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.40ct Diamond Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
features a 17-long yellow gold chain with two bezel-set diamonds stationed along the necklace's strand. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Long Diamond By the Yard White Gold Necklace
Located in San Francisco, CA
. The round brilliant cut H-J/VS-SI diamonds are bezel set and stationed on a thin white gold chain
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Peretti 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Diamonds by The Yard Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic cable chain necklace in a Diamonds-by-the-Yard style with a lariat drop With bezel set
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Early 2000s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Tsavorite Garnet, Sapphire and Diamond Parrot Necklace
Located in London, England
garnets and diamonds across its body, wings and head. The tsavorite garnet eyes are bezel set. It is
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k G...

Penny Preville 18K White Gold Diamond By-the-Yard Necklace
By Penny Preville
Located in New York, NY
A timeless and elegant design by Penny Preville, this diamond station necklace is finely crafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1920 s Art Deco Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
luster With bezel set old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.20 carat - eye clean and white
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Lapis Lazuli Platinum Cushion Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bezel set old European cut diamonds While lapis is secured with scrolling platinum stations - accented
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Platinum

14K Yellow Gold 0.58ct Diamond Cushion Cluster Necklace PN14842
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
station-style layout, with a series of four bezel-set round diamonds and three cushion-shaped clusters of
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18.87 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Floral Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
color with VS and SI clarity Suspended from a platinum cable chain with six round bezel stations set
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Gucci Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Horsebit Fringe Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Classic cable chain necklace is bezel set to front by twelve round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Yellow White Gold Diamond Caresse D’orchidées Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
bezel set diamond stations. Set throughout the necklace are 247 round brilliant cut diamonds with an
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin Diamond, Ruby and Mother of Pearl Heart Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in London, England
A charming Mauboussin diamond, ruby and mother-of-pearl hinged pendant necklace, in 18kt yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold with Diamond and Gemstone Collar Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
cut gemstones bezel set in stations at the front of the collar. At the point end of each setting is a
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2010s American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A cable chain necklace centers a highly rendered floral and foliate station Each flower is bezel
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Pink Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Diamonds-by-the-yard style cable chain necklace features ten bezel set round brilliant cut diamond
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Brassler Co. Turquoise Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Swag Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and 18.0 x 11.5 mm Larger station suspends an articulated pear shaped drop bezel set with a third
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Contemporary 2.84 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds-By-The-Yard Necklace
By Yard
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain featuring bezel set diamond stations Baguette, marquise, and round
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jo Hayes Ward White Diamond Reflective Yellow Gold Curved Bar Necklace
By Jo Hayes Ward
Located in Dallas, TX
reflective 18k yellow gold featuring five bezel-set round brilliant-cut white diamonds totaling 0.03 carats
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2010s English Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

SeidenGang Sapphire Diamond Garnet 18 Karat Gold Odyssey Collar Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
burgeoning cracks Exposing pavè set round brilliant cut diamonds with bezel set round brilliant cut diamond
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Go...

Kunzite 1.21 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carat; eye-clean and white Completed by lobster clasp with dangling bezel set diamond weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, White Gold

Valente Milano Rubelite Tourmaline and Pave Diamond Rose Gold Necklace
By Valente Milano
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
necklace is designed with four bezel set Rubelite Tourmaline divided by a domed pave Diamond "X", and a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco 2.75 CTW Diamond Platinum Vintage Openwork Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamonds bezel set throughout and as drop Weighing approximately 2.75 carats total H/I color with VS2
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

45" Platinum Aquamarine and Diamonds By the Yard Infinity Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Our diamonds by the yard version features stunning blue aquamarines stationed among glimmering
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Early 2000s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

LB Exclusive 14K Yellow Gold 0.58ct Diamond Cushion Cluster Necklace PN14842
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
station-style layout, with a series of four bezel-set round diamonds and three cushion-shaped clusters of
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.15 Carat Diamonds by the Yard Necklace 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
: Approximately 0.15ctw of Round Brilliant Diamonds. There are 7, bezel set, Diamond stations spaced out along the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 5.53 carats total - transparent light blue in color. Set in a platinum bezel with an ornate gold
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

0.15 Carat Diamonds by the Yard Necklace 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
: Approximately 0.15ctw of Round Brilliant Diamonds. There are 7, bezel set, Diamond stations along the chain Item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

SeidenGang 1990 s Diamond Multi-Gem 18K Gold Vintage Multi-Strand Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stations of bezel set amethyst, peridot, tourmaline, and topaz Triangular, cushion, and oval shaped
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1990s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

J.E. Caldwell Edwardian Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a swinging pendant drop with bezel set pink tourmaline, medium light color Framed by
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

1990 s Mauboussin 0.50 Carat Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Mauboussin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rotunda set with baguettes and terminating with reverse bezel set diamonds Weighing approximately 0.50
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1990s French Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

SeidenGang 1990 s Diamond Multi-Gem 18K Gold Vintage Multi-Strand Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stations of bezel set amethyst, peridot, tourmaline, and topaz Triangular, cushion, and oval shaped
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1990s Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.28 Cttw. Ruby, Turquoise, Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
necklace features a 35-inch sterling silver cable chain adorned with bezel-set white topaz strategically
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Suffragette Diamond Amethyst Peridot Pearl 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 0.65 carat - medium light yellowish green Flanked by two bezel set 2.5 mm round cut amethysts
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Go...

Edwardian Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cable chain with well matched aquamarine stations. Weighing approximately 4.80 carats total - bezel set
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Estate 14k White Gold Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
comprised of a sparkling circular pendant bezel set with an approximately 0.60ct old European cut diamond
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 15.75 Carats Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Silver-Top Gold Flower Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised of floral stations alternating with gemstone stations via jump ring spacer
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Mid-20th Century Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Victorian 12.22 Carat Aquamarine Diamond 14 Karat Gold Double Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Accented by six bezel set rose cut and and old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.22 carat
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Erté 1970 s Sapphire Diamond Silver 14K Vintage Sophistication Necklace Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
strong iridescence Accented by bezel set round cut sapphires throughout Weighing approximately 2.05
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Emerald Rose Cut Diamond Silver-Topped 14 Karat Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
decorated by a milgrain edge Each square station centers a bezel set emerald, with largest center station
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Antique 1890s Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Diamond Heart 14k Gold Necklace Pendant Pin Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
diamond by the yard chain necklace. The heart pendant features pave set diamonds in a white gold frame
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Jazz 2.00 Carats Total Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamonds bezel set in polished platinum. The diamonds are G-H in color, VVS2-VS1 in clarity and total 1.50
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18K Rose Gold 5/8 Carat White Brown Diamond and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sapphire within a secured bezel setting. A halo of brown, prong-set diamonds encircles this natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Black Starr Frost Art Deco 1.60 Carats Diamond Rock Crystal Platinum Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surround and reverse - suspending from cable chain. With bezel set old European cut diamond stations
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Pla...

SeidenGang 1990 1.15 CTW Diamond 18K Gold Interchangeable Heart Pendant Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold foliate motif Bead and bezel set with round brilliant cut diamonds on chain and pendants Weighing
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Art Deco Diamond Camphor Glass Platinum 14K White Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ornately engraved bezels Each centering a single cut diamond bead set in diamond shaped white gold forms
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond Camphor Glass Platinum 14K White Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ornately engraved bezels Each centering a single cut diamond bead set in diamond shaped white gold forms
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond Camphor Glass 14 Karat White Gold Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
ornately engraved bezels Each centering a single cut diamond bead set in diamond shaped white gold forms
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 3.94 CTW Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of fancy floral motif infinity links and cable link chain Accented by bezel set sapphire
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1990s Classic 0.35 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold by the Yard Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a transitional cut diamond, bezel set in white gold, weighing approximately 0.35 carat; G
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1990s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Mariani 7.25 CTW Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Blue Rhodium PonPon Pendant Necklace
By Mariani
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a blue rhodium cable link chain with bezel set round brilliant cut diamond stations
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Natural 1.40 Carat Round Diamonds By The Yard 14-Karat Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
diamonds (there are 14, bezel set, diamond stations) Diamond Clarity: All diamonds are approximately SI
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Erte 1980 s Diamond Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Aphrodite Brooch Necklace
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 45.0 mm round onyx tablet bezel set with a highly rendered overlay Opaque glossy black - gold
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Very Rare Salvador Dali 18K Gold and Diamond Madonna de Port Lligat Necklace
By Salvador Dalí­
Located in Tustin, CA
karat yellow gold, four petal lotus flower which is embellished by 4 bezel set round brilliant diamonds
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Late 20th Century Spanish Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Edwardian Diamond Peridot Pearl Platinum 14 Karat Gold Swagged Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ranging in size from 4.5 to 5.5 mm - transparent medium yellowish green in color Set across top of station
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 1.40 CTW Diamond Ruby Pearl Platinum 18K Gold Antique Bouquet Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
total - quality consistent with cut and age Diamonds are all bead and bezel set in platinum-topped gold
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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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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A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal

Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.

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.