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Winged Angel Heart Charm Vintage 14 Karat Gold Cultured Pearl Cherub Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed winged angel charm (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14k white gold.
Cultured pearls measure 3mm with sawtooth pearls set into the angel wings. The pearls are well...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 60s Turquoise Charm 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Colored Stone Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage turquoise charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s).
Cabochon cut turquoise measures 10mm diameter. Green, blue and red paste stones measure 2mm each....
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mixed Cut Diamond Pendant Estate 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Fine Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pendant, crafted in two tone 18 karat yellow & white gold.
Baguette and round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 0.45 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Pendant 18k White
Rose Gold Double Charm Estate Signed Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Cartier 'Love' charm crafted in 18k yellow and rose.
Originally attached to a Cartier Love Charity silk cord bracelet, we are selling the Cartier Love charms on their ow...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Ruser Key Pendant Charm Vintage 14 Karat Gold Saint Genesius Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Ruser key pendant charm (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Saint Genesius of Rome is a legendary Christian saint, once a comedian and ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal
Carved Jade Pea in the Pod Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Gold Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed carved jade pea in the pod diamond pendant crafted in 18k white gold.
Jade measures 40mm x 10mm (1.57 x 0.39 inches) and 25mm x 13mm (0.98 x 0.51 inches). The jade...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lavender Jade Amethyst Diamond Pendant Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed lavender jade, amethyst & diamond pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Cabochon cut lavender jade measures 18mm x 15mm (estimated at 24 carats) is accented wit...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tree of Life Pendant Charm Vintage 14 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry Round
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tree of Life pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Three cultured pearls measure 6mm each and three pieces of nephrite jade measur...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Round Jadeite Jade Pierced Carved Diamond Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Pendant Measurements with Bail: 1.70" x 1.05"
Total Weight: 3.82 Grams
Lab Report: GIA
GIA Report #: 1236035401
Gemstone Specifica...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1962 Saguaro Cactus Pendant Diamond Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Desert Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Saguaro cactus diamond pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at G-H color and VS2-I1 clarity).
The unique charm h...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Letter F Diamond Pendant Vintage 14 Karat Gold Florentine Finish Old Cursive
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage letter "F" diamond pendant (or charm) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
One estimated 0.06 carat diamond is set into the pendant (estimated at H-I color and VS2 ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Jug Pendant 14 Karat Gold Cultured Pearl Genie in Bottle Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage jug pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
One 5.8mm cultured pearl is set into the mount.
The jug features an elaborate scrolled design. Ideal worn as a pe...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unicorn and Pegasus Pendant Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mythical Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Unicorn + Pegasus pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Eight diamonds total an estimated 0.04 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI1-2 clarity). Two rubies ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Puffer Fish Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Fine Estate Ocean Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage puffer fish charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Two cultured pearls each measure 4.75mm (set into the eyes).
The charm features a ligh...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Dollar Sign Pendant Charm Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Currency Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage dollar sign pendant (or charm) crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Diamonds total an estimated 0.22 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-S...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Whale Pendant Enhancer Vintage 18k Gold Diamond Eye Estate Marine Ocean Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage whale pendant (enhancer) crafted in 18k yellow gold.
One estimated 0.05 carat diamond is estimated at H-I color and VS2 clarity.
The unique pendant featur...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Letter A Diamond Tennis Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Sports Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage letter "A" diamond pendant (or charm) crafted in two tone 14k yellow & white gold.
Twenty single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.10 carats (estimated at ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Letter E Initial Charm Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Cursive Script Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage letter 'e' diamond charm crafted in 14k yellow & white gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Diamonds total an estimated 0.09 carats (estimated at I-J color and I1-...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large 40 Carat Madeira Citrine Diamond Pendant Cabochon Vintage 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed large vintage Madeira citrine & diamond pendant (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
The citrine measures 28mm x 18mm (estimated at 40 carats). The ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Celestial Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed emerald & diamond crescent moon pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.39 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). The e...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Letter M Initial Pendant Vintage Charm 14K Two-Tone Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage letter "M" diamond pendant (or charm) crafted in two tone 14k yellow & white gold.
Ten single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.15 carats (estimated at G-H...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Mermaid Pendant Estate 14k Yellow Gold Marine Creature Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Mermaid pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.50 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity).
A symbol of life and fertility t...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond Heart Pendant Charm Puffed 18k White Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Torrance, CA
Pre-owned Cartier puffed heart charm (or pendant), crafted in 18 karat white gold.
Diamonds are pave set into the heart and total an estimated 0.50 carats (estimated at F-G color ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Compass Charm Estate 14k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Travel Pendant
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed diamond compass charm crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.30 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity).
The finely detailed charm f...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Peridot Diamond Cross Estate 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Fine Religious Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed peridot & diamond cross pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
6 oval faceted peridot measures 6mm x 4mm (estimated at 0.50 carats each - 3 carats total estimated weig...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Golf Cart Charm 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Sporting Jewelry Pendant
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Golf Cart pendant or charm crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Two estimated 0.02 carat rubies (0.04 carats total estimated weight) and two estimated 0.02 carats s...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Moon Star Saturn Pendant Estate 14 Karat Gold Round Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Moon, Star and Saturn celestial diamond pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.55 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-I1 clarity).
T...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Large Spider Web Pendant Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage spider web diamond pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold & sterling silver.
Diamonds total an estimated 0.31 carats 9estimated at G-H color and VS2 clarit...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Opal Diamond Heart Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal & diamond heart charm crafted in 14k yellow gold.
The opal measures 7.5mm, accented with an estimated 0.20 carats of diamonds (estimated at H-I color ...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cultured Pearl Horseshoe Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Charm Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage cultured pearl horseshoe pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s).
Eleven cultured pearls measure approx. 3.5mm each.
A symbol of good luck and p...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
c1960s Envelope Picture Locket Folding Charm 14k Gold Pendant Opens 4 Photos
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage folding picture locket (circa 1960s), crafted in 14k yellow gold.
The beautifully detailed locket opens to accommodate 4 photos, with a diamond set to the f...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Leopard Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Eyes Black Enamel Animal
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage leopard pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).
Four single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.02 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI1-...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Bellarri Multi Gemstone Diamond Pendant Slide Enhancer Estate 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Bellarri multi gemstone & diamond pendant enhancer crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 2000s).
Peridot, citrine, garnet, amethyst and blue topaz graduate in size fro...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Frog Charm Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Emerald Eyes Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond frog charm crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Round brilliant cut diamonds total an estimated 0.20 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity). Tw...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Matchstick Diamond Charm Vintage 18k White Gold Pendant Lighter Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond matchstick charm crafted in 18k white gold.
Pave set diamonds total an estimated 0.25 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI2 clarity).
The play...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Multigem Full Orb Sputnik Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
In 14Kt, this pendant or charm, a gem studded ball, is set with colors true to their calling, garnet, aquamarine, citrine, amethyst, sapphire and green tourmaline. The stones are dee...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Letter B Diamond Pendant Large Cursive Initial 14 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage large letter 'B' initial diamond pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow & white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s).
61 diamonds total an estimated 0.75 carats (estimat...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Spinning Roulette Wheel Charm Vintage 14k Gold Pendant Casino Gambling Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage gemstone set roulette wheel charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s)
Turquoise, coral, chalcedony and chrysoprase each measure 5mm (each ston...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Coral, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Frog Pendant Brooch Vintage Pave Diamond Emerald Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed frog pendant (or brooch), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Emeralds total an estimated 0.23 carats, accented with an estimated 0.04 carats of rubies (embedded into ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany
Co Cupcake Charm Gemstone 18k Gold Pendant Estate Signed Jewelry
By Tiffany
Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Sweet pre-owned Tiffany & Co cupcake charm crafted in 18k yellow & white gold.
Small estimated 1mm gemstones (emerald, blue sapphire & pink sapphire) are set into the cupcake. The...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White G...
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Necklace with Three-Dimensional and Hammered Elements
Located in Warrenton, OR
Mid-Century Modern Pendant Necklace with Three-Dimensional and Hammered Elements.
We really like
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Doyle Lane California Studio Pottery Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bead Necklace
By Doyle Lane
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully designed, gorgeously glazed, original three-bead ceramic necklace by famed mid
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Doyle Lane California Studio Pottery Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bead Necklace
By Doyle Lane
Located in Studio City, CA
A beautifully designed, gorgeously glazed, original two-bead ceramic necklace by famed midcentury
Category
Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Ceramic, Pottery
Whiting
Davis Company Mid Century Modern Gold Mesh Bib Necklace Choker
By Whiting
Davis
Located in Chesterfield, NJ
Glamorous gold tone mesh necklace manufactured by Whiting and Davis Co. This high quality necklace
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Vintage 1970s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Vintage Mid-Century Original 1970s Givenchy Precious Stone Choker Necklace
By Givenchy, Versace, Tiffany
Co., Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
and modern innovation. One of Givenchy's earliest and most famous clients was Audrey Hepburn, who
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Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Crystal, Gold Plate
1960s Kenneth J Lane KJL Dragon Necklace Statement Costume Jewelry Mid-Century
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Chain adjustable L: 27 - 31 in.
Dragon pendant L: 9 x W 4.5 in.
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Metal
Abstract Modern Citrine and Lapiz Lazuli Silver Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Abstract modern sterling silver choker necklace inset with lapiz lazuli and beveled citrine stones
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Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Mexican Artisan Sterling and Malachite Necklace
Located in Rochester, NY
Mexican modernist sterling and malachite necklace. Mid Century.
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Amber Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Long amber resin beaded necklace. No maker's mark.
Measures: 24" long.
Category
Late 20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Resin
1960s Bucherer Watch Necklace
By Bucherer
Located in Towson, MD
One 22.52mm Swiss made Bucherer watch suspended from one yellow gold filled (stamped AMERIKANER) bar link chain measuring 24 inches with a spring ring clasp.
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Mid-20th Century Swiss Modern Pocket Watches
Line Vautrin Talosel Necklace
By Line Vautrin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Line Vautrin Talosel necklace
Encrusted with clear mirrored glass.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Glass, Talosel
Claude Lalanne Necklace Papillon, 1989
By Artcurial, Claude Lalanne
Located in Munich, DE
Claude Lalanne (1924-2019) gilt bronze necklace designed as a butterfly executed by Artcurial 1989
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Vintage 1980s French Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
Materials
Bronze
Wonderful Necklace by Anna Greta Eker, 1970s
By Anna-Greta Eker
Located in Oslo, NO
Incredibly rare studio necklace by modernist jeweler Anna Greta Eker. The necklace is beautifully
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Vintage 1970s Scandinavian Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Magnificent Sterling Necklace by Margot de Taxco
By Margot De Taxco
Located in Mexico, DF
Magnificent necklace in a pattern with "V" shaped and sphere sterling elements designed by Margot
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Natural Larimar (rare) Semiprecious Stone Pendant Necklace
Located in Warrenton, OR
Natural Larimar (rare) Semiprecious Stone Pendant Necklace
Larimar is a rare stone found only in
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20th Century Dominican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Stone
Honey Amber Talosel Necklace by Line Vautrin
By Line Vautrin
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Honey amber Talosel necklace by Line Vautrin.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Abstract Sculptures
Materials
Talosel
Les Vertèbres
Vertebrae
by Line Vautrin, Gilt Bronze Necklace, France
By Line Vautrin
Located in Uccle, BE
About Les Vertèbres (The Vertebrae) by Line Vautrin
Semi-rigid necklace made up of articulated
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Materials
Bronze
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Midcentury Modern Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
Surely you’ll find the exact midcentury modern necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 32 antique edition and 1 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a midcentury modern necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic midcentury modern necklace over the years, but those made by David Andersen, Hans Hansen and Harry Winston are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any midcentury modern necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Jade version from the 6 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and old european cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a midcentury modern necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Midcentury Modern Necklace?
Prices for a midcentury modern necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $368 and can go as high as $375,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,175.
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.
Questions About Midcentury Modern Necklace
- What is midcentury modern?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Organic shapes, clean lines and elegant simplicity describe mid-century modern American furniture well. The style, which emerged primarily in the post-World War II era, is characterized by furniture that was crafted by creators who believed that good design was key to good living.Today, mid-century modern is by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
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