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Tiffany Co Necklace Onyx Multi Strand Torsade Toggle Vintage Fine Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co multi strand onyx torsade necklace crafted in
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef Arpels Button Necklace Boutonniere Diamond Estate 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed pre-owned Van Cleef & Arpels diamond button 'Boutonniere' necklace
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fancy Link Necklace Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 26" Length Scrolled Links Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed fancy link necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s). The
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Slide Necklace 18k 14k Yellow Gold 28" Heart Lariat Curb Chain Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage curb link slide necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (chain) and 14k
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Tiffany Co Necklace Sterling Silver 18k Gold Initial GM 21" Chain
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish pre-owned Tiffany & Co rope necklace crafted in sterling silver and 18k yellow gold. The
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Ariel Carved Red Coral Emerald Shell Necklace Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Necklace Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.7 Grams Pendant Length with
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian 4.55ct Fire Opal Diamond Necklace Estate Platinum Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed natural Ethiopian fire opal & diamond pendant & necklace crafted in 850 & 900
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Winged Angel Necklace Diamond Enamel Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Chain Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed winged angel necklace crafted in 14k yellow gold. Diamonds total an
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mikimoto Blue Sapphire Akoya Pearl Ocean Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
For those inspired by the ocean, this Mikimoto necklace is just exhilarating. Deep blue sapphires
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Create a touch of magic wearing this lovely south sea pearl drop necklace with diamonds. The 37
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Natural Opal Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Freeform Rough Cut Bead
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant natural opal necklace, finished with a 14 karat yellow gold clasp. Natural opals are
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Emerald Sapphire Mickey Mouse Pendant Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 12.7 Grams Chain Length: 18
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage 8 mm. Faux Pearl Necklace - Gold Filled Clasp - U.S.A. - Circa 1950 s
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage 8 mm. knotted faux pearl necklace - featuring a single strand of 55 8 mm. simulated pearls
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold-filled

22 Inch Long Gold Necklace with White Onyx Pendant by French Designer Wander
By Wander
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This handsome yellow gold 22 inch long, open link necklace with removable white onyx pendant, has a
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

6.5 mm. White Cultured Pearl Necklace - 14K White Gold Clasp - U.S. - Circa 1980
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage 6.5 mm. hand knotted white cultured pearl necklace - featuring a single strand of 56
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black Baroque Pearl and Pave Diamond Long Chain Necklace. 100 14.9-12.1mm Pearls
Located in Manhasset, NY
A Cultured Pearl and Diamond Long Chain Necklace. 53 inch length 307.2 grams total weight. A later
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Mid-20th Century Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl

Rainbow Sapphire Fringe Necklace 14k White Gold Choker Briolette Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed rainbow sapphire necklace, crafted in 14 karat white gold. Briolette
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

BVLGARI Roma Parentesi Necklace 18Kt White Gold With 7.24 Ctw Diamonds Topaz
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful Parentesi necklace-chain created in Roma Italy by the
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Italian 14k Gold Vintage Articulating Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
a mid century modern feel, a statement necklace or perfect to layer with other chains. The pendant
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Octopus Necklace Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Eyes Ocean Sea Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Distinct & beautifully detailed Octopus necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow & white gold. Two
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Faberge Egg Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold Lilac Purple Fine Jewelry Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed estate Faberge lilac egg pendant & necklace crafted in 18 karat rose
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Golden South Sea Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasp 14 Karat Gold Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish 13mm to 14mm Golden South Sea Pearl necklace finished with a 14k yellow gold clasp
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stork Pendant Necklace Baroque Pearl Diamond Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Bird
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish & unique stork pendant & necklace crafted in 14k white gold. Black baroque pearl
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

Fancy Cut Diamond Halo Necklace Estate 14k White Gold 16" Chain Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed diamond halo necklace crafted in 14k white gold. Faceted brilliant
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

White Fancy Intense Brownish Yellow Diamond Circle Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
beautiful gift. The necklace features 27 round brilliant cut diamonds creating endless sparkle and 1 fancy
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Hot Lips Necklace Diamond Mother of Pearl Estate 18 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed mother of pearl & diamond hot lips necklace crafted in 18 karat white
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.20 Carat Diamond Necklace 14 Karat Rose Gold Fringe Drop Pave Orbs Round Short
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed diamond fringe drop necklace crafted in 14 karat rose gold. Diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Trinity Diamond Necklace in 18k White Yellow Rose Gold on Triple Strand Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
Trinity Diamond Necklace in 18k White Yellow & Rose Gold on Triple Strand Chain. The white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace
By David Andersen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern necklace or neckpiece. By David Andersen. In sterling silver
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20th Century Norwegian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Gabriel Co Necklace Smoky Quartz Diamond Square Cross 18 Karat Gold SS Estate
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pre owned Gabriel & Co necklace crafted in 18 karat white gold and sterling silver
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Pink Frosted Lucite Bead Necklace and Matching Drop Earrings Set, Mid-20
Located in Milford, DE
, characteristic of mid-20th century Lucite production. The necklace is strung with evenly graduated spherical
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

TURQUOISE NECKLACE 18K CARAT Gold - Early to Mid 20th CenturyI’m
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An early to mid-20th century turquoise bead necklace, strung with natural nugget-form stones
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Vintage 1950s North American Post-War Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage Chinese Carved Red Coral 9.5mm Beaded Necklace 20" Length
Located in Richmond, CA
in Canada. Thanks! This mid-century single strand coral necklace is a remarkable example of vintage
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold Plate

Rose Green Quartz Onyx Agate Long Necklace Estate Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant long necklace set with rose quartz, green quartz, onyx and agate. The rose quartz ranges
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Quartz

Jade Diamond and Pearl Strand Necklace Circa 1950 s
Located in Wailea, HI
Jade Diamond and Pearl Strand Necklace Circa 1950's We Tried To Count The Ways This Can be Worn
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold

Chunky Amethyst Citrine Sterling Silver Disc Choker Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and finely detailed Classic Mid Century Modern Sterling Silver Choker Necklace, Hand
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Vintage 1960s Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Sterling Silver, Silver

Modernist Gold and Keshi Pearl and Diamond Convertible Brooch Necklace, 1960s
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Mid century modern choker necklace featuring an abstract gold plaque. The 1 1/2" gold abstract
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Gianmaria Buccellati Torsade Necklace Amethyst Citrine 18k Gold Gemstone Vintage
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed Buccellati torsade necklace, finished with a 18 karat yellow gold clasp
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Sand Dollar Pendant
Located in Bradenton, FL
14K Gold Sand Dollar Pendant. Pendant features finely detailed textured surface and cutout accents that capture the natural beauty of the seashell form. Pendant measures 0.75" (19.05...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

14K Gold Chain with 10K Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Bradenton, FL
5/8"W. TW of necklace and pendant is 3.49 grams. This is a classic piece of fine jewelry, perfect
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Signed Vintage American 14K Gold Figural Car or Automobile with Bumpers Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
integral jump ring to the front bumper. Simply a wonderful charm! Date: 20th Century Overall Condition
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Bjorn Weckstrom for Lapponia Finland 1970 s Acrylic Drop Space Series Sterling
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in New York, NY
Acrylic Crystal and Sterling Silver. The classic Mid Century brutalist piece was designed in the 1970s
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Mid-20th Century Finnish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

60s Vintage Cuckoo Clock Charm Moves 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
be worn as a charm on a bracelet or as a pendant on a necklace. The charm is in good condition and
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hot Dog Charm 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Red Yellow Enamel Food Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
necklace. The charm is in good condition with small loss to the enamel (see photos). Particulars: Weight
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14k White Gold 0.40tcw Diamond Modular Design Drop Pendant
Located in New York, NY
aesthetic reflects mid-century modern influences, offering a balance of sophistication and artistic design
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Hot Dog Bun Charm 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Red Yellow Enamel Food Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
necklace. The charm is in good condition with small loss to the enamel (see photos). Particulars: Weight
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1950. The design of the pendant is created by French jeweller Alphonse Augis in response to the love poem written by Rosemond...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

CHANEL Vintage Quilted CC Pendant and Chain
By Chanel
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Designer: CHANEL Total Weight: 140 Grams Pendant CC Measurements: ~2.25" x 1.9" Chain Length: ~30" with bail ​ ​Stamped: "CHANEL "Made in France" Condition: Preo...
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Vintage Jack in the Box Charm 10k Yellow Gold Pop Up Pendant Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Jack in the Box charm crafted in 10k yellow gold. The sweet charm (small in scale) is fully functional with the top opening to reveal a spring hinged Jack....
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

60s Vintage Angel Devil Charm I Love You 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
on a bracelet or as a pendant on a necklace. The charm is in good condition and was lightly cleaned
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Simple Luxury in A Strand of Vintage Cultured Pearls
Located in Stamford, CT
. At 6.30 mm, the necklace is to be worn high on the neck. It is a perfect strand for all ages who want
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Mid-20th Century Japanese Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross with Flower and Leaf Patterns
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This French 18kt Yellow Gold Cross Pendant is a captivating blend of elegance and craftsmanship, featuring intricate floral and leaf motifs that add a touch of natural beauty. The cr...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

60s Vintage Siamese Cat Medallion Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Siamese Cat medallion crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1960s). The large medallion pendant measures 38mm diameter (1.49 inches). The elaborate design high...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co Anchor Charm 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Signed Fine Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pre-owned Tiffany & Co anchor pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The stylish pendant highlights an anchor framed with a rope design. The piece is ideal worn ...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Religious Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 18K Gold Religious Pendant. It depicts a Virgin child praying. It is mounted in yellow gold tear drop shaped pendant.
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Strawberry Pendant by Steuben Glass with 18k Yellow Gold Stem and Glass Body
By Steuben Glass
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This large and imaginative 18k yellow gold and glass strawberry pendant was crafted by revered American glass artisan Steuben Glass. A life size body of transparent glass with nine r...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Pendant Midcentury Certified Untreated Omphacite Jade
Located in Northampton, MA
A gorgeous natural and untreated omphacite jade pendant from the midcentury -circa 1950. Created in
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

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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
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Organic 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.