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Antique Victorian Rose Gold and Sterling Silver Diamond Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in New York, NY
—both point-cut and old mine-cut—sparkles with timeless charm. The mixed diamond cuts and asymmetrical
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Drop Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
diamonds are a mix of old cuts and rose cut diamonds which total to 2.00 carats. The old cut diamonds
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Gold and Diamonds cross pendant by George Lambert, Switzerland
Located in Genève, GE
White gold 18 carat Central diamond GIA JSI1 Old mine cut 0,89ct, 5 diamants Old cut total
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Pearl, Diamond and Silver Upon Gold Brooch-Cum-Pendant, Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
cluster of old-cut diamonds, with a surround of alternating single, old-cut diamonds and trefoils, set
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pendant Antique 18 Karat Gold Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
1910s to 1920s). Old mine and rose cut diamonds total an estimated 1 carat (estimated at I-J color
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond

Antique Victorian English 15K YG Diamond Seed Pearl Star Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
old mine cut diamonds and natural seed pearls Pendant can be worn individually Approximate Weight
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Rare Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 cushion old mine cut diamond of approx .25 Ct (G/VVS) – 4 rose cut diamonds
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14k Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
old mine cut diamond. The knots are connected to three teardrop-shaped links, which move freely. The
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara/Necklace and Earrings
Located in London, England
of 19 graduating sapphires that sit proudly amongst a flurry of old mine cut diamonds. There is grand
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Antique Style 4 Carat Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: 99 Diamonds Cut: Old Mine, Old European and Rose Cuts Weight: Approximately 3 Carats Color: I-J
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 3.35 carat diamond 18k rose gold silver cross pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This ornate Victorian pendant from the early 1900s showcases an approximately 0.80 carat old mine
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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

5.00 Carat Cushion Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum Antique Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
backing. 18 inch platinum chain. 1 cushion cut blue aqua, VS approx. 5.00ct 8 old mine cut diamonds
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 2.60 carat crescent opal diamond 18k yellow gold enamel necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
surrounded by sparkling old mine and rose cut diamonds. Rich black enamel detailing and warm 18k yellow gold
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Diamond White Enamel 14K Yellow Gold Antique Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
- displaying minimal loss Centering a prong set old mine cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.06 carat total
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 1.20 Diamond 1.20 Natural Sapphire Clover Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
diamonds of approx .30 Ct (4.24 x 4.0 mm. – G/VS) – 1 old mine cut diamond of approx .10 Ct – 38 rose cut
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

20.00 Carat Aqua Diamond Sapphire Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
mine cut diamonds. 18 inch chain. 1 pear cabochon light blue aquamarine, approx. 20.00cts 7 old mine
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sciacca Coral Victorian Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Napoli, NA
perfectly defined curls on her chest. Approximately 0.70 ct of old mine cut diamonds and approximately 0.50
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Antique 1890s Italian High Victorian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , 1...

Enamel Gold Diamonds 56 Hallmark Cyrillic Guilloche Pendant, 1916
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
old-cut Diamonds. Stamped with 56 Gold Hallmark and T W Russian jeweller. 1890. The backside is
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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
14K gold (back). It features two excellent red spinels from Burma accented by old mine cut diamonds
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond Double C Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds. Reflecting Cartier's timeless elegance and Art Deco-inspired design
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Convertible Snake Bracelet Necklace 1860
Located in Chicago, IL
) surrounded by old mine cut diamonds. The eyes are set with cabochon rubies. Marked with French eagle head
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

Leon Mege GIA Certified 0.70 Carat F/VS2 Diamond Micro Pave Platinum Pendant
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
GIA-certified 0.70-Carat F/VS2 Antique cushion diamond surrounded by micro pave diamonds in a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Antique diamond pearl 18k yellow gold enamel pendant brooch watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, crafted in 18k yellow gold for timeless elegance. Manual watch Center stone: 3 old mine cut diamonds
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Belle Epoque 1.80 Ct Diamond Pearl 18 Kt Levaliere Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
lots of old cut Diamonds and natural Pearls It boasts 4 cushion old mine cut diamonds totaling approx
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Early 20th Century European Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Rare 4.90 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
, intricate, exuberant design, overwhelmed by old mine cut Diamonds and rose cut Diamond accent to complement
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Star Blue Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Antique, C. 1890
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
pointed star on the top of royal blue enamel has one .70ct oval cut Old Mine diamond and 12 rose cut
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 5.07 Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
# 1152976483 1 old European cut diamond I-J SI1, approx. .65ct 21 old mine cut diamonds H-J SI2, approx. .62ct
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified Natural Jade Diamond Platinum Gold Victorian Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
, approx. total weight .30cts, GIA certificate #2155477818, no enhancements 1 old mine cut diamond, approx
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum, Gold

Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
from 3 mm. to 4.4 mm. – 35 old mine cut diamonds totaling approx 1.80 Ct G/I-VS/SI Measures: 25 x 31 mm
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

1910 Belle Epoque filigree Pendant in 18kt Platinum with 4.70 Cts in Diamonds
Located in Aventura, FL
surrounded by 25 old mine and rose-cut diamonds totaling 4.20 carats in J-K color and VS-SI clarity. The
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Vintage 1910s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian 15-18k Yellow Gold, Silver, Diamond Persian Turquoise Star of David
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Rare Mid-19th Century 5.0 carats Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Persian Turquoise Star of
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Silver

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.57 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified shield cut lemon yellow natural sapphire accented by an old mine cut accent diamond. 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Platinum

Flamingo Pendant Diamond Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Large Brooch Bird Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
. Particulars: Weight: 8.1 grams Stones: Old mine & single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.08 carats
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Carved Agate and 0.40ctw Diamond Shell Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
polished into a shell. A single Old Mine Cushion Cut diamond weighing approximately 0.40ctw represents a
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lion Panther Leopard Tiger Pendant Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
one Sapphire and one Diamond in the eye. The diamond is an Old Mine Cut Diamond. The dramatic lion
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Garnet Starburst Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
starburst riveted into its surface. Six old Rose Cut diamonds surround a larger Mine Cut stone and together
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 4.85 Carat Pear Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire that dangles from a bezel set oval pink sapphire, seperated by one old mine cut diamond. The chain
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Early 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Belle Epoque Ruby Sapphire OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING MUSEUM QUALITY ANTIQUE SAPPHIRE, RUBY AND OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND PENDANT WITH
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

GIA Certified 102.74 Carat Carved Mogul Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
green emerald with one 1.30ct old mine cut accent bezel set diamond in 18k yellow gold. Moderately
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

FRENCH Antique 18kt yellow Gold Enamel Cross Pendant with 1.06 carats in Diamond
Located in Aventura, FL
1900, is beautifully crafted in 18kt yellow gold and adorned with eleven old mine-cut diamonds totaling
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Antique Early 1900s Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 3.18 Carat Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Certificate #5781046980 1 old mine cushion cut I-J VS diamond, Approximate .47ct Platinum Stamped: PT950 5.6
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

R. STEWART Victorian 18k/Sterling Silver Diamond Crescent Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
4.35ctw of both old mine cut and rose cut diamonds. The prong-set diamonds are wonderfully faceted, and
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Wendy Vanderbilt 1/2 Carat Diamond Pearl Pendant Brooch Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
antique Old Mine Cut Diamonds. Diamonds Center: Old Mine Cut Approximately 1/4 Carat Color
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Early 20th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
adorned with 0.10ct old-cut diamonds, which are among the most precious gemstones. Diamonds are celebrated
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Diamond and Pearl pendant, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
vibe and is set with over 1ct of old cut and single cut diamonds which provide the most beautiful
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Antique 19th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 2.88 Carat Opal 0.84 Carat Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
, the inner 15k white gold frame embellished with thirty-three pavé set old mine cut diamonds The outer
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Double Dangle Gold Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
15.75 inch chain and catch are white gold. All original old mine and rose cut diamonds. Both pearls are
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Pendant Brooch, Bunch of Grapes, 9k Gold and Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
lovely feminine vibe and is set with over 3.10ct of old cut and single cut diamonds which certainly set
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Antique inspired 2 carat total weight diamond 18k rose gold silver necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique-inspired necklace combines 18k rose gold and silver with a dazzling array of diamonds
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Vintage 1920s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Pear Shaped Moveable Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
or short chain and could even be an excellent addition to your favorite charm bracelet! The old mine
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

RIKER BROS Art Nouveau 14k Diamond Enamel Repousse Locket
Located in Narberth, PA
weight of .12ctw and are both mine cuts. The backside of the locket features a black enameled blooming
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Butterfly is 14 Karat Gold. It is set with a central gorgeous Old Mine Cut Diamond of approximately .20
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Platinum Ruby Unheated GIA Diamond Necklace 18K Pendant Natural Huge 27.57 Cts!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Old South Jewels proudly presents...VINTAGE LUXURY. GIANT GIA 27.57 CARAT NO HEAT RUBY DIAMOND
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Sapphire Rose Diamond Ruby Dragonfly Insect Necklace Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Art Nouveau - Art Deco Rose Cut and Old MIne Cut Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fabergé 14 Karat Yellow Gold Green Enamel Diamond Egg Pendant
By Fabergé
Located in London, GB
and festoons all the way around the pendant and set to its underside with a single old cushion cut
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Antique 1890s European Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - 0.22ct (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 0.22
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

1953 Pearl Necklace natural Sapphire Diamonds solid 18K White Gold 54 cm / 14gr
Located in SE
Blue Sapphire and rose cut Diamonds . The lock is hallmarked 18K , three crowns, maker is EAT ( E
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Vintage 1950s Swedish Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

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Old Mine Cut Diamond Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of old mine cut diamond necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and 14k gold. Our selection of items includes 4062 vintage examples as well as 152 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 18th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of old mine cut diamond necklaces to choose from, but Victorian and Art Deco old mine cut diamond necklaces are of considerable interest. Tiffany Co., Single Stone and Eytan Brandes each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but diamond versions, from our inventory of 2194, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of old mine cut, old european cut and oval cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of old mine cut diamond necklaces for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Old Mine Cut Diamond Necklaces?

Prices for old mine cut diamond necklaces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $215 and can go as high as $1,046,250, while old mine cut diamond necklaces, on average, fetch $2,999.

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.

Questions About Old Mine Cut Diamond Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mine cut diamonds are up to 300 years ago. Mine cut diamonds were popular around the 18th century during Victorian times and are still in high demand today. You’ll find a wide selection of mine cut diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Because the old mine cut is no longer used on diamonds, diamonds with this cut are rare and so you can often get quite a lot of money for them. Nevertheless, it is still dependent on the quality of the individual diamonds and on the color, clarity, cut and carat number.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Old mine cut diamonds are usually worth less than old european cut diamonds. Because they are generally 10-15% less expensive, they are often larger than other cut diamonds for engagement rings.
  • Like any other diamond, an old mine cut diamond's worth depends on a variety of factors. These factors include the 4C's (color, clarity, cut, carat), the overall beauty and "make" of the stone, the demand, supply, etc. On average however, old mine cuts are typically priced slightly lower (around 5-10%) than modern cut diamonds.