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Tiffany Co Elsa Peretti 18KY Gold 0.68ct Round Cut Diamond Chain
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. Diamonds by the Yard necklace in 18k rose gold is a refined and
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20th Century American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

1.9 Carat Fancy Orangy Yellow White Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Gold GIA Cert
Located in New York, NY
Fancy Deep Orangy Yellow Diamond Compass Rose Pendant Necklace in 18K White and Yellow Gold
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

5.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
5.01 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 3.01CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

2.00 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 2.01CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

3.00 Carat Diamond Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold 30 Stones
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K White Gold 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.04 Carat Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace G SI 14 Karat White Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 4.04CT G-H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Diamond Chain Necklace 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant and stylish necklace by the yard is adorned with round station diamonds in bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Angara Natural Round 0.33ct Diamond Chain Necklace in 14K Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant and stylish necklace by the yard is adorned with round station diamonds in bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Mid Century Estate 4 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Drop Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A most interesting Mid Century modern diamond and sapphire drop necklace; part diamonds by the yard
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Vintage 1980s Artisan Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.47 Carat Heart Shape Intense Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
chain made in 18k rose gold. GIA certified the center diamond as Fancy Intense Yellow color weighing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Roman Malakov 7.65 Carats Total Round Brilliant Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
chain of diamonds weighing 2.57 carats total. Finely made with 18K rose gold, 18 inches in length
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Graff Pink Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Graff
Located in New York, NY
, clarity: VS2, GIA#xxxxxxxxxx,and concentric tear drops made in platinum and 18k rose gold diamond, pave
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Platinum

Roman Malakov 1.40 Carats Round Brilliant Diamond Open-Work Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
oval shape. Suspended from a rose cut diamond accented with a halo of round cut diamonds. Diamond weigh
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.01 Carats Total Oval Round Diamond Halo Drop Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A chic pendant necklace, showcasing a 0.26 carat oval shape rose cut diamond, set on a four prong
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victor Mayer Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Aquamarine Necklace and ring
By Victor Mayer
Located in Chicago, IL
ring and an 18" diamond by the yard necklace. The set boasts a total weight of 53.2 grams. The
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2010s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Aquamarine

GIA-certified 5.10 carat NO HEAT pink heart-shaped sapphire pendant necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
by a luxurious 18K rose gold setting, exuding warmth and romance. Accentuating its beauty, a refined
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace with Paper-Clip Chain
Located in Great Neck, NY
Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace with Paper-clip Chain. Half Diamonds by the yard, Half
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Cross Pendant with Diamonds and Pink Sapphires
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Platinum custom made pink sapphire and diamond cross pendant with 18 inch rose gold diamond by the
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Diamonds By The Yard
By Helen Ringus
Located in TRYON, NC
grouped in three's with chain in between each set of bezel set diamonds. The 14 kt rose gold necklace
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2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold

14k Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 0.50 Carat Necklace Length: 20 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 2 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 2 Carat Necklace Length: 18 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1.5 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1.5 Carat Necklace Length: 20 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 0.50 Carat Necklace Length: 22 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 2 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 2 Carat Necklace Length: 24 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 2 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 2 Carat Necklace Length: 22 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1 Carat Necklace Length: 24 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1 Carat Necklace Length: 20 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1.5 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1.5 Carat Necklace Length: 18 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1.5 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1.5 Carat Necklace Length: 22 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 2 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 2 Carat Necklace Length: 16 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 0.50 Carat Necklace Length: 24 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1 Carat Necklace Length: 18 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1.5 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1.5 Carat Necklace Length: 16 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1.5 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1.5 Carat Necklace Length: 24 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1 Carat Necklace Length: 16 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 0.50 Carat Necklace Length: 18 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 2 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 2 Carat Necklace Length: 20 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold 1 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 1 Carat Necklace Length: 22 Inches Diamond
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

0.30 Carat Diamond by the Yard Bracelet in 14 Karat Rose Gold, Shlomit Rogel
By Shlomit Rogel
Located in Ramatgan, IL
0.30 Carat Diamond By The Yard Bracelet in 14 Karat Rose Gold - Shlomit Rogel Gorgeous sparkle
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2010s Israeli Art Deco Chain Bracelets

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

14k Rose Gold 3.00ct Fancy Yellow Round-cut Diamonds by the Yard Necklace 18"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Round Cut Diamonds by the Yard Necklace with 10 natural round cut
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

16 Inch 14k Rose Gold 0.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Round-Cut Bezel Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Number of Diamonds: Eight Gold Color: Rose Gold Carat: 0.50 Carat Necklace Length: 16 Inches
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2010s North American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Diamonds by the Yard Style Necklace with 16 Rose Cuts, Total Weight 1.40 Carat
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds by the yard style 18 kt. gold necklace with 16 rose cut diamonds with a total weight of
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond

18KR Gold Freshwater Pearl with Diamond by The Yard Style Dangle Drop Necklace
Located in Central, HK
the yard style dangle drop. Made in 18K rose gold. 5 pieces rose-cut diamonds ( 0.05 carats ) 5 pieces
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Rose Gold, Gold

0.25 Carat Natural Diamond By The Yard Bracelets 14k Gold
Located in Jersey City, NJ
Yellow/ White/ Rose Gold - 1.85 Grams - 0.25 Carat Diamonds. Please Mention Gold Color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14 Karat Two-Tone Gold 1.23ct Natural Baguette Diamonds by the Yard Necklace 28"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Natural Baguette Diamonds by the Yard Necklace with 120 natural round cut
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

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

Alessa By The Yard Multi Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Essentials Collection
By Alessa
Located in London, GB
, earrings and necklaces in white, yellow or rose gold adorned with white or black diamonds and at times with
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Rose Gold Diamonds Necklace with 2.01 Natural Diamonds in a Gold-Bar Chain
Located in Great Neck, NY
14K Rose Gold Diamonds Necklace with 2.01 Natural Diamonds in a Gold-Bar Chain. Great Design for a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Rose Gold Gorgeous Diamond Chain Necklace Appx 44.8 ct 60"
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
18k Rose Gold Gorgeous Diamond Chain Necklace Appx 44.8 ct 60" Beautiful, Unique Long "Diamond by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

6.05 Carats Diamonds Gold Pendant
By Shreve, Crump Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
weighing 1.20 carats, there are 14 rose cut diamonds set by the yard throughout the chain having a total
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kwiat 18k White Gold 4.70 Carat Diamond Filigree Convertible Pendant / Brooch
By Kwiat
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
inches. Includes original 34 inch Kwiat chain with "Diamond by the Yard" accents. Metal: 18k white gold
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds By The Yard Necklace. Ten beautiful 3.1mm diamonds are showcased in
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

0.55 Carat Diamond Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
32 inch 18 karat rose gold diamonds by the yard necklace featuring 0.55 carat of pave-set diamond
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2010s More Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat White/Yellow/Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White/Yellow/Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace- This sparkling necklace
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20th Century Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

14k Rose Gold Diamonds by the Yard Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k rose gold Diamonds: 7 round cuts= 0.32cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1
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21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

.50CTW Rose Gold Diamonds-by-the-Yard Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond by The Yard Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom designed Material: 18k rose gold Diamonds: 8 round brilliant bezel set= .44cttw
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21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Rose Gold Diamonds By The Yard For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact rose gold diamonds by the yard you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Rose Gold and 14k Gold. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 48 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a rose gold diamonds by the yard may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic rose gold diamonds by the yard over the years, but those made by Alexander of Beverly Hills, Roman Malakov and Tiffany Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a rose gold diamonds by the yard, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Rose Gold Diamonds By The Yard?

The price for a rose gold diamonds by the yard starts at $412 and tops out at $47,890 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,050.

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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