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Victorian Sapphire Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Amphora Vinaigrette Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
repousse and a lid that opens on a hinge Accented by a bead set ruby, sapphire, and diamond weighing in
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Antique 1890s Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 1...

Approx. 170 carat multi color sapphire briolet necklace with 14K gold closure
By 15DEGREESLONDON
Located in Boostedt, SH
. Sapphires are known as energetic stones that symbolize knowledge, wisdom, and inspiration. **2 Diamond Pavé
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Sapphire Pearl Diamond Pendant Black Silver Alonso Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl Model may be wearing this pendant/cord with various symbol
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Crystal Castle Tanzanite Sapphire Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, tanzanite, bone, wood, mother of pearl, sapphire, amethyst, crystal, synthetic coral. **Please
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Diamond, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Diamond Bright Blue Sapphire 18K White Gold Stars Drop Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Celebrate love with this meaningful and stylish necklace. This triple-beaded link necklace was
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2010s North American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant Tanzanite Quartz Necklace 37"
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- sapphire - diamond - large freshwater pearl ***PLEASE NOTE -- PHOTOS OF MODEL HAS ON OTHER ITEMS FROM OUR
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold Plate,...

Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl Silver 18 Karat Gold Strand Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Multi-strand necklace is comprised of 1.6 mm freshwater natural pearl beads; well-matched and white
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Antique 1870s Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Pearl Platinum-Topped 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
diamond bead and bezel set throughout. With an additional articulated diamond drop bezel set in center
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Kent Raible 18K Gold Aqua, Diamond, Sapphire Pendulum Pendant Necklace Enhancer
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
piece, adding accents of white diamonds, blue sapphires and fine granulation detail. Adding to the
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Platinum Tutti Frutti Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
0.33 carat Accented by carved bead and foliate sapphire, ruby, and emerald Accompanied by a 14 karat
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold...

Pearl Sapphire Diamond Silver Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Multi-strand beaded necklace in 14kt yellow gold and
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Baroque South Sea Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby and Colored Necklace
Located in New York, NY
sapphires & rubies, 57 yellow, orangy-yellow, brownish-yellow & yellow diamonds ap. 1.95 cts. Length 40
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Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Romantic Necklace in Sapphire with a Flower Scrap Gold, Diamonds and Akoya Pearl
Located in Vannes, FR
Romantic Necklace in Sapphire With a Flower Scrap ,Gold ,Diamonds and Akoya Pearl . the clasp is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Romantic Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Mikimoto Ocean Pearl Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Pendant and Chain
By Mikimoto
Located in London, GB
A Mikimoto 'Ocean' Collection pearl, diamond and sapphire 18 karat white gold pendant and chain
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Clarissa Bronfman Quartz Sapphire Opal Topaz Diamond Wing Moon Rosary Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- diamond opal tumbler bead - diamond topaz tumbler bead - double sided diamond sapphire clasp that opens
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Erté 1970 s Sapphire Diamond Silver 14K Vintage Sophistication Necklace Brooch
By Erté
Located in Philadelphia, PA
carats total - transparent medium blue With round brilliant cut diamonds bead set throughout Weighing
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Theo Fennell Diamond Sapphire and Tourmaline Jewelry Suite
By Theo Fennell
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A vintage 18k yellow gold Theo Fennell diamond sapphire and tourmaline necklace and earrings. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Sapphire Diamond Gold Ebony Pendant Black Gold Alonso Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- Indonesian hand carved ebony wood pallet - pave diamonds - sapphire - 1.75" length x width - gold diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Vintage 7.70 CTW Sapphire Diamond 22K Yellow Gold Drop Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surround and pierced station surmount Bead and bezel set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds
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Vintage 1980s Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Tanzanite Diamond Sapphire Emerald Pearl Tassel Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This beautiful necklace features freshwater pearls and bead emerald that hold a gorgeous tassel
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. 2001 0.90 Carat Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an 18 karat white gold tapered pendant, pavé set to front, with sapphires weighing
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1.17 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum 14K Gold Antique Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
from lotus motif bale and pierced with furling foliates bead set with diamonds Rose cut and weighing
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

G. Bulgari 1.25 Carat Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Enigma Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Pendant designed as articulated square links bead set throughout with sapphire and diamonds in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Pink Agate Diamond Sapphire Peridot Starburst Pendant Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Necklace consists of: - approximately 20" length - sterling silver and diamond designed closing
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Vintage 2.00 Carat Yellow Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Heart Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
brilliant cut diamonds weighing in total approximately 0.50 carat Bead set in white gold with G/H color and
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1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold

14K Yellow and White Gold Custom Sapphire and Diamond Pendant – 2.04ctw
Located in Victoria, BC
Custom-made 14K gold pendant featuring 13 blue sapphires and 8 diamonds in a curved, ribbon-like
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Hematite, Chalcedony, Ruby, Sapphire Malachite Diamond Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier hematite, chalcedony, ruby, sapphire, malachite and diamond necklace, circa 1990
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1990s Unknown Retro Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Hematite, Malachite, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Sapphire Polki Diamond Flower Tanzanite Pearl Carmen Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
LAZULI 8 MM FACETED BEADS - LARGE FIREBALL PEARL BEADS - SAPPHIRE DIAMOND STERLING SILVER BEAD - SAPPHIRE
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Sapphire, Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, Chalcedony, Aquamarin...

Black Opal Emerald Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
suspends from a strand of fine multi gemstone beads. Necklace Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

85.70CT Natural Untreated Gemstone and Diamond Antique Victorian Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This One of a Kind Stunning Gemstone and Diamond Handmade Necklace Dates from The Victorian era
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Antique 1860s American Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Zircon, 14k Gold

Diamond and Sapphire Pendant 14 Karat White Gold on Cable Link Chain
Located in Honolulu, HI
sapphires and 0.43 ct. round brilliant cut diamonds. The diamond are bead set, G in color & VS in clarity
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

Lave Cameo Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
long pave diamond, yellow sapphire and carved onyx bead with lobster clasp at the back. Sil wt
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate, Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Diamond Evil Eye Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
37" long green agate rosary. 14k gold links. Silver, diamond, emerald tumbler bead. Diamond and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 1...

Shimmering 14 Karat White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Dragonfly Pendant on Chain
Located in Tustin, CA
Ladies 14 Karat white gold blue sapphire and diamond dragonfly pendant featuring six faceted dark
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vasari Multi Gemstone Diamond Gold Necklace
By Vasari
Located in Southampton, PA
the end of the necklace is studded with a combination of white diamonds and ~2ct of yellow sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish More Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Garnet, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Quartz Topaz Diamond Rosary Pearl Diamond Sapphire Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
silver tumbler beads - 37" length total - gold fill chain - sapphire diamond silver double sided large
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Opal, Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Gold Plate, Sterlin...

Charles Krypell Pink Sapphire Pink and White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pear Pendant
By Charles Krypell
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pink color Surrounded by a halo of fancy pink round brilliant cut diamonds, bead set in yellow gold
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Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Clarissa Bronfman Lapis Diamond, Sapphire, Peridot, Citrine Starburst Neclace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded necklace consists of: - 18" length - diamond and silver clasp at bottom that opens and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

.0.95 Ct Sapphire and 018 Ct Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Pendant - Belle Epoque
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
sapphire. The symmetrical, millegrain and bead decorated frame is embellished with nineteen pavé set
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Cinta Dragon Pendant In 18Kt Gold With Sapphires Quartz And Diamonds
By John Hardy
Located in Miami, FL
with a movable bale with a hinged snap closure to wear in a chain or a beads necklace. The Dragons in
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2010s Balinese Modernist Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Spinel, Gold, 1...

18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Multi Gemstone Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
3 Strands of 18K yellow gold bead link choker necklace with bezel set cabochon sapphires, emeralds
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Vintage 1980s Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Masriera Plique a Jour Enamel Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant
By Masriera
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, fairies and foliage, accented with brilliant diamonds and colored gemstones and “plique a jour” enamel
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible 18Karat Gold Sapphire Prayer Wheel Pendant Necklace with Granulation
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
the world as you move through your day! Set with four Blue Sapphires, the four small Blue Zircon that
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 0.58 CTW Sapphire Diamond Platinum Vintage Scrolling Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
0.34 carat total - H color with VS2 clarity Bezel set with single cut diamonds bead set throughout
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

1950s Gold Lariat Necklace with Lapis and Gemset Tassels
Located in New York, NY
A long gold ropetwist lariat necklace accented with lapis beads on both ends and terminating in
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Vintage 1950s Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman Emerald, Sapphire, Peridot, Diamond Starburst Pendant Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded rosary necklace consists of: - green agate beads approximately 8 mm - 14k gold filled chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gol...

Art Deco 0.75ct Diamond Sapphire Platinum-Topped 14k Yellow Gold Cross
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum-topped cross form with old European cut diamonds bead set throughout
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Cazzaniga Gold Necklace and Earrings Suite, Circa 1960
By Cazzaniga
Located in London, GB
intricate cylindrical pendant hanging below, set with coral, sapphire, turquoise, diamond and enamel in a
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Vintage 1960s Italian Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2.35 CTW Diamond Sapphire Platinum Foliate Quatrefoil Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.48 carat total H/I color with VS2 clarity - bead set With a
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tanzanite Pearl Diamond Carmen Necklace Ebony Pendants
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Tanzanite Carmen Necklace consists of: - TANZANITE 9MM SMOOTH ROUNDEL GRADE AAA+ BEADS
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Hematite, Amethyst, Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Quartz, Pearl, D...

WABI SABI SHELL PENDANT, Natural Shell, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphire 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Wabi Sabi Shell Pendant Shell, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphire and 14k Gold This perfectly imperfect
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

WABI SABI SHELL PENDANT, Natural Shell, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphire 14k Gold
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Wabi Sabi Shell Pendant Shell, Diamonds, Yellow Sapphire and 14k Gold This perfectly imperfect
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold

Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Pendant Lavaliere Antique Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Art Deco - Victorian - Edwardian Diamond Sapphire Lavaliere Pendant in 18 Karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Sapphire Platinum Vintage Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
featuring scalloped edge terminals Bead set throughout with old European and single cut diamonds Weighing
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Riker Brothers Victorian Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Pendant Brooch
By Riker Brothers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a puffed heart form centering a round cut sapphire weighing approximately 0.20 carat
Category

Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Chalcedony, Sapphire, Diamond Pendant Enhancer
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
Sapphire Princess cut .48cts Diamond .04ct 9.2grams 18k Gold Fits chains or pearls up to 5.3mm Chain sold
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Lapis Sapphire "Carmen" Rosary Ebony Diamond LOVE Amber
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
This one of a kind curated necklace consists of our Signature "Carmen" beaded necklace that can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Hematite, Labradorite, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Quartz, Sapph...

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Sapphire Beads And Diamond Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sapphire beads and diamond necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 50 vintage or 53 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a sapphire beads and diamond necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Coomi, FANCS V by Simona Elia and Gemjunky/M D Designs are consistently popular. See these pages for a bead iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Sapphire Beads And Diamond Necklace?

Prices for a sapphire beads and diamond necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $448 and can go as high as $360,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,396.

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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