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DAVID YURMAN Sterling GOLD Necklace Quatrefoil LARIAT Adjustable Wheat
By David Yurman
Located in Wallkill, NY
David Yurman Sterling silver and 18k gold ladies lariat wheat chain necklace. lariat adjusts in
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1990s American Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Gold

J W Toadlena Necklace Navajo Mother of Pearl Sterling Silver Native American
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT NECKLACE BY RENOWNED NAVAJO NATIVE AMERICAN ARTIST JAMES W. TOADLENA IN
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20th Century American Native American Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Pearl, Sterling Silver

1960s Single Strand Cultured Pearl and Emerald Clasp White Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage single strand cultured pearl necklace with a 0.48 carat emerald and
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1960s Unknown Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Halo Pendant Cuban Link Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique piece of jewelry showcasing a pendant with a cabochon ruby, sapphire, and emerald
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1980s American Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds 18 Karat
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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Late 20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Multi Gem And Diamond Collar Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The estate David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Cut Sapphire, Ruby, and Emerald Necklace
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20th Century American Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

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

Christopher Walling Modernist Gold Gemstone Traffic Light Pendant Necklace
By Christopher Walling
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine 'traffic light' Modernist pendant for a necklace. By Christopher Walling. In 14k and
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20th Century American Modernist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Georg Jensen 4 strand Lapis and Sterling Silver Necklace C.1933
By Georg Jensen
Located in Toronto, ON
Very rare collectors piece Georg Jensen Lapis and Sterling Silver Necklace, four-tiered graduated
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1930s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Retro Gold Pendant 10.50 Carat Natural White Cabochon Opal and Ruby Gem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 9K Gold Pendant Natural White Cabochon Opal & Ruby Gemstone Circa 1950. The opals weigh
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

LB offers Tibetan inlaid pendant Venetian glass Resin Crystal Turquoise necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Tibetan inlaid Brass pendant necklace. This very unusual
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Late 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Crystal, Brass

JOHN GILVEY Art-Glass Perfume Bottle Necklace In 14Kt Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Art glass perfume bottle necklace designed by John Gilvey. This is an amazing art-glass perfume
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1990s American Modernist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond, Ruby Multi Color Sapphire Necklace In 18K Gol
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Multi Color Sapphire Necklace In 18K Gold & Silver Beautiful
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20th Century Thai Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Cartier Carved Figural Coral Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A vintage coral figural pendant by Cartier. Depicting a figure carved in deep relief with a dramatic expression. Displaying beautiful natural colorati...
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Hobe Gold-Tone Sculptural Pendant Necklace
Located in Milford, DE
A rare vintage Hobé pendant necklace featuring the brand’s signature sculptural, organic form. The
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Gold-filled

Hermès pendant
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Gray-brown Galet hardstone necklace pendant with silver strap attachment signed Hermès Paris. The pendant is sold complete with original ...
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1980s French Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Other, Silver

Vintage 18k Gold GIA 32ct Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Star Sapphire - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Style Prong Set - Blue
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20th Century Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

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

Vintage 1.86ct Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond 14K Gold Ballerina Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Vintage 1.86ct Cabochon Royal Blue Sapphire Diamond Ballerina Necklace
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond, Sapphire and Cultured Pearl Drop Necklace Set in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Round Cabochon Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 3.5 carats Sapphire Color: Blue Necklace Weight: 12.21 grams
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Opal Ruby Strawberry Pinecone Locket Pendant Necklace Enamel Gold MidCentury 3"
Located in New York, NY
in a wonderful large size of almost 3 inches. The magnificent jewel is set throughout with cabochon
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20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Garden Paradise Arts and Crafts Necklace by Alice Scott, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
The fine workmanship of Alice Scott portrays the joys of a garden. Wild birds, flowers & fruit, the bounty of which is shown in the traditional wicker basket pendant. The skill shown...
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20th Century European Arts and Crafts Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Coral, Silver

Bulgari Hematite, Ruby and Diamond Torsade Necklace with a 43ct Yellow Sapphire
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
with cabochon rubies. Length of the necklace approximately 395mm. Signed Bulgari, numbered.
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1980s Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Hematite, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold,...

Massive and Distinctive 18K Gold and Jadeite Jade Choker Necklace by Trio
By Trio
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This massive 18K yellow gold Mid-20th Century choker necklace is mounted with six large and
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Mid-20th Century Asian Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 1...

European 1970 Modernist Necklace 18Kt Gold 176.25 Ctw Rhodochrosite Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Retro modernism necklace with Rhodochrosite. Wonderful retro-modernist necklace, created around
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1970s German Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Rhodocrosite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Lacroix Paris Massive Huge Scale Avant Garde Couture Necklace c 1980s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in University City, MO
Christian Lacroix Paris Massive huge scale avant-garde couture statement necklace c 1980s The
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Late 20th Century French Artisan Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Base Metal

Vintage amphora perfume holder charm in 18 kt gold.
Located in Abano Terme, IT
estetica, infatti, una volta tolto il tappo, su cui è incastonato un rubino cabochon, si puo riempire con
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1960s Italian Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ciondolo Turchese con N° 79 Diamanti e Zaffiro Cabochon. Made in Italy. Oro 18Kt
By Loffredo
Located in Rome, IT
Pendant with Cabochon Cut Oval Turquoise with Diamonds and Cabochon Cut Sapphire, with Silk Cord
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20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Onyx, Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Barzizza 18kt WG/YG Diamond 5.13ct Gem Stones 13.73 Ct Lariat Necklace
Located in New York, NY
unique jewelry pieces.This 18 karat white and yellow gold lariat style necklace is the perfect example of
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Enid Kaplan Sterling Silver Gold Spinel Quartz Ariadne Amulet Necklace
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Handmade, one of a kind amulet necklace entitled "Ariadne" created by New York artist and jeweler
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1990s American Artisan Vintage Cabochon Necklace

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Quartz, Spinel, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

20.50 Carat Aqua Diamond Ruby Art Deco Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro Art Deco Cats Eye Aqua, diamond and ruby pendant necklace. 20.50 cabochon natural cats eye
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20th Century Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Sterling Silver Peyote Bird Chip Inlay Squash Blossom Necklace Navajo Zuni
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Silver silver Squash Blossom necklace Crushed Turquoise and Coral Measures Naja is 2.90
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1970s American Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Jade Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamond. This Pendant has 1.80 Carats of Cabochon Cut Rubies. This Pendant has a 9.80 Carats
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified 108 Carat Carved Pastel Green Emerald Regal Pendant Necklace
By Gad Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Pendant Necklace. A vintage regal design with mid to late 20th century origins and a gold crown motif that
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Mid-20th Century North American Retro Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

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

David Yurman Sterling and 14k Gold Double Strand Necklace with Chalcedony Stone
By David Yurman
Located in Bradenton, FL
David Yurman Sterling & 14K Gold Double Strand Necklace w/ Chalcedony Stone. 124 grams total
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

30 Carat Opal Pendant Necklace Red Fire 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely spectacular 30 Carat Fire Opal Pendant in a stunning Flame Motif setting in 14 Karat Gold. The extraordinary opal is 1 3/8 inches tall and is 7/8 inch wide. T...
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20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Silver Moonstone Glass Multi Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The Silver Moonstone & Glass Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace is an ethereal and versatile accessory
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Late 20th Century Regency Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Gold Cloverleaf Pendant with Amethysts
Located in Bologna, IT
Pendente in oro giallo 18k (750/1000) , marcato "750", costituito da quattro cabochon biconvessi a
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Rare Crystal Rock Gilt Metal Necklace by Goossens c 1983
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Rare crystal rock gilt metal chain necklace designed by Robert Goossens The
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1980s French Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Buccellati 1960 s Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold Silver Vintage Pineapple Fringe Necklace
By Buccellati
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a garland of bezel set lapis lazuli and pineapples alternating in pattern Lapis measures 17.0 x 8.0 mm - opaque ultramarine blue with white mottling Displaying subtle pyr...
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1960s Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Red Ruby & Fancy Color Sapphire Necklace Set in 18K & Silver Elegant and
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Late 20th Century Thai Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 1...

18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace Set with 14.30 Carat Amethyst and Diamonds
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
mysteries. These elegant and refined pendant necklace, very pleasant to wear casually every day and looks
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20th Century French Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Signed 1960 s Modernist Gold, Silver, Multi-Gemstone Necklace by Resia Schor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist pendant necklace. By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor
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20th Century American Modernist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

CIGALINI signature pendant with jade, aventurine quartz and chalcedony.
Located in Bologna, IT
stilizzata in oro inciso e traforato, decorata con cabochon in pietre. Il peso complessivo è di 27,09 grammi
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1970s Italian Artist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Chalcedony, Jade, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold pendant pendant with Citrine Quartzes
Located in Bologna, IT
scuro. Forma e taglio: rosetta e cabochon circolare. 04 Quarzi Citrini di colore giallo- arancio. Forma
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Garnet, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s Multi Strand Pink Coral and White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
This is a lovely multi-strand vintage Pink Peach Coral Necklace with a Coral Pendant featuring
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1950s British Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seven Hearts Shaped Ruby and Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Panther Link Chain
Located in Los Gatos, CA
This one-of-a-kind vintage necklace is composed of seven large heart-shaped cabochon rubies
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20th Century Italian Romantic Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendente Porta Fotografia in oro 18 Kt e Turchese
Located in Cattolica, IT
turchesi a taglio cabochon. La parte interna del ciondolo ha due spazi per inserire due fotografie con
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Jade Freeform Pendant with 6 Oval Cabochon Jade Pieces
By Moshi
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cabochon jade pieces of very fine quality.
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Modernist 1970 s Gold, Silver, Gemstone Necklace/Brooch by Resia Schore
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine convertible Modernist pendant necklace and brooch combination. By the New York City
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

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 Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Multi-strand Amethyst Citrine Quartz Peridot Necklace with Lavender Jade Clasp
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate multi strand necklace consisting of 4.5-5mm beads made of amethyst
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1990s Unknown Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Moonstone, Sapphire and 9 Carat Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
cabochons and drops. At the centre of the necklace there is a sapphire measuring 20pts. Chain Length: 42cm
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1960s British Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Blue Topaz Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamond. This Pendant has 1.80 Carats of Cabochon Cut Rubies. This Pendant has a 8.00 Carats
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

330 Ct Natural Carved Blue Sapphire 65 Ct Diamond Necklace Bracelet Earring
Located in New York, NY
330 Ct Natural Carved Blue Sapphire & 65 Ct Diamond Necklace Bracelet & Earring set in 18 Karat
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1980s Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
By Franklin MInt
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large statement piece from The Franklin Mint features the first recreation of great museum jewelry, the coronation scarab of the Pharaoh Tutankhamen large pendant in solid 14k g...
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1970s American Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-20th Century 14K Gold Lapis-Lazuli Cylinder Necklace 29 1/2 Inches Long
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This charming 14K yellow gold and vibrant blue Lapis-Lazuli cylinder necklace is certain to become
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Cabochon Necklace

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

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Vintage Cabochon Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage cabochon necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 123 vintage editions and 4 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage cabochon necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage cabochon necklace over the years, but those made by Georg Jensen, Bulgari and Cartier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A vintage cabochon necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 30 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also pear cut and round cut versions for sale. When shopping for a vintage cabochon necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Vintage Cabochon Necklace?

The price for a vintage cabochon necklace starts at $143 and tops out at $89,999 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,705.

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 Vintage Cabochon Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024
    To tell if a necklace is vintage, one approach is to conduct research using trusted online resources. Start by looking for hallmarks and then use the maker's mark to identify the brand that produced it. From there, you can look at online catalogues and reference guides to determine approximately when your jewelry was made. A necklace is vintage if it is between 20 and 99 years old. Another option is to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler help you with the dating process. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of vintage necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
    To tell if a rhinestone necklace is vintage, look on the clasp or the back of the pendant for a maker's mark. By snapping a photo of the mark and performing a reverse image search or entering a description of the marking into an online search engine, you can often identify the maker of a piece. Then, conduct further research to learn when the company or artisan was active and producing necklaces similar to yours. It is vintage if you estimate that your necklace is between 20 and 99 years old. Older pieces are antiques, while newer ones are contemporary. For additional assistance with dating your rhinestone necklace, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a vintage Tiffany necklace is real, look closely at the links and clasp. Due to their expert craftsmanship, Tiffany Co. links appear continuous and have no visible seams or solder marks. The clasp should also be sturdy and free of solder or glue marks. Hallmarks can also help you authenticate your piece. Most Tiffany Co. jewelry will say the maker's full time or “T&Co.” Items marked simply with “Tiffany” are usually not authentic. Comparing the markings on your jewelry to hallmark images found on trusted online resources can help you identify counterfeits. A certified appraiser or experienced dealer can also be of assistance. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage Tiffany Co. necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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