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Necklaces For Sale
Imperial Russian Guilloche Egg Pendant with Ruby, workmaster Alfred Thielemann
Located in Chesterland, OH
This stunning egg-shaped pendant, crafted from gilt silver, features a vibrant guilloche green enamel finish. It is elegantly adorned with a star motif on one side, accented by a tiny natural ruby—a truly captivating piece. What sets this apart is its origin: it is not just any Russian silver jewelry, but a rare and highly prized collectible—an Imperial Guilloche Egg...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

TIFFANY Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 50mm Round Pendant Necklace XL
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 50mm Round Pendant Necklace XL Metal: 18K Gold Gold Weight: 21.50 grams Pendant: 50mm (1.97") in diameter, Extra Large size Silk Cord: Tiffan...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Russian Imperial Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and enamel egg with a cartoon face on both sides. The body of the egg is enameled in a beautiful...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Snake Link Chain Extender Pendant with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain Extender 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Add a touch of versatile elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 15ct yellow gold snake link ext...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Sapphire, Diamond and Demantoid Garnet Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Sapphire Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately Late Victorian pendant in 18ct yellow gold, centred with a Sapphire, framed by an ornate fo...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

New 4.18 Carat Blue Opal Diamond Cut Sapphire 14k W Gold PL Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and has a fabulous design. It's truly a glamorous statement necklace. The blue opal stones are from Ethiopia, and they are oval cut and measure 4 x 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold, Duck Pendant Charm, Circa 1970s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Duck Pendant 18ct Gold Circa 1970s * The chain is sold separately. Stylised duck pendant in 18ct yellow gold, modelled standing with wings folded and head facing fo...
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Late 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Peridot Seed Pearl Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Peridot Pendant 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately An elegant openwork pendant in 9ct yellow gold, finely crafted in the Art Nouveau style with s...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver, Victorian Chain Necklace with Silver Engraved Locket Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Book Chain Necklace & Locket Sterling Silver Circa 1880 A finely crafted late Victorian silver locket and chain, dating to circa 1880. T...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise Enamel Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1880 *chain sold separately Lovely, little Victorian pendant. Set with a centre, oval turquoise stone & framed in beautiful black & wh...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Magnificent Antique Georgian 6TCW Rose Cut Diamond 26.3 TCW Amethyst Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Museum quality, magnificent large antique Georgian rose cut 6 TCW diamond and 26.3 TCW royal purple amethyst pendant Early 19th Century The scale and quality of this spectacular piec...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Imperial Guilloche Green Enamel Egg Pendant, by Alfred Thielemann
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another unique item from our collection—an elegant miniature egg pendant adorned with guilloché enamel from the era of the Russian Empire. This exquisite pi...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage WESTERN GERMANY gold tone locket designer pendant chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned WESTERN GERMANY • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ...
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20th Century Necklaces

ART signed vintage gold tone Maltese cross turquoise designer necklace brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ART for ARTHUR PEPPER • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer necklace brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minim...
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20th Century Necklaces

MONET signed vintage gold tone enamel designer chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 32 ❤...
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20th Century Necklaces

Antique c.1900s Victorian Pastel Shell Necklace
Located in London, GB
This charming antique Victorian necklace features natural pearl shell beads, delicately dyed in soft pastel shades of pink, blue, peach, and cream. These petite spiral shells catch t...
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20th Century English Victorian Necklaces

14K Gold Filled and Jade Necklace with a Pair of Carved Pixiu
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a grade A jadeite necklace with natural coral as spacers and 14K gold filled components. We created this necklace with up to 14 mm smooth jade beads and wired a pair of carve...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Coral, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Faberge Imperial Guilloche Enamel Egg Pendant Bird, workmaster Alfred Thielemann
Located in Chesterland, OH
A Fabergé workmaster Alfred Thielemann gilded silver egg pendant, guilloche orange enameled, and adorned with an adorable, detailed, relief kiwi bird was made in St. Petersburg, Russ...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Syna Yellow Gold Chrysoprase Sugarloaf Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Chrysoprase 8.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.20 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fr...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 1.14 Carat Red Ruby Cabochon Diamond Cut Ruby Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This is such a beautiful necklace. It has a 7 x 5 x 3 ruby cabochon stone that totals 1.14 carats. The stone is from Madagascar. It is surrounded by diamond cut rubies. The pen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

14k White Gold 6.5 Carat Emerald Brilliant Cut Diamond Slider Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a beautiful necklace! There is a 6.5 carat emerald center stone measuring 6.5 x 4.5 mm. and there is also a .03 carat brilliant cut diamond on this beautiful 14k white gold set...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage French Made Rosary 18k Yellow Gold, Early to Mid-Century
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage (possibly antique) French 18K Yellow Gold Rosary Necklace, Mid-Century Metal – 18K yellow gold, hallmarked with French eagle head for 18 karat gold purity Maker’s Mark – Fr...
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Mid-20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MONET signed vintage gold tone pearl enamel designer link necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with enamel and glass pearls • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of ...
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20th Century Necklaces

Imperial Guilloche Enamel Gilt Egg Locket Pendant, Workmaster Feodor Afanasiev
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exquisite antique medallion created in the early 20th century in the Russian Empire by master Feodor Afanasyev, known for his collaboration with the lege...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Vintage 9ct Gold, Hallmarked London 1972, Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm
Located in Brighton, GB
Articulated Gold Fish Pendant Hallmarked 9ct Gold London 1972 This is a 9ct yellow gold articulated fish pendant, hallmarked in London in 197...
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Late 20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

RALP LAUREN signed vintage gold tone glass massive designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed RALPH LAUREN • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku...
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20th Century Necklaces

Vintage gold tone enamel faberge egg pendant chain designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️❤️ ...
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20th Century Necklaces

LIZ CLAIBORNE signed vintage gold tone blue pearl designer chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed LIZ CLAIBORNE • gold tone with faux pearls • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear...
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20th Century Necklaces

15ct Gold Cased, Victorian Engraved Chalcedony Seal Fob Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Seal Fob Tests as 15ct Gold Cased Circa 1880 * The chain is sold separately A finely crafted Victorian-era fob featuring a translucent engraved chalcedony panel, likely...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Gold, 15k Gold

New 2.63 Carat Heart Ruby Diamond Cut Ruby Y Gold PL Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
This necklace is just gorgeous and unique. It has a Heart-Shaped Ruby Cabochon Centerstone that measures 10 x 9 x 4 mm and it totals 2.63 carats. It is surrounded by 2 rows of diamo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Russian Imperial Bowenite Egg Pendant by Albert Holmström
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present a beautiful egg pendant in the form of a miniature gilt silver double-headed eagle. The egg itself is made of Bowenite stone, and the double-headed eagle is made of gilded...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces

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Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique Georgian era Rose Cut Diamond Silver Star Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Star Pendant Silver Tested Circa 1850 * The chain is sold separately Step into the elegance of the past with this exquisite 8-pointed star pendant. This stunning piece f...
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Mid-19th Century European Georgian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Silver

10K Yellow Gold .61 Carat Diamond Encrusted Pear Cluster Pendant Necklace 16"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is such a beautiful necklace. It has 61 1.3 mm brilliant cut diamonds on the pear shaped pendant. All told, they total .61 carats. The pendant is attached to a beautiful 10k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Vintage long pearls crystals beaded cluster long tassel necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • faux pearls and crystals • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 33 ❤️...
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20th Century Necklaces

14k Solid Yellow Gold Bail Engraved Pear Shape Natural Aquamarine Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Simple chic Engraved Pear Shape Natural Aquamarine pendant measuring 21 mm x37 mm set with solid 14 Kt. yellow gold bail (chain not included...
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2010s Thai Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 14.80 Carat Citrine Diamond Cut Sapphire Rose Gold PL Sterling Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a magnificent pendant! The center stone is a fancy oval cut citrine and is 14.80 carats. It measures 18 x 15.2 mm and is set in a beautiful Rose Gold Plated Sterling Silver Gr...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Citrine, Sapphire, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Russian Imperial Jade Egg Pendant with Rubies and Diamond, by Alfred Thielemann
Located in Chesterland, OH
Discover a stunning gilt silver egg pendant featuring a black nephrite, beautifully adorned with a gilded asymmetrical floral design accented by three delicate rubies and a diamond. ...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

Large Amethyst Gemstone Triple Strand Necklace with Art Deco Style Clasp
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a triple strand amethyst necklace with an vintage Art Deco style clasp. We created this necklace with 11-12mm large faceted amethyst beads and 4mm smooth beads as spacer plus...
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2010s American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Loving Heart Pendant Necklace Mini
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Loving Heart Pendant Necklace Mini Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" Pendant: 10.1mm long x 8.5mm wide Hallmark: "T&CO. 750 ©Paloma Picasso...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

TIFFANY Co. Return to Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Oval Tag Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Return to Tiffany 18K Yellow Gold Oval Tag Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Length: 15.5", choker style Oval tag: 22.5mm wide x 18mm high Weight: 39.50 grams Hallmar...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold on Silver Masonic Ball Fob Circa 1970s
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold on Silver Masonic Ball Fob 9ct on Silver Makers Mark JHW Engraved Made In England Circa 1970s *The necklace is sold separately. A piece steeped in mystery and ...
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Late 20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Kenneth Jay Lane Antique Gold Plate Swarovski Crystal Merman Mythology Necklace
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Kenneth Jay Lane antique gold Swarovski crystal mythological merman necklace features octagonal ruby crystal centerpiece with baroque pearl drops. Luxury designer jewelry for collect...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass, Mixed Metal

9ct Gold, Edwardian Amethyst, Pearl Peridot Suffragette Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately Suffragette pendant in 9ct yellow gold, set with approximately 3 carat round-cut amethyst at the ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 1920s 0.47 Carat Diamond Set in New 18ct White Pendant on Platinum Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Diamond Necklace 18ct White Gold Stamped Maker Mark CJS Circa 1920s This pendant necklace is truly stunning, featuring a single natural, brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0....
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Early 20th Century European Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Natural Untreated Burmese Jadeite Pendant in Sterling
Located in Northampton, MA
This exceptional antique Burmese jadeite carving—guaranteed natural and untreated by our Certified Professional Gemologist—captures one of the...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Nouveau Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY Co. Platinum Diamond Tulip Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Tulip Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 4.60 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 23mm long x 11mm wide Diamond: round diamonds, carat total weight .25 a...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 9ct Gold, Georgian Tear Drop Amethyst Pendant, Circa 1850
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Georgian Amethyst Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1850 *The chain is sold separately. Crafted in gold, this pendant features a teardrop-shaped amethyst suspended below a smalle...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 15k Gold

Stella Ruby 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
A quiet blaze of color — the Solis Ruby Necklace captures the warmth of sunlight at its most vivid. Radiant ruby beads shimmer with natural intensity, while slender 18K gold accents ...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Imperial Guilloche Red Enamel Egg Pendant, Workmaster Albert Holmström
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another unique item from our collection—an elegant miniature egg pendant adorned with guilloché enamel from the era of the Russian Empire. This exquisite pi...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Late 19th Century Italian Old Cut Diamond Riviere Necklace Circa 1870
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: late 19th century Lenght: 44 cm Weight: 56,23 gr The necklace, attributable to the Italian manufacture of the 1870s, is characterized of a degrading riviere composed of for...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

New 8.80 Carat Citrine, Tanzanite Sapphire Sterling Rose Gold PL Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
What a magnificent pendant! The center stone is a fancy oval cut citrine and is 8.80 carats. It measures 11 x 9 mm and is surrounded by 8 oval tanzanite stones and there is also on...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Necklaces

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Sapphire, Citrine, Tanzanite, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Rose Gold

Russian Imperial Egg Pendant with Gilt Bulldog and Ruby Eyes by Julius Rappoport
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present to your attention a unique and extraordinary piece from our collection — a malachite egg pendant featuring a gilt-silver bulldog figurine with ruby eyes, created during th...
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Early 20th Century Russian Empire Necklaces

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Malachite, Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique 18ct Gold, French 1920s 20 1/4 Inch Fancy Filigree Link Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Link Chain 18ct Gold Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold chain from the 1920s, a true testament to vintage elegance and craftsmanship....
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Early 20th Century European Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY Co. 18K Gold Stitch Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Stitch Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 2.90 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 7.5mm wide Hallmark: "T&CO. 750" on pendant, "TIFFANY&Co. 75...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

14K Gold Clasp Av. 7mm White Sea Pearl 3 Strand Necklace, 17 inches
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
NOTE: The first photo is a little bit broken as it shows incomplete pearls where they are not seemed to be round- please refer to the video and other photo provided as well for your ...
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20th Century Thai Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold 20 3/4 Inch Belcher Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Padlock Belcher Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked London- The date letter has rubbed Circa 1910 Maker Mark K K D This stunning Edwardian oval belcher chain is cra...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Large Ornate Antique Georgian 15K Gold Carnelian Intaglio Fox Motif Fob Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Georgian 15K yellow gold carnelian intaglio Turner crest ornate fob pendant featuring a prominent fox motif central design and striking sea shells and roses along...
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19th Century English Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Carnelian, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18ct White Gold, 3 Carat Diamond Heart Pendant on Platinum Figaro Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Diamond Heart Necklace 18ct White Gold Platinum Circa 2000 This exquisite heart necklace showcases approximately 3 carats of stunning natural diamonds, with a captivating h...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Van Cleef Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Necklace
Located in London, GB
- Created in 2006 by Van Cleef Arpels, the Magic Alhambra jewellery creations gather different-sized Alhambra motifs, coming together in a joyful dance. Inspired by the clover ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY Co. 18K White Gold .05ct Diamond Cross Stitch Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K White Gold .05ct Diamond Cross Stitch Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K White Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 7mm wide, mini size Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, cara...
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2010s Italian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique and Vintage Necklaces for Sale: Shop Van Cleef Necklaces, Pearl Necklaces and Tiffany Necklaces on 1stDibs

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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