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Necklaces For Sale
Birthstone July Ruby Necklace 18K Gold -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This vibrant ruby necklace from Bombyx House exudes feminine power. The rich gemstone strand commands attention with its captivating hue. 16" Total Length + 1.5" Adjustable Extensio...
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2010s American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Halo Pendant - 10k Pear 1.82ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold 10k White Gold Stone Information Natural Amethyst Carat(s): 1.70ct Cut: Pear Color: Light Purple Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .12ctw Cut: Single...
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21st Century and Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

LIQUIDATION, 6.87 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace 14K White Gold 16
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Tennis Necklace with Round-Brilliant Cut White Diamonds This luxurious tennis necklace showcases round-brilliant cut white diamonds, renowned for their exceptional sparkle a...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Emerald Tear Drop Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Emerald Cabochon 3.75 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata ...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Platinum, Edwardian era Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Earrings 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning pair of Edwardian earrings, crafted from 18ct gold and platinum. This exquisite design feat...
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold 1940s Cleopatra Necklace in Original Fitted Box
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Cleopatra Necklace 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1940s Makers Mark N K This 1940s 9ct gold, Cleopatra necklace is a breathtaking piece of jewellery that exudes timeless ...
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Mid-20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Leto Lama Red Pink Heart Pendant Necklace 3.3 cts Rubellite 18 Ct Gold Modern
Located in London, GB
A One Of A Kind beautiful Rubellite heart necklace that features a Natural 3.3 Carats stunning Tourmaline Heart with pink red hues. Easy to wear for ...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Sparkling Rock Crystal Pools of Light Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Made c, 1900 this long strand of rock crystal pools of light has extraordinary presence as a consequence of being 18kt gold on sterling sil...
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Early 1900s Chinese Edwardian Antique Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Tubogas Collar Necklace, Hallmarked London 1947
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Tubogas Necklace 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked London 1947 This stunning 9ct yellow gold necklace is a true vintage beauty from the 1940s. The Tubogas design adds a touch of...
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Mid-20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 5.50 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 11mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, carat...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 1.5 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant
Located in New York, NY
**Save this pendant ❤️ to receive price updates** A refined emerald cut diamond pendant necklace crafted in 18K white gold, designed to highlight clean lines and bright brilliance. T...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Silvorra Natural Blue Sapphire Oval Cluster Charm Pendant in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant from Silvorra is crafted in fine 925 sterling silver and features 5 natural blue sapphires, each in an oval cut measuring 6x4 mm. The sapphires, with a total wei...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

CHANEL Vintage Large Gold Lion Leo Coin CC Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
Stunning Large Gold Lion Leo Coin CC Pendant Necklace from CHANEL 100% authentic Made in France Collection 23 Gold-Plated Measurement approx.: 28 inches long Very good condition over...
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Early 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Vintage gold tone large resin blue pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin pendant • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 50 ❤️❤️...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Floral Motif Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian floral motif oval locket pendant crafted in 9K gold. The piece features light and dark blue enamel. Circa 1900. Weight: 5.86g Size: 3.6x2.2cm IMPORTANT: As a b...
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Early 20th Century Victorian Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Antique Pendant Picture Locket solid 18K Yellow Gold / 6.72 gr
Located in SE
Antique Locket hand - made ca. 1920s -1930s. Fine hand - engraved floral ornament on the frontal side. Internal bezels for images inside with plexiglass covers. All parts tested 18K ...
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1930s Swedish Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, Paisley Engraved Round Locket, Hallmarked Chester 1957
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Yellow Gold Hallmarked Chester 1957 Makers Mark B & S * THE GOLD CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this exquisite 1950s locket, crafted ...
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Mid-20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Edwardian Garnet Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian-era open-work pendant, beautifully craft...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Revival 14k Gold-Plated Brass Raw Diamond Bow Choker Bangle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Description The Victorian Bow Choker Raw Diamond Gold Bangle by J Dauphin reimagines antique symbolism as a striking modern statement piece. Handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass, thi...
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2010s Indian Victorian Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

CHANEL Vintage Rue Cambon Large Medallion Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: Oval tag CHANEL, Made in France Gold Plated The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: Chain Length 30", Ornament Length 2.01", ...
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Early 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold

10K Yellow Gold Teacup Saucer Pendant #23972
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10k Yellow Gold Teacup Saucer Pendant Dainty, cute and detailed, this yellow gold pendant featuring a teacup, saucer and mini spoon would be the perfect addition to your colle...
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20th Century Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage massive gold link chain designer runway choker necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer runway necklace MEASUREMENTS • 17" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNER...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

LB offers Vintage SS Heart locket Carnelian Vintage Venetian Opaline Necklace
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage etched Sterling Silver Locket Pendant Necklace. Orange Carnelian beads and Vintage Mille Fiore Venetian ovals, blue heart shaped Murano glass...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Sterling Silver

ROMAN signed bintage gold emerald green glass pendant enhancer designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ROMAN • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Star Shaped Moissanite Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Cluster Necklace For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
Star Shaped Moissanite Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Cluster Necklace For Women. Main Stone Moissanite Material 925 Sterling Silver, Gemstone A P P R O X T I M E All items ar...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Leto Lama Neon Blue Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and Mozambique Oval Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a one of a kind handmade Paraiba Tourmaline necklace set in 18 Ct Yellow Gold combining a large certified 2 carats Blue Green Oval Paraiba from Mozambique and decorated with high in demand and rare Brazilian Neon Blue Paraiba Rounds. Inspired by the serenity and the colours of the ocean as well as ancient Greek Jewellery. Extremely fine, sophisticated and elegant. Ideal for any occasion paired beautifully with this 18 ct gold collar wire chain. Option to buy the pendant separately please message. 2 carats Paraiba Tourmaline...
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2010s British Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold

TIFFANY Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 5.0 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, carat...
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2010s Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

German Kabirski Chiselon Singular Edition Sapphire Diamonds Silver Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Chiselon plays with the tension between what grows on its own and what is shaped by human hands. The main surface has an unusual, fully grown texture — raw, irregular, and alive — wh...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Purple Jade Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone Hong Kong
Located in Dearborn, MI
Purple Jade Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Gemstone Hong Kong Featuring a Beautiful Natural Hand Carved Purple Jade Gemstone Trademarked Hon...
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2010s Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Arts and Crafts Silver and Amethyst Acorn c. 1910
Located in Stamford, CT
An amethyst gem is showcased in this Arts and Crafts period acorn pendant. The cap mirrors the acorn's natural form. On the silver acorn hammered crown stars are engraved. Add to a c...
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Silver

Leto Lama Ocean Drop 3.63 Cts Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing the 3.63 Cts Ocean Drop Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace, a stunning piece of jewelry that embodies elegance and luxury. Crafted from 18-carat gold, this exquisite nec...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Peridot Mix gems Necklace Set
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Peridot & Mix gems Necklace Set Mix Gems Clasp Set in 18K Gold & Silver - 2.00 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fancy Gems Ne...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Necklaces

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Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Peridot, Freshwater Pearl...

Chanel American Indian Zuni FW 1993 Poured Gripoix Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Chanel American Indian Zuni Inspired Lariat Fall Winter 1993 Poured Glass Pendant, by Maison Gripoix , Gripoix faux pearls with elaborate pendant of hand poured glass "stones" in r...
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1990s French Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Bronze, Gilt Metal

CHANEL Vintage XL Quilted Gold CC Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful vintage gold oversized CHANEL CC pendant chain necklace 100% authentic Made in France From the Spring 1994 Collection Very good condition overall aside from light scratches...
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Early 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Moon Quartz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon Quartz 2 carats approx. Diamonds 0.05 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited edition About the Designers ~ Dharmesh Namrata Drawin...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NAPIER signed gold tone chain designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 15" long CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 40 ❤️❤...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Steven Battelle Handmade Hammered Mid-Weight Chain 18K Gold 24 Inch
Located in Soquel, CA
A unique handmade hammered organically textured chain with matt-finish provides a beautiful way to display your treasured pendants. 1.3 mm width. Also available in 18 and 20 inch. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 28 Inch Faceted Round Belcher Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Belcher Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian belcher link chain is made of 9ct rose gold and dates back to the early 1900s. The beauty of this piece lies...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

OVERSTOCK, 40.28 Cts Round Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace 14K White Gold 21
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Elegant Tennis Necklace with Round-Brilliant Cut White Diamonds This luxurious tennis necklace showcases round-brilliant cut white diamonds, renowned for their exceptional sparkle a...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rare Cartier Mid-20th Century 14K Yellow Gold Locket Book Key Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Cartier - rare mid-20th century 14K yellow gold book form locket key pendant 1940's The rectangular shaped 14K gold locket opens to reveal a pair of gold pages with early etched pho...
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Mid-20th Century French Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Heart Charm Tag Chain Link Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Heart Charm Tag Chain Link Necklace Metal: Sterling silver 925 Weight: 65.8 grams Length: 16 inches TD F35001473
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN MotherOfPearl Blue Topaz Gold Diamond Hummingbird Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Signature Blue Topaz Hummingbird Mother-of-pearl pendant consists of: - approximately 2" length x width - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plated rim - mother of pearl - pave diamonds - ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique German Heart Locket Pendant solid 18K / 5 gr
Located in SE
1930's German Heart Locket in solid 18K Gold. Hand -engraved floral decor on the front side. Two internal removable bezels inside. Closure with a click. All parts tested 18K Yellow...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Moon Quartz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon Quartz 3.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Russian Jade Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gold Plated Jade Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
We’re delighted to present this elegant necklace handcrafted from genuine Siberian jade—a stone revered in Russian culture not just for its beauty, but as a symbol of protection and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

18K Gold 0.50ct Deep Red Ruby 0.18ct Diamond Classic Sunburst Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A beautiful and quality cocktail pendant enhancer. This beautiful piece is crafted in our workshop using 18K solid yellow gold and the front coated with white gold. The piece is ador...
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20th Century Thai Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ombre Emerald Necklace 14K Gold Light -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wearing this Ombre Emerald Necklace feels like carrying a quiet kind of power—fresh, grounding, and endlessly graceful. The gentle fade from misty green to vivid jade mirrors a sense...
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2010s North American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

German Kabirski Sophos Singular Edition Cushion Cut Citrines Silver Necklace
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Sophos has a light, naturally shaped perforated structure in silver, plated with white rhodium and gold. The form looks almost organic — like something that could have washed up from...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

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Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Baltic Amber Beaded Necklace, Cognac Color, 28" Long, 55.4g, 1960s
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing a charming yet simple necklace made of natural Baltic amber. The amber in this necklace is raw, untreated, and alive with healing energy. I wouldn’t call the beads mere ...
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Mid-20th Century Baltic Necklaces

Materials

Amber

TRIFARI crown signed gold waterfall amber lucite drops multi chain necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold tone with lucite drops • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wea...
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1980s Vintage Necklaces

Antique European Round Locket Pendant / 3.97 gr
Located in SE
Antique German Locket hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Fine hand - engraved floral ornament on the frontal side. One Internal bezel for image inside. All parts tested 18K Yellow Gold. ...
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1930s German Art Deco Vintage Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Iradj Moini Pink Quartz Semi Precious Carved Antler Monkey Necklace Earrings
Located in University City, MO
Iradj Moini Exquisite chunky semi precious rose quartz & rock crystal carved monkey necklace & earrings ensemble The handmade artisan necklace ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Necklaces

Antique 18ct Gold, Victorian Diamond and Ruby Necklace , Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Ruby Diamond Necklace 18ct Gold Circa 1900 An ornate late Victorian necklace in 18ct yellow gold, featuring a scrolling openwork pendant of stylised trefoil form. Th...
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Early 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Spinel Necklace with 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Spinel Necklace Spinel and 14k Gold One of a kind Spinel Necklace. Beautiful mixed, dreamy spinel stones and 14k gold on an oval link chain. This necklace can dance and dazzle. Th...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, 14k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Marseille Gold Ball Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Marseille Ball Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1910 This beautiful necklace, known as the 'Marseille Necklace, ' features hollow rose-gold balls strung together on a fox link gol...
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Early 20th Century English Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Chanel Vintage Large Gold CC Quilted Pendant Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
Beautiful vintage Chanel gold quilted CC statement pendant necklace 100% authentic Made in France Gold plated Very good condition overall aside from light wear and scratches througho...
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Early 20th Century Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Kunzite Aquamarine Lapis Half Moon Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Limited Edition Drape yourself in the gentle whisper of dawn and dusk with this ethereal necklace, where the lavender Kunzite and serene Aquamarine embrace like sky meeting horizon....
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2010s North American Artisan Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

German Kabirski Saori Handcrafted Raw Spinel Gold Plated Silver Pendant
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Saori is a handcrafted disc pendant made using German Kabirski’s original stained glass technique — a method he developed to work with raw gemstones without forcing them into traditi...
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2010s American Contemporary Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY Co. Jean Schlumberger Platinum Diamond Lynn Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Jean Schlumberger Platinum Diamond Lynn Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 4.30 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 11mm wide Diamond: 4 round brilliant diamonds, carat t...
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2010s American Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

BLOWOUT SALE, 11.07 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold 18"
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A stunning 11.07 carat natural diamond tennis necklace crafted in luxurious 14K yellow gold. This classic piece features round brilliant-cut white diamonds, meticulously set in a tim...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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