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Metal: Gold
Grade A Jadeite Necklace with Carved Pixiu, 14K Gold Filled, 18.25"
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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, Coral, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

Jumbo Ruby Aquamarine Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Westport, CT
A study in contrast — the Ruby Aquamarine Necklace unites fire and water in a single strand. Deep crimson rubies, rich with intensity, are illuminated by cool aquamarine accents that...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Kunzite 18K Gold Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
Soft, luminous, and quietly romantic, this kunzite necklace glows with a delicate wash of lavender-pink, capturing a sense of calm and emotional warmth. Subtle yet captivating, it br...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Kunzite, 18k Gold

Emerald Pink Sapphire Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Pink Sapphire Necklace Emeralds, Pink Sapphire and 14k Gold 15.25” of 5mm emerald and pink sapphire rondelle beads with a 14k gold lobster clasp. This stunner looks ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Baroque Tahitian Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Diamond "Rosebud" Centerpiece
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind necklace features a center drop pendant with a large Tahitian pearl topped by a bale converted from an old 14 karat gold diamond stickpin. The pearls are al...
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2010s American Contemporary Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

Tahitian Pearl Necklace, South Sea Pearls, 14K White Gold Clasp, 17"
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present to you an exceptional and exquisite necklace featuring large silver Tahitian pearls, accompanied by a clasp crafted from matte white 14-karat gold. The necklace is 17 inc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Marina J. Woven Pearl Sautoir with 14k Gold Ring Removable Pearl Tassel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Sautoir, all hand woven by Marina J. This Sautoir is made using high luster white Pearls (2mm and 4mm Pearls) . Measuring 42 inches long, this Sautoir is versatile able to ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Faceted Beaded Necklace with 14k Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Introducing this utterly charming, light, airy, and sparkling necklace, crafted from faceted aquamarine beads. The high-quality aquamarine is transparent and clear, with no inclusion...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Gold Plate

Necklace with turquoise beads and 18k gold 92.6 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold clasp with turquoise beads necklace with gold spacers - 40 cm Detailed description The necklace consists of 6 rows of turquoise beads, each with gold spacers. Three by th...
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2010s Dutch Modern Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Gripoix c1930s CocoChanel France Glass Intricate Gilt Bronze Chain Bib Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel commissioned French Maison Gripoix in the 1930s to fabricate this elegant handmade chain choker necklace for one of her couture clients. In the Mughal style t...
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1930s French Anglo-Indian Vintage Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal, Bronze

Emerald Green Jadeite Jade Necklace, Untreated, 19", 3.7mm beads
Located in Northampton, MA
This rich emerald green necklace possesses extravagance beauty. The slightly mottled beads are uniform in size and shape and possess a fine high polish. These 103 gleaming natural a...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Peridot Necklace with 14k Gold Charm Enhancer 14k Gold Beads
Located in New York, NY
Peridot Necklace Peridot, 14k Gold, Charm Enhancer 16.5” of the most beautiful , top quality peridot, 6mm rondelle beads. This necklace comes with a 10mm, 14k gold charm enhancer t...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Peridot, 14k Gold

Gripoix ElsaSchiaparelli ShockingPinkGlass HandKnottedDoubleStrand Beaded Choker
Located in Chicago, IL
When fuchsia Burmese rubies were among the most expensive gems in the 1930s, Elsa Schiaparelli began to embrace the "shocking pink" color while designing French-couture clothing and ...
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1930s French Artisan Vintage Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Gilt Metal, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Moss Aquamarine Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Westport, CT
A strand of tranquil blue — the Moss Aquamarine Necklace feels like sunlight drifting across clear water. Each stone holds a wash of serene color, from misty ice-blue to gentle moss-...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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

Tourmaline Pearl 14K Gold Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Celebrate your multifaceted brilliance with this symphony of color that mirrors the full spectrum of your beautiful complexity. Each precious stone whispers a different truth about y...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Pearl, 14k Gold

Jumbo Ruby Necklace 14K 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. • 17" + 1.5" adjustable extension • Ruby ...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold

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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold

AJD 20-Inch Natural Green Imperial Stone Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Necklace of Natural Green Imperial Stone This stunning 20-inch necklace showcases the elegance of natural green imperial stone, a gem known for its rich color and unique texture. Pe...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Other, Gold Plate

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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Graduated Pearl Necklace 18 Karat Gold Clasp With Box
Located in Baltimore, MD
Mikimoto Akoya Cultured Graduated Pearl Necklace 18 Karat Gold Clasp With Box Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 14.18 grams Pearls: 3.7 - 7.5mm round cultured Akoya white pearls with c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

CANDY OPAL NECKLACE with 14k GOLD
Located in New York, NY
Candy Opal Necklace Opals, 14k Gold 16” of multi-colored opal 8mm rondelle beads. The lobster clasp is abutted by four 14k gold beads. Wear this one-of-a-kind necklace alone or a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, 14k 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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Kunzite, Lapis Lazuli, Vermeil

CHANEL Vintage Gold Chain Crystal Blue Beads Long Necklace
Located in Bellevue, WA
DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France The necklace is in good condition showing minimal wear Measurements approx.: length 32" Comes with box IMPORTANT INFORMATION: This item is a...
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Early 20th Century Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Large Classic Antique Butterscotch Baltic Amber and 14K Gold Bead Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Substantial 72.6 gram natural yellow amber and 14K yellow gold bead necklace composed of twenty seven attracive oval amber beads with 14K yellow gold spacer beads. Excellent color with desirable variegation refered to as egg yolk. Amber beads: 29mm to 10mm, graduated Length: 25 inches Weight: 72.6 grams Tested for 14K gold spacer beads and clasp Condition: Very Good Amber is fossilized tree resin which has been prized as a gemstone since antiquity. It has been used as jewelry from 13,000 years ago with amber ornaments having been discovered in Mycenean tombs. Amber and amber extracts have been used medicinally in traditional Chinese medicine to "tranquilize the mind". Natural amber produces a distinct pinewood fragrance which when heated under the right conditions, produces oil of amber, likened to musk, an aphrodisiac. In ancient China it was customary to burn amber at large festivals and celebrations. Baltic Amber is particularly sought after for its beautiful honey yellow color. Two photographs in this listing show this necklace paired with another natural antique amber necklace...
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19th Century Antique Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, 14k Gold, Gold

Bulgari Sapphire Cabochon Necklace Pink Blue No Heat
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari bridged classicism and modernity by introducing its seductive Natural Corundrum Sapphire Necklace, set with cabochon blue pink-purple sapphires weighing a total of 292.78Cara...
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Late 18th Century Sri Lankan Antique Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural Freshwater Edison Pink Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Indulge in the timeless beauty of this exquisite pink Edison pearl necklace. Measuring 18 inches in length and featuring lustrous 11-12mm pearls,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Mozambique Amazonite Knotted Necklace with Amazonite Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Length: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm) Bead Size: 11.5–12 mm Weight: 83.6 grams This stunning necklace is crafted from 100% natural amazonite, mined in Mozambique. The beads display a rich a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Amazonite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Classic Large Antique Natural Butterscotch Baltic 64.4 gr Amber Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful, large, natural graduated oval bead antique amber necklace composed of thirty four hand knotted beads 25mm to 6mm, of desirable yellow-ora...
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19th Century Antique Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Amber, 14k Gold

South Sea Golden Pearls Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present one of the rarest and most valuable types of natural pearls – South Sea Golden Pearls. These exceptional pearls are cultivated in gold-lipped Pinctada maxima mollusks, fou...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 14k 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 Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

AJD 20 Inch Aquamarine Necklace Smooth 15mm With Delicate Translucent Blue
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant 20-Inch Smooth Translucent Blue Aquamarine Necklace – A Versatile Statement Piece Make a statement with this stunning 20-inch aquamarine necklace, crafted with smooth, 15mm ...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Marina J. Woven Pearl Choker with Vintage Mosaic Centerpiece and Lapis beads
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece made by Marina J. This lovely choker features high luster White Seed Pearls, all woven together into a fine lace like design. The Pearl band is adorned in beautiful L...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Apatite, Gold Plate, Silver

Syna Limited Edition Yellow Gold Coral Bead Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Coral beads 40 carats approx. 18kyg roundels 18 inch length Lobster clasp Limited edition About the Designers Drawing inspiration from little thin...
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2010s American Contemporary Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduated Welo Opal Nuggets Inlay Opal Toggle, Winnie Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Opals are my birthstone, so I have always had a soft spot for them because of their unique qualities and fire. They are also notoriously difficult to photograph - especially for a novice like myself! Rest assured, this strand of opals has a lovely fiery translucence and is unique in so many ways . . . even though these photos say differently. A stunning graduated strand of Welo Opals...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

AJD 17 Inch White Button Pearl Necklace Perfect Gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 17-inch necklace, featuring luminous white button freshwater pearls that radiate timeless elegance. Each pearl is carefully select...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Vermeil, Mixed Metal

Birthstone September Blue Sapphire Ombre Necklace II -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Make an unforgettable impression with the Blue Sapphire Ombré Necklace, a radiant tribute to September's celestial birthstone. Featuring faceted sapphire rondelles that transition fr...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Extraordinary Estate Yvel Multi-Colored Baroque Pearl Diamond 18K Gold Necklace
By Yvel
Located in New York, NY
The mesmerizing power of pearls is legendary. Pearls were and continue to be the most valuable of jewels- well documented in Royal portraits - Queen Elizabeth I, King Ferdinand V, In...
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Early 2000s Israeli Artist Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Angelite Gold Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace promises to envelop you in an aura of indulgent elegance and exquisite uniqueness. It serves as the perfect companion for any casual occasion, elevating your presence w...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold, Vermeil

AJD Beautiful Polished Chunky Dramatic Real Turquoise Red Coral Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
This fascinating lovely huge necklace is 20 1/2 inches long. It is enhanced with natural red Coral. The largest Turquoise is approximately 30mm x 24mm ...
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2010s Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Gump s Lavender Jadeite Necklace Midcentury, Extraordinary
Located in Northampton, MA
A necklace that is both extraordinarily beautiful and extraordinarily rare, this is 1960s-1070s Gump's San Francisco necklace composed of 51 highly translucent, natural and untreated...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Modern Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Oregon Blue Opal and 14k Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Oregon Blue Opal Necklace Oregon Blue Opal, 14k Gold 16” of natural Oregon Blue Opal 8mm rondelle beads with gold beads in the front of necklace as well as at the clasp for a super...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold

Blue Opal Necklace 14K Gold -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This blue opal necklace from Bombyx House features a delicate, shimmering strand of vibrant blue gemstones. The opulent opal hues evoke a sense of serene tranquility, making this pie...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Opal, Vermeil, 14k Gold

AJD Beautiful Natural Outstanding White Magnesite Red Coral 19 1/2" Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant statement necklace of WHITE real "lightly natural spider vein" Magnesite (approximately 18mm) enhanced with beautiful highly polished bright red natural round Coral (approxim...
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2010s Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold Plate

Pink Sapphire Necklace 14K Gold -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Radiate feminine power with this captivating pink sapphire necklace from Bombyx House. The vibrant gemstones command attention while exuding a sense of refined grace. • 16" Total L...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold

Necklace of pearl 18k gold claps with brilliant cut diamond up to 2.20ct 46.8 gr
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold clasp with white gold intermediate pieces set with brilliant cut diamonds total 2.20ct - F - VS - on a pearl necklace - 45 cm long detailed description: The total le...
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1990s Dutch Modern Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Natural Freshwater Edison Dark Pink Pearl Necklace with 14K Gold Clasp
Located in Chesterland, OH
Indulge in the timeless beauty of this exquisite dark pink metallic shade Edison pearl necklace. Measuring 17.5 inches (44.5 cm), this elegant pi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Keishi Pearls Kyanite Rock Crystal Georgian Enamel Silver Paste Necklace
Located in Colleyville, TX
Ayla Necklace. Freshwater keishi pearls, with their gorgeous silky nacre, have been hand-linked with rhodium silver and juxtaposed with a jaw dropping Georgian Enamel Silver Paste Pendant. The rich cobalt blue enameled disc has been encased within a silver paste cartouche frame and accented with a feminine silver paste basket of flowers. Three little teardrops dangle from below the ornate frame. This unique necklace has been married to a frilled section of hand-linked rock crystal and kyanite rondelles and further enhanced with a grouping of pink sapphire flanked with pyrite in gold vermeil. The gold vermeil is repeated again as the delicate pendant is suspended from a twist faceted rock crystal teardrop with hand coiled gold vermeil loops. Certain to appeal to any lover of Georgian era jewelry...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Georgian Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Antique Angel Skin Coral Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Clothes, and especially jewelry, affect our mood. By wearing an antique coral necklace and white pants, you agree in advance that today is not the time to worry about anything. Thi...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, 10k Gold

Turquoise Lapis Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Celebrate vibrant elegance with the Turquoise Lapis Necklace, a bold combination of smooth turquoise beads and deep blue lapis accents. This striking piece radiates energy and timele...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Turquoise, Vermeil

Michael Kneebone Pastel Baroque Pearl Granulated Bead Necklace
Located in Austin, TX
Eleven ginormous baroque pearls (origin: China) form this statement necklace. The pearls are in shades of peach, lavender, gray and pink. They are blemish free and possess highly r...
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2010s American Contemporary Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Silver

Lapis Lazuli, Chalcedony, Gold Beaded Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Wearing this necklace, you'll feel uniquely special, wrapped in a narrative that speaks to your individuality. Inspired by Claude Monet's 'Water Bridge, Sunlight Effect,' it exudes t...
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2010s American Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Lapis Lazuli, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Brass

Aquamarine 9.5 Carat Topaz Pearl Multi Strand Necklace 14 Karat White Gold 16"
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning multi strand Aquamarine and pearl necklace with a gorgeous 9.5 Carat Blue Topaz set in 14 Karat White Gold. The necklace is a perfect 16 inches in length. Th...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mid-Century Double Strand Pearls with Diamond Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This elegant double strand pearl necklace is made of 104 7 mm cultured pearls of fine quality with a slightly rose luster and fitted with a diamond and 14k white gold clasp set with ...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Joan Boyce Convertible Black Bead Necklace with Multicolor Crystal Octagonal
Located in Milford, DE
A bold convertible necklace by Joan Boyce, featuring a removable octagonal pavé-set pendant that functions as both a necklace centerpiece and a brooch. The pendant is composed of me...
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Late 20th Century Chinese Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold-filled

Brazilian Faceted Citrine Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Marquis de Pompadour said: “Champagne is the only drink that leaves a woman still beautiful after drinking it.” These citrine beads seem to be filled with champagne. And you will rad...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

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Citrine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1786 -1567 BC Hyksos Scarabs Egyptian Revival Necklace 18K Gold /37.5cm/51gr
Located in SE
This a unique opportunity to buy an extremely rare and strikingly unusual antique necklace, a fine example of Egyptian Revival jewelry composed of 14 genuine ca.1786 -1567 BC ancient Hyksos Egyptian / Middle Eastern Soapstone or Steatite Scarabs assembled /swivel set into solid 18K Yellow Gold frame between ca. 1800s- 1850s somewhere in Europe. All scarabs can be rotated around the axes. Each golden bezel was individually made to fit the specific dimensions of each beetle. The V-lock part and the security chain are made of Silver. The length of the necklace is 37.5 cm / it's a chocker. To make it longer you will need to replace or extend the existing 18K Gold chains for longer ones. Weight of the piece: 51 grams / of which about a half is a weight of 18K Gold metal parts. Condition is fine used / as found - I didn't try to clean it. It seems that the scarabs are covered with tinted beeswax-like substance. All parts are securely set /attached to each- other. Ready to be used again. Most of these or likely all of these beetles date approximately to the period called the Second Intermediate Period of Egypt ca.1650 -1550 BC when Ancient Egypt fell into disarray for a second time, between the end of the Middle Kingdom and the start of the New Kingdom. It is best known as the period when the Hyksos made their appearance in Egypt and whose reign comprised the Fifteenth dynasty. These scarabs are Made of Steatite - a very unusual natural mineral that initially is rather soft ( Mohs hardness 1 ) and easy to carve on but it undergoes transformations when heated to temperatures of 1000–1200 °C turning into Enstatite and Cristobalite; in the Mohs scale, this corresponds to an increase in hardness from initial Mohs hardness 1 > to Mohs hardness level 5.5–6.5 and that makes it a very suitable material for making jewelry like these scarabs. This future of Steatite was known to ancients and they used this material in its initial naturally softer state to carve and shape the way they wanted to and would burn it in the oven when ready making it much harder. The scarabs would often undergo second heating to apply enamels of various colors or were painted with certain long-lasting natural dies - some beetles show reddish glaze or paint still present (note N. 9 and 10) , and two are black colored (N.3 and 11). Once these scarabs were a common form of "charm" which everyone could afford and easily wear strung on a cord on their person. Most scarabs were made for the living, both rich and the poor. The small magical object was believed imbued with particular protective powers that warded off evil and provided good things for the owner for this life and also for the next, particularly when sewn to mummy wrappings. All scarabs in this set are one-of-a-kind genuine ancient pieces. All bottoms are flat and demonstrate the decorations - cartouches typical for Egyptian iconography that demonstrate the extraordinary skills of ancient carvers. N1 : 15mm long,top part grinned off and mounted into the golden lock casing, showing great detailed carving of a goat or an antelope - very common Hyksos design. N2 : 14 mm long, carved design of a hawk and two uraeii /cobras N3 : 13 mm long, two "ankh" hieroglyphics representing life and swirled decor in the center, very typical Hyksos design N4 : 16 mm long, carved design of a Goddess, likely Anubis, and a figure of a Dead in front of him. N5 : 16 mm long, 11 deep-groove concentric circles with remnants of dark-colored enamel still visible, very typical Hyksos design N6 : 18.5 mm long with the body of the scarab nicely carved and engraved with spiral scrolls, a very typical Hyksos design. N7 : 22 mm long, three figures, one knelled N8 : 18 mm long, a figure of a sitting pharaoh N9 : 18 mm long, two "ankh" hieroglyphics representing life with probably the name of a pharaoh in between. N10 : 18 mm long, body of the scarab nicely carved, cross-seal design on the other side. N11 : 16 mm long, black, unknown design N12 : 15 mm long. Very unusual piece I could not find any reference to any similar - there are three small scarabs in the shape of one (Egyptians divided...
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15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Antique Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

AJD Glamorous REAL 20" Dramatic Baroque 15mm-18mm Pearl Necklace
Located in Raleigh, NC
Gorgeous glowing unique handmade 20 inch long glamorous elegant necklace of ocean cultured natural Baroque Pearls (15 mm - 18 mm) set with a gold plated "easy to work" hook clasp.
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate

Ethiopian Opal Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
This necklace, adorned with graduated Ethiopian Opals, empowers you to step into every room with confidence and grace. It whispers of elegance and individuality, making a statement a...
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2010s Artisan Gold Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Vermeil

Ethiopian Opal Necklace - by Bombyx House
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