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Pearl Amethyst Gold Bead Necklace or Choker
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful bead necklace comprised of cultured pearls, purple amethyst beads, 14-karat gold beads
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold

2 Line Amethyst Beads Carved Cts 1421 Pearl Emerald Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A two-line amethyst carving beads necklace that radiates elegance and charm. It is crafted with
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl

Les Bernard Amethyst and Pearl Frog Necklace
By Les Bernard
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Hand-carved amethyst frog pendant hanging on a knotted amethyst, freshwater pearl, and gilt bead
Category

Mid-20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gilt Metal

Black Pearl Grey Labradorite Turquoise Amethyst Long Bead Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet Water Black Pearl, Grey Labradorite, Turquoise Amethyst and Lilac Beads This is a Long Bead
Category

2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Labradorite, Pearl, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Black Pearl Grey Labradorite Turquoise Amethyst Long Bead Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Sweet Water Black Pearl, Grey Labradorite, Turquoise Amethyst and Lilac Beads This is a Long Bead
Category

2010s American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Pearl, Amethyst, Black Pearl, Turquoise, Gold Plate

2 Line Amethyst Beads Carved Cts 1350 Pearl Emerald Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted with 1,350 carats of intricately carved amethyst beads from Africa, complemented by 34.15
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald

Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine Amethyst Pearl Choker Bead Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin Length: Necklace 16" Hand
Category

2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Gold-filled

Black Pearl Necklace Amethyst Blue Lace Agate Labradorite Turquoise Beads
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Long Black Pearl Necklace with a few contrasting Amethyst and Blue Lace Agate Beads and with small
Category

2010s American Romantic Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Black Pearl, Labradorite, Agate, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Ame...

Baroque Pearl Necklace with Large Amethyst Bead in White Gold Inlay and Diamonds
By Bonebakker
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Baroque pearl necklace with a beautiful quality amethyst bead with floral decoration executed with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst, Tahitian Pearls & 22K Gold Bead Necklace by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A combination of amethyst briolettes in both a large and smaller sizes clustered together at the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, 22k Gold

72" Long Pearl Amethyst and Citrine Necklace
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
and seed Pearls with Faceted custom cut Zambian Amethyst and Citrine Rondelles Sterling Focal beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Joan of Arc Medal Necklace Aquamarine Amethyst White Pearl Beads Choker
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Joan of Arc Medal Necklace Aquamarine Amethyst White Pearl Beads Choker Gold Filled Clasp Length
Category

2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Pearl, Silver

Single strand baroque black pearl interspersed w/ tumbled amethyst beads
Located in New Orleans, LA
. Pearls interspersed with large chunky tumbled amethyst beads from deep purple to almost lilac color. The
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Black Pearl

LB Sterling Charoite pendant Sterling leaf Amethyst beads Sterling bead necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
with Amethyst beads emphasizing the coolness of the Sterling beads. This handmade, one of a kind, piece
Category

Mid-20th Century American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Charoite, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver

Goshwara Rubelite, Amethyst, Grey Tahitian Pearl Chain Necklace
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Rubelite, Amethyst, Grey Tahitian Pearl Chain Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold, from 'Freedom
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Rubelite, 18k Gold

5 Line Amethyst Beads Cts 1124 Pearl Emerald Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Crafted from 1,124 cts of rich purple amethyst beads sourced from Africa, this necklace features 28
Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Hong Kong Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Art Deco Carved Chinese Amethyst Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
amethyst beads and large cab faux seed pearls measurements : Necklace is 16 inches in total length x 3/8
Category

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Luxury Long Pearl and Amethyst necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
Elegance personified! This stunning one-of-a-kind long pearl necklace is hand-knotted with silk and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

AJD Beautiful Real Amethyst and Mother of Pearl 20" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These lovely natural white Pearl shells enhance the natural real round beautiful Amethyst gemstones
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

A.Jeschel Spectacular Amethyst Geodes and Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Amethyst Geode and Baroque Pearl Necklace This captivating necklace is the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Geode, Vermeil

Handmade 41" Gemstone Necklace Amethyst, Morganite, Tanzanite, and Pearls
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of. Kind 41" Long very versatile Fine Gemstone Necklace with Carved Amethyst, and Lilac Carved
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Morganite, Pearl, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Pearl Amethyst Seaside Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Extension • Amethyst Crystal Beads 10mm, Semi-precius Stone, From Siberia • Handmade Ceramics Beads 10mm
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Gold

Cultured Pearl Necklace, Rose Quartz Amethyst Citrine Genuine Pearls
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
This one-of-a-kind genuine pearl and gemstone necklace is a statement piece! The cultured pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, Amethyst, Citrine, Cultured Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

30" Italian mother of pearl amethyst turquoise 18k yellow gold bead necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 30-inch Italian bead necklace features 15 luminous mother-of-pearl beads
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hydrothermal Amethyst, Emeralds, Diamonds, Pearls, Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
conditions. Diamonds 0.09 ct Emeralds 0.12 ct Pearls 112.86 gr Hydrothermal Amethyst 6.40 gr Total Weight
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

AJD Glittering Gem-cut REAL Amethysts and Pearl Shell 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
enhanced by natural Pearl Shells that are approximately 20mm. This necklace is 19 inches long. The
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Silver

Vintage Amethyst Dangle Necklace and Pearl Drop 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Drop Amethyst Necklace Dangling Style & Beaded Pearls 14k Yellow Gold Length 17’ Inch
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Amethyst Flower Pendant and Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clipped over beads, pearls, or even on a chain! This necklace is so pretty, feminine and wearable for all
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Gold Biwa Pearls Natural Crystal Amethyst
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Special rose Biwa natural pearls coming from Japan very rare one, crystal druzy amethyst gold 18kt
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

MARINA B. 'Cardan Perle' Necklace - Pearl, Pink Tourmaline and Amethyst
By Marina B
Located in New York, NY
Discover your unique style and chart your course with the exquisite Cardan collection necklace
Category

Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and 22K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A beaded necklace of beautiful quality, faceted round amethysts with that rich, deep purple. Just
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 22k Gold

"Costis" Triple-Strand Necklace with Multi Green Amethyst Beads tot. 1900 cts
Located in Athens, GR
"Costis" Triple-Strand Necklace with Multiple Green Amethyst Beads totaling 1900 carats. The
Category

2010s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

AJD Natural REAL Amethysts & REAL Pearl Shell 18" Beautiful Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
these Pearl Shells. This necklace is 18 inches long and the clasp is an easy to use silver hook clasp
Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl

Pearl Amethyst And Smoky Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver - 36 Inches
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Pearl Amethyst And Smoky Quartz Necklace In Sterling Silver - 36 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Vintage Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace 10.65ct Antique Victorian 14K
Located in Dearborn, MI
Vintage Antique 10.65ct Amethyst Diamond Pearl Necklace Double Strand 14K Gold Victorian
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handmade one of a Kind Pearl Zambian Amethyst and Sterling accents
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Handmade Pearl and Hand cut Zambian Amethyst Rondelles with seed Pearls and Sterling Focal
Category

2010s North American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Emerald Amethyst Pearls and Chrome Tourmaline yellow gold 22 Karat Gold Necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
22 Karat gold necklace of Amethyst, emerald crystals and fresh water pearls in the manner of Roman
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmalin...

Alex Jona Lapis Quartz Amethyst Silver Beaded Rondelle Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Lapis, Quartz Amethyst Necklace (57 cm long
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Silver

Marina J Amethyst, Rose Quartz, Grey Pearl & Aquamarine Infinity Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous stone necklace by Marina J. This lovely piece is made using multi shaped faceted Amethysts
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pearl, Quartz, Silver

Tahitian Pearl Multicolor Long Beaded necklace 18k Clasp, Lynn Kathyrn Miller
By Lynn K Designs
Located in Oakland, CA
An array of multicolored gems harmonize to make up this playful, kaleidoscopic beaded necklace
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Beryl, Chalcedony, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone...

Dangling Necklace Blue Amethyst & Pearls Dangle Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Elegant Dangling Pearls and Amethyst Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Length 16’ Inch Natural Amethyst blue
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Multicolored Sapphires Amethyst White, Light-Pink Pearls Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Incredible white and light-pink pearls (8/9 mm X 10/11 mm) necklace that has white gold washer
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 14k...

Marina J. Pearl, Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Sautoir with Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful piece by Marina J. This sizeless Sautoir is made with gorgeous faceted Amethyst beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Gorgeous Real Rose Quartz & Pearl & Large Gem Cut Amethysts Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
sparkling checkerboard gemcut glittering real Amethyst rondels - 10.2 mm - and beautiful little round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl & Green Amethyst Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl & Green Amethyst Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Green
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Tumbled Amethyst and 18K Gold Necklace
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
A stunning chunky necklace with large tumbled and faceted amethyst beads with 18K gold spacers and
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Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold

AJD PinkyPurple Amethyst Color Coin Pearls & Rose of France 19" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Bright glamorous pinky purple wonderfully unevenly shaped unique artistic Coin Pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Mixed Metal

Bochic “Capri” South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst , & Mix gems Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & Mix gems Necklace Set in 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topa...

Berca Natural White Kogolon Pearl White Diamond Amethyst Peridot Ruby Necklace
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind Necklace, Chic and Wearable, Perfect with Any Attire: the white purity of Kogolon is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, Peridot, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

A.Jeschel Aquamarine and Green Amethyst bold necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
beads in varying shades of blue, elegantly complemented by hand-hammered Green Amethyst, opulent Baroque
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Amethyst, Opal, Freshwater Pearl

Marina J. Black Pearl, Amethyst, Pink Tourmaline and Rose Gold Watch Sautoir
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearls which display a vivid "oil spill" like iridescence. This Sautoir is made with Amethyst
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Black Pearl, Quartz, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

AJD Elegant 18 Inch Natural Color Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Elegant Natural Baroque Pearl & Amethyst Necklace This exquisite necklace showcases the beauty of
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold Plate

Baroque Black Pearl, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine & Solid 14k Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pair of Earrings by Marina J. This pair of hook earrings is made of Amethyst, Citrine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique German Necklace Natural Amethyst Pearls Silk solid 10K Gold /44 cm/16 gr
Located in SE
German Necklace ca. 1920s - 1930s. Mix of natural Amethyst stones, cultured Pearls, and beads in
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Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold

A.Jeschel Cabochon Amethyst and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
stunning Amethyst and Sterling Silver cross necklace, paired with a beautiful Amethyst and Pearl necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Amethyst, Citrine, Chalcedony & Baroque Pearl Sautoir with Solid 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and findings including Amethyst, Green Amethyst, Citrine, Chalcedony, Blue Topaz, Baroque Pearls and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst, Citrine, Chalcedony & Black Pearl Sautoir with Solid 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Citrine, Amethyst, Black Pearl and Solid 14k Yellow Gold More photos and videos available on my website
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl Aquamarine Amhetyst Necklace Choker Joan of Arc
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Pearl Choker Necklace Aquamarine Amhetyst Joan of Arc Gold Filled Clasp Length 16 inches, 41
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2010s American Art Nouveau Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Labradorite, Pearl, Silver

36" Blue Lace Agate Necklace/Blue Chalcedony with Chrysoprase and Amethyst
By Sabrina Balsky Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
, Australian Chrysoprase, Freshwater Pearls, Tanzanite spacers, and deep Zambian Amethyst Rondelles. Vibrant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Rhodium, Sil...

Alex Jona Amethyst Chalcedony Yellow Gold Soutoir Long Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold, amethyst and chalcedony
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate amethyst beads and pearl necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 3 antique edition and 47 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect amethyst beads and pearl necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a amethyst beads and pearl necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Marina J., Gemjunky/M D Designs and Jane Magon Collections are consistently popular. A amethyst beads and pearl necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 49 Amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and briolette cut alternatives. Finding a amethyst beads and pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Amethyst Beads And Pearl Necklace?

On average, a amethyst beads and pearl necklace at 1stDibs sells for $1,250, while they’re typically $300 on the low end and $10,832 for the highest priced versions of this item.

The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design

There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.

Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.

The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”

Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.

Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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