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Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire white gold and platinum Necklace. Total length: approximately 42.00
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Art Deco Style Pearl Sapphire Tassel Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Baume creation - Unique piece. Cultured oriental white pearl necklace, the pearls are of the
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, Blue Sapphire

Art Deco Cabochon Moonstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Cabochon Moonstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace Cabochon moonstone 17.5 x 11 x 5 mm, with
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful multi gemstone necklace taken from the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement
Category

20th Century Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous sapphire and diamond Art Deco necklace featuring a striking design. At the
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming sapphire and diamond necklace crafted during the pinnacle of the Art Deco
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond & Cabochon Sapphire Satouir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond & Cabochon Sapphire Satouir Necklace Description: This exquisite Platinum and 18K
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Sapphire Crystal Long Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco open back faux sapphire long riviere necklace set in gilt metal. The necklace is a
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Rossella Ugolini Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire Sautoir Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Elevate your style with the enchanting Rossella Ugolini Art Deco Style Sautoir Necklace, a
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2010s Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Art Deco 2.58ct Diamond and Sapphire Necklace, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning example of Art Deco craftsmanship, this diamond and sapphire necklace radiates timeless
Category

Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 2 Carat Diamond & Sapphire Filigree Bar Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This Art Deco diamond bar pendant was converted from an antique French filigree brooch and offers
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Revival Platinum Chain Necklace Diamond Sapphire Enamel Beads
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delicate Art Deco revival platinum chain necklace, featuring enamel beads, sapphire and diamond
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Mosaic Art Deco Style 47.61 Carat Sapphire Statement Coomi Necklace
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
from the Luminosity Collection, which is inspired by the mosaic and art deco. Luminosity collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Plat Sapphire & Diamond Filigree Scroll Work Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
-PAR Antique Art Deco Milgrain Filigree Detailed Scroll Work Pendant Necklace.
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and diamond art deco drop necklace 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond art deco drop necklace 18k white gold Sapphire and diamond halo cluster around
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire and diamond art deco drop necklace 18k white gold
By Unbranded
Located in London, GB
1.9ct Pear Sapphire and Diamonds Halo drop evening pendant necklace in 18k gold. Sapphire pear
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Art Deco Pendant Necklace was created in America Circa 1925. Featuring a Shield form
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
Art Deco Necklace in White Gold, Yellow Diamond, Diamonds, & Sapphires
H 2.33 in W 0.79 in D 0.28 in Dm 2.37 in L 2.33 in
Art Deco 4.00 CTW Diamond Sapphire Platinum Vintage Sartuoir Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a sartuoir style fancy link chain necklace suspending a pendant from drop station
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style Yellow Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Antique looking Yellow Sapphire and Ruby Pendant necklace, with Diamond - all set in 18K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, 18k Go...

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly wonderful cross that dates back to the Art Deco era. The pendant is crafted in
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 15 Carat Colombian Emerald Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
Art Deco Certified 15 Carat Colombian Emerald Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum 1930s
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 14K Gold Filigree Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Venice, CA
Circa the cusp of the Edwardian and Art Deco eras (1915-1920), this 14k white gold pendant necklace
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Necklace Emerald Sapphire Bead with Diamond Opal Platinum Clasp
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful Art Deco necklace featuring emerald and sapphire beads. This lovely vintage
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphires. A classic Art Deco with geometric shapes and milgrain settings. Pendant Length: 1.75 inches
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Filigree Art Deco Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Filigree open work pendant with 35 round diamonds
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 1920s Platinum & 18K Gold 1.12tgw Sapphire & Diamond Drop Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco diamond, diamond, sapphire, platinum, white gold pendant necklace, comprising nine
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond 8K White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Art Deco-inspired Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant
Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

ART DECO 1930 Stations Sautoir Necklace In Platinum With 6.05 Ctw In Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Art-Deco sapphires stations chain necklace sautoir. This is a gorgeous stations long sautoir
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Style 14K Filigree Pendant Simulated Pink Sapphire Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage pendant is a late 80s to early 90s reproduction from an original Art Deco
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Ladies Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
sapphire necklace. Engraved with "750". Pre-owned in excellent condition. Might show minor signs of wear
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco Diamond & Sapphire Negligee
Located in New York, NY
An original 1930s Diamond and Sapphire negligee set in platinum and 18 K gold. This delicate
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco French Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Drop Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco French Platinum Old Euro Diamond and Sapphire Drop Necklace. This
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire Art Deco Pendant Necklace 1950s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Sapphire Art Deco Collar. A delightful and demure pendant collar necklace inspired by Art
Category

Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Filigree 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Victorian - Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Lavaliere Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Deco Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in Aventura, FL
: 1920's Style: Art Deco Metal: 18Kt Yellow Gold & Platinum Natural Stone: Diamonds and Blue Sapphires
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Whiteside & Blank Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Pendant Lavaliere 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Art Deco - Victorian - Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Lavaliere Pendant
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Art deco necklace full set with diamonds and a natural Sapphire
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
. Complementing the diamond, a rare, untreated 10.00-carat violish blue sapphire adds a touch of uniqueness and
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Pearl Sapphire and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a truly wonderful cross that dates back to the Art Deco era. The cross is crafted in
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Style Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Amethyst Citrine Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Emeralds. This Necklace has 1.15 Carats of Blue Sapphires. This Necklace has 1.15 Carats of Rubies. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Sapphire, Ruby, Quartz, Emerald, Citrine, Amethyst...

Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire, and Aquamarine Bead Double Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Platinum, Sapphire, and Aquamarine Bead Double Strand Necklace Description: This elegant
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20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Pendant Sapphires & Diamonds floral design
Located in Milano, MI
Beautiful deco period (1930s ca.) pendant set in gold and silver with rose cut diamonds and square
Category

Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

Platinum 2 carat Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Pendant Pin Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Art Deco pendant with 2 carats of diamonds accented by specialty French calibre cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Gem Quality Natural Sapphire Art Deco Pearl Circle Pendant Antique Necklace Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful and very fine antique Sapphire and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Old Mine Diamond Pendant Lavalier Necklace Filigree White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning Art Deco Sapphire Old Mine Cut Diamond Lavaliere Pendant in 14 Karat White
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Sapphire Pendant Necklace Filigree 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Art Deco pendant with a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond and two
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Rare Edwardian Style Early Trifari KTF Star Sapphire Art Deco Necklace
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare, early Edwardian Style Early TFK Trifari Art Deco Necklace Star Sapphire glass cabochons. Pave
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Meghna Jewels Emerald Blue Sapphire Diamond 18K Gold Art Deco Style Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Diamond Weight:- 4.17 Carats Diamond Quality: FG--SI Emerald & Blue Sapphire Weight:- 6.57 Carat Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco Insect Necklace Opal Sapphire Seed Pearl Ruby 14k Gold 18.5"
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era insect necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

GIA 6.65 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Art Deco 1920's sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. This classic Art Deco platinum
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

20.00 Carat Aqua Diamond Sapphire Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco handmade platinum pendant with a natural untreated pear shape aqua with rainbows and
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Sapphire and diamond pear cut art deco drop necklace and earrings set 18k gold
Located in London, GB
Sapphire and diamond pear cut art deco drop necklace and earrings set 18k gold Gorgeous pear shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

GIA Certified 5.07 Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1920's Art Deco filigree sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Platinum pendant necklace
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art deco Wurzbacher necklace made of 18k yellow gold with sapphire and diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
. Adorned with sapphires and diamonds, each carefully set in a golden embrace, this necklace is a
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a fabulous Art Deco pendant. This piece has been crafted from 18ct yellow gold and
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Necklace with Milgrain in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
stunning Art Deco necklace is a timeless statement piece that will dazzle for years to come. This piece is
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Modern Round Cut Rubies. Necklace length is 42cm. This Necklace is inspired by Art Deco. This Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Art Deco Sapphire and Diamond '17' Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pendant come charm crafted during the Art Deco movement. This platinum
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Era Platinum Sapphire & Diamond Pendant
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are absolutely loving this vintage beauty!! Necklace Details Material: Platinum Pendant; 14K
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as an anchor, set with 23 round brilliant cut white
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20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Certified 4.48 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Pendentif
Located in Bogotá, Bogotá
Description: Art - Déco Sapphire Pendentif Date: Circa: 1940 Provenance/origin: Europe /Heirloom
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Vintage 1940s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

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Art Deco Sapphire Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact art deco sapphire necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 232 vintage or 58 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an art deco sapphire necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco sapphire necklace over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Kian Design and Royaal Stones Ltd are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and french cut alternatives. Most of our art deco sapphire necklace for sale are for women, but there are 73 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Art Deco Sapphire Necklace?

On average, an art deco sapphire necklace at 1stDibs sells for $5,760, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $89,999 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at Art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other 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.