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Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire, Diamond & Pearl Necklace with 1 detachable link 18K White Gold & Platinum Length: 18
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Vintage 1980s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cabochon Sapphire, Moonstone and Multi Strand Pearl Choker
Located in New York, NY
gold Gemstones: 16 cabochon blue sapphires 4 cabochon moonstones Cultured pearls Necklace Length: 13
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina B. Diamond Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Pearl Choker Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent set by Marina B that dates back to the 1980s, comprising a pearl choker necklace and
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire, Pearl And White Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A sapphire, pearl and white gold sautoir, with sapphire "native" tumbled cabochon beads
Category

2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold

Antique Pearl Diamond & Sapphire Conversion Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
: 18 1/8 Inches Weight: 6.4 Grams Accented by the following stones 3 - Cabochon Sapphire 40 - Old Cut
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1980S Sapphire Ruby Pearl 18K Gold Statement Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Precious Gemstone Pearl Statement Wedding Necklace Majestic statement necklace
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl and White Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A sapphire, ruby, pearl and white gold sautoir, with sapphire and ruby "native" tumbled cabochon
Category

2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold

Natural Cabochon Sapphire Pearl Vintage Style Pendant in solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
* PRIMARY STONE(S) Stone: Natural Blue Sapphire Color: Blue Shape: Oval Cabochon Size: 7 x 5 mm. Number: 1
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl and White Gold Long Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
An emerald, sapphire, ruby and pearl multi gem and white gold sautoir, with emerald, sapphire and
Category

2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold

Persian Turquoise & Multi-Color Sapphire Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Persian turquoise and multi-color sapphire pearl necklace Cabochon Persian turquoise (14x22mm
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Fine Pearl Necklace with Sapphires 6 Carat 14 Karat Gold
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Fine Pearls = 10.5-11 millimeters Sapphires = 6 Carats Metal: 14K White Gold Length: 22 Inches
Category

Late 20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage GIA 14.80 carat sapphire diamond pearl 18k yellow gold necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
oval double cabochon cut blue sapphire from Ceylon, treated with heat to enhance its rich color
Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond, Sapphire and Cultured Pearl Drop Necklace Set in Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Round Cabochon Sapphire Total Carat Weight: 3.5 carats Sapphire Color: Blue Necklace Weight: 12.21 grams
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Pendant/Necklace Puffer Fish White Diamond Blue Sapphire Tahiti Pearl 18Kt Gold
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Pendant/Necklace Puffer Fish White Diamond Blue Sapphire Tahiti Pearl 18Kt Gold With a very
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Pearl & Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Carats South Sea Oval shape Tahiti Pearls Natural Sapphires - 9 Carats 18K Yellow Gold This Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Mabe Blister Pearl Heart Shaped Necklace Rope Chain 14kt Emerald Ruby Sapphire
Located in New York, NY
Large Sized Heart Shaped Blister Pearl Necklace 3ct Natural Sapphire Emerald Ruby Cabochon Cut
Category

2010s American Rope Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Southsea Pearl Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Southsea Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver The Bochic "Capri
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” FreshWater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Aquamarine, & 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 Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Red Ruby & Mix Gems Long Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Red Ruby & Mix Gems Long Necklace Blue sapphires and Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

4.40 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 3.14 Carat Diamond and Pearl Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
necklace with diamonds. Sapphire Quality Feature Sapphire Origin Basaltic Color Blue Cut Cabochon Content
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Single Pearl Strand 2.90 Ct Natural Sapphire Diamond Platinum Clasp
Located in Napoli, IT
water cultured pearls ranging from 8.8 to 5 mm. – 1 oval cabochon cut natural blue sapphire of approx
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Multi Gems Mother of Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Multi Gems cabochon, Mother of Pearl and small diamond on Gold Pendant chain Necklace. Emerald
Category

Mid-20th Century Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl,...

Konstantino Sterling Silver 18k yellow Gold & Pearl Necklace with heart Pendant
By Konstantino
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous Konstantino Necklace with heart locket pendant / enhancer. the necklace is in 18 k Yellow
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20th Century Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Bochic “Orient’ South Sea Pearl, Sapphire & Jade Pendant Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
White Pearls with Pink & Silver tones Natural Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka 8 carats Cabochon Shapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Si...

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Sapphire, Emerald Necklace Set in 18K Gold & Silver Emerald - 5 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold P...

Cellini 18 Karat Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl, Diamonds and Gem Stones Necklace
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
are a scroll motif set with cabochon ruby, emerald or sapphires. The necklace measures 17" in length
Category

1990s Italian Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow...

14K diamond polki necklace with all nine precious gemstones Navratna necklace
Located in Bangkok,, TH
A single line necklace with natural uncut diamond polkis encased in 14K gold. All diamonds are
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2010s Indian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

Bochic “Capri” Multi Gem & Pearl Peacock Brooch/Pendent Set In 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi Gem & Pearl Peacock Brooch/Pendent Set In 18K & Silver Bochic Fancy Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Cul...

Double Sided Flower Vase 18K Yellow Gold Carved Sapphire Ruby Emerald Pendant
Located in London, GB
with a cultured pearl, a carved emerald, two ruby cabochons, two carved sapphires and a carved ruby
Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Ruby, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, Yellow Gold, ...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade, Ruby & Blue Sapphire Pendant Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire - 2 carat Natural Red Ruby - 4 carat Vintage jade South Sea Pearl Labradorite The Brooch is
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Labradorite, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
pearls flanked by rose cut sapphires. So here we are with a collection of 11 baby rings. Recognizing
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...

A 18K gold Indian wedding Navratna choker with nine gemstones and diamond polkis
Located in Bangkok,, TH
, pearl, coral, hessonite garnet, blue sapphire, cat's eye and Yellow sapphire in clockwise manner. The
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2010s Indian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s ...

A 18K gold nine precious natural gemstones pendant, Indian navratna pendant
Located in Bangkok,, TH
ruby cabachon at the centre surrounded with - clockwise from top - diamond polki, pearl, coral
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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, ...

22K gold Indian navratna kundan Meena polki pendant Mughal Jadau pendant
Located in Bangkok,, TH
further outlined with diamond polki, cultured pearl, natural coral, hessonite garnet, blue sapphire, cat's
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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sap...

Edwardian 43 Carat Star Sapphire Seed Pearl Necklace Bracelet Earrings Suite
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular museum quality antique Edwardian 43 Carat Black Star Sapphire and Seed Pearl
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Star Sapphire, 10k Gold, Gold

An Important Gold And Sapphire Cross By Robert Phillips
By Robert Phillips
Located in London, GB
-cut sapphire and four pearls to the centre with further cabochon sapphires to the edge and gold bead
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Antique 1860s British Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemlok 18K Gold Cabochon Green Tourmaline & Yellow Sapphire Cross w Black Pearl
By Gemlok
Located in New York, NY
5.13 carats of equally beautiful Yellow Sapphires finished off with a lustrous Black Pearl really makes
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

French, 20th Century Sapphire Cabochon Natural Pearl Drapery Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
separated by a gold clasp, also adorned with a tassel formed by a cabochon sapphire closed set. The chain is
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Link Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20.00 Carat Cabochon Sapphire and Pearls Chocker Necklace with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with a 20.00 carat Cabochon Sapphire, pearls, and round
Category

20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Graduating South Sea Pearl Necklace with Cabochon Star Sapphire & Diamonds
Located in Surfside, FL
Graduating South Sea Pearl necklace with cabochon star sapphire & diamonds enhancer in 14K yellow
Category

1990s Art Deco Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold

David Webb South Sea Pearl Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Signed David Webb 18K yellow gold choker necklace composed of South Sea pearl, cabochon ruby
Category

Vintage 1970s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire

David Webb South Sea Pearl Cabochon Ruby Sapphire Emerald Choker Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, South Sea pearl, cabochon ruby, cabochon sapphire and cabochon emerald
Category

Vintage 1970s American Choker Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Boulder Opal Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
. Framed in a yellow gold floral bezel accented with natural Mississippi River pearls and Montana Sapphires
Category

Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond Tassel Necklace Set in Platinum
Located in London, GB
A truly stunning Art Deco pearl, sapphire and diamond tassel pendant necklace set in platinum
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Fish Blue Sapphire 18Kt Gold Australian Pearl Pendant/Necklace Made in Italy
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Fish Blue Sapphire 18Kt Gold Australian Pearl Pendant/Necklace Made in Italy This is very big, good
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pearl, Gold

MAUBOUSSIN PARIS 18k Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl & Sapphire Omega Bracelet 1980
By Mauboussin
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Mauboussin Paris 18k Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl & Sapphire Omega Bracelet Vintage Circa 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Citrine Amethyst Pearl "Cross" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Rubies. This Pendant has 2.00 Carats of Emeralds. This Pendant has 1.60 Carats of Blue Sapphires. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Rub...

Fabulous Eighties Maltese Cross
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, American. Set with lush natural cultured baroque pearls, sapphire, peridot
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Vintage 1980s Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Rubelite, Blue Sapphire, Amethyst, Citrine, Iol...

27.55 Carat Total Tahitian Pearl, Spinel, and Sapphire Necklace in Platinum
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
with a complimenting chain. The cool tones of Gray Tahitian Pearls paired with Blue Sapphire and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 11.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pearl Five Strand Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Uniquely crafted five strand Japanese cultured pearl and sapphire 18k yellow gold necklace. 4 oval
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21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient’ South Sea Pearl, Sapphire & Jade Pendant Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
White Pearls with Pink & Silver tones Natural Blue Sapphire from Sri Lanka 8 carats Cabochon Shapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Si...

18 K 1950 5 Strand Cultured Pearl Choker with Bees Emearld Ruby Sapphire Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
cultured pearls (4-4.5mm) . The necklace is decorated with 7 bees in 18 K yellow Gold. The body of the bees
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rigid yellow gold choker with pearls
Located in BILBAO, ES
Choker necklaces with 5 rows of pearls and 3 rhombus-shaped decorations in yellow gold with drop
Category

1990s Spanish Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

2.00ct Natural Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamond Perfume Flask Jar Pendant 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Perfume Potion Jar / Flask Necklace 2ct. Total weight of: Cabochon cut 5 Rubies 2 sapphires 2
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 24k Gold, Yello...

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
, Lapis Lazuli, Vintage Cameo, Blue Sapphire, Kingman Turquoise, Freshwater Pearl, Diamond, Gold Liberty
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Ag...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Bell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
three sapphires, two turquoise stones, and one pearl (6 mm) crafted in beautifully detailed 14K yellow
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Natural Seed Pearls Victorian Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Pearls from which three Pear shaped Ceylon Sapphires with leaves designs dangle. Tiny Sapphires are
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold

Veschetti 18 Kt Yellow Gold, Pearls, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamonds Necklace
By Veschetti
Located in Brescia, IT
"Dea": 18 kt Yellow Gold Necklace featuring 157.48 carats South Sea Pearls, 14.84 carats Emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 18ct Gold Heart Shaped Sapphire, Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty 18ct yellow gold deep blue cabochon sapphire heart pendant affixed to a luscious
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Victorian Split Ring Charm Holder Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
gold heart, pearl, diamond and sapphire set bug, turquoise set watch key, and a cornucopia with pearl
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Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, 15k Gold, 9k Gold

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Cabochon Sapphire Pearl Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact cabochon sapphire pearl 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, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 24 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect cabochon sapphire pearl necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing cabochon sapphire pearl necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but David Webb, Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA and Cellini each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut alternatives. Finding a cabochon sapphire pearl necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 9 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Cabochon Sapphire Pearl Necklace?

The price for a cabochon sapphire pearl necklace starts at $375 and tops out at $250,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $9,900.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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

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