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Fine Three Prong Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A high quality diamond tennis necklace. 24.88 carats of E/F color VS clarity round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

100-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace D-E-F Color VVS-VS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 100-carat diamond tennis necklace is an awe-inspiring creation that embodies timeless
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vivid Diamonds 28 Carat Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Straight Line diamond tennis necklace crafted in Platinum, showcasing 107
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Diamonds 11.17 Carat Straight Line Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Straight Line diamond tennis necklace crafted in Yellow Gold, showcasing
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

55-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 0.60 Carat Each D-E-F Color VVS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 55-carat diamond tennis necklace is an extraordinary celebration of brilliance, precision, and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

60-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 0.70 Carat Each D-E-F Color VS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
This 60-carat diamond tennis necklace is a breathtaking expression of sophistication and elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

84-Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace 1 Carat Each D-E-F Color VVS Clarity
Located in Mumbai, IN
Experience the pinnacle of luxury with this extraordinary 84-carat diamond tennis necklace, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Romantic Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

22.31 Carat E-F Color VS Clarity Round Diamond 18k White Gold Tennis Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
piece that exudes opulence and refinement. This 22.31 carat E-F color, VS clarity round diamond tennis
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2010s European Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

19.32 Carat E-F Color VS Clarity Round Diamnd 18k White Gold Tennis Necklace Mod
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
E-F color, VS clarity round diamond tennis necklace is a statement of unparalleled beauty and
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diana M. 36.33 Carat, D-F VVS, GIA Emerald Cut Tennis Bracelet
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds, each diamond is GIA Certified. D E F in Color ( colorless) VVS1-VVS2 in Clarity. Diana M. is a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Alexander Beverly Hills 9.10ct E/F VS Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful and classic diamond tennis riviera necklace, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 150 round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 30 Carat E-F Color VS Clarity Diamond 18k GoldTennis Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
exceptional quality. The diamonds boast an impressive E-F color grade, ensuring a spectrum from colorless to
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

12.50ct Round Diamond Classic Tennis Necklace
Located in Victoria,, AU
An icon of timeless luxury, the Classic Round Diamond Tennis Necklace is a breathtaking expression
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2010s Australian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tectonique Diamond Tennis White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Tectonique Tennis Necklace by Cartier. With 85 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

GIA Certified 18.81 Carat Diamond 12.06 Carat Diamond Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
small diamonds weigh 12.06ct. The color of the diamonds is E-H with VS1-I1 clarity. The necklace
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20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Judith Ripka Diamond "Y" Drop Tennis Necklace 7.73CTTW
By Judith Ripka
Located in Chicago, IL
length, made of 18k yellow gold, and It also has 110 round E/F-color, VVS/VS-clarity diamonds, and one
Category

20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

14k White Gold Graduated Tennis Necklace. Diamonds totaling 30.06ct.
Located in New York, US
This exquisite 14-karat white gold graduated tennis necklace features a stunning arrangement of
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 28.11ctt Emerald & Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful emerald drop pendant and natural diamond tennis necklace. High jewelry Alexander Beverly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 15.28ct Mixed Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Beautiful and modern alternating mixed natural diamond necklace. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 22.18ct Oval Diamond Tennis Necklace with Halo18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning oval diamond tennis necklace east-west. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills. 22.18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis-Style Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's stunning 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis-Style Necklace, which showcases 85
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2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Graduated Tennis Necklace in with 3-Prong Set Round Diamonds
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning and impressive Riviera Necklace features substantial Diamond weight of 25 Carats in
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2010s Italian Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

23 Carat Round Diamond 18K White Gold Riviera Tennis Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
enhancing the overall brilliance of the necklace. The diamonds are of E-F color grade, ensuring a high
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Graduated Tennis Necklace in with 3-Prong Set Round Diamonds
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This stunning and impressive Riviera Necklace features substantial Diamond weight of 18 Carats in
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2010s Unknown Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills All GIA 50.66ct Heart Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Sensational alternating heart diamond and round diamond tennis necklace, each stone GIA certified
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Yellow Gold 3 row Diamond Tennis Necklace 7.07 Ctw
Located in Los Angeles, CA
: 103.80 Gr Main Stone: Round cut Diamonds Carat Total Weight: 7.07 ctw Color: E-F Clarity: VS1-2 Length
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 24.22ct Oval Diamond Tennis Necklace with Halo 18k
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning natural oval diamond tennis necklace east-west. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly Hills
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.83 Carat 18k White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Handmade 18K White Gold Classic Tennis Necklace with 123 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds D-E color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 20.52ct Heart Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
diamonds, 9.16 carats. Approximately E/F color and VS2 clarity. 18-karat white gold, 24.25 grams, 16 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alexander Beverly Hills 12.24ct Heart Diamond Tennis Necklace 18k White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
, 5.27 carats. 34 heart brilliant diamonds, 1.88 carats. Approximately E/F color and VS2 clarity. 18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

22.59 Carats Total Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace in Platinum
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
An elegant tennis necklace, showcasing one row of round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 22.59
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Scarselli 31 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace in Platinum GIA Certified
By SCARSELLI
Located in New York, NY
Scarselli features this enchanting 31.27 carats pear cut diamond tennis necklace in Platinum. Each
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Mark Broumand 8.00 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Custom created in 14k white gold, this stunning diamond tennis necklace showcases 8.00ct of round
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2010s More Necklaces

Louis Newman & Co GIA Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace with 30.53 Carats
Located in New York, NY
by the GIA. Every Diamond is D-E-F in color and SI1-SI2 in clarity. Each Diamond 100% eye clean
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2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Louis Newman & Co GIA Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace with 25.24 Carats
Located in New York, NY
by the GIA. Every Diamond is D-E- in color and SI1-SI2 in clarity. Each Diamond 100% eye clean
Category

2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Louis Newman & Co GIA Diamond Straight Line Tennis Necklace with 25.28 Carats
Located in New York, NY
by the GIA. Every Diamond is D-E-F in color and VS2-SI1 in clarity. Each Diamond 100% eye clean
Category

2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Round 15 Pointer , 22 Ct Diamond Tennis Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold , Unisex
Located in New York, NY
14k Gold Round 15-16 Pointer Each , Diamond Tennis Necklace 20 Inches long 4mm Wide and 22.-23 Ct
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Beauvince Graduated Riviera Tennis Necklace (25 ct EF VVS GIA Diamonds)in W Gold
By Beauvince Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
), 0.90 (2), 0.75 (2), 0.70 (2) and so on Diamond Color: E - F Diamond Clarity: VVS1 - VVS2 All
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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 85 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite 85.1 ct Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Riviera Tennis Line Necklace, measuring 16 inches
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 85 Carat Oval Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
An exquisite 85.1 ct Oval Brilliant Cut Diamond Riviera Tennis Line Necklace, measuring 16 inches
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

10 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Bezel Gold Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Exquisite 10 ct Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Riviera Tennis Necklace, elegantly bezel set in
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Piaget Paris Diamond & South Sea Pearl Suite Necklace, Earring Watch & Ring 18K
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
solitaire round Tennis necklace , Hanging from two long bows of diamonds. All VS quality and D in color The
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Damiani Diamond Link Tennis White Gold Bracelet
By Damiani
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet by Damiani. With Round brilliant cut diamonds E-G color, VS
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Natural Diamond Tennis Necklace 6.28 Ct. E Color White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Statement Tennis Necklace Lined In Sparkling Round Diamonds Diamonds: 6.28.Ct. 71 Round Diamonds
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

9.27 Carat Diamond Tennis Riviera Necklace 18 Karat E-F Color SI 1
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exquisite diamond tennis chain in riviera style. Stunning diamonds are hand set in three prong
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Carat Diamonds Tennis Line Platinum Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A magnificent variation diamond tennis line necklace by Cartier set in platinum for a total carat
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Tennis Necklace 11.51 Carat 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Tennis Necklace 11.51 carats 16.5" long 18K White Gold Total Carat Weight 11.51 carats D
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Tennis Necklace 27.48 Carat 18 Karat White Gold. All GIA Certificates.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Diamond Tennis Necklace 27.48 carats 17.0" long 18K White Gold Total Carat Weight 27.48 carats D
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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vivid Diamonds 14.61 Carat Straight Line Tennis Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Exquisite Vivid Diamonds Straight Line diamond tennis necklace crafted in 18 karat White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Line / Tennis Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
quality diamonds (E-F color and VVS clarity) set in lavish 18 karat yellow gold setting. Round brilliant
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Late 20th Century French Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified D/E Color VS/VVS Quality 28.82 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
necklace is set in 18K White Gold, and each Diamond is GIA certified, all D/E color, VVS/VS quality.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tennis Line Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
clarity E color Total Diamond Weight approx. 9.66ct This necklace comes with an original Cartier box and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Tennis Line Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
clarity E color Total Diamond Weight approx. 9.75ct This necklace comes with an original Cartier box and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Allegra Diamond White Gold Tennis Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Allegra Diamond Tennis Necklace by Bulgari. With 3 emerald cut diamonds: 1.07ct
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2010s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Cartier 15.47 Carats Diamonds Tennis Line Platinum Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum 15.47ct Diamond Tennis Line Necklace by Cartier. With 119 round brilliant cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 13.1 Carat Diamonds Tennis Line Platinum Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum 13.1ct Diamond Tennis Line Necklace by Cartier. With 131 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1
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20th Century French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Tennis-Collier Necklace with 8.88 Carat Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in AMSTELVEEN, NH
Cartier tennis-collier necklace with 138 dazzling brilliant cut diamonds of a combined weight 8.88
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Fred of Paris Diamond White Gold Tennis Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
This stunning Fred of Paris diamond necklace features 99 Round Brilliant Cut VS1 Clarity E-F Color
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21st Century and Contemporary French More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Graduated Diamond Tennis "Riviera" Necklace 10.83ctw
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
CTTW color: D-E clarity: SI1-2 CENTER stone is certified (eglusa) brand:custom
Category

2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Riviera Graduated 20ct Diamond Yellow Gold Tennis Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold 20ct Diamond Graduated Tennis Riviera Necklace by Cartier. With 125 Round
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1990s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

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Diamond Tennis Necklace Color E For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the diamond tennis necklace color e you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 14k Gold. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic diamond tennis necklace color e over the years, but those made by Antinori Fine Jewels 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 brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a diamond tennis necklace color e, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Diamond Tennis Necklace Color E?

On average, a diamond tennis necklace color e at 1stDibs sells for $15,125, while they’re typically $8,500 on the low end and $47,600 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond 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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This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.