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Double Dog Clip Antique Gold

French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Clip-on Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique ear clips, each represents a double gold leaf held at the base by a platinum link set with 3 8/8
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Clip-on Earrings

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

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, 1922
Located in Glasgow, GB
Showcasing a curb link design, the antique 9ct mellow rose gold double Albert watch chain from 1922
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Vintage 1920s British George V More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

George V 9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, 1914, 80.3 grams
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique George V 9ct mellow rose gold curved link double Albert watch chain with T-bar, dating
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Vintage 1910s British George V Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Combination Pearl Necklace and 1960s Diamond Brooch Clip
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
with a removable platinum and 18 carat white gold dahlia flower with hallmarks featuring dog and eagle
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 18k Gol...

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Albert Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Chains. Fabulous Edwardian, Double Graduated Curb Link. Double Dog Clip Fastening & 31mm T-bar
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Leontine Chain Necklace with a Rectangular Slide
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian Leontine chain necklace. In 14k (slightly rose-tinted) gold. With
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

French Antique Sautoir - 18K solid gold Victorian chain Necklace - 61 inch
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely 18 K yellow gold Sautoire necklace that can be worn as a single, double or
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1907 Baumgold Bros. 14k Yellow Gold 41" Curb Link Long Chain & Slider
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This stunning antique 14k yellow gold curb link long chain with slider is a chain lovers delight
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Antique Early 1900s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Filled Locket Chain Necklace with Pearl Opal Slide Lorgnette
Located in Webster, SD
use the dog clip to attach a pendant or locket. This beauty is gold filled and features a slide with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Pearl, Gold-filled

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Signed Boucheron Paris Estate 3.60 Carat Diamond Earclips Gold and Platinum
By Boucheron
Located in Antwerp, BE
sophistication. Antique jewelry object group: earrings clips Condition: excellent condition Do you wish for a
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Clip-on Earrings

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

Rolo Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
single and double versions. The single has one swivel clip, often called a dog clip, and a T-bar which
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Kristopher Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
Dudley VanDyke Kristopher Double Albert chain in 14K yellow gold. This chain is the piece that
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Oval Twist Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
single and double versions. The single has one swivel clip, often called a dog clip, and a T-bar which
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Open Link Double Albert Chain in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
Dudley VanDyke 4.3mm Open Link Double Albert chain in 14K yellow gold features 3 swivel clasps and
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold

Oval Twist Double Albert Chain in Sterling Silver
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
. The Albert can be found in single and double versions. The single has one swivel clip, often called a
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2010s Chain Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 14k Gold 19in Double Link Watch Chain Dog Clip & Spring Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 18.6 Grams Chain Type: Double Round Link Chain Length: 19
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Antique Early 1800s Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold Curb Link Double Dog Clip Albert Watch Chain Necklace & Medal
Located in Henderson, NV
Antique 9ct rose gold Albert chain necklace with two dog clips, a T-bar and a medal. Each curb link
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Long Belcher Guard Dog Clip Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an antique Victorian long belcher guard chain necklace. It features a swivel dog clip that
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold

Antique 9k Gold Albert Chain Bracelet, Double Row Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
bracelet. It has an antique 9kt gold dog clip and O ring fastener with a later added safety chain. The
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold

Antique Heavy 9 Carat Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Heavy 9ct Gold Double Albert Chain Necklace with TBar Two dog clips and each link stamped
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Antique 9kt Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
gold t bar to one end and two gold dog clip fasteners at each end. Perfect for showcasing your
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Karat Rose Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, Double Watch Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique fancy link 9kt Rose gold double Albert chain or watch chain. It has elongated
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, 1920, 122.6 Grams
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique chunky 9ct mellow rose gold curved link double Albert watch chain, and T-bar. Date
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Vintage 1920s British George V Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, 1920, 37.2 Grams
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique 9ct yellow gold curb link graduating double albert watch chain, and T-bar. Assay
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Vintage 1920s British George V Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15 Karat Double Fetter and Love knot Link Watch Chain, 51”
Located in Baltimore, MD
. There is a nicely scaled dog clip and a jump ring attached from which to attach a chunky fob or pendant
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Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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15k Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Watch Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
link chain with double dog clip fasteners and a free running antique gold t bar. The links are each
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, watch chain necklace, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
two gold dog clip fasteners at each end, both marked. Perfect for showcasing your favourite antique
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, 9 Karat Yellow Gold, Rolo Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian 9kt yellow gold longuard chain. Attractive yellow gold double rolo
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Longuard Chain Necklace, Muff Chain, Fancy Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
has an applied tag marked 9c and tests as 9ct gold, the dog clip is marked 9c. Late Victorian era
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Edwardian, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
links with a nice heavy gauge, it has 9kt Rose gold dog clip fasteners and original t bar, both marked
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1907 Baumgold Bros. 14k Yellow Gold 41" Curb Link Long Chain & Slider
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This stunning antique 14k yellow gold curb link long chain with slider is a chain lovers delight
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Antique Early 1900s American Chain Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Pinchbeck Longuard Chain, Muff Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
rolo links with a later Victorian era gold plated dog clip attached. It has that lovely rich old gold
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Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Chain Necklaces

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Pinchbeck

Edwardian Bloodstone and Carnelian Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
carnelian disc on the reverse; both of which collectively hang from an antique faceted double belcher chain
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Citrine Watch Key Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
classically designed piece is then suspended from an antique faceted double belcher chain. Condition: Used
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French 2.58 Carat Diamond, Platinum and White Gold Double Clip Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold duette brooch; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collections. This
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Brooches

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Yellow Gold Double Cable Watch Chain
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
gold twenty inch pocket watch chain. A brass swivel dog clip and replacement brass spring ring finish
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 12 Karat Yellow Gold Double Link Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Twenty inch antique 4.16mm double link flat curb chain for pocket watch in twelve carat 12K yellow
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

Long Victorian Antique 18 Carat Yellow Gold Double Albert Watch Chain
Located in Kenley surrey, GB
A Victorian antique solid 18 carat yellow gold curb link double Albert watch chain with T-bar and
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pocket Watches

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Yellow Gold

Antique 9kt Yellow Gold Double Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
gold t bar to one end and two gold dog clip fasteners at each end. Perfect for showcasing your
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9k Gold Albert Chain, Curb Link, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
You are sure to be charmed by this handsome antique Edwardian era 9kt Rose gold Albert chain. It
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 9kt Gold Chain Necklace, Belcher Link, Long Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
belcher links, long length that can easily be doubled. It has a 9kt gold dog clip fastener for adding
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Victorian, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
, each individually stamped. It has two gold dog clip fasteners at each end. Perfect for showcasing
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Necklace, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
a la gold jump ring suspending a t bar, the chain has two dog clip fasteners. A classic staple for
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bismarck Watch Chain w Fancy T Bar
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
In 14 Karat yellow gold, this antique watch chain is nicely fitted with a fancy T bar, dog clip and
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Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Early 20th Century Infinity Link Sterling Silver Chain with Yellow Gold Hardware
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
(about 3/4") Dog clip length: 19mm (3/4") Sterling silver weight: 33 grams 14 karat gold weight: 5
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Early 20th Century American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Kristopher Double Albert Chain in Sterling Silver
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
single and double versions. The single has one swivel clip, often called a dog clip, and a T-bar which
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2010s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Albert Chain Bracelet or Choker Necklace in 18 Carat Gold and Platinum
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Such a fabulous and rare antique Edwardian 18ct yellow Gold and Platinum Albert Chain that can be
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Choker Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Edwardian 9 Karat 9 Carat Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain, 42g, circa 1901
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, heavy 9 karat rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating double trombone
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Half Albert Watch Chain Bracelet, circa 1900
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
reeded backgrouond or, in the case of the elongated oblong, a double wavy line with gold dots over a
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chain Bracelets

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9k Gold

Edwardian 9k Gold Belcher and Fancy Ball Link Long Guard Chain, circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
dog clip to attach a medallion or other pendant of choice this is a versatile piece of antique
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Half Albert Watch Chain Bracelet, circa 1900
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
reeded backgrouond or, in the case of the elongated oblong, a double wavy line with gold dots over a
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Antique Early 1900s Victorian Chain Bracelets

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9k Gold

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2010s Beaded Necklaces

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Double Dog Clip Antique Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of double dog clip antique gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 9k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of double dog clip antique gold 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 20th Century. Creating a choice in our collection of double dog clip antique gold has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Baume are consistently popular. An object in our assortment of double dog clip antique gold of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a bead version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of double dog clip antique gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Double Dog Clip Antique Gold?

Prices for a piece of double dog clip antique gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,879 and can go as high as $9,559, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,440.

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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