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Modern Necklaces

MODERN STYLE

Rooted in centuries of history of adornment dating back to the ancient world, modern jewelry reimagines traditional techniques, forms and materials for expressive new pieces. As opposed to contemporary jewelry, which responds to the moment in which it was created, modern jewelry often describes designs from the 20th to 21st centuries that reflect movements and trends in visual culture.

Modern jewelry emerged from the 19th-century shift away from jewelry indicating rank or social status. The Industrial Revolution allowed machine-made jewelry using electric gold plating, metal alloys and imitation stones, making beautiful jewelry widely accessible. Although mass production deemphasized the materials of the jewelry, the vision of the designer remained important, something that would be furthered in the 1960s with what’s known as the “critique of preciousness.”

A design fair called the “Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes” brought global attention to the Art Deco style in 1925 and gathered a mix of jewelry artists alongside master jewelers like Van Cleef & Arpels, Mauboussin and Boucheron. Art Deco designs from Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels unconventionally mixed gemstones like placing rock crystals next to diamonds while borrowing motifs from eclectic sources including Asian lacquer and Persian carpets. Among Cartier’s foremost design preoccupations at the time were high-contrast color combinations and crisp, geometric forms and patterns. In the early 20th century, modernist jewelers like Margaret De Patta and artists such as Alexander Calder — who is better known for his kinetic sculptures than his provocative jewelry — explored sculptural metalwork in which geometric shapes and lines were preferred over elaborate ornamentation.

Many of the innovations in modern jewelry were propelled by women designers such as Wendy Ramshaw, who used paper to craft her accessories in the 1960s. During the 1970s, Elsa Peretti created day-to-night pieces for Tiffany & Co. while designers like Lea Stein experimented with layering plastic, a material that had been employed in jewelry since the mid-19th century and had expanded into Bakelite, acrylics and other unique materials.

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Style: Modern
Monet Multi-Strand Chain Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Monet multi-strand chain necklace. This vintage necklace comes with seven strands of 0.125" width silver-tone metal chains and a Monet rectangle tag. The measurement from s...
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1980s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Necklace and pendant with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold necklace with pendant set with emerald and brilliant cut diamond to. 1.00 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm lo...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Francoise Montague Gold and Crystal Mabrouk Wraparound Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Memory wire necklace that stretches to fit any neck size. Lays perfectly and is chic and subtle! By Francoise Montague. 5" across & 16" around. Stretches as necessary. Francoise M...
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2010s French Modern Necklaces

Angela Caputi Pearlized White and Black Resin Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Handcrafted in Italy, this beautiful Angela Caputi resin necklace features a pearlized white tone with black contrast. The rare choker fe...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

KJL Coral and Gold Chunky Link Necklace
By KJL
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a Kenneth Jay Lane vintage coral and gold chunky link necklace. Twelve coral color resin donuts link with double gold-tone twisted rings. KJL is stamped on the toggle clasp. ...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

18K Solid Yellow Gold Green and Bubblegum Heart Shape Tourmaline Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
18K Solid Yellow Gold Green and Bubblegum Heart Shape Tourmaline Necklace. You can wear it with one pendant or two at a time. Your choice! 16 17 18-inch adjustable length with spri...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond “Plus Qu'hier” Love Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features diamond and rectangular cut rubies. Circa 1950. The design of the pendant is created by French jeweller A...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Ciner Resin Faux Coral Crystal Enamel Choker & Clip on Earrings c 1980s
Located in University City, MO
Ciner resin faux coral cabochon crystal enamel choker & clip on earrings set c 1980s The elegant set is embellished with faux coral color resin cabochons Accented with glossy black...
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1980s Unknown Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

Angela Caputi Multi-Strand Green Teal Choker Necklace Red and Black Pebbles
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Captui, an Italian designer, designed this outstanding resin-beaded necklace. The choker is predominantly teal green, strikingly contrasting red and black. Each rounded pebble...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Natural 18k Solid Gold Opal Necklace With Diamond Accent
Located in Astoria, NY
I ship all my products from the USA! Luxurious Natural Shimmering Opal (14 carat), 20X20 mm Opal Bezel plus 3mm hole. Special occasions or everyday wear! Full of play of color! El...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal

14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace with Red and White 14K Gold Enamel Pendant
Located in Astoria, NY
Lovely and daily wear a 14K Solid Yellow Gold necklace with a 6.8mm 14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Reda and White Enamel Bead Pendant Charm. Diamond accents, Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Whiting & Davis Gold Mesh Scarf Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a signed Whiting & Davis Chainmail Scarf Necklace. It is a 70s disco fever 18 x 9 x 9 inch gold-tone mesh triangle scarf necklace with black tr...
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1970s American Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Pendant with Corallium Rubrum, pearl and emerald - 4.0 grams 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold pendant with Corallium Rubrum, with the three monkeys "hear -, see -, speak no evil", and set with pearl and emerald. detailed description the pendant is 2.7 cm hig...
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1990s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Rectangle Cut Aquamarine Necklace Pendant Sterling Silver
Located in Lanham, MD
This necklace pendant features a 9.2mm x 6.2mm rectangle-cut aquamarine, renowned for its tranquil light blue hue and exceptional clarity. The gemstone is set within a sterling silve...
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2010s African Modern Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Necklace and pendant brilliant cut diamonds up to 0.89ct 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds total approx. 0.89ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45cm Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 1.8...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rossella Ugolini 50 Carat Emerald Beads White Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Ready to ship. Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 50 carats Emerald beads, 0.30 carats White Diamonds, Multi-Strand Necklace. This One -of-a kind long sautoir necklace measures 47.24 i...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

E. HABAN – 18k gold clasp with brilliant cut diamonds 1.00ct pearl necklace
Located in The Hague, ZH
E. HABAN – 18k white gold clasp set with brilliant cut diamonds up to. 1.00ct – F/G – VS/SI – on a pearl necklace - 50 cm long detailed description: the length of the necklace is 5...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

TuttiFrutti 18k Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Magenta, IT
An 18-carat yellow gold heart-shaped pendant featuring multicolored synthetic gemstones, some also heart-shaped, others round. Stamped 750 and Italian maker hallmark. Perfect conditi...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Necklace - 8.8 gram - 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace – 8.8 grams – 45 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm long by 2.1 mm wide weight: 8.8 grams hallmark present, tested and gua...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine 360 Carat Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Diamond Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
A regal tripple layered 20 inch long handcrafted necklace with extremely rare and pure Sleeping Beauty Turquoises. This necklace features genuine high grade Robinson Egg Blue turquoi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18k Yellow Gold 14.3 Carat Black Diamonds Lariat-Style Beaded Necklace made in Italy. The entire lariat-style necklace is handcrafted with 134 black diamond beads ch...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Gold Mini Pad Lock Pendant Charm
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver & Gold Mini Pad Lock Pendant Charm Metal: Sterling silver & 18k rose gold Dimensions: 11 x 18mm Weight: 2.48 grams Signed: ©Tiffany & Co. 925 750 Note:...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Angela Caputi Almond and Red Resin Frog Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this super cute resin choker necklace. This necklace features a set of rounded beads with a side-carved frog, flower, and leaf. It works on milky almond green ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Necklace with beaded turquoise - 92.6 grams - 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k gold clasp with turquoise beads necklace with gold spacers - 40 cm Detailed description The necklace consists of 6 rows of turquoise beads, with each row of gold spacers Three...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

70s Qu'hier Que Demain Charm 14k Gold Diamond Love Token Attributed to Merrin
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed "Love Token" charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970). Three small single cut diamonds total an estimated 0.03 carats (estimated at H-I color and SI1-2 clari...
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Late 20th Century American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.85 Carat Nature Diamond By The Yard Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16''
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Natural Diamond by the Yard Necklace – 14K Italian Yellow Gold Elevate your everyday elegance with this exquisite Natural Diamond by the Yard Necklace, expertly crafted in rich 14K ...
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2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Mikimoto 18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Emblem of Refined Taste Indulge in the elegance of Mikimoto, one of the world’s most iconic names in cultured pearls, with this vintage 18K yellow gold pendant necklace. F...
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20th Century Japanese Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Necklace and pendant with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.15ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with old mine cut diamond total approximately 1.15ct – J/K - VS/SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm lo...
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1990s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold “By the Yard” Single Diamond Necklace 16 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
A Minimalist Icon of Timeless Elegance Celebrate the understated sophistication of Tiffany & Co. with this “By the Yard” Diamond Necklace, featuring a single brilliant-cut diamond we...
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Early 2000s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.5ct Prong Set Rectangle Natural Blue Sapphire Pendant in Platinum Silver
Located in Lanham, MD
Experience the subtle elegance of our 14.3x12.2mm Platinum-Coated Sterling Silver Necklace, showcasing a captivating 3.5-carat blue sapphire measuring 9.3x7.3mm in a sleek prong sett...
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2010s African Modern Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Zircon, Platinum, Silver

Angela Caputi Orange Resin Seashell with Faceted Beads Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Caputi designed this superb resin choker necklace. This necklace features a set of faceted beads in crystal clear color contrasted with an asymmetric pendant built with orange...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Tiffany & Co. Victoria Mixed Diamond Cluster Drop Pendant 2.12ctw Diamonds 16"
Located in Fairfield, CT
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Mixed Diamond Cluster Drop Pendant 2.12ctw Diamonds 16" This exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace showcases a modern design with a delicate pendant crafted from m...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald Heart Necklace and Choker with Diamonds on a Cuban Link Chain
Located in London, GB
Introducing our stunning 18K Yellow Gold Natural Emerald Heart with Diamonds Necklace on a Semi Hollow Cuban Link Chain. Bring a touch of luxury to your jewelry collection with this...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Bvlgari B.Zero1 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Contemporary Icon of Italian Sophistication Elevate your day-to-day style with this Bvlgari B.Zero1 Pendant, crafted in 18K white gold and inspired by the brand’s signature archite...
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20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Italian Sterling 10mm Choker Necklace 14 Inches
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous vintage Italian choker necklace is sterling silver. Measurements: 10mm wide - 14 wearable inches Weight: 50 grams Marks: 925, Italy Condition: Excellent
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

14k Gold Ladybug Necklace.
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k Gold Ladybug Necklace. Dainty Ladybird Necklace , Animal Necklace , Christmas Gift. 14k Gold Lucky Ladybug Necklace Total weight: 2.30 g. Yellow 14k solid gold Length: 45 sm. St...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.01 Carat Nature Diamond By The Yard Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold 16''
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Natural Diamond by the yard necklace set in Italian made 14K yellow gold. 10 Stations Total weight 3.01 carats. Beautiful shiny stones. Length 16 inch 7.10 grams solid gold Average...
Category

2010s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond “Plus Qu'hier” Love Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features rose cut diamond and rectangular cut rubies. Circa 1950. The design of the pendant is created by French j...
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Mid-20th Century Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Teddy Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing bear modern pendant necklace in 18 kt rose gold mounted with a bigger bear studded with diamonds on all the body and two rubies as eyes holding a smaller teddy bear by the ha...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Collar Necklace ~1.4ctw
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage David Webb 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Collar Necklace ~1.4ctw This modern necklace by David Webb features a bold arrangement of interlocking gold links, each shape...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Simple and cute Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love necklace with 14K solid Yellow Gold chain (18 inches). Genuine 14K yellow GOLD diamond charm pendant with beautiful sleeping beauty turquoise heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with pearl and single cut diamond up to 0.20ct 14k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with pendant set with pearl and single cut diamond 0.20ct - F/G - VS/SI - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long and 0.7 mm wide size o...
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing necklace in 18 kt rose gold structure mounted with sections of diamonds and, between of them, an emerald. Diamonds 1.84 ct Emeralds 1.54 ct Total Weight 17.20 gr RF G G...
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2010s Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Baby Shoe Charm with Light Blue and Green Enamel
Located in New York, NY
"The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" This 18 karat white gold baby bootie shoe is detailed with light blue and light green enamel, accented with an 18 karat white gold bow. The booti...
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Early 2000s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Angela Caputi Choker Necklace Turquoise Resin Chain
Located in Atlanta, GA
This adorable Angela Caputi, made-in-It Italy choker necklace features an extra-large flat resin chain design in a turquoise-blue color. Her Color matching is always bold and classy....
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Symbol of Love and Elegance Add a touch of classic sophistication to your collection with this Vintage Tiffany & Co. Heart Pendant Necklace, meticulously crafted from 18-k...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Pink Opal Diamond LOVE Heart Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Luxurious Pink Opal Necklace is ready to wear! This pendant charm has a naturally carved pink opal heart in the middle that is surrounded by small diamonds! Absolutely simple and st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear citrine Pendant in 14 Karat Gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Gold layering necklaces. Pear citrine Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. Flower design pendant with natural citrine. Citrine gold pendant. November birthstone pendant. Yellow gemstone pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Tsavorite, Citrine, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Go...

14k yellow gold necklace – 40 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace – 40 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm long by 6.0 mm wide total weight: 14.5 grams hallmark present, tested and guaran...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Enamel Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Enamel Bead with Emerald Green. and Pearl White , Red enamel necklace. I named this necklace "Me and Others", you can wear these ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds
Located in Istanbul, TR
14k Gold cross pendant with diamonds. Religious Cross Necklace pendant. Sipmle cross pendant. Tiny cross charm. Weight: 1 g. Gold - 14k Size -...
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2010s Turkish Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate 18k Diamond Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful diamond key pendant necklace! Crafted in 18k white gold, this piece features a large key pendant. The entire front surface of the key is encrusted with small bead-set ful...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18 k Italian zodiac pendant - Leo charm - solid yellow gold - Star sign
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this vintage charm depicting a Leo, the fifth astrological sign in the zodiac. This Constellation Star Sign Pendant is associated with the birth dates between 22 July and...
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace - 12.0 grams - 18k yellow gold - 45 cm long
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace - 45 cm long detailed description: necklace is 45 cm long and 1.7 mm wide total weight: 12.0 grams hallmark present and tested for gold content necklace...
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2010s Dutch Modern Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier French 4.80 carat sapphire diamond 18k yellow gold necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in the 1980s, this vintage Cartier necklace is an exquisite display of refined elegance and iconic design. Centered by an oval cut blue sapphire weighing approximately 4.80 c...
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1980s Vintage Modern Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond 18k yellow gold Frivole large model necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
From the esteemed house of Van Cleef & Arpels, this modern necklace is a refined expression of French elegance. It features three round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Caputi Beaded Choker Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin necklace works on black and burgundy-red contrast. The choker features chunky carved pebble beads and three square-shaped donut beads ...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Necklaces

Anne Klein Modernesque Link Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a 1990s Anne Klein Modernesque link necklace. It is composed of Russian gold pierced circles and squares. This length adjustable necklace comes with three rings and a toggle ...
Category

1990s American Modern Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

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