The Archive - Antique & Estate Necklaces

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Antique French Heart Locket

A glistening rose-cut diamond garland dripping with blood-red rubies adorns the front of this exquisite 18 karat gold heart-shape locket from mid-nineteenth century France. 1 1/8 inches.

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Heavy Silver Chain and Pendant

This is a contemporary design in sterling silver. The 17 1/2 inch chain is composed of large asymmetrical links and drops a removable pendant with a modern sleek design with an iceberg motif. The pendant itself measures 2 1/8 x 1 3/4 inches.

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Antique Bohemian Garnet Necklace

A unique array of grape bunches suspended from starbursts distinguish this antique Bohemian garnet necklace from the usual designs. Base metal. This necklace measures about 18 inches long.

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Edwardian Diamond and Seed Pearl Choker

This fine Faberge-esque choker necklace centers on a shimmering, greyish-blue, guilloche enamel plaque appliqued with a glittering diamond ribbon, bow and garland motif. The delicately woven platinum and seed pearl segments are interspaced by four matching guilloche enamel and diamond garland rectan...(more)

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Victorian Multi-Photo Book Locket

A miniature but weighty tome opens on both sides to reveal photos of your loved ones. This beautifully hand-engraved volume with a rounded faux-leather spine, circa 1880-1910, is instead wonderfully handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold. A superb and extra-charming, wearable antique keepsake. 1 inch b...(more)

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Art Nouveau Amethyst Pearl Pendant

A sweet and lovely Art Nouveau lavaliere necklace - circa 1900 - delicately crafted in openwork 10 karat gold and featuring a round faceted amethyst and a pair of freshwater pearls. The pendant measures 2 inches long, the chain measures 17 inches.

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Edwardian Diamond Lavalier Necklace

An exquisitely beautiful lavalier necklace delicately handcrafted in platinum over 18 karat gold - circa 1900. This exceptional treasure perfectly reflects the ultra-fine quality and feminine design for which Edwardian jewels are justly celebrated and desired. A dream. 1 1/2 inches long by just over...(more)

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Egyption Statuette Pendant

A 2 1/2 inch long statuette of an Egyptian pharaoh, rendered in turquoise-glazed Egyptian faience (possibly ancient), is encaged in 14 karat rosy-yellow gold, making for a cool, colorful and exotic amulet.

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Platinum, Diamond and Mother-of-Pearl Virgin Mary Pendant

The Praying Virgin is depicted in shimmering mother-of-pearl (and signed by the artist) in this truly enchanting Edwardian lavaliere necklace, intricately handcrafted in platinum and diamonds - circa 1900. The gorgeous bell-shape pendant is imbued throughout with delicate decorative openwork glisten...(more)

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Art Deco Diamond and Sapphire Necklace

If you look closely, this fabulous Art Deco necklace can be construed as a highly-stylized geometric butterfly! The wings are comprised of six radiant and sizable French-cut diamonds accented with a pair of gemmy blue square sapphires. The head centers on a bright European-cut diamond framed in elec...(more)

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Edwardian Platinum, Diamond & Natural Pearl Sautoir

This thoroughly sublime antique sautoir necklace dating from the-turn-of-the last century magnificently reflects the light, lacy and feminine design and delicate craftsmanship for which Edwardian jewels are so justly heralded. A sparkling platinum and diamond gossamer bow suspends from a sparkling d...(more)

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Art Nouveau Peridot, Pearl and Ruby Necklace

A darling, delicate and quite out-of-the-ordinary swag and tassel necklace - circa 1900-1910. Four caged freshwater pearls are joined by a glistening green peridot and a handful of small bezel-set rubies and a couple of tiny seed pearls to create this sexy and sensuous antique adornment.

This item has been sold - View Item    #90-1-4585