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Yellow Gold Diamond Cut Anchor Chain Necklace 18" - 18k Marine
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Diamond Cut Anchor Necklace Style: Chain Fastening
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Anchor Chain Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
yellow gold anchor chain is 35" of continuous power and style. Signed Hermes Paris. Circa 1975-85.
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique English Gold Long Necklace of Anchor Chain Links
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold long necklace of anchor chain links, completed by a hinged clasp
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Antique 1880s English Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Engraved Anchor / Marine Links 60cm Chain, Spain 1980's.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
60 cm long, featuring beautifully engraved Anchor / Marine Links that measure 5mm x 2.5mm
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Pomellato Diamond Chain Necklace 18k White Yellow Gold Estate Jewelry
By Pomellato
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and elegant Pomellato diamond chain necklace made of 18k white and yellow gold. The chain
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Vintage 1980s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 7.80 Carat Lapis Lazuli Pearl Chain Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The vintage chain consists of eighteen
Category

1990s Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, blue Guilloche vitreous enamel, 1 Peridot, 3
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21st Century and Contemporary German Renaissance Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rock Crystal, Marquise Diamond and Black Enamel Reversible Necklace in 18K
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
border. The interior of the disc is line with 18k yellow gold. When you flip the necklace around you will
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Necklace in Gold and Jade Made 1984
Located in Stockholm, SE
This necklace is made out of 18 karat gold, jade and four oval cultured pearls. The anchor chain
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Vintage 1980s Swedish Chain Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

Necklace in Gold and Jade Made 1984
Necklace in Gold and Jade Made 1984
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W 1.97 in L 14.97 in
Edwardian 18ct Two Tone Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, 16.5” Circa 1905
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
- 16.7g   HALLMARK - Marked ’18’ and anchor assay for Birmingham tested throughout as 18ct gold
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Antique Early 1900s English Edwardian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Delicate diamond necklace crafted in white gold 18 karat. Fine anchor chain interrupted by 9
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiger-Eye Chalcedony, Champagne Diamond and Coral Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
By Andrew Glassford
Located in Dallas, TX
yellow gold border. The interior of the disc is line with 18k yellow gold. When you flip the necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Tiger's Eye, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold,...

Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive Victorian necklace has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. This exceptional yellow gold swag chained
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Antique Victorian 5.55 Carat Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
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H 0.08 in W 0.87 in L 15.5 in
HRD Certified 2.00 Ct. Diamond Necklace 750 Gold with Rare Hexagon Cut Diamond
Located in Darmstadt, DE
HRD Certified 2.00 Ct. Diamond Necklace 750 Gold with Rare Hexagon Cut Diamond Modern. Elegant
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2010s German Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Necklace Marine Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace in 18k White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate dainty anchor charm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Ocean Necklace Dainty Diamond Minimalist
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Pendant Necklace Delicate Necklace Pave Round Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Pendant Necklace is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Cross Anchor Necklace Sea Life Diamond Pendant Ocean Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Anchor Necklace with Micro Pave Natural Diamond made of 18k solid gold. Available in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Bracelet 18K Solid Yellow Gold and Intense Red Jasper
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Iconic nautical, marine chain symbolizes strength and sportive love for outdoor sports Solid Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Jasper, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold, white Porcelain & White Diamonds
Located in Bilbao, ES
Iconic nautical, marine or anchor chain symbolizes strength. A classic and timeless design that
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Chain Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Gold

18k Gold Two-Tone Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Ocean Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in two colors (White Gold + Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Sodalite Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect statement necklace. In a variety of colours, these
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Agate Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect statement necklace. In a variety of colours, these
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Onyx Anchor Pendant Limited Edition
Located in London, GB
solid 18k yellow gold chain and make for the perfect statement necklace. In a variety of colours, these
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20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Lapis Lazuli Anchor Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
tested to be 18k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
Category

1990s European Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Choker Necklace of 18k White and Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Bilbao, ES
Iconic nautical, marine or anchor chain symbolizes strength. A classic and timeless design that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Bracelet 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold and Red Carnelian
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Iconic nautical, marine chain symbolizes strength and sportive love for outdoor sports Solid Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nautical Anchor Link Bracelet 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold and Red Carnelian
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Iconic nautical, marine chain symbolizes strength and sportive love for outdoor sports Solid Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victor Mayer Necklace Chain 18k Yellow Gold 46 cm Signature Gold Tag
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer trace chain (anchor chain) Made in Germany Reference: V1620/00/00/00/10246 Material
Category

2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victor Mayer Necklace Chain 18k White Gold 45 cm Signature Gold Tag
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer trace chain (anchor chain) Made in Germany About the creator Victor Mayer Victor
Category

2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Anchor Link Necklace
Located in Cape Town, ZA
This stunning yet simplistic necklace is 41cm in length weighs 5.3grams. The anchor link chain is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold White Guilloche Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Polished Heart Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - 6 Diamonds 0.09 ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable polished heart-shaped locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Necklace 18k
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Necklace 16 inch Anchor link Chain 2.5 mm The Pendant spins freely on the hand made chain
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Symbolizing Hope, the anchor became a popular motif for jewelry in
Category

Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Anchor Pendant with Lapis
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W 1.25 in L 2.38 in
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold, Hallmar Collection byVictor Mayer, measurements app
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.91 in L 17.72 in
Roberto Coin Anchor Pendent with Diamonds 001629AWCHX0
By Roberto Coin
Located in Wilmington, DE
Roberto Coin Anchor Pendent with Diamonds 18k White Gold Diamonds 0.15 Carat Total Weight Chain
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

HRD Antwerp Certified 1.00 Carat Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Darmstadt, DE
in 18k White Gold with Anchor Chain 42cm. Elegant Solitaire Diamond Necklace with round cut diamond
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2010s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain Dog-Clasp Stackable Choker Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 18 karat yellow gold chain exemplifies Victorian era jewelry design, characterized by its
Category

20th Century Victorian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable polished locket pendant necklace, 18k white gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Faraone 18k Gold Coin Necklace Gunmetal Italy Estate Jewelry
By Faraone
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Faraone 18k gold coin necklace with gunmetal links. The necklace comprises oval gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold

Drop Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Petrol Blue Enamel Dimensions
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, petrol blue vitreous enamel, Dew Drop
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Ippolita 18k Gold Necklace with Gemstones Inlay Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Ippolita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique Ippolita necklace made of 18k yellow gold and gemstones. The necklace is composed of a
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace Artemis 18k white and yellow gold (base for enamel disc), amber
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
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H 1.08 in W 1.08 in Dm 1.08 in L 17.72 in
Tonneau Shape - 18k White Gold - Pendant Locket Necklace with Rounded Corners
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer tonneau (oblong) shaped pendant locket necklace with rounded corners, 18k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

18k Large and heavy necklace by Hans Markl, set with smoky topaz and tourmaline.
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Berlin, Germany, 1944 Design: Max Esser (1885 – 1945) – German Sculptor
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Vintage 1940s German Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent Blue Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k yellow gold, Hallmark
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace Dragonfly - 18k Rose Gold - Opalescent Pink Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace with dragonfly 18k rose gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Oval Pendant Locket Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Red Guilloche Enamel Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant locket necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, Paillons
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, turquoise
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER - 18k yellow gold - Hallmark Collection, 8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Green Enamel Guiolloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer disc pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Discos Collection, emerald green vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Rose Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace - Hallmark Collection - 18k Rose Gold - 8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, opalescent white vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Heart Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold White Gold Enamel 4 Diamonds 0.8ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer heart shaped locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold and white gold, Hallmark
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21st Century and Contemporary German Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Customizable Oval Polished Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold 23.0*32.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval polished locket pendant necklace 18k rose gold, Hallmark collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Aquamarine and Enamel Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow & White Gold 0.03 Ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer pendant necklace 18k yellow gold white gold, Cocktail collection, royal blue vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Green Tourmaline & Enamel Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 5 Diamonds 0.03ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer pendant necklace, Cocktail collection, 18k yellow gold white gold, emerald green
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18k Gold Anchor Chain Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k gold anchor chain 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. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18k gold anchor chain necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A 18k gold anchor chain necklace from Van Cleef & Arpels, Bucherer and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a 18k gold anchor chain necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. 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 alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k gold anchor chain necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18k Gold Anchor Chain Necklace?

The price for a 18k gold anchor chain necklace starts at $1,400 and tops out at $24,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $7,356.

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.

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 necklaces designed by David Webb — 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 Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.