Necklaces date back to 3,000 B.C. in Egypt, where gold was fabricated into beautiful wide, heavy collars which were worn around the neck. The trend has continued for ages, with more delicate necklaces eventually replacing the heavy collars. In the Victorian era, women often wore their necklaces in multiples and necklaces were often enhanced with brooches. Popular necklace designs included rivieres, fringes, dog collars, sautoirs, lavalieres, chokers, and pendants. The Edwardian period translated platinum and diamonds into lacy necklaces while the Art Deco period favored geometric and boldly designed necklaces.
Our Antique Necklace Collection
Topazery's necklace collection contains antique necklaces representing every jewelry period and trend. We carry a stunning selection of necklaces enhanced with filigree, diamonds, pearls, sapphires, rubies, emeralds and other gemstones. Our antique and estate necklaces range in style from flashy and showy to delicate and feminine and everything in between. We carry the much sought-after antique Y-necklace. No matter her personal jewelry style, a Topazery necklace is sure to delight.
Rhomboid and teardrop shaped amethysts are drop set in this Y-design 1950s amethyst and pearl pendant. The 14k yellow gold Y is constructed of pearl-tipped bars dangling from a curb style necklace. In total, six natural seed pearls delicately enhance this 1950s pendant. At the junctions of the gold bars lie a pair of amethysts, one square faceted cut the other pear cut. This amethyst duo has a gemstone weight of 2.0 carats. Circa 1950
A lozenge cut aquamarine adds delicate color to a romantic vintage filigree pendant necklace. The 14k white gold kite-shaped pendant of this vintage necklace is delicately woven like a spider web. Captured in its silken threads is a greenish blue aquamarine that weighs 0.40 carats. The pendant suspends from a 14.5 inch figaro link chain, with a flirty flower serving as a Y connector. A dark cream spherical bead pearl floats between the flower and the pendant. Circa 1930
A trio of diamonds cascade down the neckline in this 1930s filigree antique pendant. A finely detailed 14k white gold base provides the shimmering backdrop for this antique pendant. Suspended below a pair of imitation glass bead pearls, this 1930s pendant boasts a trio of pagoda set diamonds. Ranging in color from E to F and in clarity from VVS1 to VVS2, these round single cut diamond accents total 0.07 carats. The14k white gold chain is included. Circa 1930
Diamond streamers are radiantly braided together in this antique style clasp for pearls. The thirty-two round brilliant cut diamonds that accent this clasp total 0.20 carats. Fashioned of 18k white gold, the clasp secures by way of a hidden box, with a figure 8 safety. Depending on pearl size, this clasp can accommodate single or double strands. This is a new diamond clasp for pearls in the antique style.
Church steeples crown double diamond crosses in this sophisticated antique style diamond clasp for pearls. Constructed of 18k white gold, this clasp is highlighted with twenty-eight round brilliant cut diamonds that total 0.15 carats. A fold-over type catch secures this clasp at the wrist or neck. This clasp can accommodate a single strand of pearls for a bracelet or necklace. This is a new diamond clasp for pearls in the antique style.
A floral medallion bursts from the center of this antique style diamond pearl clasp. Accented with milgrain trim and twenty-six round brilliant cut diamonds, this diamond peral clasp adds a splash of sparkle and shimmer to your pearls. The combined weight of all the diamonds is 0.25 carats. Made of 18k white gold, the clasp secures by way of a hidden box, with a figure 8 safety. Depending on pearl size, this clasp can accommodate single, double or triple pearl strands. This is a new diamond clasp for pearls in the antique style.
Pearls and sapphires are delicately suspended from a lacey chain of filigree in this Edwardian antique necklace. Accented with ten cream colored pearls, this antique necklaces dream catcher pendant dips to a Y to draw attention to the décolletage. A pair of square faceted step cut blue sapphires adds an understated touch of color to this antique necklace. This light and airy Edwardian filigree necklace has a platinum pendant and 14k white gold figaro cable link chain with filigree panels. Circa 1910
If Cupids arrows were as romantic as this antique style Victorian filigree pendant, theyd never miss their mark. Constructed of silver-clad 14k yellow gold, this Victorian style pendant contains all the hallmarks of love. The pendant is accented with a collection of thirty old style diamonds with a total diamond weight of 0.52 carats. A 20 inch silver cable link chain with spring ring clasp is included. Remind her of your love with this romantic Victorian style pendant!
Victorian pendants necklaces with delicate designs like this one complimented the lacy, airy fashions of the late 1800's. This 14k yellow gold pendant necklace is accented at the center with a kite shaped amethyst while a smaller round amethyst dangles in a flower shaped surround at the base. This is a new necklace pendant in the Victorian style.
Antique Style Victorian Amethyst Pendant Necklaces
A diamond-studded clasp lends an unexpected splash of radiance to this classic double strand antique pearl necklace with diamond clasp. A total of 127 pearls are threaded between this antique necklaces two strands. One strand lying inside the other, this antique necklace secures at the nape with a diamond heart and teardrop set 14k white gold clasp. The 13 round full cut diamonds that accentuate the diamond clasp total 0.33 carats. A pair of matching pearl studs are part of your purchase. Circa 1950 or later.