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Antique Bib Necklace

Joan Boyce Champagne Pearl and Crystal Cluster Bib Necklace with Rhinestone
Joan Boyce Champagne Pearl and Crystal Cluster Bib Necklace with Rhinestone

Joan Boyce Champagne Pearl and Crystal Cluster Bib Necklace with Rhinestone

Located in Milford, DE

Joan Boyce Champagne Pearl and Crystal Cluster Bib Necklace with Rhinestone Accents This statement

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Late 19th Century American Artisan Antique Bib Necklace

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Crystal, Pearl

Antique Edwardian Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Bib Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Antique Edwardian Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Bib Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Antique Edwardian Diamond Seed Pearl Platinum Bib Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Outstanding Edwardian Diamond and Seed Pearl Platinum Swag Bib Necklace, linking

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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Bib Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold

Unusual Czech Bib Necklace
Unusual Czech Bib Necklace

Unusual Czech Bib Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Unusually proportioned Czech necklace from the 1920s. Faceted emerald cut stones in ruby glass are

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace
Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace

Art deco Egyptian Revival silver Coral bib necklace

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

This striking Art Deco Egyptian Revival necklace is a rare and captivating example of early 20th

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Early 20th Century Egyptian Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Coral, Silver

Art Nouveau Coral and Seed Pearl Festoon Bib Necklace
Art Nouveau Coral and Seed Pearl Festoon Bib Necklace

Art Nouveau Coral and Seed Pearl Festoon Bib Necklace

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

The Hudson Court Art Nouveau swag necklace dates to the early 1900s and is adorned with a swirling

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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Bib Necklace

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold

Handmade Etruscan Style Bib Necklace with Green Glass Cabochons by CINAR
Handmade Etruscan Style Bib Necklace with Green Glass Cabochons by CINAR

Handmade Etruscan Style Bib Necklace with Green Glass Cabochons by CINAR

Located in Monroe Township, NJ

This stunning handmade Etruscan-style bib necklace is a captivating piece, showcasing intricate

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Early 20th Century European Etruscan Revival Antique Bib Necklace

Victorian English Bib Necklace Garnets with Pearl Accents, circa 1870
Victorian English Bib Necklace Garnets with Pearl Accents, circa 1870

Victorian English Bib Necklace Garnets with Pearl Accents, circa 1870

Located in Vero Beach, FL

This regal necklace features 47 cut and polished deep red garnets. The entire bib is worked in

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19th Century English Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Silver

Vintage Carol Felley Sterling Silver & Amethyst Bib Choker Necklace
Vintage Carol Felley Sterling Silver & Amethyst Bib Choker Necklace

Vintage Carol Felley Sterling Silver & Amethyst Bib Choker Necklace

By Carol Felley

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

A Vintage Carol Felley Sterling Silver & Amethyst Bib Choker Necklace is a stunning piece of

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Late 19th Century Native American Antique Bib Necklace

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Victorian Coral Cameo Bib

Victorian Coral Cameo Bib

Located in Riverdale, NY

Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high

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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Coral, 18k Gold

Art Deco Crystal Mesh Bib
Art Deco Crystal Mesh Bib

Art Deco Crystal Mesh Bib

Located in New York, NY

Elaborate bib of pronged handset crystals from the 1920's set in rhodiumed metal, Delicate and

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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

Materials

Gilt Metal

Gripoix Glass French Pate de Verre Leaf Bib
Gripoix Glass French Pate de Verre Leaf Bib

Gripoix Glass French Pate de Verre Leaf Bib

By Maison Gripoix

Located in New York, NY

Maison Gripoix handmade french necklace , hand made pate de verre fruit beads and leaves. Turquoise

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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Brass

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Czechoslovakian Turquoise/Cobalt Blue Bib Necklace
Czechoslovakian Turquoise/Cobalt Blue Bib Necklace

Czechoslovakian Turquoise/Cobalt Blue Bib Necklace

Located in Oradell, NJ

This is an outstanding turquoise and cobalt blue Czechoslovakian bib necklace, circa 1920's-1930's

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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

Victorian Vintage Clear Crystals Sterling Silver Bib Necklace
Victorian Vintage Clear Crystals Sterling Silver Bib Necklace

Victorian Vintage Clear Crystals Sterling Silver Bib Necklace

Located in New York, NY

This Victorian necklace has clear crystals in a bib design. It is set in sterling silver. This

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1890s Unknown Antique Bib Necklace

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Sterling Silver

Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace 1930s
Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace 1930s

Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace 1930s

By Miriam Haskell

Located in Bozeman, MT

anniversary this November. See you there! A knockout. Dead-sexy slinky bib necklace

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace
Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace

Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Bib Necklace

Located in Frederick, MD

This beautiful “bib” style necklace was most likely a hair comb or hair piece that was at some

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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

1930s Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace & Bracelet Suite
1930s Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace & Bracelet Suite

1930s Miriam Haskell Bib Necklace & Bracelet Suite

By Miriam Haskell

Located in Bozeman, MT

bulbs. Make a lovely subtle noise, but they're not bells. Bracelet is slightly darker than necklace. A

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Bib Necklace

Art Nouveau Beaded Necklace
Art Nouveau Beaded Necklace

Art Nouveau Beaded Necklace

Located in Topanga, CA

Fleur de Lis Design beaded bib necklace, strung of seed beads and bone.

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Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Bib Necklace

Victorian 10.57 Carat Citrine 18 Karat Gold Handmade Bib-Style Necklace
Victorian 10.57 Carat Citrine 18 Karat Gold Handmade Bib-Style Necklace

Victorian 10.57 Carat Citrine 18 Karat Gold Handmade Bib-Style Necklace

Located in Seattle, WA

This ultra chic 18KT Victorian Era bib-style necklace features a fantastic central rectangular

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Citrine, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Flower Bib Necklace
Antique Victorian Diamond Flower Bib Necklace

Antique Victorian Diamond Flower Bib Necklace

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A delightfully dainty diamond necklace for her. Composed as a drop necklace, this Victorian antique

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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Original Antique Victorian 14k Cabochon Turquoise Festoon Bib Necklace
Original Antique Victorian 14k Cabochon Turquoise Festoon Bib Necklace

Original Antique Victorian 14k Cabochon Turquoise Festoon Bib Necklace

Located in Winter Springs, FL

This fabulous Victorian-era festoon necklace has been hand crafted in 14k pink gold and set with

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Early 19th Century Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vibrant purple cut glass 'bib' necklace, att. Lanvin, France, 1920s
Vibrant purple cut glass 'bib' necklace, att. Lanvin, France, 1920s

Vibrant purple cut glass 'bib' necklace, att. Lanvin, France, 1920s

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Greyabbey, County Down

A very rare and wonderful necklace, set in a soft gilt metal, with amethyst glass faceted cabuchons

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1920s French Antique Bib Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Victorian 1.80 Carat Turquoise Rose Motif Bib Necklace, circa 1880s
Victorian 1.80 Carat Turquoise Rose Motif Bib Necklace, circa 1880s

Victorian 1.80 Carat Turquoise Rose Motif Bib Necklace, circa 1880s

Located in London, GB

This lovely Victorian necklace drapes turquoise in rose-motif settings elegantly over the neck

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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel Leaf Motif, Yogo Sapphire, & Diamond Festoon Necklace
Art Nouveau Enamel Leaf Motif, Yogo Sapphire, & Diamond Festoon Necklace

Art Nouveau Enamel Leaf Motif, Yogo Sapphire, & Diamond Festoon Necklace

Located in Boston, MA

An exquisite Art Nouveau bib necklace from 1900, crafted in the United States. This remarkable

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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Peridot Diamond 18K Gold And Platinum Necklace
Edwardian Peridot Diamond 18K Gold And Platinum Necklace

Edwardian Peridot Diamond 18K Gold And Platinum Necklace

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A ravishing Belle Epoque - Edwardian antique peridot and diamond bib necklace with an elegant and

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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Pla...

1930's Czech Faux Emerald Marquise Bib
1930's Czech Faux Emerald Marquise Bib

1930's Czech Faux Emerald Marquise Bib

Located in New York, NY

This unusual 1930's bib has dozens of bezel set faux emeralds configured into a scarf shape. A

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Early 20th Century Antique Bib Necklace

Antique Victorian Gold Mesh Bib Necklace
Antique Victorian Gold Mesh Bib Necklace

Antique Victorian Gold Mesh Bib Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian mesh bib necklace in 18k gold. The necklace is measuring 16.5" long and 1.75

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19th Century Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Gold

Byzantine Style Faux Turquoise & Coral Bib Necklace
Byzantine Style Faux Turquoise & Coral Bib Necklace

Byzantine Style Faux Turquoise & Coral Bib Necklace

Located in Atlanta, GA

This early 20th Century bib necklace incorporates an ornate Byzantine style design with gold tone

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Early 20th Century Unknown Byzantine Antique Bib Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Vintage French Jet bib necklace, beaded, Art Deco
Vintage French Jet bib necklace, beaded, Art Deco

Vintage French Jet bib necklace, beaded, Art Deco

Located in NEWARK, GB

A wonderful and truly beautiful vintage French jet bib necklace. This is such a flattering design

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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

Birks Art Deco Blue and White Zircon Gold Necklace
Birks Art Deco Blue and White Zircon Gold Necklace

Birks Art Deco Blue and White Zircon Gold Necklace

By Birks

Located in New York, NY

this necklace. A bib with 4 rows of blue zircons is the center piece of this creations, separated by a

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1920s Canadian Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Zircon, White Gold

30's Beaded Bib Necklace
30's Beaded Bib Necklace

30's Beaded Bib Necklace

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H 9 in W 21.5 in

30's Beaded Bib Necklace

Located in Topanga, CA

1930's pearlescent white glass bugle bead scarf necklace. Each bead is in tact, sewn onto silk

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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

French 19th Century Diamond Bib Necklace
French 19th Century Diamond Bib Necklace

French 19th Century Diamond Bib Necklace

Located in San Francisco, CA

A rare and beautiful, all original, classic antique necklace from the second or third quarter of

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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage KJL Faux Coral Cabochon & Rhinestone Bib Necklace
Vintage KJL Faux Coral Cabochon & Rhinestone Bib Necklace

Vintage KJL Faux Coral Cabochon & Rhinestone Bib Necklace

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in New York, NY

When I first saw this beautiful necklace I believed it was a Kenneth Jay Lane bib necklace. It

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1890s American Antique Bib Necklace

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Late 20th Century Antique Bib Necklace

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Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...

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1990s Italian Antique Bib Necklace

Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress
Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress

Art Deco Hand Embroidered Silk Chiffon and Crepe Slip Dress

Located in New York, NY

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1930s French Antique Bib Necklace

Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian
Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian

Tourmaline & Natural Pearl Ring, Georgian

Located in Northampton, MA

A bright pink tourmaline weighing .60 carats is surrounded by 10 luminous natural saltwater pearls in this antique buttery 18K yellow gold ring. This gorgeous jewel dates from around...

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1830s Early Victorian Antique Bib Necklace

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Natural Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond Crescent Brooch
Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond Crescent Brooch

Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond Crescent Brooch

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

This diamond crescent brooch by Tiffany & Co. New York dates from circa 1890-1900. The delicate crescent is set with 21 old European and old mine-cut diamonds mounted in platinum-top...

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Early 20th Century American Edwardian Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Fairies Earrings in 18ct White Gold with 8.95ct White Diamonds Sybarite Jewell
Fairies Earrings in 18ct White Gold with 8.95ct White Diamonds Sybarite Jewell

Fairies Earrings in 18ct White Gold with 8.95ct White Diamonds Sybarite Jewell

By Sybarite Jewellery

Located in London, GB

Discover Sybarite’s Fairies Earrings in white gold with 8.95ct diamonds. A magical tribute to day, night, and the multifaceted beauty of femininity. Sybarite "Fairies" Dangle Earring...

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2010s European Antique Bib Necklace

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

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s
Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

Louis Estevez Silk Bodycon Backless Dress 1950s

By Louis Estevez

Located in Water Mill, NY

A stunning black silk dress from Estevez. The neckline has 2 fringe edged overlapping panels at the center front and the back is low cut. Intricate seaming creates a clever figure ...

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1950s American Antique Bib Necklace

1950s/60s Linda Kinoshita Couture Olive Green Tweed Sheath Dress & Matching Cape
1950s/60s Linda Kinoshita Couture Olive Green Tweed Sheath Dress & Matching Cape

1950s/60s Linda Kinoshita Couture Olive Green Tweed Sheath Dress & Matching Cape

Located in Gresham, OR

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1950s American Antique Bib Necklace

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Cut Out Jersey Black Cocktail Dress size L ( S )

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By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Montgomery, TX

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1990s Italian Antique Bib Necklace

Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet
Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet

Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Egyptian Revival Enamel Link Bracelet, Wonderful hand detailed enamel scenes on each panel. Small size as one panel has been removed, set on 800 silver. 1920 Germany, 6" x 5/8". Exc...

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1920s German Egyptian Revival Antique Bib Necklace

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Silver

Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Festoon Necklace Pink Glass Gilt Metal
Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Festoon Necklace Pink Glass Gilt Metal

Antique Egyptian Revival Scarab Festoon Necklace Pink Glass Gilt Metal

Located in Munich, Bavaria

This elegant Egyptian Revival necklace was created during the Belle Époque, 1885-1905 ca. The necklace is composed of four cast pink glass scarabs with impressed fantasy inscriptions...

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1890s Egyptian Revival Antique Bib Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Diamond Collar Bib Necklace 66 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 113.5 Grams
Vintage Diamond Collar Bib Necklace 66 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 113.5 Grams

Vintage Diamond Collar Bib Necklace 66 Carats 18 Karat White Gold 113.5 Grams

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 18 karat white gold bib collar necklace featuring numerous round brilliants weighing approximately 66 carats, 113.5 grams. Very comfortable on the necklace! A real showstopper!

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1980s Contemporary Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1920s  Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Antique 1920s  Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Bracelet

Antique 1920s Natural No Heat Ceylon Sapphire Platinum Bracelet

Located in Miami, FL

Feel like a Queen! This one-of-a-kind stunning Sapphire and Diamond bracelet was inspired by an Unbridled Imagination of the Jewels of the Nile and crafted in Luxurious Platinum. ...

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1930s Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art-Deco Original Platinum Green Tourmaline 2.20 cts. and Diamond Ring, Ca. 1920
Art-Deco Original Platinum Green Tourmaline 2.20 cts. and Diamond Ring, Ca. 1920

Art-Deco Original Platinum Green Tourmaline 2.20 cts. and Diamond Ring, Ca. 1920

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Art-Deco Original Platinum Green Tourmaline and Diamond Ring, Ca. 1920 This exquisite Art Deco ring showcases a vibrant oval-cut green tourmaline, measuring approximately (9.4 × 6.44...

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1920s French Art Deco Antique Bib Necklace

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Ceil Chapman Vintage Raspberry Chiffon Cocktail dress, c 1950s Size 2
Ceil Chapman Vintage Raspberry Chiffon Cocktail dress, c 1950s Size 2

Ceil Chapman Vintage Raspberry Chiffon Cocktail dress, c 1950s Size 2

By Ceil Chapman

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is a charming and collectible vintage cocktail dress from Ceil Chapman. It is made of a darker pink chiffon with a pink silk lining and a zipper up the back. The chiffon is gath...

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1950s American Antique Bib Necklace

Rare Chanel S/S 1997 Princess Lady Diana sky blue suit skirt
Rare Chanel S/S 1997 Princess Lady Diana sky blue suit skirt

Rare Chanel S/S 1997 Princess Lady Diana sky blue suit skirt

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel

Located in PARIS, FR

A piece of history, this Chanel Spring Summer 1997 blue tweed suit skirt is a true treasure. Size 40 FR, very good vintage condition, only light stains inside the silk lining of the ...

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1990s French Antique Bib Necklace

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Antique Bib Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique bib necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Gilt Metal, this item was constructed with great care. Making the right choice when shopping for an antique bib 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 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating an antique bib necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Kenneth Jay Lane are consistently popular. An antique bib necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 2 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also emerald cut and shield cut versions for sale. Most of our antique bib necklace for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Bib Necklace?

Prices for an antique bib necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $19,800, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,125.

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

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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