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Diamond Solitaire Necklaces

Solitaire necklaces date back to the earliest jewelry, with its eldest ancestors being the dangling pendants of ancient cultures. The “solitaire” gets its name from the French word for “solitary,” reinforcing the fact that it refers to a singly set stone. The discovery of diamonds 3000 years ago resulted in their incorporation in various jeweled adornment in the subsequent generations.

Initially, diamonds, lustrous even in their rough-cut state, were believed to hold magical powers, and so earlier wearers used them as a talisman or harbinger of good luck. As faceting techniques advanced, the true radiance of diamonds emerged, leading ancient cultures to believe, as we do today, that there is nothing quite as irresistible as the sparkle of a diamond.

The ultimate in refined elegance, the sophisticated diamond solitaire necklace is equal parts simplicity and statement that will complement any neckline. While the carat weight can vary, the timeless taste of the subtle sparkle inherent in a vintage diamond solitaire is beyond compare.


Quick Facts

  • The “solitaire” gets its name from the French word for “solitary,” reinforcing the fact that it refers to a singly set stone
  • Jewelry designer Mouawad’s necklace, featuring the Incomparable diamond, was declared the world’s most expensive diamond necklace in 2013. Featuring a 407.48-carat yellow diamond suspended from an 18-karat gold branch-like chain also set with diamonds, the Incomparable was then valued at $55,000,000
  • The largest recorded polished white diamond was mined in South Africa in the early 20th century. Known as the Great Star or Africa, this monumental diamond totaled just over 530 carats

Recommended Items at Auction

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5.62ct Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
5.62ct Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD5,000- AUD6,000
AUD1,20018 Bids
4.82ct Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
4.82ct Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD4,600- AUD5,200
AUD1,70018 Bids
3.36ct Blue Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
3.36ct Blue Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD3,600- AUD4,200
AUD95017 Bids
Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,800- AUD2,200
AUD47513 Bids
Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,600- AUD2,200
AUD50012 Bids
1.03ct Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
1.03ct Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,800- AUD2,800
AUD50012 Bids
Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD1,600- AUD2,000
AUD42511 Bids
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Eros and Lion Diamond Ladies Enhancer Pendant
Feb 22, 12:00 PM EST
Elizabeth Locke 19k Gold Eros and Lion Diamond Ladies Enhancer Pendant
by Hess Fine Art
Est: $2,200- $2,500
$2508 Bids
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Sterling Silver & Blue Diamond Pendant
Feb 20, 10:00 AM EST
Sterling Silver & Blue Diamond Pendant
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$97 Bids
Very Fine 14K Gold Designer Omega Necklace Diamond Slide Pendant
Mar 01, 10:00 AM EST
Very Fine 14K Gold Designer Omega Necklace Diamond Slide Pendant
by Mebane Antique Auction
Est: $100- $10,000
$7007 Bids
14K Yellow Gold & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Feb 22, 12:00 PM MST
14K Yellow Gold & Diamond Pendant Necklace
by EJ'S Auction & Appraisal
Est: $0- $0
$1007 Bids
A European diamond necklace
Feb 19, 6:00 PM AEDT
A European diamond necklace
by For-Auction
Est: AUD500- AUD600
AUD6507 Bids
14k Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace in Cartier Box
Mar 01, 11:00 AM EST
14k Diamond Riviere Tennis Necklace in Cartier Box
by Kavanagh Auctions
Est: $500- $15,000
$8006 Bids
Very Fine 14K Gold Designer Jewelry Diamond Slide Pendant
Mar 01, 10:00 AM EST
Very Fine 14K Gold Designer Jewelry Diamond Slide Pendant
by Mebane Antique Auction
Est: $100- $10,000
$1205 Bids
A Georgian diamond pendant and chain, chain 42cm, pendant 3 x 3.6cm
Feb 19, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Georgian diamond pendant and chain, chain 42cm, pendant 3 x 3.6cm
by For-Auction
Est: AUD2,500- AUD3,000
AUD3,2005 Bids
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Sterling Silver & Diamond Pendant
Feb 20, 10:00 AM EST
Sterling Silver & Diamond Pendant
by Berner's Auction Gallery
Est: $10- $10,000
$64 Bids
TWO DIAMOND AND GOLD SLIDE PENDANTS
Feb 25, 6:00 PM PST
TWO DIAMOND AND GOLD SLIDE PENDANTS
by O'Gallerie
Est: $150- $200
$1404 Bids
3.46ct Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
3.46ct Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD3,600- AUD4,200
AUD1254 Bids
14-Karat Yellow-Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace 2.3 dwt; L: 17-3/4 in
Feb 18, 10:00 AM EST
14-Karat Yellow-Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace 2.3 dwt; L: 17-3/4 in
by Weschler's
Est: $150- $250
$2754 Bids
An Italian diamond necklace
Feb 19, 6:00 PM AEDT
An Italian diamond necklace
by For-Auction
Est: AUD400- AUD600
AUD4404 Bids
1.06ct Diamond Necklace.
Feb 23, 6:00 PM AEDT
1.06ct Diamond Necklace.
by Ozbid Auctions
Est: AUD2,000- AUD3,000
AUD1254 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Diamond Solitaire Necklaces


Robinhood Auctions

Robinhood Auctions

Simrit Collection

Simrit Collection

Intervendue

Intervendue

Henry's Auktionshaus

Henry's Auktionshaus