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Round onyx-black pendant necklace in 14kt yellow gold with butterfly motifs
14kt yellow gold chain necklace with round black enamel pendant and butterfly designs
Round onyx-black pendant necklace in 14kt yellow gold with butterfly motifs
14kt yellow gold chain necklace with round black enamel pendant and butterfly designs

C. 1990 Vintage Onyx Butterfly Pendant Necklace in 14kt Yellow Gold

$695
C. 1990. From our Estate collection, this fascinating necklace blends bold color, culture and whimsy with a jet-black 25mm carved round onyx…

Item 251379

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All weights and measurements are approximate. Most gemstones are treated to enhance their beauty and may require special care.

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Visually Speaking

Black onyx has always played a different role in fine jewelry design. Its light-absorbing surface functions as a visual anchor that grounds a composition and increases the apparent luminosity of the surrounding metalwork and accent stones.

A Storied Heritage

The bail solved a problem so fundamental that ancient jewelers in Egypt, Greece, and Rome arrived at the same solution independently: a loop or ring through which a cord passes to suspend an ornament. What industrialization added in the 19th century was standardization of the bail as a distinct, separately manufactured component that could be applied consistently across production volumes.

Discovery & Curation

At Ross-Simons, we love an unexpected find. The piece that can't be easily categorized, but immediately makes sense on the right person. That's an important part of our buying philosophy as we aim to bring you a selection of unique pieces you won't see anywhere else.

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