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Medal Chain Necklace Opals Sacred Heart Pendant Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace Opal French Medal Saint Sacred Heart Pendant SilverJ Dauphin 30" This Unique One of
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Chain Necklace Opal French Medal Saint Sacred Heart Pendant Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chain Necklace Opal French Medal Saint Sacred Heart Pendant SilverJ Dauphin 30" This Unique One of
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Sacred Heart Fine Gold Charm Pendant 6.4 grams 17mm Reversible
Located in New York, NY
Sacred Heart Reversible Charm 24kt Yellow Gold Weight: 6.4 Grams 17mm diameter pendant
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Madonna and Child Sacred Heart 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
the Sacred Heart. Stamped with the eagle's head mark for 18 karat gold and French manufacture along
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Sacred Heart Madonna and Child 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
Christ with the Sacred Heart to one side; to the other, the Virgin Mary as Madonna and Child on a throne
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French St Scapulaire Madonna Jesus Sacred Heart 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
the Sacred Heart. Stamped with the eagle's head for 18 karat gold and French manufacture and an
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Dropsy Sacred Heart Madonna and Child 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
Christ with the Sacred Heart to one side; to the other, the Virgin Mary as Madonna and Child on a throne
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Lavrillier Sacred Heart Madonna and Child 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
Christ with the Sacred Heart with a pierced surround of diamonds and plant motifs surrounding His halo
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Immaculate Sacred Heart of Jesus Charm 24 Karat Yellow Gold Catholic Pendant
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most practiced and well known Catholic devotions. The image
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Guadalupe Faith Medal Pendant - 14k Sacred Heart of Jesus Reversible
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Style: Faith Medal Theme: Our Lady of Guadalupe, Sacred Heart of
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tama Pendant with Love Burning Sacred Heart in 14kt Yellow Gold with Tassel
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Tama Pendant Necklace with the Love Burning Sacred Heart, in 14kt Yellow Gold with Tassel A "Tama
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2010s Greek Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Dropsy Notre Dame de Mont Carmel Sacred Heart 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
them. The other side depicts Jesus Christ with the Sacred Heart, signed Dropsy. The medal is surrounded
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Antique 19th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacred Heart Jesus and Mary Pendant in 24K Yellow Gold and Mixed Metals
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
The sacred heart of Jesus and Mary is perfect to show your faith. The Christian pendant has Jesus
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Mixed Metal

Antique French Empire Period Double Sided Sacred Heart Silver Cross
Located in New York, NY
Fine antique French Empire period double sided Sacred Heart silver cross 19th Century Length: 3.75
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Antique 19th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Original Portuguese Viana's Heart with Chain Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
religious origin. It appeared in the 18th century with the cult of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Beyond its
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20th Century Portuguese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Original Portuguese Viana's Heart 19 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
religious origin. It appeared in the 18th century with the cult of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Beyond its
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20th Century Portuguese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Original Portuguese Viana's Heart 19 karat Yellow Gold
Original Portuguese Viana's Heart 19 karat Yellow Gold
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Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red Tourmaline Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also known as the
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Emerald Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart (also known as
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Retro 1940's Pendant of Jesus and Mary
Located in Stamford, CT
wears a golden crown. There are two angels at her head. Jesus holds the sacred heart and wears a halo of
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Vintage 1940s Retro Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold

Retro 1940's Pendant of Jesus and Mary
Retro 1940's Pendant of Jesus and Mary
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Antique Spanish Jet Amulet Pendant with Figa
Located in Chicago, IL
that it originally represented the Sacred Heart of Mary, only eventually changed to her initial. He
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Antique Early 17th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Renaissance Reliquary Pendant with Pearl and Enameling
Located in Chicago, IL
RELIQUARY PENDANT WITH PEARL Spain or Spanish Netherlands, c. 1620 Gold, rock crystal, enamel
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Antique 1620s Spanish Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Pendant Chain Necklace Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Red Tourmaline Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Gold Vermeil Pendant Necklace 22
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Vermeil, 14k Gold, Gold-filled

White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Necklace The Sacred Heart (also
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Pendant Chain Necklace Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Pendant Gold Filled Chain Necklace 10 k Gold Vermeil Medal J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Gold-filled

10K Yellow Gold 4 Carat Diamond Two Row Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pendant features a masterfully designed 10K yellow gold cross as its centerpiece. This sacred symbol
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver 18k Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Cabochon Red Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
reverence. At the heart of this sacred emblem lies a lapis lazuli round cabochon, a gemstone steeped in
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Sapphire Sacred Heart Medal Pendant Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
be worn as shorter and is adjustable. Thick Gold Filled Chain. French Spiritual Medal Pendant In
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

French Notre Dame du Sacre Coeur 18 Karat Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
phrase ‘N.D. (Notre Dame) Du Sacre Coeur Priez Pour Nous’ (trans. Our Lady of the Sacred Heart Pray for
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Notre Dame du Mont Carmel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Medal Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
Carmel Pray for Us) around the edge. The reverse depicts Jesus Christ and the Sacred Heart, and the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Necklace Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace Gold Vermeil Pendant and Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Vermeil, Gold-filled

White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Necklace Gold Vermeil J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Coin Medal Pendant Chain Necklace Gold Vermeil Pendant and Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Vermeil

Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Cross Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Silver Cross Chain Necklace Length: 28 " The Medal is
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Emerald Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold-filled, Gold Plate, Bronze

Heart Medal Necklace Personalized Initial Ruby Sacred Twin J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Sacred Twin Heart Gold Medal Necklace Personalized Initial. Custom made with Initial of choice
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Ruby Medal Pearl Necklace Sacred Heart Silver Chain J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby Medal Pearl Necklace Sacred Heart Silver Chain Designer: J Dauphin Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart Black Pearl Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Black Pearl Chain Necklace Medal Sacred Heart Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Chain Necklace Medal Sacred Heart Pink Tourmaline 16" Long J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart Black Pearl Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Black Pearl Chain Necklace Medal Sacred Heart Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Chain Necklace Medal Sacred Heart Pink Tourmaline 16" Long J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Tourmaline Opal Medal Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tourmaline Opal Medal Coin Sacred Heart Silver Black Pearl Chrysoprase Choker Chain 16" Necklace
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Chrysophrase, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Sterling Silver Black Pearl Tourmaline Opal The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Black Pearl, Opal, Chrysophrase, Sterling Silver, Silver, Go...

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

White Diamond Sacred Heart Medal Bronze Long Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond Sacred Heart Medal Bronze Long Chain Necklace Gold Filled J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Bronze

Tourmaline Opal Sacred Heart Medal Sterling Silver Black Pearl Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Opal Blue Green Tourmaline Sacred Heart Medal Coin Silver Black Pearl Tanzanite Beads Gold Filled
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, Black Pearl, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, S...

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Bronze, Gold-filled

Pink Tourmaline Sacred Heart White Pearl Opal Ruby Beaded Choker Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pink Tourmaline Set in a Gold Plated Sacred Heart Medal with a Necklace made out of White Pearl
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Bronze, Gold Plate, Gold-filled

Diamond Aquamarine Pink Sapphire Black Pearl Necklace Sacred Heart J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
3 pcs of Mini Sacred Heart in Silver and Bronze covered in Diamond Aquamarine and Pink Sapphire
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Pearl, Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Bronze, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Christian Necklace
Located in London, GB
separately bordered portraits; one representing the Holy Sacred heart of Jesus Christ and the other featuring
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Christian Necklace
Vintage Christian Necklace
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L 24 in
Ruby White Diamond Sacred Heart Silver Chain Necklace Art Nouveau Medal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby and White Diamond Covered French Sacred Heart Bronze Medal and a Art Nouveau Silver Medal with
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, White Diamond, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Joan of Arc Medal Necklace Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medals and other sacred symbols can have several reason, some wear them as a sort of protection. Some
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Bronze

Joan of Arc Medal Coin Necklace Ruby Emerald Blue Sapphire Bronze J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Destruction" in bronze with goldfilled chain. The use of Medals and other sacred symbols can have several
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Bronze

Opal Medal Saint Chunky Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in gold prongs and has two twin pieces of Sterling Silver Hearts Pendant . The Chunky Chain is a Gold
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Opal Medal Saint Chunky Chain Necklace Sacred Heart Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
in gold prongs and has two twin pieces of Sterling Silver Hearts Pendant . The Chunky Chain is a Gold
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Necklace Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Coin Pendant Necklace Silver Opal Pink Tourmaline J Dauphin
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Tourmaline, Black Pearl, Opal, 14k Gold, Bronze, Silver, Gold...

Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Pearl Sacred Heart Medal Pink Tourmaline Silver Chain Necklace J Dauphin The Sacred Heart
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

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Sacred Heart Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sacred heart pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Bronze — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect sacred heart pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A sacred heart pendant from J DAUPHIN, Dolce & Gabbana and Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A sacred heart pendant can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a sacred heart pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Sacred Heart Pendant?

On average, a sacred heart pendant at 1stDibs sells for $600, while they’re typically $340 on the low end and $6,424 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.