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French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold religious charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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W 0.75 in D 0.04 in L 0.87 in
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold religious charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.75 in D 0.05 in L 0.87 in
French St Therese 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a religious medal depicting Saint
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French St Therese 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
French St Therese 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.05 in L 0.83 in
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.06 in L 0.83 in
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a shield-shaped medal depicting the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
French Religious Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
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W 0.52 in D 0.06 in L 0.87 in
French Religious 18K Yellow Gold St Therese Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Saint Therese with
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious 18K Yellow Gold St Therese Charm Pendant
French Religious 18K Yellow Gold St Therese Charm Pendant
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W 0.6 in D 0.05 in L 0.95 in
French Lamb of God 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal with a depiction of the Lamb
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Lamb of God 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
French Lamb of God 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
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W 1.3 in D 0.03 in L 1.3 in
0.3 Carat Diamond 18k Gold Sikhism Ik Onkar Religious Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful sikhism religious necklace is a statement piece. This sikhism necklace can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold Cross Necklace Christ Cross Pendant Religious Jesus Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.34 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Halo Om Religious Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 18K GOLD IN THIS LISTING, PLEASE WRITE A NOTE TO
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

French Religious Medal Angel Jesus Communion 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Jesus preparing the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K French solid yellow gold Virgin Mary - Catholic pendant - religious catholic
Located in Antwerp, BE
who is looking to the right. This love medallion is crafted in 18 ct gold, marked with a french eagle
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.95tcw 18K Natural Round Cut Emerald Religious Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning emerald cross pendant. Twelve prong set round cut emeralds are on full
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2010s Zambian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Gold Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Charm Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Diamond Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / White Gold. Delicate dainty cross charm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold Heart and Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Heart and Cross Diamond Necklace is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Large French Religious Jesus Christ Holy Communion 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A large French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Jesus
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Antique 19th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Religious Medal Jesus Christ Holy Communion 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Jesus preparing the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
base. This Christian medallion is crafted in 18 ct gold around the 1960's and hallmarked with a 0,750
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Vintage 1960s Belgian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cute French vintage 18k yellow gold Virgin Mary charm - lovely religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
medallion is crafted in 18 ct gold, marked with a french eagle head and a makers mark. This Virgin Mary
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Mid-20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct 750 Gold Vintage Religious pendant
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Virgin Mary Pendant the central section has a stamp mark on the left hand side on the
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Mid-20th Century European Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross / Religious Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
18Kt Yellow Gold Cross/Religious Pendant 8.38 grams Total weight measures 65.5 by 35.5 mm.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

3 Total Carat Weight Diamond Religious Cross Pendant in 18k solid yellow gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product details: - Solid gold (approx. 14 grams) - approx. 3 carat diamond ( E color, VS purity ) - If you want a chain with it, please contact us! Service Available - Customiza...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Young Sister Religious Pendant Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Discover the harmony between faith and art with this Young Sister religious pendant in 18k yellow
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Religious Diamond Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.12 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Khanda Religious Sikhism Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
beautiful sikhism religious necklace is a statement piece. This sikhism necklace can be customized on the
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold Diamond Fish Cross Necklace Christian Necklace Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Fish Cross Necklace in 18K White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate Minimal Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold Cross Necklace Diamond Mini Cross Necklace Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Cross Charm Necklace with a natural diamond is made of 18k solid gold. Available in
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

1.3 Total Carat Weight Diamond Illusion Setting Religious Cross Pendant
Located in Jaipur, RJ
- Solid gold (approx. 4 grams) - approx. 1.3 carat diamond ( G color, VS purity ) - The pendant
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

0.05 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Dharma Chakra Buddhism Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
WHITE GOLD, YELLOW GOLD, ROSE GOLD COLOR" "THIS ITEM IS LISTED AS 18K GOLD IN THIS LISTING, PLEASE
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Roman Malakov 3.39 Carats Total Round Diamond Religious Cross Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A classic religious pendant necklace showcasing 3.39 carats total round brilliant diamonds, E-F
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

0.8 Total Carat Weight Diamond Illusion Setting Religious Cross Pendant Baguette
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Product details: - Solid gold (approx. 3 grams) - approx. 0.8 carat diamond ( G color, VS purity ) - If you want a chain with it, please contact us! Service Available - Customiz...
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18k Gold Star of David Diamond Necklace Religious Star Diamond Jewish Gift
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Dainty Star of David Charm Necklace with natural diamond is made of 18k solid gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Dimos 18k Gold IXNK Enamel Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Gold religious pendant in 18 karat gold and blue enamel worked with graduation wires and a
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 18k Gold IXNK Enamel Pendant
Dimos 18k Gold IXNK Enamel Pendant
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H 0.669 in W 0.512 in L 17.717 in
Dimos 18k Gold IXNK White Enamel Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Gold religious pendant in 18 karat gold and white enamel worked with graduation wires and a
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 18k Gold IXNK White Enamel Pendant
Dimos 18k Gold IXNK White Enamel Pendant
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H 0.669 in W 0.669 in L 19.685 in
18k French Virgin Mary charm - 18k Gold Antique engraved Catholic pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
flanked by greenish leafs. This Antique pendant has a floral and warm look thanks to the foliate
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18K Gold Vintage Cross Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Italian 18 karat gold cross charm pendant. This vintage religious cross charm has a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

0.11 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Sikhism Khanda pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful sikhism religious necklace is a statement piece. This sikh necklace can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.19 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Islam Allah Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful Allah religious necklace is a statement piece that is made in Thailand with love
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.19 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Islam Allah Pendant
0.19 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Islam Allah Pendant
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H 0.56 in W 0.73 in
0.5 Carat Diamonds Cross Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Carat Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K White Gold is a symbol of faith and elegance. The combination of
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Art-Deco Religious Cross Double-Sided Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Art-Deco Religious Cross Double-Sided Gold 18 Karat Ce pendentif en forme de croix en or 18
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

0.25 Carat Diamond 18K Gold Diamond Allah Islam Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful Allah religious necklace is a statement piece. This Islam necklace can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.17 Carat Diamond 18k Gold Om Hindu pendant necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
. This beautiful Hindu religious OM necklace is one of a kind necklace made in Thailand. This Hindu
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.18 CT Diamond 18K Gold Lotus Om Pendant necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful Hindu religious OM necklace is surrounded with lotus leaf petals which makes it a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Roman Malakov 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an 18k yellow gold traditional religious star of David pendant necklace, suspended on an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an 18k yellow gold traditional religious star of David pendant necklace accented with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Angel Wing Necklace Angel Protect Charm Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond angel wing necklace, 18k solid Gold, Worry Angel necklace, Angel Protect Charm , Religious
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.29 Carat diamond 18K Gold Om Lotus Hindu Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
spirituality. This beautiful Hindu religious OM necklace is surrounded with lotus leaf petals which makes it a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.11 Carat Diamonds 18K Gold Crescent Moon Islamic Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
peace and spirituality. This beautiful crescent moon star religious necklace can guarantee top-notch
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Ancient Roman 1st Century Bce Julius Caesar Coin 18k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
" handmade granulated 18K gold setting. This pendant is sent with a laminated lifetime coin certificate of
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

19th Century Pendant 18k Gold Cross Bynzantine Style
Located in Bilbao, ES
XIX Century Pendant 18k Gold Cross Bynzantine style with rubies and rock crystals Length 102mm
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Antique 19th Century Spanish Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

18k Gold Diamond Angel Wing Necklace Angel Protect Charm Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Angel Wing Necklace in 18K Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. A solid gold diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Ancient Roman 4th Century AD Constantius II Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
additionally. It comes in 18”, 20”, and 24” lengths. We discount our chains 20% when ordered with a pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18k early 20th century Virgin Mary - rare Floral French Antique engraved pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
hand engraved leafs. This Antique pendant has a floral and warm look thanks to the foliate decoration
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 5.10 Ct Old Mine Diamonds Rare Religious Cross 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
simple yet effective claw setting, typical of the era, solid 18 KT gold Rare Diamond content comprising 7
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold 40 mm Star of David Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold 40 mm Star of David Pendant Necklace is a radiant
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 18K Yellow Gold Star of David Pendant Necklace with Wheat Chain
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing an 18k yellow gold traditional religious star of David pendant necklace, suspended on an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

French Cross Pendant Gold Yellow Thin
Located in Vannes, FR
French Cross Pendant Gold Yellow Thin This elegant French cross in 18 carat yellow gold is a
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21st Century and Contemporary French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Cross Pendant Gold Yellow Thin
French Cross Pendant Gold Yellow Thin
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H 0.78 in L 0.59 in
18ct Gold Virgin Mary Pendant Era, 1970s
Located in London, GB
Rare Vintage Era 1970s 18ct 750 Gold Religious Pendant Brutalist Design in good condition Stamped
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Vintage 1970s Egyptian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Etruscan Yellow Gold Cross Pendant for Necklace or Charm
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Finely made delicate 18k yellow gold cross pendant it is .89" tall without the hoop that attaches
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Yellow Gold Cross Pendant for Necklace or Charm
Etruscan Yellow Gold Cross Pendant for Necklace or Charm
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H 1 in W 0.73 in D 0.1 in
Dimos 18k Gold Classic Cross with Rubies and Granulation
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold cross pendant with rubies and granulation decoration that combines elegance and religious
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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18k Religious Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18k religious pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 170 vintage or 144 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k religious pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing 18k religious pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Oshi Jewels, Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Roman Malakov each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A 18k religious pendant of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 103, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our 18k religious pendant for sale are for women, but there are 202 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 18k Religious Pendant?

The price for a 18k religious pendant starts at $76 and tops out at $61,200 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,101.

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.