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Byzantine Gold Coin
Located in Cairo, EG
Byzantine era high karat gold coin that can be used as pendant dates back to 1221-1254 ruler john
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15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

Ancient Byzantine Coin 22k Gold Reversible Spinner Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Both sides of this ancient Byzantine coin (Kōnstantinos X, Follis, Constantinopolis mint, AD 1059
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15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Necklace Helena Holy Water 700 AD
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent Museum Quality Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross dating to circa the
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Silver, Bronze

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin Two-Tone Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Byzantine bronze coin (Justin 1, Follis, Constantinople mint, 518-527 A.D.) set
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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22k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin, Diamond and Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Large, authentic ancient Byzantine coin (Phocas, Follis, Cyzicus mint, AD 602-610) and 3 diamonds
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Bronze, Yellow Gold, Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Located in Athens, GR
Noir cross in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with granulation and filigrees. The 12 diamonds (0.47carats) are cut in brilliant formation and the exceptional summary white color ident...
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16th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
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H 1.772 in W 0.984 in
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Inspired Cross with Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold Byzantine Inspired Cross that showcases intricate design and craftsmanship. This cross
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Cross with Enamel and Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine era cross in 18 karat gold completely handmade decorated with granulation, round cut
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold

Antique Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Cross with Enamel and Sapphires
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Cross with Enamel and Sapphires
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H 2.047 in W 1.575 in D 0.197 in
Byzantine Revival 1850 Enameled Polychrome Cross In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Byzantine revival enameled Christian Cross Fabulous antique cross, created in Europe in the middle
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1830s Italian Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Ancient Byzantine Gold Cabochon Carnelian Double Sided Cross, 6-7th Century A.D.
Located in New York, NY
double sided Byzantine gold and carnelian cross with tubular tapering arms capped with a dome, a cabochon
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15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

22K Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Ancient 7th Century Byzantine Constans II Gold Coin in 22K Antique Greek Yellow Gold Pendant. Coin
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22k Gold Original Byzantine Coin Pendant, Antique Constantinople II Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Coin details: Byzantine: Constantinople, 3rd officina, Constans II Pogonatus (AD 641-668), AV
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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22k Gold

Early20thC ByzantineRedCrossPendant LampworkGlass Galalith SilverToggle Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Characteristic of the large chunky shapes including Byzantine-style crosses favored by French
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Early 20th Century French Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, Silver, Copper

Dimos 18k Gold Briolette Swiss Blue Topaz Knitted Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Most people call it a lariat necklace. We call it The Tie. Our signature work of knitting process
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold

Ancient Artifacts, Coin, Fossil, Turquoise and Carnelian Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Ancient artifact Bohemian necklace featuring an ancient Byzantine bronze coin, ancient Carnelian
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Multi-gemstone, Turquoise, Tiger's Eye, Carnelian, Agate, Go...

John Paul Cooper "The Kingfisher" Arts & Crafts Necklace
By John Paul Cooper
Located in London, GB
-interpreting late Roman and Byzantine jewels to create this unique design and superb necklace. Characteristic
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Early 20th Century British Arts and Crafts Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold

19th Century Pendant 18k Gold Cross Bynzantine Style
Located in Bilbao, ES
/ 4.01in. Byzantine art, architecture, paintings, and other visual arts produced in the Middle Ages in the
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19th Century Spanish Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Bocola Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
The Bocola pendant set in 22k yellow gold. The design is created with circles of filigree and granulations of different size all around. The hoop is simple and clean so the emphasis ...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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22k Gold

Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Bocola Pendant
Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Bocola Pendant
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H 0.866 in W 0.512 in D 0.157 in Dm 0.512 in
Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Sfalaki Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
One of the most loved classical smooth and elegant workmanship of the filigree. Known as Sfalaki in our world completely handmade. The filigree it’s wrapped from the center all the...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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22k Gold

Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Sfalaki Pendant
Dimos 22K Gold Filigree Sfalaki Pendant
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H 0.984 in W 0.63 in D 0.157 in Dm 0.63 in
Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
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Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Filigree cross pendant in 18k gold with 0.70 carats sapphires. The smoothness and the peacefulness of the particular filigree work sets it to the most suave feeling that these filigr...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
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H 1.575 in W 1.181 in D 0.157 in
Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold pendant completely hand done framing a natural Pearl with granulated art work. An ideal size to complete your layering pendants.
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Late 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
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H 0.984 in W 0.669 in Dm 0.669 in
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Filigree cross in 18k yellow gold with 0.12 carats brilliant cut diamonds. The smoothness and the peacefulness of the particular filigree work sets it to the most suave feeling that ...
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
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W 0.866 in D 0.118 in L 1.496 in
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Fancy Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
. This Chain Incorporates Two Different Style Links- Mariner Link & Byzantine, Joined Together by Two
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Located in Athens, GR
chosen a square byzantine chain made in Italy in 18 karat gold to be strong and durable with a lobster
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Greek Revival Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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18k Gold, 22k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
Dimos 22k Gold Museum Copy Pendant with Chain
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H 4.33 in W 1.692 in D 0.472 in L 13.77 in
Antique 12.85 Carat Citrine 3.49 Carat Diamond Enamel and Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold necklace / brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This
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1890s French Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Diamond Demantoid Garnet Pearl Maltese Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s This magnificent Victorian era pendant / brooch is designed as a large Byzantine
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

Enameled Heart-Shaped Pendant with Cherub & Seed Pearls by Carlo Giuliano c.1880
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in Chicago, IL
Byzantine style, occur in designs now in the Morgan Library and Museum that he made for jewels. These jewels
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1880s English Revival Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Antique Reliquary Book Pendant Locket
Located in Chicago, IL
donated their collection of Byzantine and medieval glass to the Landesmuseum Württemberg, Stuttgart
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Mid-17th Century Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Antique Reliquary Book Pendant Locket
Antique Reliquary Book Pendant Locket
W 0.99 in D 0.48 in L 1.66 in
Massive Byzantine Bronze Reliquary Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A cast-bronze Byzantine reliquary cross pendant with two cruciform plaques that open for relic or
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15th Century and Earlier Medieval Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Bronze

Antique Burmese Ruby Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
. Originally part of a necklace, both the top and the bottom sections of the earrings are of the period
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19th Century Unknown Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Ruby

Victorian Blue Enamel Locket and Earrings
Located in London, GB
stylised Byzantine cross beneath gold scrolling runs, with matching locket, circa 1860, measuring
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1860s British Victorian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

ben-amun Byzantine Glass Stone Statement Necklace
By Ben Amun
Located in New York, NY
24 kt gold electroplated Czech Glass Stones Majorca Pearls Adjustable lobster clasp fastening Hand made in New York City, USA
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15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

Ancient Byzantine Cross - Bronze Diamond Gold
By Katherine Jetter
Located in Albuquerque, NM
9th Century A.D. Bronze cross framed in 22K Yellow Gold with six stones 0.6ct cognac colored diamonds on an 18 inch 24K Yellow Gold satellite fancy link chain. Certificate of Authent...
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15th Century and Earlier American Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold, Bronze

24 Karat Gold Link Necklace Adorned with Emerald Beads
By Serhat Design
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
Modern and yet timeless design, inspired by Byzantine Period. Completely hand-fabricated in our
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, 24k Gold

24 Karat Gold Handcrafted Cabochon Sapphire Linked Ball Necklace
By Serhat Design
Located in Istanbul, Fatih
24K Gold Handcrafted Cabochon Sapphire Linked Ball Necklace Gold Weight : 45.78 g Sapphire : 8.05
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 24k Gold

19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
Located in Paris, FR
Very charming and chic lapis-lazuli cross set on silver with 17 small antique cut diamonds. The ring in gold. Weight: 18.4 gr French recense marks.
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1880s Unknown Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Silver

19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
19th Century Lapis-Lazuli and Diamond Cross
H 2.37 in W 1.82 in D 0.24 in
Antique Victorian Micro Mosaic Full Collar circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous micro mosaic necklace is Circa 1860 Set with 24 micro mosaic tile panels that
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1860s British Victorian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Other, Base Metal

Extraordinarily Fine Grand Tour Italian Multi-Part Micromosaic Necklace, Rome
Located in Lafayette, CA
The art of micromosaics began as a Byzantine phenomenon which, in 1576, was embraced by the
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Mid-19th Century Italian Grand Tour Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Marble, Gold

Antique 14ct Gold Jade Coral Roses Pendant Necklace Byzantine Chain 585 28 Inch
Located in Camelford, GB
GOLD ART DECO JADE AND CORAL TWIN ROSES PENDANT NECKLACE PENDANT DESCRIPTION DETAILS Material: Solid
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Coral, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Italian Byzantine Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A great antique Byzantine chain necklace made of 14k yellow gold. Stamped with a hallmark for 14k
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Early 1900s Italian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Italian Byzantine Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
Antique Italian Byzantine Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
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H 0.07 in W 0.07 in L 21 in
Ancient Byzantine Gold Cross with Emerald
Located in Stamford, CT
A high karat rare gold Byzantine cross with beautiful open work and circular scroll work is
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Cross with Enamel and Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine era cross in 22 karat gold completely handmade decorated with granulation, round 0.60
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Sapphire, 22k Gold, Enamel

Byzantine Gold Coin Depicting Emperor Andronicus, Michael and Christ Pendant
Located in Roma, IT
In this beautiful sterling silver pendant is set an authentic Byzantine 18 Kt gold coin ( 1295-1320
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15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Sterling Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Gold Byzantine Long Chain
Located in New York, NY
An Antique 18 karat gold chain. The long chain is in a Byzantine motif link with a 14 karat gold
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1880s Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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14k Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Medieval Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
The Byzantine Empire, circa 9th -12th century The gold cross is incised with five concentric
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

Georgian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Floral Dome Byzantine 46 Inch Long Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a Byzantine style link stylized with additional dome forms. Featuring a crosshatch
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1830s Georgian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faberge Byzantine Enameled Gold Pectoral Cross
By Fabergé
Located in Chicago, IL
A very fine rose gold, cloisonne and champleve enamel antique pectoral cross in the Byzantine style
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Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

Ancient Byzantine Gold Cross with Emerald and Amethyst
Located in Stamford, CT
Made from the fine jewelers of the Byzantine period, known for their quality, this magnificent
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Medieval Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, 22k Gold

24 Karat Gold Byzantine Coin Pendant Depicting the Emperor Phocas Rear Victory
Located in Roma, IT
In this sterling silver pendant is set an authentic 24 Kt pure gold Byzantine coin depicting the
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Constantine Roman Coin Silver Necklace
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Antique roman bronze coin mounted on contemporary silver necklace. Ready to be worn! Constantine
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Silver

Constantine The Great Coin Silver Necklace
By Muzeion
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Antique Constantine The Great copper coin mounted on contemporary silver necklace. Ready to be worn
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Silver, Copper

Constantine the Great Coin Silver Necklace
By Muzeion
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Antique Constantine The Great copper coin mounted on contemporary silver necklace. Ready to be worn
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Silver, Copper

Constantine the Great Coin Silver Necklace
By Muzeion
Located in Nuevo Leon, MX
Antique Constantine The Great copper coin mounted on contemporary silver necklace. Ready to be worn
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Contemporary Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Silver, Copper

Victorian Jade 20 Karat Gold Long Chain Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Long chain necklace is comprised of textured and hand fabricated byzantine style links With eight
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1880s Victorian Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat White Gold and Emerald Cross
Located in Bilbao, ES
Classic Bizantine gold cross with 12 carre emeralds Measures 30 x 24,50 mm
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Early 20th Century Unknown Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold

Byzanthine Gold Coin Pendant Circa 527-552 D.C.
Located in Firenze, IT
Byzanthine gold coin, Justinian I, AV Semissis, 527-552, Constantinople D N IVSTINI_ANVS PP AVI Diademed, draped, cuirassed bust right VICTORIA AVGGG Victory seated right, inscribing...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Gold, 22k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
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Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Castellani Gold and Micro Mosaic Pendant
By Castellani
Located in New York, NY
Castellani. The perfectly circular gold pendant holds a micromosaic of a dove graced with a Byzantine style
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1860s Italian Etruscan Revival Antique Byzantine Necklaces

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18k Gold

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Antique Byzantine Necklaces For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of antique byzantine necklaces for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 3 vintage examples as well as 14 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of antique byzantine necklaces bearing Byzantine or Medieval hallmarks are very popular. Michael Kneebone each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 7 Sapphire versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. A selection of round cut and mixed cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of antique byzantine necklaces, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Antique Byzantine Necklaces?

Prices for antique byzantine necklaces can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $825 and can go as high as $8,500, while antique byzantine necklaces, on average, fetch $1,250.

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.

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 necklaces designed by David Webb — 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 Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Antique Byzantine Necklaces
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To tell if a necklace is antique, first look for hallmarks that indicate the maker. If you locate them, you can consult trusted online resources to find out when the company or artisan was active. To qualify as an antique, a necklace must be at least 100 years old. The presence of materials that are no longer commonly used to produce jewelry, like bakelite, camphor glass, foil opals and paste, can be good indicators that a piece is an antique. Antique jewelry is also more likely to have European- and rose-cut gemstones than modern cuts like the brilliant round. Because it can be difficult to date jewelry on your own, you may wish to consult an expert, like a certified appraiser or experienced dealer, for assistance. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of antique necklaces.