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Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

Antique Child & Child Renaissance Revival Rose Cut Diamond Baroque Pearl Pendant
By Child & Child
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular Museum Quality Antique Pendant in the Renaissance Revival style set with Rose
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Early 20th Century British Renaissance Revival Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Art Deco Rose Cut Diamond Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
a further Baroque Pearl pendant at the bottom. The jewel is 14 Karat Yellow Gold. I cannot say
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted
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19th Century Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Pearl, Diamond

French 20th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
with rose-cut diamonds, half pearls and baroque pearls. In the center, a rose-cut diamond is set on a
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Art Nouveau 1900 Enamel Orchid Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
America during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1900. This pendant-brooch is a rare find and has been
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k...

15k Gold Art Nouveau Plique-à-jour Diamond and Pearl Necklace
By Mappin Brothers
Located in Venice, CA
of the last pearl measures 2 1/2”, and the pendant is 1” across at its widest point. The piece
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Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Natural Pearl Necklace and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful natural pearl necklace crafted at a time when the Art Deco style was at
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
the centre and a charming baroque pearl hanging below. The piece is finished with a pair of matching
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Antique Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
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W 0.16 in L 1.93 in
Luigi Rosi Victorian Diamond Agate 18K Gold Antique Cupid Cameo Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped pendant suspended from bale with dimensional foliate motif surrounds and
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1880s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 2.6 Carat Diamond and Natural Pearl Lavalier Necklace, circa 1910
Located in Goettingen, DE
long movable pendants. Set with 69 diamonds with a total of 2.6 carat and 3 natural pearls, set in
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Early 20th Century German Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco Baroque Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace 18ct Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Kendal, GB
set with an irregular shaped Baroque Pearl haloed with twinkling Rose cut Diamonds. Further Pearls
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1920s European Art Deco Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Ruby Emerald Pearl Silver 18 Karat Giardinetti Pendant Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
an articulating baroque pearl drop measuring 5.5 x 6.0 mm - white in body color with moderate
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1860s French Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gol...

Art Nouveau Goddess Maiden Woman Rose Flower Enamel Pendant Brooch Necklace
Located in New York, NY
decorated leaves with a pink rose in the center. The pendant has a baroque pearl drop. The work is a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k Gold LFG Certified Natural Pearl Diamond Bow Brooch
Located in Versailles, FR
). Its certificate proves that the larger baroque pearl on the bottom, is a natural fresh water pearl in
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Edwardian Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Summerland, CA
Platinum and gold Edwardian lavalier with Old Mine cut diamonds and a semi Baroque pearl. No karat
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Early 1900s Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

French 19th Century Natural Pearls Diamonds Onyx Cameo Set
Located in Poitiers, FR
whose upper part is decorated with baroque pearls on a circle, and holds in pendants an openwork pattern
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19th Century French Napoleon III Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 1...

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Carved White Pink Shell Cameo Brooch w/ Diamond Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 0.90ctw (approx.) (3) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round & Baroque Shape - Stem & Wire Set - Nice
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1890s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Empire Tiara Head Ornament Ormolou Onyx
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Tiaras from the Empire period are very rare indeed, this fine example is made cetted onyx beads and finely worked fire guilt metal.
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1810s French Empire Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Onyx, Gilt Metal

Cartier Antique Vanity Set in 14 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully rare antique 14K gold dresser set contains 18 pieces including: 1 hair brush 1 hair comb 1 clothes brush 3 round gold containers 2 glass bottles 3 gold bottles 1 corse...
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20th Century French Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Signed Durand & Co. Black Opal, Diamond, Ombre Enamel 18K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Entrancing Art Nouveau period black opal, diamond, ombre enamel 18k gold ring by Durand & Co. The dramatic oval opal framed in an exquisite ombre enamel paneled frame set with six E...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

French Virgin Mary Plique A Jour Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with plique a jour blue enamel designed as the Virgin Mary with a motif of roses. Engraved with a monogram for SJ and the date 31-12-1...
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold

Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Diamond Pearl Ruby Enamel Gold Brooch by Carlo Giuliano
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
Highly Important Egyptian Revival Pharaoh Portrait Brooch by Carlo Giuliano recognized to be arguably the most significant 19th century Egyptian Revival jewel. An important Egypti...
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Gold Greek Collar 18K and Sapphires Necklace Articulate Links
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Grecian 18K yellow gold and 1.1 carat blue sapphire chain link necklace elegantly lays around the neck in a perfect fashion. Round like a tiara the curved links rest and have mo...
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1960s Greek Art Deco Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Gucci GG Marmont Mini Camera Bab Dusty Pink
By Gucci
Located in Montreal, Quebec
The mini GG Marmont chain shoulder bag has a softly structured shape and a zip top closure with Double G hardware. The chain strap has a leather shoulder detail. The camera bag is ma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
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1880s Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Late Georgian Aquamarine and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian gold aquamarine parure of a necklace, a pair of drop earrings, a bodice brooch, a brooch, a hair ornament and a stick pin, the collar necklace with graduating oval-cu...
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Early 19th Century British George III Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
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1840s Italian Classical Roman Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Snake Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Snake Necklace 18ct Gold Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian 18ct gold snake necklace is a timeless piece of jewellery that is sure to turn heads. The snake's head is ado...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau 1890 Plique a Jour Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold Diamonds Pearls Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
Art Nouveau Plique à jour pendant brooch. A exceptional piece, created during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1890. Surely It was crafted in Austria or Germany with the difficul...
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1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold,...

Victorian Garnet and Diamond Pendant/ Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian garnet and diamond pendant/brooch, the heart shaped cabochon garnet surmounted by a floral and foliate spray, set throughout with rose-cut, old brilliant-cut and cushion ...
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1840s British Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold

Late Georgian Gold Aquamarine, Topaz and Turquoise Suite
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian gold aquamarine, pink topaz and turquoise suite, consisting of a necklace, a pair of drop earrings and a bodice brooch, the necklace with ten lozenge shaped links eac...
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Early 19th Century British George IV Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Aquamarine, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Himalayan Mountain Emerald and Diamond convertible Tiara/Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rare Himalayan Mountain Emerald and Diamond convertible Tiara/Necklace A very beautiful and unique tiara that also converts into a necklace. It features 3 stunning GRS-certified n...
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Louis Rousselet Signature Pearl Parure
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Louis Rousselet Parure of cream, pale pink and silver grey handmade signature Rousselet pearls. Comprising a two strand flexible necklace on metal wire, a two strand flexible wrap br...
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1940s French Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Gilt Metal

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Victorian Natural Baroque Pearl “Jester” Pendant
Located in Essex, GB
natural (saltwater) pearl has been creatively formed into a jester’s head. His skullcap is set with
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Mid-19th Century Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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1850s Victorian Natural Baroque Pearl "Jester" Pendant
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
natural (saltwater) pearl has been creatively formed into a jester’s head. His skullcap is set with
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Coral, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau circa 1905, 5.7 Carat Diamond and Pearl Edwardian Pendant Necklace
Located in Berlin, Berlin
, old European cut and rose cut, approx. 4.50 ct altogether, Top Wesselton (G), si–pi A natural pearl
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rhodium

Glorious Victorian Natural Pearl 4.90 Carat Diamond Rare Royalty Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Metal: 18 Kt rose gold, tested Hallmarks: none/worn Gems: 1 natural pearl of 11 mm. x 9.5 mm. - 18 old
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1850s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Diamond and Natural Pearl Platinum on Gold Necklace, Russia, circa 1910
Located in Berlin, Berlin
: Understanding Jewellery, London 2010, pp. 281 f. MATERIALS A natural pearl, slightly baroque, diameter approx
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Early 20th Century Russian Belle Époque Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rhodium

Magnificent Victorian Era Rose Cut Diamond Bow and Baroque Pearl Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
personal collection. The pendant features an elegant and feminine bow on the top, made of 33 rose cut
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Mid-19th Century French High Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Silver-Topped 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a baroque natural pearl measuring approximately 9.0 x 5.8 mm; white in body color with
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19th Century Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Natural Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian Diamond Pearl and Platinum Pendant, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian diamond pearl and platinum pendant, with a natural baroque bouton pearl in the centre
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1910s European Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Baroque Pearl 0.25 Carat Diamond Silver 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with J color and SI1 clarity. Suspending an articulated drop featuring a baroque pearl - 10.0 x 12.5 mm
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1880s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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1860's Victorian Diamond Pearl Silver-Topped 18 Karat Gold Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
baroque pearls, cream in body color, with strong iridescence Foliate and bale are accented by rose cut
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1860s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French 20th Century Fine Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Platinum Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
with rose-cut diamonds, half pearls and baroque pearls. In the center, a rose-cut diamond is set on a
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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French "Belle Époque" Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
pendulum a rose-cut diamond set closed and a natural baroque pearl. The chain has 2 intermediate rings to
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Edwardian 18k Gold and Platinum Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Pendant, Circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
with a trapeze cut aquamarine, rose cut diamonds and small Baroque pearls this articulated pendant
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1910s British Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold Natural Pearl Old European Cut Diamond Drop Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
saltwater Baroque pearl and old European cut diamonds (TW ~0.37ct). Circa 1900 Weight: 4.74g Pendant
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Art Nouveau Russian Demantoid & Baroque Pearl Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
green Russian demantoid garnets and a beautiful baroque pearl. This delicate Art Nouveau pendant was
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

Georgian Natural Baroque Pearl, Diamond &Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous Georgian natural white baroque pearl tastefully encrusted to the top with rose cut
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

Antique Victorian Diamond Locket, 18 Carat Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
'V' shape. The pendant loop, to which a chain may be added, has been fashioned from a baroque pearl
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1880s Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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19th century pearl ruby diamond silver pendant
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Late nineteenth century pendant adorned with a baroque pearl decorated with silver set with rose
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Austrohungarian Earrings and Pendant Set
Located in Sežana, SI
freshwater pearls. Peso totale gr. 16 Earrings measures: cm. 6,7 x 2 Pendant measures: cm 7,6 x 5,5 Very
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Art Deco Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Negligee Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
these caps fine baroque pear shaped pearls are suspended. Pearls diameter: 6 mm. Total length: 40.8
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

French Art Nouveau Pendant with Big Mississippi Dog Tooth Pearl, Diamonds Rubies
Located in Antwerp, BE
this era, rather more for their effect than for their intrinsic value. - One big baroque pearl also
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Sapphire Ruby Peacock Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Pearls, Rubies, Sapphires, and Rose Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Pendant: 7.1 x 4.0cm Wearable length: 20
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

A petite Natural Baroque Pearl, Gold & Gem Set Pendant
Located in London, GB
Jewelry for Young Ladies A very pretty little Pendant, set with Ruby, Emerald & Rose Diamonds
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20th Century British Edwardian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Antique Russian Amethyst Drop Long Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
rose-cut diamond bow and foliate motif top, suspended from a cushion-shaped amethyst and baroque pearl
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Early 19th Century Russian Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Early 20th Century Natural Pearl and Diamond Pendant-Earrings
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of silver, platinum, natural pearl and diamond pendant-earrings, the pendants set with 2
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Iberian Wonder of a Georgian Bow Slide
Located in Wimberley, TX
pinnacle of the slide. Two large natural baroque pearls (untested but assumed natural due
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Victorian 18 Karat Gold Dragon Pendant with Pearl, Diamonds and Enamel
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Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate antique rose baroque pearl pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and rose gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 19 vintage or 52 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect antique rose baroque pearl pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing antique rose baroque pearl pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Alex Jona, Marcello Fontana and Karen Sugarman Designs each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An antique rose baroque pearl pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 36, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an antique rose baroque pearl pendant, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Antique Rose Baroque Pearl Pendant?

On average, an antique rose baroque pearl pendant at 1stDibs sells for $2,627, while they’re typically $186 on the low end and $36,800 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.