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Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Chain: 16" Pendant
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Troy, MI
Everyone should own something iconic, here is your chance! This 18 karat yellow gold Elsa Peretti
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant in Platinum 0.75 CTW
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Retails for 6,300 USD. In excellent condition and recently polished. Chain is 16 inches in length.
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Platinum

Platinum Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Diamond Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Color: E-F Clarity: VS1+ Pendant Measurement: Length: 16mm Width
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Platinum

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Tiffany & Co. By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace 925 Sterling Silver
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Tiffany & Co. 1978 By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace in 925 Sterling
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Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby Collar Yellow Gold Necklace
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Gold "Vanerie" Necklace by Tiffany & co
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Tiffany&Co Atlas Necklace
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Fabergé Egg Pendant Blue Opalescent Enamel 18k Yellow Gold 2 Diamonds Rocaille
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Located in Coral Gables, FL
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TIFFANY & CO Designer Elsa Peretti Signed Large Open Heart Gold Necklace
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Tiffany and Co Eighteen Karat Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. With 30 Round
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Featuring the iconic Elsa Peretti Teardrop style, this Tiffany necklace is too hard to miss. It is
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
teardrop pendant has diamonds. Exquisite craftsmanship meets timeless design in this stunning piece, an
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Gold Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold teardrop pendant necklace, crafted by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Necklace is 16
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Mini Diamond Teardrop Pendant in Platinum 0.75 CTW
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Retails for 6800 USD. In excellent condition and recently polished. Comes with the original box. Size 11mm.
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Teardrop Pendant with Chain by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
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Signed Elsa Peretti, Tiffany & Co.Stamped 750. Length of pendant 1.4cms. Length of chain 40cms
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Drop Motif Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace
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Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elsa Peretti's teardrop design for Tiffany & Co. can symbolize a happy tear, a graceful raindrop
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Tiffany & Co. 1977 Elsa Peretti Double Teardrop Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
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Double teardrop necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. This iconic double
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti diamond pave Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Located in Southampton, PA
Elsa Peretti infuses the Tiffany brand with her unique sense of deign with this teardrop necklace
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Teardrop Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti finely crafted in sterling silver with a teardrop pendant that measures
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Platinum Teardrop Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Tiffany & Co Peretti Large Diamond Paved Teardrop "Y" style pendant 2.80ct. Total. F
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TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Tiffany Co Eighteen Karat Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop 0.60 Inch Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Gold Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant Necklace. Meticulously crafted from high-quality 18-karat gold, this
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
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TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Large
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Large Teardrop Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Teardrop Pendant Necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. With
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Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Lariat Necklace by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Classic and versatile, this Tiffany and Co. teardrop lariat necklace by Elsa Peretti is the perfect
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Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Lariat Necklace by Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
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Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Rock Crystal Quartz 18 Karat Gold Teardrop Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
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Tiffany & Co. Peretti Teardrop Rock Crystal 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
. Elsa Peretti 750 Gemstone: colorless quartz/rock crystal Pendant: 0.97" long w/bail x 0.50" wide x
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Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Teardrop Pendant
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany and Company sterling silver teardrop pendant. This simple
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Tiffany Elsa Peretti 18k Yellow Gold Teardrop Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Brand Tiffany Elsa Peretti Mint condition -18k Yellow Gold -Weight: 4.8gr -Teardrop length
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Nephrite Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Nephrite Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18k yellow
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Teardrop Pendant with Chain by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Firenze, IT
Signed Elsa Peretti, Tiffany & Co. Stamped 750. Length of pendant 1.4cms. Length of chain 41cms
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co. Style: Elsa Peretti Pave Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18KT Yellow Gold
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Tiffany and Co. 18K Yellow Gold Teardrop Lariat Necklace by Elsa Peretti
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Teardrop Lariat necklace finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant hangs
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TIFFANY & CO. Elsa Peretti Black Jade Gold Bottle Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
Born in Florence, Elsa Peretti's first introduction with her collection began at Tiffany & Co. in
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Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
The Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Teardrop Pendant displays a minimalist yet artsy
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Three Teardrop Diamond Platinum Bracelet
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
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: 16.50 ", Pendant Length: 12.00 mm, Pendant Width: 5.50 mm Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Elsa Peretti
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Platinum Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamond Teardrop Necklace in Platinum. (30) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Teardrop Necklace 18K Yellow Gold Large
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
: 16.00 ", Pendant Length: 17.00 mm, Pendant Width: 6.75 mm Designer: Tiffany & Co. Model: Elsa Peretti
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TIFFANY & CO ELSA PERETTI Lapis Necklace
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Located in Los Angeles, CA
18k yellow gold 17" long chain leading to an Elsa Peretti lapis teardrop pendant. Also signed
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Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate elsa peretti teardrop 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 platinum — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a elsa peretti teardrop pendant may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Finding an appealing elsa peretti teardrop pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. and Tiffany & Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A elsa peretti teardrop pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 1, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an uncut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our elsa peretti teardrop pendant for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Elsa Peretti Teardrop Pendant?

On average, a elsa peretti teardrop pendant at 1stDibs sells for $1,356, while they’re typically $850 on the low end and $4,000 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.