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Unusual Vintage Carved Jade Monkey pendant necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
This is an Unusual Vintage c.1990 hand carved Jade drop pendant and two monkeys necklace. The
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1990s Italian Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Jade Pendant
Located in Wheaton, IL
This is a vintage pendant that has been beautifully carved from jade. The pendant comes in a
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold

Carved and Etched Jade Pendant on Cord
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Vintage carved green jade cloud shaped pendant with ornate design etched in as well as Asian
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20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade

Mid Century Modern Carved Jade Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Genuine Green and White Chinese Jade Pendant showcasing Hand carved openwork
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floral Carved Jade and Gilded Silver Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A gilded silver floral and fruit carved jade pendant. The mottled white and green jade is carved
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Silver, Gilt Metal

Vintage Floral Carved Jade and Gilded Silver Pendant
Floral Carved Jade and Gilded Silver Pendant
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W 0.87 in L 2.17 in
GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Yellow Gold Carved Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified natural carved double fish pendant. Brown and orange carving, 14k yellow gold 20inch
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Carved Jade Chinese Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Carved Jade Chinese Pendant. This lovely and petite pendant features a floral
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1980s American Retro Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage White Gold Carved Jade Chinese Pendant
White Gold Carved Jade Chinese Pendant
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H 1.15 in W 0.65 in
Jade Pendant Carved Translucent Lavender Squash Blossom Pendant Certified
Located in Southbury, CT
The true beauty of this carved jadeite jade pendant is difficult to capture in photographs; more
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Yellow Gold Carved Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural untreated jadeite jade oval carved flower pendant. GIA certified A grade oval carved and
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our stunning Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant, crafted in 14K
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Retro Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Pendant on Chain
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved jade and 14 karat yellow gold pendant suspended on 20 inch 14 karat box chain.
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Late 20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our stunning Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant Necklace, crafted
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Retro Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fruit Carved Jade 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A 14 karat gold fruit carved jade pendant. The jade is beautifully carved with a fruity design of
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Fruit Carved Jade 14K Gold Pendant
Vintage Fruit Carved Jade 14K Gold Pendant
H 0.04 in W 0.48 in L 1.58 in
Antique Carved Jade Pendant Yellow Gold Loop
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique Carved Jade Pendant Yellow Gold Loop sweet and interesting jade stone The item comes
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1930s British Art Nouveau Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Yellow Gold

Tutti Frutti Jade Giardinetto Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Tutti Frutti Jade Giardinetto Flower Pendant Necklace Carved diamonds, rubies, sapphires, and
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1980s Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Jade, White Gold

Carved Jade Pendant Lavender & Green Cabbage Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
Intricately carved by a master lapidary artist, this natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 22k Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Carved Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1940-1950 intricate pierced and carved Jadeite Jade pendant. Custom designed 14k yellow
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Red Jade Pendant Flower Motif Necklace 14 Karat Gold Carved Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VERY RARE RED JADE FLOWER PENDANT. THE MAGNIFICENT RED JADE IS BEAUTIFULLY CARVED IN A
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buddha Jade Pierced Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This a Buddha Jade Pierced Pendant. It is a rectangular hand carved white and orange jade depicting
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade

Buddha Jade Pierced Pendant
Buddha Jade Pierced Pendant
H 3.35 in W 0.25 in L 1.75 in
Coral, Jade, Onyx, Sapphires, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
carved coral in the central part surrounded by diamonds and onyx. As pendant, a drop jade. The chain is
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum

Lavender and Green Jadeite Jade 2.2 Carat Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular two sided Antique Jade Diamond Necklace with a magnificent 2 3/4 inch pendant
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Carved Jadeite Jade "Dragon Hook" Chinese Belt Buckle Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
belt buckle in China, and has now been repurposed as a stunning pendant necklace. set in 18k yellow
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20th Century Chinese Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This adorable jade "basket of flowers" pendant features a hand-carved near-colorless jadeite jade
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Carved Jade, Diamond, Onyx Ruby Pendant Enhancer
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous pendant features a round-shaped plaque of hand-carved jade with an ornate cut-out
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Late 20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Carved Blended Green Jadeite Jade Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural fully carved and pierced Jadeite Jade pendant with 14k gold top and bail. Translucent with
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Late 20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rare Mings Carved Nephrite Jade Pendant and Cord in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone Specifications: Gemstone: Nephrite Jade
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Green Jadeite Jade, Diamond and Pearl Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage Carved Green Jadeite Jade Diamond and Pearl Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold. Large rectangular
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Dragon 24k Gold Large Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Feel confident and powerful in this necklace enhancer. The dragon has traditionally symbolized
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20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Jade Dragon 24k Gold Large Pendant
Jade Dragon 24k Gold Large Pendant
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W 1.5 in L 2 in
Black Jade Pendant with Onyx and Diamonds Art Deco Style
Located in Southbury, CT
A dramatic hand-carved and highly detailed black nephrite jade drop that measures approximately
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1980s Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Black Jade

Vintage Purple Carved Tourmaline, Jade, Diamond Pendant, 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
through" purple is unforgettable. The purple color combined with the vivid green carved jade really makes
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1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mings Hawaii Carved Green and Red Oval Jade Pendant and Chain in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: Green and Burgundy Cut: Carved Jade Measurements: 1.45" x 0.85" Chain Length: 17" Stamped: "Mings
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Pendant, Vivid Green, Impeccable Carving, Certified Untreated Chromium Jade
Located in Southbury, CT
as chromium jadeite." The 14K yellow gold pendant dates to the 1940s and the hand-carved jade
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1940s Modern Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold

Vintage Green Jade Pendant Amethyst Baroque Pearls Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Plain Amethyst spheres of 16 mm
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
carats. It's a gorgeous wear-it-everyday sort of jade pendant and it's a large stone, measuring 31.4mm
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1980s Chinese Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
Emerald Green Jade & Diamond Pendant Certified Untreated
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W 0.78 in D 0.28 in L 1.61 in
Jade Diamond Buddha Pendant 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This one of a kind estate pendant is finely crafted in solid 14K Gold and set with a genuine carved
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Jade Fat Smiling Buddha Belly Pendant 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Art Deco Jade Smiling Fat Buddha Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The Buddha
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Jade Fat Smiling Buddha Belly Pendant 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Art Deco Jade Smiling Fat Buddha Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The Buddha
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold GIA Jade w/ Carved Natural Coral Fish & Diamond Large Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a jumbo size vintage pendant that is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold
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1980s Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

Emerald Black Jade Pendant Elaborately Three-Dimensional Carving, Certified
Located in Southbury, CT
) jade pendant features three-dimensionally carved birds nestled among highly detailed wide blades of
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1980s Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Jade Drop Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Crystal, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
diameter, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a pendant of engraved Green Burma Jade 35x50 mm with
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Finely Carved Chinese A-Grade Jadeite Parrot Pendant on Beaded Necklace 21"
Located in Richmond, CA
A fine Chinese carved jadeite pendant in dark moss green and honey yellow, of a finely carved
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade

Finely Carved Chinese A-Grade Jadeite Parrot Pendant on Beaded Necklace 21"
Finely Carved Chinese A-Grade Jadeite Parrot Pendant on Beaded Necklace 21"
H 1.93 in W 1.03 in D 0.44 in Dm 0.16 in L 20.87 in
Certified Type A Jadeite Jade Pendant Drop Necklace, Apple Green Veins, N.O.S
Located in Hong Kong, HK
NEW OLD STOCK (from my grandfather's stock) ! Here is a natural Jadeite Jade pendant with excellent
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1970s Hong Kong Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jadeite Carved Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Jadeite Carved Pendant 14K Yellow Gold The pendant is a beautifully carved jade. The jade is
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20th Century Chinese Contemporary Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s 24k Yellow Gold Carved Jadeite Pendant
Located in Dallas, TX
carved green jadeite. This pendant is crafted with a textured yellow bail and measures 54 x 18.35 x 7.14
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1970s Modernist Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Yellow Gold

Fine Highly Translucent Carved Nephrite Pendant & Brooch
Located in Southbury, CT
Uncommonly translucent nephrite jade with exceptionally fine coloring has been skilfully carved
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade

Natural Jadeite Jade 14 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Strand Carved Vintage Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a knotted silk cord strung with 9.0 mm round jadeite jade beads suspending a carved
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1960s Contemporary Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

750 Carat Smoky Topaz Antique Carved Jade Necklace Estate Mary Lou Daves
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SPECTACULAR AND RARE ANTIQUE 750 CARAT SMOKY TOPAZ AND LARGE CARVED JADE BEAD PENDANT
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Lavender Jade Pendant: Wait Until You See the Other Side, Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
fruit and flowers on one side, lacy vines on the other. There truly is no "front" of this carved jade
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, 14k Gold

Jade Moss on Snow pendant Double Sided Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
. Rendered in 18K yellow gold, each side of the pendant holds a hand-carved and pierced "moss-on snow
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1950s Chinese Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Jade and Tahitian Freshwater Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Cattolica, IT
main characteristic and it brings to the necklace a cool design. The pendant is made by a genuine
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1990s Italian Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Green Jade Pendant in 18Kt Yellow Gold 102.27 Cts Gemstone
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Chinese pendant with carving of Jadeite Green Jade. A beautiful piece of carved jade
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1980s American Modern Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pendant with Organic Motifs in 18kt Gold with 23.06cts in Jade Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage pendant with green Jade. Handsome pendant, crafted in 18 karats yellow gold and suited
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1960s American Retro Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine Reticulated Honey Yellow Natural Jadeite Pendant Bead Necklace A-Grade
Located in Richmond, CA
A finely carved and pierced natural honey yellow jadeite pendant with light moss green inclusions
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade

Indian 14K Gold Jade Emerald Bead Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
stones in a beaded design. The pendant is made of hand carved Jade with scalloped rims, decorated with a
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 7mm x 14mm Marquise Green Jade 1/2" x 1 3/4" Pendant
Located in Las Vegas, NV
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 7mm x 14mm Marquise Shaped Green Jade Pendant Pendant measures approx .55
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1960s Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Yellow Gold

Antique Jade Dragon Necklace Beads Silver Estate Actress Mary Lou Daves
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE JADE PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A WONDERFUL CARVED JADE MEDALLION
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Silver

Pink Opal Beads and Pendant Amethyst Pearls Quartz Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classy Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Round Drop Shape Pink Opal,Amethyst
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Materials

Quartz, Pearl, Opal, Onyx, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

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Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 20th Century while others were produced as recently as the 20th Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants to choose from, but Modern and Retro vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants are of considerable interest. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Jade versions, from our inventory of 13, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of oval cut, mixed cut and round cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Vintage Carved Jade Pendant Necklaces And Pendants?

Prices for vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $187 and can go as high as $23,200, while vintage carved jade pendant necklaces and pendants, on average, fetch $2,500.

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.