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14K Briolette Gemstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, SD
This beautiful vintage gemstone pendant is 14k with natural gemstones. Measurements: 1 7/16 inches
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Briolette Gemstone Pendant Necklace
14K Briolette Gemstone Pendant Necklace
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H 1.44 in L 18 in
6.10 Carats Natural Pink Bicolor Loose Tourmaline Emerald Shape Ring Gemstone
Located in Peshawar, PK
tourmaline gemstone family, is cherished for its delicate and alluring shades of pink. Also known as
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Art Nouveau Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

Vintage 1950s 15.41 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1950s 15.41 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Pendant
Vintage 1950s 15.41 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 18.01 in W 0.79 in L 0.91 in
2.10 Cts Aquamarine Bridal Wedding Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

Natural Aquamarine Bridal Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Wedding Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine Wedding Pendant Necklace For Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Antarctican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

18K 1MM Rose Metal Platted Aquamarine Pendant 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

18K Rose Gold Plated 925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine Bridal Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

Solid 925 Sterling Silver Bridal Aquamarine Wedding Pendant Necklace Gift Her
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

1.78 Cts 925 Sterling Sliver Natural Aquamarine Women's Wedding Pendants Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Modern Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine 18K Rose Gold Plated Pendant Bridal Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

925 Sterling Silver Aquamarine Pendant Bridal Silver Jewelry For Women Gift
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Antarctican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
-. This vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Vintage 1970s Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
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H 0.75 in W 0.41 in L 18 in
1.25 Cts Oval Cut Aquamarine Silver Bridal Pendant For Women Necklace Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

Vintage 1980s Oval Cut Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Cluster Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
with a lobster clasp, hallmarked with the 18k gold fineness mark. This vintage gemstone pendant is
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jim Kaufman Intarsia - 1980s - Signed and Numbered
Located in Methuen, MA
comes from a wonderful time in the gemstone/lapidary trade - and his work is very collectable and we
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Vintage 1980s North American Contemporary Loose Gemstones

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Opal, Turquoise, Fire Agate, Rhodocrosite

Vintage 59.14 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
hinged bale. This vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9k gold Gemstone clown pendant, Articulated
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fantastic vintage 9ct yellow gold articulated clown pendant. A classic favourite from the 90s
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Late 20th Century British Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Carved Talisman Pendant Charm
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Presenting a stunning vintage amulet pendant crafted in yellow gold and adorned with a vibrant
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.75 Carats Pretty Loose Hessonite Smoky Garnet Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
known as "cinnamon stone" or "gomed," this gemstone boasts a warm and earthy charm that sets it apart
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21st Century and Contemporary Central African Arts and Crafts Loose Gems...

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Hessonite

3.55 Carat Natural Loose Cushion Shape Mint Tourmaline Gem For Jewellery Making
Located in Peshawar, PK
the tourmaline family, derives its name from its refreshing mint-green coloration. This gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

7.40 Carat Natural Loose Long Slightly Included Emerald Shape Mint Tourmaline
Located in Peshawar, PK
. This gemstone's delicate yet vibrant hue has garnered attention from both gem enthusiasts and jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

HRD Certified 1.03ct Old-European Cut Diamond
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The HRD Certified 1.03ct Old-European Cut Diamond is a captivating gemstone known for its vintage
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

Scissor Cut 4.25 Carats Natural Loose Orange Madeira Mandarin Citrine Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
pendant, a vintage-inspired ring, or modern earrings, Madeira Citrine adds a touch of warmth and elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Citrine

Vintage Hand Carved Coral Gemstone Pendant Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
Beautiful vintage design crafted in 14k yellow gold. This pendant highlights one beautifully hand
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Yellow Gold

925 Sterling Silver Bridal Necklace 18K Rose Gold 3.75 Cts Aquamarine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
designs from classic to vintage inspired. We offer Joyful jewelry for everyday wear. Just for you. We go
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21st Century and Contemporary Antarctican Art Deco Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine, Zircon

8.95 Carats Natural Light Seafoam Color Loose Aquamarine From Shigar Valley
Located in Peshawar, PK
Treatment: Non Color; Light Seafoam Treatment: Non Certificate; On Demand Aquamarine, a gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Aquamarine

Gorgeous Purplish Pink Loose Rhodolite Garnet 1.0 Carat Ring Gem
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Purplish Pink Treatment: Non Rhodolite garnet is a striking and valuable gemstone that stands out for its
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Aesthetic Movement Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Rhodolite

0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
Located in Peshawar, PK
: Purplish Pink Shape: Pixelated Rhodolite garnet is a striking and valuable gemstone that stands out for
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21st Century and Contemporary Tanzanian Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Garnet, Rhodolite

0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
0.95 Carats Natural Rhodolite Garnet Pixel Cut
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W 0.2 in D 0.13 in L 0.27 in
0.41 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Cushion Cut Diamond SI1 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
Yellow diamond is a rare and highly prized gemstone known for its vibrant yellow hue. These diamonds are
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

2.40 Carat Natural Rich Color Loose Mint Green Tourmaline Ring Gem Afghan Mine
Located in Peshawar, PK
mesmerizing gemstone, is renowned for its delicate yet enchanting color that evokes the freshness of mint
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Arts and Crafts Loose Gemstones

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Tourmaline

Vintage French 3.95 Carat Topaz and 3.08 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
head) and lozenge shaped makers mark. This vintage gemstone pendant is supplied with an independent
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.51 Carat Fancy Dark Gray Cushion shaped diamond I2 Clarity GIA Certified
Located in Kowloon, HK
in a variety of styles, from solitaire to halo or vintage-inspired settings, depending on your design
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2010s Asian Loose Gemstones

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Diamond

1950s 7.27 Carat Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This fine and impressive vintage coral pendant has
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant is a stunning and intricately crafted piece of
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
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W 1.19 in D 0.24 in L 1.89 in
Gemstone Beads Necklace Diamond Silver Pendant Handmade Vintage Style Jewelry
Located in IN
intricate details reminiscent of vintage designs. The pendant is adorned with sparkling diamonds, carefully
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver

Vintage 2.75 Carat Topaz Gemstones 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 2.75 Carat Topaz Gemstones 18k Gold Cross Pendant. The pendant measures 1.5”x1” and weights
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, 18k Gold

Vintage Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian Carving Gemstone Unisex fish
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.98 x 1.1 in
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2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Silver

Vintage Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian Carving Gemstone Unisex fish
Vintage Opal Silver Pendant Natural Australian Carving Gemstone Unisex fish
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H 1.61 in W 0.98 in D 0.12 in L 1.1 in
Turquoise Silver Pendant Raw Uncut Polychrome Patterned Natural Vintage Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Turquoise turquoise origin - Kazakhstan stone measurements - 0.51 х
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

Multi Gemstone Purse Charm or Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage multi gemstone purse charm or pendant, dated 1948. This heavy 14 karat yellow gold charm or
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Vintage 1940s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Carving Silver Fish Pendant Natural violet Vintage Gemstone gift wife
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Opal carving in shape of Fish opal origin - Australia opal measurements
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Silver

Opal Carving Silver Fish Pendant Natural violet Vintage Gemstone gift wife
Opal Carving Silver Fish Pendant Natural violet Vintage Gemstone gift wife
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H 1.8 in W 0.98 in D 0.12 in L 1.38 in
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Russet Brown Australian Gemstone vintage style gift
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural Boulder "koroit" Opal opal origin - Queensland, Australia
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Russet Brown Australian Gemstone vintage style gift
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Russet Brown Australian Gemstone vintage style gift
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H 1.61 in W 0.63 in D 0.12 in L 1.22 in
Stunning Vintage 15.95Ct Tanzanite 18K Yellow Gold Large Oval Gemstone Pendant
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a bold beauty, crafted in 18K yellow gold this sloping slide pendant demands attention
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Signed 1.50 Carat Purple Pink Tourmaline Gemstone Heart Pendant 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Signed 1.50 Carat Purple Pink Tourmaline Gemstone Heart Pendant 14k Gold. Very unique
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 7.20 Carat Ruby Gemstones Bezel Set 1924 Liberty $20 Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 7.20 Carat Ruby Gemstones Bezel Set 1924 Liberty $20 Gold Coin Pendant. The 1924 St
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Butterfly Pendant Necklace. Set with a Gorgeous Array of Gemstone’s. The Wings are Diamond Set with Emerald
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Mid-20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Vintage 18ct Gold Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
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H 0.59 in W 0.82 in
Retro 14K Yellow Gold "A Date To Remember" Ruby and Pearl Pendant
Located in Lexington, KY
inscribed with "A Date to Remember". This 1950s vintage gemstone pendant carries a heartfelt message! This
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Vintage 1960s Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Diamond & Gemstone Butterfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Butterfly Necklace 9ct Gold (rose & white) Circa 1990’s Pretty, vintage, butterfly
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Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Platinum Gold Gemstones Golf Club Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful stylized Golf Club pendant made of platinum and yellow gold featuring yellow sapphires
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone and Diamond Cross Pendant #16236
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine and Diamond Cross Pendant- This elegant cross pendant
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Disc Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Bvlgari Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Disc Necklace. Featuring lapis lazuli, onyx, coral
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Fire Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Amethyst Gemstones Swirling Abstract Designer Necklace 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Amethyst Gemstones Swirling Abstract Designer Necklace 14k Gold. The Amethyst featured in
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Charoite necklace silver Natural Purple Gemstone Vintage Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural Charoite pendant weight - 11.78 grams pendant length - 1.97 in / 50 mm
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Charoite, Silver

Charoite necklace silver Natural Purple Gemstone Vintage Unisex Jewelry
Charoite necklace silver Natural Purple Gemstone Vintage Unisex Jewelry
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H 1.97 in W 1.06 in D 0.12 in L 1.1 in
RARE Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Aquamarine Briolette Gemstone Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Rare Tiffany& Co aquamarine briolette gemstone necklace. The necklace is 16'' long made of 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Dog Charm / Pendant Vintage
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 8 karat yellow gold charm/pendant in the form of a Boxer dog; part of
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Dog Charm / Pendant Vintage
Vintage Yellow Gold Dog Charm / Pendant Vintage
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W 0.71 in L 0.74 in
Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant. 14k gold pendant with opal and pearl. Victorian/Art-deco opal
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant. 14k gold pendant with opal and pearl. Victorian/Art-deco opal
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant.
Opal, pearl Vintage style pendant.
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W 0.95 in L 1.66 in
Malachite Silver necklace Oak Leaf Shaped Green Gemstone healing jewelry vintage
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural silk Malachite gemstone origin - Urals malachite weight - 55.50 carats
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Malachite, Silver

Vintage Native American Sterling Silver and Gemstone Leather Bollo Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
in a frame with rope design and "8" spaced between different cabochon semi-precious gemstone. The
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage Chrysoprase 18K Gold Plated Silver necklace green gemstone wife gift
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold plated silver necklace with Chrysoprase chrysoprase origin - Kazakhstan pendant
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Gold Plate, Silver, 18k Gold

Vintage Chrysoprase 18K Gold Plated Silver necklace green gemstone wife gift
Vintage Chrysoprase 18K Gold Plated Silver necklace green gemstone wife gift
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H 1.42 in W 0.79 in D 0.43 in L 0.94 in
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Vintage Gemstone Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage gemstone pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 33 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect vintage gemstone pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing vintage gemstone pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Vicki Orr, Chopard and Chanel each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage gemstone pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 16, 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 cabochon cut and bead cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage gemstone pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Gemstone Pendant?

The price for a vintage gemstone pendant starts at $204 and tops out at $12,700 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,465.

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.