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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Antique French Diamond Necklace 18K Gold Pendant Brooch 19th C. Flower Acanthus
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this spectacular antique Victorian 18ct gold and diamond pendant/brooch necklace made in France during the 19th century. *Please note: all other items in...
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19th Century Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

"Maxine" Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold with Diamond Accents
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind showstopper by Eytan Brandes features two gorgeous and lively Australian boulder opals framed in gold and accented with natural brown diamonds. The opals are from...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain necklace with sphere and baltic amber silver
Located in Gdynia, PL
This chic silver chain necklace with a Baltic amber-encrusted sphere offers a modern twist on classic elegance, perfect for enthusiasts of contemporary jewellery. Necklace is made ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Sterling Silver

Goossens Paris Boucle Cocktail Secret Box Necklace
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
New at the House of Goossens. Necklace with medallion and secret box, mounted on a sautoir chain. Yellow gold finish. The Boucle Cocktail Collection reveals a jewel in relief punctua...
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2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Long and Flexible Vintage Artisan Crafted Gold, Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This unique artisan imagined, vintage pendant is crafted in 18k gold. It is set with 29 natural turquoise cabochons, and topped with a wishbone shaped finial, set with 30 brilliant c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold

1980s Zolotas Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace and Earrings
Located in Torino, IT
Sculptural, bold demi-parure crafted in Yellow Gold and Silver by Greek design house Zolotas in the 1980s. The chunky necklace features a double-stranded design with Silver spheres...
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1980s Greek Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 5.30 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, cara...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

1.50ctw Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Drop Pendant 14k White Gold Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
A stunning round cluster drop set in 14k white gold, featuring eight dazzling round brilliant cut natural diamonds. The round brilliant cut shape maximizes the reflection of light, e...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

A Gold Watch Fob Chain With Large Crystal Figa Hand
Located in Firenze, IT
Composed of 9 carat yellow gold fancy links and an crystal hand realistically modelled with the thumb between the first two fingers surmounted by a gold cap embellished with cabochon...
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW Platinum 2.42ct GIA Oval AMAZING BLUE Sapphire Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Royal Blue Color - 2.05ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

2.31ct Garnet & Diamond Pendant W/Chain In White Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
2.31ct Garnet & Diamond Pendant W/Chain In White Gold Introducing a captivating gemstone fashion pendant crafted in 14kt white gold. This drop pendant elegantly showcases .27ctw of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k yellow gold Large Retro Virgin Mary charm - Heavy Vintage religious pendant
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this XL Estate mother Mary charm. This royal charm depicts a lovely virgin Mary. A raised bust of the Veiled Virgin Mary in a satin finish steals the show in front of the...
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1960s Belgian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Emerald Open Heart Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 10 round brilliant cut = 0.30cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Emerald: 10 baguette cut = 0.35cttw Dimensions: necklace measures 16-inches...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 5.30 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 11mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, carat...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14k Italian MCM Yellow Gold .25 ct Diamond Necklace with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! The design is just so cool and I haven't seen any others like this. It has 7 brilliant cut diamonds measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.5 mm. The Clarity is SI1 an...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Real Zambian Emerald Hand Fan Charm Pendant Necklace Diamond 14 Karat White Gold
Located in IN
Item Code :- SEPD-3632A (14k) Gross Wt. :- 4.76 gm 14k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 4.10 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 0.65 Ct. ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, 14k Gold

IGI Certified 21.20ct Colombia Emerald 1.60ct Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Drape yourself in lavish decadence with our 18K yellow gold necklace, featuring a striking pendant. The focal point is a breath-taking 21.20-carats natural Colombian emerald, adorned...
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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

Rose Cut Blue Sapphire Sun Pendant, Silver with Paper-Link Chain
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
The glorious warm everlasting lamp of our lives, the Sun. Worshipped in many cultures, suns have various meanings to different people. When we feel lost and have an inability to see clearly, the sun never lets us down by rising and shining brightly upon the path, guiding us to what is important, back to ourselves or a new beginning. The sun reveals to us that new beginnings are born everyday, encouraging us to forgive ourselves when it set yesterday and reminds us to keep moving forward - as life on earth could not continue if the sun shut off for even a split moment. Details: - Rose Cut Light Blue Sustainable lab Sapphire (Our gemstones are sustainably created and are 100% the same chemical and physical properties as mined, just environmentally and ethically more friendly.) - Silver...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Gold Mother Of Pearl Pendant Polki Diamond Bone Ruby Rosary
Located in New York, NY
This new Signature Mother-of-pearl pendant has been carefully hand crafted to gleam, and shine for any occasion. Versatile in that it can be worn for formal, and casual events, it is...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Gold Plate

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ebony Gold Amethyst Diamond Pendant Alonso Black Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony Pendant consists of: - 2" length width - 925 sterling silver 14k gold plate rim frame - 14k solid gold face charm - AAA+ Amethyst stone - brilliant diamond - gold dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Silver Siglos Owl Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A standing owl with wings outstretched is struck upon an authentic 4th century silver "siglos" coin from the Greek colony of Amisos in the Pontos region, which existed on the shores ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Betony Vernon "Mantra Necklace" Sterling Silver 925 Necklace
Located in Rome, IT
The "Mantra Necklace" is an original design by Betony Vernon made in 2018 and handcrafted in lost wax elements and a rolo chain. The "Mantra Necklace" ...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow English Gold Diamond Heart Locket
Located in New York, NY
Charming vintage 18k gold heart locket that opens with a pave diamond heart on the front of the locket, circa 1980. The locket has English hallm...
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1980s British Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a blue enamel frame surrounded by 64 natural seed pearls. Umarked but...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum Diamond Elsa Peretti 22mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 11.30 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 22mm wide Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, ...
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2010s Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Sapphire Stellar Locket In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Cherish your treasured memories with our distinctive sterling silver 'Stellar' locket. The cushion-shape design features an intricately carved star inside an engraved frame, with a s...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Round Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow gold Gold weight: 11.30 grams Pendant: 35mm(1.38") diameter Silk Cord: 18" Tiffany black silk cord...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Ancient Persian 4th Century BC Cilicia Coin 22K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A beautifully detailed image of "Baaltars" sitting on a throne is surrounded by hand applied 22K wire work which complements and continues the border of this rare and authentic silve...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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22k Gold

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant With Coat Of Arms
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial gilt silver and guilloche enamel egg. The body of the egg is enameled in a deep, beautiful red guilloche ena...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

18k Solid Gold Natural Ruby Diamond Dragonfly Pendant
Located in Den Haag, NL
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for yourself or someone special, you will love our 18k solid gold dragonfly pendant with chain! This pendant is not just a beauti...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

18k Solid Gold Glory ruby pendant (**With chain**)
Located in Den Haag, NL
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for yourself or someone special, you will love our 18k solid gold Glory pendant! **This item includes the chain** This pendant i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold 5 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K yellow Gold Weight: 9.30 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 5 round brilliant diamonds, carat tot...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Caresse D'Orchidées Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning necklace from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This is the Caresse d'Orchidées par Cartier necklaces showcases a butterfly-like motif pendant wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Turquoise and Diamond Cluster Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a unique Victorian creation. A cluster pendant handcrafted from a warm yellow gold features a domed collection of natural turquoise at the centre with an old cushion cut...
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2 Carat Fancy Light Yellow Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
2.19 Carat Total Weight 2.00 Carat Center Diamond Fancy Light Yellow VS2 Clarity GIA Certified Diamond Excellent, Very Good Cutting Medium Blue Fluorescence Set in 18k Gold Handmade ...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Fei Liu 8.45ct Opal, Diamond Halo and Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Indulge in the opulence of this two-tone 18ct gold pendant, a symphony of elegance and iridescent charm. Anchored by a pear-cut aquamarine in an 18ct gold bezel, the pendant exhibits...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Byzantine 18K Yellow Gold Alhambra Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2475 Comes With Pouch Only RRP £2,750 Including taxes / $2,920Excluding taxes / €3,200 Model VCARD38900 Date approx 2012 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight Ap...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fine and Unusual Fancy cut Diamond Maltese Vintage Platinum Cross.
Located in Aspen, CO
Diamond maltese cross composed of 4 fancy tapered baguette cut diamonds and a small rectangular cut diamond. Resting on a platinum chain, this platinum maltese cross has an estimate...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Natural 15.50 Carat Graduated Diamond Riviera Necklace in Platinum
Located in Miami, FL
15.50 Carat Total Natural Graduated Diamond Riviera Necklace in Platinum. This unisex necklace features 134 individual natural round brilliant cut white diamonds. Together, the dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

18k Gold Diamond Emerald Butterfly Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Emerald butterfly necklace, Minimalist Emerald butterfly pendant, Nature lover necklace, 18K Gold, birthday gift for daughter diamon...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Massive Silver and Turquoise Studded Cuff, Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
20th century studded silver and turquoise cuff A huge studded silver and turquoise cuff, made by Nepalese silversmiths in the second half of the 20th century. There are thirty-three...
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Late 20th Century Nepalese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Silver

Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Pegasus Denarius Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver denarius coin issued in 90 BC depicts a prancing Pegasus and the initials of the moneyer (minting authority in Republican Rome), Q Titius. The Romans incorporated...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Rare Tiffany & Co. Fleur de Lis Diamond Platinum Key Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Elevate your style with this exquisite Rare Tiffany & Co. Fleur de Lis Diamond Platinum Key Pendant Necklace. Crafted with precision and elegance, this pendant features a stunning Fl...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Dazzling 1.05ct Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified
Located in רמת גן, IL
Dazzling 1.05ct Diamond Solitaire Necklace in 18k White Gold - GIA Certified Showcase unparalleled elegance with this 18k white gold pendant, featuring a round 1.05-carat diamond th...
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2010s Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Designer Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold Settings
Located in Houston, TX
Designer ruby and diamond cross pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut ruby studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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

Blue Sapphire Birthstone Sterling Silver Pendant with Diamond for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Birthstone Pendant with Diamond is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning sapphire which helps in relieving stress, anxiety and d...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co. Lock Necklace in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Designed to be worn by all genders, The Tiffany & Co Lock Bangle diamond necklace in white gold is a bold visual statement celebrating personal bonds. Crafted in rhodium-plated 18-k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Valentine Jewelry Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace Infinity Knot Pendant Necklace 14k Solid Gold Natural Pave Diamond. Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 14k ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Solitaire Necklace Layering Necklace Bridesmaid Gift
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Solitaire Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is hand sel...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Seed of Life Pendent Flower of Life Pendant Spiritual Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sacred Geometry Spiritual Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Sacred Seed of tree pendent made with 18k gold with accent...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18k Solid Gold Diamond Music Note Necklace Treble Clef Necklace Musical Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Music Note Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate Dainty Music Note charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Music Note Necklace Treble Clef Necklace Musical Jewelry
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Music Note Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine rou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Gold Diamond Necklace Taurus Zodiac Sign Diamond Zodiac Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Beautiful and Sparkly Diamond Taurus Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, Yellow Gold / Rose Gold / White Gold. Natural genuine ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14k Gold Diamond Thunderbolt Necklace Diamond Lightening Tiny Bolt Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Thunderbolt Necklace is made of 14k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold: Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Natural genuine round cut diamond each diamond is ha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Anchor Necklace Nautical Necklace Marine Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Anchor Necklace in 18k White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate dainty anchor charm necklace with natural diamond set in 18k so...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Cross Pendant with Colored Stones: Amethysts and Tsavorites!
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold Cross pendant with natural colored stones: amethysts and tsavorite (green garnet) Weight: 1.9 g. Gold: 14kt solid yellow gol...
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

Anglo Indian Style Emerald Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent lo...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.25 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Oval Shape Pendant in 18K Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a cabochon cut sapphire studded with halo of diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gif...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.

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