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0.74 Carat Ethiopian Opal Pendant in 14Karat Yellow Gold with White Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sunita Nahata presents a stunning Ethiopian opal cabochon pendant, adorned with white diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

JAS-17-1524 -24K/SS HANDMADE 12X8MM ETHIOPIAN OPAL PENDANT with 18" SS CHAIN
Located in New York, NY
24K/SS HANDMADE 12X8MM ETHIOPIAN OPAL PENDANT WITH 18" SS CHAIN Metal: 24K gold/SS Stone Info
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Minimal Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimal Style Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimal Style Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS First Class
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

40 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 40 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Kt white Gold Necklace with
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian Opal 32 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Chain
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 8.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 18 Carat Pear Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate This
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
sold separately This 18kt yellow gold pendant comes with an ~eye-catching~ Ethiopian opal (9 carats
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamonds 3.59 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamond Setting 3.63 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamonds 17 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamond Setting 3.63 Carats 14K Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamonds 6.6 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Pendant Necklace Diamonds 3.59 Carats 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All Gemstones are Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin & Grace 14K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 7*9 Pear-cut Ethiopian Opal (1 pcs) 0.96 carat, Pink Opal free mix (2 Pcs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin & Grace 14K White Gold Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Pendant. This Pendant is made up of 6*8 Pear-cut Prong setting Ethiopian opal (1 Pcs) 1.81 Carat and Round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ethiopian Opal Pendant with Black Diamonds in 14k White Gold Black Rhodium
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This unique Ethiopian pendant will be the catalyst of many looking eyes and compliments! The 14k
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

18k Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal with Black Onyx and Diamonds
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This gorgeous ethiopian opal pendant is custom handmade with diamonds and onyx. The handmade frame
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold Pendant, 9.7gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ethiopian opal pendant necklace. The pendant setting is stamped 18k and weighs 8.8 grams gross
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14ky Pendant necklace with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
flashing blue Ethiopian Opal cabochon surrounded by 11 natural diamonds (0.1605ct). The chain is 18" 14ky
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

14ky Pendant necklace with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
14ky Pendant necklace with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
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Elongated Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Pendant in 14KW Gold
Located in New York, NY
This vibrant elongated Ethiopian Opal and diamond pendant is bezel set in 14 karat white gold
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 0.8 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A fiery round 7 mm faceted Welo mine Ethiopian Opal is set in a delicate handmade "spiral with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

12.8 ct Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Pendant in 14KY Gold
Located in New York, NY
This stunning statement pendant has a 12.58 ct pear shape Ethiopian Opal with a swirl of 27
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.62ct Ethiopian opal stone in 14k yellow gold for pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
- Natural opal Gemstone weight- 12.62ct Gemstone origin- Ethiopia Metal- Solid Gold Metal purity- 14K
Category

2010s Indian Medieval Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 27.7 Carats Ethiopian Welo Opal 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large, high grade 25 x 32 mm pear shaped opal cabochon is surrounded by a double row of hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 22k Gold

RUCHI Ethiopian Opal and Baguette Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold Opal: 7.61ct total weight Diamond: 0.30ct weight All diamonds are G-H/SI stones. 16
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

18K Gold Rainbow Gemstone Circle Diamond Ethiopian Opal Reversible Pendant
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18K gold rainbow gemstone circle diamond and ethiopian opal reversible pendant This is our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Rhodolite, Blue Topaz, Topaz, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, Whi...

Raw Opal Silver Pendant Natural Rainbow Ethiopian Crystal Brown Multicolor Gem
Located in Berlin, DE
Silver pendant with natural raw Opal crystal origin - Ethiopia crystal weight - 67.05 carats
Category

2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Opal, Silver

0.13 Round Cab Ethiopian Opal Diamond accents 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Round-Cab Ethiopian Opal gemstone shines in a lovely and is surrounded by a halo of
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

29.59 ct Ethiopian Opal, Pink Sapphire & Diamond Cocktail Ring/ Pendant Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and modern style, convertible Opal & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring / Pendant Necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

RUCHI Marquise Ethiopian Opal Cabochon with Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal: 1.97ct total weight. Diamonds: 0.21ct total weight. All diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Ethiopian Opal Celestial Face Halo Pendant - 925 Carved Sun/Moon
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Natural Ethiopian Opals Style: Halo Theme
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sterling Silver

42 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 42 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant 14 Karat White Gold Necklace with
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oval Cab Ethiopian Opal, Emerald with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 8x10 Oval-Cab Ethiopian Opal (1 pcs) 1.87 carat, 2x4 mm Marquise-cut Emerald
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ethiopian Triangle Cabouchon Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This unique necklace features a lovely triangle Ethiopian cabochon opal with a beautiful play of
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2010s English Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Sterling London Blue Topaz & Ethiopian Opal Heart Halo Pendant - 925 Gold Plated
Located in Greensboro, NC
: Routinely Enhanced Natural Ethiopian Opals Style: Dangle Halo Theme: Heart, Love Features: Open Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

1.78 Ct Ethiopian Opal Halo Pendant Necklace 925 Sterling Silver Women Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
, Holidays, Stocking Suffers, Graduation, Christmas, Valentine's Day, Mother's Day Natural Ethiopian Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Central American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Zircon, Sterling Silver

2.68 Carats Ethiopian Opal Pink Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Ethiopian opal, 1.07 carats sapphire & .09 carats of sparkling diamonds. The ring is a size 7 and may be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

70 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Pendant or Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
70 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 K Gold Estate yellow Gold Estate
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Round-cab Ethiopian Opal and Onyx with Diamond Accents 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Round-Cab Ethiopian Opal (1 pcs) 0.57 carat, Free Size Onyx (1pc) 14.95
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

7 Ct Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat + 14 Kt Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 7 Carat Ethiopian Opal & Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat + 14 Kt Gold Chain This
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Ethiopian Opal Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 2.80 carats approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. 18
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

30 Carat Oval Ethiopian Black Opal Pendant/Necklace 18 Karat + 18 Kt Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 30 Carat Oval Ethiopian Black Opal Pendant/Necklace 18 Karat + 18 Kt Gold Chain This
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9 Carat Ethiopian Opal East West Pendant in 14K Dual Tone Gold with Diamond Halo
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications Item Type: Pendant Stone: Opal Origin: Ethiopia Treatment: None Hardness: 6 Cut
Category

2010s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Natural Ethiopian 4.55ct Fire Opal Diamond Necklace Estate Platinum Pear Cut
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed natural Ethiopian fire opal & diamond pendant & necklace crafted in 850 & 900
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Platinum

Duo Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: Ethiopian Opal Shape: Oval & Pear Size: Oval – 17.6 x 14.7 / Pear – 15 x 9 Number: 2 Weight: 12.32 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Mogul Necklace with Ethiopian Opal and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Ethiopian opal 4 carats approx. Diamonds 0.25 carat approx. 18 inch
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seahorse pendant with opal.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Seahorse pendant with opal. Multicolor Ethiopian Opal 14k gold pendant. Sea Animal Cute Horse Fish
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Seahorse pendant with opal.
Seahorse pendant with opal.
No Reserve
W 0.54 in L 1.23 in
Natural Ethiopian Opal Diamond Necklace 14k Yellow Gold 9.23 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Ethiopian Opal Diamond Pendant Necklace 17" 9.23 TCW Certified
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal and Tzavorite Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
form Opal from "Wollo Ethiopia" about 21 carat mounted on gold. Weight: 7.09 grams. Length: 6.00
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.70Ct Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.70Ct Natural Ethiopian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace Amazing looking piece
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold 11.5 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Finely Faceted Quality Ethiopian Opal Sapphire Necklace 14k Gold 17" 11.5 TCW GIA Certified
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Vintage Style Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This dainty Ethiopian Opal and Diamond Necklace features beautiful flashes of playful colors that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Fish pendant in 14k gold.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal Fish pendant in 14k gold. Fire Multicolor Ethiopian Opal gemstone pendant. October Birthstone
Category

2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Opal Fish pendant in 14k gold.
Opal Fish pendant in 14k gold.
No Reserve
W 0.63 in L 0.71 in
Figa Charm Diamond Opal Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The sterling silver pendant is set with 35.05 carats onyx, .60 carats Ethiopian opal and .75 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Sterling Silver

Oval Opal 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Trumbull, CT
Hand cut and polished natural Ethiopian Opal is crafted with hand in 14K yellow gold. Ideal for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

No Reserve Beautiful Gift Cat Pendant Opal 925 Silver Moissanite incrusted
Located in Bangkok, TH
Ethiopian opal as its centerpiece, surrounded by sparkling small round moissanites. Its exquisite design and
Category

2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Vintage Opal Sapphire Sterling Silver Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish and finely detailed Ethiopian Opal and Gemstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace in flattering
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Halo Necklace - 14k Oval Cabochon 1.09ctw Adjustable
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Natural Ethiopian Opal Carat: 1.02ct Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Ethiopian Opal Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate ethiopian opal pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 6 vintage editions and 40 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a ethiopian opal 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. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 3 Carat and 3.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A ethiopian opal pendant from Faye Kim, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Syna Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and pear cut alternatives. Finding a ethiopian opal pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is an Ethiopian Opal Pendant?

Prices for a ethiopian opal pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $585 and can go as high as $34,250, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,776.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

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.