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Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Buckle Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Buckle Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Victorian Circa 1860 Beautiful Buckle Pendant Set
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Pearl Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold pendant from the Victorian era. It has been crafted into the shape
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Harp Necklace 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian harp shaped, pendant
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 20ct Gold Enamel & Pearl Victorian Pendant
Located in London, GB
Antique 20ct Gold Pendant Fringe mechanism Genuine Pearl surrounded by a navy blue enamel star
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Antique 1850s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Antique Porcelain Seed-Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
natural seed pearls which halo the piece. Made in 14k yellow gold. Pendant Length: 1.1 inches
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Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Onyx Medaillon Pendant 14K Gold & Pearls
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Victorian Onyx Medaillon Pendant 14K Gold & Pearls Circa 1870 3 pearls are missing, the
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Style Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in US
Victorian Style Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Pendant Necklace Fantastic Pendant Modeled
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1860s pearl and 21 karat yellow gold pendant with an 18
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.44 in W 1.48 in L 16 in
Victorian Split Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Victorian 14K yellow gold fringe necklace with split pearl links and clusters with a removable
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold

Victorian Split Pearl Pendant Necklace
Victorian Split Pearl Pendant Necklace
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W 0.63 in L 16.25 in
Victorian Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Pearl & Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1870 Stunning, Victorian crescent moon
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Knot Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Knot Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Pretty, Victorian gold pendant. Beautifully
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold created with a chased ornamental
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian pendant has been crafted in 9k yellow gold and
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.67 in W 1.73 in L 16.5 in
Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a massive Victorian era cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features natural round
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a gorgeous antique amethyst and pearl necklace from the Victorian era. Crafted in 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a magnificent Victorian clear locket pendant crafted in 15K yellow gold. The piece features
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Locket Pendant
Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Locket Pendant
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W 1.26 in Dm 1.07 in L 2.37 in
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Coral & Pearl Brooch/Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Coral Brooch/Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1875 An Absolutely Stunning Piece of Fine
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an antique pendant from the Victorian era. This charming piece has been crafted into
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl Enamel Rose Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 1880-1890 pearl rose gold tassel pendant necklace. Handmade rose gold chain. The center
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large natural pearl and 12 karat rose gold pendant; part of our
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
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H 0.36 in W 2.09 in L 3.7 in
Victorian 4.12 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 4.12 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.40 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 2.40 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 9 karat yellow gold pendant and
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Two Colour Gold Victorian Pearl Swallow Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Swallow Pendant Circa 1880 Pretty, Victorian 15ct yellow gold swallow pendant. A lovely
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montgomery, AL
pendant is crafted from 14k victorian rose gold. This antique piece has charming 14k green gold floral
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and 18 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch with 9k gold
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Antique 1870s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite pendant that dates back to the late Victorian era. The pendant is formed in a
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.19 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style Rose Gold Rubies And Seed Pearls Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Victorian style Rose Gold Rubies and Seed Pearls pendant. It is a round pendant shaped as
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an 14K rose gold, light blue glass and seed pearls pendant. It depicts a bent riding crop
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
Victorian 14k Gold Blue Glass Seed Pearls Equestrian Pendant
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W 0.65 in D 0.1 in L 1.65 in
Victorian Seed Pearl and Imitation Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and imitation gemstone, 18k yellow gold cross
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant in the form of a flower set with a gorgeous
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Analyzer) and verified as 15k gold. This Victorian enamel pendant with pearls is supplied with an
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Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.1 in W 0.83 in L 18 in
Antique Victorian Natural White Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
-Victorian pendant features fifty natural white pearls arrayed over a domed circle with an intricate open
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant which is adorned with ten seed pearls and a finale blister
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold

9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
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H 1.58 in W 1.11 in D 1.38 in Dm 1.11 in L 1.58 in
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 14 carat yellow gold, 14 carat rose gold cross
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Antique Locket Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Antique Gold and Seed Pearl Locket. Beautifully Hand crafted with
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 15 karat yellow gold seed pearl heart locket pendant. This sweet heart shaped locket
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Dove Bird Locket Pendant Necklace Etruscan Revival Pearl Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and rare antique Victorian bird dove locket pendant brooch in 10 Karat Gold
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian Cross pendant brooch, Pearl and paste, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique Victorian era cross pendant brooch. The cross has an engraved front and is
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with enamel and pearl, circa 1860. This exquisite
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
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W 1.19 in D 0.48 in L 3.15 in
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Victorian Pendant/Brooch in 15 carat yellow gold with rubies, pearls and diamonds in a starburst
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gol...

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
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W 1.23 in D 0.32 in Dm 1.23 in L 1.42 in
Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Split Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A bright blue turquoise and split pearl 14k gold early Victorian cross pendant. This cross is in
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Antique 1850s Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

Superb Victorian Antique Diamond Pearl Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
which is seen across the Victorian era. Made in 18k yellow gold and in original condition, this is truly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This magnificent pearl and diamond pendant dates back to the Victorian era. A natural 6mm pearl
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Ruby and Pearl Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming little pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This antique piece has
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Double Pendant 14K Gold Antique Original 1890s
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1890's Vintage Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Double Pendant 14K
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive Victorian diamond and enamel pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Starburst Pendant Seed Pearls 15k Gold Chester Hallmarks c1895
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Victorian starburst pendant or brooch (circa 1895), crafted in 15 karat yellow gold
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Diamond and Green Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely 18ct yellow gold Victorian pendant. The pendant is in a foliate style and
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian enamel and pearl cross pendant necklace. The front of the pendant
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl Diamond and Enamel Buckle Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a remarkable creation taken from the Victorian era. This unique antique pendant has
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Blister Pearl and 0.42Ct Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold and silver set pendant; part of our pearl jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Diamond & Pearl Locket Pendant & Fancy Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and unique antique pendant necklace was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15k Gold Blue Enamel & Pearl Pendant Locket, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stylish Victorian 15K gold antique pendant. (Please note, this
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique Opal Old Mine Diamond Natural Pearl Pendant Brooch Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING AND RARE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FIRE OPAL, OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND AND NATURAL PEARL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Gold Pearl Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the victorian gold pearl pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect victorian gold pearl pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A victorian gold pearl pendant from J DAUPHIN, Karen Sugarman Designs and Marina J. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A victorian gold pearl pendant of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring pearl, from our inventory of 1458, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a victorian gold pearl pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 560 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Victorian Gold Pearl Pendant?

The price for a victorian gold pearl pendant starts at $52 and tops out at $286,795 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,125.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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.