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18k French Vintage cherub charm pendant - Angel medallion - solid yellow gold
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this 18 K yellow gold cherub pendant. This cute charm depicts a small, cute angel
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Late 20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Small Gold Eiffel Tower Charm, 18k Yellow Gold, Gold Paris
Located in McLeansville, NC
great addition to your collection. Crafted from 18K yellow gold, this charming Paris-inspired charm
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Frog Charm Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Emerald Eyes Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage diamond frog charm crafted in 18k yellow gold. Round brilliant cut
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Opal 1ct Diamond Large Pendant Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Large Enhancer Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage opal & diamond pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s to
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant The Manneken Pis, or the “Little Pissing Man” is a
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Late 20th Century Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
18K Gold Vintage Manneken Pis Charm or Pendant
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H 0.88 in W 0.38 in
Diamond 18k solid gold cross pendant - small cross - Estate Catholic medallion
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely 18 K yellow gold cross pendant. This beautiful detailed little charm is
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Late 20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Venetian Etruscan Revival Moonstone 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful preloved 18 karat gold Venetian Etruscan Revival fob charm pendant. The charm is set
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Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Diamond "S" Medallion Pendants
Located in Danvers, MA
for both women and men. Crafted of 18K yellow gold, with lower karat white gold accents, each pendant
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20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Ancient God Mercury Hermes Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An 18 karat yellow gold Mercury (Hermès to the Greeks) charm pendant. This charm is a design based
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Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Green Tourmaline Pendant Slide 18K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Green Tourmaline Pendant Slide 18K Gold The pendant is crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pendant 50ct Emerald 1.32ctw Diamonds solid 18K Yellow Gold / 16 gr
Located in SE
This is a very attractive golden pendant with a huge natural Emerald surrounded by Diamonds
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Antique 1880s Swedish Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace With 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain This spectacular
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection by Victor Mayer, petrol blue
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold and silver diamond cross pendant. The cross is composed of 11 claw
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
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W 1.19 in D 0.08 in L 1.58 in
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Pearl, Lapis Lazuli & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti White Pearl, Lapis Lazuli & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.6ct Peridot Crest Pendant with Diamonds, 18K Yellow Gold, 1" Long
Located in Austin, TX
This wonderful vintage pendant presents a large oval peridot in a rich 18 karat gold crest-shaped
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Late 20th Century American Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Locket Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel with Paillons - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant, 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection by Victor Mayer, petrol blue vitreous
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

French Plique a Jour Pendant Large Vintage Fine Art Deco Jewelry 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
(1.14 inches). Metal & Hallmark: 18k yellow gold. The pendant is stamped with the French eagle head
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet Gemini Zodiac Pendant White Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Chaumet, Paris CIRCA: 1980’s MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold WEIGHT: 18.7 grams MEASUREMENTS
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The "Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross" is a piece of jewelry and religious ornament that is
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
Vintage 18kt Yellow Gold French Cross
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W 1.11 in L 1.97 in
Vintage Spanish Cross 18 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Vintage Spanish Cross in 18 karat Yellow Gold is a striking piece of jewelry that carries both
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20th Century Spanish Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Spanish Cross 18 karat Yellow Gold
Vintage Spanish Cross 18 karat Yellow Gold
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W 1.38 in D 0.12 in L 2.29 in
26.16 Carat Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
been crafted in 18k yellow gold. This vintage brooch is embellished with a large impressive feature
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

26.16 Carat Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
26.16 Carat Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
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H 0.52 in W 1.34 in Dm 1.34 in L 18 in
Man in the Moon Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Celestial Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Man in the Moon charm crafted in 18k yellow gold. The nicely detailed charm is
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Star Burst Pin Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Gorgeous Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Black Opal and Diamond Star Burst Pin Pendant. This gorgeous Black
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Enamel Round Locket with Floral Design #16549
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Circular Locket with Enamel Floral Design This beautiful vintage locket is set in
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1960s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Stars Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This antique vintage jewel features a large
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Koala Charm, 18K Gold, Koala Bear Charm, Gold Koala Charm, Simple Koala
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold koala charm. This small charm features a koala bear climbing a
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant suspends from a 18k yellow gold 18" chain via an integrated yellow gold ring loop attachment to
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique 1900s Emerald and 1.30ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.21 in W 0.75 in L 0.98 in
Pomellato Necklace with Circular Yellow 18 Karat Gold Pendant
By Pomellato
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered in good condition Pomellato necklace designed as a circular yellow gold pendant affixed
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold Leaves and Flowers Carved
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
surface of an object of the same metal and arranged in artistic motifs. The 18kt yellow gold cross is in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Style 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Chiselled French Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
. Crafted from lustrous 18K yellow gold, the pendant showcases a remarkable hand-chiselled pattern
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Spanish Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Cross made entirely of 18kt Yellow Gold, recalls the Saint Aemilian of Cogolla's cross. Saint
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Late 20th Century Spanish Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Spanish Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise
Vintage Spanish Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise
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W 1.07 in D 0.16 in L 1.38 in
Vintage Circa 1980s Solid Oval Australian Opal Pendant & Chain 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Crafted in 18 carat yellow gold, this adorable pendant features a lovely solid oval Australian
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Gueblin Vintage Retro Amethyst Seed Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
rope design yellow gold edges adding to the shining effect of gold. The undercarriage of the pendant
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Vintage 1950s Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Oriental Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Dramatic Large Gem Set Vintage Cross Pendant, c 1981.
Located in Aspen, CO
this 18 carat white gold cross. Just as there is strength emanating from the diversity within
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Nouveau Enamel Pendant Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel pendant Oxidized Sterling Silver and 18k Yellow Gold (in the
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Early 2000s Spanish Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Nouveau Enamel Pendant 18 Karat Gold Flower and Pearl Style
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Hand made in Spain Enamel pendant 18K Yellow Gold approx size 1.5' inch has few small
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Jack Kelege Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Jack Kelege
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
vintage charm, showcasing intricate attention to detail. The pendant's bail is adorned with a smaller
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

"Cloud Dancer" Necklace in 18K Gold, Diamonds & Baroque Pearl by Eytan Brandes
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
vintage 18 karat gold chain that we acquired at a vintage jewelry show in 2021. It's a diamond-cut cable
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow ...

Aaron Basha Enamel and Diamond 'Baby Shoe' Charm Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Aaron Basha
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
card, verifying its authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tahitian Pearl Fob with 18K Gold & Diamond Bezel Topped by Sterling Swan Thimble
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
yellow gold bezel burnished with pale brown diamonds. Topping the bezel is a vintage sterling silver
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Black Pearl, Pearl, Brown Diamond, Diamond, Sterling Sil...

Nouveau 1910 Enamel Pendant Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold/Brooch
Located in Brooklyn, NY
cord can be removed Oxidized Sterling Silver and 18 yellow Gold (in the flowers area) approx size 1.5
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Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Pink Opal Pendant in Sterling Silver and 18 Karat Gold with Pink Tourmaline
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Unique Silver & Gold Pink Opal Pendant. Has mostly Sterling Silver 925 some 18k Yellow gold
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pocket Watch on Long Gold Chain
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
York hangs from a secure bale of a lovely 14 karat yellow gold chain. The 18 karat gold watch has
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Antique Late 18th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Heart Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. open heart diamond necklace in solid 18k yellow
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Venetian Murano Glass Pendant Cameo of Crucified Cross in Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
area is oxidized silver) with small natural Amethyst & Peridot gemstones set with small 18K Yellow Gold
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1.07 Carat Emerald and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1990
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 1.07 carat natural emerald, 18 karat yellow gold 'artisan' pendant
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co Hourglass Charm Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Timer Rock Crystal Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co infinity hourglass charm crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier AGL Certified Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace, circa 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, made in France in the 20th century, circa 1980s, is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features two
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Long Bean Pendant on a Triple Strand Paperclip Chain
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold long necklace. The free form hollow bean pendant is
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Dangle Earrings solid 18K Yellow Gold / 2.9 gr
Located in SE
Gold. Each earring is 40 mm long including the hooks. Each pendant is 24 mm x 10 mm at axes. Weight
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Vintage 1960s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Long Bean Pendant with Clear Crystal and Triple Paperclip Chain
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold long necklace. The free form oval shape pendant is
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Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Corletto 18K Gold & Blue Enamel Portrait Miniature Brooch or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine miniature portrait convertible brooch & pendant. By Oreste Giovanni Corletto. In 18k
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1990's Emerald and 2.28 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage emerald pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pierced decorated frame displays a
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1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Finely Sculpted 18K Gold Gemset Lion Brooch 'Converts to Pendant'
Located in Shippensburg, PA
FINELY SCULPTED 18K GOLD AND GEMSET LION BROOCH (CONVERTS TO PENDANT) With rubies, sapphires
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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Natural Diamond Sapphire Pearl Brooch Bow Ribbon 18K Gold Vintage This gold brooch is finely
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

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

Vintage Cat's Eye Ruby Gold Cat Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage chrysoberyl cat’s eye ruby and gold cat brooch pendant circa 1950. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P
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Vintage 1950s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Ruby, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cat's Eye Ruby Gold Cat Brooch Pendant
Vintage Cat's Eye Ruby Gold Cat Brooch Pendant
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W 1.25 in L 2.25 in
Mid-Century 18K Gold & Ruby Set Figural Purse Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage figural purse charm or pendant. In 18k gold. Bezel-set with 8 round cut rubies
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20th Century Italian Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

H. Stern Textured Golden Stone Pedras Roladas Maior Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
By H. Stern
Located in Lisbon, PT
H. Stern contemporary textured golden stone pendant necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, signed, in
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Early 2000s Brazilian Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Persian Turquoise Heart Bow Ribbon Locket Brooch/Pendant Yellow Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Mid-Century Persian turquoise heart and bow convertible locket brooch in 19.2kt yellow gold and
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Vintage 1930s Portuguese Victorian Brooches

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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Yellow Gold Pendant Vintage 18k Small For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 207 antique edition and 38 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small from Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and A. Augis — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 72, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and brilliant cut versions for sale. Finding a yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small for sale for women should be easy, but there are 96 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Pendant Vintage 18k Small?

On average, a yellow gold pendant vintage 18k small at 1stDibs sells for $2,197, while they’re typically $165 on the low end and $195,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.