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What is a cartouche necklace?
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A cartouche necklace is a necklace with an oval pendant that encompasses one's name in Egyptian hieroglyphs. Cartouches were formerly worn by Pharaohs and meant to protect them from evil spirits. Today, these necklaces are a part of everyday style.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
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Modern 18 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Egyptian Cartouche Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow and rose gold.
This gold pendant represents an Egyptian cartouche
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Enamel Diamond Large Anchor Pendant
Located in Danvers, MA
Found in Paris, this large enamel and rose cut diamond Anchor Pendant is beautiful, striking and
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
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Egyptian Scarab 18K Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Egyptian 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold charm pendant designed as the protective amulet of
Category
20th Century Egyptian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Photo Holder Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
18 karat yellow gold necklace with three strands of chain, and a photo holder pendant with enameled
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Antique Mid-19th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
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Art Nouveau Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Brooch Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed Art Nouveau period enamel Pendant - Brooch Necklace. Set with
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique 15k gold locket pendant, Greek key, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
down the back of the locket and there is a blank shield shaped cartouche to the reverse, this has not
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
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