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What is the difference between charms and pendants?
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While there is no official difference between charms and pendants, charms are generally considered smaller and more dainty than pendants. Charms are usually placed on bracelets, whereas pendants are generally worn on necklaces. Shop a wide selection of charms and pendants on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Shop for Charm Pendants on 1stDibs
Gold Coral Buddha Charm Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Charm Bracelets
Materials
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Buddha Charm Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
covered by the seller (customs duties included).
An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a
Category
20th Century Italian Retro Charm Bracelets
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Seahorse Gold Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lois D. Sasson Design
18k yellow gold seahorse charm pendant
Heavy 11.4g
Length with bail 38.90mm
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Snowflake Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful sparkling figural "snowflake" charm/pendant. 14K white gold, set with bight faceted
Category
Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold Midcentury Cadillac Charm/Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K Gold Car Charm/pendant. It depicts a yellow gold 1950’s Cadillac car charm/pendant.
Category
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Piano Charm Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Piano Charm Pendant. This adorable piano features lovely details with fleur de
Category
Vintage 1980s Retro Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold