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14 Karat Art Deco .33 Carat Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This 14 Karat Art Deco .33 Carat Diamond Pendant is the perfect accessory for any outfit. Featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Emerald Devil Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This platinum Art Deco pendant features nine single cut diamonds and an assortment of triangluar
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An alluring, authentic Art Deco diamond pendant necklace chock full of all of the details you would
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 1.88 in W 0.75 in L 16 in
Art Deco Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
, suspended below an articulated row of diamonds. Circa 1930s, this lovely pendant is fabricated in platinum
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

.925 Sterling Silver 1/4 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate your inner spirituality with this magnificent art-deco diamond cross pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Onyx Jabot Pendant Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
We’ve made this Art Deco platinum jabot pin multifunctional by adding two bails so that it can be
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural Turquoise Diamond Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An impressive late Art Deco period large sized pendant. Hand crafted of solid Platinum and solid 18
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco 4.50 Ct Natural Garnet 3.50 Ct Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This captivating late Art Deco period pendant is 1925 circa Skillfully hand crafted as unique of
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Estate Art Deco Articulated Platinum Diamond Emerald Eye Form Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Interesting and distinctive estate Art Deco period platinum diamond and emerald pendant with a
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Platinum 2 carat Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Pendant Pin Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Art Deco pendant with 2 carats of diamonds accented by specialty French calibre cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Art Deco Style Lilly Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 14K White Gold Width: 8 mm. Length: 18 mm. (length excludes
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Art Deco Style Floral Pendant in 14k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This white gold Art Deco inspired pendant preserves in its lozenge outline a five petals flower
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
, thickness : 1 mm, height of the pendant : 3.8 cm, width : 14.5 mm, thickness : 3.2 mm. Total weight of the
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco Diamond 1.15 Ct Diamond Twin Target Pendant 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful twin target necklace is Art Deco period 1925 ca Consisting in a double Diamond 18 KT
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant Old Mine Cut Diamonds Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Antique Art Deco - Victorian Pendant with a gorgeous central 16 Carat Lapis Lazuli
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 10k Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Company Art Deco Style Platinum Diamond Ruby Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Tiffany & Company Platinum Pendant Necklace, the pendant with each section being
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Graceful and sophisticated, this 14k white gold necklace boasts a shimmering Art Deco inspired
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired Diamond Yellow Gold & Platinum Lariat Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
lines of the Art Deco period with a modern twist. Both diamonds have been set in platinum with delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Key Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as a key set with 33 round brilliant cut diamonds with
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20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Bulova Diamond Platinum Watch Pendant
By Bulova Watch Company
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classy Art Deco watch pendant created by Bulova in the 1920s. Made of black onyx and platinum
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Vintage 1920s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum, White Gold

Art Deco French Diamond White Enamel Platinum Gold Disc Pendant Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Stripe it up with this Art Deco French diamond, white enamel, platinum, and gold disc pendant
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

1 Pc Pave Diamond Flower Charm Pendant Rosecut Diamond 925 Silver Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
1 Pc Pave Diamond Flower Charm Pendant Rosecut Diamond 925 Silver Pendant Personalized handmade
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2010s Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver

Detailed Art Deco Diamond Cross Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Danvers, MA
Beautifully detailed with crisp milgrain and open work, this diamond cross pendant is sizable but
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20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This beautiful Art Deco style pendant is finished in brightly polished 18K White gold. Delicately
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Pendant
Located in Flushing, NY
Art Deco GIA Certified Natural Salt Water Pearl Necklace Diamond Watch Fob Pendant Circa: 1920s
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold and black onyx combined with the masterful Art Deco Workmanship is truly something special! Enjoy
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1 Carat Fancy Pink-Purple Pear Cut Diamond Art Deco Ring
Located in PARIS, FR
We invite you to discover this rare and modern art deco ring set with a 1.01 carat GIA certified
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2010s Asian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Design Diamond and Sapphire Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous pendant echo the Art Deco era with a blue color palette. Featured in the center bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.65 Carat Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1930's diamond pendant necklace. 22 transitioanl and baguette cut diamonds on a 16 inch
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Necklace and ART DECO pendant set with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with old European cut diamonds and single cut diamonds up
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Platinum 4.37ct Old European Diamond Large Dinner Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Inches Clasp: Lobster Claw Condition: Antique, Art Deco period pendant in excellent condition. Brand new
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning antique pendant is 1925 circa Skillfully hand created during the Deco period of solid
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
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H 2.09 in W 0.91 in L 17.72 in
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pendant Antique 18 Karat Gold Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum (circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond

Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold This amazing Art Deco circa 1920s pendant is
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
of the design have millgrain detailing to enhance the vintage feel. Information Style: Art-deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Shape Sapphire & Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pendant contains 1 center pear shape sapphire weighing 1.85ct. Center stone is surrounded by an Art
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Art Deco 1930 Convertible Pendant Brooch Platinum 11.73 Ctw Diamonds & Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco gem set brooch with emeralds. Magnificent piece of jewelry, created during the art
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18K Gold 0.60ctw Diamond Flower Cluster Pendant w/ Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 9.5mm (0.37") Pendant Height: 12.3mm (0.48") Thickness: 3mm Condition: Antique Art Deco pendant
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Emerald pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut emerald studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Locket Rose Cut Diamond Platinum Pansy Flower Black Onyx Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Victorian to Art Deco Antique Rose Cut Diamond Platinum Locket Pendant with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Large Camphor Glass Diamond Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This is a gorgeous and rare necklace crafted during the art deco period in solid 14k white gold. It
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Citrine Pearl Diamond Rose Gold Platinum Lavaliere Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1920's Art Deco Lavaliere style Platinum and pink gold handmade pendant. A diamond shaped
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Style 17.80 Ct Natural Aquamarine Diamond Drop Pendant 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Art Deco Style Aquamarine & Diamond drop pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Jade, Diamond and Pearl Disk Pendant
Located in Hummelstown, PA
Diamonds: 2.40 total carats. Large center diamond .80 ct. I1 clarity with J color. Eight smaller
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2 Carat Diamond Flawless Pearl Circle Pendant Old European Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is an exceptional Diamond and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Pendant. The pendant with seven Old
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Art Deco Style Target Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A glamorous pair of Art Deco-inspired target pendant bezel set with a round brilliant cut diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Emerald and Diamond Cluster Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art Deco style emerald and diamond square cluster pendant in 14k white gold. Centrally set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Tiffany & Company European Cut Diamond Circle Pendant in Original Box C
Located in Boston, MA
An Art Deco period Tiffany & Company diamond circle pendant in platinum. Set with 30 old European
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Sapphire and Diamond Square Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A beautiful Art Deco style 14k white gold millgrain and open work square shape pendant featuring a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1932 Art Deco Nordic Pendant Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.6gr
Located in SE
Pendant in 18K White Gold with the setting of Black onyx accented with Diamonds. There are ten
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Oval Sapphire with Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
White gold sapphire and diamond Art Deco-inspired pendant with seventeen sapphires totaling 2.55
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 20.62 CTW Aquamarine Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
motif suspending from kite-shaped bale Bead and bezel set with old European cut diamonds throughout
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Morganite Orange Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This morganite with orange sapphire and diamond pendant presents a stunning example of Art Deco
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Morganite, Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Round Diamond with Sapphire Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An Art Deco style sapphire and diamond pendant, set with French cut sapphires and round cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, this will complete any evening look. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 18K White Gold Width
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace with Old Mine Cut Diamond refers to a necklace that features
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
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H 17.75 in W 0.65 in Dm 0.65 in L 17.75 in
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Charm Platinum Woman a Line Skirt Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era charm crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1920s to 1930s). 20
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2.7 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Antique
Located in New York, NY
A stunning antique Art Deco - Victorian - Edwardian Platinum Diamond Lavaliere Pendant Necklace
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Yellow Gold Diamond & Pearl Art Deco Lavaliere Pendant 10k & Gold Filled Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold (pendant) & 12k Gold Filled (bail
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Circle Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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1 Diamond Art Deco Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 1 diamond art deco pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k 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 1 diamond art deco 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A 1 diamond art deco pendant from Kian Design, Luigi Ferrara and Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 1 diamond art deco pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 1 Diamond Art Deco Pendant?

The price for a 1 diamond art deco pendant starts at $175 and tops out at $850,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,778.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry 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.