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Owl Black Diamond 18 Karat Gold Australian Pearl Charm or Pendant Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Owl Black Diamond 18Kt Australian Pearl Charm or Pendant Necklace This pearl has a particular
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2010s Italian Artisan Charm Bracelets

Materials

Black Diamond, Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Ball Charm
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Burnished Diamond Ball Charm, with its solid gold construction and diamond
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2010s American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
. The Cartier Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Yellow Gold Elephant Charm is not merely an accessory; it's a
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Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm—a harmonious and enchanting
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm Pendant
Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm Pendant
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H 0.63 in W 0.63 in L 1.13 in
Crivelli Lock Charm Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold and White and Black Diamonds
By Crivelli Gioielli
Located in Bilbao, ES
lock charms total 0.6ct ( 0.20ct each) ◘ Fair trade, cut white diamond G-H / VS1 ◘ Weight 30,5gr
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

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

Cartier 18K White & Yellow Gold Rocking Horse Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
fashioned from 18 karat white and yellow gold, each gold hue chosen for its distinct charm and
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Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White & Yellow Gold Rocking Horse Charm Pendant
Cartier 18K White & Yellow Gold Rocking Horse Charm Pendant
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H 0.75 in W 0.75 in L 1.13 in
1.36 Carat Oval Blue Lightning Ridge Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Houston, TX
18 karat yellow gold. The bracelet measures 7". Wear alone of layer with your other favorite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Charm Bracelets

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18K White and Rose Gold Double Heart Logo Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Cartier 18 Karat White and Rose Gold Intertwined Double Heart Logo Charm is a stunning and
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18k White Gold Rotating "I Love You" Flip Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
. This charm is meticulously crafted from 18 karat white gold, a precious metal known for its radiant
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Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond 18K White Gold Enamel Limited Edition Clapperboard Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
cinema. Fashioned from lustrous 18 karat white gold, the charm pendant is shaped like a clapperboard
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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

Cartier Diamond 18k White Gold Rotating Four Leaf Clover Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
recognized symbol of good fortune. It is fashioned from lustrous 18 karat white gold, known for its purity
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seven Gold Tokens Charm Necklace 18 Karat Gold
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sea Star Charm collection, inspired in the Mediterranean sea colours and gold tokens .... READY TO
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Elephant Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
is crafted in 18K Green Gold. The cable chain is 16-18" adjustable. Made in the US This charm can be
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Elephant Charm Necklace
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Elephant Charm Necklace
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W 0.63 in L 0.38 in
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Horseshoe Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
of good luck and protection. Charm Length: 10mm Chain: 16"-18" Adjustable Signature Collection
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K yellow gold necklace is from Jackpot Collection. This beautiful necklace decorated by multi
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
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Dm 0.2 in L 15.75 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold pendant is from Jackpot Collection. This beautiful necklace is decorated with
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold pendant is from Jackpot Collection. This beautiful necklace is decorated with
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold pendant is from Jackpot Collection. This beautiful necklace is decorated by 5 round
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
18 Karat Rose Gold Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
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Dm 0.32 in L 15.75 in
Crystal Ball Charm 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
) yellow gold charm pendant adorned with rivets of quartz, peridot and amethyst gemstone. The brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Crystal, Amethyst, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold shell charm
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This necklace was inspired during a vacation in Capri so .... f course the name of the collection
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Vintage 1970s Italian More Necklaces

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18k Gold

Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold shell charm
Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold shell charm
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W 1.19 in D 0.2 in L 31.5 in
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Koi Fish Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
gold with two diamond eyes. The cable chain is 16-18" adjustable. Length: .5" Made in the US This
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Koi Fish Charm Necklace
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Koi Fish Charm Necklace
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W 0.5 in L 0.63 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Round Multi Charm Diamond Necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K rose gold necklace is from Jackpot Collection. This beautiful necklace decorated by multi round
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cartier Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Love Charm
By Cartier
Located in Tokyo, JP
■Item Number: 23701202 ■Brand: Cartier ■Product Name: Diamond Love Charm ■Material: 6P Diamonds
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Early 2000s French Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.75 Carat Natural Diamond Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length. . This item is proudly handcrafted in the USA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold golf charm enameled
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This necklace was inspired during a vacation for a golf match so .... of course the name of the
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Vintage 1970s Italian More Necklaces

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18k Gold

Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold golf charm enameled
Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold golf charm enameled
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W 1.19 in D 0.2 in L 31.5 in
Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Baby Turtle Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
finely crafted in 18 karat gold and hangs on an adjustable cable chain. Turtle length: .5" This charm
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Turtle Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Karat Gold with white diamond eyes. The cable chain is 16-18" adjustable. Diamonds = .02 cts Charm
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

2.85 Carat Natural Diamond Bezel Bracelet G SI 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length. . This item is proudly handcrafted in the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

French Platinum 18 Karat Enamel Charm Necklace
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Platinum 18K Enamel Charm Necklace is special as this necklace alternates between links of
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Vintage 1940s French Artisan Chain Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

5.05 Carat Natural Diamond Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold Very Unique Design
Located in New York, NY
UPON REQUEST. All Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length. . This item
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Diamond Granulation Spool Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
This sparkly and slightly chunky 18K gold* diamond granulation spool charm and chain will dress up
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Charm with Triple Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Showing our captivating circle charm diamond necklace, a delicate piece designed to add a touch of
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Fancy Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat White Gold
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length. . This item is proudly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Heart Diamond Blue Sapphire Charm Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 18 karat gold pendant is set with .63 carats blue sapphire and .57 carats of shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold and Diamond French Bulldog Charm Necklace
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
For the Frenchie lover, this Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold French Bulldog Charm is full of personality and
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Snowboarder Snowman Australian Pearl Pendant Necklace or Charm
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
18 Karat Gold Skier Snowman Black Diamond Pearl Pin Brooch It's time to make a snowman! I wanted
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Baguette Diamond Charm Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
stunning arrangement of baguette-cut diamonds set in 18-karat yellow gold, creating a captivating and
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Charm Necklace Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
A charm necklace featuring a Zambian emerald gemstone and diamonds in 18 karat yellow gold is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Poodle Charm Necklace with Diamond Eyes
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Poodle charm in 18k gold sparkles with a diamond eye and pom-poms. Charm Length x Width: .5" x .5
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dog Pendant Charm Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 42cm- 16.5" long chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Coral Turtle Charm 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace suspending
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Coral Turtle Charm 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain necklace with 7
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Diamond Charm Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in IN
The centerpiece of this necklace is the exquisite baguette diamond charm pendant. Carefully
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Charm Necklace Marquise 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in IN
This fabulous Handmade Necklace is the right choice for you to dress to impress. It is made with
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Gemstone Charm Necklace Marquise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
Located in IN
18k White Gold Necklace with your best casual outfits to look iconic. ✧✧Welcome To Our Shop Spectrum
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Owl Charm Necklace with Diamond Eyes
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
Symbolizing wisdom, truth, and knowledge, Faye Kim's 18k gold Owl with diamond eyes, perched on a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Indonesian 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An 18 karat yellow gold Indonesian warrior charm pendant. This lovely preloved vintage charm has
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Gold

Vintage Indonesian 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
Vintage Indonesian 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.6 in L 0.87 in
Baguette & Round Diamond Charm Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Item Code :- CN-16940 Gross Wt. :- 3.98 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 3.90 gm Natural Diamond Wt
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Teddy Bear Diamond Australian Pearl 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace Charm
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Teddy Bear Diamond Australian pearl 18KT Gold Animal Pendant Necklace Charm I chose a very
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bucket Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a bucket. Stamped with the owl mark for
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bucket Charm Pendant
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bucket Charm Pendant
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W 0.63 in D 0.56 in L 0.87 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bee Charm Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bell Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a bell set with paste cabochons (one
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Bell Charm Pendant
18 Karat Yellow Gold Bell Charm Pendant
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W 0.56 in D 0.56 in L 0.75 in
Italian 18 Karat White & Yellow Gold Diamond Disc Charm Necklace 1.12 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow or White Gold necklace featuring graduated diamond disc weighing 1.12 Carats on a
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Tennis Racket Charm
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Rose Gold Tennis Racket Charm, Summer is here. Get back into the swing of things. So much
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Tennis Racket Charm
18 Karat Rose Gold Tennis Racket Charm
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H 0.82 in W 0.5 in
Sea Star Charm Collection with Tokens Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Pradera Irama
Located in Bilbao, ES
Sea Star Charm collection, inspired in the Mediterranean sea colours and gold tokens .... READY TO
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21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Racket Charm
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Racket Charm, Summer is here. Get back into the swing of things. So
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Racket Charm
18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Racket Charm
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H 0.82 in W 0.5 in
Italian 18 Karat Pink Gold Initial White & Black Charm Necklace 1.70 Carats
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Italian, 18 Karat Rose Gold charm pendant necklace featuring 74 white diamonds weighing 1.02 Carats
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Ro...

Diamond Gun Revolver Malachite Gem 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Pendant Charm
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamond Gun Revolver Malachite Gem 18 Karat Rose Gold Necklace Pendant Charm 18 Karat Gold Genuine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Sunburst Heart 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
designed and made in 18 karat gold. Charms are great to collect as wearable memories, it has a symbolic and
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Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Sunburst Heart 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
Sunburst Heart 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.36 in L 0.67 in
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Charm Necklace Star Moon Heart Clover
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Italian, 18 Karat yellow gold necklace featuring 2 Stars, 2 Moons, 2 Hearts and a Clover center on
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat Gold Necklace Charm For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 18 karat gold necklace charm for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 1323 antique edition and 1258 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18 karat gold necklace charm 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic 18 karat gold necklace charm over the years, but those made by Cartier, Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA and Nina Wynn are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any 18 karat gold necklace charm from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 945 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a 18 karat gold necklace charm, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a 18 Karat Gold Necklace Charm?

The price for a 18 karat gold necklace charm starts at $119 and tops out at $193,360 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,282.

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.