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18K Yellow Gold Greek Inspired Lion Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
18K yellow gold Greek inspired "Lion" necklace. The necklace features two lions adorned with
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1990s Greek Classical Greek Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet 18K Gold Round and Baguette Diamonds Lion Pendant Necklace
By Chaumet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Chaumet 18K Gold Round and Baguette Diamonds Lion Pendant Necklace This state-of-the-art pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Seidengang Athena Diamond 18k Gold Triple Strand Lions Stars Necklace
By SeidenGang
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a stunning authentic necklace by Seidengang Athena collection, crafted from 18k yellow gold
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Vintage 1980s German Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Reverse Crystal Lion Cub Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K lion cub pendant beautifully detailed hand painted reverse quartz crystal backed with mothher
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Crystal, 18k Gold

18k Reverse Crystal W Lion Cub Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18K Lion pendant hand painted reverse quartz crystal backed with mothher of pearl hand painted by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Crystal, 18k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Lion Poppy Oriemtal Pearls
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant pendant has been made out 18 karat gold in the last decade of the 19th century. It is
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla created this 18 Karat White Gold Lion Pendant, For the Leo in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
18 Karat White Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
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W 0.69 in D 0.13 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla created this 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Pendant, For the Leo in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Pendant Necklace
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W 0.69 in D 0.13 in
Seiden Gang Lion Motif Triple Strand Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold
By Seiden Gang
Located in La Jolla, CA
SEIDEN GANG Triple Strand Diamond Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Seiden Gang Triple Strand Diamond
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Late 20th Century Unknown Multi-Strand Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Gucci Lion's Head Necklace and Earrings Set in 18K Yellow Gold
By Gucci
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Gucci necklace and earrings set made out of 18k yellow gold. The design is of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

18 Karat Pink Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Pink Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace, Free standing lion ready to attack. Don't worry
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Pink Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
18 Karat Pink Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
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W 0.83 in D 0.09 in L 0.83 in
18 Karat Pink Gold Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 karat Pink Gold Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace , 1 inch wide . I am a sculptor turned jewelry
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

18 Karat Pink Gold Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
18 Karat Pink Gold Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
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H 0.55 in W 0.93 in D 0.13 in
18 Karat White Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace, Free standing lion ready to attack. Don't worry
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
18 Karat White Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
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W 0.83 in D 0.09 in L 0.83 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla created this exclusively for 1stdibs. 18 karat Yellow Gold
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zodiac Leo 18K Yellow Gold Lion Charm Pendant
By Ben Rosenfeld
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a lion atop a rock within a textured circle
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20th Century British Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zodiac Leo 18K Yellow Gold Lion Charm Pendant
Zodiac Leo 18K Yellow Gold Lion Charm Pendant
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W 1.34 in D 0.24 in L 1.58 in
18k Yellow Gold Lion Head Clasp 30" Fresh Water Pearl Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Ring & Lion Head w/ 14k Yellow Gold Clasp Weight: 266.55 Grams Type: 10 Row Pearl Strand Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Onyx & Diamond Lion Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Rare Bulgari Onyx & Diamond Lion Necklace A gold pendant set with onyx and 15 round
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Vintage 1960s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

18 Karat Pink Gold Winged Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Pink Gold Griffin Pendant Necklace. Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created this for
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold, Ruby and White Diamond Lion Zodiac pendant
By Joanna Dahdah
Located in Beirut, LB
Lion horoscope pendant crafted in 18k gold, white enamel, rubies and white diamonds. The diamond
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2010s Lebanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel

Taru Jewelry Lion Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning signature series lion necklace is crafted from 18 karat gold and sterling silver and
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond, Emerald Lion Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond, Emerald Lion Necklace An 18k yellow gold Lion necklace, set with
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Vintage 1980s French More Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Ico & the Bird & Turquoise Mountain Myanmar Lion Zodiac 18k Gold Medallion
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
respects dignity. ` ✢ 18k Matte Yellow Gold ✢ 18mm wide In collaboration with Turquoise Mountain, Lion
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2010s Burmese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Pendant Womens Necklace with Sapphire Eyes
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla created this 18k Yellow Gold Lion Pendant, For the Leo in your
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold GIA Diamond Lion Men's Chain Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer, Thomas Kurilla created 18 Karat Yellow Gold GIA Diamond Lion Pendant, The king
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Brush. Made to order allow 2.5 weeks delivery. Vermeil is 18 k gold micron plating over sterling
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Platinum

Platinum Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
Platinum Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
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H 0.55 in W 0.93 in D 0.13 in
Madleine Kay 18k Yellow Gold "Lions Head" with Green Garnet Eyes
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Madleine Kay 18k yellow gold "Lions Head" with green garnet eyes Specifications: main stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Armorial 18k Gold Lion Crest Pendant, Sampson Mordan, 1906
Located in New York, NY
Fine, rare antique Edwardian 18K yellow gold Armorial pendant medallion/container case by Sampson
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace 13/16th inch wide
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace, Free standing lion ready to attack. Don't worry
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970's Vintage Italian Coral Lion Head Diamond 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
sensuality. This Coral Lion's Head Cocktail pendant, with an exquisite carving, is framed around an 18k
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Lion Zodiac Pendant 18k Gold 0.92 Ct Diamonds 0.53 Ct Tsavorites
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Gold with 0.92 ct Diamonds and 0.53 ct tsavorites Reference: 145004/5 Material: 18k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Ico & the Bird w/ Turquoise Mountain Myanmar Lion Zodiac 18k Gold Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
from Ramree Island, in the Rakhine State of Myanmar. ◆ 18k Matte Yellow Gold ◆ Height: 13.72mm
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2010s Burmese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Winged Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace 1 inch wide
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
Griffin Pendant Necklace. Sculpture is my passion. This 18 karat gold griffin is getting ready to take
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

White Rhodium Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
White Rhodium Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace , I am a sculptor turned jewelry designer. This lion
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Vermeil, Sterling Silver, White Gold, Rhodium

White Rhodium Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
White Rhodium Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace
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H 0.55 in W 0.93 in D 0.13 in
Lion Coral Diamonds 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
of 18-karat white and yellow gold which also includes natural diamonds. Handmade by expert craftsmen
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Lion Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
pendant comes with a laminated coin certificate of authenticity. The woven 18 inch (or 20 inch) 18K gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
Amazing 18 kt. Yellow gold Adler Genève Necklace, Earrings, Bracelet, Ring Lion Set from Estate
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Beaded Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Winged Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace 1 inch wide
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold Griffin Pendant Necklace. Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla created this for
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Banbury, GB
. The chain is made in 18k yellow gold. This gorgeous necklace is perfect for everyday wear and will
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Vermeil Winged 2 inch Lion Griffin Pendant Necklace for Men
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vermeil Griffin Pendant Necklace for men . Tiffany designer , Thomas Kurilla
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Vermeil

18 Karat White Gold and Black Rhodium Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace
By Thomas Kurilla
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold & Black Rhodium Lion Rampant Pendant Necklace, Free standing lion ready to
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold, Rhodium

1600's Venice Silver Lion of St Marks Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
within a "wire and jawan" handmade 18K gold with 4 accent 1.8mm VS1 diamonds setting in this Steven
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian era 18K gold coat of arms photo locket pendant lion crown flowers
Located in Versailles, FR
is a trace of hallmark on the bale of the locket and it is also acid tested for 18k gold. The head
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Large Detailed 3D Lion Head Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold, and features a LARGE lion head design with remarkably outstanding workmanship and texture that
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Roman 1st Century BC Cybele Chariot Lions Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
goddess Cybele driving a chariot pulled by 2 lions. Cybele, also known as Magna Mater or the Great Mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our exquisite Gold Vermeil Lion of Babylon Whistle Pendant Necklace - a modern twist on
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our exquisite Gold Vermeil Lion of Babylon Whistle Pendant Necklace - a modern twist on
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
Naimah, Lion Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
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H 0.6 in W 1.4 in L 24.8 in
Lion Turquoise Central and Diamonds in a 18 Karat Gold Necklace and Earrings
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
cabouchons matching earrings Gold 18 kt weight for the necklace gr 81.00 - turquoise weight gr 4.90
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise Matrix, 18k Gold

Lion Coral Central Surrounded by Diamonds in Degradè in a 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A unique flat degradè groumette in 18 kt gold collier The wonderful and realistic coral sculpture
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Vintage 1960s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 karat Yellow Gold Double Sided Persepolis Lion Pendant
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Designer , Thomas Kurilla created this exclusively for 1stdibs. 18 karat Yellow Gold
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Lion Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
Beautiful 18K carved spectra lion pendant with blue sapphire bail measures 18x24mm
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Carved Lion Pendant
Carved Lion Pendant
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Italian Yellow and White Gold Lion Pendant Diamonds and Citrine
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Yellow and White Gold Lion Pendant is a stunning piece of jewelry that seamlessly
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20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14 karat Yellow Gold Double Sided Persepolis Lion Pendant
By Thomas Kurilla Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
double sided Persepolis Lion Pendant Necklace ,1 inch wide .I am a sculptor turned jewelry designer. This
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Lion Pendant Large Head Diamond Eyes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Lion head pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s). Six
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Opal Alexander The Great Coin Pendant
Located in Arcadia, CA
18-karat yellow gold Decorate with white diamonds 0.175ct and Opal Ancient, authentic Alexander The
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold

18K Gold Opal Alexander The Great Coin Pendant
18K Gold Opal Alexander The Great Coin Pendant
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W 13.78 in D 1.58 in L 22.84 in
Fred Paris Necklace Leo Pendant Gold Diamond Emerald
By Fred Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A delicate and cute gold Leo necklace by Fred Paris. Made of 18k yellow gold, the necklace
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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

Fred Paris Necklace Leo Pendant Gold Diamond Emerald
Fred Paris Necklace Leo Pendant Gold Diamond Emerald
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H 0.75 in W 1 in L 18 in
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Griffin Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant 18K Chain
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
a laminated lifetime coin certificate of authenticity, and all comes with an 18 inch 18K gold triple
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Ancient Greek 4th Century BC Cyzikos Lion Coin Diamond 22K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Turkey south of Istanbul) from 387-340 BC depicts the head of a lion above a tuna fish. Cyzicus was
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Antique 18th Century Emerald 18K Gold Iberian Cross Pendant, Certified
Located in Rotterdam, NL
and granulated 18 karat yellow gold. The upper element, with its stylized rendering of a floral decor
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek 6th Century BC Griffin Coin 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
of the coin. The griffin is a legendary animal with the body of lion and the head and wings of an
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Spanish 1721 2 Reales Silver Coin Diamond 18k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
handmade double twist wire 18K gold setting with a 1.8mm VS1 diamond accent set below. The 18K handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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18k Gold Lion Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k gold lion necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 83 antique edition and 45 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 18k gold lion necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 4.5 Carat and 5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 18k gold lion necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Thomas Kurilla, Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels are consistently popular. While most can agree that any 18k gold lion necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 41 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k gold lion necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18k Gold Lion Necklace?

The price for a 18k gold lion necklace starts at $160 and tops out at $185,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,975.

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. 

Questions About 18k Gold Lion Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023
    Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.