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French 19th Century Miniature Fine Pearl 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle's head hallmark. Probably the transformation of an antique
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Victorian Star Necklace Pendant/Brooch Pearls Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
. A really pretty piece that’s so versatile and can be worn in many ways. Made in 18 K yellow Gold
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl

18 K White Gold Chain with Pendant South Sea Pearl Diamonds Gubelin Lucerne
By Gubelin Lucerne
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Timeless and attractive 18 K white Gold chain featuring a round white South Sea Pearl (14.4mm) and
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 19th Century Diamonds and Fine Pearls Silver and 18 K Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 Karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark and silver. This sumptuous antique pendant
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold pendant completely hand done framing a natural Pearl with granulated art work. An
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Antique Late 17th Century Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
Dimos 18k Gold Natural Pearl Pendant
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H 0.984 in W 0.669 in Dm 0.669 in
14mm South Sea Cultured Pearl & Diamond 18 K Gold Two Tone Pendant + Chain 14 KG
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite South Sea Cultured Pearl & Diamond Two Tone Pendant in 18K Gold
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Kutchinsky 18k Gold Pendant Pearl Gemstones
By Joseph Kutchinsky
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A fun Kutchinsky pendant, made of 18k gold, features sapphires, rubies, and pearls. The circular
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Tahitian pearl in white gold 18 k
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
The pendant is ca 30 mm long and a clip 18 ct white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 16.5 mm tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. This pendant is a flower design with the pearl
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.99 in D 0.73 in L 1.46 in
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 13.9 mm button tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. This pendant is a flower design with the
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.95 in D 0.57 in L 1.19 in
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A round 13.6 mm tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. The pearl is set in the middle of a round
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.87 in D 0.59 in L 1.11 in
Diamond Akoya Pearl Pendant Charm 18K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Akoya Pearl Pendant Charm 18K Gold 9.5mm You will treasure this outstanding pearl pendant
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ships Wheel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a ships steering wheel centering a white
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ships Wheel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Ships Wheel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
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W 0.67 in D 0.3 in L 0.67 in
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 18k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 18k Gold 13.5 mm 16" Certified $2,450 817267 This is a
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Pearl & Diamond Star Flower Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
good dressed up or down. The pendant is about 4cm x 4cm. This pendant is 18k white gold set with one
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Mother-of-Pearl 18k Diamond Mother-of-Pearl 18k White gold Heart Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and unique open heart pendant featuring diamonds and glistening mother-of-pearl. The heart
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fish Head 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a fish head with a cultured pearl in its
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fish Head 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Fish Head 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
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W 0.44 in D 0.26 in L 0.79 in
Etruscan Revival 18K Gold, Amethyst & Pearl Fob Pendant
Located in Bloomington, MN
Etruscan Revival 18K Gold, Amethyst & Pearl Pendant This unique pendant is crafted in 18kt yellow
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Italian Pearl Lantern Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold Italian lantern charm pendant. This vintage lantern has some great
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Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant. The front of the locket
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Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

GIT Certified Untreated Tahitian Pearls Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
An exclusive Art Deco design pendant , so elegant and refined. Pendant come in 18k gold with 3
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

French Rose 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a rose within a frame set with a
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Rose 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
French Rose 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
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W 0.6 in D 0.12 in L 0.99 in
Edwardian 18k Gold Enamel Pearl Pocket Watch Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
natural seed pearls on both sides. The center of the pendant is decorated with a little flower. The
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Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Cultured Blister Pearl Convert Brooch/Pendant 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Mother of Pearl with Cultured Blister Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian gray 8 mm pearl 0.05 ct diamond 18 k gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
This pendant has a 8 mm round Tahitian gray pearl on top 1 diamond 0,05 ct all set in 18 k white
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

18K Pendant with Black Tahiti Pearl and Baguette Diamonds
Located in Berlin, BE
craftsmanship. The pendant is expertly crafted from 18K yellow gold, creating a warm and inviting glow that
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

18K Pendant with Black Tahiti Pearl and Baguette Diamonds
18K Pendant with Black Tahiti Pearl and Baguette Diamonds
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in L 0.99 in
French 18K Rose Yellow Gold Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A hollow 18 karat (18K) rose gold pendant designed as a cross with a yellow gold centrepiece set
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Rose Yellow Gold Pearl Cross Pendant
French 18K Rose Yellow Gold Pearl Cross Pendant
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W 1.23 in D 0.3 in L 1.93 in
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Pearl Brooch and Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Specifications: Antique Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 19.83 Gr Main Stone: Pearls
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Late 20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
all occasion, events. Stunning pendant come in 18k gold with a Untreated South Sea Pearl of 15mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Virgin Mary Mother of Pearl Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mother-of-pearl medal depicting the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Egyptian Mother of Pearl Specimen Beetle Mother of Pearl Pendant 18k Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Egyptian Iconic Statement Beetle Necklace Carved Mother of pearl Pendant Overall Measurement: 30
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace, 18K White Gold, Length 18 Inch, Simple Pearl
Located in McLeansville, NC
An 18 and 14 karat white gold Tahitian pearl pendant necklace. This simple pearl necklace features
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Holy Chalice 18K Rose Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) rose gold charm pendant designed as an oval medal engraved with the Holy
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French Holy Chalice 18K Rose Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
French Holy Chalice 18K Rose Gold Pearl Medal Pendant
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W 0.56 in D 0.04 in L 0.87 in
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.08 in L 0.83 in
Mikimoto White Gold 18k South Sea Cultured Pearl Pendant
By Mikimoto
Located in Geneva, CH
Mikimoto White Gold 18K White South Sea Cultured Pearl Pendant White South Sea Cultured Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Era 18k Gold Diamond Pearl Green Enamel Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a delicate diamond and pearl pendant, featuring a beautiful floral design. The pendant is
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Turquoise, Diamond, Sapphire and Pearl 18K Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One turquoise, diamond, sapphire and pearl 18K yellow gold pendant / brooch featuring a large
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

High Quality Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
High Quality Tahitian Black 10.5mm Pearl Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Featuring a Natural
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Virgin Mary
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20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.08 in L 0.87 in
Diamond Heart 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
collar as a strand of forty 7-1/8 to 8mm round AAA Akoya pearls with enhancing 18K gold spacers. This
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Innovative 18k, Mabe Pearl, Diamond and Black Enamel Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This interesting pendant, fashioned from 18k gold, cloisonne black enamel, diamonds and one 18mm
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

French Clover 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold brooch with pendant fitting designed as a clover or shamrock
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Clover 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch
French Clover 18K Yellow Gold Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch
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W 0.99 in D 0.2 in L 1.03 in
Edwardian Target Diamond Pearl Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a circle with wirework gold crossed
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20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Target Diamond Pearl Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Edwardian Target Diamond Pearl Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
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W 1.26 in D 0.12 in L 1.42 in
Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.2 grams. Totally is diamond about 1 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Total lenght is chain 45 cm. Please contact for any q...
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1990s European Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage 18K White Gold Mikimoto Akoya Pearl Horseshoe Pendant Necklace. This beautiful
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Vintage 1960s Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

20th Century Belle Epoque Fine Pearl 18 K Yellow, Rose and Green Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow, rose and green gold. This charming antique necklace is made of a fine
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Pearl and Diamond Garland Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A fabulous cultured pearl and diamond garland pendant necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold 10mm Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Filigree Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Diamond open scroll-work Pearl Pendant finely crafted in 18 karat white gold. At its center, a
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20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Octopus Pendant in 18K Gold Diamonds, Rubies, Pearl Shell
Located in Hong Kong, HK
With six arms to hold you, you'll fall in love with this octopus pendant, which is a part of our
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Paul Amey 18k Gold, Pearl, Turquoise and Diamond Pendant
By Paul Amey
Located in Tewantin, Queensland
to the meld of elements. The “Tranquillity” pendant is made of 18K yellow gold with Paul Amey’s
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2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold

King Cobra Serpent Snake 18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Black Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and Tahitian pearl pendant designed as a yellow gold King Cobra snake
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k white gold chain with pendant with pearl and diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
18k white gold chain with pendant with pearl and diamonds Stamp 750 10 MI pearl diameter 11 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea diamond Plan Hanger 18 K
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k yellow and white gold 1 south sea pearl 14 mm 0,21 ct diamond length 30 mm wide 20 mm weight
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Champagne Colour South Sea Pearl Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 14.7 mm button champagne colour south sea pearl pendant in 18k yellow gold. This pendant is a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Handmade Tahiti Pearl Sapphire Demantoid Pendant with a Gift Chain
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
# 4060004056 Gold 18 K, Weight Pendant- 5.98 g, 1 Pearl, Tahitian, cultured (TSP) 14*12mm - 3.06 g 19 Sapphire
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2010s Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, Black Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Champagne Colour South Sea Pearl Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A round 13.2 mm champagne colour south sea pearl in 18k yellow gold. It is a rain drop pendant with
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Black/Grey Tahitian Pearl Pendant with Diamonds
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This gorgeous 18k white gold setting truly complements the 13mm Tahitian pearl in a contemporary
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K White & Yellow Gold Diamond & 13mm Pearl Pendant on 18K Yellow Gold Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Featuring a oval-shaped Cultured South Sea Pearl of mirror-like luster & of desirable creme
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Vintage 1980s Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Salvini Diamonds & Pearl Ladies Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold 0.65cttw
Located in New York, NY
This stunning diamond and pearl pendant necklace is crafted in 18k white gold and encrusted with
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18k Pearl Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k pearl pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 945 antique edition and 1142 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 18k pearl pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced 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. Creating a 18k pearl pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA, Van Cleef & Arpels and Mikimoto are consistently popular. Take a look at a 18k pearl pendant featuring Pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. 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 brilliant cut and uncut alternatives. Finding a 18k pearl pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 541 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18k Pearl Pendant?

The price for a 18k pearl pendant starts at $125 and tops out at $228,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,226.

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 Pearl Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
  • 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.