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Diamond Cluster Floral Pendant Necklace 0.62 Carats 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold pendant necklace featuring a floral motif of 53 round brilliants weighing 0.62
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Aquamarin Pendant Diamonds 18 K
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k white gold clip pendant 4,26 ct Aquamarin 0,06 ct diamonds 25 mm long pendant ca 15 x 13 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary European Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Aquamarin Pendant Diamonds 18 K
Aquamarin Pendant Diamonds 18 K
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W 0.52 in L 0.99 in
18 K Rose Gold Pendant Rose Quartz Diamonds with Necklace
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Beautiful and modern 18 K rose Gold pendant featuring a Rose Quartz Cabochon weighing 28.49 ct
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

2.42 Carat Diamond Illusion Pear Dangle Pendant Necklace in 18k White ref515
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, which not only enhance the pendant's brilliance but also add a mesmerizing depth and dimension to
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Diamond 18 K Pendant Clip
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k yellow gold hallmarked 750 6,84 ct opal 0,90 ct diamonds weight 9,6 gram size 40 x 20 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Opal Diamond 18 K Pendant Clip
Opal Diamond 18 K Pendant Clip
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W 0.79 in L 1.58 in
emerald diamond pendant 18 k gold
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
18 k white gold cut emerald like a sheet ca. 0,10 ct diamond size 3 cm x 1,5 cm 2,5 gram the
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20th Century German Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

emerald diamond pendant 18 k gold
emerald diamond pendant 18 k gold
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W 0.6 in L 1.19 in
Black Diamond Bead Necklace with 18 K Gold Horn Rubelite Pendant
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A necklace of briolette-cut black diamond beads weighing 28.4 ct featuring a handcarved Horn and 18
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold

Green Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
featuring 9.40 carats of diamonds F-G in color. 18k white gold 16.5 inch necklace -- but can be adjusted.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By ALPENGEM
Located in Territet, CH
connoisseurs of TITANIC movie aesthetics. This is the mind blowing 14 K white gold pendant with one prong set
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20th Century Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
43.66 Ct Tanzanite Diamond 18 K White Gold Pendant Necklace
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W 0.76 in D 0.48 in L 0.81 in
18 K Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant with 18 K Pink Gold Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very elegant and unusual pendant with chain in 18 K pink gold. The pendant features a pear shape
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Slider Pendant Necklace 13-14 MM 0.29 Carats 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold pendant featuring one grey Tahitian pearl measuring 13-14 mm with decorative
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl

Extravagant 18 K Gold Necklace with Pendant Smoky Quartz Hematite and Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
comes with a smoky quartz bead necklace with a 18 K pink Gold clasp. Length: 44 cm In 18 K red and white
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Hematite, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Victorian Star Necklace Pendant/Brooch Pearls Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This lovely Victorian necklace with star pendant, which can also be worn as a brooch, is set with a
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl

Pink Sapphire Diamond South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace 2.19 Carat 18K Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold pendant necklace featuring one Pink Freshwater pearl measuring 13-14 mm flanked with
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Italian Multi Chain Necklace 18 K White Yellow Gold with Heart Diamond Pendant
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
. The gorgeous 5 strand necklace in 18 K white and yellow gold features a heart shaped pendant set with
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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant Diamond Rock Crystal Onyx by Tännler
By Tannler of Switzerland
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very decorative 18 K yellow Gold Vintage Multi strand Necklace with featuring a pendant with Rock
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Rock Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AGL Certified 7 Ct Pariba Tourmaline & 4.5 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 K Gold
Located in New York, NY
AGL Certified 7 Ct Natural Pariba Tourmaline & 4.5 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 K Gold AGL report
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Diamond Script LOVE Pendant Necklace 0.16 Carat 18 Karat
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Rose Gold necklace featuring a diamond LOVE weighing 0.16 carats. 2.3 grams Great for layering!
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 1.05 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds necklace crafted in 18 karat gold, showcasing a GIA Certified Fancy
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Vivid Diamonds GIA Certified 1.01 Carat Fancy Yellow Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Vivid Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Vivid Diamonds necklace crafted in 18 karat gold, showcasing a GIA Certified Fancy Yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Pendant yellow gold 141 diamonds 3.88cts 108 baguettes diamonds 4.76cts without chain. Length
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2010s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K YG Diamond Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold ancient coin pendant flexiable choker necklace with 16 diamonds approx 0.96 carat
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18K YG Diamond Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace
18K YG Diamond Ancient Coin Pendant Necklace
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Dm 1 in L 15.25 in
18 Karat White Gold Mosaic Set Diamond Initial K Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamond: round brilliant & baguette cut = 0.42cttw
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Lovely 18 K Rose Gold pendant with chain. Pendant set with 253 brilliant cut and rose cut Diamonds
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
18 K Rose Gold Rose Cut Diamonds Pendant with Chain
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H 1.42 in W 1.19 in L 16.54 in
South Sea Pearl Floral Sapphire Diamond Pendant 0.80 Carats 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold pendant featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 13-14 mm with a floral sapphire
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond Cluster Pendant
By Diamond Scene
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful diamond cluster pendant that matches many of our earrings and wreathe necklaces on
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

18 K rose Gold Chain with Pendant Heart Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Diamonds weighing ca. 1 ct. Both pretty and personal, this romantic diamond heart pendant necklace is sure
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Starburst Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
By Karma El Khalil
Located in New York, NY
18k White Gold Diamond Starburst Pendant Necklace features a spike edge white diamond pave
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Starburst Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Diamond Starburst Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
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H 0.56 in W 0.91 in L 15.75 in
White Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful pendant necklace with 0.28 ct. of round diamonds that are bright, white, and good quality.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

1.34 Carat Pear Shape Natural Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold ref2083
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
diamonds, enhancing its charm. Total diamond weight 1.34carats Set in 18k white gold 18" chain features an
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roger Dubuis Diamond Gold 18K Pendant Necklace
By Roger Dubuis
Located in Geneva, CH
Roger Dubuis Diamond Gold 18K Pendant. Designed as a Heart shape inlaid in a round disc. Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Cross Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18K White Gold 1.33ct Diamond Pendant Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
impeccably crafted accessory comes complete with an opulent 18K White Gold pendant measuring 0.65 long by
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Diamond and Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Add a touch of elegance to your look with our 18k Diamond and Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Dress Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Rose Gold Total Weight: 6.1 Grams Chain Length: 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
Located in London, GB
Round diamond cross pendant necklace in 18k white gold. Round brilliant diamond total weight 1.06ct
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cluster Round 0.75 Carat Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Pendants in 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Weight: 0.75 Total Carat Head Width : 9 mm
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond Cluster Round 0.50 Carat Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Daisy Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
Hallmarked. Pendants in 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Weight: 0.50 Total Carat Head Width : 7.7 mm
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond Cluster Round 0.33 Carat Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Flower Necklace
By Hasbani Diamonds
Located in London, GB
British Hallmarked. Pendants in 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Weight: 0.33 Total Carat Head Width : 7 mm
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond and Peridot Pendant in 18 K White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Diamond and peridot pendant handcrafted in 18K white gold. The details are as follows
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, White Gold

18k Gold Diamond Halo Necklace Princess Cut Necklace Diamond Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Princess Cut Halo Round Pendant Necklace in 18k Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Total Weight of Diamonds: 1.50 carat (stamped on back of pendant) Size: The 18K white gold necklace
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Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
Vintage 1.5 ct Diamond 18K Pendant Necklace
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H 0.69 in Dm 0.25 in L 18 in
18 K Rose Gold Chain with Pendant Pink Sapphires Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very attractive bombé style pendant pavé set with 71 pink Sapphires weighing 3.06 ct and 17
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2010s Swiss Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

GILIN 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
By GILIN
Located in Central, HK
necklace setting with totaling 16 pieces of diamonds, weighing 1.51 carats. Made in 18K white gold. 6
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

18k Solid Gold Diamond Crab Pendant Necklace Cancer Zodiac Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Crab Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Delicate dainty crab
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18K Rose Gold Garnet Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Celine Roelens
Located in GENT, BE
One of a kind lucky beetle necklace in 18K rose gold 6g created by jewelry designer Celine Roelens
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

18K Rose Gold Garnet Diamond Pendant Necklace
18K Rose Gold Garnet Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 0.25 in W 0.31 in L 0.71 in
18k Gold Diamond Turtle Charm Necklace Diamond Tortoise Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Necklace is made of 18K solid gold available in three colors, White Gold / Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Diamond Pendant Necklace 1.38ct 18k yellow gold
Located in New York, NY
We are thrilled to introduce our exquisite diamond long pendant necklace, which is designed to be a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Diamond Circle Necklace Diamond Karma Necklace Circle Pendant
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic Design Diamond Pendant with Round Cut Real Natural Diamond is made of 18k solid gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18 Karat Yellow Gold Kite Pendant with Diamonds from K.Mita
By Keiko Mita
Located in New York, NY
K. Mita's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Kite Pendant is accented with 0.25 Carats Diamonds (total weight
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Diamond Love Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

18k Gold Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace Infinity Knot Pendant Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Love Knot Diamond Pendant Necklace is made of 18k solid gold. Available in three colors of gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

0.91Ct Green Tourmaline 18K Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Celine Roelens
Located in GENT, BE
One of a kind lucky beetle necklace in 18K rose gold 3,7g set with the finest diamonds in brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

0.91Ct Green Tourmaline 18K Diamond Pendant Necklace
0.91Ct Green Tourmaline 18K Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 0.21 in W 0.28 in L 0.45 in
Diamond and Rose Gold Flower Pendant Chain Necklace
By Diamond Stars Jewelry, Inc.
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Flower Pendant Necklace. The Chain & Pendant are 18K Rose Gold. There are 0.06 Carats in
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

2.13 Carat Marquise Cut Emerald and Diamond Circle Pendant in 18k White ref2267
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful circle pendant set in 18k White gold features a series of marquise cut emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Double Cluster Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace 0.47 Carats 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold pendant featuring four round brilliants weighing 0.15 carats and 4 Rubies
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Diamonds 18 K Yellow Gold Crescent Moon Pattern Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This lovely antique necklace features a fine
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20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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

1.41 Carat Total Weight Yellow Pear and Diamond Halo Pendant in 18k Gold ref2046
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
for this pendant is 1.41 carats, and it is beautifully crafted in 18k white and yellow gold. Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

1.62 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and Natural Diamond Cross Pendant in 18k ref2359
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
, an embodiment of beauty and belief. Set in 18k White Gold. Chain length 18", with an additional
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Diamond Tassel Gold Pendant Necklace 0.27
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Pearl Type: South Sea Pearls Quality: AAA, Exc. Pearls luster: AAA Nacre Very Thick
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

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18k Pendant Necklace Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18k pendant necklace diamond 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 White Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a 18k pendant necklace diamond from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been 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. Finding an appealing 18k pendant necklace diamond — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Chopard and Van Cleef & Arpels each produced a popular version that is worth a 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 oval cut alternatives. When shopping for a 18k pendant necklace diamond, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 18k Pendant Necklace Diamond?

On average, a 18k pendant necklace diamond at 1stDibs sells for $3,972, while they’re typically $119 on the low end and $35,499,968 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.