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18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Lariat Diamond Cross Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Cross Necklace is made of 18k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Rose Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Materials

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

Pave Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
Crafted in 18kt white gold, this estate necklace features a large cross embellished with pave round
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cross Pope's Cross Pendant Necklace 18Kt White Gold with Pave Diamonds GMCKS
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Cross Pendant - Necklace in 18Kt White Gold , with Brilliant Cut Diamnds and the sign of Pope's
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

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

Materials

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

18k Gold Long Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Long Pave Diamond 0.49 Carats
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sparkling Natural Diamond Long Cross Pendant Necklace is made of 18K solid gold. Available in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

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

Materials

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

Bvlgari 18K White Gold Croce Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace 0.32cttw
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Croce small pendant in 18k white gold and pavé diamonds (0.32 ct). Pendant size: 22mm. Chain length
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

DAMIANI 1.30 Carats Diamond Pave Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Damiani
Located in New York, NY
The cross is is 18K White Gold There are 1.30 Carats in Diamonds F VVS The cross is by DAMIANI made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Coral Pendant Necklace with White Diamond Pave
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
diamond pave cross, this distinctive pendant underscores the beauty of individuality, and its power
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Gold Heart and Cross Diamond Necklace Cross Pendant Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Heart and Cross Diamond 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

Materials

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

Vintage Pave Diamond Skull and Cross Bones Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Custom Pendant featuring Pave Diamond Skull and Cross Bones (1.65tcw). Hand crafted in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Diamond Fish Cross Necklace Christian Necklace Religious Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Diamond Fish Cross Necklace in 18K White Gold / Rose Gold / Yellow Gold. Delicate Minimal Necklace
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant Necklace Two Tone White Gold Rose Gold Diamond Pave
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18Karat Gold Cross Pendant Necklace Two-Tone White Gold Rose Gold Diamond Pave Cross Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 0.99 Carat Ruby Diamond Pave Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 0.88ctw of round cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold Sideway Diamond Cross Necklace Natural Brilliant Diamond
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Sideway Diamond Cross Necklace in 18k Rose Gold / White Gold / Yellow Gold. 18k Solid Gold Cross
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Heart Cross Diamond Necklace Valentine Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tiny Heart Cross Necklace showcasing 28 Brilliant round diamonds pave set by master setter at
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18k Gold Diamond Cross Necklace Baptism Confirmation Pendant
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

Materials

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

Unisex Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in 18k Solid White Gold Christmas Gift
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Unisex Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamonds. This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Cross Anchor Necklace Sea Life Diamond Pendant Ocean Necklace
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cross Anchor Necklace with Micro Pave Natural Diamond made of 18k solid gold. Available in three
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Pope's Cross Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Pave Diamonds GMCKS
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Cross Pendant - Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold , with Brilliant Cut Diamnds and the sign of Pope's
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2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond & Ruby Pave Cross Pendant Necklace 18 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.46ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Bulgari Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
For your consideration, a fine Bulgari diamond and 18 Karat white gold cross pendant necklace, a
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Late 20th Century Swiss Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 18K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant 0.42cttw
Located in New York, NY
A unique style curved diamond cross pendant. Crafted in 18k white gold and pave set with tiny round
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

0.55 Carats Diamond Pave Cross Pendant in 18 Karat Polished White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous white gold diamond cross pendant. The cross is embellished with 0.55 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roberto Demeglio 16ct Colorless Black Diamond Cross Necklace/Bracelet White Gold
By Roberto Demeglio
Located in Lisbon, PT
White Gold, Italy. Colorless and black diamond cross pendant necklace convertible into bracelets in 18kt
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

White Diamond Cross Set in 18k White Gold Handmade in our Italian Workshop
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Please see video- this is a beautiful cross. More Details: 0,50ct White VS-G Brilliant Cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18k White Gold 3 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant on Black Silk Cord
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Diamond Cross Pendant in 18k White Gold Features Channel Set Baguette Diamonds on Interior
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1950s Diamond and White Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1950s 0.60Ct diamond and 18k white gold cross pendant and chain; part of our
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Heart Cross Diamond Necklace Valentine Jewelry
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
Valentine Jewelry Diamond Heart Necklace 14k Gold Heart Cross Diamond Necklace Everyday Dainty
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18 Karat White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This wonderful Italian cross is entirely in 18kt white gold. The front part of the pendant is set
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian 18 Karat White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Italian 18 Karat White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.63 in D 0.12 in L 0.83 in
Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
European cut diamond. The cross pendant suspends from an 18' 18ct white gold curb chain via a tapering
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 1.60ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
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Ella Gafter Diamond Cross Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
/VVS). The pendant hangs on a 24” long 18 carat white and gold necklace set with 1.66 carats of round
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...

Ruby and Diamond Studded Cross Pendant in 18kt Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant in 18K Gold studded with round cut ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Cross 'X' Pendant Set in 18 Karat Rose and White Gold
Located in London, GB
A lovely diamond cross pendant set in 18k rose and white gold. The cross itself is beautifully
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Simon G Two Tone Floral Motif Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
18 karat rose and white gold. The rose gold border of the cross is set with natural pave diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond Star Cross Pendant
By Rosedale Jewelry
Located in Weston, MA
A sparkling princess cut diamond is the focal point of this elegant star pendant. 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Star Cross Pendant
Diamond Star Cross Pendant
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18KT WG Fancy Yellow, Pink & White Diamond Cross Pendant with Diamond Chain
By LA REINA
Located in New York, NY
. The elegant cross hangs on a handmade 18 karat white gold chain accented with diamonds. The cross
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Wh...

Spectra Fine Jewelry Conch Pearl Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
elegance, this unique piece features 10 conch pearls and white diamonds pave on one side, while flipping it
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Classic Lapis Lazuli Cross Pendant in 18kt White Gold with 1.02 Cts in Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
classic patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. Fitted on top with a movable
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cellini Jewelers 18 karat White Gold, 1.34 Ct. Fancy Diamond Cross Pendant
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
unique cross hangs from an 18 karat white gold handmade 16" chain that has been intricately set with 1.19
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

White Diamond Flower Necklace Set in 18 Karat White Gold Made in Italy
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
This delicate pendant been set with 66 White VVS-F Diamond Pavé in our 150 year old workshop in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

TJD 0.20 Carat Round and Baguette Natural Diamond 18KT Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
experts in 18 karat yellow gold and embellished with 58 diamond set in Pave & Channel setting. The total
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ring fastening. This onyx and diamond cross pendant necklace has been independently tested using state
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Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
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Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
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W 2.01 in L 2.72 in
Certified Sleeping Beauty Blue Turquoise Necklace in 18Kt Gold 3.21 Cts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
beauty variety. Fitted with a security sphere boxed lock crafted in white gold of 18 karats and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique 6 Carat Amethyst, Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
European cut diamonds. The pendant suspends from an 18' 18k white gold curb chain via a plain ring loop
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Andrew Clunn Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold And Platinum With 2.46 Ctw In Diamonds
By Andrew Clunn
Located in Miami, FL
cross with hammered patterns in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish
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Vintage 1970s North American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 1...

Cartier Diamond Charm Necklace and Charm Bracelet Set in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cartier diamond charm necklace and charm bracelet set in 18k white gold, accompanied by a Cartier
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Early 2000s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Diamond Pave Cross Pendant
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
in 18ct White Gold and set with 8.32ct Diamond Pave.
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Early 2000s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

White Diamond Pave Cross Pendant
White Diamond Pave Cross Pendant
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CJ Charles 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in La Jolla, CA
Estate 18k white gold necklace with a pave set diamond cross pendant. The pendant is approximately
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Ileana Makri - 18k white gold and white diamond Classic Cross
By Ileana Makri
Located in Athens, GR
18-karat white gold and white diamond necklace is strung with a delicate Cross pendant encrusted with
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Early 2000s Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Theo Fennell Diamond Black Diamond Pave Gold Cross Pendant
By Theo Fennell
Located in London, GB
This chic Cross Pendant has been created from 18ct White Gold and Black Rhodium. The Central cross
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Late 20th Century British Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium

Jumbo White Baroque Pearl Necklace with Removable Diamond Cross Pendant
By Bijoux De Mer Fine Jewelry
Located in Miramar Beach, FL
hand-wired in 18k yellow gold. This necklace is accented with 18k yellow gold faceted beads and pave
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Karat White Gold
Located in East Grinstead, GB
Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Gorgeous diamond cross. Consisting of small brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

3.77 Carat Diamond Pave Cross Pendant with Vivid Argyle Pink Centre Diamond
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat white gold diamond cross pendant consisting of pave set round diamonds having a total
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow and White Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold
Located in East Grinstead, GB
Yellow and White Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Gorgeous diamond cross
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Diamond White Gold Large Theo Fennell Cross on Long Chain Pendant
Located in Neung-sur-beuvron, FR
white gold with full diamond pavé. Theo has said; "The cross is one of my favourite shapes and has a
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

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18k White Gold Diamond Pave Cross Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k white gold diamond pave cross necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 5 vintage editions and 25 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18k white gold diamond pave cross necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a 18k white gold diamond pave cross necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Bucherer and Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer are consistently popular. 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 alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18k white gold diamond pave cross 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 White Gold Diamond Pave Cross Necklace?

On average, a 18k white gold diamond pave cross necklace at 1stDibs sells for $2,157, while they’re typically $663 on the low end and $41,856 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.