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22.32 Carat Aquamarine 7.62 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive, large gold aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The quatrefoil
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Aquamarine Crystal Silver Pendant March birthstone raw crystal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver pendant with Aquamarine crystal on black cord, 100% silk, made in Japan Aquamarine
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Large Aquamarine Crystal Silver Pendant March birthstone gift raw aigue-marine
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver pendant with Aquamarine crystal on black cord, 100% silk, made in Japan Aquamarine
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with Grey Mother-of-Pearl and an Aquamarine
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
Collection; choose from our array of beautiful pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Freshwater White Baroque Pearl Aquamarine Pendant Necklace
Located in Lake Worth, FL
necklace with large about 1inch aquamarine pendant and small aquamarine beads between white luster pearls
Category

2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

18K White Gold, Kunzite, Aquamarine and Diamond Large Cross Necklace
Located in Derby, NY
cross pendant adorned with Kunzite and Aquamarine gemstones, each with a sparkling diamond halo. Make a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Kunzite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 42.68Ct Aquamarine and 0.16Ct Diamond 12k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
conventional spring-loaded bolt ring fastening. This large antique aquamarine pendant has been independently
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Vintage 1930s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum, White Gold

71 Carat Aquamarine, 0.38 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Pendant Circa 1970
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stone in this vintage large fancy cut aquamarine pendant. Condition This vintage pendant is exceptional
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Platinum 60 Carat Aquamarine Pendant Necklace with 1.15 Carat Diamonds, Size 17
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Antique, gorgeous large cushion-shaped aquamarine pendant. Featured in Heritage "Spring Fine
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Mexico Large Sterling Silver Teardrop Blue Glass Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexican sterling silver and aquamarine colored glass teardrop pendant. This handcrafted artisan
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20th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine 76 Carats with Pave Diamonds on Chain
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Stunning and unique, large 76 carat Aquamarine pendant with natural character
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18k Gold Aquamarine and Labradorite Botanical Charm Necklace
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
comprised of a large square aquamarine pendant set in 18k gold with a sweet diamond hydrangea flower topper
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Labradorite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

48.34Ct Aquamarine and 0.70Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fastening to the reverse. This large oval aquamarine pendant necklace has been independently tested using
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Alexey Gabilo Aquamarine Crystals Silver Necklace Raw Uncut Gem Natural Blue
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
islands sparkling seas. This gorgeous sterling silver pendant features uniquely shaped natural aquamarine
Category

2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Large Gold and Gem Set "Eye" Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Necklace Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali, this handmade piece measures 2 inches
Category

Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold

Victorian Gold And Aquamarine Large Snake Brooch/Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
A 19th century aquamarine and garnet snake brooch/pendant, fine and elaborate chased gold finish
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Antique 1890s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Large 71.50 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Pendant in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique 71.50 carat cushion cut aquamarine and 0.10 carat
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Vintage 1920s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Large Fine Aquamarine and Diamond Ring or Pendant 18 Karat and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic 30-carat aquamarine ring surrounded by diamonds and set in platinum and mounted on 18
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade, Ruby Brooch / Pendant Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade, Ruby and Aquamarine Large Brooch / Pendant Set In 18K Gold & Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Arts & Crafts 17.60 Carat Cushion Aquamarine Rare Huge Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
construction techniques are the hallmarks of Arts and Crafts jewelry. This amazing large Aquamarine pendant is
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Vintage 1920s Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Tivon 18ct White Gold large Diamond Aquamarine & Blue Sapphire Gala Pendant
By TIVON FINE JEWELLERY
Located in Borehamwood, GB
pendant has been crafted in 18ct white gold and set with 1.85ct of fine glittering diamonds, almosst 3ct
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2010s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Large Cabochon Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Necklace
By Holly Hamilton
Located in Portland, ME
Large Aquamarine Cabachon set in 22kt Gold with Diamonds and 22kt Gold handmade Chain. One-of-a
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 22k Gold

27ct Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant & Chain 18 Karat White Gold
Located in East Grinstead, GB
solitaire pendant. The large aquamarine is an emerald cut shape and measures 22mm x 14.2mm. Its mounted very
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large 3D Special Cut Brazilian Aquamarine Gemstone 18K handmade Bezel Necklace
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Non-gender Unique Natural Brazilian Aquamarine in 3D cut wrapped in a handmade 18K yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Exolette Large Faceted Rock Crystal Nugget and Amazonite Aquamarine Necklace
By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design
Located in Pahrump, NV
blue round aquamarines. At the bottom of the necklace is a large multifaceted crystal pendant made of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Large Floral Santagostino Gemstone and Diamond 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
Located in Pikesville, MD
fascinating hand made pendant floral motif necklace is from their "Evergreen collection" and features a vast
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Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Am...

Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
The classic pendant consist of 14 K yellow gold and shows a large emerald-cut aquamarine weighing
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Mid-20th Century More Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
H 1.26 in W 1.1 in L 12.99 in
Large Edwardian Aquamarine and Diamond Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in San Francisco, CA
Magnifique! Five sizable cushion-cut aquamarines (all together weighing 95 carats!) were assembled
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Suneera Large Aquamarine and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Suneera Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Aquamarine faceted center and pave diamond pendant with blue sapphires in 18K yellow gold on a 32
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2010s American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Large 35.0 Ct Natural Aquamarine 1.50 Ct Diamond Rare Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Heirloom An impressive Edwardian era , classy flowery design , large sized brooch pendant, 1900
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Large 40 Carat Aquamarine Pendant Vintage 14 Karat Gold Emerald Cut Medium Blue
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage large aquamarine pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14k yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Aquamarine Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed gemstone necklace, crafted in 18 karat white gold. Faceted pear cut aquamarine
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Large Briolette Aquamarine Diamond Chain Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A serene, pastel blue briolette-cut (double-sided) Aquamarine weighing approximately 40 carats on a
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

1980's Large Carved Aquamarine Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
125 carats estate Aquamarine Diamond Gold Carved Pendant Necklace This is a spectacular Large
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

Art Deco Large 167 Carat Aquamarine Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Estate 18k White Gold Diamond Large 167ct Aquamarine Pendant Necklace. With 1 pear shape large
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Large Figa Aquamarine Diamond And 18kt Gold Good Luck Charm Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
A beautiful figa hand charm made of aquamarine and diamond set with a gold bail. The hand is nicely
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold

Contemporary Large Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 72.06 Ctw In Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant crafted in solid yellow
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

47 Carat Oval Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Enhancer
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Large oval aquamarine and diamond pendant fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant features
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

29 Carat Cushion Cut Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Large Blue Faceted Aquamarine Diamond Pendant Fashioned in 18 Karat White Gold. The bright blue
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fine Blue Aquamarine 17.68 Carat Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural Blue Aquamarine Pendant Necklace. Large 17.68 carat aquamarine with a stunning bright
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

16.94 Carat Fine Blue Aquamarine Fancy Oval Cut Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Large Fine Natural Blue Aquamarine Pendant Necklace. 16.94 Carat Aquamarine with a stunning bright
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 9k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CONTEMPORARY Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 72.06 Ctw In Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with an Aquamarine. This is a beautiful contemporary oversized pendant, crafted in
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Large Antique Gemstone Cross
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
, aquamarine and a pearl anchors the center. This impressive piece measures 3.5 by 2.75 inches. It will make a
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Silver, Yellow Gold

1920s Art Deco 23.64 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
large aquamarine pendant has been crafted in platinum. The Art Deco design displays a feature 23.64 ct
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Large Aquamarine and DIamond Stacked Platinum Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Set in 18k white gold, this substantial, yet feminine pendant consists of nine aquamarines weighing
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20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum

Superb Art Deco Large Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 40ct faceted aquamarine surrounded by approx 2.50cts of brilliant cut diamonds, set in
Materials

Aquamarine

Large Aquamarine Briolette and Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and large pendant set with a 110 ct. briolette-cut aquamarine set in 18kt gold.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Necklace Enhancers

Art Deco Large 167 Carat Aquamarine Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
Estate 18k White Gold Diamond Large 167ct Aquamarine Pendant Necklace. With 1 pear shape large
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Large Aquamarine Diamond and Enamel Pendant, ca. 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant, ca. 1860s A large aquamarine pendant from the Victorian
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Aquamarine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Large 8.85 Carat Blue Aquamarine Pear Teardrop Cut 14K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very large 8.85 carat blue Aquamarine set in a fine 14k yellow gold solitaire pendant. Very good
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Important 18KT Gold Large Malachite Diamond and Aquamarine Frog Pendant
Located in New York, NY
, Moonstone and Ruby Water Lily Pendant/Objet, consisting of a carved fluted malachite plaque in a lily pad
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Malachite, Moonstone, Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Contemporary Large Pendant in 18Kt Gold with 72.06 Ctw in Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant, crafted in solid yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

5.41ct Blue Aquamarine Large Oval Cut Beryl Gem 13x9.6mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural loose Aquamarine gem. Large 5.41 carat stone with a very nice bright blue colour. It has
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine

12 Carat Fine Blue Aquamarine Pear Teardrop Cut Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Large Fine Natural Blue Aquamarine Pendant Necklace. 12 Carat Aquamarine with a stunning bright
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

One of a kind Aquamarine Heart Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
the delivery date, do let us know A large Aquamarine heart stone. Pendant dimensions Height 2.6 cm
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2010s British Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Large Aquamarine Pendant, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous large Victorian Silver Gilt pendant is set with fabulous large hand cut Aquamarines
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Silver, Gilt Metal

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Large Aquamarine Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of large aquamarine pendants for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 23 vintage examples as well as 6 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of large aquamarine pendants made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Fine Jewels UK and Deakin & Francis produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for emerald cut large aquamarine pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and pear cut alternatives. When shopping our range of large aquamarine pendants, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Large Aquamarine Pendants?

Prices for large aquamarine pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $212 and can go as high as $74,000, while large aquamarine pendants, on average, fetch $9,900.

The Legacy of Aquamarine in Jewelry Design

Perhaps the one gemstone that best embodies the glimmering blue of the ocean is aquamarine, not just in name but also in color. Aqua marina (Latin for water and sea), March’s birthstone, is often crystal clear and blue. Often affordable in price, vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry belongs in everyone’s jewelry box.

Aquamarine is a precious gemstone from the mineral beryl family. Its cousin is the emerald. Like other beryl varieties, aquamarines are rated 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. This means that they are soft enough for jewelers to cut to their client’s specs but also durable enough for daily wear.

On land or sea, aquamarines feature prominently in many folk tales, including one about mermaids gifting aquamarine to sailors to protect them during sea voyages. Worn around sailors’ necks as an amulet, it kept them from getting seasick and, most importantly, from shipwrecks. Considered a symbol of courage by some, aquamarine amulets were also favored by Egyptian and Hebrew warriors during battle.

Aquamarine has also made appearances on some of the grandest of great dames. The Brazilian government gifted Eleanor Roosevelt with a 1,847-carat aquamarine in 1935 and Queen Elizabeth II received a sizable aquamarine upon her 1953 coronation; this stone is now the focal point of her aquamarine tiara. And renowned Tiffany & Co. designer Jean Schlumberger made a diamond Bow setting for a 148.5-carat aquamarine, which was originally exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exhibition, now in the collection of the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry that includes unique aquamarine rings, necklaces and other accessories.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

Questions About Large Aquamarine Pendants
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Generally, a large pendant isn't called by a special name. Most people will simply refer to one as a pendant. However, there are terms for some types of pendants. For example, a locket is a hinged pendant that can hold a photograph or a lock of hair, while a medallion is a round pendant that resembles a coin. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pendants.

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