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Antique 1920s Garnet and Amethyst Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.48 carat amethyst and garnet, 9 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1870s-1880s This vibrant antique 14K gold pendant features sparkling lavender purple
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Antique Late 19th Century Austrian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Pearl Pendant 15ct Gold, circa 1905
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Victorian pendant made by London jewellers “Gresham Barber & Co” in the early 20th
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20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold

Antique 6.56 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 6.56 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15k yellow gold pendant with 18k yellow
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold russian large purple colour amethyst with a diameter of 19.85mm×19.85mm in open
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Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

Large Antique Amethyst Pearl Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890 This unusual late Victorian era large 18K gold cross pendant is embellished with five
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 45.27 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and platinum set heart pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s 4.83 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 4.83 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold pendant and 9 karat
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Necklace with Amethyst Pendant Enhancer
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Uniquely intricate necklace of antique chain in fourteen carat 14K yellow gold carry this regal
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst, Pearl, and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Antique Amethyst, Pearl, and Diamond Cross Pendant. This cross pendant has round amethysts, pearls
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive amethyst pendant has been crafted in 9k yellow gold with a
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 6.92 Carat Amethyst and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1820
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 6.92 carat amethyst and 19 karat yellow gold cross pendant
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Antique 1820s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Edwardian Amethyst Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian pendant features a
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 1.63 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.63 carat amethyst and 0.30 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Cushion Cut Amethyst Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A big and beautiful antique cushion cut amethyst pendant with a oval diamond on top is something
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15t Yellow Gold Victorian Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Amethyst & Moonstone Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1850 This large, oval, faceted Amethyst
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Moonstone, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Pearl Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
protection on the "c"-catch The pendant is completed with a late 9 Carat Gold chain. English origin. Looks
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Antique 5.31 Carat Amethyst and Diamond Gold Silver Set Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 5.31 carat amethyst and 0.03 carat diamond, silver set and 9 karat white gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold, Silver

11.43 Carat Amethyst and 1.45 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive vintage amethyst pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The pendant displays a stunning
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant necklace. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Peridot Amethyst and Pearl Suffragette Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 This exquisite Edwardian
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Pearl Pendant, 9k Gold, Quatrefoil Floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Charm Pendant with Diamond and Amethyst
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow and White Gold Charm Pendant with Diamond and Amethyst. 8 piece round diamond and
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1900s Antique 10.88 Carat Amethyst and 1.88 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold and silver set pendant; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 9ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1900 This exquisite Edwardian pendant
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst and Old Cut Diamond Foliate Motif Pendant in Silver and Gold
Located in New York, NY
An antique 19th century amethyst pendant in an old-mine-diamond surround suspended from a diamond
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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

15ct 585 Gold Antique Pearl & Amethyst Pendant
Located in London, GB
15ct 585 Gold Antique Pearl & Amethyst Pendant Beautiful Symmetrical Edwardian Design and finished
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

15ct 585 Gold Antique Pearl & Amethyst Pendant
15ct 585 Gold Antique Pearl & Amethyst Pendant
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Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst and diamond yellow gold pendant circa 2000. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P5041 Scroll down for
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Amethyst Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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Antique 6 Carat Amethyst, Pearl and 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 6 carat amethyst, pearl and 18 karat yellow and white gold
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Amethyst Enamel Lavaliere Pendant Necklace Antique 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE ART DECO - VICTORIAN - EDWARDIAN OVAL FACETED AMETHYST AND BLACK ENAMEL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Amethyst, Pearl & Peridot Suffragette Pendant/Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant/Brooch 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1910 This 9ct yellow gold suffragette
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Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 4.12 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 4.12 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 2.40 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 2.40 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 9 karat yellow gold pendant and
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Suffragette Pendant Amethyst Emeralds & Natural Seed Pearls
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 15ct Gold Edwardian Circa 1900 An Absolutely Stunning Suffragette
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Georgian Chalcedony, Amethyst, Pearl Silver and Gold Cross Pattée Pendant, 1790
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cross pattée, with a faceted, cushion shaped amethyst, set in the centre, with a cluster
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Antique 1810s Unknown Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Chalcedony, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Gold, Silver

Amethyst Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst and diamond white gold pendant necklace circa 1990. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ621C. Scroll
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Amethyst Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
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Antique Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace Art Nouveau
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant/brooch necklace
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian 2.5 Carat Amethyst Pearl Lavaliere Pendant Necklace Antique 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING VICTORIAN EDWARDIAN 2.5 CARAT OVAL FACETED AMETHYST AND PEARL LAVALIERE PENDANT
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Floral Pendant Necklace with Amethyst and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
a huge vivid amethyst in an antique cushion cut (26x21mm). The size of the pendant is about 3 cm. It
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Quartz, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, ...

Antique Mother-of-Pearl Gaming Counter Pendant with Amethyst and Citrine
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning pendant features a beautifully fretted antique mother-of-pearl gambling counter set
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21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Amethyst, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Belle Époque Diamond Amethyst Pendant Platinum 14 karat Yellow Gold
Located in Munich, Bavaria
century. The pendant is set with a fine size round amethyst with a diameter of 1.9 cm mounted in a mille
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Antique 1890s European Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Amethyst, Enamel, Seed Pearl & 14K Gold Pendant / Brooch - Circa 1910
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine antique amethyst, seed pearl and 14K yellow gold pendant or brooch with blue and white 'forget
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Gardinière Pendant 15 Kt Gold Amethyst Citrine Pearl Diamond
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine example of georgian jewellery is a 15 karat gold pendant designed as a bouquet of flowers
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Antique 1820s English George III Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Seed Pearl 9K Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant necklace made c.1905
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

Victorian Amethyst and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous amethyst and pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant showcases an
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 14k Gold Art Nouveau Brassler Co. Amethyst Pearl Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This antique lavalier dangle pendant by Brassler Co. was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

3.8 Carat Amethyst Pearl Lavalier Pendant Brooch Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
PENDANT WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL FACETED AMETHYST GEM SURROUNDED BY A GORGEOUS OPEN WORK LEAF
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl Edwardian Brooch/Pendant -14k Oval 2.50ct Antique Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Edwardian Date: 1900s - 1910s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1910s 1.31 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
exceptional antique amethyst pendant is suspended from a integrated 15k yellow gold trace chain via two
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

1910s, Russian 40.68 Carat Amethyst and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
gold pendant; part of our diverse gemstone jewelry collections. This stunning Russian antique pendant
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Vintage 1910s Russian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.45 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.45 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Openwork Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Oval shape pendant in yellow gold openworked
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Art Deco 9 Carat Siberian Amethyst Circle Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful antique 9 Carat Siberian Amethyst Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant in 14
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Pear Cut Amethyst 1.5 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace Antique White Gold
Located in New York, NY
GOLD SETTING. The breathtaking jewel features a monumental faceted pear shaped Siberian Amethyst of the
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20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Victorian Amethyst Etruscan Revival Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST VICTORIAN ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 10-14 KARAT GOLD PENDANT NECKLACE
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

White Gold Art Nouveau Artisan Pendant Necklace with Cushion Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
huge vivid amethyst in an antique cushion cut (26x21mm). The size of the pendant is about 3 cm. It was
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Quartz, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, ...

Antique Edwardian Amethyst 9ct Rose Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian 9ct rose gold bar necklace featuring seed pearls and Amethyst. Pearls in the
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 9k Gold

Custom Italian Purple Crystal Gold and Gray Smoked Murano Glass Pendant Light
By Cosulich Interiors & Antiques
Located in New York, NY
Elegant bespoke contemporary Venetian pendant/chandelier, entirely handcrafted, of organic modern
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2010s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Antique 396.09 Carat Amethyst and 14K Yellow Gold Riviere / Collarette Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 396.09 carat amethyst and 14 karat yellow gold
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Amethyst And Gold Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique amethyst and gold pendants for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 9k gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 773 vintage examples as well as 34 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of antique amethyst and gold pendants to choose from, but Victorian and Edwardian antique amethyst and gold pendants are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Tutti Frutti Jewellery, Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Alex Jona produced popular versions that are worth a look. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 527 amethyst versions can add an especially stylish touch. There are many oval cut, round cut and mixed cut antique amethyst and gold pendants for sale. When shopping our range of antique amethyst and gold pendants, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Antique Amethyst And Gold Pendants?

Prices for antique amethyst and gold pendants start at $139 and top out at $200,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,925.

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.