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Art Deco Old European Cut Diamond Crystal Pendant Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Art Deco Pendant Necklace set with gorgeous Old European Cut Diamonds with an
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold

French Art Deco Crystal Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Reverse carved crystal pendant necklace,circa 1920. A mix of glass and faceted rock crystal beads
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

1920s Rock Crystal Diamonds Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
An exceptional piece of jewelry. Rock crystal plaque, octagonal shaped surrounded by brilliant-cut
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Early 20th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Silver

Antique 1920s Rock Crystal Diamonds Silver Pendant Necklace
1920s Rock Crystal Diamonds Silver Pendant Necklace
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Dm 1.65 in L 14.96 in
Antique Victorian Etruscan Style Necklace 15K Gold Rock Crystal Pendant c.1870
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this spectacular antique Victorian rock crystal cabochon pendant necklace
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19th Century Etruscan Revival Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Antique Architectural Rock Crystal Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
ROCK CRYSTAL PENDANT WITH COLUMN France or Italy, 16th century Fire-gilded silver, rock crystal
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16th Century Medieval Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal

Antique Architectural Rock Crystal Pendant
Antique Architectural Rock Crystal Pendant
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H 2.76 in W 2.96 in D 0.83 in L 1.38 in
Art Deco Pools of Light Crystal Orb Sterling Silver Box Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
crystal and reflect an upside down image. This is a fabulous crystal pools of light pendant and chain
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Rock Crystal Old Mine Diamond Pendant Necklace Filigree 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Karat White Gold. This is one of the most beautiful Art Deco Rock Crystal pendants we have seen. It
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Silver Tone Drop Pendant Necklace with Red Glass Crystals
Located in London, GB
Art Deco silver tone chain necklace featuring red glass crystal beads, and a lovely drop pendant
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1920s Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Garnet Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Crystal, Garnet and Natural Pearl Pendant. If that is not enough magic, add an original bale, six natural
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Garnet Pendant
Antique Victorian Rock Crystal Garnet Pendant
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H 3.25 in W 1.75 in
Art Deco Silver and Crystal Roses Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Spectacular Art Deco c.1920s Chromium plated Solid Silver and Crystal Roses necklace. Length 16
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Silver

14k Rock Crystal Quartz Deco Filigree Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Art Deco 14K white gold pendant featuring a beautiful frosted and reverse carved rock crystal
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1920s Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Crystal Tassle Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian Tassel Pendant 15ct gold Circa 1880 Lovely, Victorian Tassel Pendant. Set with a
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Silver Spanish Cross Pendant with Rock Crystals
Located in Chicago, IL
Cross Pendant with Rock Crystals Spain or Portugal, late 17th - early 18th century Silver, gold
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Late 17th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
An extravagant art deco pendant. Features a geometrical art deco design with brilliant emerald and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rhodium

Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
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H 2.25 in W 0.83 in
Art Deco Silver Tone Link Chain Necklace Square Glass Crystals Teardrop Pendant
Located in London, GB
Art Deco silver tone link chain necklace featuring beautiful square clear glass crystals in open
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1920s Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

Antique Rock Crystal and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, rock crystal and 21 karat yellow gold pendant/ brooch; part of our
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1890s Unknown Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold

Antique Rock Crystal and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Antique Rock Crystal and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
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H 0.48 in W 1.18 in L 18 in
Art Deco Silver Tone Drop Pendant Necklace with Rouge Pink Clear Glass Crystals
Located in London, GB
Art Deco silver tone chain necklace featuring a lovely drop pendant with square rouge pink and
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1920s Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

Victorian Seed Pearl and Crystal Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning antique Victorian seed pearl and crystal, 15 karat yellow gold necklace; part of our
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1880s British Late Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinon Drop Pendant Link Necklace with Sea Green and Clear Crystals
Located in London, GB
Art Deco Platinon bar and link chain necklace, featuring a very beautiful drop pendant with sea
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1920s English Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

14K Filigree Rock Crystal Diamond Necklace with Cast Link Chain
Located in Big Bend, WI
Art Deco 14K white gold necklace featuring a large beautiful frosted and reverse carved rock
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1920s Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Diamond and Rock Crystal Pendant with Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
brilliant-cut diamonds weighing ca. 1,88 ct. and 2 satin-finished rock crystal rings. Mounted in platinum
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Early 20th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 18K Rock Crystal, Turquoise and Diamond Star Locket Pendant
Located in Hummelstown, PA
From the mid-19th century comes this delightful rock crystal locket. Meticulously hand fabricated
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1880s Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond & Pearl Star Necklace Red Rock Crystal 15K Gold
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this striking antique Victorian red rock crystal cabochon pendant
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19th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 15k Gold

Antique Edwardian 18 Kt Serpent Wrapped Rock Crystal Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
An 18 Kt gold serpent set with a turquoise wraps around the top of this icy clear rock crystal
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Guiliano Rock Crystal Enamel Natural Pearl Locket Pendant c.1870
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in Stamford, CT
This rock crystal natural pearl and delicate enamel locket is a rare piece of jewelry history made
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1870s English Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Artifact Mogul Estate Rock Crystal Ram Head Amulet and Garnet Beads Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
Crystal Ram Head. This amulet was probably made for a necklace worn by one of the Kushite kings
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18th Century Asian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Garnet, Rock Crystal, Silver

Art Deco Flower Necklace Rock Crystal Pearl Marcasite Sterling Silver Rare Chain
Located in New York, NY
IS SET THROUGHOUT WITH ROCK CRYSTAL AND PEARLS. THE PENDANT NECKLACE DATES TO CIRCA 1900-1930. This
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Marcasite, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Rock Crystal Ruby Diamond Opal 18 Kt Gold Fly Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Unique Treasure A beautiful and rare Victorian period pendant 1880 ca Based on a large
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

An Antique Gold and Silver Heart Pendant with Rock Crystal and diamondsDiamond
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A heart-shaped rock crystal pendant with an 18-carat gold and silver laurel motif along the top of
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1880s French Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Art Deco Blue Baguette Cut Crystal Set of Necklace & Bracelet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
, featuring a Large Light Blue Crystal Necklace and an Antique Baguette Cut Crystal Bracelet. Each piece is
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19th Century American Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Other

Edwardian Blue Sodalite and Crystal Egg Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
.So much detail is in this delicious color blue sodalite and crystal egg necklace that swings from
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Star Sapphire, 10k Gold

Vintage 14K White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant #1811
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Cut Crystal and Diamond Pendant- This stunning custom-made pendant was
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Early 1900s Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Flower Necklace Rock Crystal Amethyst Marcasite Sterling Silver Rare
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL AND VERY RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ORIGINAL ART DECO PENDANT NECKLACE WITH AN
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Amethyst, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Carved Rock Crystal Diamond Platinum Filigree Pendant
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This 1920s antique necklace features beautifully hand carved rock crystal, ever unique and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Quartz, Platinum

Antique Arts & Crafts 18K Gold Flower Carved Turquoise Crystal Dangle Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely incredible antique necklace that was crafted in solid 18k yellow gold
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Early 1900s Arts and Crafts Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Garnet, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco Rock Crystal Diamond Enamel Pendant Flower Filigree 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A very special antique Edwardian, Art Deco pendant with a central panel of Rock Crystal with a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Beautiful, Rare Rock Crystal Diamonds Pink Topaz Pendant Made in 1910 French
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Beautiful and very rare pendant in rock crystal and platinum set with diamonds and a natural pink
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1910s French Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Topaz, Platinum

Cross Diamonds Aquamarine 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
The beauty of tradition and the richness of detail converge in this splendid cross pendant from the
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Early 1900s Italian Artisan Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Victorian Purple Amethyst Pearl Cross Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst and pearl Victorian 1890's cross shape pendant necklace. Natural amethyst and natural
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Late 19th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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

40.00 Carat Quartz Amethyst Ruby Diamond Gold Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco Oval quartz, ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 40.00ct ova quartz, all natural and
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Early 20th Century Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Quartz, Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Bohemian Crystal Pontifical Crucifix
Located in New York, NY
Faceted crystal crucifix from Bohemia circa 1900. The faceted crystals are set into darkened silver
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Early 1900s Czech Late Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver Plate, Gilt Metal, Pinchbeck

Bohemian Crystal Pontifical Crucifix
Bohemian Crystal Pontifical Crucifix
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W 1.07 in L 2.75 in
Vintage Sterling Deco pendant , gray pearls, one of a kind , handmade necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Sterling Silver ,Art Deco pendant with gray freshwater pearls,Vermeil marcasite beads,and
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Marcasite, Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Brass

LB handmade Brass Mother of Pearl Bakelite pendant necklace old Glass Turquoise
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB original handmade design necklace with multi vintage elements comprising the highly unusual
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Turquoise, Brass

Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
Located in Stamford, CT
which sits a three dimensional rock crystal fly, complete in detail with engraved wings and gold
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1870s British Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Quartz, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
Victorian Crystal and Smokey Quartz Fly
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H 2.5 in W 1.25 in
Victorian Pave Crystal Paste Puffy Heart
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Victorian gilt metal puffy heart pendant of vari sized, claw set crystal pave. The pendant
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1880s British Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Victorian Pave Crystal Paste Puffy Heart
Victorian Pave Crystal Paste Puffy Heart
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W 1.25 in L 1.75 in
ART DECO c.1920's Emerald & Clear Glass Sterling Silver Bib Pendant Necklace
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: ART DECO c.1920's Emerald & Clear Glass Sterling Silver Bib Pendant Necklace Circa
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1920s Unknown Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

16thCentury RockCrystal Hogback ScissorCut Silver HighRelief Scrollwork Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
hat or as an earring. If worn as a pendant on a necklace, the deep pavilion of the crystal would face
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16th Century European Renaissance Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver

Victorian French Rock Crystal Diamond Pearl Rare Locket plus Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
assay and Dutch import control mark (pendant) – assay (chain) Gems: 1 round rock crystal of 25 mm. in
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1860s French Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

19th Century Pendant 18k Gold Cross Bynzantine Style
Located in Bilbao, ES
XIX Century Pendant 18k Gold Cross Bynzantine style with rubies and rock crystals Length 102mm
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19th Century Spanish Byzantine Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique amuletic bronze framed pendant cages a dozen single-cut rock crystals that each
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16th Century French Renaissance Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Copper

Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
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W 1.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Ancient Babylonian Seal & Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
An ancient Babylonian crystal seal (circa 1500 BC) pendant for necklace. This ancient Babylonian
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15th Century and Earlier Asian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

Materials

Gold

Ancient Babylonian Seal & Gold Pendant (pendant only)
Ancient Babylonian Seal & Gold Pendant (pendant only)
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H 1.44 in W 0.82 in D 0.5 in
Antique Edwardian Rock Crystal and Silver Pool of Light Charm
Located in Stamford, CT
beautiful, wearable necklaces that warmed to the body temperature. When someone would look in the crystal
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Victorian Royal Princess Louise Wedding Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a truly wonderful and rare pendant dating back to the Victorian era. The locket given by
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19th Century Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Emerald, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 8 BallCutMoonstones FrenchBelleEpoque GiltFiligree Earrings & Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
delicate gilt choker necklace and wire-hook dangle earrings for pierced ears. The necklace features two
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1910s French Belle Époque Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Moonstone, Brass, Gold, Gilt Metal

Victorian Egyptian Revival 14K Gold Reverse Painted Essex Crystal of Sphinx
Located in Venice, CA
hand-painted. This is called an Essex crystal, which is a cut cabochon of crystal with a carved design
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1880s Unknown Egyptian Revival Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold and silver heart locket with diamond and rock crystal
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold and silver locket pendant (or brooch with brooch fitting) in a stylized heart or
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Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

MiriamHaskell 1926-1929 FrankHess Glass Crystal Shell Pearl Coral Silver Sautoir
By Frank Hess for Miriam Haskell
Located in Chicago, IL
was created in New York City by her first designer Frank Hess. This uniquely hand-woven necklace
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Coral, Silver

17th Century Baroque Ruby, Carved Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver Topped Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
17th century pendant reliquary of similar style and gemstones- rubies, rock crystal, gold, enamel and
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17th Century European Baroque Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, Silver

French Art Deco Crystal and Jet Sautoir
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate and dramatic French Art Deco crystal, jet ,and crystal paste sautoir pendant necklace
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1920s French Art Deco Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Gilt Metal

Imperial Silver Gilt Enamel Egg Pendant Mother of God
By Fabergé
Located in Chesterland, OH
Presenting a stunning pendant designed in the shape of a Russian Imperial 84 gilt silver and enamel
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace

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Crystal, Gold Plate, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

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Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique crystal pendant necklace 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 silver — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 20 vintage or 4 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an antique crystal pendant 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 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic antique crystal pendant necklace over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Clarissa Bronfman are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique crystal pendant necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 13 rock crystal versions can add an especially stylish touch. An antique cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and old european cut versions for sale. Finding an antique crystal pendant necklace for sale for women should be easy, but there are 10 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Crystal Pendant Necklace?

Prices for an antique crystal pendant necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $439 and can go as high as $43,121, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,043.

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.