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Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
estimate diamond weight of 0.50 carats cross is in open work style and detailed workmanship cross lenght
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1910s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

Scarce Baroque Early 18th Century Table Cut Diamond Gold Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A scarce early 18th century Baroque table cut diamond cross pendant, circa 1700-1720 and probably
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Early 1700s Dutch Baroque Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold

Antique Carved Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880 The 14K gold cross is finely carved with a medieval style scrolling floral design and
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond

Antique Diamond Cross Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique russian locket pendant centered with rose cut diamond cross in 14k gold setting with total
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1870s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

Antique Edwardian Diamond Cross Pendant 18 Yellow Gold
Located in Joelton, TN
A lovely cross pendant from the Edwardian Period ( CA 1910s). This wonderful piece is crafted in
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 18th century triple pendant crafted in rose gold with touches of silver. A
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Mid-18th Century French Georgian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold

Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
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W 2.05 in L 3.27 in
.25 Carat Diamond White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1925-1930 18k white gold cross with excellent detailing, 17 rose cut diamonds and one
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Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18th Century Silver Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
The Latin cross, set with rose-cut diamonds in raised closed-back settings. Mounted in silver and
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Mid-18th Century British Georgian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Filigree cross in 18k yellow gold with 0.12 carats brilliant cut diamonds. The smoothness and the
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15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
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W 0.866 in D 0.118 in L 1.496 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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1920s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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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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H 0.13 in W 1.22 in L 18 in
18KW Diamond Cross Pendant on Chain
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique 18KW diamond cross pendant on chain, circa 1920. This 18 karat white gold openwork diamond
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1920s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 3 Carat Diamond Cross Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique gold cross topped with silver large diamond cross pendant with 72 old cut diamond stones
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1890s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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 Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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

Antique Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This stunning antique Art Deco diamond cross pendant of immaculate workmanship is crafted in solid
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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White Diamond, Platinum

Antique Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
Antique Platinum Diamond Cross Pendant
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W 1.5 in L 2.37 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage cross necklace pendant of 18 karat rose gold with blue enamel and diamonds for a total of 3
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Diamond cross pendant / brooch, circa 1860.
Located in London, GB
Diamond cross pendant / brooch. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in an open back
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1860s Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian diamond cross pendant, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond cross pendant. Set with eleven cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back grain
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Late 19th Century Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Russian Diamond Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine diamond, enamel and 14K gold cross pendant of Russian origin, circa early 20th century. It
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Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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14k Gold

18 Kt Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Italian 18 karat yellow gold and platinum pendant, with a central brilliant diamond of 0.35
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Early 20th Century Italian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold and silver diamond cross pendant. The cross is composed of 11 claw
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Diamond Cross Pendant
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W 1.19 in D 0.08 in L 1.58 in
Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique French seed pearl and 0.20Ct diamond, 18k yellow gold cross
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1910s French Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Emerald Cross Pendant, 3.00 Carats
Located in New Orleans, LA
The twelve brilliant-cut round white diamonds in this incredible antique cross pendant weigh
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Early 20th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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

Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
Cross pendant created at the beginning of the XX century. A goldsmithing masterpiece, it owes its
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Early 20th Century Unknown Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Enamel Cross Pendant
Enamel Cross Pendant
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W 0.75 in L 1.46 in
ART NOUVEAU cross pendant set with diamonds 0.40ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18 kt bicolour gold pendant set with old mine cut diamonds tot. 0.40 ct - F/G - VS-SI detailed
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This lovely cross pendant
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Early 20th Century Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, White Gold

Art Nouveau Foliate Pearl & Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique Art Nouveau foliate pearl & diamond cross pendant, circa 1915. This antique cross pendant
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Large Gold Onyx and Rose Diamond French Cross Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Important Cross pendant in 18kt yellow gold adorned with an onyx plate surmounted by a rich
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1870s French Napoleon III Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
karat yellow gold and silver set cross pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry
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1850s Unknown Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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

XVII-XVIII Pendant Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, Diamonds & Onyx
Located in Bilbao, ES
XVII-XVIII Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, rose Diamonds & Onyx Black enamel Conical Chatons
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17th Century French Baroque Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Onyx, 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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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

20th Century Diamonds Silver 18 Karats White Gold Chain Cross Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
diamonds : 1.20 carat approximately. Height of the cross : 6,8 cm approximately, width : 4 cm approximately
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Early 20th Century Italian Belle Époque Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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

Edwardian Diamond and Synthetic Sapphire Cross Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Beautifully detailed and impeccably-preserved, this classic Edwardian cross measures 2 ½ by 1 3/8
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1910s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant Platinum 14k Gold Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era Maltese Cross pendant crafted in 900 platinum & 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Pendant Cross Rose Cut Diamond Black Lacquer Yellow Gold Earring
Located in Geneva, CH
angle. The diamond is delicately set in a lavish yellow gold setting, creating a striking contrast
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Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond, Glass Ruby Doublets and Green Glass Gold Cross Pendant Brooch
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Exquisite Victorian-era Cross Brooch Pendant. Securely Hand set
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14 Karat Gold Silver Cross Pendant Diamond Natural Pearl Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This small 14 karat gold cross is decorated with a silver mounted diamond and has a a natural
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1830s Unknown Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Pearl Diamond 14 Karat Gold Silver Antique Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a marquise shape surmount suspending a cross pendant of carved lapis lazuli Opaque
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1860s Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Amethyst and diamond cross pendant, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Amethyst and diamond cross pendant. Set to centre with one round old cut natural amethyst in an
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1920s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Amethyst, Rose Gold

Georgian Ruby Diamond 22 Kt Diamond Cross Pendant 1770 ca
Located in Napoli, IT
This rare Georgian period cross pendant is 1770 ca 22 Kt solid gold, superb design artful made
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1770s European Georgian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Victorian Antique Pearl And Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond cross pendant circa 1890. This Latin style cross is set with natural
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian 20.87 CTW Sapphire Diamond Enamel Silver 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring rectangular mixed-cut sapphires channel set in cross-formation Weighing approximately
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1870s Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Cabochon Sapphire Cross Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Antique English cabochon sapphire cross pendant, circa 1900. This antique cross pendant is crafted
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 0.95 CTW Old Mine Diamond Silver 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm cable link white gold chain suspending a stylized silver-topped cross pendant
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1880s Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Ruby and Old Cut Diamond Set Gold Cross Pendant, French, Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
A faceted rubies and old cut diamond set gold cross pendant. French, late 18th century. Dimensions
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Late 18th Century French Neoclassical Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Early Art Deco 9.81 CTW Emerald Diamond Platinum 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a cross pendant with fanning terminals and centering an old European cut diamond
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1920s Art Deco Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Rose Cut Diamond and Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique early 19th century silver triple drop panel filigree cross pendant. The three
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Early 19th Century Belgian Early Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Silver

Antique 19th Century 20kt. yellow gold rose-cut diamond and opal cross pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique 19th Century 20kt. yellow gold rose-cut diamond and opal cross pendant. X-Ray has been
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Late 19th Century European Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Antique Coral and Enamel Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.38 carat coral and 14 karat yellow gold cross pendant; part of our
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1880s Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Coral, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique diamond cross
Located in Malmö, SE
Edwardian diamond cross. Measures 6.5 x 4.2cm. Center stone is approx. 0.5ct rest approx. 3ct in
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Early 20th Century European Edwardian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique diamond cross
Antique diamond cross
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W 1.58 in L 2.56 in
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Located in Athens, GR
Noir cross in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with granulation and filigrees. The 12 diamonds
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16th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
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H 1.772 in W 0.984 in
18k Estate Diamond, Sapphire, and London Blue Topaz Gadi Cross Pendant
By GADI
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a touch of elegance with our 18k Gadi Diamond, Sapphire, and London Blue Topaz Cross
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19th Century Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a massive Victorian era cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features natural round
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Antique 39.32 Carat Nephrite and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with yellow gold ball motifs, set in a linear arrangement. This cross pendant suspends from an
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1860s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 39.32 Carat Nephrite and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 39.32 Carat Nephrite and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
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H 0.35 in W 2.07 in L 3.46 in
Georgian 18 Kt table Cut Diamond Flemish Large Cross Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
into the little florets, approx .70 Ct Diamond total content Cross is 64 x 38 mm. (h. x w.) with 8.9
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Early 19th Century European Georgian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

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 Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold

Edwardian 9.60 Ct Amethyst 1.60 Ct Diamond Large Cross Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Stunning Antique Cross This superb antique Diamond and Amethyst cross is 1905 ca. Very large and
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Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The "Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds" is a fine piece of jewelry that combines
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.83 in L 1.38 in
Antique Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, Circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive banded agate and 15 karat yellow gold cross pendant; part of our
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Agate, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, Circa 1880
Antique Banded Agate and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, Circa 1880
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H 0.72 in W 2.3 in Dm 0.72 in L 18 in
Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Victorian cross pendant has been crafted in 14ct yellow and rose gold. The substantial 14ct yellow gold
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Seed Pearl and Imitation Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique gold cross pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Condition This
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

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Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact antique diamond gold cross pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 62 antique edition and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an antique diamond gold cross pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating an antique diamond gold cross pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc. and Emma Chapman are consistently popular. While most can agree that any antique diamond gold cross pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 47 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. An antique cushion cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and round cut versions for sale. Finding an antique diamond gold cross pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 42 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Antique Diamond Gold Cross Pendant?

Prices for an antique diamond gold cross pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $484 and can go as high as $135,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,200.

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.