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Art Nouveau Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an antique Art Nouveau garnet and pearl pendant necklace. It has been set with a central
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

English Cabochon Garnet Pendant Earrings and Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
chain is set with over 10.00 carats of cabochon almandine garnets. The elongated pendant earrings are
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique Gold and Garnet Vintage Statement Cross Pendant and Necklace Simply Beautiful! The Cross
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bohemian Garnet Pendant Necklace Earrings Antique Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Victorian Bohemian Garnet Parure with a stunning Pendant and pair of Earrings
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Sterling Silver, Gold-filled, Silver

Victorian Garnet Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful garnet set locket necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from
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19th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Yellow Gold

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace and Brooch Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant or Brooch. The early
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19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal

Demantoid Garnet and Diamond Lorgnette Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the late 19th century, this bloomed gold lorgnette necklace is set with demantoid
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1890s English Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace and Brooch Star Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Belle Epoque - Victorian Bohemian Garnet Locket Pendant or Brooch in a stunning
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19th Century Czech Belle Époque Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Silver, Gilt Metal

Antique 1890's 14K Gold Filigree Garnet Pendant Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautiful antique pendant necklace of the late 19th century and handmade in the Netherlands. The
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This necklace is just lovely! Made of sterling silver and gorgeous deep red garnets with an
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
Victorian Garnet and Pearl Sterling Silver Necklace
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H 1.63 in W 1.38 in L 18 in
40.00 Carat Garnet Pearl Rose Gold Victorian Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
English Victorian garnet and seed pearl pendant necklace. 31 oval red/brown garnets, separated by
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Early 20th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Deco Bohemian Garnet Pendant Lavaliere Necklace Brooch Antique
Located in New York, NY
beauty of these garnets is difficult to photograph. The pendant has a retractable bale which folds down
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Early 20th Century Czech Art Deco Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold-filled

Victorian Garnet Necklace Flower Bohemian Garnets Antique 1880 Garnet Clasp
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS 19 INCH ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BELLE EPOQUE BOHEMIAN GARNET NECKLACE WITH
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19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver

Antique Victorian 18K Gold Garnet Cabochon Pendant Necklace - c.1840
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this majestic antique Victorian garnet cabochon pendant necklace set in
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19th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Arts & Crafts Fish Wale Pendant Necklace Garnets Silver Guilt
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The pendant is set with three rows of graduated facetted garnets in various sizes. within
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1890s European Arts and Crafts Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Silver

18ct RoseGold Victorian Bohemian Garnet Diamond Lucky Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
necklace is a true masterpiece crafted in 18ct rose gold. The horseshoe pendant is adorned with fabulous
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Garnet Heart Necklace 'Puffy' Pendant - c.1900
Located in London, GB
events, this pendant may just be the perfect gift for someone special. Garnet is known to be the
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Early 20th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Enamel

Gorgeous Green Garnet Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Edwardian necklace. A circular drop, with a star motif in the center. Set with
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1910s American Edwardian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Mourning Pendant Necklace, Garnet, Diamond Fly, 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and rare antique, Victorian era mourning pendant and necklace. Made up from luscious
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Victorian Garnet Pearl Necklace Flower Bohemian Garnets Antique Belle Epoque
Located in New York, NY
NECKLACE WITH FLOWER FLORETS IN THE CHAIN OF SUPERB DEEP RED WINE GARNETS OF THE HIGHEST QUALITY DATING TO
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Early 20th Century Czech Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver

Etruscan Revival Garnet Enamel Gold Pendant Necklace Circa 1860 Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
Etruscan Archeological Revival pendant features a magnificent blood red Bohemian Garnet cabochon of
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 3.06 Carat Garnet and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
snake's head. This stunning Victorian gold snake necklace with garnets has been independently tested
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1890s Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Antique 1800's 3.50 Carat Garnet Natural Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Antique, early 1800's garnet and pearl domed pendant necklace. Oval garnet center stone with a 3
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Early 19th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Arts And Crafts Silver Enamel Necklace Polychrome Enamel Garnets
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate Arts and Crafts necklace was made in the last two decades of the 19th century
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Silver, Enamel

Horse Equestrian Hat Crop Garnet 14K Pearl Charm Pendant Necklace Hunting Riding
Located in New York, NY
STUNNING ROUND NATURAL GARNET CABOCHON AND PEARLS, WITH A RIDING CROP! THE PENDANT IN 14K GOLD DATING TO
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Georgian Garnet Locket Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Rose Gold Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This Georgian pendant has been handcrafted out of 14 karat yellow and rose gold. It is designed as
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1810s European George III Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Russiam Garnet Gold Necklace
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold neackles with large natural olive green garnet and and red natural garnet hall
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1910s Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

Antique 14K Gold Garnet Multi-Strand Beaded Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique late 19th century garnet necklace set with a 14 karat gold worked clasp. The necklace
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Late 19th Century Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 14k Gold

Artifact Mogul Estate Rock Crystal Ram Head Amulet and Garnet Beads Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
necklace is 32 inches (81 cm). The size of the vintage rice garnet beads is approx 6.5 - 7.5 mm, the size
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18th Century Asian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Crystal, Garnet, Rock Crystal, Silver

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Garnet Cabochon Necklace, C.1840
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this magnificent 18k gold garnet necklace made in the early Victorian
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Early 19th Century Early Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Georgian Gold and Garnet Snowflake Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Glistening like a glass of fine burgundy held up to the light, this lovely Georgian pendant was
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Early 19th Century English George III Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold

Georgian Gold and Garnet Snowflake Pendant
Georgian Gold and Garnet Snowflake Pendant
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H 1.75 in W 1.5 in
Antique Garnet and Gold Cannetille Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A n antique 9th century gold cannetille work pendant set with a drop shaped faceted garnet stone
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Garnet and Gold Cannetille Pendant
Antique Garnet and Gold Cannetille Pendant
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W 0.6 in L 1.19 in
Victorian 18 Kt gold Garnet Padlock 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This pretty necklace is Victorian era, 1870/80 ca Glorious workmanship of the period all made of
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1870s British Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Kt gold Garnet Padlock 18 KT Necklace
Victorian 18 Kt gold Garnet Padlock 18 KT Necklace
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H 1.07 in W 0.71 in L 15.75 in
Garnet Pearl Necklace Austro-Hungarian Renaissance Revival Antique Flower Motif
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Austro-Hungarian Garnet and Pearl Pendant Necklace with a Garnet set
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19th Century Austrian Renaissance Revival Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Garnet, Silver

Bohemian Garnet Necklace solid 18K Gold Silver /43cm / 9.1gr
Located in SE
Austrian or Czechoslovakian Bohemian ca. 1920 - 1930s Garnet Necklace with pendants in Gilt
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1920s European Art Nouveau Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Garnet and 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century gold pendant set with a bead and drop-shaped faceted garnet stones. The 14
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Garnet and 14K Gold Pendant
Antique Victorian Garnet and 14K Gold Pendant
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W 0.36 in L 1.66 in
Bohemian Garnet Necklace Bracelet Earrings Star Moon Victorian Museum Quality
Located in New York, NY
One of the finest Victorian Bohemian Garnet Parure with Necklace, Bracelet and Earrings that we
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 10k Gold, Gold-filled, Silver

Art Deco Garnet and 9 Carat Gold Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pendant holds 2 garnet stones and surrounding it is the most ornate gold work. central
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1910s British Art Deco Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold

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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1920s Unknown Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Amethyst, Garnet, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Garnet Witches Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pendant dating back to the mid-Georgian era. This classically styled
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18th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 9k Gold

4.52 Carat Garnet and Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant Antique
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning garnet necklace is fitted to the fine and impressive, original leatherette presentation box with a
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold

4.52 Carat Garnet and Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant Antique
4.52 Carat Garnet and Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant Antique
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H 1.81 in W 1.5 in D 0.09 in L 16 in
Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Serpent & Heart Necklace with fancy cut Garnet & Diamond Eyes, c. 1870
Located in Aspen, CO
have fancy cut red garnets and the serpent's eyes and nose are rose cut diamonds. This necklace is
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Garnet Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Munich, Bavaria
The charming pendant in the shape of a ball is set with facetted garnets and river pearls.
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1870s Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Garnet Pearl Gold Pendant
Antique Garnet Pearl Gold Pendant
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W 0.95 in D 0.96 in L 1.42 in
1920s Art Nouveau Garnet and Yellow Gold Coin Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Nouveau 0.06 carat garnet and 18k yellow gold coin pendant; part of
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1920s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Table Cut Garnet and Ruby18 KT Cross Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
cut natural Garnets complemented by six natural (the smallest stones) Rubies Cross measures: 53 x 36
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1740s European Georgian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k Demantoid Garnet Anchor Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
vibrant demantoid garnets, which line the surface in a pavé setting. The demantoid garnets are naturally
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Flower Pendant
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A lovely antique Victorian (c. 1890) rose-cut Bohemian garnet flower pendant. The pendant is
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Flower Pendant
Antique Victorian Bohemian Garnet Flower Pendant
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H 1.34 in W 0.63 in
Briolette Black Jet and Garnet 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A briolette pendant made of faceted black jet and set with five garnet stones. The black jet is set
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Other, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Garnet, Opal and 9 Carat Gold Pendant or Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pendant holds garnets and colourful opals. This pendant could be worn as a brooch also
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Opal, Garnet, Gold

A Victorian Gold and Garnet Pendant with a Diamond Star
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A 15 carat gold Victorian oval pendant set with a large deep red carbuncle garnet incrusted with a
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1890s English Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Snake Necklace Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Garnet 1840
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare antique Victorian Snake Necklace with a Heart Locket Pendant hanging from its mouth
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 900 Silver Bohemian Garnet Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique Victorian 900 Silver Bohemian Garnet Pendant- This lovely pendant features Bohemian rose
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19th Century Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Silver

Victorian era enamel miniature portrait pendant with emeralds and garnets
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful Victorian era miniature portrait pendant, featuring a round enamel panel
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Emerald, Garnet, Enamel

Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique drop-shaped garnet pendant created in a 14 karat yellow gold frame. The garnet
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pendant
Antique Garnet 14K Gold Cannetille Pendant
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W 0.6 in L 1.19 in
Giuliano Enamel, Peridot, Moonstone, Garnet and Gold Pendant, circa 1885
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in London, GB
A Carlo Giuliano enamel, peridot, moonstone, garnet and gold pendant with a cabochon-cut peridot
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1880s English Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Moonstone, Peridot, Gold, Enamel

Antique 1.74ct Garnet and Diamond, Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
mine cut diamonds. The antique garnet pendant is suspended from an 18" 18k white gold curb chain via
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver

Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a breathtaking Victorian era garnet and diamond pendant. This remarkable piece showcases a
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
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H 2.52 in W 0.83 in
Antique 6.20 Carat Garnet Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
grading report card. Condition This impressive antique garnet pendant in yellow gold is exceptional
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1880s Unknown Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 6.20 Carat Garnet Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Antique 6.20 Carat Garnet Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
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Antique 6.92ct Garnet, 3.50ct Moonstone and 1.23ct Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
border with an impressive pear cabochon pear cut garnet. The garnet and moonstone pendant suspend from
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19th Century Victorian Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique garnet necklace necklaces and pendants. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Pieces in our collection of antique garnet necklace necklaces and pendants made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Nouveau — are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Louis Comfort Tiffany, Vicki Orr and Artificers Guild are consistently popular. A selection of cabochon, round cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of antique garnet necklace necklaces and pendants, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Antique Garnet Necklace Necklaces And Pendants?

Prices for antique garnet necklace necklaces and pendants start at $301 and top out at $175,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,295.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.