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Spinel and Diamond Platinum Lavaliere Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Pendant Necklace. Centering a Hand set 12 Carat Natural Spinel, surrounded by Diamonds weighing approx
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Spinel, Platinum

Edwardian Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Edwardian Diamond Pendant Necklace. Hand set with
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Necklace Diamond Pendant in Silver 14k Gold Antique Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Delicate, feminine drop necklace created in the 1900s. Made of 14 karat (tested) yellow gold and
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Rhodochrosite and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Watford, GB
Rhodochrosite and Diamond Pendant Necklace Rhodochrosite - Sweet-Home Colorodo Mine USA, 19.85cts
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Early 20th Century American Artisan Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Rhodocrosite, 18k Gold

Ancient Scaraboid & Roman Jewelry Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Sumerian agate scaraboid (circa 2000 BC) set into a custom 21 Kt gold pendant with dangling
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15th Century and Earlier Classical Roman Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Agate, 22k Gold

Antique Ancient Scaraboid & Roman Jewelry Pendant
Ancient Scaraboid & Roman Jewelry Pendant
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H 1.63 in W 0.63 in D 0.38 in
Art Deco Diamond Reversible Gold Watch Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Art Deco Diamond and Gold Reversible Watch Necklace Pendant; suspended from a 14K
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Gold

Sterling Silver Heart Locket Pendant Necklace Vinaigrette Foster & Bailey "A"
By Foster and Bailey
Located in New York, NY
offered a wide range of jewelry pieces, including necklaces, bracelets, brooches, and earrings, with many
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19th Century American Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Sterling Silver, Silver

English Cabochon Garnet Pendant Earrings and Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique Victorian 15K gold demi-parure comprising pendant earrings and pendant brooch with
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 4.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Watch Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful and Finely detailed Platinum Diamond and Blue Sapphire accents Watch Pendant Necklace and
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1920s Art Deco Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Diamond

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a excellent platinum and 18ct gold necklace from the Edwardian era. An open geometric
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
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W 0.16 in L 1.93 in
22 Karat Gold Mask Necklace
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Gold Mask Pendant and 20" Chain Necklace by ROMAE Jewelry Inspired by an Ancient Greek
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Mask Necklace
22 Karat Gold Mask Necklace
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H 1.4 in W 1.3 in D 0.06 in
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Our unique Hemera
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
22 Karat Gold Sun Pendant
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W 0.08 in Dm 1.58 in
22 Karat Gold Moon Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Moon Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Our
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Moon Pendant
22 Karat Gold Moon Pendant
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H 1.58 in W 0.14 in
22 Karat Gold Amphora Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Amphora Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by Ancient Designs. Our
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Amphora Pendant
22 Karat Gold Amphora Pendant
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H 1.26 in
Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Highlighted by polychrome cloisonné enamel, this 19th century Latin cross pendant is intricately
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1870s Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
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W 2.375 in L 3.125 in
22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
22 Karat Yellow Gold Garnet Pendant by ROMAE Jewelry Based on an Ancient Design. Our distinctive
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
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H 0.71 in W 0.83 in D 1.26 in
Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique Moss Agate and Coral Pendant Necklace A moss agate pendant necklace adorned with blue
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Agate, Coral, 14k Gold

Victorian Coral and Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian Coral and Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace Enjoy this previously loved Victorian era coral
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian platinum diamond and amethyst pendant necklace
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
Edwardian platinum diamond and amethyst pendant necklace weight 13.8g size 4.5*2.5cm without
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1910s Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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 Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Amethyst Medallion, Tourmaline and Diamond Platinum Necklace Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Captivating Carved Amethyst Medallion Pendant Necklace depicting a Beautiful
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Amethyst, Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum

Victorian Ruby and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful ruby and pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been
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Mid-19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow 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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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Late 19th Century Gold and Pearls Necklace and Pendant
Located in Torino, IT
Necklace with a pendant Brooch are finely made in 15 karat Yellow Gold with exquisite extra details
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Pearl and Amethyst Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace Featuring Seed Pearls and 4 Round Amethysts. 18
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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel and Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is an Austrian, early Art Nouveau 14ct yellow gold natural pearl pendant. The highly decorated
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Aquamarine: 21.00 tcw - approximately Diamond: 2.8 ct twd Pendant Length from Bale to
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19th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Edwardian Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Pendant and Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1900s Item Details: Metal Type: Platinum Pendant, 14K White Gold Chain [Hallmarked, and
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Early 1900s Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Necklace and pendant with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with bicolour gold pendant set with single cut diamonds up to . 0.06ct - F
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Necklace and pendant with diamonds 14k yellow gold
No Reserve
H 2.37 in W 1.26 in L 17.72 in
Black Coral Gold Necklace And Japanese Shakudo Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
. The total necklace measures 36". The coral necklace measures 32", and the pendant measures 4" long
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Bronze, Shakudo, Silver, Mixed Metal

Antique Belle Époque Diamond and Emerald Pendant Necklace.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Platinum, white gold, Antique Edwardian diamond, and emerald pendant necklace. The edwardian era
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Early 20th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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

Platinum Pearls Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Kowloon City District, HK
Platinum pearls ruby, sapphire and diamond pendant necklace no marks on the necklace, pearls didnt
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1910s Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
Silver necklace and pendant set with onyx, old mine cut and rose cut diamond. 0.25ct - 40cm long
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Onyx, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
Necklace and pendant set with onyx and diamonds 835 silver
No Reserve
H 1.5 in W 1.23 in L 15.75 in
Amethyst, Diamond and Pearl 14K Gold Necklace / Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One amethyst and diamond Victorian pendant charm centering one pear shape amethyst weighing 50 ct
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1890s Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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

Incredible Belle Époque Diamond Pendant Necklace and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
An Incredible Belle Époque Diamond Pendant Necklace Brooch. Round old-cut and single-cut diamonds
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 3.00 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful aqua and diamond pendant necklace from the Victorian (1880s) era! Crafted in 18kt
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful Victorian locket necklace. This antique pendant has been expertly crafted
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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 Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin, Diamond and Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
(total weight 0.30 carat, SI1-SI2 clarity, G-H color) set in a 22k yellow gold pendant. The removable
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15th Century and Earlier American Contemporary Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold, Bronze

Pearl Pendant Locket Oval 14K Gold Antique
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This gorgeous vintage locket/ pendant is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested
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1890s Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved White Coral Cameo Pendant 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
necklace of your choice. The pendant is in good vintage condition and it weighs a very substantial 20.4
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Early 20th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart-Shaped Pendant-Necklace with Pearls and Tourmalines
Located in New York, NY
The necklace is finely crafted in 14k and 15 yellow gold with pearls and tourmalines. Circa 1920.
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1920s Unknown Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 0.80ct – I/J – SI – 45 cm long
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
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H 1.11 in W 0.44 in L 17.72 in
Edwardian Diamond and Plique-à-jour Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Created around 1910, this Edwardian pendant necklace is composed of diamonds, plique-à-jour enamel
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum, Enamel

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace and pendant set with old European cut diamonds up to . 0.60ct - F/G - VS
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold
No Reserve
H 1.23 in W 0.48 in L 19.69 in
Diamond and Pearl Antique Sterling Silver on Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Pendant Necklace
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k white gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose diamonds
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k white gold and silver
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k white gold and silver
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H 1.82 in W 1.26 in L 17.72 in
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with a rose gold and silver pendant set with old mine cut and rose cut
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1880s Dutch Early Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
Necklace and pendant set with diamonds 14k pink gold and silver
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H 1.34 in W 1.11 in L 19.69 in
Coral and Seed Pearl Antique French Gold Cross Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Red Coral and Seed Pearl Victorian French Cross Pendant. Securely Hand set with
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Opal 9 Carat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pendant holds seed pearls and colourful opals. The pendant and chain is modelled in
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Opal, Gold

Victorian Natural Seed Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
pendant necklace is designed around an Old Mine cut diamond center stone totaling approximately 0.25
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely magnificent moonstone pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Moonstone, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
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H 1.13 in W 0.88 in D 0.75 in L 18.25 in
Antique Owl and Crescent moon pendant necklace, 15k gold and platinum, Ruby
Located in NEWARK, GB
necklace. Did you ever come across such a beautiful and symbolic piece of antique jewellery?! This
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Giuliano Pearl Cherub Pendant Necklace
By Giuliano
Located in London, GB
This is a fabulous antique pearl set necklace from the iconic, Carlo Giuliano. The pendant here has
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19th Century Victorian Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from
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Mid-19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Pearl

Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful diamond necklace taken from the Art Deco movement. This geometric pendant
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Ruby Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful ruby set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Ruby, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 18ct
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19th Century Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants

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Diamond

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Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of antique jewelry necklaces and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Victorian and Edwardian are consistently popular styles when it comes to antique jewelry necklaces and pendants. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Vicki Orr, Mary Gallagher and Muzeion are consistently popular. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 884 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, old european cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. Most of our antique jewelry necklaces and pendants for sale are for women, but there are 868 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Antique Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants?

On average, antique jewelry necklaces and pendants at 1stDibs sell for $2,927, while they’re typically $132 on the low end and $275,912 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.