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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 Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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 Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace with Gold Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
An impressive example of Art Nouveau jewellery. With a large baroque pearl ( 0.98 in; 2,5 cm
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wiese French Art Nouveau Gold Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Jules & Louis Wiese
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Nouveau necklace by Wiese, French made, the necklace is crafted in 18k gold, with 10.5
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold
c.1900 Art Nouveau Antique Horn Fuchsia Pendant Necklace
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This beautiful pendant necklace is a wonderful and rare example of Art Nouveau carved horn
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Antique 14ct Gold Art Nouveau Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 14ct Gold Art Nouveau Coral Pendant Necklace
14ct Gold Stamped
Circa 1900
Beautiful, Art
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau Flower Pearl Pendant Necklace Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A BEAUTIFUL FLOWER WITH A PEARL
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Art Nouveau Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Brooch Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed Art Nouveau period enamel Pendant - Brooch Necklace. Set with
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
1920s Czech Art Nouveau Silver Peking Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 1920s Peking glass pendant necklace is most likely to be of Czech origin and we
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1920s Czech Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
French Locket Art Nouveau Silver Daisy Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS FRENCH ART NOUVEAU LOCKET PENDANT IN SILVER WITH A BEAUTIFUL REPOUSSE DESIGN OF
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Silver
Art Nouveau Plique-a-Jour Dragonfly Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details:
Plique-a-Jour Art Nouveau dragonfly pendant necklace in sterling silver in beautiful
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Silver
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H 0.69 in Dm 0.25 in L 18 in
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 Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Large Moonstone Drop Pendant with Modern Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An alluring moonstone pendant compilation necklace from the Art Nouveau (ca1900s) era! This
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1910s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Moonstone
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H 1.63 in W 0.5 in D 0.38 in L 25 in
Antique Art Nouveau Circa 1910s Platinum Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
brilliant cut diamond.
The diamond has vvs-vs-s1 clarity and G-H-I color.
The necklace 25.5 long.
Original
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1910s French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Art Nouveau Modernist Angel Musician Enamel Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL AND RARE ANTIQUE ENAMEL JEWELS WE HAVE SEEN. THE ART NOUVEAU
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19th Century Spanish Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Enamel, Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 3 in W 2.6 in
Art Nouveau Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Necklace Belle Époque Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary museum quality Art Nouveau, Belle Epoque Pendant Necklace set with Rose
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
French Locket Art Nouveau Sterling Silver Poppy Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS FRENCH ART NOUVEAU LOCKET PENDANT IN STERLING SILVER WITH A BEAUTIFUL REPOUSSE
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Silver, Sterling Silver
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W 1 in L 1.25 in
Art Nouveau Iris Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS AND RARE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Diamond Platinum Pearl Flower Necklace Belle Époque Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary museum quality Art Nouveau, Belle Epoque Pendant Necklace set with Rose
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold
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H 1.88 in W 1.5 in L 17.5 in
LB Tribal style Sterling Silver Art Nouveau Pendant Ceramic Carnelian necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux presents a tribal style necklace with antique Art Nouveau sterling pendant
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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H 5 in W 1 in D 2.5 in L 24 in
Art Nouveau Ruby Flower Pendant Lavaliere Necklace Gold, Circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A FLOWER WITH A GORGEOUS NATURAL MINED
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Ruby, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace Gingko Leaves Opal Green Enamel Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
produced strong and expressive Art Nouveau jewellery.
The pendant is accompanied by a period fine long
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1890s German Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Opal, Silver, Enamel
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W 1.5 in D 0.24 in L 1.89 in
Art Nouveau Jacques Bonnadier Limoges Enamel Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Pendant in 18 Karat Gold. The magnificent portrait of a
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19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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H 1.4 in W 1.13 in
Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Locket Pendant Maiden Hand Painted Necklace Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare Art Deco - Art Nouveau Limoges Enamel Locket Pendant. The magnificent portrait of a
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Enamel, Gold-filled
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H 2 in W 1.13 in
Art Nouveau Silver Necklace and Enamel Silver Pendant with Rubies and Pearls
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Offered beautiful Art Nouveau silver pendant with silver necklace. The pendant is decorated with 4
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Silver, Enamel
Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant necklace.
The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl Grape Cluster Vine Enamel Pendant Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
PENDANT NECKLACE IS IN THE FORM OF A CLUSTER OF GRAPES HANGING FROM THE VINE. THE GRAPES ARE A CLUSTER OF
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
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H 1 in W 1.25 in L 17 in
Charming Circa 1900 Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Wheaton, IL
Charming Art Nouveau Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace featuring one rose cut diamond
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Amethyst Flower Pendant Necklace Poppy Lotus 14 Karat Green Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING ANTIQUE AMETHYST ART NOUVEAU FLOWER MOTIF PENDANT IN 14 KARAT GREEN GOLD WITH
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
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H 1.5 in W 1 in
Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT OR BROOCH IN THE FORM OF AN ORCHID
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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H 1.5 in W 1.25 in
Art Nouveau Amethyst Baroque Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst and pearl pendant necklace. Oval Amethyst center stone mounted in a 10k yellow gold bezel
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Early 20th Century Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Amethyst, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Art Nouveau Iris Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K and 10K yellow gold Art Nouveau necklace featuring irises. The necklace measures 20" long with
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Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Art Nouveau Necklace With Drop-shaped Pendant, Gold & Diamonds, Vienna, Ca 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
Delicate necklace with drop-shaped pendant, openwork with star-shaped branching, chased on the
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Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.79 in D 0.12 in L 16.54 in
Art Nouveau - Necklace and Pendant with diamonds 18k yellow gold and Platinum
Located in The Hague, ZH
950Pt platinum necklace with a gold and platinum pendant set with an old European cut diamond in
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1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
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H 2.21 in W 1.23 in L 19.69 in
Art Nouveau Flower Lily Pad Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT WITH THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FORGET-ME-NOT FLOWER AND
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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H 1.14 in W 0.9 in
Antique Art Nouveau 18k Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Lion Poppy Oriemtal Pearls
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant pendant has been made out 18 karat gold in the last decade of the 19th century. It is
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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
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W 1.78 in D 0.36 in L 4.06 in
Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Seed Pearl Lily Of The Valley Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an Art Nouveau pendant depicting a lily of the valley. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold and
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold
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W 0.91 in L 2.29 in
Art Nouveau Opal Silver Scarab Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
This Art Nouveau silver pendant was crafted about 1900. Studded with oval opal in scarab shape and
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Opal, Silver
Art Nouveau Ruby Rose Cut Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace Charm 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A BEAUTIFUL FLOWER SET WITH
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.75 in W 0.64 in
Art Nouveau Woman Goddess Flower Pendant Necklace by Link & Angell 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful antique Art Nouveau pendant in the form of a beautifully modeled woman or
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19th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
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H 0.63 in W 0.4 in
Art Nouveau Pink Enamel Flower Pearl Necklace 14 Karat Gold Pendant Or Brooch
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL PINK AND CREAM ENAMEL
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19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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H 1.1 in W 1.1 in L 18 in
Art Nouveau Moonstone Enamel Diamond Emerald Platinum 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Necklace is comprised of a green gold link chain with stylized floral bar stations. Suspending a
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Art Nouveau Hydrangea Plique a Jour Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau Hydrangea Plique a Jour Pendant set in silver with hand painted hard enamel florals and
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Early 1900s German Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau French Mistletoe Silver Mirror Pendant
Located in Portland, GB
features a beautiful repousse mistletoe design in a very detailed Art Nouveau style. The oval pendant opens
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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Silver
Art Nouveau Pearl Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
Floral design in Art Nouveau style. England, 1900. With 1 brilliant-cut diamond weighing
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl 15K Gold Pendant Necklace Art Nouveau
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this enchanting antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant/brooch necklace
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Early 20th Century Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage Art Nouveau Crescent Moon Flower Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A simply lovely antique Art Nouveau necklace centered by a delightful forget-me-not flower with a
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Serpent Dragon Fob Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fob is designed as two winged serpent dragons - scrolled and mirrored. Accented by a scalloped edge and highly rendered gold with a matte finish. Base is bezel set with an elongated ...
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Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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 Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Krementz GIA Certified Pearl Diamond Platinum Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace
By Krementz & Co
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Nouveau pearl and diamond pendant necklace. circa 1890's. The floral enamel pendant is platinum
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Late 19th Century Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
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L 16.5 in
circa 1910 Art Nouveau Mucha Style Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An enchanting floral pendant necklace, made during the late Art Nouveau era circa 1910. A forget-me
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Boulder Opal Pearl & Sapphire Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Art Nouveau era was a short-lived period of design which produced the most naturalistic and
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1890s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Opal, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Pearl Diamond Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant Russian Imperial era antique pendant necklace was made between 1908 and 1917.
The
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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Amethyst & Seed Pearl Naturalistic Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This exquisite Art Nouveau necklace features an openwork design with intricately crafted, amethyst
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Antique Russian Demantoid Gold Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in Moscow between 1908 and 1917. This large Art Nouveau floral motif pendant is crafted in
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Art Nouveau Ruby Diamond and Enamel Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a splendid pendant taken from the Art Nouveau period. This highly detailed piece
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Cherub Angel Cupid Locket Lily Pond Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a wonderful and rare antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Cherub, Angel, Cupid Locket with Cupid
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
Art Nouveau Gold Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
I encourage you to enlarge a photo and look closely at the gold engraving on this Art Nouveau
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Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Edwardian Amethyst Seed Pearl 9K Gold Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace c1905
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this elegant antique Edwardian art nouveau pendant necklace made c.1905
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Early 20th Century Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Art Nouveau Lady Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Lady Pendant
18ct Gold
Circa 1920’s
Lovely, Art Nouveau lady portrait pendant.
She is
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau
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Gold, 18k Gold
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Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau For Sale on 1stDibs
Find the exact antique pendant necklace nouveau you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 606 vintage or 12 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for an antique pendant necklace nouveau 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 pendant necklace nouveau over the years, but those made by Ana de Costa, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Yves Saint Laurent are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An antique pendant necklace nouveau can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 154 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding an antique pendant necklace nouveau for sale for women should be easy, but there are 150 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.
How Much is a Antique Pendant Necklace Nouveau?
Prices for an antique pendant necklace nouveau can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $60 and can go as high as $200,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,094.
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.
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