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Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphires. A classic Art Deco with geometric shapes and milgrain settings. Pendant Length: 1.75 inches
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
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W 1.15 in L 1.75 in
Vintage Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond 8K White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Art Deco-inspired Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Art-Deco 53 Carat Emerald, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
An art-deco looking 53 carat Zambian Emerald, 1.73 carat Blue Sapphire and 4.05 carat White Diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style pendant in 14K Gold. It has oval and square cut sapphires with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
, this will complete any evening look. Pendant Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 18K White Gold Width
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Convertible Pendant Brooch
Located in Cape May, NJ
Quaternary Accent Stone: Blue Sapphire Carat Weight: .50 CT Total Pendant Carat Weight: 2.4 CTW
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

GIA Certified 5.07 Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1920's Art Deco filigree sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Platinum pendant necklace
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as an anchor, set with 23 round brilliant cut white
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20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
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W 0.48 in D 0.07 in L 0.63 in
Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire and Diamond Flower Pendant in 18K Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon cut sapphire studded diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant in 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This hexagonal pendant crafted in yellow gold embellished diamonds and a round blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire Diamond Platinum Filigree Art Deco Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Filigree open work pendant with 35 round diamonds
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

GIA 6.65 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original Art Deco 1920's sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. This classic Art Deco platinum
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

14K White Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 14K Gold. It has a oval cut sapphire studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Design Diamond and Sapphire Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This gorgeous pendant echo the Art Deco era with a blue color palette. Featured in the center bezel
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Filigree 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Victorian - Art Deco Sapphire Pearl Lavaliere Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 3.75ct Old Cut Diamond Moonstone and Sapphire Cabochon Platinum Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
A fantastic Art Deco period pendant. Circa 1920/30. Solid platinum example. Designed with a large
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

GRS Certified Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Natural & Untreated'
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Natural untreated, Ceylon blue Sapphire AAAA highest heirloom quality Total weight of
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Pink Coral White Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
White Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Necklace has 3.10 Carats of Blue Sapphires. This Necklace has Pink
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White ...

Whiteside & Blank Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Pendant Lavaliere 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco - Victorian - Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Lavaliere Pendant in
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Axe Pendant with Blue Sapphire Diamond in Sterling Silver Men's Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
This Axe Pendant with Blue Sapphire Diamond in Sterling Silver Men's Pendant is meticulously
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Colored Shell Cameo Pendant with Diamonds and Blue Sapphire
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Egyptian Colored Shell Cameo Pendant with Diamonds and Blue Sapphire in silver. This pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

Tiffany & Co Art Deco Carved Jade Pearl Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant Neckla
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco platinum necklace with pendant, by Tiffany & Co, featuring carved jade2.5-3mm pearls, blue
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

Gem Quality Natural Sapphire Art Deco Pearl Circle Pendant Antique Necklace Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful and very fine antique Sapphire and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Platinum 2 carat Diamond and Sapphire Art Deco Pendant Pin Necklace
Located in Big Bend, WI
Platinum Art Deco pendant with 2 carats of diamonds accented by specialty French calibre cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Sapphire Pendant Necklace Filigree 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Art Deco pendant with a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond and two
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Necklace with Milgrain in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite necklace features a mesmerizing combination of diamonds and blue sapphires set in 14
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Citrine with Diamond, Yellow Sapphire and Blue Sapphire Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Citrine 32.49 carats with Diamond 0.05 carat, Yellow Sapphire 0.73 carat and Blue Sapphire 0.66
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
11.89 Carat Peruvian Pink Opal Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace, In Stock. This pendant necklace
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Blue Sapphire, Palladium

Sterling Silver Natural 5.58 CTW Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Gifts
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural 5.58 CTW Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant Gifts is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style White Diamond Emerald Ruby Blue Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Necklace has 0.50 Carats of Blue Modern Round Cut Sapphires. This Necklace has 0.50 Carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold,...

Round Cut Diamond with Sapphire Art Deco Style Floral Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Perfect with everyday wear, this charming vintage Art Deco revivalist design pendant features
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 18k Gold

Minimalist Blue Sapphire Unisex Pendant Handcrafted in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Minimalist Blue Sapphire Unisex Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

20.00 Carat Aqua Diamond Sapphire Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco handmade platinum pendant with a natural untreated pear shape aqua with rainbows and
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire Birthstone Sterling Silver Pendant with Diamond for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire Birthstone Pendant with Diamond is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Lily Cut Blue Topaz and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
French cut sapphires, as the flower protector. Necklace Information Style: Art Deco Metal: 9K White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Topaz, 9k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond and Sapphire Double Halo Art Deco Style Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Art-Deco style pendant is completely spectacular! The vibrant color stone (you can select Blue
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Unique Blue Sapphire Elephant Pendant Set in Sterling Silver Unisex Gifts
Located in Houston, TX
This Unique Blue Sapphire Elephant Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Deep Blue Sapphire Long Pendant Necklace in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Deep Blue Sapphire Long Pendant Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Cabochon Sapphire Necklace
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Central Oval Cabochon cut Natural Iridescent Blue Sapphire weighing approximately 11.50 carats Sapphire
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire

Blue Sapphire Cross Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Sapphire Cross pendant in 18K Gold. It has round cut sapphires studded with diamonds that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary 18K Yellow Gold Pendant with Blue Sapphire and Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has oval cut sapphires with studded diamond that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.80 CTW Deep Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace in .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This 1.80 CTW Deep Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Platinum Sapphire Art Deco Solitaire Filigree Pendant - 14k Round .16ct Vintage
By Krementz & Co
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Krementz Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: Platinum (top) & 14k Yellow Gold
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Octagon Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Pendant in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Octagon Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant in 14K Gold studded with octagon cut blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

7.15 Cts Natural Blue Sapphire Cluster Flower Pendant in .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Houston, TX
This 7.15 Cts Natural Blue Sapphire Cluster Flower Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond .925 Silver Heart Pendant Valentine Gift for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond .925 Silver Heart Pendant is meticulously crafted from the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 4ct Diamond Art Deco Necklace Platinum 15" Sapphire Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era diamond necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco 2.35 CTW Diamond Sapphire Platinum Foliate Quatrefoil Engagement Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
pierced square form channel set with calibré cut sapphires Weighing approximately 0.30 carat total
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

5.74ct Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire GIA & Old European Diamond Pendant Platinum
Located in Tampa, FL
A stunning Art Deco pendant featuring an approximately 5.74 Carat Burma No Heat Blue Sapphire as
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Vintage 1910s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Ruby Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Parthenon Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
baguette cut sapphires bezel set on the Parthenon Weighing approximately 0.06 carat Transparent medium
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pear Cut Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Pear Cut Vivid Blue Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold. It has pear cut sapphires with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

New African IF 5.50 ct Deep Blue Sapphire RGold Plated Sterling Pendant
Located in Eagan, MN
by diamond cut White Sapphire stones. The pendant is is 1" long and .68" wide. The weight in Grams
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold Plate, Rose Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Blue Sapphire with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 0.85 carat with Diamond 0.25 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.25 Carat Square-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of 2.5 mm Square-cut Blue Sapphire (15 pcs) 2.25 carat and Round-cut White
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire, Emerald and Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Cabochon Blue Sapphire and Blue Sapphire 1.90 carats, Emerald 0.25 carat with Diamond 0.10 carat
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Natural Blue Sapphire Diamond Vintage Style Filigree Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The pendant features a oval-shaped sapphire gemstone in the center, set in a bezel setting. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.63 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Accents 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
& Grace Pendant. This Pendant is made up of Oval-Cut Prong Setting Genuine Blue Sapphire (1 pc) 0.63 Carat
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.25 Carat Diamond Angel Skin Quartz Sapphire Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco platinum old mine cut diamond angel skin quartz pendant necklace accented with graduated
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Sapphire and Ruby Studded Dolphin Pendant in .925 Sterling Silver for Her
Located in Houston, TX
This Blue Sapphire and Ruby Studded Dolphin Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Oval Blue Sapphire and Diamond Designer Charm Pendant in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut sapphire studded with diamonds that completes
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Art Deco Blue Sapphire Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the art deco blue sapphire pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 105 vintage or 24 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect art deco blue sapphire pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic art deco blue sapphire pendant over the years, but those made by Kian Design, Beyond Fine Jewelry and Baume are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and mixed cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an art deco blue sapphire pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Art Deco Blue Sapphire Pendant?

The price for an art deco blue sapphire pendant starts at $830 and tops out at $63,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $4,448.

A Close Look at Art Deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.