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Art Deco Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant Old Mine Cut Diamonds Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Antique Art Deco - Victorian Pendant with a gorgeous central 16 Carat Lapis Lazuli
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 10k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace with Old Mine Cut Diamond refers to a necklace that features
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
Art Deco Platinum Pendant with Old Mine Cut Diamond 0.25 Carat Platinum Necklace
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H 17.75 in W 0.65 in Dm 0.65 in L 17.75 in
Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Circle Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Pearl Circle Pendant Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful antique Old Mine Cut Diamond and Pearl Victorian - Art Deco Circle Pendant
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Lavaliere Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A very special antique Edwardian, Art Deco lavaliere pendant with three Old Mine Cut Diamonds in an
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

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

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

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Rock Crystal Old Mine Diamond Pendant Necklace Filigree 14K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
has extraordinary Art Deco design. In the center is a sparkling white Old Mine Cut Diamond of great
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Diamond Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful antique Art Deco early 20th Century Old Mine Cut Diamond, Black Enamel and
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1.60 Carat Old Mine and Old European Cut Diamond Art Deco Style Pendant
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.60ct (weight is approximate) of old mine cut and old european cut diamonds embedded into a beautifully
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Art Deco Diamond Pearl Necklace Pendant
Located in Napoli, Italy
METAL: 18k Gold DESIGN ERA: Art Deco MEASURES: 17,7 inch chain (45 cm) + 1,96 inch pendant (5 cm
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 14k WG Rose Cut & Mine Cut Diamond Pendant w 14k White Gold 18" Chain
Located in Eagan, MN
What a gorgeous necklace!! The border of the pendant is lined brilliant cut stones. I know that
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 2.10 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Italy
Genuine antique 1930's Art Deco 18k white gold necklace set with one large Old mine cut Diamond in
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Edwardian - Art Deco Pendant Necklace with Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamonds with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Art Deco 2.20ct Diamond Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s is this classy diamond cluster pendant. To the centre sits an 0.85 carat
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous creation taken from the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. This romantic
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Onyx Jabot Pendant Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
We’ve made this Art Deco platinum jabot pin multifunctional by adding two bails so that it can be
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco 1.05 ct Diamond Halo Pendant, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the wonderful Art Deco era is this stately diamond pendant. It has been designed
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This dainty Diamond and Pearl pendant was hand crafted in the 1920s. Centring around a 4mm drop
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Circa 1920s Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Diamond Details: Weight: .20ct Cut: Old Mine Brilliant (Antique Cushion) Color: H Clarity: VS Pendant
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pendant Antique 18 Karat Gold Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold and platinum (circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pendant and Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
. The old mine cut diamonds that are at the centre of the clusters are slightly different sizes. One
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco 4CT Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 4CT diamond Art Deco pendants dates from the 1920's. It features three GIA-certified old
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural Turquoise Diamond Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An impressive late Art Deco period large sized pendant. Hand crafted of solid Platinum and solid 18
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

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

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

Art Deco 4.50 Ct Natural Garnet 3.50 Ct Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This captivating late Art Deco period pendant is 1925 circa Skillfully hand crafted as unique of
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1930 Convertible Pendant Brooch Platinum 11.73 Ctw Diamonds & Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco gem set brooch with emeralds. Magnificent piece of jewelry, created during the art
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco Rock Crystal Diamond Enamel Pendant Flower Filigree 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
A very special antique Edwardian, Art Deco pendant with a central panel of Rock Crystal with a
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Enamel

1940s Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond, Pearl, and Enamel Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This charming 14 karat yellow gold enamel pendant necklace dates back to the 1940s. A photo can be
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Enamel

Late Edwardian-Early Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
period gives way to the Art Deco as exemplified by the Greek key openwork design. Centered by an old mine
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20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco GIA 0.61ct and 0.67ct Diamond 1.45ct Side Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous platinum pendant necklace from the Art deco era. The pin features 2 sparkling
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 14k Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Filigree Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
gold and black onyx combined with the masterful Art Deco Workmanship is truly something special! Enjoy
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K Gold 0.60ctw Diamond Flower Cluster Pendant w/ Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 9.5mm (0.37") Pendant Height: 12.3mm (0.48") Thickness: 3mm Condition: Antique Art Deco pendant
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k 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

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Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond 1.15 Ct Diamond Twin Target Pendant 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
diamond of approx .85 Ct (I - VVS) – 1 old mine cut diamond of approx .30 Ct (H/I) Measures: pendant is 18
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 1930 Pendant Brooch In Platinum With 5.01 Ctw In Diamonds And Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco convertible pendant brooch. Beautiful piece, created during the American Art Deco
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1932 Art Deco Nordic Pendant Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.6gr
Located in SE
Pendant in 18K White Gold with the setting of Black onyx accented with Diamonds. There are ten
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

15 Carat Aquamarine Green Tourmaline Pendant Necklace Art Deco 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
pendant dates to the Victorian to Art Deco period. It is rare to find Aquamarines of this monumental size
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Tourmaline, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Art Deco 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.83 in L 1.38 in
5.02 Carat Diamond Emerald Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Art Deco 1915 handmade emerald and diamonds pendant necklace. Old Euro, Old Mine, Old square cut
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco 1932 Convertible Pendant Brooch In Platinum With 3.97 Ctw In Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco convertible pendant brooch with GIA certified diamond. An statement piece, created
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

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

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

GIA Art Deco Diamond Platinum Enamel Locket Pendant Blue Guilloche 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Art Deco Antique Diamond Platinum Locket Pendant in Royal Blue Guilloche
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold, Platinum

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

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Triple Strand Pearl 3.60 Ct Diamond Clasp Rare Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
stunning flower shaped claps overwhelmed by antique old mine cut Diamonds making quite something, clasp is
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

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

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1.65 Carat Diamond White Gold Circle Cluster Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1930 diamond pendant necklace. 1 Old European brilliant cut bezel set center diamond
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Opal Pendant/Brooch, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
replaced by Art Deco. Detachable 18ct brooch and bolt ring pendant fittings. Dimensions: Pendant Height
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Australian Crystal Opal Diamond Art Deco Platinum Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Australian Crystal Opal and Diamond Platinum Art Deco Pendant Necklace. Center
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, Opal, Platinum

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

14k Yellow Gold 4.00cttw. Old Mine Brilliant Alexandrite Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
: 4.00ct, total weight Cut: Old Mine Brilliant / Antique Cushion Color: Greenish-Blue / Purple (Color
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

2.68tcw Unique Colombian Emerald Pear & Round Cut Multi-Gemstone Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
stunning 2.18-carat, natural pear-cut Colombian emerald right in the center. Numerous, natural, earth-mined
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Guilloché Enamel, Diamond, Pearl, Pendant, circa 1900
Located in London, GB
An exquisite, rare and fine Art Nouveau pendant in 18 carat gold, Circa 1900. 18 carat gold set
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Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Platinum/ 18K White Gold Antique Cut Diamond Bow Ribbon Necklace Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
represents femininity and sophistication. It showcases old mine diamonds, approximately 1.80 carats in total
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Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, White Gold

GIA Ruby No Heat Platinum Diamond Necklace 18K Antique Pendant Old Mine 5.04 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
Sparkling Round Old Mine Cut Diamonds are VS-SI Clear, G-H White -- approx. 3.82 Carats Huge Pendant it 1 1
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Ct Gold Art Deco Locket Set With Diamond And Rubies On 9ct Chain c.1920
Located in London, GB
14 Ct Gold Art Deco Locket Set With Diamond And Rubies On 9ct Chain c.1920 Lovely octagonal locket
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Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Bohemian Necklace Garnet 18K Gold Silver / 6.2 gr
Located in SE
Art Deco period ca. 1930s Bohemian Garnet Necklace featuring clusters in Gilt Silver and chain in
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Vintage 1930s Czech Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

Diamond, Uncultured Pearl, Fine Jade, Platinum Necklace, Art Deco GIA Certified
Located in Southbury, CT
This Art Deco pendant necklace —ablaze in old diamonds— features two of the rarest and most
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Platinum

8.6ct Ametrine Pendant w Diamond Bail in Solid 14K Yellow Gold Barrel Cut 16x12
Located in Columbus, OH
: Item type: Pendant Stone Type: Ametrine Weight: 8.6 ct Shape: Cushion Cut: Barrel Cut Size: 16x12mm
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Scroll Tassel Necklace & Earrings Art Deco Cocktail Set
Located in METAIRIE, LA
in an Art Deco 1940s - 1950s Inspiration Set constructed of a combination of 14KT & 18KT White
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

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Art Deco Mine Cut Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the art deco mine cut pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, platinum and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 330 vintage or 93 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect art deco mine cut 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. Creating an art deco mine cut pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Diamonds Mine, Cartier and Gad & Co. are consistently popular. An art deco mine cut pendant can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 246 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for an old mine cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for an art deco mine cut pendant, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Art Deco Mine Cut Pendant?

The price for an art deco mine cut pendant starts at $55 and tops out at $250,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,598.

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.