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Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold This amazing Art Deco circa 1920s pendant is
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with the big 15x15x8 mm size smoky
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
has an Art Deco style with a contemporary fashion twist. The piece is crafted with precision and adds
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Art Deco Style Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Sky Blue Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
sterling silver. The large 15x15x3 mm stone is cut in a unique shape that evokes the art deco style, while
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Green Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 Karat Yellow Gold pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm green quartz, specially cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Amwaj Jewellery 18k White Gold Pendant with Princess Cut Diamond
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
This truly enduring 18 karat gold pendant set with a princess cut diamond demonstrates the
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Amwaj Jewellery 18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant with Round Diamond
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
A classic 18 karat rose gold pendant that allows the pure and simple beauty of Amwaj round diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a large 15x15x8
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with the big 15x15x8 mm size
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Topaz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
necklace in Art Deco style features a 15x15x8 mm blue quartz and is made of 18-karat white gold. It belongs
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Chalcedony
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The pendant necklace has a distinct Art Deco style with its geometric shape and clean lines. The
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 Karat Yellow Gold pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid grown amethyst
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
piece can be personally signed. The pendant necklace reflects the art deco spirit and can be worn by
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
pendant necklace reflects the art deco spirit and can be worn by both women and men. Its unique design is
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold and features a large 15x15x8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 Karat Yellow Gold pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm natural amethyst, specially
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Sky Blue Chalcedony Featured in Vogue
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
chalcedony that glows. The design has an art deco reference but looks contemporary, created by artist Polya
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Chalcedony, Silver, Sterling Silver

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features a large
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
. The pendant necklace reflects the art deco spirit and can be worn by both women and men. Its unique
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
. This piece can be personally signed. Inspired by the art deco spirit, this pendant necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Open Circle Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace featuring an Open Circle with a Bow on top. Hand set
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Yellow Gold-Plated Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Natural Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm size natural amethyst, expertly cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Amethyst, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Green Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is in 18 Karat yellow gold with the big 15x15x8 mm size
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold and features a large 15x15x8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm size natural smoky quartz, expertly
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose 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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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Inspired Pendant Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
Inspired by Art Deco design, this signature pendant is a piece of art. The beautifully made pendant
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
its previous owner. Being an original Art Deco piece, all of the diamonds are Old European cuts and
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Carved Jade Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Circle Disc Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era carved jade pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Pendant
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Pendant Old amazing pendant from 1940 in France. Set with quality
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

French Plique a Jour Pendant Large Vintage Fine Art Deco Jewelry 18k Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed French plique a jour pendant (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 18 karat yellow
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Art Deco Style Pendant Necklace with Rose Onyx by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This designer jewellery Ink pendant is made of 18 karat white gold with a large 15x15x3 mm rose
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Charm Platinum Woman a Line Skirt Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era charm crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1920s to 1930s). 20
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Medallion 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Gold Fine Jewelry Fob 1927
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate vintage Art Deco era medallion (circa 1927) crafted in 9 karat yellow gold. The
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1923 Art Deco Medallion 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Charm Fine Jewelry Fob
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate vintage Art Deco era medallion (circa 1923) crafted in 9 karat yellow gold. The
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco Medallion 9k Rose Gold Pendant Football Fine Jewelry Fob, 1920
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Art Deco era medallion (circa 1906-7) crafted in 9 karat rose gold. The
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Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Rose Gold, Gold, 9k Gold

Art Deco Czechoslovakian Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Large Czechoslovakian Art Deco pendant necklace of faux gem stone colored glass crystals. Prong set
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Gilt Metal

Vintage Art Deco Charm Easter Bunny in Egg Basket Pendant Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era charm crafted in 900 platinum (circa 1920s to 1930s). Lapis
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Platinum

Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
Located in Riverdale, NY
Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant set in 18k platinum. Antique carved jade panel is held by diamond
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
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H 17 in W 1.2 in L 2.65 in
Gold and Pearl ART DECO Pendant
Located in BARCELONA, ES
Gold and Diamond Pendant for women : 46x Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a total weight of 0.33cts. in
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

WMF Art Déco Ikora Glass Pendant
By WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Déco pendant by WMF, Germany 1930s. Ikora glass and silver plated metal. Total weight: 33,2
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Mid-20th Century German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate

Trifari Art Deco Style Bakelite Pendant
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Art Deco Style Pendant in bakelite and gilt metal. Art Deco styling with barrel link chain
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Vintage 1970s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Trifari Art Deco Style Bakelite Pendant
Trifari Art Deco Style Bakelite Pendant
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H 3 in W 2 in L 24 in
Art Deco Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This astonishing Art Deco (circa 1930) jade pendant is the color of homemade caramel. In fact, it's
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, 14k Gold

Art Deco Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
Art Deco Jade Pendant Certified Untreated
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W 0.89 in D 0.23 in L 1.62 in
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Main diamond approx. 1.2ct, other 96 old-cut diamonds total approx. 1.43ct. Measurement: pendant
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
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Dm 1.78 in L 31.5 in
Ruby diamonds art deco jewellery set 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Ruby diamonds art deco jewellery set 18k white gold Composed of ruby and diamond cluster jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

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

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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
Art Deco Vintage Baltic Amber Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
Fabulous genuine Baltic Amber pendant necklace period art deco, 1920. The length of the chain
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Gold Plate, Silver

French Art Deco Japonesque Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
French Art Deco Japonesque Pendant Necklace of finely carved faux ivory colored celluloid backed by
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Silver Plate, Gilt Metal

 French Art Deco Japonesque Pendant Necklace
 French Art Deco Japonesque Pendant Necklace
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W 1.25 in L 23 in
Art Deco Marcasite and Onyx Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Marcasite and Onyx Pendant from the 1920's set in sterling. Carved oval onyx is set within
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Marcasite, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Déco design, Europe 1930's. Aquamarine measurements are: 0.76 x 0.52 x 0.31 in ( 19,42 x
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
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H 1.5 in W 0.91 in
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

Art Deco Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Circa 1970-1975. Composed as pavé-set diamond neckchain with shield-shaped pavé diamond pendant
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria Blue rectangular step cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco diamond and pearl platinum pendant featuring a modified marquise shaped pendant
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco platinum diamond pearl tassel pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful Art Deco era tassel pendant featuring 23 strings of white natural pearl beads
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Cabochon Moonstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Cabochon Moonstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace Cabochon moonstone 17.5 x 11 x 5 mm, with
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
An extravagant art deco pendant. Features a geometrical art deco design with brilliant emerald and
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rhodium

Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
Art Deco Clear Crystal Rhodium Dangling Pendant
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Art Deco Pendants Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact art deco pendants jewellery you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and platinum, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 4371 vintage editions and 1691 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an art deco pendants jewellery 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 art deco pendants jewellery over the years, but those made by Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, VR Jewels and Luigi Ferrara are often thought to be among the most beautiful. An art deco pendants jewellery of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 2900, is particularly popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and old european cut versions for sale. Finding an art deco pendants jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 1529 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Art Deco Pendants Jewellery?

The price for an art deco pendants jewellery starts at $1 and tops out at $850,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,804.

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.