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John Zerano Art Nouveau Opal Pendant with 14 K Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Nouveau pendant with 14 K yellow gold chain. By John Zerano, Germany. Opal in cabochon-cut and
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20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Floral Locket and Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
Year: 1910 Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 13.2 grams
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Portrait with Roses 14k Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: *Locket Only* Absolutely beautiful 14K Buttery Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Portrait Locket
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Antique 19th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Iris Flower Enamel Pendant Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
LOVELY ART NOUVEAU FLOWING NATURE INSPIRED LINES. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Yellow Gold Detailed Swimming Medal Medallion Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent and very well made antique medal medallion pendant is crafted in solid 14k yellow
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Krementz 14k Gold Peridot Pearl & Enamel Dangle Lavalier Pendant
By Krementz & Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.50 Grams Chain Type: 0.7mm Curb Link Chain Length: 16.5 Inches
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau 14k Gold Amethyst Pearl & Enamel Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
2mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 4.4 Grams Chain Type: 0.7mm Curb Link Chain
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique 14k Gold Art Nouveau Brassler Co. Amethyst Pearl Dangle Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This antique lavalier dangle pendant by Brassler Co. was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Scroll Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
recesses - one with white gold frame With scrolling foliate motif engraved throughout Stamped 14k for 14
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

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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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Flower Lily Pad Enamel Pearl Pendant Lavaliere Necklace 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
ARE SET IN A GOLD SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

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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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Nouveau 14K Emerald Repousse Dragon Cigar Cutter Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A gorgeous cigar cutter from the Art Nouveau era c. 1890.This unique 14kt gold piece acts as a
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Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Orchid Flower Pendant OMC Diamond Enamel Charm 14K Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A FLOWER OR ORCHID - SO STUNNING
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau 14k Gold Blue Stone Diamond & Pearl Enamel Pin Brooch Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Mine Cut - Prong Set - 0.05ct (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.7 Grams Chain Type
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Repoussé Snake 14k Gold Open Match Striker Box Pendant w/ Diamond
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a breathtaking detailed antique art nouveau charm/pendant crafted in solid 14k yellow
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Russian Art nouveau Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1907s 14k gold pendant in Art Nouveau style with rubies and old mine
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
SET IN AN ELEGANT GOLD RIBBON SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
has been crafted in 14k yellow gold. The pierced decorated, Art Nouveau style articulated setting is
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Rose Cut Diamond Lily Pad Pendant Amethyst Enamel Charm 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL ORIGINAL ART NOUVEAU PENDANT OR CHARM IN A STUNNING FORM WITH ROSE CUT DIAMONDS
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Art Nouveau Gold Cross handcrafted in 14k gold from the early 20th Century. Square cut
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Cross
Art Nouveau Gold Cross
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W 1.5 in L 2.5 in
Antique Art Nouveau Peridot and Pearl Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Art Nouveau gold peridot and pearl pendant. This delicate Art Nouveau pendant is made of
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Seed Pearl Floral Pin Brooch Pendant 14K Gold V1088
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ A solid 14K yellow gold floral brooch/pendant convertible piece made with seed pearls ♥ The
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 14k Gold, Pearl, Coral and Diamond Swag Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau 14k gold , pearl, coral and diamond swag necklace with central foliate form pendant
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Certified Emerald 14k Gold Pendant Hallmark 14K Gold Pendant Natural Emerald
Located in Delhi, DL
- Yellow Gold Metal purity- 14K (Hallmarked) Hallmarked- Yes Gemstone- Emerald (Natural) Origin- Zambia
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2010s Indian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Necklace Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold 16.5" Watch Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Art Nouveau watch chain necklace crafted in 14k yellow gold
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Vintage Red Green Enamel Pin Converted Pendant R4141
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ 14K Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Vintage Red Green Enamel Pin Converted to Pendant ♥ Solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Orchid Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Necklace 14k Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT NECKLACE IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS IS ONE OF THE MOST
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Pansy Forget-Me-Not Flower OMC Diamond Enamel Pendant 14K Gold
Located in New York, NY
ELEGANT GOLD RIBBON SURROUND WITH LOVELY ART NOUVEAU DESIGN. THE PENDANT IS 14 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THIS
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Pendant 14 Karat Gold Flower Two Colour Transparant Amber
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual Art Nouveau jewel was created towards the end of the 19th century. From a beautifully
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Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Gold, 18k Gold, 14k 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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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted White Diamond Rose Gold Dancer Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Pendant is made of 14K Rose Gold. This Pendant has 0.10 Carats of White Brilliant Cut Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Butterfly Pendant Brooch OMC Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful and rare early Art Nouveau Brooch Pendant in the form of a Butterfly. The magnificent
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Russian Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k yellow gold pendant in art nouveau style with front flower decorted with sapphire and
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Art Nouveau Pearl Grape Cluster Vine Enamel Pendant Necklace Antique Gold
Located in New York, NY
inch (25mm) tall. The chain is 14 Karat Gold. The pendant tests for 10-12 Karat Gold. The chain may
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

14k YG & Sterling Silver Vintage Art Nouveau Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold / Sterling Silver Diamond: 42 round cut = 1.00cttw
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau Necklace With Drop-shaped Pendant, Gold & Diamonds, Vienna, Ca 1900
Located in Vienna, AT
. Chain and pendant made of 585 rose gold (14k), Rose-cut diamonds totaling approx. 1.50 ct Made in
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Handcrafted Pink Coral Yellow Gold Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Pendant could be made also in 9K
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Woman Goddess Flower Pendant Necklace by Link & Angell 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
goddess in 14 Karat gold and made by the superb maker Link & Angell. Beautiful Art Nouveau gold work
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Antique 19th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
With a whimsical free form cast in fourteen karat 14K yellow gold, this romantic pendant necklace
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Vintage 1960s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Tsavorite Citrine Yellow Gold "Frog" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Necklace is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Necklace has 0.80 Carats of White Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau Pansy Heart Plique-a-jour Enamel Flower Pendant 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A LOVELY ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE WITH A BEAUTIFUL LAVENDER, CREAM, GREEN AND BLUE
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20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau White Diamond Emerald Ruby Tsavorite Yellow Gold Elephant Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Elephant Pendant is made of 14K Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver. This
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold,...

Antique Art Nouveau Four Leaf Clover Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique four-leaf clover locket pendant dating back to the Art Nouveau movement, 1890-1914. The
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Antique Late 19th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Rare Art Nouveau Burmese Spinel Diamond Antique Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
14K gold (back). It features two excellent red spinels from Burma accented by old mine cut diamonds
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant necklace with Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements
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2010s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
H 1.22 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
2.35ct Emerald Pendant 14k Gold Emerald Pendant Hallmark Natural Emerald Pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
- Yellow Gold Metal purity- 14K (Hallmarked) Hallmarked- Yes Gemstone- Emerald (Natural) Origin- Zambia
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2010s Indian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold

Necklace with Art Nouvea pendant set with diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k white gold necklace and pendant set with old European and single cut diamonds. 0.60ct – F/G
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Vintage 1910s Dutch Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Lorgnette
Located in Brisbane, QLD
This Art Nouveau gold lorgnette likely originates from the United States during the first 20 years
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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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Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

Rock Crystal Carving Gold Pendant Art Nouveau Style Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with carving of natural Rock Crystal gemstone origin - Brazil stone
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Natural Pearl & Yogo Montana Sapphire Pendant Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
quintessentially Art Nouveau mounting of 14k yellow gold in a foliate motif, with three dangling tear-shaped pearls
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond, Enamel and Gold Locket
Located in New York, NY
An American Art Nouveau enamel, 14 karat bloomed gold and diamond pendant locket. The figure on the
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau 1905 Edwardian Enamel Flower Pendant Brooch 14kt Gold Diamond Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau periods, between the 1901-1910. This beautiful pin brooch
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Antique Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Art Nouveau Style Fig Pendant Necklace with Rose Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Art Nouveau Style Fig Pendant Necklace is made of 14 karat yellow gold with a rose quartz. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Quartz, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Natural River Pearl & Diamond Flower Pendant in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An Art Nouveau period diamond, and natural river pearl pendant in
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

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Art Nouveau 14k Gold Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of art nouveau 14k gold pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 252 vintage versions or 26 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of art nouveau 14k gold pendants made by Art Nouveau jewelers — as well as those associated with Victorian — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Luigi Ferrara, Krementz & Co and Polya Medvedeva Jewellery are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 93 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut art nouveau 14k gold pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and old european cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of art nouveau 14k gold pendants for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Art Nouveau 14k Gold Pendants?

On average, art nouveau 14k gold pendants at 1stDibs sell for $2,209, while they’re typically $435 on the low end and $29,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at art-nouveau Jewelry

Art Nouveau — generally considered to have begun in the late 1800s and ended with the start of World War I — was a movement in the decorative arts that drew inspiration from natural forms, such as trees, flowers and, of course, the human figure. The three main themes present in Art Nouveau jewelry and watches were flora, fauna and women.

Art Nouveau, which reached its pinnacle in the year 1900, spawned from artists who rejected the historicism of their predecessors to create an entirely new visual vocabulary. As compared to Art Deco jewelry’s geometric patterns and sharp lines, the extravagant style of antique Art Nouveau jewelry is characterized by curvilinear forms and whiplash lines, vibrant materials and dramatic imagery.

The first art and design movement of the 20th century, Art Nouveau was also a reaction against the Industrial Revolution, and took its inspiration from the theories of the Symbolists, the art of the Pre-Raphaelites, the ideas of John Ruskin and his follower William Morris and, most importantly Japanese crafts. (The country was a fertile ground for inspiration after it was opened to the West in 1854.) The Art Nouveau style touched all manners of the arts, including the most exultant jewelry.

Nature was a favorite muse for artists going back to the 18th and 19th centuries, but in the hands of 20th-century artists, it was depicted in new ways. For example, a withering flower was considered just as beautiful as one in full bloom. Winged creatures, such as insects and birds, were also a popular subject. Dragonflies and butterflies were particular favorites because they morphed so dramatically in different life stages.

This was also a reference to women, whose role in society was evolving. It was not uncommon to see a piece of jewelry that would at once reference a woman as a winged creature (think René Lalique’s famous Dragonfly brooch, circa 1897–98, at the Gulbenkian Collection in Lisbon). However, just as women’s roles were ambiguous, so was their image, as the femmes nouvelle were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized.

In addition to Lalique, vital figures in Art Nouveau jewelry included Louis Comfort Tiffany in the United States, Vladimir Soloviev, who designed jewelry for Peter Carl Fabergé in Russia, Fuset Grau of Spain, Karl Rothmuller of Germany and Philippe Wolfers of Belgium.

Art Nouveau jewelers used every “canvas” imaginable, looking beyond brooches and necklaces to belt buckles, fans, tiaras, dog collars (a type of choker necklace), pocket watches, corsages and hair combs. Multicolored gems and enamel could complete this vision better than diamonds. Jewelers also favored pearls, particularly baroque pearls, for their large size and irregular shape. However, opal was the most popular stone — its iridescence harmonized perfectly with the enamel, and it could be carved into any shape. Art Nouveau jewelry was primarily set in yellow gold.

Find a range of antique Art Nouveau jewelry today 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.