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Vintage Large Gold Baroque Cross
Located in New York, NY
This utterly huge vintage gold cross is such a statement piece— it's giving vintage Dolce & Gabbana
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Mid-20th Century Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Large Gold Baroque Cross
Vintage Large Gold Baroque Cross
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W 7.5 in L 10.5 in
Dolce Gabbana 2000’s turquoise cross necklace
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Annandale, VA
Dolce Gabbana 2000’s turquoise cross pendant necklace Good vintage condition, comes with
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Early 2000s Baroque Beaded Necklaces

Scarce Baroque Early 18th Century Table Cut Diamond Gold Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
A scarce early 18th century Baroque table cut diamond cross pendant, circa 1700-1720 and probably
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Antique Early 1700s Dutch Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Rare Museum Quality 17th Century Baroque Gold, Cabochon Carnelian Rose Cross
Located in New York, NY
Ornate Baroque period museum quality gold cross with cabochon carnelian rondels on each of the arms
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Antique 17th Century European Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

17th Century Baroque Ruby, Carved Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver Topped Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Large, unusual museum quality Spanish Baroque period ruby, rock crystal, gold and silver topped
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Antique 17th Century European Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Necklaces Baroque Pearls Diamond Bead
Located in Vannes, FR
an exceptional piece of jewelry, our baroque pearl necklaces with a diamond bead offer you an
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18...

Sapphire Diamond cross pendant baroque pearld pendant 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Baroque natural pearl with natural sapphires cross pendant, this piece is made with quality not
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Gianni Versace by Ugo Correani Triple cross pendant necklace, 1980s
By Ugo Correani
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Ugo Correani cross pendant chain necklace designed for late Gianni Versace. cut glass
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Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Chain Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Chanel Faux Pearls Necklace with Cross Pendant
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel (Made in France) Necklace made of three rows of baroque faux-pearls hanging a cross-shaped
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Tahitian Keshi Pearl Diamond Cross Necklace 14k Yellow Gold Adjustable chain 18"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.0 - 8.0mm Tahitian keshi pearl diamond cross necklace set in 14kt yellow gold rolo Italian
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2010s Unknown Baroque Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Jill Garber Antique Austro Hungarian Cross Necklace with Turquoise and Amethyst
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
overall length of this necklace is 19.50 inches, plus the 2.88 inch cross with jeweled bale. "Heavenly
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage Kiss Cross X Link Crystals Set Omega Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Kiss Cross X Link Crystals Set Omega Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone
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Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

70s Chanel Vintage Orb Necklace Faux White Pearls Long 52" Yellow Tone Cross
By Chanel
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage 70s Chanel faux pearl orb necklace crafted in yellow tone (circa 1971-1980). The necklace
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Vintage 1970s French Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Base Metal

A.Jeschel Keshi Pearl necklace with an Amber Cross.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
warmth and richness. Suspended from the necklace is a modest yet striking solid amber cross, set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Freshwater Pearl, Pearl

9 Carat Gold Extra Large Cross
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Huge Cross Dated 1974 Fully Hallmarked London Size 6.5 cm x 3.5cm
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Late 20th Century European Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 9k Gold

9 Carat Gold Extra Large Cross
9 Carat Gold Extra Large Cross
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W 1.38 in L 2.56 in
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold diamond cross, containing 119 round full cut diamonds of very fine quality weighing
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2010s American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross
14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross
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W 1.38 in D 0.12 in L 27.17 in
0.44 Carat Salt and Pepper Diamond Large Baroque Pearl Strand Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
timeless classic style, this is not your average Pearl strand. Cultured Freshwater Baroque Pearls are
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

0.44 Carat Salt and Pepper Diamond Large Baroque Pearl Strand Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
timeless classic style, this is not your average Pearl strand. Cultured Freshwater Baroque Pearls are
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

Half Baroque Pearl and Half 14k Gold Paperclip Chain Long Convertable Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
This is a convertable long pearl necklace with 13" of knotted cultured pear shape baroque pearls
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold

Hi June Parker Gold Freshwater Baroque Pearl Charm Necklace 0.37 Carat Diamond
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
chain, conveniently built for you to start your own charm necklace collection. Inspired by the timeless
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hi June Parker Large Baroque Pearl Necklace 0.44 Carat Salt and Pepper Diamond
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
timeless classic style, this is not your average Pearl strand. Cultured Freshwater Baroque Pearls are
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Brown Diamond, 14k Gold

XVII-XVIII Pendant Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, Diamonds & Onyx
Located in Bilbao, ES
XVII-XVIII Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, rose Diamonds & Onyx Black enamel Conical Chatons
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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Heavily Plated White Gold Cross Pendant Accented With Semi Precious Stones
Located in New York, NY
This heavily plated white gold pendant is accented with semi precious stones. The center is accented with yellow semi-precious stones. The total length measures 3 1/4 inches. the wid...
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1990s American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold 5 oval green tourmaline weighing 1.26cts. and 1 round full cut diamond weighing .04pts. on a 16 inch link chain.
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Early 2000s American Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
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W 0.95 in D 0.24 in L 1.19 in
14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14k white gold 5 oval green tourmaline weighing 1.26cts. and 1 round full cut diamond weighing .04pts. on a 16 inch link chain.
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Early 2000s American Baroque Revival Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
14 Karat White Gold Green Tourmaline and Diamond Cross
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W 0.95 in D 0.24 in L 1.19 in
Garnet Topaz Citrine Chrome Diopside Pearl Silver Gold Platinum Cross Pendant
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Cross collection is a tribute to faith, love and beauty. The design of the cross
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2010s American Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, 24...

1980s Chunky Pearl Choker With Ruby Glass Maltese Cross Pendant By Givenchy
By Givenchy
Located in McKinney, TX
" extender chain - 3.75" x 2.25" Maltese cross style pendant - Gold plated hardware - Faux baroque pearls
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Choker Necklaces

Garnet Topaz Citrine Chrome Diopside Pearl Silver Gold Platinum Cross Pendant
By Alex Soldier
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Cross collection is a tribute to faith, love and beauty. The design of the cross
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2010s American Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Topaz, Natural Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Garnet, Citrine, Mixed Me...

Bochic “Orient ” Necklace, Green Jade, Coral & Lapis Set In 22K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Gold and Silver This Necklace is perfect cross between fashion jewlery to fine jewlery Day to night
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Jade, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Child & Child Renaissance Revival Rose Cut Diamond Baroque Pearl Pendant
By Child & Child
Located in New York, NY
settings. In the center is a hanging Baroque Pearl. There is a crossed arrow motif at the top in gold
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Early 20th Century British Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, Gold, Silver

Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Cabochon Ruby & Diamond Double Halo Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hi June Parker 14 Karat Gold Keshi Pearl Statement Necklace
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
These lustrous Keshi Baroque Pearls lay on the neck like flower petals. Each pearl is knotted and
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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Capri” Necklace, Gems & South Sea Pearls Set in 22 Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Necklace & South Sea Pearls set in 22 Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochon - 12
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Rope Necklaces

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 22...

Christian Lacroix Vintage Antique Green Glass Beads and Deity Medallion Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
Hindu deity printed portrait in a gold toned baroque medallion, a cross and CL monogram textured coin
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20th Century French Beaded Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Maison Gripoix White, Crystal, Faux Turquoise Gold Necklace Circa 1990s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Maison Gripoix White, Crystal and Faux Turquoise on Gold Chain Necklace. 3 Different
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1990s French Artist Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Antique Arts&Crafts Jade 18kGold 10 ProngSetDiamond&Gems ArmHand Amulet Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
With elements of the cross-over late-Arts&Crafts and early-Art-Nouveau movements, this antique turn
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Antique Late 19th Century American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Jade, Peridot, Yellow Sapphire, Beryl, Garnet, Blue...

Chanel Baroque Pearl Pendant Brooch
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
by Goossens. The rococo bar brooch has a loop from which the pearl cross can be removed and added
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Chanel Baroque Pearl Pendant Brooch
Chanel Baroque Pearl Pendant Brooch
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H 2.5 in W 2 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well educated but
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2 in W 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 1.25 in L 2 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well educated
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3.75 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 3.75 in
Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Stones. Long Necklace/Sautoir on Site to Match. So Gorgeous! This matches the necklace and sometimes
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.5 in W 1 in D 0.1 in Dm 1 in L 2.5 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
summer. I just love these. Truly my taste. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.75 in L 2.5 in
Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
the winter against dark colors. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.5 in L 2.75 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
of style!! Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Dangle Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3.75 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 3.75 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
necklace. The story is about a young, pretty, intelligent, well educated but poorly endowed bride who has
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Dangle Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3 in W 2 in D 0.1 in Dm 2 in L 3 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
. Guy de Maupassant wrote a famous story about a necklace. The story is about a young, pretty
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3 in W 1.5 in D 0.1 in Dm 1.5 in L 3 in
18th Century Order of Aviz Portuguese Paste Cross
Located in London, GB
An 18th century Order of Aviz Portuguese paste cross, the star of the order an eight pointed
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Antique 18th Century Portuguese Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Jumbo White Baroque Pearl Necklace with Removable Diamond Cross Pendant
By Bijoux De Mer Fine Jewelry
Located in Miramar Beach, FL
Exquisite strand of JUMBO, white baroque freshwater fireball pearls, 16-19 mm, beautiful luster
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2010s American Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

CHANEL 94P Pink Gripoix Beaded Baroque Gold Cross CC Necklace
Located in New York City, NY
CHANEL gripoix light pink baroque beaded cross necklace. This gorgeous vintage piece features light
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1990s French Beaded Necklaces

High Quality 18th Century Baroque Diamond Cross, 1700s
Located in Antwerp, BE
any legible control marks we believe this to be of Belgian origin. Style: Baroque - Baroque is an
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Antique Early 1700s Belgian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 18k Gold

Beautifully Constructed Antique French Gold Cross
Located in London, GB
is also unusual because it repeats the front of the Cross but is totally flat. The top ring has a
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Antique 1850s French Baroque Revival Necklace Enhancers

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18k Gold

Exolette Double Strand Pearl & Jade Necklace with Mother of Pearl Vintage Cross
By Samuel Edwards Jewelry Design
Located in Pahrump, NV
This necklace set is my own design. I created it by combining two separate strands of white baroque
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Oriental Pearl, Jade, Silver

18th Century Antique Gold Cross with Table Cut Diamonds, 1730s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: cross pendant (is being sold without pictured chain) Condition: very
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Antique 1730s Belgian Baroque Pendant Necklaces

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

Valente Citrine Amethyst Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
By Marco Valente
Located in Nicosia, CY
An 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Featuring 2 Citrines 1.26 x 0.67 cm each and 2 Amethysts 0.64 x 6.40
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Chain Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Valente Citrine Amethyst Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
Valente Citrine Amethyst Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant
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H 2.76 in W 1.97 in D 0.33 in Dm 1.38 in L 45.67 in
18th Century Antique Filigree Gold Cross Pendant with Table Cut Diamonds, 1750s
Located in Antwerp, BE
commonly roccoco) also referred to as "Late Baroque" is an 18th century style which developed as Baroque
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Antique Mid-18th Century Belgian Rococo Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Bloodstone Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
arm holding a sword. The 4 section shield has 2 panels each with 10 Crosses and 2 panels of a Lion
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Antique 1860s British Baroque Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, 18k Gold

1990s Chanel rare brooch representing a gilted metal cross
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
CHANEL (Made in France) Exceptional and rare cross-shaped brooch which can be worn as a necklace
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1990s French Brooches

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Gilt Metal

Lanvin Cross Necklace
By Lanvin Paris
Located in Paris, FR
Superb Lanvin cross pendant in pewter and green copper gray adorned with six turquoise stones and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Copper

Christian Lacroix Vintage Baroque Jewelled Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage Baroque enameled gold tone cross with crystal embellishement. Original
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Ugo Correani Cross Pendant Necklace
By Ugo Correani for Gianni Versace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ugo Correani red and blue cross pendant sautoir necklace for Gianni Versace. Necklace has faux
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Vintage 1980s Italian Baroque Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Victorian Coral and Pearl Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This coral cross dates from the late 19th Century. Star shaped gold stars are studded with tiny
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian More Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

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Baroque Cross Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact baroque cross necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 36 vintage editions and 13 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect baroque cross necklace may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A baroque cross necklace from Christian Lacroix, Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc. and Chanel — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a baroque cross necklace featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. Most of our baroque cross necklace for sale are for women, but there are 22 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Baroque Cross Necklace?

Prices for a baroque cross necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $385 and can go as high as $22,562, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,530.

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. 

Questions About Baroque Cross Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A necklace with a cross is simply called a necklace with a cross or a “cross necklace.” This refers to any necklace that features a Christian cross or crucifix (and is considered emblematic of a commitment to Christianity). Shop a range of antique and vintage cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A necklace with a cross on it typically means that the person wearing it is a Christian. The cross represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and wearing one is traditionally a symbol of religious faith. However, some people wear vintage and antique cross jewelry only as a fashion statement. Find a wide variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether it's good to wear a cross necklace is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people do wear them to symbolize their religious faith because the cross is a symbol of Christianity. Others just find the shape visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, it is generally okay to wear a necklace with a cross on it. To many people, the cross is a symbol of Christian faith, and they may choose to wear a pendant shaped like one to represent their religious beliefs. However, cross necklaces can also be secular, with some individuals wearing them simply because they like their appearance. Find a variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    What size cross necklace is best for a man is a matter of personal taste. If you want a subtle look, consider pendants that are 1 inch tall or less and chains that are 18 to 20 inches in length. Larger pendants and longer chains will stand out more. Shop an assortment of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.