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.66 Carat Diamond Blue Sapphire Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1925 old mine cut diamond and kite shaped sapphire pendant. Old mine cut center stone with
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

14K Sapphire Flower Pendant Necklace - 1.07 Carat Round Sapphire - 16" Length
Located in Holtsville, NY
stunning 1.07 carat round sapphire. Crafted with precision and elegance, this necklace exudes
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

GIA .88 Carat Cornflower Blue Sapphire Diamond Halo Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond necklace. GIA round sapphire and pave diamond halo pendant necklace. 16 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

0.42 Carat Diamond/0.46 Carat Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sebastian Bernard
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K Gold Cushion Shape Diagonal Pendant with 4 Invisible Set Princess Cut Blue Sapphires (Total Gem
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

1.95 Carat Victorian Royal Deep Blue Natural Platinum Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1890's Victorian royal deep blue natural platinum sapphire pendant necklace. At the center of this
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

NEW Platinum 2.31ct GIA Heart Blue Sapphire Pendant Adjustable 16"/18" Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Transparency: Transparent Color: Blue Species: Natural Corundum Geographic Origin: Madagascar Variety: Sapphire
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 1.09 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. 1.09 Carat natural sapphire from a 1900's estate, AGL
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified .55 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA certified Simple heat only, blue emerald cut sapphire and diamond halo pendant necklace in 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

1.42 Carat Blue Pink Sapphire Yellow Gold Evil Eye Chain Pendant
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cut Blue and Pink Sapphires = 1.42 carats 14K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace with attached Pendant = 4.3
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

J. Birnbach 1.07 carat Blue Sapphire Halo Pendant in 18K White Gold
By J. Birnbach
Located in New York, NY
This sweet pendant by J. Birnbach features a gorgeous 1.07 carat round blue sapphire in a velvety
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Roman Malakov 3.88 Carats Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A fashionable piece of jewelry showcasing a 2.12 carats oval cut blue sapphire center stone
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Blue Coated Silver Bar Pendant with 0.15 Carat Blue Sapphires Hi June Parker
By Hi June Parker
Located in New York, NY
Hi June Parker's version of the classic bar pendant sprinkled with tapering sizes of Blue Sapphires
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Silver

Roman Malakov 0.86 Carat Oval Cut Blue Sapphire Halo Flower Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A stylish and simple pendant necklace showcasing a 0.86 carat oval cut blue sapphire, accented by
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Handcrafted 0.65 Carat Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Atelier Molinari
Located in SW10 0PU, GB
Handcrafted 0.65 Carat Blue Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. The 5mm natural stone is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold 4/5 Carat Cushion Cut Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Solitaire Pendant Necklace. Crafted with exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail, this
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Reversible Diamond and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, NY
Unique reversible diamond and created blue sapphire pendant necklace. Gemstone: Diamond and
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Goshwara Multi Sapphire & Blue Sapphire with Onyx Toucan Brooch/Pendant
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
% Earth Mined * Approx. gemstone Weight: 2.70 Carats (Multi Sapphire), 0.04 (Blue Sapphire) * Metal
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Halo Blue Sapphire Diamond Charm 1.57 Carat Princess Diamond Bail Gold Pendant
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Carat Blue Sapphire Princess Diamond Bail Gold Pendant today and experience the allure and beauty of
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified 5.44 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. GIA oval certified dark blue 5.44ct sapphire set in a t
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Goshwara Multi Sapphire & Blue Sapphire Cab Owl with Diamonds Brooch/Pendant
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
The "Ark Collection" presents this stunning Multi Sapphire & Blue Sapphire Cab Owl Pendant-Brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18k
Located in Webster, NY
Blue Sapphire and Diamond halo pendant necklace crafted in 18k white gold. Gemstone: Sapphire
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

23.20 Carat French Cut Sapphire Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original natural light slightly greenish blue aquamarine. Scroll setting with a French cut sapphire
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace 16" - 14k Pear .33ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphire Treatment: Heating Carat(s
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.95 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified cushion cut 1.95ct sapphire, set in a simple
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA 6.65 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Art Deco Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
. 16 inch platinum chain. 1, 6.65ct blue Sapphire, simple heat only, no additional enhancements. GIA
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Peter Suchy 1.05 Blue Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. Art Deco style pendant with round blue sapphires and round
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified 1.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
GIA Certified oval blue sapphire with six round brilliant cut accent diamonds in 14k white gold. 16
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18K Rose Gold 5/8 Carat White & Brown Diamond and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bezel Gemstone Type: Natural Heat Treated Blue Sapphire Gemstone Count: 1 Oval-Cut Gemstone Gemstone Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

4.76 Carat Oregon Sunstone, Sapphire, and Palladium Pendant Necklace, in Stock
Located in Woodstock, GA
This 4.76 Carat bubble cut Oregon Sunstone is on an 18-inch palladium 950 chain with 2.78-carat
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

1.00 Carat Sapphire Diamond Halo White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond heart pendant necklace. Invisible set blue square sapphire heart with a halo
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.63 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. GIA certified emerald cut blue 1.63 carat sapphire. Set in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

3.42 Carat Cushion Cut Blue sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant in 18 White Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A beautiful and chic pendant necklace showcasing vibrant 2 blue sapphires and round brilliant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 1.30 Carat Sapphire Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
1.30 carat round Ceylon sapphire diamond halo pendant necklace. GIA certified round center sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peter Suchy .88 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Halo Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond 18k white gold pendant necklace. 2 oval sapphires with halos of round cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peter Suchy GIA Certified 2.67 Carat Oval Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. This 2.67ct oval sapphire is mounted in a 14k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

14K Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace - 0.72 Carat Round Faceted Sapphire
Located in Holtsville, NY
* Gemstone: Sapphire * Carat Weight: 0.72 * Stone Count: 1 * Stone Shape: Round Faceted * Stone Color: Blue
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Sliced 26 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.58 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" - 18" Pendant:21 mm * 32.5 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire

Blue Sliced 32 Carat Sapphire 0.50 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" - 18" Pendant:26 mm * 29 mm Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire

14k Gold Diamond and Blue Sapphire Evil Eye Pendant
Located in Tampa, FL
Evil Eye adds a mystic touch to any look. It features one eye motif in blue sapphire and pavé
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold

14K WG Blue and White Sapphire Pendant Necklace #15573
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold Blue and White Sapphire Pendant Necklace- This elegant pendant
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Blue Sapphire Necklace 14 karat White Gold 1.00 Carat Brilliant Sapphire
Located in Brooklyn, NY
A true brilliant pendant necklace jewelry With a unique round blue sapphire approx size 1.00 carat
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Ella Gafter Ceylon Blue Sapphire Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
19mm. The 3.25” pendant is accompanied by a 16” chain decorated with pear shape blue sapphire motifs
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...

1.24 carat Sapphire and0.40 carat white diamonds 18k white Gold Triple Pendant
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
FERRUCCI blue sapphire necklace pendant for a total of 1.24 carats, and white diamonds for 0.40
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Sliced 8.69 Carat Blue Sapphire 0.24 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:22 mm * 20 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire

C. Dunaigre Heart Shape Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
, surrounded by a single row of round brilliant diamonds. Made in platinum. Blue Sapphire weighs 2.77 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Palladium Pink Sapphire and Blue Topaz Pendant, Round and Oval Cut 4.35 Carat
Located in Greensboro, NC
Total Carats: 4.35ctw Style: Pendant Measurements: Tall (from stationary bail): 11/16" (17.0mm) Top
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Topaz, Palladium

GIA Certified 1.74 Carat Pear Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural Blue pear sapphire and diamond pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage 0.48 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
design centered with a midnight blue oval sapphire weighing 0.48 carats, encircled with 10 sparkling
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Vintage 1980s Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Sapphire 1.65 Carat Detachable Charm Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the Baguette Sapphire 1.65 Carat Detachable Charm 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baguette Sapphire 1.65 Carat Detachable Charm Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Baguette Sapphire 1.65 Carat Detachable Charm Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
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14K Yellow Gold Sapphire Pendant - 0.77 Carat Oval Modified Brilliant Sapphire
Located in Holtsville, NY
0.77 Carat Oval Modified Brilliant Sapphire. Crafted with precision and passion, this pendant exudes
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Malakov 1.64 Carat Emerald Cut Sapphire with Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and unique pendant necklace style showcasing a 1.64 carats emerald cut blue sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Peter Suchy 2.10 Carat Blue Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Blue green elongated tourmaline diamond pendant. Pear shaped tourmaline set in 14k white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Lily Cut Blue Topaz and Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 9K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Gemstones Type: Blue Sapphire Shape: French Cut Size: 2 mm. Number: 16 Weight: 1.12 Carat (approx. in total
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Roman Malakov 0.69 Oval Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing a 0.69 carat oval cut blue sapphire, set in a floating halo of round brilliant diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

4.40 Carat Basaltic Sapphire 3.14 Carat Diamond and Pearl Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning blue sapphire pendant
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, Platinum

2 Carat Heart Shape Blue Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Gemstones: Sapphire Carat Weight: 1.83 Cut: Heart Color: Dark Blue Clarity: Transparent 16 Round Brilliant
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Quadrillion 18kt Yellow Gold, 2.53ct Blue Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
By Bez Ambar
Located in New York, NY
magnificent 18 karat yellow gold heart is set with 2.53 carats of blue sapphires. The heart is approximately 3
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New Platinum 2.27ctw Heart Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Heart Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Very Fine Rich Blue
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Gregg Ruth 1.25 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gregg Ruth
Located in Stamford, CT
Gregg Ruth vivid blue sapphire and diamond Halo pendant necklace. 18k white gold cushion shape 9
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Blue Sapphire Pendants 16 Carat For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact blue sapphire pendants 16 carat you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, white gold and 14k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 248 vintage editions and 467 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a blue sapphire pendants 16 carat may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A blue sapphire pendants 16 carat from OGI Ltd, Gems and Jewels UK and Georgios Collections Inc — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and pear cut versions for sale. Most of our blue sapphire pendants 16 carat for sale are for women, but there are 264 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Blue Sapphire Pendants 16 Carat?

On average, a blue sapphire pendants 16 carat at 1stDibs sells for $2,451, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $2,000,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.