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6.15ct Fine White Opal Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
colour and an excellent oval cabochon cut. Set in a fine 18k yellow gold rubover bezel solitaire pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Double Cabochon Jadeite Jade Open Bezel Pendant
Located in Addison, TX
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Double Cabochon Jadeite Jade Open Bezel Pendant. The jade is an oval
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Double Cabochon Jadeite Jade Open Bezel Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Double Cabochon Jadeite Jade Open Bezel Pendant
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H 0.23 in W 0.47 in D 0.23 in L 0.99 in
135ct+ 14K Natural Raw Rough Medium Green Emerald Pendant Cabochon Bezel Accents
Located in Jupiter, FL
Showcased is a natural, rough emerald crystal pendant. An estimated 135 total carat weight of
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2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Opal Oval Shape Cabochon 14k Yellow Gold Bezel Emerald Round Cab Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic Oval Shape Pink Opal pendant measuring 19mm x 22 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Citrine cabochon and 14k yellow gold pendant necklace
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
gold bezel setting enhances its sunny warmth. The pendant hangs on an 18" 14k yellow gold, diamond
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold

7.69ct Rubellite Tourmaline Cabochon and Diamond 18kt Pendant
By Cynthia Scott
Located in Logan, UT
Richly saturated pinkish red tourmaline in pear-shaped cabochon is the statement making centerpiece
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Steel

14Y Vintage Nephrite Jade Cabochon Fob/Seal Pendant
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Unique Victorian fob pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold and bezel set with a nephrite jade cabochon
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14Y Vintage Nephrite Jade Cabochon Fob/Seal Pendant
14Y Vintage Nephrite Jade Cabochon Fob/Seal Pendant
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W 0.91 in D 0.67 in L 1.58 in
Vintage 1970s Cabochon Cut Coral and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The rectangular frame is ornamented with a bezel set
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 10.0 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon 18k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A lively 10 x 17 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochon shimmers with blue and gold highlights
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Silver Denarius Coin Antonius Pius Flip Pendant with Cabochon Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
with an Antonius Pius flip pendant, elegantly presented in an 18k yellow gold bezel. This extraordinary
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Russian Baltic Amber Pendant Necklace Sterling Silver Necklace and Bezel
Located in Milford, DE
Exquisite Russian pendant, featuring a large, genuine, Baltic amber cabochon set in an ornate, open
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20th Century Russian Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver

Amethyst Cabochon and Seed Pearl Filigree Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant drop pendant features an oval amethyst cabochon with beautiful rich purple color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1900s 3.53ct Cabochon Cut Emerald and 5.89ct Diamond Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collection This stunning, fine and impressive antique cabochon cut emerald pendant / brooch has been crafted
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

9K Gold Cabochon Amethyst Heart Renaissance Style Pendant on 14K Gold Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
jewelry ~~~~~~ Featuring a heart-shaped cabochon Natural Amethyst, bezel set within an intricate
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Vintage 1960s Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, 9k Gold

Rubellite Tourmaline Cabochon Pendant with Pink Spinel in Yellow Gold, 81 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This giant rubellite tourmaline and spinel pendant features a spectacular 81.58 carat rubellite
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Tourmaline, Rubelite, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Buddha Pendant, Yellow Gold Bezel, Buddha Engraved in Genuine Jade Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Quality: 14 karat yellow gold bezel Necklace Style: Pendant Measurements of Pendant: 1.5 inches x 1.5
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Roman Diamond Pave Bezel Set Bronze Coin Pendant Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This 14 karat yellow gold pendant features a Bronze Roman Coin, adorned with 32 Bezel Set Pave
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Natural 3.55ct Australian Opal Pear Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
rubover bezel pendant. Stunning opal with an excellent polish and lots of colour flash. Blues, greens
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

.50 Carat Round Cabochon Ruby Diamond Pierced Engraved Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930's Art Deco ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 1 beautiful round cabochon 14k yellow gold bezel
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

28 Carat Octagon Shape Malachite Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Malachite Cabochon
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Excellent quality Malachite Octagon shape suspended from a oval Malachite cabochon set in 14k
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12.31ct Pear Cabochon Emerald with Diamond Halo 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning emerald pendant of superb color, with bezel set diamond halo and diamond by the yard chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

33 Carat Amazonite Oval Cab 14k Yellow Gold Bezel Round Emerald Cab Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
33 Carats Oval Amazonite Cabochon measuring 20x30 mm set as a Pendant in 14kt yellow gold bezel
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amazonite, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gurhan 24k Gold Orange White Banded Cabochon Agate Faceted Dangle Pendant Chain
By Gurhan
Located in Montclair, NJ
in solid 24k yellow gold featuring a large round cabochon cut agate neatly bezel set at the center
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Oval Cabochon Oval Faceted Ruby Yellow Sapphire 18 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Big Jade Oval Cabochon measuring 25x32 mm set as a Pendant in 18kt yellow gold bezel with in the
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

59.87 Carat Opal with Diamond Bezel Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
One Electronically Tested 14KT Yellow Gold Ladies Cast Fashion Pendant Bright Polish Finish Good
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20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Alexander The Great Pendant (pendant only)
Located in Atlanta, GA
Gold Bezel and Bail with an Emerald Stone Accent. Obverse of Coin is Heracles and Zeus Reverse. Coin
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

Alexander The Great Pendant (pendant only)
Alexander The Great Pendant (pendant only)
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H 2.33 in W 1.33 in
IGI Certified 12.09 Carat Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Stunning emerald pendant of superb color, with bezel set diamond halo and decorative marquise
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Optical Illusion Mexican Psilomelane Oval in Handmade 14K Gold Bezel Necklace
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
the bezel for each stone which is reversible. Our signature Silver paperclip chain is black rhodiumed
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

2.74 Carat Garnet Cabochon, Garnet Bead and Seed Pearl Filigree Necklace
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pendant features a beautiful oval garnet cabochon in an intricate design of handmade 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Lapis Lazuli Wire Collar Necklace
Located in beverly hills, CA
carats. The bezel setting is oriented East to West, adding a unique touch to the design. The pendant can
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Signed 22.41 Carat No Heat Cabochon Ruby and Ruby Bead Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 22.41 Carat No Heat Pear Cabochon Cut Ruby and Diamond Pendant with a 2-Strand Ruby Bead
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2010s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Seal" Gold Fob with 11 Carat Aquamarine Cabochon on Zircon & Moonstone Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Eytan Brandes cast an old bronze seal in 14 karat yellow gold and converted it to a pendant
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Moonstone, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
with a bezel set ruby at the centre leading to a shield-shaped pendant. The pendant alternates between
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Turquoise Bead Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
beads with a pendant featuring a bezel set oval turquoise, turquoise bead dangle. Measures approx 16
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Ruby and Diamond Fez Pendant
By Joanna Dahdah
Located in Beirut, LB
handmade, fully encrusted ruby cabochon 18k gold cone topped with a gold chain tassel. Inside you can find
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2010s Lebanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Barse Sterling Silver Turquoise Flower Pendant #16046
By Barse
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Barse sterling silver turquoise flower pendant This flower shaped pendant features oval bezel set
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique Filigree Amethyst Brooch / Pendant
Located in METAIRIE, LA
Doubling as a Brooch or a Pendant, featuring 1 Focal Massive Oval Cabochon cut Natural Amethyst at
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Filigree Amethyst Brooch / Pendant
Antique Filigree Amethyst Brooch / Pendant
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W 1.88 in L 2.13 in
Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tested 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant. The pendant features a 32.43 x 28 x 61mm (46ct
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant
Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Pendant
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H 1.8 in W 1.4 in D 0.5 in
Vintage Yellow Baltic Amber Pendant from Latvia
Located in Boulder, CO
Authentic Baltic Amber Pendant Baltic amber is 34-48 million years old (Seyfullah et al. 2018
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Vintage 1930s Latvian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Silver

22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
By Romae Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
frame that terminates in two ivy leaves which cradle a beautiful red garnet cabochon stone in a bezel
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
22 Karat Gold Garnet Pendant
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H 0.71 in W 0.83 in D 1.26 in
Petrified Wood Set in 14 Karat Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
in a hammered 14k gold bezel. (The pendant is photographed on a chain but it is not included.)
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Petrified Wood Set in 14 Karat Pendant
Petrified Wood Set in 14 Karat Pendant
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H 1.25 in W 0.88 in D 0.25 in L 1.5 in
Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
back of the pendant where the Carnelian stones connect to the center bezel and on the gold end caps on
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
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H 2.8 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Ruby and Brown Diamond Pomegranate Pendant
By Joanna Dahdah
Located in Beirut, LB
pomegranate seeds ensured the bride future children. The diamond encrusted bezel opens to allow you to
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2010s Lebanese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

22k Gold Aqua Pendant Necklace, by Tagili
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Aqua pendant is beautifully set in a traditional 22k gold bezel. Beautiful matte
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 22k Gold

22k Gold Aqua Pendant Necklace, by Tagili
22k Gold Aqua Pendant Necklace, by Tagili
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W 0.99 in L 0.99 in
Antique Edwardian Moonstone Lavaliere Pendant Necklace Silver Gold Gilt
Located in Kendal, GB
yellow gold. It features a distinctive pendant, bezel set with eleven cabochon moonstones (approx. 17ct
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20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Silver, Gold

A Silver Nielloware Pendant set with Red Sapphire & Ruby.
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
0.05 Carats and the Cabochon Ruby set in Bezel on the Cap weighs 0.37 Carats. Originally from San
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2010s Thai Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Silver

Mexico Large Sterling Silver Teardrop Aquamarine Glass Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexican sterling silver and aquamarine colored glass teardrop pendant. This handcrafted artisan
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20th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Sterling Opal Intarsia Pendant by Kaufmann Lapis
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling large opal Intarsia pendant. The gemstone is made with lapis inlaid with opal, malachite
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1990s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 15.8 Carats Pink Tourmaline 22k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A substantial deep reddish-pink 13 x1 9 mm pear shaped tourmaline cabochon is held in a
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 22k Gold

Native American Larry Moses Yazzie Sterling Silver Turquoise Pendant #16150
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and turquoise pendant by Native American Navajo artisan, Larry Moses Yazzie. Large
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 23.0 Carats Tanzanite Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
designed pendant with spiral scroll accenting on the bezel. A similar scrolled bail is highlighted by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, 18k Gold

Native American Jensen Sterling Turquoise Bear Paw Feather Dangle Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Native American sterling silver turquoise bear paw pendant with and feather dangles by Navajo
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

19th Century 206.60Ct Cabochon Cut Garnet 1.49Ct Diamond Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
twenty-four 8k yellow gold links that make up the necklace are each set with a bezel set cabochon cut
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Antique 1820s English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carnelian Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Israel Pendant/Pin #16084
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Carnelian gold vermeil sterling silver pendant/pin from Israel. A large kidney bean shaped
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20th Century Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 13.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22k Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A luminous blue flashing 13 x 18 mm oval rainbow moonstone cabochon rests in a slightly cupped high
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold

Michael Kneebone Alexander The Great Coin Blue Sapphire Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
in an hand fabricated 18k yellow gold pendant. The setting is embellished with a bezel set cabochon
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

David Yurman 925 Sterling Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By David Yurman
Located in Houston, TX
: 3.65mm Pendant measurements: 1.5 inches in length by 0.75 inches in width Weight: 41.00 grams 14K
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Native American Paul Livingston Sterling Silver Amber Turquoise Pendant #16152
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver amber and green turquoise pendant by Native American Navajo artisan, Paul
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

14 Karat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant. The majestic black opal is a freeform diamond
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Vintage 1970s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant
14 Karat Australian Boulder Opal Diamond Pendant
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H 1.85 in W 1.1 in D 0.21 in
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Cabochon Bezel Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact cabochon bezel pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a cabochon bezel pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic cabochon bezel pendant over the years, but those made by Sarosi By Timeless Gems, Eytan Brandes and Five Star Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cabochon bezel pendant of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Moonstone, from our inventory of 2, is particularly popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and pear cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a cabochon bezel pendant, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Cabochon Bezel Pendant?

The price for a cabochon bezel pendant starts at $400 and tops out at $5,760 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,160.

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.