White Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Blue Topaz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Fig drop pendant necklace is made of 14 karat white gold with a detachable cabochon natural topaz.
Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Blue Topaz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold Fig drop pendant necklace features a cabochon natural topaz gem that is open to light.
Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace Set with 11.61 Carat Rainbow Moonstone
By Eva Soussana
Located in Paris, FR
The "Manon" pendant necklace can also be ordered in different gold colours and set with different gem stones of your choice.
Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek Alexander the Great Lion Coin Blue Sapphires 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
This pendant is sent with a laminated lifetime coin certificate of authenticity.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 4.0 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Granulated Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A shimmering blue 8 x 12 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone is held in a high-Karat 22K gold bezel surrounded by delicate "pasir" sand like granulation, below a similarly accented bail...
Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold
Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Antique Original 1870's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from 1870's Victorian Onyx Pearl Necklace Pendant 14K Yellow Gold Features Genuine Natural Seed Pearls Missing a Couple of Seed Pearls, Hard to Notice ...
Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Oval Coral and Round Zirconium Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Kt Yellow Gold 18 inch Necklace with Oval Coral and Round Zirconium Pendant 3.78 grams total weight
Coral, Zircon, 14k Gold
Floral Moonstone Tsavorite Pendant with Chain poison green and moonlight 19x6mm
Located in Viena, Viena
a playful piece of jewelry, made in a traditional goldsmith's factory in Valenza/Italy, fantastic combination in poison green and moonlight, in the shape of a large flower, in the mi...
Moonstone, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Emma Chapman 18k Gold Silver Crystal Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This stunning one-of-a-kind Crystal Ruby Diamond 18k yellow gold and silver Statement Pendant, has been handmade in our workshops. It features a large hand etched crystal, which ha...
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Solid Gold GIA Large Oval Purple Lavender Burma A Jade Diamond Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 30.04 Grams Ring Width: 29.1mm (1.1") (approx.) Pendant Height: 62.4mm (2.4") Pendant Thickness: 12.3mm (at the jade) In...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching necklace features a gorgeous 8mm sugarloaf turquoise cabochon set with brilliant white diamonds in 18k gold.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. Adler Genève Tennis Necklace & Asprey London Pendant Sapphire, Diamonds
By Asprey London
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pendant: Asprey London Pendant together approx. 7.43 ct. brilliant cut diamonds Fancy Intense Yellow Triangle cut Diamonds, together approx. 3.28 ct.
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Lavender Star Sapphire, Ruby and Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace in 18k Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The pendant hangs in the center of an 18k yellow gold faceted cable-link chain, giving the necklace a total length of 18.5 inches.
Ruby, Pink Sapphire, Star Sapphire, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k ...
$200Sale Price|55% Off
LB offers Tibetan inlaid pendant Venetian glass Resin Crystal Turquoise necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Tibetan inlaid Brass pendant necklace. This very unusual pendant has inlays of of Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli along with ‘Amber’ resin and features...
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Crystal, Brass
Antique Black Opal Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Victorian Art Deco
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A SPECTACULAR ANTIQUE VICTORIAN TO ART DECO BLACK OPAL PENDANT IN 18 KARAT YELLOW GOLD. THE STUNNING PENDANT HAS 11 OF THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND CABOCHON OPAL...
Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Opal Diamond Pendant. PT900 Platinum Opal Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace. Genuine
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Materials: Gold, Platinum Gemstone: Opal Stunning Australian Opal Cabochon Diamond Halo Opal Crystal Pendant. Platinum 900.
Platinum
24kt & 18kt Gold, Sterling Silver, Opal, Onyx 2-SIDED Heyoka Merrifield Pendant
Located in Rimrock, AZ
Total bead/clasp length, 18.5". Pendant dimensions: 43mm length x 31mm width.
Onyx, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant, Retro Style, USA
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant. The pendant features four organic shaped polished Carnelian stones and an oval-shaped aquamarine set in an open bezel at the cente...
Aquamarine, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Window Pendant Necklace in 9Kt Yellow Gold with Opal and Founded Rusty Object
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
A really unique necklace with excepitonal work. Made of founded rusty object with opale stone and 9Kt yellow gold, totally handmade. A piece of jewelry with lots of inspiration, tha...
Opal, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Blue Sapphire Oval Cabochon and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 8.73 carat blue sapphire oval with 0.30 carats of white diamond rounds in 18k white gold. This 18" necklace has charm and character, perfect to wear for any occasion!
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
70s Vintage Leo Pendant Agate 14k Yellow Gold Large Zodiac Jewelry Star Sign
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed large Leo agate medallion pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s). A large slice of freeform cut agate features a 14k gold set Leo zodiac center. The elab...
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
5.09ctw Australian Natural Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful pendant features a natural 5.09ctw natural black opal set in 18 karat white gold on an 18" chain. Lobster clasp closure. Each opal is sourced from the Lighting Ridge a...
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Owl Black Jade Easter Egg Pendant Necklace Charm Silver Oscar Pihl Russian
Located in New York, NY
This is a Russian hand carved Black Jade Owl Easter Egg Pendant or Charm in 84 Silver. The pendant is adorned with a Silver mount on top modeled as an owl with wings, engraved with d...
Jade, Black Jade, Silver
Turquoise Black Diamond Tsavorite Green Garnet Cross Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 7.6 Grams Pendant Measurements: 2.10" x 1.70" Turquoise Count: 1 oval cabochon turquoise Turquoise Measurem...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Ruby Strawberry Pinecone Locket Pendant Necklace Enamel Gold MidCentury 3"
Located in New York, NY
The listing is only for the pendant. The neck chain is only shown for display.
Opal, Ruby, Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold
Cathy Waterman 22k Yellow Gold Agate Pendant Estate Charm Fine Jewelry
By Cathy Waterman
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pre owned Cathy Waterman agate pendant crafted in 22k yellow gold. Agate measures 25mm (in very good condition and free of cracks or chips). The beautiful pendant...
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Topaz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Contemporary Pendant Necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with summer sky tones of blue topazes. It has a crocodile detail on the side of one gem. We work with german gems c...
Beryl, Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Topaz, Green Beryl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18...
Krementz Art Nouveau Diamond Agate Enamel 14K Antique Swan Pendant Brooch
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped agate cabochon measuring 13.2 x 16.2 mm Semi-opaque dark green, black, brown, gray, white, and beige in color Set east to west in a twisted rope motif bezel ...
Agate, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
14K 18.78 ct Natural Color Play Black Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Kaohsiung City, TW
Main Stone Variety: Natural Opal Shape: Pear Cabochon Cut Weight: 18.78 Carat Color: Greyish Black, the play of color effect Side Stone Variety: Natural Diamonds Shape: Round Brill...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold 5.02ctw Cushion Blue Moonstone w/ Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Cushion Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 12.2x9.6mm - 4.66ct (exact) (26) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave S...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mary Honanie Agate Pendant Brooch 14K Gold Native American Indian Rare Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and very rare Native American pendant or brooch signed M. Honanie in 14K Gold with a gorgeous Agate cabochon set in a leaf motif design.
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Transformer Pendant Necklace with Gems
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop transformer pendant necklace will be made of 18 karat yellow gold with natural smoky quartz, sapphire and topaz. The piece was sculptured this year by german o...
Topaz, Green Beryl, Sapphire, Quartz, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Ro...
Victorian Snake Serpent Brooch Ruby Eyes Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
The snake can be easily converted to a pendant necklace if desired. The brooch dates to circa 1840-1880.
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Square Pendant 18k White Gold Diamond 0.04 ct Blue Topaz Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant 18k white gold, Era collection, 1 diamond, total 0.04 ct, G VS, brilliant cut, 1 blue topaz cabochon, guilloche wave pattern, diameter app. 16.0 mm...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,780Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage 1.86ct Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Gold Ballerina Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
At the heart of this pendant is a stunning cabochon cut Royal Blue Sapphire, weighing 1.86 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold
GIA Certified 102.74 Carat Carved Mogul Emerald Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Carved mogul cabochon natural emerald and diamond pendant necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Mediterranean Garden Pendant Necklace with Tourmaline Drop
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Mediterranean Garden Pendant Necklace is a copy of very top of dragon flower (Antirrhinum). It is made in 18 karat yellow gold with natural green tourmaline, weighi...
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Jadeite Jade Buddah Diamond Halo Pendant 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18k White Gold Pendant Measurements with Bail: 3" x 1.5" Total Weight: 28.29 Grams Lab Report: GIA Jade Report GIA Report #: 2231035273 Gemstone Sp...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
1970s Italian Modernist Tiger’s Eye Diamond Two-Tone 18k Gold Pendant Necklace
By Claris-A
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
This 1970s Italian modernist pendant necklace captures the bold, sculptural language of the period, when long gold sautoirs and statement pendants became part of a freer, more expres...
Diamond, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 4.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
Crafted in luxurious 18K white gold, the pendant’s elaborate design and substantial presence make it a truly unforgettable statement piece.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Pearl 15 Carat Gold Necklace and Pendant In Fitted Box
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely necklace holds turquoise and pearls set within 15 carat gold. The design has a floral feel and has one large free hanging drops. Comes in original fitted box. Length: 4...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold
Lavender Jade with Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Lavender Jade 37.19 carats with Diamond 0.12 carat Pendant set in 18 Karat White Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 2.0 cm Length: 3.3 cm Total Weight: 11.36 grams "We firs...
Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,930Sale Price|50% Off
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Walnut Brown Triangle gift natural opal necklace gold
Located in Berlin, DE
18K gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.16 х 0.67 х 0.79 in / 4 х 17 х 20 mm stone weight - 9.85 carats pendant length - 1.1 in / ...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Nyx Goddess of Night and Precious Cargo Cameo, Turquoise Pendant
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A mid 19th century Italian carved cameo and turquoise pendant depicting Nyx Goddess of Night after Bertel Thorvaldsen's artwork. Centered by a finely...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Pietas Goddess Ancient Roman Silver Coin Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic Roman denarius silver coin dating circa 74 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with peridot and citrine cabochon...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Belle Epoque French .95 Ct Natural Sapphire 5.0 Ct Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
The Belle Epoque This magnificent art work of the Belle Epoque Period is French origin Platinum crafted – it dates 1900 ca Magnificent open work is rendered in a rich set of the fine...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
For Sailors Amethyst Pendant Chain 750 Rose Gold delicate Knot Shape Amethyst
Located in Viena, Viena
sweet necklace with suspension in chased knot rope shape with 16 x 10 mm smoothly cut amethyst drop in fine colour quality approx. 11.45 ct, integrated fine anchor chain with 0.8 mm ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
48.4tc One Of A Kind Raw Rough Natural Colombian Emerald Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
The stone has a single termination which is rare as most emeralds do not fully form with a smooth edge. This pendant does not come with the necklace shown. Gold: 14K Yellow Gold M...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14k White Gold GIA 6.83ctw Opal w/ Diamond Halo Sideway Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Nice Play Of Colors w/ Light Gray- 5.95ct (exact - certified) ** See Certification Details Below for Addition...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Victorian .60 Ct Natural Ruby .80 Ct Diamond 18 Kt/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Love Circle This gorgeous eternity pendant is Victorian period, 1880 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 KT with silver portions Circle stands for eternity or eternal love, Ruby symbolises p...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Tysons, VA
Pendant necklace featuring a central black cabochon Onyx framed by a border of round pink red rubies.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
FINE 3.57ct Australian Coober Pedy Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
All with F/G colour VS clarity and an excellent cut. The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) 18k curb chain, which compliments this pendant well.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lagos Caviar Silver and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Heart Shape Pendant
By Lagos
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This exquisite heart-shaped pendant showcases a dazzling amethyst, surrounded by Lagos' signature Caviar beading in a stunning combination of shimmering silver and luxurious 18K yell...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14k yellow gold (crescent moon) and 18k yellow gold (center medallion pendant).
Located in Torrance, CA
Turquoise cabochons measure from 3mm to 4.5mm. The center pendant dangles and moves in 360 degree motion with one side depicting an Aztec headdress and the reverse side an Aztec Sun ...
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
30 Carat Opal Pendant Necklace Red Fire 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely spectacular 30 Carat Fire Opal Pendant in a stunning Flame Motif setting in 14 Karat Gold. The extraordinary opal is 1 3/8 inches tall and is 7/8 inch wide. T...
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Lavender Jade Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Rubies
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A custom designed 14K yellow gold pendant centered around an oval, double cabochon lavender jade.
Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 67.00 Ct Red Coral 2.90 CT Diamond Rare Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An impressive and quite unique Mid century large Coral & Diamond brooch/ pendant 18 KT solid gold, 1940/50 ca. Ultra – chic design to catch the attention reflecting the Glam in v...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.