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Ico & the Bird Baroque Pearl, Ruby, Diamonds 'Caged Bird' 18k Gold Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perched inside this 18k diamond studded cage is a delicate bird; its body made from a 12mm x 9mm
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ico & the Bird Baroque Pearl, Tsavorite, Diamonds 'Caged Bird' 18k Gold Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perched inside this 18k diamond studded cage is a delicate bird; its body made from a 12mm x 9mm
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold

Ico & the Bird Baroque Pearl, Tanzanite, Diamonds 'Caged Bird' 18k Gold Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perched inside this 18k diamond studded cage is a delicate bird; its body made from a 12mm x 9mm
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Ico & the Bird Baroque Pearl, Ruby, Diamonds 'Caged Bird' 18k Gold Pendant
By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Perched inside this 18k diamond studded cage is a delicate bird; its body made from a 12mm x 9mm
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2010s Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique amuletic bronze framed pendant cages a dozen single-cut rock crystals that each
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Antique 16th Century French Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Copper

Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals Caged MedievalStyle FourRing Bronze Pendant
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W 1.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.25 in L 1.5 in
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant which is adorned with ten seed pearls and a finale blister
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
9ct Gold Antique Victorian Pendant with Caged Pearl
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H 1.58 in W 1.11 in D 1.38 in Dm 1.11 in L 1.58 in
18 Karat Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
By TSE
Located in Macau, MO
A "Bird cage" pendant set with diamonds weighing 0.17 carats, mounted in 18 Karat yellow gold, also
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
18 Karat Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
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W 0.45 in D 0.44 in L 0.69 in
Caged 28mm Baroque Pearl 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Large, impressive 28mm Baroque Pearl caged in a hand-fabricated, 22k yellow gold pendant on a 22k
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, 22k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Melie Jewelry Edna Perfume Bottle Necklace with 18K Gold & Diamond & Ruby
By Melie Jewelry
Located in Levent, 34
Melie Jewelry Edna Perfume Bottle Necklace 18K Rose Gold, 0.85 ct White Diamond, 0.15 ct Ruby
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2010s Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Rose Gold

Bird Cage Cultured Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a bird cage containing eight loose drilled
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20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird Cage Cultured Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Bird Cage Cultured Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.4 in D 0.4 in L 0.79 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
By TSE
Located in Macau, MO
A "Bird cage" pendant set with diamonds weighing 0.17 carats, mounted in 18 Karat gold, available
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
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W 0.45 in D 0.44 in L 0.69 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
By TSE
Located in Macau, MO
A "Bird cage" pendant set with diamonds weighing 0.17 carats, mounted in 18 Karat rose gold, also
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
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W 0.45 in D 0.44 in L 0.69 in
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
By TSE
Located in Macau, MO
A delicate “Bird cage" pendant decorated with diamonds weighing 0.23 carats, mounted in 18 karat
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
18 Karat Rose Gold Bird Cage Diamond Pendant with Necklace
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W 0.66 in D 0.62 in L 0.99 in
Sterling Silver American Modernist Hand Made Rib Cage Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Abstract modernist sterling silver "rib cage" pendant necklace, circa 1950s. Pendant measures 3.5
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Vintage 1950s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Rough Cut Yellow Citrine Necklace in 18Kt Gold with Jade Citrine Golden Cage
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
closed in a golden cage and a jade is released by a hammered 18kt gold bead. A piece of jewelry, that
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2010s Greek Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1980s Gold Plated Faux Pearl Cage Pendent Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
piece to add to your collection, this necklace features a faux pearl encased in a gold tone cage motif
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Michel McNabb for Basha Gold Blue Sugar Coat Enamel Silver Cage Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Michel McNabb is an artisan jewelry designer based in West Palm Beach, practicing masterful
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver, Copper, Enamel

A Certified Emerald Pear Drop Pendant
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
glittering power. A Certified Natural Zambian Emerald Pear Drop Pendant, crafted in an 18 Karat Gold cage
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold

A Certified Emerald  Pear Drop Pendant
A Certified Emerald  Pear Drop Pendant
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W 0.55 in D 0.49 in L 0.95 in
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Gorgeous, Victorian crescent moon pendant
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Coral Diamond Pearl Signed Ghelli Cornetto Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Out of Ordinary An extra – ordinary Italian artful made Cornetto pendant made in a fantastic
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Italian Pearl Lantern Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage 18 karat yellow gold Italian lantern charm pendant. This vintage lantern has some great
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Late 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper Multicolored Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Bright pink, yellow and orange sapphires move freely inside this intricate 18kt Gold cage pendant
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2010s Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Milton Cavagnaro California Abstract Modernist Wooden Man Pendant on Cord
By Milton Cavagnaro
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Rare, hand carved ebony wood man with caged torso pendant necklace created by Milton Cavagnaro of
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Vintage 1950s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

45.3ct Australian Boulder Opal & Diamonds & Pink Sapphire Pendant In Platinum
Located in Bloomington, MN
. The organic caged design adds visual interest and contrast to this one of a kind pendant. Measuring
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

1.15 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Atelier Molinari
Located in SW10 0PU, GB
Handcrafted 1.15 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Inspired by the
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Lauren Harper Sapphire, 18 Karat Gold Shaker Statement Pendant Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
spectacular gem shaped 18kt gold cage. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte gold finish, this pendant
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Scaphandre Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold & Distressed Silver by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Choker pendant in yellow gold and distressed silver. A rotating sphere revealing a planet of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Blue Enamel & Diamonds Locket Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in San Diego, CA
Vivid Royal Blue Enamel & Diamond Oval Locket Pendant Style: Locket ( listing is for Locket only
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Drop Pendant Necklace, Handbag Charm, Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a handbag charm / drop pendant necklace made with natural jadeite jade. It is certified
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Early 2000s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Drop Pendant Necklace, Handbag Charm, Apple Green
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a handbag charm / drop pendant necklace made with natural jadeite jade. It is certified
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Early 2000s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Jade

LB stunning antique Silver Onyx Butterfly pendant necklace with onyx crystal
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers an antique Sterling Silver, onyx, ,and marcasite butterfly pendant
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2010s American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

1.15 Carat Pink Tourmaline & Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Atelier Molinari
Located in SW10 0PU, GB
Handcrafted 1,15 Carats Pink Tourmaline & Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Inspired
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fashion shape cage pendant in 14 kt white
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Lauren Harper .94cts Diamonds, 34cts Loose White Topaz, Gold Pendant on Chains
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Shake up your jewelry wardrobe with this unique piece, filled with faceted sparkling White Topaz
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Birdcage Pendant with Amethyst Gem on Antonia Link Chain &Pave Clasp
Located in Brooklyn, NY
amethyst and blue sapphire to conjure up the best version of you! This pendant is sold on our best selling
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Diamond Coral Crystal Quartz Sphere Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a bar link chain suspending a substantial pendant centering a 30.0 mm round crystal
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Vintage 1970s French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Huge Rare 45.44 Carat Black on Red Australian Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Tustin, CA
opal and diamond estate pendant necklace features a 37.76 carat fiery some what triangular shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Rock Crystal and Silver Pool of Light Charm
Located in Stamford, CT
A pool of light emanates from this charm of rock crystal securely wrapped in a cage of silver to be
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

9ct Gold Antique Turquoise & Seed Pearl Necklace
Located in London, GB
Turquoise Stone with 3 x Genuine seed pearls finished with a swinging caged baroque pearl Pendant Size
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Antique Late 19th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Snowflake Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
by a cage of baguette cut icy white diamonds set in white gold. Snowflake tanzanite and diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pink Sapphire in 18kt Gold Star Necklace on Gold Chains by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Loose pink and white sapphires are held inside this beautiful 18kt yellow Gold Star pendant cage
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Couture 1930s ElsaSchiaparelliStyle Pink FauxRubyGoldGlassBeads Tassel Sautoir
Located in Chicago, IL
-aesthetic couture clothing and handcrafted costume jewelry, which she commissioned from Parisian paruriers
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Snowflake Tanzanite & Diamond Set in 18 Karat White Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
by a cage of baguette cut icy white diamonds set in white gold. Snowflake tanzanite and diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Tanzanite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kent Raible 'Golden Key' Pedant, Brooch 18 Karat Gold Granulation Pearl Spinel
By Kent Raible
Located in Mossrock, WA
fashion the distinction is in the detail, he has built a gilded golden cage around the pearl, all
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Early 2000s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold

Marina J. Black Spinel and Silver Rhodium Sautoir with Removable Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
decorative Rhodium plated hook from which a large cage matrix Centerpiece sits - and multiple strands of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Black Spinel, Rhodium, Silver

14K Gold Black Pearl Caged Pendant Enhancer
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
inside the cage. This piece can be a wonderful and cute pearl piece to add to your jewelry box. Easy wear
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold

14K Gold Black Pearl Caged Pendant Enhancer
14K Gold Black Pearl Caged Pendant Enhancer
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H 0.48 in W 0.36 in
Mid-Century Bird Cage and Kinetic Bird Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine figural bird cage charm. In 14k gold. In the form of a domed birdcage. The interior set
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Mid-Century Bird Cage and Kinetic Bird Charm or Pendant
Mid-Century Bird Cage and Kinetic Bird Charm or Pendant
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H 1.19 in W 1.19 in D 0.6 in
Scarlet Macaw Parrot Bird in Cage Pendant Necklace Enamel Sterling Silver 3-D
Located in New York, NY
This is a delightful vibrant enamel and sterling silver of a Scarlet Macaw Parrot in a Cage Pendant
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Alex Jona Tahiti Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cube Cage Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold cube pendant measuring
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Necklace Featuring Coral Pendant in Cage Set in 14k White and Rose Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Pendant to Drop at Various Lengths Total Mass = 17.5 grams
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2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Maria Kotsoni, Contemprary Sculptural, 18k Tellow Gold Wire-Cage Heart Ring
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
through my heart’ pendant, is symbolic of transparency in love, without hidden secrets or inhibitions. It
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Gold

Antique Gold Silver Diamond Enamel Pocket Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver and 14k gold chain with cage pendant, holding a pocket watch inside. Decorated with
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Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

1980s Gold, Rhinestone & Lucite Bead 4.5" Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
gold rhinestone cone on a rhinestone rondel and topping a clear lucite fluted bead. The bead is caged
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Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

1960s Litacharm Inc. Vintage 14 Karat Gold Lamp Post Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Substantial charm is designed as an antique lamp post with placard Top of charm is a pierced cage
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Vintage 1960s Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

1990s Stephen DWECK Sterling One of Kind Ruilated Quartz Necklace pendant OOAK
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Wallkill, NY
One of Dweck ONE OF KIND Quartz and sterling silver necklace. Quartz caged inside Sterling
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Vintage 1980s American Drop Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Edwardian Sapphire Diamond Platinum-Topped Gold Convertible Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A unique and very unusual diamond and sapphire pendant from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! The pendant
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Necklace Enhancers

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum

DiModolo Favola Coral and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
By Dimodolo
Located in Houston, TX
Coral and diamond pendant signed "DiModolo 750" from the Favola collection. The coral is caged in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cherub Music Box Brooch
Located in New York, NY
filigree cage. There is an attached pendant fitting as well. Self winding mechanism to operate music box. 2
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Vintage 1950s American Brooches

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Gilt Metal

18K Gold & Sterling Silver Beetle Brooch with Rose Cut Diamonds Onyx & Ruby
Located in Venice, CA
reveals a cage-like 18k gold setting for the onyx, as well as detailing on the legs—this is the work of a
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Brooches

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Goshwara Blue Topaz Pear Shape Stones
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
gemstone's color. The stone fits perfectly in our Pear Shape Cage pendant from 'Freedom' Collection. Overall
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Topaz

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Cage Pendant Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of cage pendant jewelry 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, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 13 antique edition and 43 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of cage pendant jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of cage pendant jewelry from Goshwara, TSE and Damiani — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of cage pendant jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 9 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a pear cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of cage pendant jewelry for sale for women should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Cage Pendant Jewelry?

The price for a piece of cage pendant jewelry starts at $183 and tops out at $14,850 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $5,700.

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.