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Italian 18K Gold Vintage Cross Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An Italian 18 karat gold cross charm pendant. This vintage religious cross charm has a beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Italian 18K Gold Vintage Cross Charm Pendant
Italian 18K Gold Vintage Cross Charm Pendant
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W 0.56 in L 0.99 in
Large Italian Dancing Diamonds Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large gold cross featuring 18 round brilliant-cut diamonds which are bezel-set in slides that
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Italian Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous vintage coral cross pendant and necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold ( the baile of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Modern Cross Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Modern Cross Yellow Gold is a contemporary interpretation of a classic religious symbol
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Modern Cross Yellow Gold
Italian Modern Cross Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.5 in
Italian Cross Pendant Necklace, 14k White Gold Faith Gift
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: Guaranteed 14k Gold as stamped Chain Style: Box Chain: length 17 3/4", width 1/16
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Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold

14 Karat Gold & Diamond Pendant Cross
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage estate cross pendant. In 14k gold. Prong-set with 42 tiny round diamonds & 10
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20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Gold & Diamond Pendant Cross
14 Karat Gold & Diamond Pendant Cross
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H 8 in W 0.52 in D 0.2 in
Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Early 19th Century Italian Coral Cross Pendant
Located in Austin, TX
A stunning coral cross formed by tubular reddish-organge pieces of coral, capped with 14k gold
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Antique 1810s Italian Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver

Diamond White Gold 750 Cross Pendant
Located in Lucerne, CH
Gorgeous white gold 750 cross pendant carefully set with 88 brilliant cut diamonds totaling approx
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant #12957
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Gorgeous 14K yellow gold cross pendant! Size: 33.5mm x 17m x 1.5mm Weight: 2.1gr / 1.3dwt
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross pendant necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Introducing the TIMELESS Cross Necklace, elegantly crafted in 18Kt rose gold, with a weight of 4.07
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Cross pendant necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
Presenting the TIMELESS Cross Necklace, skillfully crafted in 18Kt white gold with a weight of 5.60
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Satin Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Satin Cross is a beautifully crafted and symbolic piece of religious
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Satin Cross
Italian 18kt Yellow Gold Satin Cross
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W 1.23 in L 2.01 in
Contemporary Italian Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Contemporary Italian Gold Cross with Diamonds combines traditional religious symbolism with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Contemporary Italian Gold Cross with Diamonds
Contemporary Italian Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.56 in L 0.71 in
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold fashionable cross pendant is from Timeless Collection. The cross pendant is made of
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold & 0.80ct Diamond (G/VS) Italian Vintage Cross / Crucifix Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Cross / Crucifix Pendant, (stamped 750 to the reverse) set with 8 round
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Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold modern cross pendant is from Timeless Collection. The cross pendant is decorated by
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian 14k Gold Cross Pendant Necklace for Men, only made to order.
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
cross is suspended from a sturdy Forzatina chain, which is made of solid gold. This necklace is perfect
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
and elegant this vintage Italian cross is hand-crafted with floral motifs. The 18kt yellow gold cross
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
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W 1.38 in L 2.37 in
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold fashionable cross pendant is from Timeless Collection. This piece of jewellery is
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
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W 0.75 in L 1.07 in
14kt White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cross Pendant, w/ Chain, .25cttw Italian
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful 14kt white gold cross with 4 invisible set princess cut blue sapphires of approximately
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
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H 1.26 in W 0.75 in L 0.95 in
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Produced by award winning Italian designer Stefano Vitolo. Stefano creates custom artisanal one of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
Vitolo 18 Karat Gold Diamond Cross Pendant
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H 1.26 in W 0.75 in L 0.95 in
Yellow and White Gold Italian Cross Satiné
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Yellow and White Gold Italian Cross Satiné, crafted in 18kt gold, epitomizes Italian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow and White Gold Italian Cross Satiné
Yellow and White Gold Italian Cross Satiné
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W 0.67 in L 1.38 in
Modern Italian Cross Yellow Gold Tubular Design
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
heirloom-quality pieces. Overall, the Modern Italian Cross Yellow Gold Tubular Design in 18kt exemplifies
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Italian Cross Yellow Gold Tubular Design
Modern Italian Cross Yellow Gold Tubular Design
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W 1.66 in D 0.32 in L 2.96 in
Modern Italian "Chapiteau" Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Modern Italian "Chapiteau" Gold Cross with Diamonds is a contemporary and stylish piece of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Contemporary Italian Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This contemporary Cross is entirely made of 18kt Yellow Gold and it was manufactured in Arezzo
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Italian Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Contemporary Italian Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold
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W 0.52 in D 0.16 in L 0.95 in
Italian 18kt Yellow and White Gold Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian 18kt Yellow and White Gold Cross is a piece of jewelry that combines the beauty of two
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18kt Yellow and White Gold Cross
Italian 18kt Yellow and White Gold Cross
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W 0.79 in L 1.34 in
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Italian onyx cross pendant with 18 karat gold harness and pearls / Made in Italy 1870s-1890s
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
18 Karat Gold Pearl and Onyx Cross Pendant
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H 3.47 in W 1.58 in
Emerald Cross pendant necklace
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
TIMELESS Necklace Cross in white gold 18Kt 9.50 gr with 5 Emerald Cut Green Emerald in total 2.24
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Elegant cross pendant necklace in 18 kt white
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Budded Cross Pendant - 14k Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Budded Cross, Faith Features: Open Cut Detailing
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Diamonds 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite 1940s cross pendant, crafted in 9-karat yellow gold, carries the unchanged luster of
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Vintage 1940s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage Italian Enamelled Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Beautiful Vintage Italian cross from the 70s. For the work of this pendant, the technique of green
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Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Italian Enamelled Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Enamelled Cross 18kt Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 1.54 in
0.42 Carats Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 karat
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold pendant cross mounted with diamonds made by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.42 Carats Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Flexible Cross Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold flexible cross pendant is from Timeless Collection. This piece of jewellery is made
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond Ruby Cross Pendant
By Vitale 1913
Located in Monte-Carlo, MC
18K white gold elegant cross pendant is from Timeless Collection. The cross is decorated by
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful cross pendant in 18 kt white gold structure
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 9 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing cross pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Cross Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cross diamond pendant necklace, made in Italy Round-cut diamonds of 1 carat, 18 karat white gold
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cross Diamond Pendant Necklace
Cross Diamond Pendant Necklace
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W 0.94 in L 1.5 in
Diamond Cross Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
Crafted in 18k white gold, this impressive diamond cross is set with 11 brilliant-cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
Diamond Cross Pendant in 18 Karat White Gold
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W 0.98 in L 1.49 in
Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond cross pendant necklace, made in Italy Round-cut diamonds of 0.70 carat, 18 karat white
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
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W 0.48 in L 0.56 in
Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Diamond cross pendant necklace, made in Italy White and clean round brilliant-cut diamonds of 0.55
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
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W 0.63 in L 0.83 in
Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Small and simple cross shape pendant necklace realized in
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Cross Pendant Chain Necklace #16466
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K White Gold Cross Pendant Chain Necklace This beautiful piece features a gorgeous 14K
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rubellite Tourmaline Baguettes and Diamond Gold Cross, Italy
By Gilberto Cassola
Located in Valenza, AL
Gilberto Cassola 18Kt Rose Gold Cross Pendant with Rubellite Tourmaline Baguettes and White
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rubelite, Diamond, 18k Gold

Rubellite Tourmaline Baguettes and Diamond Gold Cross, Italy
Rubellite Tourmaline Baguettes and Diamond Gold Cross, Italy
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H 0.2 in W 1.03 in L 1.88 in
Italian Modern 18kt White and Yellow Gold Cross
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Modern 18kt White and Yellow Gold Cross is a wonderful piece of jewelry that combines
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Modern 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Modern 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds is a marvelous piece of jewelry that exudes
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold Flowers Carved
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The work on this cross is highly detailed giving it a unique beauty. This antique italian cross
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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold Flowers Carved
Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold Flowers Carved
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W 1.19 in D 0.08 in L 2.01 in
1970s Cross Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Oversized Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cross Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Oversized Pendant. Circa 1970.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Templar Style Italian Vintage Gold Cross with Emeralds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This vintage cross was created by the Italian goldsmith company Ikebana Preziosi from Arezzo. This
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Handcraft Cross 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold pendant cross mounted with oval cut Brazilian
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian Yellow and White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian Yellow and White Gold Cross with Diamonds featuring relief work is a stunning piece of
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20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Yellow and White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Italian Yellow and White Gold Cross with Diamonds
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W 0.6 in D 0.12 in L 0.99 in
Handcraft Cross 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold pendant cross mounted with diamonds made by our
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Italian 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Italian 18kt White Gold Cross with Diamonds is a beautiful and timeless piece of
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20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Cross Pendant Italian Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of cross pendant italian gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 10 antique edition and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of cross pendant italian gold among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of cross pendant italian gold — no matter the origin — is easy, but Gilberto Cassola, Buccellati and FERRUCCI each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of cross pendant italian gold can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 10 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a baguette cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of cross pendant italian gold, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Cross Pendant Italian Gold?

The price for a piece of cross pendant italian gold starts at $1,167 and tops out at $18,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,928.

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.