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Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Curb Mesh Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Type of mesh : filed curb mesh.
Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Chain Choker Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Yellow gold choker necklace featuring a fine
Category
Vintage 1980s French Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flat Curb Mesh Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, owl hallmark.
Type mesh : flat curb chain mesh.
Dimensions :
Length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
French Modern Curb Mesh 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Type of mesh : curb chain.
Dimensions :
Length
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Filed Curb Mesh Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Chain in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark.
Type of link : filed curb mesh.
Dimensions
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 13.30 Ct Diamond Fleur De Lys Curb 18 KT Platinum Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
solid 18 KT gold with a solid Platinum centre piece
Fine curb chain with alternating Diamond set links
Category
Vintage 1940s Italian Retro Chain Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
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H 1.11 in W 1.19 in L 16.93 in
20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Rose Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
by a curb mesh chain with ratchet clasp.
Length : 52.5 cm, width : 5.5 mm.
Total weight of the jewel
Category
20th Century French Belle Époque Chain Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Necklace by Ansuini Italy 18k Gold Ruby Diamond
By Ansuini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
is made of 18 karat yellow gold and composed of the central element hanging on a curb link chain. The
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Chain Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
925 Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Curb Chain Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
1.54g hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain.
Brand new and never worn.
Cross an chain together weigh
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver St. Christopher Medium Round Pendant Curb Chain Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant weighing 1.9g hanging on a 20' (50cm) curb chain.
Brand new and never worn. Excellent quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver St. Christopher Medium Round Pendant Curb Chain Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant weighing 1.9g hanging on a 20' (50cm) curb chain.
Brand new and never worn. Excellent quality
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
9k Yellow Gold St. Christopher Medium Round Pendant Curb Chain Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant weighing 1.8g hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain.
The pendant has full UK hallmarks with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
9k Yellow Gold St. Christopher Medium Round Pendant Curb Chain Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant weighing 1.8g hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain.
The pendant has full UK hallmarks with the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Curb Chain Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle and rhinoceros heads hallmarks .
Timeless antique gold
Category
Vintage 1950s French Retro Choker Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Gem Station Chain and Ear Clips
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Christian Dior Gem Station Chain and Ear Clips from the 1980's. Gilt curb chain with pave
Category
Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Unique 55.80 Ct Natural Sapphire 15.00 Ct 1970 Curb Necklace 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
time costing in a thick curb chain and a main centre piece of geometric composition, sett with
Category
Vintage 1970s European Contemporary Link Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural Blue Zircon 3.78ct Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
diamond-cut curb chain which compliments this pendant well. We have other chain styles and lengths
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 3.55ct Australian Opal Pear Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
an 18" (45cm) diamond cut gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our jewellery is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.50ct Blue Aquamarine & Diamond Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) diamond cut curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
A stunning aquamarine in a beautiful bespoke
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.32ct Vivid Purple Titanium Spinel Diamond 950 Platinum Halo Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
, in a top grade piece.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) curb chain, which compliments this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Spinel, Platinum
5.35ct Pink Orange Rubellite Tourmaline Oval 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
curb chain which compliments this pendant well.
The pendant is brand new and never worn.
Made in the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.66ct Rubellite Tourmaline Pink Oval Cut 9k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
stone measures 10x8mm.
The pendant is hanging an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain which compliments this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
1.60ct Fine Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine & Diamond 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
measures 9x5.4mm.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) platinum curb chain. Which compliments this
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum
1.00ct Vivid Blue Spinel Round Cut 950 Platinum Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) curb chain, which compliments this pendant well.
The
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Spinel, Platinum
3ct Fine Australian White Opal Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) diamond cut gold curb chain. Which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural 1.37ct Pear Cut Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Assay Office to guarantee gold quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
8.88 Carat Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Round Cut Red Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
We have other chain styles and lengths available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
4.02ct Deep Purple Amethyst Round Brilliant 14k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace 10mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
quality.
The pendant is hanging an 18" (45cm) rose gold curb chain which compliments this pendant well
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
4.50ct Natural Pink Morganite Oval Cut 18k White Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Morganite, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vivid Neon Blue Zircon 2.81 Carat Round Cut Platinum Pendant Necklace 7.5mm
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) platinum diamond-cut curb chain which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Zircon, Zircon, Platinum
3.32 Carat Vivid Purple Amethyst Round Diamond Cut Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
We have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lagoon Green Blue Aquamarine & Diamond Pear Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural 'Lagoon' Green Blue Aquamarine And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
3.30 Carat
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.61ct Fine White Opal Oval Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) diamond cut gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.88 Carat Rhodolite Garnet Fancy Round Cut Red Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
We have other chain styles and lengths available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Garnet, Rhodolite, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Deep Red Ruby 0.51ct Round 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
.
The pendant is hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain which suites this pendant well.
Brand new and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
6 Carat Peach Morganite & Diamond Emerald Cut 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our jewellery is posted safely and securely
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Morganite, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
1.63ct Purple Blue Spinel Oval Cut 18k White Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
beautiful 18k white gold solitaire pendant.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) curb chain, which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Deep Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Peacock Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant is hanging on a 16" (40cm) curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
We have other chain
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.56ct Teal Blue Natural Sapphire Diamond Round Cut Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant is hanging on a 18" (45cm) curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
Brand new and never
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
1.32ct Indigo Blue Sapphire 18k White Gold Oval Cut Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
Standard
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.81 Carat Peach Pink Morganite Oval Cut White Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our jewellery is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Morganite, Gold, 9k Gold, White Gold
2.26 Carat Vivid Pink Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
18" (45cm) curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
We have other chain styles and lengths
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1ct Deep Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Hidden Halo Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.70ct Deep Green Blue Sapphire Oval 18k Gold Diamond Surround Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
Vivid Neon Blue Zircon 1.20 Carat Round Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold diamond-cut curb chain which compliments
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
1.17 Carat Vivid Pink Purple Spinel Emerald Cut Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Spinel, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
6.05ct Vivid Yellow Heliodor Golden Beryl Oval 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well. We have other chain styles and lengths available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Beryl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.23 Carat Deep Blue Sapphire & Diamond Crossover 18k Gold Oval Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
to guarantee metal quality.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yello...
Deep Purple Red Ruby 1.20ct Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
rubover bezel setting.
The pendant is hanging on an 18' (45cm) curb chain which suites this pendant well
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.45 Carat Vivid Neon Blue Zircon Emerald Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold diamond-cut curb chain which compliments this pendant well. We have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vivid Neon Blue Zircon 3.10 Carat Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
is hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold diamond-cut curb chain which compliments this pendant well. We have
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Untreated Deep Red Ruby 0.51ct Oval Cut 18k Yellow Gold Rubover Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
' (45cm) curb chain which suites this pendant well.
Brand new and never worn.
Fully hallmarked by
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.17ct Untreated Deep Blue Sapphire Pear 18k White Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain which compliments this pendant well.
A solid 18k white gold pendant featuring a rare
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Certified 3.70 Carat Jadeite A-Grade Jade Fine Green Untreated 18k Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural IGI Certified A-Grade Jadeite Jade Untreated 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
Stunning
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Pink Orange Padparadscha Sapphire & Diamond 18k Gold Halo Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
stone.
The pendant is hanging on an 18" (45cm) yellow gold curb chain which compliments this pendant
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Padparadscha Sapphire , Gold, 18k Gold...
Fine Ceylon Cornflower Blue Sapphire & Diamond Round Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well. We have other chain styles and lengths available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
8.42ct GIA Certified Untreated Green Jadeite Jade A Grade 18k White Gold Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
with typical mottled green colour.
The pendant is hanging on a fine 18k white gold curb chain. Suits
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1.65ct Natural Blue Zircon Fancy Cut 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hidden Halo Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hanging on an 18" (45cm) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our jewellery is
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Zircon, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Bi Colour Australian Sapphire And Diamond 18k White Gold Round Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
) gold curb chain. Which compliments this pendant well.
All our jewellery is posted safely and securely
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, ...
IGI Certified 1.46ct Colour Change Untreated Fancy Cut Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
" (45cm) curb chain. Which suites this pendant well.
The pendant is brand new and never worn.
A unique
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Purple Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
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Curb Chain Gem Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the curb chain gem necklace you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 49 vintage or 258 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect curb chain gem necklace 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. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic curb chain gem necklace over the years, but those made by Gems and Jewels UK, Bulgari and Alistair R are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A curb chain gem necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring sapphire, from our inventory of 129, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and pear cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a curb chain gem necklace, 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 Curb Chain Gem Necklace?
The price for a curb chain gem necklace starts at $36 and tops out at $48,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,029.
Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.