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NO RESERVE! 4.70Ct Fancy Diamond & 0.55Ct Diamond 14 kt. Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm necklace Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Mix Shapes Carat
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.44Ct Fancy Pink Diamond 14 kt. Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm necklace Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

NO RESERVE! - 3.01cttw Fancy Pear Diamonds Halo - 18K White Gold Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Pear Brilliant Carat: 2.50 carat Color: Natural
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Yellow Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.40Ct Fancy Pink Diamond Butterfly 14kt Rose gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 42 cm and 3 cm pendant Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

NO RESERVE 20.12Ct Emeralds & 2.05Ct Diamonds 14 kt. Gold Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
4.5 cm pendant Metal weight: 14.18 gr. Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, customers are
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

NO RESERVE! - 10.67 Cttw Fancy Diamonds 14K White Gold Necklace & Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Length: 42 cm necklace and 4.5 cm pendant Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Multiple
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 10.75Cttw Fancy Diamonds - 14K White gold Necklace With Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace length 42 cm and 3 cm pendant Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Multiple
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Onyx Gold Pendant with Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Deco style. Italy, 1920's. Designed as pavé-set with 127 diamonds in brilliant-cut weighing
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 0.50 Carat Diamond - 14 kt. White gold - Necklace with pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Necklace Length: 45 cm Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Carat: 0.50
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE - VS1 3.01cttw Fancy Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Halo Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Pear Brilliant Carat: 2.50 carat Color: Natural
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! - 5.02 Cushion Fancy Color Double Halo 18K White Gold Pendant
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Center Stone: ___________ Natural Diamond Cut: Cushion Brilliant Carat: 5.02 tcw Color: Fancy Light
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

NO RESERVE! 1.44 Carat Emerald - 14 kt. Gold - Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Don't miss your chance to own this unique and exquisite pendant necklace of top quality Emerald
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Large Citrine Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
( 16,23 mm ) decorated with 84 brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 4.28 carats. White gold chain with
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pendant and Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds in this gorgeous glittering pendant are bright and total approximately 1.9ct. Dotted
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Pendant and Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The diamonds in this gorgeous glittering pendant drops are bright and total approximately 1.52ct
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Vintage 1910s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

18KT Yellow Gold Diamonds Baguette Diamond Cluster Bar Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
A breathtaking scattered cluster baguette of diamonds in this dramatically beautiful bar pendant
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2010s Belgian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Art Deco about 10 carat Diamond Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Art Deco Pendent Chain Necklace in platinum and white gold centered by an approx. 10.00 carat Pear
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Early 20th Century European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

NO RESERVE! 5.01 Carat Tanzanite Circle - 14 kt. Yellow Gold - Pendant Necklace
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Length: 45 cm necklace + 2 cm pendant Item ships from Israeli Diamonds Exchange, customers are
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2010s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
its previous owner. Being an original Art Deco piece, all of the diamonds are Old European cuts and
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful diamond necklace taken from the Art Deco movement. This geometric pendant
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
Located in Riverdale, NY
Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant set in 18k platinum. Antique carved jade panel is held by diamond
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
Art Deco Jade Diamond Pendant
H 17 in W 1.2 in L 2.65 in
Antique Art Deco Platinum 4.37ct Old European Diamond Large Dinner Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Inches Clasp: Lobster Claw Condition: Antique, Art Deco period pendant in excellent condition. Brand new
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 18K Gold 0.60ctw Diamond Flower Cluster Pendant w/ Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Width: 9.5mm (0.37") Pendant Height: 12.3mm (0.48") Thickness: 3mm Condition: Antique Art Deco pendant
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pearl Necklace Pendant
Located in Napoli, Italy
METAL: 18k Gold DESIGN ERA: Art Deco MEASURES: 17,7 inch chain (45 cm) + 1,96 inch pendant (5 cm
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco diamond and pearl platinum pendant featuring a modified marquise shaped pendant
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

925 Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace Natural Emerald and Diamond Chain Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This Natural Emerald and Diamond Chain Necklace is meticulously crafted from the finest materials
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ella Gafter Pearl Art Déco style Diamond Coral Onyx Pendant Necklace
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
a distinctive art déco look. It is accompanied by a 17.5” white gold chain decorated with coral and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria Blue rectangular step cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Diamond 18 Carat Gold Necklace in Art Deco Style
Located in Berlin, DE
An awesome example of Art Deco style. Composed of 24 diamonds and 328 small diamonds with a total
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Late 20th Century Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant and 18 Carat Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
18ct Gold Ruby & Diamond Pendant & 18ct Gold 15.5" Chain Circa 1990 Chain Length 15.5 Inches
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karats Yellow Gold 0.24 Karat White Diamonds Dainty Pendant Chain Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karats Yellow Gold 0.24 Karat White Diamonds Dainty Pendant Chain Necklace A beautiful simple
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2010s Italian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 2.10 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Napoli, Italy
Genuine antique 1930's Art Deco 18k white gold necklace set with one large Old mine cut Diamond in
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 2.20ct Diamond Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
clarity. This elegant pendant comes with an 18 inch, white gold chain. Gemstone: Diamond Stone Shape: Old
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Majestic art deco Chain pendant with diamond and blue opal in 14k gold
Located in Berlin, BE
art that captivates with its elegance and grace. The centerpiece of this pendant is a stunning oval
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold

Blue Pailin Sapphire Diamond Gold Necklace in Art Deco Style
Located in Berlin, DE
wesselton. 14K white gold delicate cable chain links. Total weight: 7,43 g. Dimensions of pendant: ca. 2.28
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace Solid 14k Gold Diamond Wedding.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Solitaire Pendant Necklace Solid 14k Gold Diamond Wedding. Pendant Shape Circle Occasion
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2010s Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco 4CT Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 4CT diamond Art Deco pendants dates from the 1920's. It features three GIA-certified old
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Art Deco .33 Carat Diamond Pendant
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
This 14 Karat Art Deco .33 Carat Diamond Pendant is the perfect accessory for any outfit. Featuring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Deco Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Hummelstown, PA
, suspended below an articulated row of diamonds. Circa 1930s, this lovely pendant is fabricated in platinum
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 1940s Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive Art Deco 0.06 carat diamond and 14 karat white gold drop style pendant; part of our
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 1940s Diamond and White Gold Pendant
Art Deco 1940s Diamond and White Gold Pendant
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H 1.02 in W 0.33 in L 16 in
Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Watch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and unique watch pendant on a chain. Originally a lapel watch from Art Deco period
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Art Deco GIA 0.61ct and 0.67ct Diamond 1.45ct Side Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous platinum pendant necklace from the Art deco era. The pin features 2 sparkling
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

1920s Art Deco Onyx Pearl Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
1920's. Art Deco set with a center diamond weighing 2,40 ct., clarity: VS1, color: cape. 38
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
This exquisite art deo statement piece of jewelry is offered by Alex & Co. This pendant showcases a
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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W 0.89 in D 0.51 in L 1.16 in
Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An alluring, authentic Art Deco diamond pendant necklace chock full of all of the details you would
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
Antique Art Deco 1920s Filigree 7 Diamond Pendant Necklace
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H 1.88 in W 0.75 in L 16 in
Art Deco Diamond Open Circle Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace featuring an Open Circle with a Bow on top. Hand set
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Art Deco Style Pendant 18 Karat Gold Diamonds and Emerald Art Deco Necklace
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Brilliant Art Deco Style Pendant. 18k White Gold 4.50 grams. Total all Diamonds 0.97 carat (center
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2010s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Art Deco 1.05 ct Diamond Halo Pendant, C.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the wonderful Art Deco era is this stately diamond pendant. It has been designed
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Ladies Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Pendant Width: 13.75mm Weight: 4.32 grams Ladies 18K white gold single strand choker diamond and
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Baroque Pearl Diamond Lavaliere Necklace 18ct Gold, Circa 1920
Located in Kendal, GB
and Diamonds are decorated throughout the chain and lead to a beautiful fishhook clasp decorated with
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 1.50ct Emerald and Diamond Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This mesmerising pendant comes to us from the 1920’s Art Deco period. Taking centre stage, an awe
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Mindi Mond Diamond Marquise Bar Pendant Necklace
By Original Deco / Mindi Mond Redesign
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Marquise bar pendant necklace. 18k Yellow Gold 20 inch long chain. Pendant is approximately
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2010s North American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Onyx Jabot Pendant Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
worn on a chain as well as its original function as a Jabot. The pendant is encrusted with diamonds and
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco Airplane Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ruby Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as an airplane with ruby and sapphire wings and diamond
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Airplane Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ruby Charm Pendant
Art Deco Airplane Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ruby Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.12 in L 0.63 in
Antique 1920s Art Deco Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Art Deco 0.37 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage Art Deco 0.14 carat Diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
1940s Art Deco Diamond and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
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W 0.32 in D 18 in L 0.98 in
Art Deco Diamond 1.15 Ct Diamond Twin Target Pendant 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful twin target necklace is Art Deco period 1925 ca Consisting in a double Diamond 18 KT
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco 0.92 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
of diamonds surrounding. The diamonds all match and are F colour and VS clarity. The pendant and
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant Old Mine Cut Diamonds Gold
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Antique Art Deco - Victorian Pendant with a gorgeous central 16 Carat Lapis Lazuli
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 10k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace A pendant necklace featuring a center diamond wreath
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Platinum

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Diamond Art Deco Pendant Diamond Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact diamond art deco pendant diamond chain you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Our collection of these items for sale includes 69 vintage editions and 34 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect diamond art deco pendant diamond chain among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A diamond art deco pendant diamond chain from Beyond Fine Jewelry, Diamonds Mine and Amwaj Jewellery — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and old european cut versions for sale. Most of our diamond art deco pendant diamond chain for sale are for women, but there are 18 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Diamond Art Deco Pendant Diamond Chain?

On average, a diamond art deco pendant diamond chain at 1stDibs sells for $3,629, while they’re typically $470 on the low end and $58,970 for the highest priced versions of this item.

A Close Look at art-deco Jewelry

Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.

The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.

However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)

While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.

Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.

A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.

Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

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. 

Questions About Diamond Art Deco Pendant Diamond Chain
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
    The best chain for a diamond pendant is really a matter of preference. There are various features to look out for when you’re shopping for a chain for your diamond pendant — durability-wise, a cable chain will be strong and versatile for everyday wear. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage chain necklaces and pendant jewelry today.