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Ruby and diamond pendant art deco 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
Ruby and diamond cluster pendant 18K white gold Composed of ruby and diamonds art deco pendant in
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21st Century and Contemporary British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White 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 Diamonds Platinum Pendant
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Art Deco Diamonds Platinum Pendant Old amazing pendant from 1940 in France. Set with quality
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Vintage 1940s French 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
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H 17 in W 1.2 in L 2.65 in
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Main diamond approx. 1.2ct, other 96 old-cut diamonds total approx. 1.43ct. Measurement: pendant
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Pendant Necklace
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Dm 1.78 in L 31.5 in
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
sapphires. A classic Art Deco with geometric shapes and milgrain settings. Pendant Length: 1.75 inches
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Platinum Pendant
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W 1.15 in L 1.75 in
Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
Located in Berlin, DE
Art Déco design, Europe 1930's. Aquamarine measurements are: 0.76 x 0.52 x 0.31 in ( 19,42 x
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
Art Deco Aquamarine Diamonds Gold Pendant
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H 1.5 in W 0.91 in
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 Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
Circa 1970-1975. Composed as pavé-set diamond neckchain with shield-shaped pavé diamond pendant
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20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White 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

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

Art Deco platinum diamond pearl tassel pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful Art Deco era tassel pendant featuring 23 strings of white natural pearl beads
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Diamonds White Gold Art Deco Pendant Handcrafted
Located in Milano, IT
Lovely 18 karat white gold Art Deco pendant with 1 central natural rose cut diamond 0.05 cw circa
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Vintage 1920s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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 Diamond Boar Pendant, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A stunning pendant, all handcrafted from platinum, featuring grain set old cut diamonds all over
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 2.20ct Diamond Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Dating back to the 1920s is this classy diamond cluster pendant. To the centre sits an 0.85 carat
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Aquamarine: 21.00 tcw - approximately Diamond: 2.8 ct twd Pendant Length from Bale to
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Antique 19th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Carved Ruby and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco carved ruby and diamond platinum pendant featuring 4 carved, leaf motif cabochon
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Art Deco Inspired Sonia B. Diamond Necklace Pendant
By Sonia B
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite diamond Art Deco-inspired Pin Pendant, by Sonia B., a true masterpiece that effortlessly
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Enamel and Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous creation taken from the pinnacle of the Art Deco movement. This romantic
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as an anchor, set with 23 round brilliant cut white
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20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Anchor Charm Pendant
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W 0.48 in D 0.07 in L 0.63 in
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

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

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

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

Vintage Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Pendant
Located in Johns Creek, GA
This beautiful one-of-a-kind pendant/ brooch was from the Estate of Alfred W. Miles. Mr. Miles was
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Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Smoky Quartz Diamond Gold Pendant Charm
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A beautiful Art Deco c.1920s Bead cut Smoky Quartz and Rose Cut Diamond pendant / Charm. The
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Convertible Pendant Brooch
Located in Cape May, NJ
Era: Art Deco Metal Composition: Platinum Primary Stone: Diamond Carat Weight: .60 CT Color: G
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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 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 Platinum Diamond and Emerald Devil Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This platinum Art Deco pendant features nine single cut diamonds and an assortment of triangluar
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, 14k Gold, White Gold

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

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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
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 Pearl, Diamond And Platinum Pendant, Circa 1930
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco pearl and diamond pendant, with the centre filled with rows of cultured / natural seed
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

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 Prancing Horse Diamond Charm Pendant in Platinum
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: An Art Deco period diamond horse charm in platinum. Crafted in
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 3.50 Carat Diamond Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Discover timeless elegance with our Art Deco Style Vintage Diamond Pendant, crafted from luxurious
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2010s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

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

Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Art Deco is an artistic style that was born in Paris after the Second World War and that emerged as
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
Art Deco French pendant Brooch Onix Gold 18kt diamonds
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H 27.09 in W 11.97 in D 0.2 in Dm 11.97 in
Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Onyx Jabot Pendant Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
We’ve made this Art Deco platinum jabot pin multifunctional by adding two bails so that it can be
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

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 Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Fan Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Art Deco platinum charm pendant designed as a lady’s fan set with sapphires, emeralds and
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Fan Charm Pendant
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Fan Charm Pendant
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W 0.99 in D 0.08 in L 0.79 in
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
Art Deco 50.00 Ct Natural Turquoise Diamond Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An impressive late Art Deco period large sized pendant. Hand crafted of solid Platinum and solid 18
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Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Art Deco 0.60ct Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
This dainty Diamond and Pearl pendant was hand crafted in the 1920s. Centring around a 4mm drop
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Art Deco Inspired Pendant Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
Inspired by Art Deco design, this signature pendant is a piece of art. The beautifully made pendant
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Antique Art Deco 1.75 Carat Diamond and Platinum Drop Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.75 carat diamond and platinum Art Deco drop pendant; part of our
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Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

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

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco Old European Diamond Platinum Antique Pendant Brooch
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Stunning original Art Deco diamond brooch handcrafted in platinum. The pin features a center
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

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 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

4.10 Carat Diamond Art Deco Style Platinum Brooch Pendant
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A beautiful Art Deco style Diamond platinum brooch and pendant. The brooch is made up of round
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique Art Deco Diamond Emerald Platinum Bow Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Enhance your look with this exquisite Antique Art Deco Pendant Necklace & Brooch piece. Style open
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Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Hammerman Brothers 14.22Ct. Diamond, & 56.63Ct. Kunzite, Art Deco Style Pendant
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
American made. This magnificent Art Deco-inspired pendant is the perfect example of their extraordinary
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Kunzite, Platinum

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

Antique Art Deco Onyx and Diamond Platinum Pendant, Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique onyx and 0.72 carat diamond, platinum Art Deco pendant; part of our
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

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Diamond Pendant Art Deco For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate diamond pendant art deco for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Platinum and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a diamond pendant art deco from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a diamond pendant art deco has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Kian Design, Luigi Ferrara and Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc. are consistently popular. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. Finding a diamond pendant art deco for sale for women should be easy, but there are 351 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Diamond Pendant Art Deco?

Prices for a diamond pendant art deco can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $175 and can go as high as $850,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,783.

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.