Faberge Cross Pendant
2010s Pendant Necklaces
1990s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold
Antique 17th Century French Baroque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Russian Russian Empire Brooches
14k Gold, Gold
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14k Gold, Gold
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Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Necklace Enhancers
2010s Signet Rings
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Diamond, Platinum
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Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Early 2000s German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Crystal, Gold Plate
Early 2000s German Art Deco Dome Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s American Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Brooches
Diamond, Platinum
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Early 2000s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Agate, 14k Gold
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Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel
Antique 1890s Russian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s French Artist Chain Necklaces
18k Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal
Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Late 20th Century German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Russian Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
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18k Gold
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Jade, 14k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021The meaning of a cross pendant is generally that it is a symbol of the Christian faith. It represents a person’s belief, provides comfort for the wearer, and promotes awareness of the religion. Cross pendants have been worn for centuries and are popular today. Shop a range of antique and vintage cross pendants on 1stDibs.
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