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Vintage Large 14k Milor Italy Open Filigree Cross Necklace Pendant Statement
Located in Sausalito, CA
Large stunning 14k yellow gold pendant featuring open metal work in a diamond / cross shape. Size
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20th Century Italian Byzantine More Jewelry

Yellow Gold Large Filigree Cross Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Theme: Cross Style: Filigree
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage French Filigree Cross Yellow Gold
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage French Filigree Cross in Yellow Gold is a striking and elegant piece of religious
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French Filigree Cross Yellow Gold
Vintage French Filigree Cross Yellow Gold
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W 1.23 in L 2.13 in
Dimos 18k Gold Neoclassic Filigree Cross
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold neoclassic cross made with filigrees. In the center a rosette hosts a diamond to
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Vintage 1960s Greek Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Neoclassic Filigree Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Neoclassic Filigree Cross
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H 1.575 in W 0.866 in
Gilded Filigree Cross Pendant Statement Necklace By Jose & Maria Barrera, 1990s
By Jose and Maria Barrera
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the '90s - Gold plated - 36" textured link chain - Pendant measures 5" x 3" - Hook clasp - By Barrera (signed on pendant...
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1990s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Vintage 10K Diamond Cut Filigree Cross Pendant
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous, vintage cross pendant is 10k yellow gold. It features a filigree, diamond cut design
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Late 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold

Vintage 10K Diamond Cut Filigree Cross Pendant
Vintage 10K Diamond Cut Filigree Cross Pendant
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W 0.94 in L 1.5 in
Large diamond cross filigree hand workmanship 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
CENTER STONE: NATURAL DIAMONDS CARAT: 0.40CT CLARITY: VS-SI COLOR: G CUT: ROUND BRILLIANT GRAM WEIGHT: 1.80gr GOLD: 14KT yellow gold Pendant does NOT with the chain! WHAT YOU GET ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Filigree cross in 18k yellow gold with 0.12 carats brilliant cut diamonds. The smoothness and the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Diamonds
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W 0.866 in D 0.118 in L 1.496 in
Antique 14K Gold Filigree and Cannetille Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
filigree wirework and the so-called spiders or small flower knots. This beautiful handmade gold cross
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Filigree Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
filigree wirework and the so-called spiders or small flower knots. This beautiful handmade gold cross
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Antique Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Filigree cross pendant in 18k gold with 0.70 carats sapphires. The smoothness and the peacefulness
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
Dimos 18k Gold Filigree Cross Pendant with Marquise Sapphires
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H 1.575 in W 1.181 in D 0.157 in
Rachel Koen Crucifix Filigree Cross Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This meaningful cross pendant shines in lustrous 14K yellow gold. Features a crucifix filigree
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Filigree Cross with Marquise Cut Emerald
Located in Athens, GR
A majestic cross in 22 karat yellow gold with filigree work topped with red and blue enamel giving
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 22k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Filigree Cross with Marquise Cut Emerald
Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Filigree Cross with Marquise Cut Emerald
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H 2.047 in W 1.063 in D 0.138 in
Gilt Sterling Silver Filigree Wire and Garnet Gemstone Pendant Cross
Located in Philadelphia, PA
to the top with a bail and filigree wire jump ring. Simply a wonderful cross! Date: 20th Century
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal

Filigree Byzantine Cross Pendant with Enamel & Ruby in 22Kt Yellow Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Byzantine cross pendant handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featuring a round tourmaline center and
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold

Portugal 1930 Fine Filigree Byzantine Type Pendant Cross In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Portuguese filigree pendant cross. Beautiful pendant cross, created in Portugal, during the
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Vintage 1930s Portuguese Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold Cross Necklace with Chain
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
14K gold cross pendant necklace with chain. Cross features delicate filigree scalloped edges and
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

14K Gold Cross Necklace with Chain
14K Gold Cross Necklace with Chain
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W 1 in L 1.5 in
Rachel Koen Two Tone Crucifix Filigree Cross Pendant 14k Yellow and White Gold
Located in New York, NY
filigree cross pendant in two tone gold. Pendant size: 2 inches x 1.2 inches. Total weight: 3.09 grams
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Jill Garber Antique Love Token Talisman Necklace Mother-of-Pearl Cross Necklace
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
century Mother-of-Pearl, sterling filigree French Christening cross. Meticulously curated, iconic
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21st Century and Contemporary American Gilded Age Drop Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Miriam Haskell Turquoise Pate de Verre Cross Pendant Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell's Turquoise pate de verre cross pendant necklace. Embellished with gilt facated
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Vintage 1950s American Renaissance Drop Necklaces

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Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal, Cut Steel

A.Jeschel Stunning Keshi Pearl necklace with silver cross pendant.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
silver cross, adorned with inlaid coral and intricate silver filigree work, showcasing the skill and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Jasper, Sterling Silver

A large antiqued gold filigree link chain necklace, Goossens for Chanel, 1960s.
By Maison Goossens for Chanel
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
in the Byzantine style, from delicate filigree metal links, that create a graduated necklace. A very
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Vintage 1960s French Byzantine Link Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Old Mine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Enamel Cross Necklace Tourmaline Clasp
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Cross Pendant Necklace set with a Cross with a sparkling Old Mine Cut
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Jill Garber Antique Austro Hungarian Cross Necklace with Turquoise and Amethyst
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
overall length of this necklace is 19.50 inches, plus the 2.88 inch cross with jeweled bale. "Heavenly
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2010s American Baroque Drop Necklaces

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Amethyst, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Ladies Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Old Cuts Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
: 2.75 Inches Width: 45 mm Weight: 10.60 grams Ladies handmade filigreed silver and 18K white gold
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Diamond set 18k white gold OHLIGUER croc Dragon tail cross pendant necklace
Located in Brisbane, AU
Custom OHLIGUER Croc tail Cross pendant in 18ct white gold With 18ct gold extender chain Croc
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2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

A.Jeschel Large Sterling Silver Cross hangs from a Moonstone and Onyx Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
necklace of white Moonstone, Onyx beads, and filigreed Tibetan Sterling Silver beads. The clasp is of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Moonstone, Onyx, Sterling Silver

10K Yellow Over Sterling Silver 1/4 Ct Champagne Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Embrace your spirituality with this unique, art-deco like filigree cross pendant. Elegant strands
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sterling Silver

Victorian Silver Gilt Filigree Pomander Locket
Located in New York, NY
other has a Maltese cross. The openwork filigree locket can hold a perfumed cotton for scents. Likely
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Vermeil, Silver

Victorian Silver Gilt Filigree Pomander Locket
Victorian Silver Gilt Filigree Pomander Locket
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H 2 in W 1.25 in L 16 in
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Multicolor Cross
Located in Athens, GR
authentic multicolor look of the Byzantine era. Artwork with filigrees and granulation complete this cross.
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Multicolor Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Multicolor Cross
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H 2.638 in W 1.575 in
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Aquamarine Cross
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold cross from the Noir collection and this one apart of the seven 0.14 carats very
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Aquamarine Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Aquamarine Cross
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H 1.772 in W 1.063 in D 0.157 in
Victorian Smoky Quartz Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, scrolling filigree details around the middle of the cross. All of it is meticulously milgrained. And what
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Located in Athens, GR
Noir cross in 18 karat yellow gold decorated with granulation and filigrees. The 12 diamonds
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Antique 16th Century Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
Dimos 18k Gold Noir Byzantine Diamonds Cross
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H 1.772 in W 0.984 in
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

Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Peridot
Located in Athens, GR
and filigree work. The cross pendant is meticulously crafted with granulation technique, which involve
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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Peridot
Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Peridot
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H 1.771 in W 1.496 in
6.50 Carat Sapphire and Canary Diamond Cross
Located in METAIRIE, LA
In 14 Karat Yellow Gold, with Filigree work as well as finely detailed Hand Engraved accents
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

6.50 Carat Sapphire and Canary Diamond Cross
6.50 Carat Sapphire and Canary Diamond Cross
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W 1.5 in L 2.75 in
Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Inspired Cross with Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold Byzantine Inspired Cross that showcases intricate design and craftsmanship. This cross
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Classic Greek Cross with Blue Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
An 18k gold Greek Cross with blue sapphires, granulation, and filigree decoration is a stunning
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Mid-20th Century Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond and Silver Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique early 19th century silver triple drop panel filigree cross pendant. The three
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Antique Early 19th Century Belgian Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Silver

Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
- encrusted with six individual small diamonds within a frame setting and body of chased, filigree-worked
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Antique Mid-18th Century French Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold

Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
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W 2.05 in L 3.27 in
Vintage Italian Cross 18kt Yellow Gold Leaves and Flowers Carved
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This vintage italian cross impresses by the precision and the detail of the decoration. The entire
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Cross Crucifix Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 1.22 g
Located in SE
filigree but even diamonds can chip or stones fall out if proper care is not taken. WEIGHT OF THE STONES
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Georgian 18 Kt table Cut Diamond Flemish Large Cross Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
– 1820 ca – traditional Flemish cross in elaborate filigree work typical of the Georgian era, extremely
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Antique Early 19th Century European Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Granulation Square Obsidian byzantine Cross Pendant Emerald Pearls in 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Obsidian Pendant with a hand carved byzantine cross on it, handcrafted with Granulation in 22Kt
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Hand Hammering Pendant with Carved Amethyst & Round Pearl in 22Kt Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Cross Hand hammering Pendant Necklace handcrafted in 22Kt yellow gold, featurig pearl center and
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2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18th Century Emerald 18K Gold Iberian Cross Pendant, Certified
Located in Rotterdam, NL
individual table cut Colombian emerald stones within a setting and body of chased, filigree work, articulated
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Antique Late 18th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 17th ct. Cross Crucifix Diamonds 19K Yellow Gold / 9 gr
Located in SE
Very rare ca. early 17th century likely Italian or Spanish 19K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with 24
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Antique Late 17th Century European Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, 18k Gold

Russian Imperial Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4.5cm / 4.2gr
Located in SE
Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Yellow Gold. Delicate hand - engraved ornament
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Antique Austrian Bohemian Cross Silver Turquoise Garnet Pearl Enamel Pendant/11g
Located in SE
Antique Cross in guilt Silver decorated with natural blue Turquoises, one Garnets ,one natural
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Antique Early 1900s Austrian Renaissance Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, Turquoise, Silver, Enamel

Antique Cross Crucifix Diamonds solid 18K Gold Blue Enamel / 6.7 gr
Located in SE
Russian or European ca. early XX cent. Gold, Enamel and Diamonds Cross Pendant. Handcrafted in 18K
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Antique Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Cross In 14Kt Gold With Diamond And Sapphire
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque cross. Beautiful cross from the Belle Epoque period, created during the
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Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

14 K Rose Gold "Antiqued" Cross with 12 Round Natural Light "Pink" Diamonds
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
1.25cts. and 28 round diamonds weighing approximately .50pts. set in a filigree style cross on a 20 inch
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pink Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Diana M. 18 kt white gold, 1.5" diamond rounded off cross pendant .60cts
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
18 kt white gold, 1.5" diamond rounded off cross pendant adorned with 0.60 cts tw of round diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /5cm /2.1 gr
Located in SE
Ukrainian / Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Rose Gold. Delicate hand-engraved
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /5cm /3.9 gr
Located in SE
Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Rose Gold and Yellow (body of Christ ) Gold
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Edwardian 1905 Belle Epoque Cross In 14Kt Gold Palladium Diamond And 4 Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian belle époque cross. Beautiful cross from the Belle Epoque period, created during the
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Antique Early 1900s North American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Pall...

Imperial Russian Georgian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 56 / 14K Gold /4cm /2 gr
Located in SE
Russian / Georgian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Gold. Delicate hand - engraved ornament
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Antique Early 1900s Georgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Vintage Chinese White Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with white and pink flower designs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Vintage Chinese Blue Porcelain Necklace
Located in Chesterland, OH
This vintage Chinese porcelain bead necklace features 50 beads with blue and pink flower designs
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Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

18ct 750 Gold Antique Necklace
Located in London, GB
Vintage 18ct 750 Gold Maltese Filigree Cross Cross is Deep yellow Gold with a seamless jump ring
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

18ct 750 Gold Antique Necklace
18ct 750 Gold Antique Necklace
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Filigree Cross Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact filigree cross necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. You can easily find a 139 antique edition and 33 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a filigree cross necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a filigree cross necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Elaine Silverstein and Jill Garber are consistently popular. A filigree cross necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 37 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a filigree cross necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Filigree Cross Necklace?

The price for a filigree cross necklace starts at $119 and tops out at $64,692 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,850.

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 Filigree Cross Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A necklace with a cross is simply called a necklace with a cross or a “cross necklace.” This refers to any necklace that features a Christian cross or crucifix (and is considered emblematic of a commitment to Christianity). Shop a range of antique and vintage cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A necklace with a cross on it typically means that the person wearing it is a Christian. The cross represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and wearing one is traditionally a symbol of religious faith. However, some people wear vintage and antique cross jewelry only as a fashion statement. Find a wide variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether it's good to wear a cross necklace is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people do wear them to symbolize their religious faith because the cross is a symbol of Christianity. Others just find the shape visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, it is generally okay to wear a necklace with a cross on it. To many people, the cross is a symbol of Christian faith, and they may choose to wear a pendant shaped like one to represent their religious beliefs. However, cross necklaces can also be secular, with some individuals wearing them simply because they like their appearance. Find a variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    What size cross necklace is best for a man is a matter of personal taste. If you want a subtle look, consider pendants that are 1 inch tall or less and chains that are 18 to 20 inches in length. Larger pendants and longer chains will stand out more. Shop an assortment of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.