14K Gold Victorian Inspired Signature Fox Pendant-Charm
Located in Venice, CA
They are a unique way to add personal meaning and symbolism to fashion. This particular pendant-charm would be great for the fox lover. If you like this charm, check out our addition...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Enamel Gold Spinning Top Pendant Charm and Chain
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
This romantic spinning top charm is custom designed by Steven Fox and was inspired by a similar Victorian pendant he gifted to his wife.
18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Fox Head Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fox Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately This exquisite pendant showcases a beautifully detailed fox head, crafted from 18ct yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Gold Enameled Fox Pendant with Diamond Halo Signature Piece
Located in Venice, CA
We fell in love with this 14k gold hand-painted fox—a treasure from the Victorian era—and added a diamond halo and 14k gold bail to covert the piece into a cunning pendant!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Hand-Carved Citrine Fox 18K Gold Pendant with Emeralds, Diamonds and Enamel
Located in ראשון לציון, IL
At the center of the pendant is a fox individually hand-carved from natural citrine.
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Antique Essex Crystal Fox Terrier Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Charm Dog Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Essex crystal pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1920s).
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Ornate Antique Georgian 15K Gold Carnelian Intaglio Fox Motif Fob Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Georgian 15K yellow gold carnelian intaglio Turner crest ornate fob pendant featuring a prominent fox motif central design and striking sea shells and roses along...
Carnelian, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
"Stealthy" Fox Pendant with Rubies & Diamond on 16" Rope Chain, All in14K Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Weights & Measurements: > Necklace length: 16" > Pendant: 43mm wide x 23mm long (roughly 1-3/4 x 7/8") > Rope chain thickness: 1.4mm > Diamond: 2.5mm (approximately 0.06 carats) > N...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Antique 18kt Gold Blood Stone Fox Watch Fob , Figural Charm Pendant
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Featuring a stunning pair of intricately sculpted foxes, the pendant exudes a sense of movement and elegance, bringing the foxes to life.
Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Chalcedony Fox Seal with Chased Split Ring Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique early Victorian 9ct gold seal fob pendant, showcasing intricate craftsmanship.
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Carved Crucifix Natural Burma Sapphire Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Height of sapphire pendant is 1 1/8" by 1" in width. Designed by Steven Fox Jewelry.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fox Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in London, GB
The 9ct Gold Fox pendant captures the grace and movement of this stunning hunter.
Rare Gold Fox in his Den Pendant
Located in TRYON, NC
The beautifully carved fox is curled up on a bed of white gold grass with a bird friend stopping by to say Hello. The fox is surrounded by intertwined gold branches. This is 2/100 l...
14k Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Fox Pendant with Ruby Eyes
Located in Pikesville, MD
An adorable 14 karat yellow gold fox is curled up with a round brilliant diamond encrusted tail and vivid marquise cut ruby eyes.
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
H 0.68 in W 0.66 in D 0.06 in
The Zorro Fox Ethical Amulet 18ct Fairmined Gold Green Diamond Eyes Pendant
Located in London, London
The Zorro Fox ethical amulet is handcrafted with 18ct Fairmined gold and 1.5 mm diameter green diamond eyes.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.1 in W 1.1 in
Antique Guilloche Enamel Miniature Painting Pendent, 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Antique English miniature painting of fox hunt pendant in 9k yellow gold. c.1920-1940 unmarked tested and guaranteed.
9k Gold
Reverse Painted Fox Crystal Pendant
Located in TRYON, NC
Beautifully executed reverse painting of a fox head. The crystal is surrounded by a row of pave set yellow sapphires and a row of champagne colored diamonds,all set in 18 kt. The fox...
Brown Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unsigned 1960s Oversized Gold Fox Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The most amazing 1960s fox pendant! Intricately detailed oversized fox head pendant with woven braided gold chain.
Victorian Fox with Ruby Eyes Pendant Charm Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian pendant with a beautifully modeled Fox head in 9 Karat Gold with two Ruby eyes.
Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold
French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Red Ruby Bloodstone Fox Seal Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a realistically modelled fox with red ruby eyes standing on top of a bloodstone seal tablet.
Agate, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, Edwardian Fox Head, Pendant Charm with Cabochon Ruby Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fox Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This stunning antique pendant features a beautifully detailed design of a fox's head, adorned with ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.26 in W 0.91 in D 0.35 in
EDWARDIAN 1905 Essex Glass Carved Fox Pendant Framed In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An Edwardian Essex glass carved fox pendant. An interesting Essex-glass pendant created during the Edwardian period, back in 1905.
Rock Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Exclusive Jochen Pohl for Steven Fox Jewelry Diamond Gold Initial Charm Pendant
By Jochen Pohl
Located in Greenwich, CT
Whatever your initials, they will now be featured in bright lights. Inspired by the written word and Art Deco typewriter key fonts, these three dimensional alphabet letter charms fl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.47 in L 0.7 in
Small Fox Pendant Charm Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eyes Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Fox pendant (or charm) crafted in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate 19.95 Carat Mexican Fire Opal Fox Pendant Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Bask the in the unique beauty of this vintage vulpine pendant necklace. Expertly crafted in 18k rose gold with a free form Mexican fire opal weighing an impressive 19.95 carats.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold...
Sold
H 0.93 in W 0.39 in L 18 in
Small Fox or Wolf Pendant with Ruby Eyes in 18K Gold on Faceted Garnet Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
He also added the "18K" mark once we established the pendant's gold composition. This animal stares out at the world from reddish pink ruby eyes that, based on their cut, are not an...
Garnet, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura Byzantine Sapphire Emerald Ruby Semi-Precious Gemstone Gold Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Greenwich, CT
A mélange of delicious emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and assorted semi-precious stones make this Verdura Byzantine 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace irresistible. Signed Verdura.
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold
Rare Ethiopian Boulder Opal Pendant
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
Designed by Steven Fox, this rare oval Ethiopian cabochon boulder opal is bezel set with round cut diamonds, rubies, emeralds and paraiba tourmalines, highlighting the multicolored s...
Opal, 18k Gold
Sold
H 0.5 in W 0.125 in D 24.5 in
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Flat Cobra Chain Fox Wolf Pendant Necklace 6g
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 14k yellow gold flat cobra chain necklace with a pendant charm in the shape of a fox or wolf.
Gold
Enamel Gold Spinning Top Pendant Charm and Chain
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
This romantic spinning top charm is custom designed by Steven Fox and was inspired by a similar Victorian pendant he gifted to his wife.
18k Gold
Enamel Gold Spinning Top Pendant Charm and Chain
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
This romantic spinning top charm is custom designed by Steven Fox and was inspired by a similar Victorian pendant he gifted to his wife.
18k Gold
Victorian Fox with Ruby Eyes Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian pendant with a beautifully modeled Fox head in 14 Karat Gold with two round faceted Ruby eyes.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1930s 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Fox Head Animal Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Fox Pendant 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1930s This stunning vintage pendant features a beautifully detailed fox's head design, crafted from 9ct yellow gold and stamped f...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.52 in D 0.2 in L 0.52 in
Antique Belle Époque Platinum 18K Gold Fox Pendant Necklace Diamond Ruby
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This delicate platinum pendant necklace was created around 1910. The head of the little fox is set with rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Sold
W 0.48 in L 0.63 in
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Fox Head Animal Pendant Charm with Ruby Eyes
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fox Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * The chain is sold separately This stunning antique pendant features a beautifully detailed design of a fox's head, adorned with ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exclusive Jochen Pohl for Steven Fox Jewelry Diamond Gold Initial Charm Pendant
By Jochen Pohl
Located in Greenwich, CT
Whatever your initials, they will now be featured in bright lights. Inspired by the written word and Art Deco typewriter key fonts, these three dimensional alphabet letter charms fl...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.38 in W 1.26 in L 16 in
"Stealthy Fox" Fob or Pendant in Oval Lapis Bezel Setting of Rose & Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This one-of-a-kind pendant by Eytan Brandes features a sneaky little rose gold fox taking cover behind a "bush" of pure 24 karat yellow gold.
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Chalcedony Intaglio Fox Gold Fob
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Victorian chalcedony intaglio gold fob circa 1870. Crafted in 14-karat yellow gold, featuring on two sides the head of a fox surrounded by an abundance of scrolling motifs and acanth...
Chalcedony, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Whistle Necklace
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
You will 'whistle while you work' when wearing this one-of-a-kind magical necklace. With an antique collection of three enchanting yellow gold whistles, this whimsical statement neck...
14k Gold
Sold
H 1.58 in W 0.79 in D 0.63 in
Antique 1890's 14k Yellow Gold Fox & Hound Chase Carnelian Crest Watch Fob
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Beautiful antique Victorian fob (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. This charming fob features a fox on one side and a hound on the other chasing after another.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Verdura Sagittarius Zodiac Diamond Gold Vintage Disc Pendant Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Greenwich, CT
Wear your zodiac symbol close to your heart with this Verdura Sagittarius diamond gold pendant disc necklace. With the engraved Sagittarius centaur prancing among diamond stars, thi...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Enamel and Gold Spinning Top Pendant Charm
By Steven Fox Jewelry
Located in Greenwich, CT
This romantic spinning top charm is custom designed by Steven Fox and was inspired by a similar Victorian pendant he gifted to his wife.
White Diamond, 14k Gold
Mischievous Sly Fox Golden Sparkling Crystal Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Delightful! Beautiful Whimsical Crystal Sly Fox Vintage Brooch Pin. Encrusted with Sparkling Crystals. Gold tone mounting. Exquisitely detailed, giving a 3D appearance. Perfec...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Antique Victorian Fox Pendant Charm 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This solid 15ct Gold Victorian Fox pendant is, Circa 1880. The delightful pendant shows craftsmanship all round, it is beautifully made.
15k Gold
Plique a Jour and Gold Fox Pendant/Charm
Located in New York, NY
Round pendant/charm. Depicting a figural fox head, in plique a jour and 14K yellow gold. 1" in diameter.
14k Gold
22 Karat Gold Ixthus Charm on 18 Karat Chain Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
22k yellow gold ancient Greek Ixthus or Ichthus symbol charm pendant on an 18 inch 18k gold foxtail chain necklace. Charm pendant is 0.69 inch in length.
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,059Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.87 in D 1.11 in L 1.19 in
Art Nouveau Style Handcrafted Ruby Enamel Yellow Gold "Capitoline Wolf" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,286
D 0.12 in Dm 0.48 in L 16.54 in
Nathalie Jean 18kt Yellow Gold Banded Rodochrosite Disco Spinning Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
DISCO is a contemporary pendant necklace in 18kt yellow gold and banded rodochrosite. Rarely found in its pure state, Rhodochrosite is a predominantly rose-red coloured mineral. The ...
Rhodocrosite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lion Panther Leopard Tiger Pendant Sapphire Diamond 14 Karat Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian pendant with a beautifully modeled lion, leopard or panther in 14 Karat Gold with one Sapphire and Diamond eye. We love our panther, lion...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,500
H 0.75 in W 0.83 in D 0.48 in
Edwardian Signed Whiteside & Blank 14k Gold Fox Hunt Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed Edwardian fox hunt charm. In 14 karat yellow gold. By Whiteside & Blank. Comprised of a fox head mounted on gold trumpet that is with flush-set tiny round ruby...
Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Lion Locket of Diamond and 10k Gold, Circa 1900
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A striking antique locket, circa 1900, featuring a powerfully sculpted lion in solid 10k gold, gripping a 0.19ct transitional cut diamond in its jaws and accented by two almandine ga...
Diamond, 10k Gold
Vintage Panther Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Fine Animal Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Unique & stylish vintage panther pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s to 1990s). Two small marquise cut emeralds measuring approx. 3mm x 1.5mm are set into the ...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800 / item
H 1.55 in W 0.19 in L 16 in
Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammer-Finished Drop Stick Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Matte and Hammer-Finished Drop Stick Pendant, Enhanced with 0.07 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Extender, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Cosmic Necklace with White Enamel and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold White enamel Diamonds 0.10 carat approx. 18 inch necklace can be worn at 16th and 17th inch Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and adorned with white ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Syna Yellow Gold and Enamel Necklace with Champagne Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18kyg Champagne diamonds 0.03 ct approx Reversible necklace with black and white enamel 18kyg 18 inch chain with small lobster lock Chain loops at 17th and 16th inch Craf...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$1,120Sale Price|30% Off
14k Yellow Gold German Shepherd Dog Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pendant, crafted from 14k yellow gold, beautifully showcases the noble and loyal German Shepherd. Featuring intricately detailed head of the beloved breed, this pendan...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,850
H 1.2 in W 1 in D 0.3 in
Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a gorgeous and very rare antique Victorian Essex Crystal Pendant Necklace with an exquisitely rendered hand carved and painted enamel image of a Miniature Pinscher, Zwerg...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabled Fox and the Pheasants Diamond Emerald Ruby Sapphire Gold Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Inspired by Aesop's Fable. The Necklace features a Diamond Bejeweled Playful Fox chasing two Pheasants embellished with Sapphires and Rubies through Emerald laden green leaves. Hand...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...
Gold panther pendant necklace 14KT gold with 18" chain
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning panther electroform and halo yet so substantial and beautiful in 14kt gold! GOLD: 14KT gold Grams:1.81 Backing: omega Item:43500050ro WHAT YOU GET AT STAMPAR JEWELERS: Sta...
Syna Yellow Gold Pendant with Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Mother of pearl 8 carats approx. Diamonds 0.25 carat approx. Limited edition Chain sold separately Handcrafted with 18 karat yellow gold, the Pendant...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Totem Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Filothei, GR
Designer: Alexia Gryllaki Dimensions: motif 26x6mm, chain 450mm Weight: approximately 7.8g (inc. chain) Barcode: NEX3007 Totem pendant in 18 karat yellow gold with a 450mm ball-c...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$88,725
Size: FR36 - UK8 - US 4
Christian Dior by John Galliano Fuchsia Evening Coat with Fur Trim, FW 2007
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
A museum-grade Christian Dior evening coat, crafted from a cotton and silk blend in a rich fuchsia hue. The coat features dramatic, oversized raccoon fur trim on the sleeves and hem,...
$15,000
H 11.42 in W 4.34 in D 6.89 in
1784 Antique Royal Imperial Vienna Sorgenthal White Cat porcelain figure
Located in SE
Very rare Antique hard paste porcelain figure of a Cat made at the Royal Porcelain factory of Vienna in 1784 , Sorgenthal period (1784 - 1805). Detailed Overglaze hand - painted deco...
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.