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French 18k Yellow Gold Zodiac Capricorn Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Capricorn in
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18k Yellow Gold Zodiac Capricorn Charm Pendant
French 18k Yellow Gold Zodiac Capricorn Charm Pendant
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W 0.83 in D 0.06 in L 0.95 in
French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Cancer depicting a
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
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W 1.07 in D 0.06 in L 1.23 in
French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a circular disc with cut-out areas
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.63 in D 0.04 in L 0.75 in
French Zodiac Gemini Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting the Zodiac sign of
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Zodiac Gemini Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Zodiac Gemini Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.06 in L 0.79 in
French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the zodiac star sign of Cancer
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Cancer Charm Pendant
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W 0.63 in D 0.04 in L 0.79 in
French Zodiac Pisces Fish 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Pisces, depicting a pair
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Zodiac Pisces Fish 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Zodiac Pisces Fish 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.75 in D 0.06 in L 0.87 in
Large French Capricorn Zodiac Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A large French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant depicting a three-dimensional goat representing
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Libra Starsign Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Libra, depicting a
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Becker French Zodiac Gemini Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By Edmond-Henri Becker
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac starsign of Gemini as the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Pisces Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Dating from the 1970s, this Pisces pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels is composed of 18K gold, diamond
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jumbo Van Cleef & Arpels Aquarius Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
So rare! This 18 carat gold jumbo size Aquarius zodiac pendant. The Aquarius explores boundaries
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Jumbo Van Cleef & Arpels Aquarius Zodiac Pendant
Jumbo Van Cleef & Arpels Aquarius Zodiac Pendant
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H 1.93 in W 1.62 in Dm 1.62 in
Chaumet Gemini Zodiac Pendant White Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: Diameter - 1 1/8" HALLMARKS: Chaumet, Paris, 870085 An 18k gold Chaumet Gemini Zodiac pendant. A circle
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

French Zodiac Saint Christopher Triumph of Speed 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting St Christopher as he carries the infant
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
By Fred Paris
Located in Greenwich, CT
The zodiac sign libra symbolizes balance and harmony, and this Fred Paris modernist libra
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
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H 2.13 in W 1.38 in
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace A fabulous vintage Cartier zodiac
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Yellow Gold

18 Carat Gold Fred Paris Cancer Zodiac Pendant
By Fred Paris
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 careat yellow gold cancer zodiac pendant. The outlining of the pendant is decorated with
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Zodiac Libra 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a ridged frame surrounding a pair of
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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zodiac Libra 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Zodiac Libra 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.95 in D 0.1 in L 1.07 in
Van Cleef French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Taurus Vintage Zodiac Charm Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
sign Centered in a pierced round frame surround Suspending from jump ring bale Stamped with French
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant is a stunning and intricately crafted piece of
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20th Century French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
Vintage Yellow Gold Pisces Zodiac Sign Pendant with Gemstones
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W 1.19 in D 0.24 in L 1.89 in
Italian Capricorn Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a circular medal of the Zodiac starsign for
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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Capricorn Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Italian Capricorn Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 1.23 in D 0.04 in L 1.3 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Aquarius Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
to represent the Zodiac sign of Aquarius. Stamped with the owl mark for French import and 18 karat
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20th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Aquarius Charm Pendant
18 Karat Yellow Gold Zodiac Aquarius Charm Pendant
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W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 0.67 in
Georges Delrue Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, 18 karat yellow gold Aries zodiac pendant, by Georges Delrue, c. 1970. Signed by the
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Vintage 1970s Canadian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georges Lenfant for Cartier Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare and highly collectible, vintage, 18 karat yellow gold Aries zodiac pendant, by Cartier, c
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Georges L'Enfant Paris Virgo Zodiac Gold Modernist Pendant
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
With the Virgo Zodiac sign of the harvest maiden engraved on the front and its numerical sign on
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

CHAUMET PARIS 18k Gold Scorpio Zodiac Pendant Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s
By Chaumet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chaumet Paris 18k Yellow & White Gold Scorpio Zodiac Pendant Necklace Vintage Circa 1970s Here is
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Chaumet Gold Sagittarius Zodiac Oversized Round Pendant On A Chain Necklace
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
Zodiac pendant has been crafted as an sculpture in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and suited with a
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Iconic 18ct Gold Capricorn Pendant from the Zodiac Collection
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold Zodiac pendant by Georges Lenfant for Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1960s, the round disc
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Mid-20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

George L'Enfant Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Capricorn Zodiac Gold Charm Pendant
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
coveted Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Georges L'Enfant vintage pendant zodiac charm will always feature your
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

January Sincerity 18K Yellow Gold Enamel Amethyst Aquarius Zodiac Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a gold disc with enamel inlay of 'ENERO
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20th Century Spanish Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Aries Zodiac
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Modelled as an 18K yellow gold medallic pendant, one side depicting Aries the ram in raised relief
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Aries Zodiac
Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Aries Zodiac
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W 1.07 in L 1.07 in
French 1960s 18 Karat Rose Gold Cancer Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Rectangular-shaped medal featuring a crab
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Celestial Splendor: 1920's French Art Deco Iron and Bronze Zodiac Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite large one of a kind French High Art Deco chandelier—a true masterpiece of
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Iron, Bronze

Vintage Signed Fred of Paris Solid 18 Karat Large Taurus Zodiac Charm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Signed Fred of Paris Solid 18 Karat Large Rectangular Taurus Zodiac Charm c.1970s / 19
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Late 20th Century French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Astrological Sagittarius 18k Gold Lapis & Ruby Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
worn as a statement or a subtle nod to one's zodiac sign, this pendant is a stylish and versatile
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold

Fred Paris Diamond and 18 Karat Gold Pisces Pendant Necklace
By Fred Paris
Located in New York, NY
sophisticated zodiac style pendant features two fish swimming in opposite directions. A wonderful pendant
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Vintage 1970s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold

Boivin Mid-Century Rock Crystal Ruby Emerald Heart-Shaped Pendant
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
with zodiac pendants and charms. You'll admire the rich, saturated color of the rubies and emeralds
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Emerald, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 18k Gold

Prince Troubetskoy Russian Armorial Crest 18k Gold Cigar Pendant Fob Tool
Located in New York, NY
Troubetskoy (1912-2008) a Russian/French aristocrat and race car driver who was the driver of the first
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20th Century French Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning 24-light gilt bronze and glass Art Deco pendant featuring 12 zodiac signs, shield shape
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Bronze

Art Deco Pendant
Art Deco Pendant
H 24 in Dm 48 in
Zodiac Pendant Neckace, Coco Chanel, Goosens
By Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
Important necklace in Chanel's zodiac style with a Capricorn pendant suspended from a elaborately
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Vintage 1970s French Drop Necklaces

EAU 4 Elements Diamond & Green Lacquer Heart Charm in 18k Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
linked to the Water sign with a gold heart on its front and the alchemy triangle surrounded by its zodiac
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

TERRE 4 Elements Diamond & Black Lacquer Tile Charm in 18k Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
linked to the Earth sign with a gold tile on its front and the alchemy triangle surrounded by its zodiac
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

FEU 4 Elements Diamond & Red Lacquer Clover Charm in 18k Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
linked to the Fire sign with a gold clover on its front and the alchemy triangle surrounded by its zodiac
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Van Cleef and Arpels Pisces Zodiac Pendant On A Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
jewelry craftsmanship with precious materials to create a poetic representation of the zodiac signs. The
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Chain Necklaces

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18k Gold, Rose Gold

Chaumet Paris 1970 Massive Sagittarius Zodiacal Necklace Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Chaumet
Located in Miami, FL
Zodiac pendant has been crafted as an sculpture in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and suited with a
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Vintage 1960s French Modernist Chain Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

very rare 1970's PIERRE CARDIN pewter 'leo' lion pendant
By Pierre Cardin
Located in San Fransisco, CA
Very large pewter 'leo' zodiac lion pendant from Pierre Cardin dating to the 1970's. Pendant
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Vintage 1970s French More Jewelry

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Tubogas Passe-Partout Constellation Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
piece features a tubogas chain with a hidden clasp that doubles as a pendant, which is also tubular in
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Vintage 1940s French Choker Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ares Zodiac Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold Ares charm pendant designed as a three-dimensional ram within a
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20th Century French Charm Bracelets

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ares Zodiac Charm Pendant
French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ares Zodiac Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.16 in L 0.99 in
Van Cleef Zodiac Pendant Taurus
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Taurus Zodiac Pendant - Circa 1960 Designed in the style of an ancient coin, this Taurus zodiac
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Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Vermeil

Van Cleef Zodiac Pendant Taurus
Van Cleef Zodiac Pendant Taurus
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Dm 1.58 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Rare Malachite Diamond Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K gold zodiac medallion. Aries sign on malachite, with one diamond on the star
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, 18k Gold

Rare Van Cleef Pisces Zodiac 18 Karat Gold Diamonds Malachite Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
A Fabulous Zodiac Medallion From The 1970s By Van Cleef & Arpels. The Symbol For PIsces, Who Is
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Elie Top Cosmogonie Secrete Pendentif Bouclier FEU
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, FR
Shield Pendant FEU Necklace of arms necklace mounted on a patinated silver chain, with a silver
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

Elie Top Cosmogonie Secrete Pendentif Bouclier AIR
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, FR
Shield Pendant AIR Necklace of arms necklace mounted on a patinated silver chain, with a silver
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, Silver

Elie Top Cosmogonie Secrete Pendentif Bouclier Terre
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, FR
Shield Pendant TERRE Necklace of arms necklace mounted on a patinated silver chain, with a silver
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Silver

Elie Top Cosmogonie Secrete Pendentif Bouclier EAU
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, FR
Shield Pendant EAU Necklace of arms necklace mounted on a patinated silver chain, with a silver
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Silver, Silver Plate

Cartier France Sagittarius 1970s Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Gender- Neutral Gold Zodiac Vintage 70's Necklace by Cartier. The 1 1/2" x 1 1/8" ( without bale
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Gemini Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Gemini. Stamped
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Gemini Charm Pendant
French 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Gemini Charm Pendant
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W 0.56 in D 0.06 in L 0.63 in
French Pisces Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Pisces, depicting a pair
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Pisces Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Pisces Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.56 in D 0.04 in L 0.71 in
French Virgo Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Virgo, depicting the
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

French Virgo Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Virgo Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.83 in D 0.05 in L 0.95 in
French Zodiac Aquarius Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac starsign of Aquarius as a
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Zodiac Aquarius Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Zodiac Aquarius Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac starsign of Libra as a woman
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Zodiac Libra Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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French Zodiac Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the french zodiac pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a french zodiac pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 20th Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic french zodiac pendant over the years, but those made by Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Gay Freres are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A french zodiac pendant can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Ruby rings, from our inventory of 2, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Finding a french zodiac pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a French Zodiac Pendant?

The price for a french zodiac pendant starts at $372 and tops out at $11,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,661.

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.