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Victorian Moonstone Diamond Silver Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Victorian Moonstone Diamond Pendant handcrafted ca 1880 out of silver topped gold is set
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Silver

Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a breathtaking Victorian era garnet and diamond pendant. This remarkable piece showcases a
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19th Century French Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
Victorian era 18K gold garnet diamond pendant
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H 2.52 in W 0.83 in
Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Gorgeous, Victorian crescent moon pendant
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Gemolithos Victorian Gold Sapphire and Diamond Pendant
Located in Munich, DE
A victorian gold 18k locket pendant with 28 sapphires and old mine cut Diamonds approx 1,6 ct
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1880s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold

Victorian Natural Peridot Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Napoli, IT
This marvellous Victorian brooch pendant is 1880 ca Hand crafted of solid 18 Kt gold with silver
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1880s European Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Amethyst Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
create a contrast of colors. This antique Victorian pendant suspends from a contemporary 18k white gold
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19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond 18K Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian era emerald and diamond pendant / brooch in 18K yellow gold featuring a dangling
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1890s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Necklace 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian diamond flower
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Pearl & Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 18ct Gold Victorian Circa 1870 Stunning, Victorian crescent moon
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian pendant has been crafted in 9k yellow gold and
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1890s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.67 in W 1.73 in L 16.5 in
Victorian Style Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in US
Victorian Style Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pearl 18K Gold Pendant Necklace Fantastic Pendant Modeled
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold

Victorian Diamond Horseshoe Pendant Necklace Platinum & Yellow Gold
Located in MIAMI, FL
yellow gold & platinum. The pendant is set with old mine cut diamonds that graduate in size in the design
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian 1.57 Carat Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian pendant has been crafted in 8k yellow gold and silver. The
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1870s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian 18 karat yellow gold diamond heart locket pendant. This sweet heart shaped locket
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Heart Locket Pendant
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W 0.6 in D 0.2 in L 0.75 in
Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.19 carat diamond and seed pearl, 15 karat yellow gold
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1890s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian openwork diamond pendant, circa 1875.
Located in London, GB
Victorian openwork diamond pendant. Set with sixty-three round rose cut diamonds in closed back
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1870s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Large Opal & Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Heart Pendant 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1880 The most fabulous, Victorian heart pendant
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an antique pendant from the Victorian era. This charming piece has been crafted into
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19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Enamel and Diamond Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique pendant from the Victorian period. This piece has been crafted
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19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Era 18k Gold Diamond Pearl Green Enamel Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a delicate diamond and pearl pendant, featuring a beautiful floral design. The pendant is
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19th Century French Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Turquoise and Diamond Leaf Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A stunning leaf shaped pendant from the Victorian Era. The pendant is elegantly outlined by 1 carat
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Flower Pendant Necklace Gold Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A stunning original Victorian - Belle Epoque Pendant in the form of a flower set with a gorgeous
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Pearl, Diamond, 10k Gold

Victorian Diamond, Enamel and 22 Carat Gold Ball Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning pendant is made of ornate 22ct gold and it has enamel detail. At the top of the ball
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1880s British Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

22K Gold Victorian Diamond Ruby and Emerald Curtain Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1840, this 22k gold medallion pendant is a treasure. Encrusted with colorful antique
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1840s European Early Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montgomery, AL
pendant is crafted from 14k victorian rose gold. This antique piece has charming 14k green gold floral
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Partridge Pendant in 14k Gold, Silver
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A Victorian period diamond set pendant, or charm depicting a
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Late 19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 6.22 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
antique Victorian diamond pendant has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting. The pierced
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1880s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful little antique Victorian pendant/ brooch depicting a leafy, 18ct gold wreath
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19th Century European Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
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H 1.34 in W 0.87 in D 0.32 in
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Diamond and Enamel Bow Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Beautiful, round Victorian pendant. Features a diamond
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Sapphire and Diamond 10k Rose Gold Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Sapphire and Diamond 10k Rose Gold Crescent Moon Pendant. Featuring 11 cushion mixed
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Gemolithos a Victorian Gold, Silver and Diamond Star Brooch/Pendant
Located in Munich, DE
A Victorian gold, silver & diamond Star brooch/pendant. Width 5,3cm. Weight 15,95gr. 67 Diamonds
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1880s British Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Pink Topaz and Diamond Pendant
Located in Hummelstown, PA
. Intricately hand fabricated in silver over gold, this ravishing pendant measures 2" x 1 3/8". Diamonds
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1880s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Topaz

Victorian Pink Topaz and Diamond Pendant
Victorian Pink Topaz and Diamond Pendant
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W 1.38 in D 0.5 in L 2 in
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive Victorian diamond and enamel pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold
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1890s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 18k Yellow Gold Victorian Garnet & Starburst Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
A gorgeous garnet and diamond locket pendant from the Victorian, circa 1870's era. This marvelous
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1870s English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent enameled pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in rosy 14k gold, the piece
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Late 19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Enamel

Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
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W 0.88 in D 0.38 in L 0.75 in
Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 10k gold heart locket pendant with rose cut diamonds estimate weight of 2 carats in back
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous ruby and diamond heart pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This
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19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860. The crystal on the
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1860s Unknown High Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Original Victorian Turquoise Rose Cut Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Original Victorian Turquoise Rose Cut Diamond Pendant. An array of old rose cut diamonds
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1880s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
A stunning antique Art Nouveau pendant from the late Victorian era (Circa 1900) decorated with nine
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Early 1900s European Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 0.32 in
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Diamond and Blue Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A splendid, fine antique Victorian locket pendant. Made from rich bloomed 18kt gold with a brushed
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19th Century British Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Mindi Mond Victorian Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Long Bar Pendant
Located in New York, NY
" Pendant: 4-1/4" 14.17 grams (gross) One of A kind Elegant and on trend! Original Victorian Redesigned By
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18th Century American Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold

Antique Victorian Labradorite Diamonds Fly Bee Convertible Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
Weight: 10.3gr Metal: 18kt yellow gold and silver Stones: 2 Labradorites 74 rose cut Diamonds
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1880s French Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Labradorite, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond Double Heart and Bow Luckenbooth Silver Upon Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond set, Luckenbooth double witches' heart pendant, with rose cut diamonds set in
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian 2.32 Carat Diamond and 12k Yellow Gold Miniature Portrait Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian 2.32 cttw diamond and 12 karat yellow gold
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1890s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Blister Pearl and 0.42Ct Diamond 9k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
single Old European cut diamond. The Victorian pendant is fitted with an oval bale to the upper border
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1860s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a heart shape centering an old European cut diamond Weighing approximately 0.08 carat
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1860s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Diamond & Pearl Locket Pendant & Fancy Link Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and unique antique pendant necklace was crafted in solid 14k yellow gold during the
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1890s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Garnet Diamond Trefoil Clover Pendant Locket
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
middle, diamond drop and tiny round locket at the back. Pendant made in gold and silver. English Origin
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Late 19th Century Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Heart Locket Pendant 14 Karat Rose Gold Diamonds
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant 14 karat rose gold locket in the shape of a heart is set with six diamonds in star
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1880s American High Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Flower Pendant 18 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique flower pendant from the late Victorian era decorated with an abundance of
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19th Century European Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Ruby and Diamond 18k Rose Gold Silver Crescent Moon Pendant. Featuring eight cushion
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1880s Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Victorian Gold Pendant 1.75 Carat 'Approximate' Natural European Cut Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Gold Pendant set with 1.75 Total Carat Natural European Cut Vintage Diamonds. Weight is
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1910s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond

Victorian Necklace Diamond Pendant in Silver 14k Gold Antique Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Delicate, feminine drop necklace created in the 1900s. Made of 14 karat (tested) yellow gold and
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Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

18ct Gold, Victorian Natural Ruby & Diamond Crescent Moon Star Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Victorian crescent moon pendant, crafted from 18ct gold and adorned with natural rubies and a pretty diamond
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Victorian drop-shaped bow pendant designed with rose cut diamonds is truly a treasure
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Gold Pendant 1.50 Carat Natural Old European Diamond, circa 1910
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian Yellow Gold Pendant, set with 31 approximately 1.50 Carat Natural Old European Diamonds
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1910s Unknown Late Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Gold

Victorian Ruby Diamond Green Paste Rose Gold Pendant / Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
paste, 9 karat rose gold and silver set pendant/locket; part of our Victorian jewelry collections. This
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1880s Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond and Onyx Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Late Victorian, 1880-1890, diamond and onyx locket pendant. In the center, the onyx
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

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Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold diamond antique pendant victorian for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 338 vintage editions and 2 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a gold diamond antique pendant victorian 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 gold diamond antique pendant victorian has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Giuliano, Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection and Tiffany & Co. are consistently popular. An old mine cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also rose cut and old european cut versions for sale. When shopping for a gold diamond antique pendant victorian, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Gold Diamond Antique Pendant Victorian?

Prices for a gold diamond antique pendant victorian can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $100 and can go as high as $135,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,176.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

Finding the Right necklaces for You

We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners.

Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers. 

In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs. 

For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone. 

Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage necklaces designed by David Webb — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt

On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.