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Large Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant necklace with Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12
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2010s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
Large Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
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H 1.22 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
Opal Necklace, 18K Yellow Gold Pendant, 9.7gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ethiopian opal pendant necklace. The pendant setting is stamped 18k and weighs 8.8 grams gross
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's Boulder Opal Pendant Gold High Quality Opal Gemstone Gold Necklace
Located in Berlin, DE
14k yellow gold pendant with Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.12 x 0.67
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2010s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men's Boulder Opal Pendant Gold High Quality Opal Gemstone Gold Necklace
Men's Boulder Opal Pendant Gold High Quality Opal Gemstone Gold Necklace
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H 1.22 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
Opal, Diamond & Emerald Pendant Necklace, Genuine Black Opal, 14K Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These stunningly beautiful black opal doublets are set in polished 14k yellow gold prongs that are
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, Black Opal 3 Station Pendant, 14 Karat Gold Drop Necklace
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These stunningly beautiful black opal doublets set in polished 14k yellow gold and dripping with
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Opal in Yellow Gold 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Welo Opal pendant weighing 5.96 carats, set in 22 Karat gold with granulation. Displayed here on a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamonds, Opal Pendant Necklace
By Gianni Lazzaro
Located in Duesseldorf, DE
18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Opal Pendant Necklace 42 Diamonds 0.46 ct. G-SI 29 Sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K White Gold Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold pendant furnished with a halo of 14 round, brilliant-cut diamonds weighing 1.86
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal Gold Pendant Boulder Australian Nature Inspired Necklace
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.24
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2010s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Gold Pendant Boulder Australian Nature Inspired Necklace
Opal Gold Pendant Boulder Australian Nature Inspired Necklace
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H 1.73 in W 0.71 in D 0.24 in L 1.38 in
Opal Emerald Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 8.08 carats Opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold pendant necklace with Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements
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2010s German Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
Unisex Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Art nouveau style
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H 1.22 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
150 Carat Opal Diamond Gold Sapphire Massive Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Massive 14k gold pendant necklace, featuring approx. 150ct opal (measures 74 x 55mm), surrounded
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold

Australian Opals & Forged 22 Karat Gold Hinged Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr Designs
Located in Naples, FL
Gorgeous green and blue Australian Opals in a hand forged 22k yellow gold hinged pendant. Opal two
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Enhancer Pendant on Pearl Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate opal enhancer pendant on pearl necklace. This necklace features 50 light rose colored
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lightning Ridge Opal Cabochon Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This simple but powerful necklace features a 14.58 carat Lightning Ridge opal cabochon set on a 14
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamonds, Rose Opal Pendant Necklace
By Gianni Lazzaro
Located in Duesseldorf, DE
18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Rose Opal Pendant Necklace 6 Diamonds 0.20 ct. G-SI 1 Rose
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal and jade pendant necklace. GIA certified natural, no indications of impregnation jadeite jade
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold pendant mounted with a two particular Australian opal with big
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Karbra 3.75 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Exceptional Karbra fine opal brooch pendant necklace. Antique revival style made in the 1960's by
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Pearl and Opal 9 Carat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This sweet pendant holds seed pearls and colourful opals. The pendant and chain is modelled in
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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Opal, Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, Yellow Gold, Genuine Opal Diamond Halo Pendant 2.97 ct
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
encircling the opal makes it even more intriguing. Encircled with the 14 karat yellow gold the color of the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.25 Carat Opal Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal and diamond pendant necklace. 2.25 oval opal with a halo of 35 single cut diamonds, in 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
opal drop with diamonds all around Handcrafted by our craftsmen. Pendant necklace total weight 11.70
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Necklace and Pendant
Located in Sydney, NSW
Oval natural semi-crystal opal cabochon, crafted with Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold, featuring forty
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
life. Pendant necklace total weight 23.70 grams Rose Cut Diamonds weight 0.18 karat Opals total weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage 4 Opal Drop Pendant Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Total Weight: 7.2 Grams ​ ​Chain Length: ~18.5
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Gold Pendant Raw Natural Necklace Purplish Blue
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold pendant with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.24 х
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2010s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Australian Opal Gold Pendant Raw Natural Necklace Purplish Blue
Australian Opal Gold Pendant Raw Natural Necklace Purplish Blue
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H 1.77 in W 0.67 in D 0.24 in L 1.2 in
7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Black opal and sapphire pendant necklace. Stunning rectangular blue and green black 7.37ct opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
7.37 Carat Black Opal Garnet Sapphire White Gold Pendant Necklace
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H 1.28 in W 0.3 in D 0.3 in L 0.71 in
40 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 40 Carat Oval Ethiopian Opal Pendant / Necklace 14 Kt white Gold Necklace with
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.09ctw Australian Natural Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
This beautiful pendant features a natural 5.09ctw natural black opal set in 18 karat white gold on
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 0.91 ct. black opal ova with 0.52 ct. good quality white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, White Gold

Necklace with opal gold
Located in Gdynia, PL
Our gold necklace with a white stone is made for you if you love timeless classics. It will be a
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Necklace with opal gold
Necklace with opal gold
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Dm 0.36 in L 17.72 in
Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Fantastic pendant with an Australian opal mounted with brilliants in 18
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

RUCHI Fire Opal with Diamond Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ruchi New York
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold Opal- 4.20 Cts Diamond- 0.36 Cts All Diamonds are G-H/SI
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Fire Opal, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Opal and .22 CTW Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold opal and .22 CTW diamond pendant necklace. The diamonds on the bail are all round
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy Oval Australian Boulder Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Opal pendant necklace. Natural oval free form Australian boulder opal on rock matrix (not a doublet
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Opal and .06 CTW Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold opal and .06 CTW diamond pendant necklace. The diamonds in the bail are all round
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 alhambra shape
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, White Gold

Black Opal Pendant Necklace w Diamonds in 14K White Gold Australian Opal 9 Carat
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
stunning opal. The details for this beautiful necklace are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Opal Blue Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with 20.1 carats Opal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Ruby Sun Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and sterling silver. It is set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Opal Snake Pendant Necklace Long Antique Gold 1800s Rare
Located in New York, NY
A rare antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Opal Snake Pendant depicting two snakes or serpents wrapped
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

Lightning Ridge Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Stunning 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace Featuring A 3.54 Carat Oval Lightning Ridge Opal with
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, Yellow Gold, Genuine Opal and Diamond Halo Pendant .79 ct
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
it even more intriguing. Encircled with the 14 karat yellow gold the color of the natural opal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Australian Opal Horse 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic Australian opal horse 18 karat white gold pendant necklace made in italy mounted with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, White Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Diamond Necklace, 14 Karat Gold, 1.99 Genuine Opal and Diamond Halo Pendant
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
it even more intriguing. Encircled with the 14 karat yellow gold the color of the natural opal
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

1.75 Carat Opal & Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14 Karat White Gold Genuine Opal
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
your life! The details for this beautiful necklace are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, White Gold

Australian Opal Horse 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic Australian opal horse 18 karat white gold pendant necklace made in italy mounted with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Large Carved Opal Rose Gold Frame Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Hand carved opal pendant and necklace. Intricate blue green opal carvings of a woman in flowing
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Australian 1.86ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
Opal width: 8.26mm Opal thickness: 3.16mm Metal: 18K white gold This opal pendant arrives in a gun
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, White Gold

Australian 1.13 Opal Doublet Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The ‘Elita’ opal doublet pendant (1.13ct) masterfully set in 18K white gold and framed by a set of
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, White Gold

1.44 Carat Opal Yellow Gold Mid-Century Filaree Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's Bight orange green opal filagree pendant necklace. Pear shaped 1.44ct opal set in a
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Australian Opal 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat white gold pendant necklace. Handmade by our artisans assembled
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Australian 22.27ct Boulder Opal Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
The ‘Venus’ boulder opal necklace (22.7ct) masterfully set in 18K white gold is truly a remarkable
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcraft Pink Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver pendant necklace. Handmade
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Untreated Australian 32.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K Gold
Located in Sydney, AU
The white-blues and sparkling silvers of wintry dreams swirl in this dreamy boulder opal pendant
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Prismatic 55.32ct Brazilian Opal Modern Pendant Necklace
Located in Bloomington, MN
Opal pendant necklace, intricately set in 14k white gold. This modern piece showcases a dazzling pear
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Opal

Natural Untreated Australian 2.07ct Black Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
length: 17.02mm Opal width: 6.16mm Opal thickness: 2.91mm Pendant metal: 18K white gold Chain
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Australian 6.73ct Boulder Opal Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
picture. Enquire if you would like to purchase an 18K solid gold chain. This opal pendant arrives in a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Light Blue Australian Opal
Located in Berlin, DE
Australian Opal yellow gold pendant opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.59 х 1.1 in / 15
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Light Blue Australian Opal
Boulder Opal Gold Pendant Light Blue Australian Opal
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H 1.42 in W 0.59 in L 1.1 in
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Gold Opal Pendant Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold opal pendant necklace for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 621 antique edition and 968 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a gold opal pendant necklace from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a gold opal pendant necklace has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Renata Bernard, Alberto and Syna Jewels are consistently popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a gold opal pendant necklace, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Gold Opal Pendant Necklace?

On average, a gold opal pendant necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,504, while they’re typically $80 on the low end and $300,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.