Greek Gold Pendant Necklace Figure
14 Karat Gold Versace Design Medusa Cameo Greek Design Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat gold versace design medusa cameo in agate with greek design enamel pattern pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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W 0.91 in L 1.3 in
14 Karat Gold Versace Design Medusa Cameo Greek Design Casing Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat gold versace design medusa cameo in agate with greek design pattern casing pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 23 in L 33 in
14 Karat Gold Versace Design Medusa Cameo Greek Design Enamel Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat gold versace design medusa cameo in agate with greek design enamel pattern pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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W 0.91 in L 1.3 in
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Swan Coin 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
figure holding a solar disc. This pendant comes with a laminated certificate of authenticity. The chain
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21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Ancient Greek 350 BC Corinth Pegasus Stater Coin Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Coin Necklace with Pegasus Stater from Corinth.
A modernist piece, created in Italy and mounted
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
H 1.38 in W 1.38 in L 14.25 in
Liuba Wolf 1970 Concretism Sculptural Pendant Necklace Chain In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural necklace designed by Liuba Wolf.
Extremely rare sculptural necklace, created in Sao
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Vintage 1960s Brazilian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 2.59 in W 2.16 in D 0.39 in L 25 in
Dimos 18k Gold Museum Copy Goddess Artemis Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Another foot print in the history of jewelry making. Artemis, in Greek religion, the goddess of
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold
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H 2.362 in W 1.85 in D 0.512 in Dm 1.85 in
Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, White Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning gold vermeil pendant necklace - a functional whistle with a modern twist
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel
European 1970 Modernist Necklace 18Kt Gold 176.25 Ctw Rhodochrosite & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
mark, the 18kt gold assay mark and signed, "B.145 0.750".
Rhodochrosite, draws its name from two Greek
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Vintage 1970s German Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Rhodocrosite, Onyx, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
W 1.3 in Dm 19.5 in L 2.56 in
Roman Caesar Coin Replica Charm Pendant, 24kt Gold, Silver and 0.02ct Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Roman Caesar Replica Coin Charm Pendant, 24kt Gold, Silver and 0.02ct Diamond
Size - Medium,
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2010s Turkish Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Austrian 1840 Vienna 22Kt Flora Etruscan Revival Pendant In Agathe With Enamel
By Viennese Manufactory
Located in Miami, FL
of the classical Greek-Roman goddess of the flowers and nature Flora, facing to the left. dressed and
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Antique 1840s Austrian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
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Agate, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 22k Gold
W 1.77 in D 0.5 in L 2.35 in
Ancient Roman Coin 2nd Cent. AD Pendant w/ rubies depicting Emp. Marcus Aurelius
Located in Roma, IT
This sterling silver pendant holds an authentic Roman coin dating back to the 2nd century AD
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold, Silver
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Dm 0.78 in
Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Jill Garber Rococo Winged Archangel Michael Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
pendant.
A figural, halo-adorned St. Michael with outstretched wings, is suspended from a finely-made
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2010s American Rococo Drop Necklaces
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Sterling Silver
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H 1.07 in W 1.5 in L 16 in
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Atelier Versace Couture Printed Silk Shirt Circa 2004
By Atelier Versace
Located in Toulon, FR
Circa 2004/2011
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Tiffany & Co. circa 1880 Classic Colombia Emerald Diamond Pin Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Signed Tiffany & Co. This Scroll Motif Emerald & Diamond Pendant contains a rare AGL Graded 2.85 Carat CLASSIC COLOMBIA Emerald surrounded by approximately 11.8 carats of old mine c...
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Emerald, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient early Greek silver "drachm" coin from Ephesus 500-420 BC, is held in a slightly hammered 18K gold double bezel setting with a 1.8 mm VS1 diamond and several "ja...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany Co. 1980 by Elsa Peretti Sculptural Calla Lily Ring in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Rare ring designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co.
An sculptural free form ring designed by Peretti, back in the 1980's in the shape of a calla lily. Is a beautiful ab...
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Cocktail Rings
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1982 Bob Mackie Red Fully Beaded Dress Gown size US 6
By Bob Mackie
Located in Montgomery, TX
A magnificent 1982 Bob Mackie Gown.
Designer size 6.
Color - Dark Red.
Embellished with Beads and Sequins Over the Black Net.
Corset and Waistband. Fully Lined.
Measurements: Bust -...
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1880s American Evening Dresses
Victorian Carved Moonstone Yellow Gold Greek God Hermes Antique Cameo Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped moonstone tablet measuring 13.0 x 16.5 mm - carved with cameo
Depicting a cameo of the Greek god, Hermes wearing a winged helmet and with caduceus
Transluc...
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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
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Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gianni Versace Couture Handbag Vintage Black Drawstring Bag W/ Medusa Head
By Versace, Gianni Versace
Located in Portland, OR
This is a wonderful vintage black Gianni Versace Couture handbag that was made in Italy. The bag comes with its original dust bag and hardware polish wipe. This great nylon handbag h...
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1990s Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
Emilio Jewelry Certified 83.00 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue,
featuring a hard to come by Gia certified 25.00 carat yellow diamond pear shape drop diamond. The necklace is set with ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Antique Georgian Zeus Bloodstone Intaglio 14K Rose Gold Signet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine Georgian period early 19th century bloodstone and 14K Rose gold intaglio signet ring depicting Zeus with bolts of lightning. The oval shaped bloodstone with rich natural red inc...
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Antique 19th Century English Georgian Signet Rings
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14k Gold, Rose Gold
Christian Dior by John Galliano black silk strapless trained gown, fw 2008
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black silk faille strapless evening gown
▪ Designed by John Galliano
▪ Built-in boned corset with underwired bra
▪ Oversized draped bow
▪ Narrow floor-length skirt ...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Dolce & Gabbana ivory silk hand-painted kimono dress coat, fw 1998
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Dolce & Gabbana ivory kimono dress coat
▪ 65% Silk, 35% Nylon
▪ Hand-painted design of flowers and birds
▪ Black silk lining
▪ IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
▪ Fall-Winter 1998
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1990s Italian Coats and Outerwear
Size: IT 44 - FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Gianni Versace 1990s Purple Flower Black White Houndstooth Skirt Suit
By Versace
Located in San Francisco, CA
Gianni Versace vintage wool skirt suit in black and white houndstooth or dogtooth check. Purple and green roses printed at jacket bust, one sleeve, and back, as well as on front and ...
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1990s Italian Skirt Suits
Phaistos Greek Disc Pendant In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Phaistos Greek Disc Pendant In Yellow Gold
Discover the timeless beauty of our Phaistos Greek Disc Pendant, exquisitely crafted in 18k yellow gold. This stunning piece, inspired by...
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pink Conch Pearl and Marquise Diamond and Round Diamond Engagement Ring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Conch pearl, the rarest and most expensive type of pearl in the world. A beautiful engagement ring made in white gold with conch pearl, high quality marquise diamonds and round diamo...
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Engagement Rings
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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Givenchy Haute Couture mauve silk trained evening gown with cape, fw 2003
By Givenchy
Located in London, GB
▪ Givenchy Haute Couture mauve silk evening gown
▪ Designed by Julien Macdonald
▪ Form-hugging torso with asymmetric draping
▪ Cut-out at hip edged with hand-rolled silk
▪ Asymmet...
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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns
Size: FR 36 / 38 - US 4 / 6
John Galliano black knitted lace evening dress, ss 1998
By John Galliano
Located in London, GB
▪ John Galliano evening dress
▪ Sold by One of a Kind Archive
▪ Spring-Summer 1998
▪ Constructed from black viscose knitted lace
▪ Cowls to the front and back
▪ Plunging neckline
...
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1990s Italian Evening Dresses and Gowns
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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
Materials
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
Materials
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
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
Natural Baltic Amber Zircon Gold Plate Silver Artist Chain Necklaces
By MMarte Małgorzata Mieleszko
Located in Warszawa, PL
Hand made necklace from the unique AMBER collection.
Natural Baltic Amber Zircon Gold Plate Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Artisan Chain Necklaces
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Amber, Zircon, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
H 2.17 in W 3.55 in D 0.4 in L 18.71 in
Natural Baltic Amber Zircon Gold Plate Silver Artist Chain Necklaces
By MMarte Małgorzata Mieleszko
Located in Warszawa, PL
Hand made necklace from the unique AMBER collection.
Natural Baltic Amber Zircon Gold Plate Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Polish Artisan Chain Necklaces
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Amber, Zircon, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
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Natural Baltic Amber Zircon 24 K Gold Plate Silver Contemporary Modern Necklace
By MMarte Małgorzata Mieleszko
Located in Warszawa, PL
Hand made necklace from the unique AMBER collection.
Natural Baltic Amber Zircon 24 K Gold Plate
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2010s Polish Contemporary Chain Necklaces
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Amber, Zircon, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
H 2.17 in W 3.55 in D 0.4 in L 18.71 in
14 Karat Gold Versace Design Medusa Cameo Greek Pattern Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat gold versace design medusa with greek design pattern cameo in agate pendant necklace.
The
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Pegasus Replica Coin Charm Pendant with Diamonds 24K Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pegasus Charm Pendant with Cluster-Diamonds,
Double-Sided Coin Replica, 24K Gold and Silver
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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19th Century French 18ct Gold Carnelian Intaglio Pendant
Located in Glasgow, GB
A 19th century French 18ct yellow gold carnelian intaglio pendant.
The pendant is set with a
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Antique 1890s British Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Naimah, Aries Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
By Naimah
Located in Istanbul, 34
Introducing our stunning gold vermeil pendant necklace - a functional whistle with a modern twist
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces
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Zircon, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Aries Astrological Pendant 18k Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A beautiful 18k gold Aries astrological pendant from the 1970s.
The piece is made as a gold disk
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold
Silver Tetradrachm of Alexander III Set 18kt Gold Pendant 336-323 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
headdress made of a lion's pelt, with the paws tied around his neck. The reverse shows the figure of Zeus
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
A Silver Tetradrachm Of Alexander The Great Set In 18ct Gold Pendant 336-323 BC
Located in Firenze, IT
headdress made of a lion's pelt, with the paws tied around his neck. The reverse shows the figure of Zeus
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
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Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Ancient Carnelian Intaglio Gold Pendant Depicting Fortuna, Minerva and Victory
Located in Roma, IT
In this carnelian ( XVIII-XIX cent. ) intaglio gold pendant we can see three figures:
Fortuna
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Antique 19th Century Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces
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Carnelian, 18k Gold
Cartier Zodiac Virgo Pendant by George L'Enfant
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
This very rare pendant was created in Paris by George L'Enfant for Cartier. The feminine figure on
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Vintage 1960s French Pendant Necklaces
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18k Gold
Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet with Emerald, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Work
Located in Bozeman, MT
Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet with Emerald, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul
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Located in Brisbane, QLD
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient Greek Gold Stater of King Alexander the Great, 323 BC
Located in London, GB
shown with pearl necklace and pendant earring, the loose locks of her hair tumbling from under her
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Antiquities
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Gold
Alexander the Great 336 BC Rare Gold Stater in 18 Kt Yellow Gold Mounting Frame
Located in Miami, FL
Greeks world. This is a genuine and authentic Gold Stater, struck in the kingdom of Macedonia during the
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Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Classical Greek More Jewelry
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18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.96 in L 1.26 in
Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Nike Coin Diamonds Pendant 22k Gold
Located in Soquel, CA
designed 22K gold setting. This pendant is demonstrative of the HIGHEST levels of traditional gold
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2010s Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
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Diamond, 22k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Turquoise Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This bold Greek 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace was designed by Ilias Lalaounis. The pendant
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Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dubini Pietas Goddess Ancient Roman Silver Coin Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic Roman denarius silver
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Medieval Style Enameled and Bejeweled Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
22kt Yellow Gold Cross in Medieval Style and set with4 Cabochon Rubies, 9 faceted Sapphires with
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Ruby, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pegasus Coin Charm Pendant, Double-Sided, 24K Gold & Silver, Handmade in Turkey
Located in Bozeman, MT
Small Pegasus Charm Pendant, Double-Sided, 24K Gold and Silver, Handmade by Prehistoric Works of
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Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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Alexander the Great 336 BC Rare Gold Stater Coin Mount in 18kt Yellow Gold Frame
Located in Miami, FL
Greeks world. This is a genuine and authentic Gold Stater, struck in the kingdom of Macedonia during the
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Gold, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Solid 18k Gold Salvador Dalí the Man on Dolphin Necklace Sculpture
By Salvador Dalí
Located in Bilbao, ES
Limited Edition 18k Yellow Gold Salvador Dali Pendant Necklace / Bracelet
This is a limited
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Artisan Figurines and Sculptures
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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Medium Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace with Three Diamonds, 24kt Gold
Located in Bozeman, MT
Medium Pegasus Coin Charm Amulet Pendant Necklace with Three Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver by
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
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Greek Gold Pendant Necklace Figure For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate greek gold pendant necklace figure for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect greek gold pendant necklace figure may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a greek gold pendant necklace figure has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Vaibhav Dhadda, Naimah and DUBINI are consistently popular. A greek gold pendant necklace figure can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 4 agate versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a greek gold pendant necklace figure, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.
How Much is a Greek Gold Pendant Necklace Figure?
Prices for a greek gold pendant necklace figure can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $311 and can go as high as $19,750, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,390.
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.
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