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Lauren Harper Multicolored Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte gold finish. Pendant hangs on 3 delicate 27 inch chains.
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2010s Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper Sea Agate Aquamarine Diamond Gold Pendant Statement Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Truly a one of a kind, this pendant is beyond unique. Lauren Harper has taken a translucent sea
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper Sapphire, 18 Karat Gold Shaker Statement Pendant Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
spectacular gem shaped 18kt gold cage. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte gold finish, this pendant
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper Boulder Opal, Diamond, Gold Statement Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
geometric designs. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte gold, this necklace hangs on a 28 inch 18kt
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2010s Unknown Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper Boulder Opal, Diamond, Gold Statement Necklace
Lauren Harper Boulder Opal, Diamond, Gold Statement Necklace
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W 1.26 in D 0.12 in L 3.98 in
Aquamarine Petrified Opalized Wood Gold Necklace by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
jewelry, and organic design. The necklace is finished in Lauren Harper's signature 18kt Gold matte finish
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2010s Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal, 18k Gold

7.05cts Tanzanite, Diamond and Gold Flower Necklace by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning designer, Lauren Harper, this Tanzanite and Diamond flower motif necklace
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2010s Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Opalized Wood Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Necklace by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
This one of a kind pendant is truly spectacular. Faceted marquis shaped Aquamarines surround a one
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2010s Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Opal

Lauren Harper Larimar Aquamarine Apatite 18 Karat Gold Gemstone Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Aquamarine gemstones set in Lauren Harper's signature matte 18kt Gold. Pendant has removable latch in the
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2010s Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Lauren Harper .94cts Diamonds, 34cts Loose White Topaz, Gold Pendant on Chains
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Diamonds. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte 18kt Gold. Pendant hangs on 3 small 18kt Gold 30
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

1.60 Carat Diamond, Rainbow Moonstone 18kt Gold Star Pendant by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
This double-sided star pendant boasts 1.60 carats of diamonds, with white diamonds on one side, and
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Pink Sapphire in 18kt Gold Star Necklace on Gold Chains by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
, making a feminine and unique statement. Finished in Lauren Harper's signature matte gold, this pendant
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolored Sapphires, Crystal Quartz, 18 karat Gold Oval Pendant Necklace
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
, and is adjustable from 16 to 18 inches, with the oval pendant hanging below that length. The 18kt
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2010s North American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18KW Diamond "Harp" Pendant
By Gregg Ruth
Located in Cincinnati, OH
True to Gregg Ruth designs, this harp has a lot of special details and sparkles brightly. 18 karat
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
By Amy Y
Located in Santa Monica, CA
-kind 18K-white and 22K-yellow gold, painted enamel contemporary pendant necklace. Dreams do come true
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
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H 1.5 in W 1.13 in D 0.07 in Dm 1.75 in L 1.5 in
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Harp Necklace 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Beautiful, Victorian harp shaped, pendant
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
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H 1.03 in W 0.58 in
Antique Victorian silver pendant, Harp and Cross
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Victorian era silver pendant really stands out from the crowd. It is a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique 9k gold novelty seal fob pendant, harp, Bloodstone
Located in NEWARK, GB
small pendant or as a larger charm. Harps were often used to depict the gateway or connection between
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Enamel Heart Nude Goddess Maiden Playing Harp Locket Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant necklace which
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled, Gilt Metal, Enamel

Rainbow Moonstone White Diamond Double Link Chain Long Necklace, Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Dallas, TX
Long Drop Necklace handcrafted by award-winning jewelry designer Lauren Harper showcasing a
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2010s American Artisan Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Go...

White Gold Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with the big 15x15x8 mm size grown
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco pendant necklace is made of sterling silver and features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco pendant necklace is made of sterling silver and features a large 15x15x8 mm vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Silver, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Amethyst
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 karat yellow gold pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm grown amethyst, specially
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Sterling Silver Designer Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary designer pendant necklace features a deep green grown quartz measuring 15x15x3 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Yellow Gold Sapphire Floral Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Sterling Silver Modern Style Pendant Necklace with Topazes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The sterling silver Plum Blossom Modern style Pendant Necklace features 5 round natural topazes
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Modern Style Pendant Necklace with Topazes
Sterling Silver Modern Style Pendant Necklace with Topazes
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W 0.71 in D 0.6 in L 1.97 in
Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...

Yellow Gold Sapphire Floral Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Rose Gold Sapphire Floral Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Rose Gold Sapphire Floral Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat white gold pendant, Bindweed, belongs to the Blossom jewelry collection designed by Berlin
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Fourteen Karat White Gold Blossom Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom pendant in 14 karat white gold is encrusted with 5 round diamonds, and has been
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
featured in Harper's Bazaar and Vogue UA. Inspired by minimalistic lines, this pendant necklace is
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Bindweed sterling silver pendant necklace belongs to the Blossom jewellery collection, which was
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Bindweed sterling silver pendant necklace belongs to the Blossom jewellery collection, which was
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Rose Gold Contemporary Peony Petal Thirty Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold features a specially cut 15x15x8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features a 15x15x8 mm natural untreated pink tourmaline cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Thirty Diamonds White Gold Contemporary Floral Petal Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Thirty Diamonds Yellow Gold Contemporary Peony Petal Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Contemporary Bindweed Pendant Necklace Designed by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
14 karat white gold pendant necklace Bindweed belongs to the Blossom jewellery collection, which
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Floral Thirty Diamonds Pendant Necklace with Morganite
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary floral Peony Petal pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Morganite, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose ...

Ink Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This pendant necklace is part of the contemporary Ink jewellery collection, originally designed as
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features a 15x15x8 mm natural untreated pink tourmaline cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace features a 15x15x8 mm natural untreated pink tourmaline cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This art deco style pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with the big 15x15x8 mm size grown
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Pendant Necklace with Sapphire and Diamonds in White Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Sowflower floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, Whi...

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace in 18 karat white gold features a specially cut 15x15x8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Fourteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 14 Karat White Gold pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm green quartz, specially cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Rose Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is a stunning piece of jewellery crafted in 18 karat rose gold
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Natural Pink Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 15x15x8 mm big natural untreated
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This artist pendant necklace features a large 15x15x8 mm blue quartz and is made of 18 karat yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Ink Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
. This particular designer jewelry pendant is made of silver and showcases a smoky quartz measuring
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Silver

Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Thirty One Diamonds and Emerald
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

Floral Pendant Necklace with Morganite and Diamonds in Rose Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 31 round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Whi...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is a part of the Ink collection, which has gained recognition
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2010s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Floral Pendant Necklace with Morganite and Diamonds in White Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Peony Petal floral pendant necklace is in 18 karat white gold with 31 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Morganite, Diamond, Beryl, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose ...

Fourteen Karat Gold Contemporary Fig Pendant Necklace by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Fig pendant necklace is crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and features a vivid
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Green Quartz
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold and features a large 15x15x8 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver

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Harp Pendant Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact harp pendant necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. You’re likely to find the perfect harp pendant necklace among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic harp pendant necklace over the years, but those made by Lauren Harper, Amy Y and Gregg Ruth are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A harp pendant necklace can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 8 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. 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 cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our harp pendant necklace for sale are for women, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Harp Pendant Necklace?

Prices for a harp pendant necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $265 and can go as high as $13,400, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,200.

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.