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Antique Italian Hand-Carved Mother of Pearl Gobbo Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Italy around the Georgian era (early 1800s). It was carved by hand of mother of pearl, which offers the
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Pendant Necklaces

18K Yellow Gold Italian Hand Painted Portrait Pendant / Brooch with Diamonds
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely 18K yellow gold and hand painted portrait piece is replete with extraordinary details
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Mid-20th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand Carved Cherub Coral Heart Pendant 18 Karat Italian Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Skillfully hand carved in natural orange coral, angelic cherubs lovingly nuzzle together on this
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Vintage 1960s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Hand-Carved Natural Coral Seahorse and 18karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Grunfeld Italian hand-carved natural coral seahorse and 18k yellow gold pendant. 5.90 grams. This
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2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Chandelier, 18th Century
By Midcentury Italian school
Located in Madrid, ES
Additional Information: Italian candle holder from the 18th century.  
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Antique Early 18th Century Italian Rococo Chandeliers and Pendants

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Wood

Italian Chandelier, 18th Century
Italian Chandelier, 18th Century
H 33.08 in W 9.85 in D 9.85 in
Italian 1950s Large Hand Blown Opaline Glass Pendants
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Large hand blown opaline glass ball pendants, brass-mounted with a single E-27 light socket for a
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Engraved Florentine Italian Diamond Pendant
By David Meelheim Designs
Located in Houston, TX
Created in Italy, this classic pendant is hand engraved 18K white and yellow gold. Total diamond
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Engraved Florentine Italian Diamond Pendant
Engraved Florentine Italian Diamond Pendant
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H 1.15 in W 0.52 in
Italian 18K Gold Dodecahedral Pendant Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
This beutiful pendant necklace, designed and made in Italy, is a three-dimensional dodecahedron
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Hand Carved Italian Coral and Onyx Pendant in Gold with Blackened Steel Chain
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
hand carved into a happy Buddhist deity. Accented with 2 shiny black onyx beads and an 18k yellow gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Onyx, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel

Berca 12Kt Natural Pink Hand Inlaid Hand Engraved Fish Shaped Tourmaline Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
One-of-a-kind, chic pendant featuring an unique 12Kt pink tourmaline, beautifully fish shaped. The
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Gold Italian Antique Cameo Pendant
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Italian Antique Cameo Pendant Hand carved cameo shell with a darker than usual background
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold

9ct Gold Italian Antique Cameo Pendant
9ct Gold Italian Antique Cameo Pendant
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H 1.38 in W 0.79 in D 0.4 in Dm 0.79 in L 1.38 in
Crystal Genovese Italian Hand Carved Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant Chandelier LA
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Crystal Genovese Italian Hand Carved Hanging Ceiling Light Pendant Chandelier LA . Late 18th
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Antique Early 19th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Crystal, Metal

Metal Colorful Hand Painted Romantic Roses Bouquet Pendant Lamp, Italy, 1960s
Located in Den Haag, NL
Metal colorful Romantic roses bouquet pendant lamp, Italy, 1960s Large lamp, hand painted metal.
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Italian 14k Gold Blue Topaz Pendant
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Beautifully Hand Crafted 14k Yellow Pendant Set With a Blue Topaz Stone, Surrounded By a 14k White
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 14k Gold Blue Topaz Pendant
Italian 14k Gold Blue Topaz Pendant
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W 0.83 in L 0.97 in
Rare Hand Crafted & Glazed Italian Majolica Pendant w. Ocean Wildlife Sculpture
Located in Lisse, NL
restaurant in town then maybe you should be the next custodian of this ocean life inspired pendant. In all
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

18k Gold Hand Carved Veiltail Fish Pendant
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This whimsical 18K gold pendant with hand-carved coral veiltail fish suspended from hinged clip
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2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Rose Gold Hamsa Hand Evil Eye Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Rose Gold Hamsa Hand Evil Eye Diamond Pendant Necklace. This piece is absolutely exquisite
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Ceramic Hand Imprinted Orange Chandelier Pendant Il Picchio, Italy, 1970s
Located in Rome, IT
imprinted hands on both sides. Perfect conditions.
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Ceramic

Barovier & Toso Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, Model "Venexiana", Italy, 1991
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A rare hand blown Murano glass pendant by the renowned glass manufacturer Barovier & Toso, Italy
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

1970s Italian Hand Blown Murano Taupe & Brown Glass and Chrome Pendant Light
Located in London, GB
1970s, Italian, Murano, hand blown glass, ceiling pendant light with a chromed-metal frame, feature
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Italian 1970s Murano hand-blown glass and gilded metal frame pendant lamp.
Located in Caprino Veronese, VR
A beautiful hand-blown Murano glass pendant lamp from the 1970s. The clear etched glass bowl has a
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Barovier & Toso Hand Blown Murano Glass Pendant, Model "Venexiana", Italy, 1991
By Barovier&Toso
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A rare hand blown Murano glass pendant by the renowned glass manufacturer Barovier & Toso, Italy
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand-Crafted Mid-Century Thick Glass Italian Murano Pendant Great Shape & Color
Located in Lisse, NL
Mid-Century kitchen, bedroom or entrance pendant. This handcrafted, Murano glass pendant will look
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Mid-20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Hand-Made 18kt Gold Italian Crucifix with Rubies
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Hand-Made 18kt Gold Italian Crucifix is a meticulously crafted religious pendant that exudes
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Hand-Made 18kt Gold Italian Crucifix with Rubies
Hand-Made 18kt Gold Italian Crucifix with Rubies
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W 1.19 in D 0.12 in L 2.21 in
Yellow Gold Italian Trevi Fountain Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Italian Trevi Fountain Pendant. The pendant features Oceanus, the Greek Titan
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1990s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Italian Trevi Fountain Pendant
Yellow Gold Italian Trevi Fountain Pendant
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H 1.26 in W 1.23 in
Italian 18K Gold Abstract Heart Shape Pendant Necklace
Located in Macau, MO
This beautiful heart shape pendant necklace, decorated with three interlocking smaller hearts in
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy, 1940s
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Stylish Charm Pendant Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s "Sothie' Italian Murano Glass Hand Blown Clear and White Pendant Light
Located in New York, NY
Sculptural 1970s glass pendant light from Murano by Italian lighting company Sothis. The globe
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Pendants, 1930-1939
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown Opaline glass ball pendants with burnished brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pendant with Diamond
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pendant with Diamond is a meticulously crafted and stylish
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pendant with Diamond
Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Fashion Pendant with Diamond
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W 1.58 in D 0.2 in L 1.46 in
Vintage Italian 18 karat Yellow Gold Cross Hand-Carved
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
The vintage Italian 18-karat Yellow Gold Cross is a meticulously crafted piece of jewelry
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20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stylish Pendant White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Charm Pendant Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Ceramic Carpe Diem Pendant with Aventurine and Star Second Hand
Located in Santarcangelo Di Romagna, IT
Carpe Diem, Time is precious. " Make a Wish" Pendant. The beautiful dark blue aventurine has been
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aventurine, 18k Gold, Titanium

Pair of Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Pendants, 1930-1939
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
Pair of hand blown Opaline glass ball pendants with burnished brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Set of Three Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Pendants, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A set of three hand blown opaline glass ball pendants with burnished brass mounts, chain and canopy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Italian Art Deco large Hand Blown Opaline Glass Ball Pendant, 1930-1939
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A large Italian ball hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with burnished brass mounts, chain and
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Murano Glass Pendant, Italy 1970s
Located in Oud Beijerland, NL
Stunning and rare Italian pendant produced in the 1970s. Beautiful and very large hand blown Murano
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Chrome

Murano Glass Pendant, Italy 1970s
Murano Glass Pendant, Italy 1970s
H 39.38 in Dm 18.51 in
Set of Three Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Theatre Pendants, 1930s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A set of three hand blown opaline glass ball Theatre pendants with burnished brass mounts, chain
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

Berca 0.28 Karat White Diamond Hand Inlaid Rock Crystal Disk Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
A very chic, timeless, yet not traditional Round Shaped Pendant featuring a 0.28kt Brilliant Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Couture Scorpio Italian 2002 Rare Kinetic Sterling Convertible Bracelet Pendant
By UGO CACCIATORI
Located in Chicago, IL
Italian-Riviera goldsmith Ugo Cacciatori, while he worked from his coastal studio on the Cinque
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Hand-Carved Coral Fish Pendant on 18K Yellow Gold Hook
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This whimsical 18K gold pendant with a hand-carved fish of coral from Torre del Greco, Italy, is
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2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charm Pendant White Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set of Three Italian Art Deco Hand Blown Opaline Glass Brass Pendants, 1940s
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A set of three hand blown opaline glass ball pendant with brass mounts, chain and canopy, Italy
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants

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Brass

18k Gold Fish Pendant from Hand Carved Coral on Hook
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
This whimsical 18K gold pendant with hand-carved coral fish from Torre del Greco, Italy, is
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2010s Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Italian Cross 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flowers Hand Carved
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Flowers and leaves, all hand-carved in 18kt Yellow Gold. The work on this cross is highly detailed
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Late 20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond 18kt Pendant, Made in Italy by Cynthia Scott
By Cynthia Scott
Located in Logan, UT
diamonds. This pendant was handmade and Florentine engraved in Florence, Italy. -0.72ct Ceylon Sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pendant Charm Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic Designed by Fuksas
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Owl Pendant White & Black Diamonds Yellow Gold Hand Decorated with Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Unique piece. Gold 750‰ ­ White Diamonds ­ Black Diamonds ­ Piece entirely handmade by micromosaic artists. Comes with life guarantee Retail price does not include the neck...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Hand-Chiselled Italian Cross 18 Karat Gold and White Pearl
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
Gorgeous Italian Cross in 18kt Yellow and White Gold. The Pearl is set on a white gold crown in the
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Berca 0.56 Karat White Diamond Hand Inlaid Rock Crystal Platinum Heart Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
A very chic, timeless, yet not traditional Heart Pendant featuring a natural rock crystal hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Platinum

Hand Blown Murano Glass Caged Pendant Lantern
Located in SAINTE-COLOMBE, FR
an iron cage to accentuate its shape. This piece is a lovely example of Italian craftsmanship
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Early 20th Century Italian Chandeliers and Pendants

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Metal

Berca 0.24Kt Champagne Diamond 12 Kt Natural Hand Inlaid Amethyst Heart Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
A Very Chic, Timeless, yet not traditional Heart Pendant featuring a 12Kt Natural Hand Inlaid
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold

Ice Glass Murano Pendant, Italy
Located in Toronto, ON
This stunning “ice” glass multi level chandelier is adorned with over 150 pieces of thick figured Murano glass. It takes 6 light bulbs so it can shine brightly in any room! Wired for...
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

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Murano Glass

Italian Venetian Murano Glass Pendant Cameo of Crucified Cross in Silver
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Ornaments Pendant Size: 55 mm X 45 mm (2' Inch high) (glass istelf 30 X 40 mm) Hand made in Venice Italy
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2010s Italian Gothic Revival Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Sterling Silver

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Italian Hand Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal Italian hand pendant for your home. Frequently made of glass, metal and murano glass, every Italian hand pendant was constructed with great care. Find 5318 options for an antique or vintage Italian hand pendant now, or shop our selection of 2207 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect Italian hand pendant — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century are available. An Italian hand pendant, designed in the mid-century modern, modern or Art Deco style, is generally a popular piece of furniture. Many designers have produced at least one well-made Italian hand pendant over the years, but those crafted by Venini, Mazzega Murano and Fabio Ltd are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is an Italian Hand Pendant?

Prices for an Italian hand pendant start at $1 and top out at $554,767 with the average selling for $3,981.

Finding the Right chandeliers-pendant-lights for You

Chandeliers — simple in form, inspired by candelabras and originally made of wood or iron — first made an appearance in early churches. For those wealthy enough to afford them for their homes in the medieval period, a chandelier's suspended lights likely exuded imminent danger, as lit candles served as the light source for fixtures of the era. Things have thankfully changed since then, and antique and vintage chandeliers and pendant lights are popular in many interiors today.

While gas lighting during the late 18th century represented an upgrade for chandeliers — and gas lamps would long inspire Danish architect and pioneering modernist lighting designer Poul Henningsen — it would eventually be replaced with the familiar electric lighting of today.

The key difference between a pendant light and a chandelier is that a pendant incorporates only a single bulb into its design. Don’t mistake this for simplicity, however. An Art Deco–styled homage to Sputnik from Murano glass artisans Giovanni Dalla Fina (note: there is more than one lighting fixture that shares its name with the iconic mid-century-era satellite — see Gino Sarfatti’s design too), with handcrafted decorative elements supported by a chrome frame, is just one stunning example of the elaborate engineering that can be incorporated into every component of a chandelier.

Chandeliers have evolved over time, but their classic elegance has remained unchanged. Not only will the right chandelier prove impressive in a given room, but it can also offer a certain sense of practicality. These fixtures can easily illuminate an entire space, while their elevated position prevents them from creating glare or straining one’s eyes. Certain materials, like glass, can complement naturally lit settings without stealing the show. Brass, on the other hand, can introduce an alluring, warm glow. While LEDs have earned a bad reputation for their perceived harsh bluish lights and a loss of brightness over their life span, the right design choices can help harness their lighting potential and create the perfect mood. A careful approach to lighting can transform your room into a peaceful and cozy nook, ideal for napping, reading or working.

For midsize spaces, a wall light or sconce can pull the room together and get the lighting job done. Perforated steel rings underneath five bands of handspun aluminum support a rich diffusion of light within Alvar Aalto's Beehive pendant light, but if you’re looking to brighten a more modest room, perhaps a minimalist solution is what you’re after. The mid-century modern furniture designer Charlotte Perriand devised her CP-1 wall lamps in the 1960s, in which a repositioning of sheet-metal plates can redirect light as needed.

The versatility and variability of these lighting staples mean that, when it comes to finding something like the perfect chandelier, you’ll never be left hanging. From the whimsical — like the work of Beau & Bien’s Sylvie Maréchal, frequently inspired by her dreams — to the classic beauty of Paul Ferrante's fixtures, there is a style for every room. With designs for pendant lights and chandeliers across eras, colors and materials, you’ll never run out of options to explore on 1stDibs.

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