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Victorian Large Aquamarine Diamond and Enamel Pendant, ca. 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant, ca. 1860s A large aquamarine pendant from the Victorian
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

22.32 Carat Aquamarine 7.62 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive, large gold aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The quatrefoil
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mexico Large Sterling Silver Teardrop Aquamarine Glass Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Mexican sterling silver and aquamarine colored glass teardrop pendant. This handcrafted artisan
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20th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Vintage Large 18ct Gold and Trillion Cut Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
A superb 18 carat gold and aquamarine pendant. A vintage, 1970s example. The yellow gold cross over
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Gold

Large Aquamarine Crystal Silver Pendant March birthstone gift raw aigue-marine
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver pendant with Aquamarine crystal on black cord, 100% silk, made in Japan Aquamarine
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
showcases a large pear shaped aquamarine at the centre which swings freely amidst a frame of round brilliant
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified Natural Aquamarine Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, NY
Stunning vintage necklace featuring a large GIA Certified Natural Aquamarine. GIA Report
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Deakin & Francis Sterling Silver Large Mother of Pearl and Aquamarine Pendant
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery, precision cut piece of mother-of-pearl and
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

25.10 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic and stylish pendant featuring a large rectangular aquamarine weighing 25.10 carats. It has a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Deakin & Francis Large Pendant with Grey Mother-of-Pearl and an Aquamarine
By Deakin & Francis
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
Collection; choose from our array of beautiful pendants, rings and earrings each containing a shimmery
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Contemporary Large Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 72.06 Ctw In Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant crafted in solid yellow
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Vintage 1980s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant. The pendant features four organic shaped
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
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H 2.8 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Luna Felix Aquamarine Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
lovely piece features a large rectangular aquamarine weighing 15 carats which has an ideal sea-blue color
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Large Pendant in 18Kt Gold with 72.06 Ctw in Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant, crafted in solid yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Platinum and Gold Aquamarine and Pearl Pendant
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
Dating from the Edwardian era circa 1910 this beautiful pendant is set in platinum on 9ct gold with
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Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, Platinum

Aquamarine Unique 18k Gold Chain Pendant with , Wurzbacher
Located in Berlin, BE
aquamarine gemstone. Expertly crafted by the renowned Berlin master goldsmith Wurzbacher, this pendant is a
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21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Aquamarine Unique 18k Gold Chain Pendant with , Wurzbacher
Aquamarine Unique 18k Gold Chain Pendant with , Wurzbacher
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H 0.48 in W 1.66 in L 1.97 in
Antique 17.60 Carat Cushion Aquamarine 18 KT Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
- Centrally set with a large scale, antique cushion cut, untreated Aquamarine of nearly 18.0 Carats. Marvelous
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Early 20th Century European Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Antique Aquamarine drop pendant, 15k yellow gold, Pearl
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly stunning antique Aquamarine drop pendant. Art Nouveau era this beautiful triple drop
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 3.00 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
display a large aquamarine stone set amidst a Rose Cut diamond setting. Weighing approximately 3.00 carat
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large 23.66 carat aquamarine and 18 karat yellow gold pendant
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 3.36 in W 0.95 in L 1.54 in
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
This exquisite art deo statement piece of jewelry is offered by Alex & Co. This pendant showcases a
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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W 0.89 in D 0.51 in L 1.16 in
Antique 71.50Ct Aquamarine 0.10Ct Diamond and Platinum Pendant Circa 1925
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large antique 71.50 carat cushion cut aquamarine and 0.10 carat
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine Diamond and Rock Crystal Pendant with Chain
Located in Berlin, DE
A real eye-catcher set with large drop shaped aquamarine with a weight of circa 26,0 ct., 59
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant, English, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Aquamarine and diamond pendant. Set with one octagonal scissor cut natural unenhanced aquamarine in
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Vintage 1910s British Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Rose Gold, White Gold

Steven Battelle 30.6 Carats Cabochon Aquamarine 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An impressive 18 x 24 mm oval aquamarine cabochon is set in matte-finish handmade 18K gold with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold

Edwardian 20.30 Ct Aquamarine 1.40 Ct Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This breath taking antique pendant is Edwardian period, 1905 circa The exquisite hand workmanship
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1900s Antique 30.41 Carat Aquamarine and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
in 15k yellow gold. This substantial pendant features a stunning 30.41Ct oval faceted cut aquamarine
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Vintage 1910s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammerman Brothers Plat. Art Deco Style Aquamarine 20.62 Carat 10.55Ct. Pendant
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in New York, NY
workmanship. The platinum deco pendant necklace embraces an impressive emerald cut Aquamarine. The center
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Admirable 18k White Gold and Aquamarine Pendant with Diamonds (P8270)
Located in Teófilo Otoni, MG
The Aquamarine Pendant has been crafted with a beautiful gemstone (3.74cts) and solid 18k white
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Morganite and Aquamarine Pendant - 18K White Gold with Diamonds (P11926n)
Located in Teófilo Otoni, MG
The Morganite Aquamarine Pendant has been crafted with a beautiful gemstone (24.76cts) and solid
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 35.0 CT Natural Aquamarine 1.50 Ct Diamond Rare Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Heirloom An impressive Edwardian era , classy flowery design , large sized brooch pendant, 1910 ca
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique 42.88 Carat Aquamarine 0.10 Carat Diamond and 9k White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
magnificent, fine and impressive antique aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 9k white gold. The pierced
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Shell Pendant with Aquamarine Sapphire and Gemstones with Pink Biwa Pearls
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
pendant. Spectacular, large pendant measures 3 x 2 inches within a customized bezel displaying gemstones
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Style 17.80 Ct Natural Aquamarine Diamond Drop Pendant 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful Art Deco Style Aquamarine & Diamond drop pendant has been hand crafted of solid 18
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Early 2000s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Estate Huge 45.6 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Halo Pendant Diamond Cable Link Chain
By H & H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
that are H in color and VS1 in clarity. The large aquamarine is suspended from a double cable link
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large 3D Special Cut Brazilian Aquamarine Gemstone 18K handmade Bezel Necklace
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Non-gender Unique Natural Brazilian Aquamarine in 3D cut wrapped in a handmade 18K yellow gold
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

8.11ct Aquamarine Pendant w Natural Diamond Accents Solid 14K Gold Pear 18x12mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Santa Maria Aquamarines are rare and coveted gemstones. This gorgeous pendant showcases a large 8
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine Brilliant Clip Pendant 24.5 0.83 ct this Color is rare and demanded
Located in Viena, Viena
Pendant with very fine aquamarine in a rectangle cut of 24.50 ct, AAA+, 22 x 15.5 mm, eye-clean (in
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Mousies" Pendant Pair in Yellow Gold with Tahitian Pearls on Aquamarine Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
with the aquamarine bead chain included with the pendants.* This 17.5" necklace is made of 3.5mm
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style 17ct Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Set in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
Art Deco style 17ct aquamarine and diamond pendant set in 18 karat white gold. This unusual
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Edwardian 16.40 Ct Aquamarine Diamond necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
last century finely hand modelled from solid Platinum – marked The large Aquamarine is of amazing sky
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Edwardian 16.40 Ct Aquamarine Diamond necklace
Edwardian 16.40 Ct Aquamarine Diamond necklace
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H 1.89 in W 0.95 in L 18.51 in
118 Carat Aquamarine and Sapphire Tassel Sautoir Length Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Large Aquamarine and Sapphire Necklace 9.41 ct of Diamonds , 130.02 ct of Sapphires, and a single
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire

Aquamarine 76 Carats with Pave Diamonds on Chain
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Stunning and unique, large 76 carat Aquamarine pendant with natural character
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine 76 Carats with Pave Diamonds on Chain
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Stunning and unique, large 76 carat Aquamarine pendant with natural character
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18k Gold Aquamarine and Labradorite Botanical Charm Necklace
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
comprised of a large square aquamarine pendant set in 18k gold with a sweet diamond hydrangea flower topper
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Labradorite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

48.34Ct Aquamarine and 0.70Ct Diamond 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fastening to the reverse. This large oval aquamarine pendant necklace has been independently tested using
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Alexey Gabilo Aquamarine Crystals Silver Necklace Raw Uncut Gem Natural Blue
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
islands sparkling seas. This gorgeous sterling silver pendant features uniquely shaped natural aquamarine
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Alexey Gabilo Aquamarine Crystals Silver Necklace Raw Uncut Gem Natural Blue
Alexey Gabilo Aquamarine Crystals Silver Necklace Raw Uncut Gem Natural Blue
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H 2.76 in W 1.06 in D 0.63 in L 1.85 in
Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Paris Necklace in 18K Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional one-of-a-kind large aquamarine diamond and black onyx necklace attributed to Mauboussin
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Large Gold and Gem Set "Eye" Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Necklace Pendant in the Manner of Salvador Dali, this handmade piece measures 2 inches
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Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold

Aquamarine Crystal necklace silver Blue Beryl Raw Stone wedding anniversary gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver necklace with natural raw Aquamarine crystal crystal measurements - 0.63 х 1.73 in
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Aquamarine Crystal Necklace Ivy Snow Blue Beryl Raw Uncut Gem St Valentines Gift
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
A large patinated sterling silver pendant with natural large Aquamarine Crystal - Ivy under snow
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2010s French Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Beryl, Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

15mm Barrel-Shaped Tahitian Pearl Fob in Gold with Aquamarine & Zircon Chain
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
) Pendant - 33mm (1.3") long & 8.6 grams Aquamarine/Zircon Chain - 18" long, 4mm thick & 9.5 grams Necklace
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, ...

Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in Berlin, DE
The classic pendant consist of 14 K yellow gold and shows a large emerald-cut aquamarine weighing
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Mid-20th Century More Jewelry

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Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
Large Aquamarine Gold Pendant Brooch
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H 1.26 in W 1.1 in L 12.99 in
A.Jeschel Rich solid Sterling Silver pendant with Turquoise necklace.
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
craftsmanship with this vintage solid Sterling Silver pendant, adorned with striking turquoise accents
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Jasper, Amazonite, Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Venetian Revival 18K Gold Amazonite and Carnelian Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Beautiful large 18 karat gold Venetian Revival style lantern pendant. The pendant is set with four
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Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Amazonite, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

22.70 TCW Sapphire and Diamond Baguette Pendant with Oval Blue Topaz 14 Karat
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Large oval shaped Blue Topaz gemstone is centered in a spray of baguette diamonds and blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Topaz, Diamond, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Modernist 1970's Gold, Silver, & Gemstone Necklace/Brooch by Resia Schore
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gemstones Comprising a large pendant and a mixed metals gold and silver hand-built chain link necklace. The
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Large Fine Aquamarine and Diamond Ring or Pendant 18 Karat and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
A fantastic 30-carat aquamarine ring surrounded by diamonds and set in platinum and mounted on 18
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ebony Gold Malachite Emerald Tiger's Eye Diamond Carmen Rosary
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
sterling silver 14k gold plated large clasp that opens and closes allowing to change/remove pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Tourmaline, Gold, 14...

Necklace in 18K White Gold Multicolored Sapphires, Fine Stones and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
citrines, plus aquamarines, and a large green stone at its end. Diamonds: 274 for approx. 1.60 carats
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Green Sapphire, Quartz, Sapphire, Blu...

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Large Aquamarine Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of large aquamarine pendants for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Platinum and Yellow Gold. Our selection of items includes 23 vintage examples as well as 6 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of large aquamarine pendants made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Fine Jewels UK and Deakin & Francis produced popular versions that are worth a look. Today, if you’re looking for emerald cut large aquamarine pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and pear cut alternatives. When shopping our range of large aquamarine pendants, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.

How Much are Large Aquamarine Pendants?

Prices for large aquamarine pendants can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $212 and can go as high as $74,000, while large aquamarine pendants, on average, fetch $9,900.

Finding the Right Necklaces for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

Questions About Large Aquamarine Pendants
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023
    Generally, a large pendant isn't called by a special name. Most people will simply refer to one as a pendant. However, there are terms for some types of pendants. For example, a locket is a hinged pendant that can hold a photograph or a lock of hair, while a medallion is a round pendant that resembles a coin. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pendants.