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Diamond Gemstone Gold Large Pendant Enhancer
Located in New York, NY
Large 14k white gold enhancer pendant, with center pink gemstone - 17.2mm x 17mm x 12.8mm
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Mallary Marks Tibetan Lace Gemstone Statement Pendant Necklace 18k Gold 17.5"
Located in McLeansville, NC
Collection. The pendant features a large bubbled "lace" design with gemstone briloette fringe handing from
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold

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

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
Large Opal Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold
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H 1.22 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.02 in
Large Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A bold pendant featuring a 187 carat oval shape amethyst gemstone adorned by 2.76 carats of round
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Large Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Large Amethyst Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
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W 1.5 in L 2.25 in
Ippolita 18k Gold Necklace with Gemstones Inlay Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Ippolita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique Ippolita necklace made of 18k yellow gold and gemstones. The necklace is composed of a
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Quartz Crystal Silver Pendant Large Natural Brazilian Raw Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Rhodium-plated silver pendant with natural large rare raw Rose Quartz crystal crystal origin
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Silver

Rose Quartz Crystal Silver Pendant Large Natural Brazilian Raw Gemstone
Rose Quartz Crystal Silver Pendant Large Natural Brazilian Raw Gemstone
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H 2.05 in W 1.3 in D 0.75 in L 1.61 in
Sacchi Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Unique Ruby and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s "Maya" Collection, hand
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

.925 Sterling Silver Blue Topaz Gemstone and Diamond Accent Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
pendant fashioned in radiant sterling silver. A large ocean blue trillion cut prong set blue topaz is
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Pink Faceted Gemstone Necklace with a Gold Plated Large Brass Bee
Located in London, GB
Beautiful pink faceted gemstone necklace, with a lovely gold plated brass bee. The bee is designed
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Large 3D Special Cut Brazilian Aquamarine Gemstone 18K handmade Bezel Necklace
By Alison Nagasue AKN Design
Located in Rutherford, NJ
bezel statement necklace. The new 3D cut is an optical illusion if viewed from different angles. In one
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Large Black Quartz Morion Silver Pendant Raw Crystal Black Natural Gemstone
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver pendant with natural black Quartz Morion crystal measurements - 0.87 х 1.26 х 1.89 in
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2010s German Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Silver

Large Black Quartz Morion Silver Pendant Raw Crystal Black Natural Gemstone
Large Black Quartz Morion Silver Pendant Raw Crystal Black Natural Gemstone
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H 1.97 in W 1.26 in D 0.87 in L 1.89 in
Sacchi Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s Klimt
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nicky Butler Limited Ed Raj Collection Sterling Silver Multi-Gemstone Necklace
By Nicky Butler
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Nicky Butler Sterling Silver and multi-gemstone beaded necklace with large pendant. This is a
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver

Sacchi 14.5 Carat Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Lovely Ruby and Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s "Universe" Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tourmaline & Diamonds Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Natural Large Pink Gemstone
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Unique Large Colorful Tourmaline - Hand Made In the USA 18k Yellow Gold 13.30 Grams All Natural
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Stunning Vintage 15.95Ct Tanzanite 18K Yellow Gold Large Oval Gemstone Pendant
Located in Addison, TX
Here we have a bold beauty, crafted in 18K yellow gold this sloping slide pendant demands attention
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone and Diamond Sailing Boat Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold sapphire, emerald and diamond pendant. The pendant features a large sailing boat
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Antique Silver Coin in 22-21 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver Macedonian Coin Medallion Pendant Necklace. Antique 3rd Cent BC Greek coin, set in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamond, White Diamo...

Abalone Gemstone and Art Glass Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Statement necklace featuring a large centrally set abalone shell on a multi-strand chain of art
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold-filled

Abalone Gemstone and Art Glass Necklace
Abalone Gemstone and Art Glass Necklace
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H 4 in W 0.5 in L 24 in
Extra Large Firenze II Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Extra Large Firenze II, All Diamond Cushion Pendant With Chain, 1.62 Ct Approximately 15.7 mm x
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Large Multi-Beaded Embellished Turquoise Pendant Bib Collar Necklace
Located in Milton Keynes, GB
This impressively decorated, fabulous rare bib collar necklace full of life and colour correctly
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2010s British Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amazonite, Crystal, Garnet, Turquoise, Jasper, Gold-filled, Gold ...

Signed 1960's Modernist Gold, Silver, & Multi-Gemstone Necklace by Resia Schor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. In sterling silver, 14k gold, and bezel-set with multiple gemstones Comprising a large pendant and a
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20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage 9k gold Gemstone clown pendant, Articulated
Located in NEWARK, GB
make for a wonderful gift. The pendant has a large integral gold bale which is hallmarked. Marks and
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Late 20th Century British Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendant Necklace in 14k White Gold with Large Diamond Heart
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
14K white gold all diamond large heart pendant with hidden bale & chain, 7 diamond 1.14 ct, 10
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Sweet Sixteen Pendant Necklace, Yellow Gold, Peridot and Pearl Large Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Pendant Style: Large Charm Gemstone: Peridot Peridot Number: 3 Peridot Shape: Round Peridot Diameter: 2.60
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Vintage 1960s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Diamond and Ruby Large Key Pendant Necklace in Polished Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning Tiffany & Co. diamond and ruby key pendant is an elegant work of art. Made from
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. HardWear Large Double Link Rose Gold Pavé Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
point of the necklace is the pendant, with its dual links. One link is adorned with shimmering pavé
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Large Double Dolphins Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Approximately 30 mm diameter / 34 mm including bale Available in other metal/ gemstone options: This pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Large Double Dolphins Pendant
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Dm 1.34 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Labradorite Diamond Heart Shape Pendant Necklace
By Joon Han
Located in New York, NY
A one-of-a-kind large heart shaped labradorite and diamond pendant necklace, It is handcrafted in
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Diamond, Labradorite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi Purple Amethyst Gemstone Pendant 18 Karat Satin Yellow Gold
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Purple Amethyst Gemstone Satin Yellow Gold Pendant, from Sacchi's "Spring" Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Organic Gemstone Sterling Silver Custom Necklace, Emerald Cut Citrine, Organic
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Silver Pendant Style: Organic Gemstone Color: Green / Multi-Colored Gemstone: Emerald-cut Citrine
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Sterling Silver

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

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Vintage Native American Sterling Silver and Gemstone Leather Bollo Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Great Native American Bolo retailed at Silver Cloud Jewelrywith large turquoise center surrounded
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Turquoise, Sterling Silver, Silver

A.Jeschel Splendid Tibetan Pendant on Lustrous Baroque Pearl Necklace
By Elaine Silverstein
Located in Miami, FL
One-of-a-Kind Extraordinary 37" long fashion necklace large Baroque Pearls. Carved and polished 12
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Jade, Multi-gemstone, Freshwater Pearl, Brass, Sterling Silver

Blue Topaz Necklace, Professional Fantasy Gemstone 9.97 Carats and Diamond Halo
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
necklace are listed below: Metal Quality: 14K White Gold Necklace Style: Pendant Diamond Number: 41
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, 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

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Frederic Sage Large “Dolphin” Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Large “Dolphin” Pendant with Abalone and White Mother of Pearl and 18″ chain, 0.26 CT
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Large Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Large Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant. Oval Opal and Round Rubies are the stars of this dazzling pendant
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Vintage 1980s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Large Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant
Large Opal Ruby Diamond Pendant
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H 1.54 in W 1.15 in
Milky Way Opal Silver Pendant Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Located in Berlin, DE
Large unisex Australian Opal pendant in matte finish silver opal origin - Australia opal
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2010s German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Silver

Milky Way Opal Silver Pendant Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
Milky Way Opal Silver Pendant Blue Natural Australian Gemstone Unisex Jewelry
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H 1.73 in W 0.67 in D 0.12 in L 1.34 in
Sacchi White and Black Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace embellished with Black and White Diamonds, from Sacchi’s "Anemones
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mindi Mond 13.61 Carat Diamond Gemstone Pearl Rose Gold Shaker Pendant
By Mindi Mond
Located in New York, NY
One of our newest favorite creations. A one-of-a-kind treasure. The large oval shaped
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21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin and Tourmaline Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects. The Pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Mozambique 24.21 Carat Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Glamorous large ruby diamond pendant necklace. Intense fiery red, high luster, cushion faceted
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

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

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

Materials

Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Goshwara Large Opal And Diamond Pendant
By Goshwara
Located in New York, NY
Large Reddish Opal Pendant with Diamonds n 18K Yellow Gold, from 'G-One' Collection Gemstone
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiger's Eye Quartz Silver Pendant Necklace
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This beautiful vintage pendant necklace is set with a large tiger's eye quartz stone. The silver
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Silver

\Large Arrow Black & White Diamond Pendant
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
Large Arrow Black & White Diamond Pendant With Diamond Bale And Chain, Black Diamond 0.42 Ct, White
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

\Large Arrow Black & White Diamond Pendant
\Large Arrow Black & White Diamond Pendant
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H 0.83 in W 0.79 in
Antique Gold Necklace with Amethyst Pendant Enhancer
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
charm pendant enhancer with over eight carats of deep purple amethyst gemstone The removable medallion
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Antique Late 19th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi Ancient Roman Coin and Tourmaline Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects. The Pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi "Universe" Heart Ruby and Diamonds Gemstones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
and large pieces, and polishing with agate stones gives characteristic light effects. The Pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alexander Macedonian Antique Silver Coin in 22-21 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By AB Jewelry NYC
Located in New York, NY
Antique silver Macedonian Coin Medallion Pendant Necklace. Large antique 3rd Cent BC Greek coin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Garnet, Brown Diamond, Yellow Diamo...

Big Purple Heart Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Heart Gemstone 13.6 carat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Purple Heart Pendant 13.60 carat Deep Purple Amethyst Heart Shape Pendant Natural Amethyst
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Memento All Diamond Sun Charm Pendant Large
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
. Large Pendant Height without bail: 15 mm. Also available in the regular size with pendant height without
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Crystals of Colombian Emerald Necklace Silver
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large silver necklace with Emerald crystals cluster on Calcite on black 100% silk cord - Japan
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2010s French Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Emerald, Silver

Large “Firenze II” Diamond Pendant with Chain
By Frederic Sage
Located in Great Neck, NY
Large “Firenze II” Pendant with 18″ chain, diamond 1.25 Ct. approximately 13.8 mm x 13.8 mm / 15 mm
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Diamond star pendant, sterling silver necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
You can't help but be enchanted by this beautiful antique diamond star pendant. A wonderful twelve
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver

Monogrammed Gold and Sapphire Locket Pendant. 14k Yellow Gold, Large Pendant
Located in McLeansville, NC
and sapphire locket pendant. This large pendant is made from 14k yellow gold and features a dainty
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Large Gemstone Pendant Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact large gemstone pendant necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 532 vintage editions and 578 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a large gemstone pendant necklace may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A large gemstone pendant necklace from Lizunova Fine Jewels, Polya Medvedeva Jewellery and Sarosi By Timeless Gems — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a large gemstone pendant necklace featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a large gemstone pendant necklace, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Large Gemstone Pendant Necklace?

On average, a large gemstone pendant necklace at 1stDibs sells for $3,194, while they’re typically $125 on the low end and $1,012,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

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

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

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

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

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

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