Medusa Diamond Pendant
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
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2010s Greek Byzantine Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 22k Gold
20th Century Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Fashion Rings
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Asian Bangles
Jade
Vintage 1950s American Modernist Bangles
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum
Antique 1870s American Neoclassical Fashion Rings
Agate, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces
Diamond
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces
Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches
Turquoise, Silver, Enamel
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Greek Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces
14k Gold
20th Century American Modern Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Modernist Brooches
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Brooches
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches
Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
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.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021A good size diamond pendant is really a matter of preference. Usually half-carat and one-carat diamond pendants are considered the best size since they are within a budget range that many can realistically aspire to have. On 1stDibs, you can find a range of sizes of diamond pendants from different periods and creators to choose from.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021The best chain for a diamond pendant is really a matter of preference. There are various features to look out for when you’re shopping for a chain for your diamond pendant — durability-wise, a cable chain will be strong and versatile for everyday wear. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage chain necklaces and pendant jewelry today.
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