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Antique, Large Onyx Gold Pendant, Enhancer with Black Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, historical, large onyx gold pendant. The pendant can also be converted into a brooch
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, Enamel

Antique 14 Karat Gold Locket Pendant Starburst Onyx Oriental Pearls Black Enamel
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant pendant locket has been cut out of onyx and decorated with a starburst made out of
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Antique 1870s European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Style "Ver Sacrum" Champlevé Enameled Onyx and Diamond 1970 Pendant
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
A unique, extraordinaire and timeless pendant featuring hand enameled Champslevé Technique on
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Vintage 1970s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel

White Diamond Pearl Jade Onyx Enamel Turquoise Yellow Gold "Carousel" Pendant
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
, ONYX and Blue Crystal. This Pendant has also Enamel and a Pearl. This Pendant is available also in 9
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Cultur...

Antique Victorian Onyx, Diamond, Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique onyx, pearl, 0.98 carat diamond and enamel, 18 karat yellow
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Tassel Spotted Panthere Diamond Onyx Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
iconic Panthère design, showcasing a harmonious blend of black enamel, black onyx, diamonds, and emeralds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

XVII-XVIII Pendant Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, Diamonds & Onyx
Located in Bilbao, ES
XVII-XVIII Capucine Cross in Yellow Gold, rose Diamonds & Onyx Black enamel Conical Chatons
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Antique 17th Century French Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Antique Black Onyx and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant, circa 1850
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
silver setting. The substantial body of the pendant has been crafted in black onyx, in the form of a
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Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Black Onyx Hardstone Yellow Gold EOS GREEK Goddess Carved Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1890-1910 layered black and white onyx Cameo with an enamel outer rim. The Goddess of the
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Solid White Gold Panther Diamond Onyx Pendant, Panther Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in Houston, TX
Panther Pave Diamond and Onyx Pendant in 14K Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1932 Art Deco Nordic Pendant Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 2.6gr
Located in SE
Pendant in 18K White Gold with the setting of Black onyx accented with Diamonds. There are ten
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Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Faceted Quartz, Black Onyx 16 mm diameter, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a pendant of
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Pink Opal Beads and Pendant Amethyst Pearls Quartz Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
spheres of 16 mm, Engraved Quartz beads , Black Onyx 16 mm beads, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Fortitudo Pendant 18k Yellow Gold 1 Diamond 0.02 ct Pink Carnelian Onyx
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval fortitudo pendant 18k yellow gold, Darcy & Elizabeth collection, 1 diamond, total
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Drop Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Carved Quartz, Black Onyx 16 mm diameter, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a Jade Round Drop
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Faceted Quartz, Black Onyx 16 mm
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
, Faceted Quartz, Black Onyx 16 mm diameter, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a pendant of
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique French Locket Pendant Maenad Cameo banded Red Onyx 18K White Gold / 18.2
Located in SE
Antique French Pendant / Locket in solid 18K White Gold inlaid with a hand-carved cameo of Maenad
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Vintage 1930s French Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Oval Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - 1 Diamond 0.02 ct GV S Blue Layered Onyx
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant 18k yellow gold, Darcy & Elizabeth collection, 1 diamond, total 0.02 ct G
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Memento Half Onyx - Half Diamond Sun Charm Pendant Large
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Portrait Enamel, Gold and Rose cut Diamond locket Pendant, c. 1860
Located in Aspen, CO
and is attached on a carved black onyx pendant. The verso has ornate initials in gold surrounded by a
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Antique 1860s American Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 1 Diamond 0.02 ct G VS Blue Layered Onyx
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant 18k yellow gold, Darcy & Elizabeth collection, 1 diamond, total 0.02 ct G
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Memento Half Onyx, Half Diamond Heart with pages Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Memento Half Onyx, Half Diamond Cloud with Pages Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Memento Half Onyx, Half Diamond Sun with Pages Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Onyx and Black Enamel Pendant Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Composed of onyx, enamel and 14K gold, these antique pendant earrings were created around 1870
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Antique Late 19th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Enamel

Onyx and Black Enamel Pendant Earrings
Onyx and Black Enamel Pendant Earrings
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W 0.75 in L 2.75 in
Engraved Genuine Lapis Lazuli Round Bead Green Onyx Cab 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
oval Green Onyx Cabochon measuring 6x8 mm. and a yellow gold pendant bail on the top part. In 1978 our
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Onyx Rose Cut Diamond Gold Initial Locket
Located in Danvers, MA
This superb Victorian period locket is carved from a solid piece of glossy black onyx with an
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Silver

1890 Victorian Diamond and Pearl Black Onyx Locket
Located in Lexington, KY
composed of Black Onyx and has an enamel bail and is marked "585" for 14K gold. This is the perfect locket
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elizabeth Raine 18 k White Gold Enamel Somewhere over the Rainbow Necklace
Located in London, GB
Enlightenment. DESCRIPTION: Handcrafted in 18Kt White Gold with Fine Rainbow Fine Enamelling. Focal 14 Carat
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Nouveau Enamel Platinum and 18 Karat Gold Diamond Necklace
Located in Fairfield, CT
multicolor enamel, black onyx, and diamonds covering the essentials of the art nouveau time period. Special
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
panel which allows a personal memento or keepsake to be displayed. This black onyx pendant is suspended
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Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Garnet, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
Victorian Black Onyx 3.50 Carat Coral and Demantoid Garnet Yellow Gold Locket
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H 0.61 in W 1.57 in D 0.61 in Dm 1.57 in L 2.87 in
Victorian Black Onyx Pearl Locket Necklace Flower Motif 14K Braided Hair Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture locket pendant necklace in Black Onyx, and
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Antique Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Purple Jade Amethyst Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Rubies Emeralds Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Quartz, Black Onyx, 14 kt Yellow Gold elements, from which hangs a pendant of engraved Lavender Jade
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yell...

Cartier Art Deco Enamel, Diamond Set Gold Mechanical Pencil
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier Art Deco enamel, diamond set gold mechanical pencil. An ultra rare Art Deco telescoping
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Theodor Fahrner Art Deco Silver Chain Pendant
By MS
Located in Berlin, DE
1927. Decorated with onyx and coral. Enamelled. Hallmarked: TF 935. Chain marked with STERLING. Total
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Early 20th Century German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Silver, Sterling Silver

Namesake Talisman Pendant in Malachite and 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
. *Pendant only* Please contact for price on chain. Also available in Lapis, Onyx, pink opal, chalcedony and
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2010s Australian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Coomi "Whatever" Question Mark Pendant Set in 20 Karat Gold
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
"Whatever" question mark pendant set in 20K yellow gold with 0.44cts diamond, 1.05cts black onyx
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Platinum 18 Karat Gold Diamond Onyx Enamel Art Deco Pendant Necklace
Located in Zurich, CH
Striking historical Art Déco pendant necklace with diamonds, onyx and black enamel. Delicately
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Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Platinum, Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Panthère De Pendant on a Silk String Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K yellow gold and silk cord Cartier Panthere de Cartier lariat necklace featuring carved onyx
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Peridot, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique, Onyx Gold Stud Earrings with Black Enamel
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique, historical, onyx gold stud earrings. With black enamel. No damages. Including certificate
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Stud Earrings

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Onyx, Gold, Enamel

Mid-Century Modern Five Pendant Fixture by J.T. Kalmar
By J.T. Kalmar
Located in New York, NY
nickel supports. The pendants are suspended, via onyx nylon, from a black enamel base. The height of each
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Vintage 1960s Austrian Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Enamel

Important 21.70 Carat Colombian Emerald Tassel Sautoir Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Set with: 6.05 ct. of Diamond 2.99 ct. of smaller Emeralds Onyx Black Enamel Pearls The tassel is
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Cultured Pearl

Enamel Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Link Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Lozenge chain with pendant depicting two enameled faces made of 14 Kt
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Antique 1890s Italian Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman 'Introspective II' Signature Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, onyx, silver, 14k gold, gold plate, bone, sapphire, enamel. *****Please take note that all religious
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

18k White/Rose Gold, Diamonds, Rubies, Morganite, Set (Necklace and Earrings)
Located in Bangkok, TH
White and Brown Diamonds 2.27 cts, Rubies 0.49 cts, Onyx 2.45 cts, White Agate 2 pcs 4.90 cts
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Morganite, Pearl, Ruby, 18...

Balogh 18 Karat Long Onyx Enamel and Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Balogh
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
An impressive, long enamel diamond and onyx 18 kt yellow gold necklace from Balogh & Co Jewelers
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20th Century American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Semiprecious Lapis Amethyst Onyx Glass Enamel Pearl Choker Necklace c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Semi precious lapis, amethyst, jet onyx glass enamel suntan pearl choker necklace c 1970s The
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Artisan Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Brass, Enamel

Orientalist Chandelier Att. to E. Cornu and G. Viot & Cie, France, circa 1870
By Eugène Cornu
Located in PARIS, FR
bronze and cloisonné enamel. It consists of a shaft formed by a baluster-shaped vase in onyx decorated
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Crystal, Onyx, Bronze, Enamel

Clarissa Bronfman Signature "Wink" Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
bottom pendants can be removed so the piece can also be worn as a bracelet. Wearer is able to interchange
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, ...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature "All That Matters" Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- top and bottom pendants can be removed so the piece can also be worn as a bracelet. Wearer is able to
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Diamond, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, Kyanite, 14k Gold, G...

Cartier White Gold Diamond Panthere with Tassels on a Signature Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Panthere tassel pendant with black enamel, black onyx, and set with round diamonds, F/G
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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

20th Century Ribboned Agate Onyx Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
round onyx cut in cabochon which retains a long black enamelled bar holding itself in pampille a drop of
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Dangle Earrings

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold

White Diamond Ruby Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Cut Diamonds. These Earrings have 0.80 Carats of Rubies. These Earrings have Mother of Pearl and Onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, R...

White Diamond Emerald Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Onyx. These Earrings have also Enamel and Pearls. These Earrings are available also in 9, 14 or 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Emerald...

White Diamond Citrine Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Mother of Pearl and Onyx. These Earrings have also Enamel and Pearls. These Earrings are available also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

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Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Citrine, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

Namesake Talisman Pendant in Onyx and 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Made to order* The stellar sibling of the malachite namesake pendant, crafted with Onyx that is
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2010s Drop Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Enamel Brooch, Pendant, as Exotic Ornamental Fish, 18 Karat Gold and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Beautiful and luxurious enamel brooch, pendant, (enhancer) as an exotic ornamental fish, 18 karat
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20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Elizabeth Gage 1993 London Enameled Pendant Brooch In 18Kt Gold With Citrine
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible pendant brooch designed by Elizabeth Gage. Magnificent and substantial pendant-brooch
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1990s English Modernist Brooches

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Citrine, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Enamel and Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
finished with striking black Enamel inlaid in the gold. We also make this gorgeous Amethyst pendant in
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Necklace Enhancers

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Amethyst, Onyx, Multi-gemstone, Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, Ename...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Enamel and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Enamel and Diamond Pendant Necklace
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Onyx Enamel Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the onyx enamel pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Enamel and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 23 vintage editions and 11 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an onyx enamel pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic onyx enamel pendant over the years, but those made by Clarissa Bronfman, Cartier and Selda Jewellery are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at an onyx enamel pendant featuring Onyx 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 oval cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an onyx enamel pendant, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Onyx Enamel Pendant?

On average, an onyx enamel pendant at 1stDibs sells for $4,987, while they’re typically $567 on the low end and $50,560 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.