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Antique 9ct Gold Masonic Orb Ball Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Gold Masonic Orb Ball Pendant very cool opening up pendant with detailed
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Vintage 1920s British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Minimalism 18k Solid Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs sacred and mindfulness jewelry. This minimalism crystal orb necklace is from
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalism 18k Solid Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace
Minimalism 18k Solid Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace
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H 0.91 in W 0.56 in D 0.56 in L 0.91 in
Modern Sacred 18 Karat Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
: 16 mm W * 16 mm D * 16 mm H This listing is for the crystal orb pendant only. The chain necklace in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern Sacred 18 Karat Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant
Modern Sacred 18 Karat Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant
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H 1.11 in W 0.71 in D 0.71 in L 0.71 in
Modernist Scandinavian Sterling 925 Vintage 3D Orb Pendant Made in Finland
Located in Boston, MA
. Pendant and chain only. Amazing piece to collect and to show off. Rare.
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Vintage 1950s Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Rock Crystal Quartz Orb Pendant on Chain
By Faye Kim
Located in Westport, CT
energy as one of the most powerful healing stones. The beauty of Faye Kim's clear rock crystal quartz orb
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold

Modern Sacred 18k Yellow Gold Natural Rose Quartz Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs sacred and mindfulness jewelry. This minimalism orb necklace is from her
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Gold Nephrite White Jade Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace, Modern Sacred
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs sacred and mindfulness jewelry. This minimalism nephrite white jade orb
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Small Faceted Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant w/ Rock Crystal Ruby
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs sacred and mindfulness jewelry. This elegant talisman pendant is from her
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Orb Pendant Necklace 15 3/4" - 18k Round .25ctw Opens
By Katherine Jetter
Located in Greensboro, NC
Necklace Style: Chain Theme: Orb Features: Pendant Opens Measurements Item 1: Pendant Tall (from
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Pools of Light Crystal Orb Sterling Silver Box Chain Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Art Deco pools of light crystal orb encircled with silver tone wire, and with a silver
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Rebecca Li Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant 18 Karat Gold with Rock Crystal
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
controlling uncontrollable. Natural rock crystal means positivity, manifestation, and luck. Pendant: Metal
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rebecca Li Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant 18 Karat Gold with Rock Crystal
Rebecca Li Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant 18 Karat Gold with Rock Crystal
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H 1.03 in W 0.71 in D 0.71 in L 0.71 in
Rebecca Li Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant 18 Karat Gold with Natural Rock Crystal
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs Mindfulness. This necklace is from her Crystal Orb Collection. Inspired by
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Ruby & Turquoise Vintage Star Orb Locket Pendant 14k Round 6 Frames
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Blue Style: Locket Theme: Celestial Star Orb Features: Six Photo Frames Measurements Tall (from
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Men's Masonic Ball Fob Pendant - 9k & 925 Folding Orb Missing Parts
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Style: Ball Fob Theme: Masonic Folding Orb
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

14k yellow gold orb necklace with diamond-encrusted clasp
Located in Boostedt, SH
This beautiful yellow gold necklace showcases the a dazzling diamond orb with a large belt and a
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Orb Necklace with Diamond-Encrusted Clasp
By THEVAULT15
Located in Boostedt, SH
This 18k YG necklace showcases the house´s signature dazzling diamond orb with a brilliant-cut belt
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage, 1950s Sterling Silver, Snitch Orb Family Photo Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
orb design with a pair of gullwing clasps that are reminiscent of a Quidditch Snitch. When you unfurl
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Mid-20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Modern Sacred 18 Karat Gold Crystal Orb Amulet Necklace with Natural Amethyst
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs mindfulness. This dainty orb necklace is from her Crystal Ball Collection
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Modern Sacred 18 Karat Rose Gold Crystal Orb Amulet Necklace with Smoky Quartz
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs mindfulness. This dainty orb necklace is from her Crystal Ball Collection
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Yellow Gold White Crystal Pendant
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The transparent beauty of crystal is the focus of this pendant necklace. An orb of crystal features
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold White Crystal Pendant
18K Yellow Gold White Crystal Pendant
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H 0.68 in W 0.52 in D 0.5 in L 18 in
18thCentury EnamelDoublePainting SilverFiligree SpanishRococo AprilBirth Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This early 18th-Century Spanish Rococo period silver-filigree double-sided pendant with dangle
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Antique Early 18th Century Spanish Rococo Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Georgian Crowned Turquoise Set Pomander Censer Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
cotton soaked in scent would be placed in this orb. The pendant would hang from a belt or chain at the
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Antique Early 19th Century Austrian George III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Silver

Vintage 1982 3.50Ct Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and
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Vintage 1980s English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Silver-gilt Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley
By Marie E. Betteley
Located in St. Catharines, ON
The Romanov double-headed eagle with outspread wings, its claws clutching orb and sceptre
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Early 2000s American Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

Silver-gilt Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley
Silver-gilt Romanov Eagle Pendant by Marie Betteley
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H 0.07 in W 0.75 in L 1.13 in
Black Onyx Diamond and Pearl Gold and Platinum Pendant Art Deco
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
15 karat yellow gold Art Deco pendant; part of our diverse gemstone estate jewelry collections. This
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Platinum

14K Gold Egyptian Revival Hieroglyph Square Ingot Charm or Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
: a goddess is pictured being lifted on a doglike, tasseled palanquin or chariot. She holds an orb in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Australian 8.72ct Boulder OpalDiamond Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Renata Bernard
Located in Sydney, AU
"Divine Tear" opal pendant in 18K gold was a People’s Choice award winner in the Queensland Boulder
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Sacred 18k Rose Gold Talisman Pendant Necklace with Black Onyx
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs mindfulness. This dainty orb necklace is from her Crystal Ball Collection
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Edwardian Rock Crystal and Silver Pool of Light Charm
Located in Stamford, CT
necklaces of various lengths. The orbs were not drilled as the Chinese wanted to keep the natural spirit of
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Engraved Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
raised silver graduated orbs, bordered by silver twisted wire and tiny silver granulated balls. Below is
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Rare Crystal Rock Gilt Metal Necklace by Goossens c 1983
By Robert Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
chunky hammered link crystal rock chain necklace is designed with a dangling pendant glass orb encased
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Gilt Metal

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Emerald Cabochon Sputnik Charm
Located in New York, NY
fabulous condition. Whether called a sputnik orb, sphere or globe charm, these round 3-dimensional ornate
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Modern Sacred 18K Rose Gold Crystal Ball Talisman Necklace with Green Amethyst
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs mindfulness. This dainty crystal ball necklace is from her Crystal Orb
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Other, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold Victorian Sandstone Orb Fob
Located in Venice, CA
within your reach! The pendant measures 1” from top to bottom; the orb itself measures approximately 3
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Tudor Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Victorian Sandstone Orb Fob
18K Gold Victorian Sandstone Orb Fob
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W 0.75 in Dm 0.75 in L 1.25 in
Antique Victorian Pearl Star Turquoise Enamel Gold Brooch or Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
granulation on the outed perimeter. Granulation was a manner of attaching small gold orbs to a jewelry without
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Opal Diamond and Ruby Pendant in Platinum
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
style platinum pendant; part of our diverse gemstone estate jewelry collections. This fine large opal
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1990s English Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Platinum

Antique Victorian Gold and Turquoise Earrings with Ball and Dart Pendants
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period pair of turquoise and gold pendant earrings, the gold bead tops
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Antique 1870s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl, Enamel + Carved Lapis Lazuli Earrings, Pendant + Button Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A one-of-a-kind set of Victorian (ca1880s) jewelry! This very unique set includes a pendant, a pair
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

1909 Antique Intaglio Fob wax Seal Glass Crystal 18K Gold Seed Pearls/ 6.8gr
Located in SE
Fine early 20 century fob Crystal glass and 18K Gold brooch with suspended pendant of 3 cast seals
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Antique Early 1900s Swedish Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, 18k Gold

Vivienne Westwood pearl choker necklace, boxed
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in NEWARK, GB
of chunky faux pearls it features a large diamante studded orb pendant at the centre and fastens with
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Qayten 18K white gold pendant, diamonds 2.94 ct, akoya and Tahitian pearls
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pendant of rich and tempting orbs of Akoya and Tahitian pearls bunched like sweet, luscious
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Diamond Lion on Green Malachite Energy Necklace 18k Gold and Sterling Silver
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
the focal point of this pendant necklace. The stone is embellished with 18k rose gold stars, and a
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Malachite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

Muzo Emerald Colombia White Diamonds 18K White Gold Renaissance Pendant Necklace
By Muzo Emerald Colombia
Located in New York, NY
131.35 carats and 2.09 carats of round brilliant diamonds Muzo Emerald Colombia Heritage Verity Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels, A Lapis Lazuli and Gold Eagle Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels: A Lapis Lazuli, Gold and Diamond Pendant Necklace, designed as a stylized
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Vintage 1970s French More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold

Louis Rousselet Nacre Pearl and Patte de Verre Brooch
By Louis Rousselet
Located in London, GB
Louis Rousselet Nacre Pearl and Patte de Verre Brooch with tassle swags of long pendant nacre
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Vintage 1950s French Modernist Brooches

Louis Rousselet Nacre Pearl and Patte de Verre Brooch
Louis Rousselet Nacre Pearl and Patte de Verre Brooch
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H 3.15 in W 1.97 in D 1.38 in
Galaxy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mammoth Tusk Opals and Diamonds Spinning Necklace
By Bibi van der Velden
Located in Amsterdam, NL
In this striking pendant necklace, the mammoth tusk orb and the two 18k yellow gold rings that
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2010s Dutch Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Muzo Emerald Colombia Diamonds Classic 18K White Gold Chain Necklace
By Muzo Emerald Colombia
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18 Karat white gold pendant set with organic Muzo Colombian emeralds weighing 31.30 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Door Knocker 18 Carat Ribbed Gold Earrings with Ruby Cabochon Finials
Located in London, GB
Door knocker earring pendants in 18k yellow gold with gold hoops leading to ribbed hanging orbs
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Late 20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Gold

Shooting Star Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Orb Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
unique pendant features a shooting star pattern rendered in 14k yellow gold, set upon the onyx orb. The
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sputnik Orb Pendant Gemstone Large Charm 18 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate sputnik gemstone pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Multi
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Topaz, Tourmaline, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bucherer Pendant Watch Gem Fob 18 Karat Gold Orb Charm Jewelry Nurse
By Bucherer
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Bucherer pendant watch, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The orb is set with
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20th Century Swazi Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Sputnik Garnet Dome Pendant Orb Vintage 18 Karat Gold Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate H Stern sputnik garnet pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Masonic Orb Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
A wonderful vintage masonic orb pendant. The orb opens into a pendant in the shape of a cross
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Mid-20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Vintage Masonic 9 Carat Gold Orb Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous masonic orb pendant is modelled in 9ct gold and silver gilt. the finely engraved
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Vintage 1950s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold

Quartz Pendant 14K Gold Orb Sphere Ruby, 2000
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Quartz Gold and Ruby Sphere (Orb) pendant. Unique pendant modelled as an artisanal hand-carved
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold

14k Gold Etruscan Revival Orb Pendant, circa 1890’s
Located in Venice, CA
the pendant. The motif cuts the orb into sections, creating half-circles and an effect that is
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Antique 1890s Unknown Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Masonic Orb Locket Pendant on 9 Carat Gold Chain
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This great Silver and 9ct Gold Vintage English Masonic Orb opens to reveal 6 expertly hand-engraved
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Late 20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Modern Sacred 18 Karat Gold Natural Rock Crystal Orb Talisman Pendant Necklace
By REBECCA LI
Located in Valencia, CA
Rebecca Li designs Mindfulness. This bold crystal orb necklace is from her Crystal Orb Collection
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage c1962 Folding Picture Frame Orb Pendant Charm 14k Yellow Gold Fob
Located in Torrance, CA
orb is secured with a hinged clip to allow the picture frames to collapse and contract neatly back
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14KT Red Stone Orb Charm
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold red stone orb charm. This charm features a round, orb charm with
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14KT Red Stone Orb Charm
14KT Red Stone Orb Charm
W 0.57 in L 0.88 in
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Orb Pendant Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of orb pendant jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of orb pendant jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 carat and 2 carat versions are of considerable interest. A choice in our collection of orb pendant jewelry from REBECCA LI, Muzo Emerald Colombia and Vivienne Westwood — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of orb pendant jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of an emerald version from the 28 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a ball cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and tumbled cut versions available here, too. Most of our orb pendant jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 121 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Orb Pendant Jewelry?

On average, a piece of orb pendant jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,088, while they’re typically $186 on the low end and $62,300 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.