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Panther Pendant 18k

Vintage Panther Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Estate Fine Animal Jewelry
Vintage Panther Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Estate Fine Animal Jewelry

Vintage Panther Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Brooch Estate Fine Animal Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Unique & stylish vintage panther pendant/brooch crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1980s to 1990s).

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Late 20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Adler Panther Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Adler Panther Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant

Adler Panther Diamond Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Pendant

By Adler

Located in Feasterville, PA

A stunning panther pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold. This exquisite piece features a beautifully sculpted panther, capturing the grace and power of these majestic creatures.

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20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k pendant hand carved petrified palm Panther head
18k pendant hand carved petrified palm Panther head

18k pendant hand carved petrified palm Panther head

By Diane Griswold Johnston

Located in Cohasset, MA

Hand carved Petrified Palm Panther Head. The nose is coral. All necklaces represented here are for photography layout only.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift
Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift

Stunning Tsavorite & Diamond Panther Pendant in 18K White Gold Fine Jewelry Gift

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

This striking panther pendant showcases 0.71 carats of diamonds set in 18k white gold.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby
Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby

Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby

Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette

This Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant is a striking and luxurious piece, crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The bold design captures the majestic allure of a panther, symbolizing s...

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20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Panther Necklace
Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Panther Necklace

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Panther Necklace

Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34

💎 We Cover All U.S. Import Taxes USA — No Hidden Fees!💎 Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Panther Necklace In very good condition. Total weight is 5.1 gram...

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1990s Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Small Panther Necklace
Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Small Panther Necklace

Cartier Panthere 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Small Panther Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Guangzhou, CN

### Product Details A fluid expression of untamed majesty and exquisite Parisian savoir-faire, this authentic Panthère de Cartier pendant necklace celebrates the Maison’s most enigma...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Cellini 18KT White Gold 4.10CT. Black and White Diamond Panther Pendant
Cellini 18KT White Gold 4.10CT. Black and White Diamond Panther Pendant

Cellini 18KT White Gold 4.10CT. Black and White Diamond Panther Pendant

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

This fierce 18 karat white gold panther pendant is meticulously set with black and white round brilliant diamonds. His eye is a marquis tsavorite stone. The panther measures 1.25" x ...

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Early 2000s German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Panther Head Pendant in 18kw Gold
Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Panther Head Pendant in 18kw Gold

Panthere De Cartier Diamond, Emerald and Onyx Panther Head Pendant in 18kw Gold

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This Panthere De Cartier panther head pendant necklace features approximately 5.00 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds with F color and VVS-VS clarity.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Gianni Bvlgari Panther Black Enamel Diamonds
Gianni Bvlgari Panther Black Enamel Diamonds

Gianni Bvlgari Panther Black Enamel Diamonds

By Bulgari

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

The centerpiece features a bold geometric pendant that showcases a captivating panther motif, adding a touch of wild elegance to the piece.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Panther Necklace

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in New York, NY

Carrera Y Carrera has built its its famous name on figurative designs, an obsession with surface finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yell...

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1990s Spanish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Brown Diamond with Emerald Panther Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold
Brown Diamond with Emerald Panther Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold

Brown Diamond with Emerald Panther Brooch Set in 18 Karat Gold

Located in Bangkok, TH

Brown Diamond 0.76 carat, Brown Diamond 2.33 carats with Cabochon Emerald 0.02 carat Brooch set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Width: 3.8 cm Length: 2.0 cm "Since we first opened doors...

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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond Panther Link Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Collar Style
Diamond Panther Link Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Collar Style

Diamond Panther Link Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow & White Gold Collar Style

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Incredibly stunning diamond and gold panther link necklace. This beautiful necklace features 52 diamonds throughout the chain. The diamonds are round and brilliant, G-H in color and ...

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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Cartier Diamond Gold Panther Pendant Necklace
Cartier Diamond Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

Cartier Diamond Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

Magnificent piece by the famous Cartier. Signature panther design by Cartier. With diamonds, encrusted in 18k yellow gold, this piece is absolutely stunning and is the perfect gift f...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Panther Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel
Panther Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel

Panther Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel

Unavailable

H 0.71 in W 1.5 in L 24.81 in

Panther Whistle Pendant Necklace, Black Enamel

By Naimah

Located in Istanbul, 34

18k gold plated sterling panther whistle necklace charm pendant featuring a panther.

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Zircon, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Black Panther Pendant with natural Black and White Diamonds in 18K White Gold
Black Panther Pendant with natural Black and White Diamonds in 18K White Gold

Black Panther Pendant with natural Black and White Diamonds in 18K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

This stunning Black Panther pendant has 296 Black diamonds set in 18K White Gold.

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Wh...

Cartier Hanging Panther 'Panthere de Cartier' Silver and Gold Pendant
Cartier Hanging Panther 'Panthere de Cartier' Silver and Gold Pendant

Cartier Hanging Panther 'Panthere de Cartier' Silver and Gold Pendant

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

This is a gorgeous estate Cartier hanging Panther pendant from the Panthere de Cartier collection.

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Obsidian Black Panther Necklace
Obsidian Black Panther Necklace

Obsidian Black Panther Necklace

Unavailable

H 0.95 in W 0.87 in

Obsidian Black Panther Necklace

Located in Chapel Hill, NC

Technical Details Metal: 18k yellow gold Rainbow Obsidian: 40.52 cts. Emerald Eyes Chain: can be worn at 16" and 18" Pendant Size: 24 x 22mm Closure: lobster clasp Handmade in New ...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

CARTIER Diamond and Gold Panther Pendant
CARTIER Diamond and Gold Panther Pendant

CARTIER Diamond and Gold Panther Pendant

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Visit MatterLA.com for more jewelry and accessories. This is a classic, gorgeous panther pendant from Cartier. It's elegant and just a little bit whimsical. This is a piece to adm...

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Charles Garnier Panther 18K Gold Leopard Pendant
Charles Garnier Panther 18K Gold Leopard Pendant

Charles Garnier Panther 18K Gold Leopard Pendant

By Charles Garnier

Located in Flushing, NY

Charles Garnier Panther 18K Gold Leopard Pendant Marked: 750 Approximate Dimensions: 5.4 cm (Length) 3.5 cm (Width) 8.0 grams in weight.

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Set Panther Pendant
Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Set Panther Pendant

Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Set Panther Pendant

Located in Henderson, NV

Crafted in 18k yellow gold, the pendant features a panther design adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds.

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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panther Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold 18K Pendant
Cartier Panther Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold 18K Pendant

Cartier Panther Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold 18K Pendant

By Cartier

Located in Geneva, CH

Original Cartier certificate. 18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Onyx Panthere de Cartier Panther Head Pendant by Cartier.

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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Long Chain Necklace w/ Certificate
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Long Chain Necklace w/ Certificate

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Long Chain Necklace w/ Certificate

By Cartier

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Indulge in the elegance of the Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Long Chain Necklace, a stunning piece that embodies the luxury and artistry synonymous with the Cartier brand.

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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold Panther Pendant GIA Colombian Heart Emerald F1 Minor Oil
18K Gold Panther Pendant GIA Colombian Heart Emerald F1 Minor Oil

18K Gold Panther Pendant GIA Colombian Heart Emerald F1 Minor Oil

Located in Media, PA

18K Gold Panther Pendant w/ GIA Colombian Heart Emerald F1 Minor Oil & Diamonds 19.54g Exude power and elegance with this striking 18K yellow gold panther pendant, masterfully hand...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant with Diamonds.
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant with Diamonds.

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant with Diamonds.

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in San Francisco, CA

This Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant with Diamonds is such a rare find, and such a statement piece!

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1990s Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond and Hematite Panther Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond and Hematite Panther Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Diamond and Hematite Panther Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold

By Cartier

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage Cartier ‘Panthere De Cartier’ panther pendant set in 18k yellow gold. The pendant depicts Cartier’s most iconic motif, the panther, made of carved hematite and y...

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1990s Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Necklace Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold
Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Necklace Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Necklace Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish pre-owned Carrera y Carrera diamond Panther pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.10 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI1 clarity).

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Late 20th Century Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Margerit Babylon Diamond Tourmaline 18K White Gold Panther Pendant Necklace
Margerit Babylon Diamond Tourmaline 18K White Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

Margerit Babylon Diamond Tourmaline 18K White Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

Located in Miami, FL

The Margerit Spanish brand, from their Babylon Collection, here is the floating garden necklace. Inspired in a panther floating motif style pendant, with a double link chain style n...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold

18k solid gold panther pendant - Vintage tiger charm - statement cat jewellery
18k solid gold panther pendant - Vintage tiger charm - statement cat jewellery

18k solid gold panther pendant - Vintage tiger charm - statement cat jewellery

Located in Antwerp, BE

For sale is this wonderful 1980's leopard face pendant. This wonderful treasure is made in 18k yellow gold and decorated with black enamel spots. This cute leopard have small ruby ey...

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Late 20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Panther Pendant
Cartier 18 Karat Gold Panther Pendant

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Panther Pendant

By Cartier

Located in London, England

An 18ct yellow gold signed Cartier pendant modeled as a hanging panther on an enhancer bail, measuring 42x32.5mm, 1991.

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1990s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry

Carrera y Carrera Panther Pendant Diamond Estate 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry

By Carrera y Carrera

Located in Torrance, CA

Stylish pre-owned Carrera y Carrera diamond Panther pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.10 carats (estimated at H-I color and VS2-SI1 clarity).

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Mid-20th Century Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Panther Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Cartier Panther Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

Cartier Panther Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Panther Diamond Pendant Necklace by Cartier.

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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier Panther Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Cartier Panther Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace

Cartier Panther Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

18k White Gold Panther Diamond Pendant Necklace by Cartier.

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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace
Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

By Gucci

Located in Southampton, PA

This stunning necklace designed by Gucci boasts a compelling panther pendant that is lavishly decorated with dazzling diamonds and presented on a stylish chain.

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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace
Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

Gucci Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Pendant Necklace

By Gucci

Located in Southampton, PA

This stunning necklace designed by Gucci boasts a compelling panther pendant that is lavishly decorated with dazzling diamonds and presented on a stylish chain.

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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Panther Charm Necklace
Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Panther Charm Necklace

Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Panther Charm Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Brand: Cartier Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Charm and 18k White Gold Clasp Era: Vintage Circa: 1990s Hallmarks: Cartier 750 ( 933481 ) and. Purity Marks Size: 1 x 7/8 and 19 inches long Gr...

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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Panther Necklace 1.60 Carats 18k Yellow Gold
Diamond Panther Necklace 1.60 Carats 18k Yellow Gold

Diamond Panther Necklace 1.60 Carats 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Diamond Panther Necklace 1.60 carats 29.50 inches long 18K Yellow Gold Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Total Carat Weight 1.60 carats F/G Color, VS Clarity Panther & Chain weight 63...

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Panther Pendant
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Panther Pendant

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hematite Panther Pendant

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Gorgeous 18k yellow gold diamond and hematite panthere is an exemplary representative of the house of Cartier. It is a highly collectible piece that is retired! The pendant is f...

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20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Cartier Panthère Yellow Gold Diamond Panther Pendant Necklace
Cartier Panthère Yellow Gold Diamond Panther Pendant Necklace

Cartier Panthère Yellow Gold Diamond Panther Pendant Necklace

By Cartier

Located in Southampton, PA

The iconic style of Cartier’s extraordinary “Panthère” collection is presented in radiant 18K yellow gold in this exquisite necklace that compels with its incredibly prestigious appe...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace

Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

One Vintage Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Panther Necklace. Featuring 40 round brilliant cut diamonds with a total weight of 0.40 carat, graded H-I color, VS clarity. Accented by t...

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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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

Cartier Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Panthers Balloon Pendant Necklace
Cartier Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Panthers Balloon Pendant Necklace

Cartier Panthere Diamond Yellow Gold Panthers Balloon Pendant Necklace

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

This exclusive Boutique Limited Edition Cartier Balloon Panthere necklace features a panther adult and child perched on a ball, crafted in 18k yellow gold and accented with brilliant...

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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Panther Pendant 18k For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact panther pendant 18k you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 56 antique edition and 68 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a panther pendant 18k may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. Creating a panther pendant 18k has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Cartier, Carrera y Carrera and Thomas Kurilla are consistently popular. A panther pendant 18k can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 75 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a panther pendant 18k, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Panther Pendant 18k?

The price for a panther pendant 18k starts at $425 and tops out at $63,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $8,071.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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