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Oceanic Splendor 54.73 Carat Paraiba Pendant
Located in Duluth, US
Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Oceanic Splendor Paraiba Pendant, an exquisite symbol of
Category

2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold

Diana M. Platinum Paraiba pendant and diamond ring (two-in-one) featuring
By Diana M. Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Platinum Paraiba pendant and diamond ring (two-in-one) featuring a 9.66 ct pear shaped paraiba
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, Platinum

NWT $18, 000 18KT Magnificent Fancy 3.75ct Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
and Paraiba Pendant Necklace!!!! Necklace features Outstanding Pear Shaped Shimmering and Glittering
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold

Sunita Nahata Paraiba 9.22ct. Pendant in 18KWG with Tsavorite and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating statement pendant featuring an exquisite Paraiba tourmaline centerpiece, celebrated
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Sunita Nahata Paraiba 6.65ct. Pendant in 18KWG with Tsavorite and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating statement pendant featuring an exquisite Paraiba tourmaline centerpiece, celebrated
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Sunita Nahata Paraiba 8.17ct. Pendant in 18KWG with Tsavorite and Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A captivating statement pendant featuring an exquisite Paraiba tourmaline centerpiece, celebrated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

1.41ct Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Paraiba tourmaline and diamond pendant, a perfect blend of nature's inspiration and exquisite
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, Platinum

Turquoise Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Pave Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
This extraordinary fine jewellery pendant with necklace, by jewellery artist Joke Quick, features a
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2010s Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow...

Muzo Emerald Paraiba Tourmaline Pave Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
This extraordinary fine jewellery pendant with necklace, by jewellery artist Joke Quick, features a
Category

2010s Belgian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

C. Dunaigre 8-carat untreated Paraiba tourmaline pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
C. Dunaigre 8-carat untreated Paraiba tourmaline pendant, elegantly set in a platinum chain. This
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

GIA Certified 0.29 ct. Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A GIA Certified 0.29 ct. Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Pendant Necklace. The total weight of the
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba

AGL Certified Natural Green Paraiba and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
Handcrafted in platinum, this exquisite pendant necklace features a 1.46-carat natural green oval
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, Platinum

4.34 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond White Gold Pendant
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Paraiba Tourmaline Gemstone: 17.79 Carats 6 White Round Diamonds: 0.03 Carats 34 White Round
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Mesopotamian pendant necklace is crafted from 18 karat yellow gold and features a stunning 3.1
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant with Report
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold paraiba tourmaline and diamond pendant. The natural earth mined tourmaline has a
Category

2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Italian Style Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold Italian Style pendant necklace is encrusted with 3.1 carats neon copper
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold with a pear cut
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with a pear cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 1...

Artistic Tourmaline Rough Pendant with Paraiba and Diamond Necklace PT900 V1150
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Artistic Tourmaline Rough Pendant with Paraiba and Diamond Necklace PT900 Heavy 32g+ V1150 ♥
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

Artistic Tourmaline Rough Pendant with Paraiba and Diamond Necklace PT900 V1150
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Artistic Tourmaline Rough Pendant with Paraiba and Diamond Necklace PT900 Heavy 32g+ V1150 ♥
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

18 Karat Yellow Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is encrusted with 1,93 carats neon copper
Category

2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paraiba Tourmaline and RBC Diamond Gold Lacy Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Paraiba Tourmaline and RBC Diamond Lacy Gold Pendant. Measuring approx
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mint Tourmaline Paraiba Tourmaline Tanzanite Sapphire Pave Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Experience the exquisite allure of this one of a kind Tourmaline pendant with necklace, crafted
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2010s Belgian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Blue S...

Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Dog Tag Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Paraiba Tourmaline and RBC Diamond Dog Tag Gold Pendant. Measuring approx
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Eighteen Karat White Gold Sculpture Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat white gold with oval cut neon
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Mesopotamian pendant necklace is adorned with a stunning 1.7 carat neon
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold Mesopotamian Pendant Necklace is encrusted with a 3.1 carat neon copper
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Sculptural Pendant Necklace with Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Celestial Dancer Devata pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold with oval cut neon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver, White Gold, 1...

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop Pendant Necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yell...

"Paraiba" color Agate Gemstone 24.81 carats set in Silver Pendant / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the mesmerizing allure of "Paraiba" color agate with this exquisite silver pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Paraiba, Silver

"Paraiba" color Agate Gemstone 6.84 carats set in Silver Pendant / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the stunning allure of "Paraiba" color agate with this exquisite silver pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Paraiba, Silver

"Paraiba" color Agate Gemstone 6.67 carats set in Silver Pendant / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the captivating beauty of "Paraiba" color agate with this stunning silver pendant. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Paraiba, Silver

"Paraiba" color Agate Gemstone 11.54 carats set in Silver Pendant / JupiterGem
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Discover the captivating beauty of "Paraiba" color agate with this stunning silver pendant. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Paraiba, Silver

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Seven Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Hortensia pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with 7 round natural
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k...

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace is an art object with an unusual form. It is encrusted
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ru...

Paraiba Tourmaline Brilliant Pendant with Chain 900 Platinum blue Lagune Colors
Located in Viena, Viena
lagune colors an intoxicating color, set with Paraiba tourmalines of 0.10 ct, full-cut diamonds
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum

Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gol...

Natural 7.64 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Paraiba Tourmaline and Marquise Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold. This necklace
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2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom modern style Pendant Necklace is encrusted with 5 round
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GRS Certified 24.81 Carat Cushion Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in Trumbull, CT
This piece sounds absolutely stunning! A GRS Certified 24.81-carat Paraiba diamond pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom contemporary pendant necklace is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paraiba Tourmaline Rose-Cut Diamond Pink Diamond Mosaic Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
One of a kind Pendant with necklace handmade ( no casting involved) in Belgium by jewellery artist
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2010s Belgian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Pink Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Whi...

2.44 Carat Pear Paraiba Tourmaline GIA Diamond Vintage Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Drop Pendant Necklace. Centering a securely
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

New African 5.12 ct Blue Topaz & Paraiba Blue Sterling Pendant Necklace
Located in Eagan, MN
think the video depicts the color of this pendant the best. The stone is a pear cut and measures 11 x 9
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Paraiba, Silver, Sterling Silver

Seven Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline Eighteen Karat Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Hortensia pendant necklace is in 18 karat rose gold with 7 round natural diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k...

Twelve Carats Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Paraiba tourmalines. This Tobacco Flower Pendant Necklace is designed by the oil painter and 3D jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Pink Sapphire, Paraiba, Spinel, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

18 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom contemporary drop pendant necklace is encrusted with 5 round
Category

2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Pink Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
-bearing Paraiba tourmalines. This Tobacco Flower pendant necklace is designed by the oil painter and 3D
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Spinel, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

Eighteen Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat white gold contemporary Pendant Necklace is an art object with its unusual form. It
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21st Century and Contemporary German Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Spinel, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

Eighteen Karat Gold Pendant Necklace with Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
copper-bearing Paraiba tourmalines. This Tobacco Flower pendant necklace is designed by the oil painter
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Spinel, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

White Gold Pendant Necklace with Pink Sapphires and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Paraiba tourmalines. This Tobacco Flower pendant necklace is designed by the oil painter and 3D jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Green Sapphire, Paraiba, Tourmaline, Spinel, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphir...

2.88 Carat Pear Paraiba Tourmaline GIA and Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Gold Drop Vintage Pendant Necklace. Centering a
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Neon Blue Six Carats Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with natural untreated blue paraiba
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Ye...

Yellow Gold Opal Paraiba White Brilliant- and Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Joke Quick
Located in Antwerp, BE
Handcrafted in Belgium, this yellow gold pendant shines with a unique mix of Paraiba Tourmalines
Category

2010s Belgian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Five Carats Sky Blue Paraiba Tourmaline
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is in 18 karat yellow gold with natural untreated sky blue
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Chrome Tourmaline, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Go...

18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant Necklace with Sapphires, and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This 18 karat rose gold pendant necklace is an art object with an unusual form. It is encrusted
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2010s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Spinel, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ru...

18K White Gold 1.62CT GIA PEAR SHAPED PARAIBA Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Paraiba (Tourmaline) Side stones: 71 ps Diamonds approximately 0.75ctw Length: 18 inch Pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Paraiba, White Gold, 18k Gold

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Paraiba Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the paraiba pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. You can easily find a 2 antique edition and 61 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect paraiba pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing paraiba pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Polya Medvedeva Jewellery, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Alberto each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any paraiba pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Tourmaline version from the 55 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a pear cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and cushion cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our paraiba pendant for sale are for women, but there are 23 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Paraiba Pendant?

Prices for a paraiba pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,500 and can go as high as $913,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $10,000.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.