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Pearl Necklace Pendant Light, Ludovic Clément d’Armont
By Ludovic Clément d’Armont
Located in Geneve, CH
Pearl necklace pendant light, Ludovic Clément d’Armont Every creation of Ludovic Clément d’Armont
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2010s French Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

Freshwater Pearl Wisteria Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Nouveau gold pendant necklace dates from circa 1900, and is offered with a later-added gold and
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow...

Opal Enhancer Pendant on Pearl Necklace
Located in Solvang, CA
Estate opal enhancer pendant on pearl necklace. This necklace features 50 light rose colored
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Pearl Pendant Necklace 22Kt Yellow Inspired from Blue Pearl Meditation
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Blue Pearl Pendant Necklace in 22Kt yellow gold, with blue Black pearl, . inspired from "Blue pearl
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2010s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Pearl Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This pendant in 18-karat white gold, with its 14 mm Tahitian pearl, is a true expression of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

.85 Carat Aqua Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1890 to 1910 hand made Platinum delicate pendant necklace with natural untreated Aqua, natural
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Diamond Sterling Silver Tear Drop Pendant Pearl Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
necklace strand of 3.5mm light gray Akoya button pearls offset by 2.5mm natural spinel beads to create a
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Spinel, Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Heart, Crown, Crescent, Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Necklace Circa 1900 Beautiful, Edwardian pendant necklace. Features a lovely
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Multicolor Sapphire Diamond Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Made in Italy This pendant is
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond,...

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian, Sapphire & Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
pearl petals. The pendant also has two sapphire flower drops, one at the top and one at the bottom. The
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Stamped Edwardian Aquamarine & Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Necklace 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite pendant harkens back to
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Pearl Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
pendant necklace. Features two interlocking circles, set with natural diamonds. The necklace has two drops
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Pearls Coral Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This exquisite necklace, artfully crafted in 18-karat white gold, presents a pendant that is a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Duck Pearls Diamonds Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This charming duck-shaped pendant, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, is a joyful expression of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

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

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Citrine, Pearl, Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
and natural diamonds, adding to its alluring appeal. The pendant is completed with a pearl drop at the
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

43.24ct Extra Large Baroque Pearl Diamond Necklace Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our meticulously crafted 43.24ct Extra Large Baroque Pearl Diamond Necklace Pendant in
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold & Platinum Edwardian, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Pendant Necklace 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Beautiful, Edwardian Y shaped pendant
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Penguin Diamonds Pearl Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
. Further enhancing the design, small diamonds adorn the pendant, adding sparks of light that reflect joy
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Bettina Duncan Sterling Silver Yellow Gold Flower Pearl Pendant Necklace #16606
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver and yellow gold flower pearl pendant wheat chain necklace by Bettina Duncan. A
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Suffragette Pendant Necklace Pink Tourmaline Peridot and Pearl
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Necklace 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Beautiful, suffragette piece made
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Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 15k Gold

Edwardian Platinum Old Mine Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace Edwardian
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Edwardian - Art Deco Pendant Necklace with Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamonds with
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold

Luxle South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our exquisite South Sea Pearl and Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold —an
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Gold

Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond and pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
clarity. There is also a beautiful selection of natural pearls of different sizes. The heart pendant
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20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

18k Black Gold, Tsavorite Green Garnet & South Sea Pearl Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
that has been blackened (oxidized) and set with one light gray south sea pearl about 11.75mm in size
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Garnet, South Sea Pearl, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...

18 Karat Yellow Gold Guilloché French Enamel Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
18 karat yellow gold autumn maple leaf guilloché french enamel diamond pearl pendant necklace This
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified 7.00 Carat Aqua Pearl Diamond Platinum Victorian Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1860's civil war era handmade aqua, pearl and diamond pendant necklace. 7.00ct oval, light blue
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Eostre Light Golden Colour South Sea Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 14.4 mm Light Golden Colour South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold It consists of
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Enamel Rubellite & Pearls
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, matt finish, Romance Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Baroque Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Rubelite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Light Champagne Colour South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 13.7 mm south sea pearl and diamond pendant in 18k white gold. The pearl is set in the middle of
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Art Nouveau Pendant Necklace, Amethyst and Pearl, 9 Karat Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
beautiful antique, Art Nouveau era Amethyst and seed pearl pendant necklace. The pendant has an unusual
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Early 20th Century British Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mikimoto 18K Gold 8.1mm Pearl & 0.12ct Diamond Dangle Pendant w/ Chain Necklace
By Mikimoto
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (3) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - Nice White Color - Fine Luster - 3mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Butterfly Rose Cut Diamond Ruby Pearl Pendant Brooch Necklace Victorian
Located in New York, NY
detachable brooch pin on the reverse which can be easily unscrewed to convert the jewel to a pendant necklace
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Diamond Line Necklace and Pearl Drop Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Exceptional Cartier Paris diamond line necklace featuring a detachable large pearl drop and diamond
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Green Jade Pendant Amethyst Baroque Pearls Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Plain Amethyst spheres of 16 mm
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sacchi Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Gemstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Sacchi Gioielli
Located in Rome, IT
Exquisite Pearl Ruby and Diamonds Satin Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace, from Sacchi’s Klimt
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold 1920s Aquamarine Seed Pearl Pendulum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Necklace 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1920s This exquisite pendulum-style pendant
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Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Purple Enamel Peridot Akoya Pearls
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, matt finish, Romance Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Carat Citrine Pearl Heart Pendant Lavalier Necklace Antique Victorian 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful Victorian - Art Deco Citrine Pearl Pendant in 14 Karat Gold. The rare pendant
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Chanel Gold Micro Flap Bag Pendant Pearls Long Crossbody Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Montreal, Quebec
CHANEL GOLD MICRO FLAP BAG PENDANT PEARLS LONG CROSSBODY NECKLACE From the Summer 2021 Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Light Champagne Colour South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A round 12.5 mm light champagne colour south sea pearl and diamond pendant in 18k yellow gold. The
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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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
Unique and classy Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Round Drop Shape Pink Opal,Amethyst
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Jade Drop Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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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

Materials

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
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Enatural Blister Nacreous Pearl Pendant
Located in Braintree, GB
Antique early Victorian 15 kt. yellow gold and silver pendant with rose-cut diamonds and set in
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Antique 1830s European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl

GIA Cultured Pearl, Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
pearl. The elongated pendant dangles luxuriously on the neck while the accent diamonds catch the light
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Conch Pearl Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A chic, elegant, and timeless pendant featuring a gorgeous bright pink conch pearl. The rare and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Pearl and Enamel Shell Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a 15ct yellow gold pendant which has been crafted into the shape of an open shell
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Baroque South Sea Pearl Pendant hanging from a 24 Inch Beaded Garnet Necklace
By Kary Adam
Located in Coupeville, WA
A large lovely Pearlescent Baroque Pearl Pendant hanging from a 24 Inch Beaded Garnet Necklace. The
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2010s American Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, South Sea Pearl

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Oval Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s White Oval Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Necklace, Gold Plated Very
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Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Oval White Pearl Crystals Set Pendant Necklace Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Oval White Pearl Crystals Set Pendant Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Very
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Vintage 1980s German Baroque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Sunset Pink and Peach Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Berkeley, CA
This pendant looks as if it's a gift from the setting sun. The soft peach and light pink pearls
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1990s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sunset Pink and Peach Pearl Gold Pendant
Sunset Pink and Peach Pearl Gold Pendant
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Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Strand Leaf Yellow Crystal Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Double Strands Leaf Floral Large Amber Crystals White Pearls Pendant
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Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good
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Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

14K Yellow Gold Pearl & Diamond Pendant 4.7g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
White pearl pendant in 14k yellow gold setting with diamonds. The setting is stamped 585 and the
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace 16.5g Elevate your jewelry collection with our 14K
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Pearl Necklace
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Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Rose Gold - 1 Diamond 0.10 ct H VS Pink Pearl
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable oval locket pendant necklace 18k rose gold, Hallmark collection, 1
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
necklace. Set with pretty, natural seed pearls & fabulous gold work. The pendant is suspended from a
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
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Pearl Necklace Pendant Light For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the pearl necklace pendant light 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, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 210 vintage or 151 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect pearl necklace pendant light among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a pearl necklace pendant light has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by J DAUPHIN, Deakin & Francis and Chanel are consistently popular. A pearl necklace pendant light can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 228 pearl versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and cabochon versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a pearl necklace pendant light, 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 Pearl Necklace Pendant Light?

On average, a pearl necklace pendant light at 1stDibs sells for $2,400, while they’re typically $79 on the low end and $200,000 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.