Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Delicate curved antennae extend upward and are each accented with small diamonds, enhancing the graceful butterfly motif. The pendant is designed with an integrated bail on the rever...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
European 14K Gold and Silver Rosette Diamond Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
The diamonds are set in silver backed in 14K yellow gold. The 14K white gold bail and chain are newer. The pendant measures 3/4" long with bail and 1/2" wide and is not hallmarked.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Estate 18K White Gold Pavé Diamond Puffed Heart Pendant Enhancer 2.50ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
The pendant has a soft, dimensional heart silhouette with diamond detail extending through the bail, giving it a finished, jewelry-house look from top to bottom.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Memento Mori Collection For Men Material Sterling Silver Pendant Dimension: Length:15mm length with Bail:20mm Width:8.5mm Condition New Comes with David Yurman P...
Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold Puffy Love Heart Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold to the inside of the pendant bail, with French import marks. Dimensions: 1.2 x 1.5 x 0.75 cm (not including jump ring) Weight: 1.47 grams (Chain not in...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Onyx and Diamond Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
The onyx is centrally mounted with a delicate rose-cut diamond, adding a subtle point of light against the rich, somber ground-an iconic feature of Victorian mourning jewelry. The g...
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Silver
David Yurman Alligator Dog Tag Pendant in Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Alligator Dog Tag Pendant Material Sterling Silver 925 Pendant Dimension: Length: 42.2mm Length with Bail: 47.7mm Width: 23.7mm Thickness: 4.4mm Condition: New C...
Sterling Silver
Classic Beautiful Pearl & Diamond Round 14k White Gold Pendant
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Weight: 12.4 grams Gemstone: Diamond approximately 0.45 carats total - stones in mounting Pearl dimensions: 5.2 mm & 3.4 mm, middle pearl 17.7 mm Material: 14k white gold (marked 14...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
David Yurman Albion 18k Yellow Gold Rutilated Quartz & Diamond Enhancer Pendant
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - White Color Material: 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds Pendant Diameter: 19.3mm X 19.3mm Pendan...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.05 Carat Pear Diamond Teardrop Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.05 Color: J Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 6349-05 Pendant Necklace Details: Style:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.3 Carat Pear Diamond Teardrop Halo Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.3 Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7415-02 Pendant Necklace Details: Style: ...
Diamond, White Gold
18K Onyx and Cocolong Panda Pendant with Sapphire Bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18karat hand carved onyx and cocolong panda pendant with sapphir bail
Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Engraved Lapis Lazuli and Sapphire Pendant
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18 karat Hand Carved Lapis Lazuli “Jupiter” pendant with .30 Sapphire Bail
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.04 Carat Princess Diamond Kite Set Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A sculpted V style slider bail connects seamlessly to the pendant and is finished with sparkling round brilliant accent diamonds for extra shimmer at the neckline.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Princess Diamond Circle Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Carat: 1.2 Color: I Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG DID: 7513-01 Pendant Necklace Details: Sty...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Princess Diamond Milgrain Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Cut Carat: 1.2 Color: J Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/VG DID: 7143-06 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.02ct Princess Diamond Square Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A diamond set bail continues the sparkle upward and keeps the pendant centered on the chain, creating a polished gold diamond pendant necklace look that works beautifully as an every...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Large Belle Epoque Natural Pearl and Diamond Cross Pendant 1880s
Located in Chicago, IL
It features fifteen white natural pearls and a single pink pearl, complemented by numerous small rose cut diamonds that add delicate sparkle. The pendant measures (with bail) 83 x 5...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Art Deco Platinum Gold Diamond Filigree Work Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k White Gold Chain & Pin - Brooch/Pendant .800+ Platinum - Stamped 14k & Plat Weight: 6.67 Grams Chain Type: 0.08mm Cable Link Chain Chain Length: 18 Inches Closure...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage Sterling Silver 925 Gucci Heart G Pendant Necklace Adjustable Chain 21''
By Gucci
Located in Addison, TX
Details Designer: Gucci Origin: Italy Weight: 8.9g Metal: Sterling Silver Purity: AG925 Style: Pendant Necklace Pendant Design: Heart with Gucci "G" Cutout Pendant Attachment: Fixed ...
Silver, Sterling Silver
Giovanni Ferraris Diamond & Icy Pink Sapphire Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Giovanni Ferraris
Located in New York, NY
Chain length: 18 inches with an adjustable loop at 16.5 inches . Pendant length: 36mm with bail and width: 19mm. Total weight: 13 grams.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Giovanni Ferraris Diamond & Icy Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace 18K White Gold
By Giovanni Ferraris
Located in New York, NY
Chain length: 18 inches with an adjustable loop at 16inches. Pendant length: 36mm with bail and width: 19mm. Total weight: 12.9 grams.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mystic Topaz Triangle Opal Inlay Pendant 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 6.3 Grams Stamped: "14K" Gemstone: Trillion Cut Mystic Topaz Mystic Topaz Measurements: 8.8 mm x 8.8 mm I...
Opal, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Located in Mayfair, London, London
The pendant features a loop bail with a height of 2.70cm and width of 1.80cm.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18k White Gold Natural Sapphire and Channel-Set Diamond Circle Pendant
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Pendant with Diamond Accented Bail in 18K White Gold A timeless expression of classic elegance, this Natural Blue Sapphire Circle Pendant is masterfully ...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Brazilian .20ct Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
There are 54 diamonds weighing about .25cts total. The pendant measures 7/8" long with bail and includes a 14K rose gold chain measuring 18.5".
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
GIA Certified 2.27ct Round Diamond Octagon Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.27 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7153-04 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.4ct Emerald Cut Diamond Octagon Halo White Gold Pendant
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A diamond set bail continues the sparkle upward and keeps the pendant centered on the chain, creating a timeless gold diamond pendant necklace with a modern geometric profile.
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.3ct Round Diamond Octagon Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.3 Color: E Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7195-01 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Princess VS2 Diamond Milgrain Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Princess Cut Carat: 1.2 Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7118-03 Pendant Necklace Details:...
Diamond, White Gold
14K white gold Rainbow Moonstone and Teal Sapphire Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
There is a double halo of tiny round teal sapphires measuring about 1.5mm and weighing .58cts. The pendant measures 1" long with bail by 1/2" wide and includes a new 18" 14K white go...
Moonstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, W...
GIA Certified 1.5ct Princess VS1 Diamond Square Halo Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
A diamond set bail continues the sparkle upward and keeps the pendant centered on the chain, creating a polished gold diamond pendant necklace look that works beautifully as an every...
Diamond, White Gold
Memento Half Onyx - Half Diamond Sun Charm Pendant Large
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
Collect these pieces with a loved one as a symbol of togetherness and your shared life journey. Large Pendant Height without bail: 15 mm. Also available in the regular size with pen...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.7 Carat Pear Diamond Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Pear Carat: 1.7 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7180-05 Pendant Necklace Details: Style: ...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 2.09ct Round Diamond Double Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.09 Color: I Clarity: VS1 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 5259-01 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver Oval Aqua Chalcedony Diamond Pendant
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Brand: David Yurman Material: Sterling Silver Condition: Mint Stone: Aqua Chalcedony Stone: Diamonds Pendant Dimension: Length with Bail: 38.6mm Width: 24.7mm Thickness: 12.6mm W...
Chalcedony, Diamond
GIA Certified 1.21ct Round Diamond Double Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.21 Color: G Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7470-01 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian .8ct Australian Solid Black Opal Lavaliere Pendant in 9ct Gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Every opal is unique, but what makes this pendant more special? Introducing this antique opal pendant, circa 1900s Edwardian era, originally a lavaliere drop from a necklace, is now ...
Black Opal, Opal, 9k Gold, Gold
4.26ct GIA Certified Ceylon Light Purple Lilac Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
The sapphire is set in a beautifully made 950 platinum solitaire pendant with diamond set bail. Approx. 0.03ct total.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
Cameo Diamonds 18 Karat White And Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
The yellow gold leaves provide a delicate color contrast, further enhancing the central cameo, while the diamonds, carefully arranged along the mount, add sparkling brilliance, captu...
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.2ct Round Diamond Floral Halo Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.2 Color: I Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7251-03 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 2.71ct Round Diamond Floral Halo White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 2.71 Color: G Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 7172-03 Pendant Necklace Det...
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Silver Oval Key Necklace Pendant Charm Chain 18''
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany& co Pendant chain Oval Key Pendant Sterling Silver 925 Pendant dimension 59.5mm With Bail 66.5mm Chain Length 18'' Long Weight 13.5gr Condition New, never worn Comes with T...
Sterling Silver
Gucci Bloom Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Floral Medallion Pendant Necklace 31"
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Gucci Collection: Bloom Hallmark: Gucci Made in Italy 750 Material: 18k Yellow Gold & Enamel Chain Measurement: 31.5" long × 0.19" wide × 0.09" high Pendant Measurement: 1.55"...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Ancient Byzantine Bronze Coin and Diamond 22 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Hook bail gives the pendant movement and versatility, so the pendant can be worn on any link of the chain or also on your own chain, leather cord or pearl strand.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze
14K white gold 12.5mm Black Tahitian Pearl Pendant Peacock Color
Located in Big Bend, WI
There are 6 small round brilliant cut diamond accents weighing .05cts total. The pendant measures 1" long with bail and includes a 14K white gold 24" chain.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Equus Pendant Necklace
By Frank Gehry for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
From the 'Equus' series. The zig zag pendant with an integral bail suspended from a thin chain.
Sterling Silver
3.60ct Emerald and 0.44ct Diamond 18ct Gold Pendant Necklace
By Tobi Gem Setting
Located in London, GB
It's secured in a gorgeous 18 carat white gold rub-over setting, to which the emerald is attached in a way that allows it to move independently of the diamond. The pendant attaches...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Classic Halo Pendant Necklace in White Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.5 Color: J Clarity: VS2 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 6348-03 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, White Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Round Diamond Classic Halo Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Round Brilliant Carat: 1.5 Color: H Clarity: SI1 Cut/Pol/Sym: EX/EX/EX DID: 6397-02 Pendant Necklace Deta...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Pisa Leaning Tower Pendant Charm Fun Italy Gold Stamped 750 V1058
Located in Osprey, FL
♥♥ 18K Gold Pisa Leaning Tower Pendant Charm Fun Italy Gold Stamped 750 V1058 ♥Material: 14k yellow gold, 3.37g ♥Measurements: Pendant measures 31.2mm in length with bail, 6.3mm in ...
18k Gold
GIA Certified 2.53ct Oval Diamond Station White White Gold Pendant Necklace
By EMD Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Details: Certificate: GIA (Gemological Institute of America) Shape: Oval Carat: 2.53 Color: J Clarity: SI2 Cut/Pol/Sym: -/EX/EX DID: 7126-02 Pendant Necklace Details: Style:...
Diamond, White Gold
14K Necklace 2.34 carat Blue Flash Moonstone and Ceylon Sapphire Pendant
Located in Big Bend, WI
The sapphires measure about 3mm and range in color. The pendant measures almost 1" long with bail and includes a 16.5" 14K white gold box chain.
Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k enhancer, carved Howlite Owl pendant with sapphire bail
By Diane Griswold Johnston
Located in Cohasset, MA
18k gold enhancer. Hand carved Howlite Owl with a sapphire bail. No necklaces included.
Antique 15ct Gold, Edwardian Natural Seed Pearl & Diamond Flower Pendant/Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Not only does it serve as a striking brooch, but it can also be worn as a pendant with its hinged bail, along with a small, hidden hook that allows for the addition of gemstone drops...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique French Sunburst Love Floral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as an antique half locket engraved with a love heart and floral motifs mounted to a sunburst frame with filigree rays, interspace...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
DAVID YURMAN Cable Collectibles F Initial Charm Pendant Enhancer Sterling Silver
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
DAVID YURMAN Cable Collectibles F Initial Charm Pendant Enhancer sterling silver Pendant chain together Pendant shape round 24.2 x24.2mm Pendant Length with Bail 36mm Chain length ...
Sterling Silver
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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
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Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.