Diamond Queen Bee Dainty Honeycomb Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Queen Bee Necklace Dainty Gold Honeycomb Necklace Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unus...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$264 / item
Queen Bee Locket In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
The 'Queen Bee' of lockets - she stands tall as a reflection of life, commitment and resilience. This handcrafted locket is suspended on our beautifully-textured, adjustable millie-g...
Sterling Silver
$332 / item
Queen Bee Locket In 18ct Gold Vermeil
Located in London, GB
The 'Queen Bee' of lockets - she stands tall as a reflection of life, commitment and resilience. This handcrafted locket is suspended on our beautifully-textured, adjustable millie-g...
Vermeil
Syna Yellow Gold Queen Bee Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.15 ct approx Chain sold separately Limited edition Crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, this one-of-a-kind pendant features a hand-painted ...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Queen Bee Necklace
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Queen Bee Necklace 2017 powder-coated brass, sterling silver
Taru Jewelry Queen Bee Diamond Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The hive serves as the centerpiece of the necklace, with three bees perched on top. One of the bees is the queen, distinguished by her ruby crown.
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Bellarri Queen Bee Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bellarri
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Featuring 14k rose gold pendant necklace from Queen Bee collection, set with 0.52ctw in H/VS diamonds and 8.35ctw in blue topaz, with 0.04ctw sapphire eyes.
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold
Simon G. DP271 18K Yellow Gold Queen Bee Necklace with Ruby and Diamond
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Beautifully crafted 18K yellow gold "Queen Bee" necklace made by Simon G. The bee is furnished with 18 round brilliant-cut diamonds 0.13 carat total weight and two round rubies for t...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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H 0.84 in W 0.49 in L 18.5 in
Two-Tone Queen Bee Necklace, Sweet 3D Bee, Sterling Silver & 14K Yellow Gold LV
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
How cute is this "Queen Bee" necklace?! The bright sterling silver oval disc is engraved with Queen Bee around a sweet three-dimensional gold bee.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Simon G. 18K Yellow Gold Queen Bee Necklace - DP274
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Simon G. 18K yellow gold small queen bee pendant necklace with 12 round brilliant-cut diamonds 0.07 carat and 2 round emeralds weighing 0.01 carat total
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond, Ruby and Mother of Pearl Queen Bee Necklace in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in London, England
A charming Queen Bee pendant set in 18k rose gold. The necklace is predominantly set with a central rose gold bee which is set throughout with white and black round brilliant cut d...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Annibale Baldini Queen Bee Pendant
By Annibale Baldini
Located in Derby, NY
Create a buzz with this one of a kind piece! Handcrafted in Italy, the Queen Bee Pendant by Annibale Baldini is a stunning, one-of-a-kind piece. Designed by skilled artisans in Italy...
Crystal, Enamel
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H 3.5 in W 1.57 in L 34.25 in
Baroque Freshwater Pearls Carved Mother-of-Pearl Queen Bee Heart Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
This elongated necklace culminates with a magnificent hand carved Mother of Pearl heart featuring the reigning Queen Bee enthroned on her honeycomb, embellished with flowers and leav...
Crystal, Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Clarissa Bronfman Brown Suede 14kgold Ebony Diamon Ruby Queen Bee Charm Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Leather multi charm necklace consists of: - Solid 14k gold - Diamonds genuine - Ruby - Enamel - Sapphire - Ebony wood - Gold plate - 925 sterling silver - Lab produced diamonds - s...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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H 0.67 in W 0.67 in
Queen Bee, Pendant Necklace Charm Coin Amulet with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Queen Bee, Pendant Necklace Charm Coin Amulet with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey.
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 1 in W 1 in D 0.13 in Dm 1 in L 22 in
Ancient Ephesus Queen Bee Tetradrachm Coin Replica Pendant, 24K Gold & Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Large, Gold-Framed, Ancient, Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Coin (Replica) Charm Pendant, 24kt Gold and Silver Sterling Silver coin is a replica coin from those in the Turkish Mu...
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Queen Bee Ephesus Coin Tetra Drachm Pendant Charm Coin Amulet w/ Diamonds
Located in Bozeman, MT
Queen Bee, Ephesus Coin, Tetra Drachm, Pendant Necklace Charm Coin Amulet with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey.
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Sapphire and Sterling Silver Queen bee Necklace
By Michael Bondanza
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite elegance of the 925 sterling silver Queen Bee Necklace from Michael Bondanza Jewelry.
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Diamond, Ruby and Mother of Pearl Queen Bee Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, England
An exquisite Queen Bee diamond and mother-of-pearl necklace set in 18k rose gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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H 1.24 in W 0.53 in L 26.5 in
Queen Bee Intaglio Vermeil Pendant Sapphires Turquoise, Kyanite, Chrysoprase
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Morgaine Queen Bee Necklace. For those of us finally fully immunized after this long and desolate year+ of self isolation - this year will be such a joyful May!
Sapphire, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
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H 0.69 in W 0.69 in
Queen Bee, Ephesus Coin, Tetra Drachm, Pendant Necklace Charm Coin Amulet with D
Located in Bozeman, MT
Queen Bee, Ephesus Coin, Tetra Drachm, Pendant Necklace Charm Coin Amulet with Diamond, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of Istanbul, Turkey.
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
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H 0.55 in W 0.55 in L 16 in
Ancient Ephesus Queen Bee Coin Replica Charm Pendant 24K Gold 925 0.02ct Diamond
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold, Silver & 0.02ct Diamonds. Sterling Silver coin is a replica coin from those in the Turkish Museum. 390–380 B.C., C...
Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Monica Rich Kosann 18k Yellow Gold "Queen Bee" Charm Necklace with Diamonds
By Monica Rich Kosann
Located in Norwalk, CT
This is not just a bee, this is a "Queen Bee". This Monica Rich Kosann pendant is accented with White Diamonds on the front and sunburst detailing on the back. It is featured on an ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
14k Yellow Gold Zodiac Pendant Necklace, Virgo
Located in Great neck, NY
Zodiac Coin Sign: Gold Zodiac Aries, Aquarius, Capricorn, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo Necklaces; With an exquisite charm coin pendant tha...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Stellar Locket In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Cherish your treasured memories with our distinctive sterling silver 'Stellar' locket. The cushion-shape design features an intricately carved star inside an engraved frame, with a s...
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
True North Diamond Locket In 18ct Gold Vermeil
Located in London, GB
Chart the course for your next adventure with our sterling silver 'True North' locket, set with a sparkling diamond and finished with radiant yellow gold vermeil. Add engraving - cho...
Diamond, Vermeil
$1,320Sale Price|20% Off
Syna Yellow Gold Cancer Zodiac Pendant
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Cancer zodiac pendant Chain sold separately Limited edition Crafted with 18 karat yellow gold, this limited edition Cancer zodiac pendant truly exud...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Celeste Sapphire Locket In Sterling Silver
Located in London, GB
Set with sparkling white sapphires, our timeless, sterling silver 'Celeste' locket is perfect to mark life's special moments. The oval locket is suspended on our beautifully-textured...
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Vintage sterling silver 925 etched locket pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • stamped 925 • sterling silver • vintage designer pendant MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A73 ❤️❤️ VINTAG...
Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Diamond & Black Diamond Bumble Bee Necklace for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Bee Pendant Necklace: Made from real 14k gold and black round diamonds approximately 0.06 cts. and 0.16 cts of Certified diamonds, available in yellow gold chain length is ad...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14k Gold "Bee on Honeycomb" Pendant with Citrine
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14kt gold "Bee on honeycomb" pendant with citrine. Citrine briollete pendant. Animal pendant. Yellow gemstone pendant. Gold white and yellow (bee) 14k marked Weight: 2.5 g. Size: 3...
Citrine, 14k Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Beehive Pendant with Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Mother of pearl 5.30 carats approx. Diamonds 0.25 carat approx. Limited edition Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Draw...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Jardin Bee Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.09 carat approx. Chain sold separately Limited edition Deeply enrobed in 18 karat yellow gold, this luxurious Mogul Gemstone Sword Pendant...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Black diamonds 0.35 ct approx Diamonds 0.35 ct approx 18 inch chain with loops at 16th & 17th inch Reversible necklace Chain slides through the charm ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.25 cts approx 18kyg 18 inch cable chain with lobster lock Chain can also be worn at 16th & 17th inch Exquisitely crafted from 18 karat ye...
Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1883 Silver Ivy Oval Locket Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Victorian silver oval locket is a beautifully restrained example of late 19th-century craftsmanship, combining crisp engraving.The front is decorated with a central engraved fol...
Silver
$376Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.8 in W 0.6 in L 16.5 in
c. 1930s Elegant Antique Art Deco Silver Locket Necklace
Located in Honolulu, HI
A timeless piece of Art Deco elegance, this antique silver locket necklace embodies the sophistication and geometric precision of the 1920s and 30s. The teardrop-shaped locket featur...
Silver
14k Yellow Gold Zodiac Pendant Necklace, Aries
Located in Great neck, NY
Zodiac Coin Sign: Gold Zodiac Aries, Aquarius, Capricorn, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo Necklaces; With an exquisite charm coin pendant tha...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$698Sale Price|20% Off
14KT Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace with 0.36ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fine, gold-toned chain with a small, intricately detailed butterfly pendant adorned with sparkling crystal, often set in a pavé style.The delicate and minimalist aesthetic makes it...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set in 18K Gold, 9.08 carat Kunzite, Mother of Pearl & Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Kunzite & Mother of Pearl Engagement Ring set in 18K Rose Gold &b natural Diamonds. The weight of the Kunzite is 9.08 carats. The weight of the Mother ...
Diamond, Kunzite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$4,300Sale Price|50% Off
Certified 18K Gold 1.06ct Heart Pigeon's Blood Ruby & 0.58ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A dramatic, love‑struck statement piece, this IGL‑certified 18k gold heart‑cut ruby and diamond ring delivers unapologetic romance with high jewelry craftsmanship. At its center burn...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings 0.73 Carats 12-13 MM 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 12-13 mm flanked with 122 round brilliants weighing 0.73 carats. Pearl Quality AA Luster AA, Excellent Nacre Ve...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Tag Charm Bracelet 8"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Tag Charm Bracelet 8" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 25.40 grams Length: 8". It could be adjusted to fit smaller wrist by moving the lobster clasp t...
18k Gold
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Convertible Tiara Necklace
Located in London, GB
A vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara necklace. An exceptional vintage sapphire and diamond convertible tiara and necklace set, in platinum, circa 1950. This beautifull...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Art Deco 9 Carat Gold Locket and Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This simple yet beautiful gold locket has two pictures inside. The chain is also 9 carat gold. Locket still closes securely. Locket fully Chester hallmarked 1913. Locket Dimensions:...
Gold
Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold - 2.30ct. tw. Diamond (Natural coloured) - IGI
By Diamonds Mine
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning ring features a unique design with natural diamonds, totaling 2.30 carats, set in lustrous 18kt yellow gold. The yellow gold band adds a touch of sophistication to the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
$512Sale Price / item|44% Off
Lily of the Valley Botanical Signet Ring in silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Botanical Engraved Ring – Lily of the Valley Motif, Silver, Gold. Nature inspired Flower Engagement Ring. Gold Lily Wedding Ring for Women. Birthday Flower Ring. Lily Whisper Ring. ...
Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$23,996Sale Price|20% Off
GIA 18k Yellow Gold Natural 3.01 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring
By Raymond Lee Jewelers
Located in Boca Raton, FL
GIA 18k Yellow Gold Natural 3.01 Carat Radiant Cut Diamond Engagement Ring This exquisite GIA-certified 18k Yellow Gold engagement ring features a 3.01-carat radiant-cut diamond, co...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Worn in Sex and The City 2, Iconic John Galliano Christian Dior Newsprint Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
Being offered is the Iconic John Galliano for Christian Dior Autumn/Winter 2000-2001 Newsprint Dress WORN by Sarah Jessica Parker and lent by Vintage Luxury N.Y. for Sex and the Cit...
$504Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Uncut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Uncut Diamond Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represent...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 5.13 in L 16 in
Oscar de la Renta Gold Critter Choker Necklace with Bee Motif, Contemporary
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
A golden wire choker accented with a bee, by Oscar de la Renta. Gold-plated. Hallmarks: Oscar de la Renta, Made in USA
22k Gold, Gold Plate
Elegant Natural pave diamonds pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pave diamonds and natural white pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Pave diam...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Natural diamond pearls drop sterling silver convertible tiara head band necklace
Located in Delhi, DL
This Vintage tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with natural pave diamonds and pearl drops in sterling silver. Diamond- pave diamonds Diamond color- White wit...
Diamond, Pearl, Silver, 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.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.