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Syna Yellow Gold Rotating Earth Pendant with Lapis Enamel
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
philosophy, the Syna brand showcases jewelry that speaks for itself and reflects positive energy. Coming
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Syna Yellow Gold Small Rotating Earth Pendant with Lapis Enamel
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
yellow gold, this exquisite pendant displays an elegant lapis enamel to complete its sophisticated design
Category

2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany & Co. Etoile Diamond Rotating Ball Pendant Necklace 18kt White Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Tiffany & Co ETOILE Rotating Diamond Ball Pendant Necklace Style: Slide Metal: 18kt White Gold
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire, Ruby with Diamond Rotatable Windmill Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 7.26 carats, Ruby 7.43 carats with Diamond 1.28 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Zodiac Gold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1970s, 18k, by Roman, Italy. This chic seventies pendant features the twelve signs of the
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

 Zodiac Gold Pendant
 Zodiac Gold Pendant
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Navajo Turquoise Reversible Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Large Native American Navajo Indian highly detailed sterling silver pendant with rotating Kingman
Category

Mid-20th Century American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Navajo Turquoise Reversible Pendant
Navajo Turquoise Reversible Pendant
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W 3.5 in D 1.25 in L 5 in
Vintage 14K Gold Flatiron Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A lovely vintage gold flatiron charm pendant. This household appliance is nicely designed with
Category

Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Flatiron Charm Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Flatiron Charm Pendant
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H 0.36 in W 0.32 in L 0.67 in
Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals CagedRing MedievalStyle GiltBronze Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique amuletic bronze framed pendant cages a dozen 7mm-diameter single-cut rock crystals
Category

Antique 18th Century French Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gilt Metal, Bronze, Copper

Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals CagedRing MedievalStyle GiltBronze Pendant
Antique Amuletic DozenRockCrystals CagedRing MedievalStyle GiltBronze Pendant
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W 1.25 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.25 in L 1.5 in
Unique egg pendant with diamonds, 18K yellow gold
Located in Berlin, BE
this stunning Unique Egg Pendant to your jewelry collection today. It is the perfect accessory for any
Category

Late 20th Century Russian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
pendant evolved from the iconic ring that's defined by a rotating band. Made from polished 18-karat yellow
Category

2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Renaissance Reliquary Pendant with Pearl and Enameling
Located in Chicago, IL
RELIQUARY PENDANT WITH PEARL Spain or Spanish Netherlands, c. 1620 Gold, rock crystal, enamel
Category

Antique 1620s Spanish Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Cartier 18K Tri Colo Gold Circular Spinning Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
intertwine and rotate harmoniously, creating a mesmerizing play of tones and movement. The pendant, measuring
Category

20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Natural Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace, Dragon Motif
Located in Hong Kong, HK
jade carving means power and protection. A 18k white gold and diamond clasp that can rotate is attached
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Horseshoe Onyx Horse Cameo 18K Rose Gold Pendant Locket
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) rose gold pendant locket with rotating horseshoe design set to one side with an
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Horseshoe Onyx Horse Cameo 18K Rose Gold Pendant Locket
Horseshoe Onyx Horse Cameo 18K Rose Gold Pendant Locket
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W 1.15 in D 0.47 in L 1.38 in
Fancy Solid Elephant Pendant 18k Yellow Gold with Ruby
Located in Berlin, BE
jewelry is not just a pendant, but a masterpiece that captures the essence of elegance, grace, and power
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby

Fancy Solid Elephant Pendant 18k Yellow Gold with Ruby
Fancy Solid Elephant Pendant 18k Yellow Gold with Ruby
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H 1.15 in W 0.75 in L 1.19 in
Mira Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Gold and distressed silver pendant. Rotating sphere revealing a diamond surrounded by diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pluton Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Yellow gold and distressed silver pendant. Rotating sphere revealing a planet of diamonds encircled
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

French Wheelbarrow with Flowers 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a wheelbarrow filled with flowers, with a
Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Wheelbarrow with Flowers 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
French Wheelbarrow with Flowers 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
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W 0.48 in D 0.32 in L 0.83 in
18 Karat White Gold 1ct Diamond Pendant, Waltzing Brilliance
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
, in which stones rotate freely at 2 points. Because of this technology, each stone receives the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 18k Gold

Noor Fares 0.73cttw Diamond 18K Gold Merkaba Star Pendant Necklace
By Noor Fares
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This 18K gold diamond Merkaba star pendant necklace is a beautiful statement piece. Crafted by
Category

2010s English Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Round Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Giulloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, middle blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Yellow Gold Horse-Drawn Carriage Pendant - 14k Transportation Wheels Move
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Theme: Horse-Drawn Carriage, Transportation Features: Wheels Rotate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dew Drop Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and rose gold. Choose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Translucent Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and rose gold. Choose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Certified Natural Red Jade & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18k Rose Gold. Reversible.
Located in Hong Kong, HK
reversible. This gives the wearer a different look from front to back. Here is a nice Jade pendant made with
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer drop pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Dew Drop Collection, translucent purple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Dew Drop Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Opalescent White Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
translucent glaze when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Turquoise Enamel Guilloche 30 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
translucent glaze when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

FEU Bouclier Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold & Distressed Silver by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Yellow gold and distressed silver pendant. Rotating medallion: the signs of Fire (Aries, Leo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Round Disk Pendant 18k White Gold Translucent Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round disk pendant 18k white gold, Diskos collection, translucent turquoise vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel, White Gold

Scaphandre Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold & Distressed Silver by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Choker pendant in yellow gold and distressed silver. A rotating sphere revealing a planet of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Round Disk Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Burgundy Red Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer disc pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Diskos collection, burgundy red vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Blue Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round disc pendant necklace, 18k white gold, Diskos collection, royal blue vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant 18k White Gold Blue Vitreous Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
translucent glaze when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Disk Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Yellow Vitreous Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, translucent yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant, 18k Yellow Gold, Burgundy Red Guilloche Enamel Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer disc pendant with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos collection, burgundy red vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Turquoise Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round disk pendant necklace 18k white gold, Diskos collection, translucent turquoise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Emerald Green Enamel Guiolloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer disc pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Discos Collection, emerald green vitreous
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Yellow Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Natural Agate 20.47 Cts , Pink Sapphire And Rose Cut Diamond Pendant. Reversible
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This pendant can be worn on both sides for a different look. The
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold...

Square Pendant 18k White Gold Diamond 0.04 ct Blue Topaz Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant 18k white gold, Era collection, 1 diamond, total 0.04 ct, G VS
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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

Materials

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

Victorian Carnelian Enamel Micro-Mosaic 14 Karat Gold Intaglio Eagle Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped pendant suspending from an oval surmount - rotates via axis One side
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Minka Gems - Tahitian Pearl Pendant set in 18kt yellow gold
By Minka Jewels
Located in London, GB
The Tahitian Power pendant is elegant and unique with the option of your own words inscribed around
Category

2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Round Diskos Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Guilloche Enamel 15.0 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
translucent glaze when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Round Disk Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Pink Enamel Guilloche Gold Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round disk pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, translucent pink vitreous enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ernest Borel New, Old Stock Ladies Hanging Pendant Watch from 1960's
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Ernest Borel Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Pendant Watch / N.O.S. METAL
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Vintage 1960s Swiss Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Oval Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Guilloche Enamel 65 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER, Opera Collection, in 18kt white gold with electric
Category

2010s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Aventina-Spencer, "Trellis", 1.25 Ct Vivid Yellow Sapphire and 18k Gold Pendant
By Aventina-Spencer
Located in Ballymena, GB
Spencer for Aventina-Spencer. As the pendant rotates the waves rise creating a pleasant, ever changing
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2010s Northern Irish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Round Diskos Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Opalescent Turquoise Guilloche Enamel 15 mm
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
glaze when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow and
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21st Century and Contemporary German Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold

Round Pendant 18k Rose Gold Indigo Vitreous Enamel Guilloche 251 Diamonds 1.45ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and rose gold. Choose
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Round Pendant 18k White Gold Amber Yellow Guilloche Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant Artemis, 18k white gold & yellow gold (underneath enamel), amber yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace Artemis 18k white and yellow gold (base for enamel disc), amber
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21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Yellow Gold Enamel 72 Diamonds 0.53ct
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H 1.08 in W 1.08 in Dm 1.08 in L 17.72 in
Round Pendant 18k White Gold Purple Vitreous Enamel Guilloche 30 Diamonds 0.15ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and rose gold. Choose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, White Gold, 18k Gold

Round Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Purple Enamel Guilloche 30 Diamonds 0.15ct
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
when the object is rotated to catch the light. We offer this piece of jewelry in yellow, white and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Onyx & Diamond Pluton Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold & Distressed Silver by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Yellow gold and distressed silver pendant. Rotating sphere revealing an onyx planet, encircled by
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Round Pendant - 18k White Gold/925-Sterling Silver - Silver Enamel 109 Diamonds
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant 18k white gold/925- sterling silver, Opera Collection, translucent
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Enamel

Square Pendant Necklace 18k White Gold Diamond 0.04 ct Blue Topaz Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer square shaped pendant necklace 18k white gold, Era collection, 1 diamond, total 0.04
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Pendant Collier 18k Rose Gold/925-Sterling Silver Grey Enamel Guilloche
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant collier 18k white gold/925-sterling silver, Macaron Collection
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Rose Gold

Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow/White Gold Purple Enamel 37 Diamonds Amethyst
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer customizable round locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold and white gold, Opera
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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Rotating Pendant Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate rotating pendant jewellery for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 5 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a rotating pendant jewellery from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic rotating pendant jewellery over the years, but those made by Beatrice Barzaghi Milano, Bulgari and Kenneth Jay Lane are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A rotating pendant jewellery can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 3 Carnelian versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a ball cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a rotating pendant jewellery, 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 Rotating Pendant Jewellery?

The price for a rotating pendant jewellery starts at $295 and tops out at $14,800 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,845.

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.