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Victorian Diamond and Ruby 'Beggars Heart' Silver and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and ruby 'Beggars Heart' silver and yellow gold pendant. This charming heart
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Antique Early 1900s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby and Diamond Double Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous ruby and diamond heart pendant dating back to the Victorian period. This
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

.925 Sterling Silver Ruby and Diamond Heart Love Pendant Gift for Valentine
Located in Houston, TX
This Ruby and Diamond Heart Love Pendant Gift for Valentine is meticulously crafted from the finest
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18k yellow gold diamond and ruby heart clock pendant. The pendant features a heart clock motif
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Heart Clock Pendant
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H 1.07 in W 0.71 in
Antique Double Heart Pendant with Diamond & Rubies - approx 1.04 tcw
Located in Danvers, MA
Sparkly and sentimental, this elegant diamond & ruby Double Heart was once part of a late Victorian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Alex Jona Heart Ruby White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
heart cut rubies weighing 2.88 carats in total surrounded by 0.89 carats of white diamonds, F color
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

An 18kt White Gold Heart Shaped Pendant set with Rubies & Diamonds.
By Barry Kronen
Located in Seattle, WA
An 18kt White Gold Pendant set with Rubies & Diamonds. This lovely 18kt White Gold Heart Pendant is
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Victorian Inspired Sapphire and Ruby Double Heart Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
: Yellow Gold, Silver, 18ct Yellow Gold Stones: Diamonds, Sapphire, Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Framed Heart Necklace with Faceted Pear Ruby
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
An oxidized silver heart is pave set with sparkling white diamonds and surrounded by an 18k gold
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Framed Heart Necklace with Faceted Pear Ruby
Framed Heart Necklace with Faceted Pear Ruby
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H 1.3 in W 0.9 in L 16 in
Antique Hope Love Heart Locket Pendant 82 Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald 14K Gold
Located in SE
with openwork raised socket HOPE combination decorated with Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies and Emeralds
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Ruby Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace 0.90ct Ruby
Located in Kendal, GB
twinkling old cut diamonds (approx. 1ct) three cherry-pink rubies (approx. 0.90ct) and a central pearl
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian 2.28 Cttw. Ruby, Turquoise, Topaz and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our Victorian 2.28 Cttw. Ruby, Turquoise, Topaz, and Diamond Pendant Necklace, a
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Topaz, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Real Natural Diamond Heart Pendent Rubies 10k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Cute diamond heart pendent. Approx. 3/4 carat total weight of natural genuine earth mined
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Ruby & Gold Heart Charm
Located in New York, NY
Most appealing figural heart charm./pendant. A figural heart, with a radiating fine line pattern
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Vintage 1940s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby & Gold Heart Charm
Ruby & Gold Heart Charm
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W 1 in L 1 in
Bvlgari Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond And Pearl Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
brilliant cut diamonds. The Sapphire, Ruby and Diamond heart pendant is suspended from a single strand of
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1990s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Mira Ruby Heart Charm in 18k Gold by Elie Top
By Elie Top
Located in Paris, France
Gold and distressed silver charm. Rotating sphere revealing a ruby surrounded by diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tiger's Eye Diamond Ruby Emerald Rosary & Ebony Star Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Pendant consists of: - 1.65" length x width - brilliant cut diamonds - 18k solid gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Tiger's Eye, Ruby, Hematite, Emerald, Diamond, Vermeil, Gold Plate, Gold...

Rainbow Gemstone Heart Necklace with Rusted Iron, Sterling Silver, and 18k
By Llyn strong
Located in Greenville, SC
An oxidized sterling silver, 18k yellow gold and rusted iron, 2022 unbreakable heart necklace
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, S...

Georgian Style Rhodolite Garnet Diamond Silver Starfish Pendant Brooch Amulet
Located in New York, NY
Fine Georgian style rich ruby red oval Rhodolite garnet center stone starfish pendant/brooch with
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20th Century Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Rhodolite, Silver

Flying Heart Necklace
By Rebecca Myers Design
Located in Baltimore, MD
, pear shaped ruby and more pave set white diamonds. The pendant is 7/8" long x 3/4" wide and hangs from
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Flying Heart Necklace
Flying Heart Necklace
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W 0.75 in L 0.88 in
Brilliant Ruby Diamond Gold Platinum Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Outstanding figural "heart" pendant. Vibrant faceted rubies (approximately 14.60 cts.) surrounded
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Vintage 1910s American More Jewelry

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Byzantine Style 22-Kt Gold Pendent with Antique Coin, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
diamonds and a further ring of square-cut rubies, adding a majestic touch. With a diameter of 2.6 cm, the
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20th Century Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Longh J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Long J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Longh J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Longh J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Long
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pendant Chain Necklace Dove White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pendant Chain Necklace Dove White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Silver J Dauphin 24" Longh J DAUPHIN
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver J Dauphin 24" Longh
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Solid Sterling Silver J Dauphin 24" Longh
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Early Victorian Burmese Ruby Diamond Double Heart Bracelet/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely exquisite diamond and ruby bracelet/pendant from the early Victorian (circa 1850) era
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Antique 1850s Victorian Bangles

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

White Diamond Ruby Dove Heart Pendant Chunky Chain Pendant Necklace J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond and Ruby Set on Dove Pendant in Bronze with a Hanging Heart from its beak, on Chunky
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Bronze

Ruby White Diamond Sacred Heart Silver Chain Necklace Art Nouveau Medal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Ruby and White Diamond Covered French Sacred Heart Bronze Medal and a Art Nouveau Silver Medal with
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2010s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, White Diamond, Gold-filled, Silver, Bronze

Dove Heart Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Sterling Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Long J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Dove Heart Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Sterling Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby Gold Heart Sterling Silver J Dauphin 28" Long J
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Clarissa Bronfman Agate, Diamond, Ruby, Flower Pendant Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
sterlingsilver heart tumbler bead. - Sterling silver and diamond clasp allowing for interchanging of pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sterling Silver

I Married an Angel Ruby Gold Pendant Charm
Located in New York, NY
Large 14K gold pendant/charm. Figural cherub holding a ruby-encrusted heart. Engraved around the
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Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Dankner I Love You Gold Charm
By Henry Dankner & Sons
Located in New York, NY
hearts set with rubies. 1" in diameter. Very romantic, the perfect message. Alice Kwartler has sold
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Dankner I Love You Gold Charm
Dankner I Love You Gold Charm
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Dove Pendant Chain Necklace White Diamond Ruby J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
White Diamond and Ruby Set on Dove Pendant in Silver Gold plated with a Hanging Heart from its beak
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Heart and Arrow Earrings Ring and Pendant Set
Located in Cairo, EG
rubies and rose cut diamonds in 10k gold setting topped with silver dates back to 1850/1880.c
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Antique 1850s Dangle Earrings

Medal Chain Necklace Miraculous Virgin Mary Ruby Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Medal Chain Necklace Miraculous Virgin Mary Ruby Silver J Dauphin J DAUPHIN necklace "Searching my
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver

Medal Chain Necklace Miraculous Virgin Mary Ruby Blue Sapphire Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
compassion in our hearts. . Custom Orders available with White or Black Diamonds, Ruby, Emeralds or Blue
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Medal Chain Necklace Miraculous Virgin Mary Ruby Blue Sapphire Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
compassion in our hearts. . Custom Orders available with White or Black Diamonds, Ruby, Emeralds or Blue
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver

Ruby Cross Necklace Engraved Astrology Symbols White Diamond Jesus Medal
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cross, this necklace features a sterling silver pendant with an image of Jesus showing his heart. The
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2010s American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Ruby, Gold Plate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Victorian Diamond and Ruby Heart-Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian diamond and ruby heart-locket pendant, to the centre a cushion-cut ruby estimated to
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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Virgin Mary Medal Oval Jupiter Necklace Gold Silver J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
completed. Can also be custom made in Gold or Silver with White Diamond or Rubies Price upon request.
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Gold

Virgin Mary Arm Cuff Bangle Sterling Silver Bronze Ruby Statement J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Virgin Mary Arm Cuff Bangle Sterling Silver Bronze Ruby Statement J Dauphin J DAUPHIN "Never Let
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2010s American Contemporary Bangles

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Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver, Bronze

Ruby and Diamond Gold Heart with Stars Locket
Located in Houston, TX
ruby in the center is trimmed with old European cut diamonds. 8 raised stars are each set with a ruby
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Antique 1890s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ruby and Diamond Gold Heart with Stars Locket
Ruby and Diamond Gold Heart with Stars Locket
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H 1 in W 0.94 in D 0.5 in L 18 in
Heart Art Nouveau 0.50 Carat Round Cut Rubies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
Cut Rubies. This Pendant is also available with Diamonds, Emeralds and Sapphires. This Pendant is
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Heart Art Nouveau 0.30 Carat Rose Cut Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
Cut Diamonds. This Pendant is also available with Sapphires, Emeralds and Rubies. This Pendant is
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Antique Garnet and Diamond Snake Pendant Brooch, 1830s
Located in Antwerp, BE
a deep pink garnet heart, a silver-topped bow, snake, cross and anchor encrusted with three European
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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Garnet, Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, ...

Heart Art Nouveau 0.50 Carat Round Cut Sapphires 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
Cut Sapphires. This Pendant is also available with Diamonds, Emeralds and Rubies. This Pendant is
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Heart Art Nouveau 0.50 Carat Round Cut Emeralds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By Fabio Ferrara
Located in Marcianise, IT
Cut Emeralds. This Pendant is also available with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires. This Pendant is
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Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
By Jada Jo
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Story Behind the Jewelry Ruby sterling silver chain accented with a rhodochrosite pave diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rhodocrosite, Silver

Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
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Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
By Jada Jo
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Story Behind the Jewelry Ruby sterling silver chain accented with a rhodochrosite pave diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rhodocrosite, Silver

Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
Red Ruby Asmara Necklace
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L 32 in
Diamond Ruby Heart Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A petite heart pendant. Comprised of alternating rubies and diamonds set at a jaunty angle. 18K
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Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Diamond Ruby Heart Gold Pendant
Diamond Ruby Heart Gold Pendant
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W 0.5 in L 0.75 in
Vintage Heart-Shaped Diamond and Ruby Pendant, circa 1940s
Located in London, GB
This romantic 1940s era heart-shaped diamond and ruby pendant is tightly set with five carats of
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Vintage 1940s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Heart-Shaped Edwardian Pearl Ruby Diamond Pendant
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Silver over yellow gold pendant decorated with twenty-seven rubies, thirty-four diamonds and seven
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Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Silver, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 0.75 Carat Diamond and Ruby Heart Pendant, circa 1880s
Located in London, GB
This sweet heart pendant was created in the 1880s. It is embellished with lovely diamond and ruby
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Moonstone, Ruby and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An antique moonstone, ruby and diamond pendant, set with a central, cabochon-cut heart shape
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Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Gold

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Ruby And Diamond Heart Pendant Silver For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of gold, silver and sterling silver, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 18 vintage editions and 19 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver — no matter the origin — is easy, but J DAUPHIN, Clarissa Bronfman and Jada Jo each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but ruby rings, from our inventory of 26, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and bead cut versions available here, too. Finding an option in this array of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver for sale for women should be easy, but there are 11 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Ruby And Diamond Heart Pendant Silver?

Prices for a piece of ruby and diamond heart pendant silver can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $750 and can go as high as $78,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,800.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

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.