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4K Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant Necklace Rectangular Step Cut Tourmaline 5.7
Located in Holtsville, NY
rectangular step cut tourmaline as its centerpiece. With a remarkable carat weight of 5.79, the mesmerizing
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Rare Gem 37.63 Carat AGL Certified Step-Cut Tourmaline Platinum Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
shape of an elongated step-cut measuring a stunning 31.75 millimeters in length and 12.60 millimeters in
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Platinum

White Gold Aquamarine & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18" - 14k Square Step .60ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
: .50ct Cut: Square Step Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .10ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

New 14k Gold 1.86ct Square Step Aquamarine & Diamonds Pendant & Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
trillion step cut natural diamond which adds a beautiful touch. It slides on an adjustable 16" or 18" cable
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.39 Carat Oval Cut Emerald and 0.42 Ct Natural Diamond Milgrain Flower ref1960
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
The epitome of opulence, this pendant features a 1.39 carat oval-cut sapphire, enveloped by a
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bow Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique Victorian drop-shaped bow pendant designed with rose cut diamonds is truly a treasure
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

10.22 Carat Octagonal Step Emerald Fashion Pendant In 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
The pendant is set in 18k yellow gold, and the emerald itself has an octagonal/step cut with a
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

150 Carat Custom-Cut Golden Quartz & Diamond Pendant in White Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
gem show and asked Eytan to make her a diamond pendant to show it off. Eytan made the pendant, set
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Cut Pink Tourmaline White Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Cut Pink Tourmaline White Diamond Pendant Necklace
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2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Deco 1930 Platinum Convertible Pendant Brooch 5.02 Cts In Diamonds Calf Cut
Located in Miami, FL
straight baguettes (2.1 to 4 mm), 0.90 carats. Prong set, with 2 gorgeous Calf step cut (6 x 6 x 6 mm
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Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Aquamarine Old European Cut Diamond Clip-Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria blue rectangular step cut aquamarine weighing 46.30 carats in the center
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Amethyst Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 carat gold pendant set with five square step cut amethysts with a deep saturated pinkish
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20th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Amethyst Gold Diamond Pendant
Amethyst Gold Diamond Pendant
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H 2.01 in W 0.5 in L 24 in
14k White Gold GIA Emerald Cut Emerald Diamond Milgrain Halo Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
fiery diamonds throughout. The incredible center stone is emerald step cut and neatly milgrain bezel set
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Graff Diamond Cross Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Graff
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic authentic Graff necklace showcasing 6 step cut diamonds weighing .95ct total weight. The
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique Diamond Skull Pendant Necklace
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
made of 10kt yellow gold and silver and is set with app. 6 carats of antique cut diamonds. The magic
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Silver

Antique Diamond Skull Pendant Necklace
Antique Diamond Skull Pendant Necklace
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W 1.25 in L 2.5 in
Ruby and Diamond Encrusted Vintage Heart Pendant with Diamond Bail
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This gorgeous and weighty vintage pendant features dozens of step cut rubies shaping the heart
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20th Century Portuguese Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby

1.15 Carat Ruby Diamond in Platinum Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Oval Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Dimensions 7.55 x 5.65 mm Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

 1.15 Carat Ruby Diamond in Platinum Pendant
 1.15 Carat Ruby Diamond in Platinum Pendant
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W 0.23 in L 0.3 in
Yellow Gold Quartz Diamond Halo Necklace 15 1/2" - 14k 18k Square Step 21.88ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Quartz Carat(s): 21.28ct Cut: Square Step Color: Colorless Stone Note: Matte Finished with Polished Table
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.93 Carat Morganite Diamonds in Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Orangy Pink Color intensity Strong Shape Cushion Clarity Very eye clean Cut Brilliant/step Dimensions
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Morganite, Gold

8.93 Carat Morganite Diamonds in Gold Pendant
8.93 Carat Morganite Diamonds in Gold Pendant
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W 0.39 in D 0.3 in L 0.7 in
Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold 0.36ct Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Step back in time with our Vintage 1970s 18ct Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace, a stunning piece that
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Vintage 1970s English Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Colombian emerald and diamond cross pendant, circa 1970
Located in London, GB
Colombian emerald and diamond cross pendant. Set to centre with a round transitional cut diamond in
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

3.54 Carat Rubellite Diamonds set in Platinum Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Dimensions 13.6 x 7.4 x 4.3 mm Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total Weight 0.20
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, Platinum

 3.54 Carat Rubellite Diamonds set in Platinum Pendant
 3.54 Carat Rubellite Diamonds set in Platinum Pendant
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W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.54 in
2.75 Carat Rubellite Diamond in White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Very eye clean Cut Brilliant/step Origin Brazil Treatments Heated Dimensions 10.0 x 10.6 mm Diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

2.50 Carat Natural Rubellite Diamonds in Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Purplish Red Color intensity Strong Cut Brilliant/step Dimensions 9 x 9 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Featuring one pear mixed cut ruby
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yel...

David Yurman Blue Topaz & Diamond Petite Albion Pendant #16844
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Yurman pendant features one blue topaz stone (7 mm x 7 mm) surrounded by 20 round brilliant cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver

Amethyst and diamond cross pendant, circa 1920.
Located in London, GB
Amethyst and diamond cross pendant. Set to centre with one round old cut natural amethyst in an
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Vintage 1920s Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Rose Gold

Brilliant Necklace 0.20ct Tw VS Always One Step Ahead of the Jewellery Trend
Located in Viena, Viena
an ultra-modern diamond necklace in 750 white gold with full-cut diamonds total approx. 0.20 ct TW
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant Necklace: Elegant Statement Piece, Timeless
Located in Holtsville, NY
Step into a world of mesmerizing colors with our Rainbow Gemstone Radiance collection, where each
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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zambian Amethyst (29.01cts), Diamond (1.52cts), 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
By Michael Engelhardt
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Amethyst. The 71 total diamonds in the pendant weigh 1.52 cts and the square cut Amethyst on the top
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2010s Zambian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

11.22 Carat Natural Rubellites Diamond 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Shape Pear Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total Weight 2.10 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.03 Carat Natural Rubellite Diamond 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pear Clarity Eye Clean Cut Brilliant/step Dimensions 18.70 x 7.48 mm Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

4.77ct Citrine and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Pendant
Located in London, GB
This wonderful geometric pendant features a rich square step cut citrine weighing 4.77ct mounted in
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Certified 9.37 carats Rubellite Diamonds set in White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Eye Clean Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total Weight 2.96 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, White Gold

0.99 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One 0.99 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Featuring one octagonal step
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k...

18k Gold 6.44ctw GIA Colombian Emerald & Diamond Halo Statement Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:--(1 Natural Genuine Emerald - Octagonal Step Cut - Prong Set - Rich Green Color w
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.96 Carats Rubellite Diamonds set in 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Pear Clarity Very eye clean Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

0.70 Carats Rubellite Diamonds set in 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
0.70 carats Color Red Color intensity Strong Shape Oval Clarity Very eye clean Cut Brilliant/step
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.57 Carat Rubellites Diamond set in 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Dimensions 13.1 x 8.4 x 5.4 mm Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.57 Carat Rubellites  Diamond set in 14K White Gold Pendant
6.57 Carat Rubellites  Diamond set in 14K White Gold Pendant
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W 0.34 in D 0.56 in L 0.52 in
0.56 Сarats Rubellite Diamonds set in 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clean Cut Brilliant/step Treatments Heated Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total Weight 0.10 carats Color G
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rubelite, 14k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified .84 Carat Emerald Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
emerald set in a simple 4 prong 14k white gold setting, accented with 1 step cut square diamond. 18 inch
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous Santa Maria Blue rectangular step cut aquamarine is the centerpiece of this Art Deco
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

The Rainbow Serpent Amulet Pendant 18K Fairtrade Yellow Gold & Diamonds (Mini)
Located in London, GB
powers.⁠ Made to order in approx. 8 weeks. If you would like to see this pendant with other diamonds
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2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby

Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring four single cut
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

3.58 Carat Green Tourmaline Diamonds set in 14K White Gold Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
clean Cut Brilliant/step Origin Brazil Treatments Heated Diamonds Quantity Multiple Total Weight 1.83
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold

Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
Located in Dublin, IE
A colourful 10X9mm Step cut Emerald (4.28ct) sets off this pendant. The Emerald is surrounded by 20
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Early 2000s Irish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold
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W 0.6 in L 0.6 in
Peter Suchy 16.12 Blue Topaz Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
square step cut diamond. 18 inch chain. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop. 1 kite shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gleamire 14k Gold Natural Diamond Designer Infinity White Pendant Necklace
By GLEAMIRE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 2.51 grams of 14-karat White Gold, contains 9 Stones of Round Diamonds with a total of
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Gleamire 14k Gold Natural Diamond Designer Infinity Yellow Pendant Necklace
By GLEAMIRE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in 2.66 grams of 14-karat Yellow Gold, contains 9 Stones of Round Diamonds with a total of
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
(4.21 mm. by side) – 21 rose cut diamonds totaling approx .50 Ct (by spread) Measures: pendant is 53 x
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Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Platinum

Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 27.60 Ct Natural Peridot Diamond 18 KT Platinum Pendant
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H 2.09 in W 0.91 in L 17.72 in
Victorian Holbeinesque Emerald and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Pendant, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
This magnificent Victorian Holbeinesque pendant features a beautiful hexagonal step-cut natural
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Edwardian Natural Sapphire Diamond 18 KT Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
rose cut diamonds totaling approx 1.10 Ct (by spread) Measures: 49 x 20 mm. (h. x w.) Weight: 5.7 grams
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Antique Early 1900s European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian Natural Sapphire Diamond 18 KT Pendant
Edwardian Natural Sapphire Diamond 18 KT Pendant
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H 1.93 in W 0.79 in
Antique Edwardian Platinum Large GIA Chrysoberyl Diamond Pearl Filigree Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
European cut diamonds that each show a nice large size with very bright effects that bring a truly
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Early 20th Century Unknown Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysoberyl, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

GIA Certified 6.59 Carat Natural Red-Purple Sapphire Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Natural Red-Purple Sapphire 6.59 carats set in Platinum Pendant with 0.62 carats Diamonds / GIA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Edwardian 9.64 CTW Diamond Sapphire Ruby Heart Shaped Black Opal Antique Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
body color with spectral play-of-color and subtle black matrix With a halo surround of calibré step-cut
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Vintage 1910s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

14k White Gold Diamonds Small Spider Pendant Necklace JHerwitt gift for her
Located in Los Angeles, CA
white gold, the Spider Pendant showcases the radiance of 9 brilliant-cut round diamonds, each
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2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Egg colour Robin Egg enamelling work complemented by old mine cut Diamonds, 1880 ca English origin
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold

Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
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H 1.34 in W 0.71 in
Chopard Happy Diamond Sapphire 18k White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing the Chopard Happy Diamond and Sapphire 18K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace, a
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold 3.41 Carat Solitaire Yellow and White Diamond Pendant
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 3.41 Carat Solitaire Yellow and White Diamond Pendant This impressive yellow canary
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2010s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
18K White Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace Featuring a Green Octagonal Step-Cut Natural
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

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Step Cut Diamond Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact step cut diamond pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 96 antique edition and 105 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a step cut diamond pendant from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic step cut diamond pendant over the years, but those made by Rossella Ugolini, Peter Suchy and Gad & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and round cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a step cut diamond pendant, 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 Step Cut Diamond Pendant?

Prices for a step cut diamond pendant can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $250,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,274.

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. 

Questions About Step Cut Diamond Pendant
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A step cut diamond is usually square or rectangular and gets its name from the step-like faceting. The facets are arranged in parallel lines on all four sides and tend to be larger facets than brilliant-cut diamonds.