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Green Kyanite and Silverite Multistrand Paradizia Necklace with Tahitian Pendant
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
are adorned by a large Pistachio Tahitian Pearl capped with diamonds. The Tahitian pendant is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Kyanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

11mm Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Mehnaz Durrani
Located in Richmond, BC
Elegant Tahitian pearl pendant. High pearly luster, slight Peacock overtone, natural 11mm Tahitian
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21st Century and Contemporary Canadian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
One 1980s 14 karat yellow gold pendant set with one 9.2mm round Tahitian black pearl and 0.12 TCW
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl & 4.22CTW Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, NY
Incredible Tahitian pearl and 4.22CTW diamond pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold on a 14k yellow
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Leopard Diamond Aurora Tahitian Pearl Statement Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary pendant showcases a captivating panther design, featuring a large aurora
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 18k Gold Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Fine Quality Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 18k Gold 13.5 mm 16" Certified $2,450 817267 This is a
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Enhancer Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Tahitian Pearl Enhancer Pendant. The pearl measures 12.5mm and has good
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 12.7 mm Dark Grey Colour Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold It consists of a
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 16.5 mm tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. This pendant is a flower design with the pearl
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.99 in D 0.73 in L 1.46 in
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 13.9 mm button tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. This pendant is a flower design with the
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.95 in D 0.57 in L 1.19 in
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A round 13.6 mm tahitian pearl pendant in 18k white gold. The pearl is set in the middle of a round
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
Tahitian Pearl Pendant in 18k White Gold
W 0.87 in D 0.59 in L 1.11 in
Michael Kneebone Baroque Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Tahitian pearl is featured in this elegant drop pendant. The pearl is a beautiful medium gray
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Titanium

Cartier Himalia Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2441 Comes With Box Only Date 2018 Model B3038300 Serial Number EXxxxx Metal 18k White Gold Stones Diamond, Pearl Weight approx 8.7 g Length approx 41 cm Condition Excellent _...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIT Certified Tahitian Pearls Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
An exquisite Tahitian Pearls and Diamonds pendant, is the epitome of elegance and sophistication
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

14k White Gold Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.0 grams Diamond Details: .10ct, total weight, G-H Color, SI Measurement: .5 inch long Condition: Excellent
Category

1990s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace, 10KT Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 10 karat yellow gold Tahitian pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This simple necklace features a
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Kunzite Champagne Diamond Tahitian Pearl Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Kunzite, Tahitian pearl and champagne diamonds are showcased in this elegant pendant. The kunzite
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Lavender Tahitian Pearl Diamond "Bubbles" Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A deep lavender colored Tahitian pearl is featured in this "Bubbles" pendant. The gem quality
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Cirrus Spiral Pendant with Tahitian Pearl
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
For the pearl lover out there - this Cirrus Tahitian pearl pendant will make you swoon. The pearl
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Tahitian Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. Second-hand jewelry, this pendant is adorned with a pinkish-gray
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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Michael Kneebone Herkimer Diamond Tahitian Pearl Drop Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Tahitian pearl with a tarnished silver color and great luster. The one-of-a-kind drop hangs from a 16 inch
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, 18k Gold

Convertible Petal Lace Aurora Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Aurora Tahitian Pearl Jewelry is a testament to refined artistry and versatility
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Black Pearl Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with a spherical drop Tahitian cultured black pearl
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

"Panther Eclipse" Convertible Aurora Tahitian Pearl & Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of high jewelry craftsmanship, this statement panther pendant and brooch exudes power
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, White Gold

14k White Gold Tahitian Cultured Black Pearl Drop Pendant
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
One Electronically Tested 14k White Gold Ladies Cast Tahitian Cultured Pearl Pendant Bright Polish
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Pendant Drops: 1.10" Stamped: "14K" Pearl: Tahitian Pearl Pearl Diameter: 11.4 mm Diamond Count: 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 14 karat yellow gold pendant necklace.Handmade by our craftsmen assembled with diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIT Certified Untreated Tahitian Pearls Diamonds 18k Gold Pendant
Located in Massafra, IT
An exclusive Art Deco design pendant , so elegant and refined. Pendant come in 18k gold with 3
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Michael Kneebone Tahitian Pearl Diamond Saturn Two Tone Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Diamonds compliment a baroque Tahitian pearl in this Saturn pendant. The pearl measures 14.4mm, is
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

17mm TAHITIAN PEARL Pendant with HEAVY 14k Gold Cap & Bail
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Tahitian Pearl Pendant Tahitian Pearl, 14k Gold This is special, one-of-a-kind 17mm Tahitian
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

18K White Gold 10mm Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Filigree Pendant
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Diamond open scroll-work Pearl Pendant finely crafted in 18 karat white gold. At its center, a
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20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

18K White Gold 14.3mm Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K White Gold 14.3mm Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 11 Diamonds - 0.11 CT 7
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Gold

18K White Gold 14.5mm Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Kowloon, HK
18K White Gold 14.5mm Tahitian Pearl Pendant Necklace with Diamonds 4 Diamonds - 0.02 CT 32
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Silver Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Pendant Diameter: 1.65" x 0.65" Stamped: "750" Pearl: Silver Tahitian Pearl Pearl Diameter: 12 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Moi Rosa Gold Tahitian Pearl Diamond and Ruby Pendant Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
Gold(18K) : 1.96g Gold(14K) : 3.77g Rose-cut Diamond : 0.98ct Gemstone : Ruby : 5.72ct Tahitian
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

14K white gold 12.5mm Black Tahitian Pearl Pendant Peacock Color
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold pendant featuring a large 12.5mm black cultured Tahitian pearl. The pearl is a fine
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dragonfly Tahitian Pearl Pendant on Chain in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This pendant features a dragonfly with a Tahitian connecting the wings. The pearl measures 8 mm in
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Legacy Collection Tahitian Mother of Pearl Pendant Carving with Diamond
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
Indulge in the timeless allure of Tahitian Mother of Pearl with this exquisite pendant from Stephen
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Sapphire Diamond Tsavorite Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Multicolor Sapphire Diamond Tahitian Pearl 18Kt Gold Starfish Pendant Made in Italy This pendant is
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, White Diamond,...

18 Karat Yellow Chalcedony, Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant #13703
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chalcedony, Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant JAGi Certified- This
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat Gold Tahitian Pearl and Sapphire Handmade Pendant
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
K,Weight Pendant 7.93 g, 50cm Chain 3.30g 4 Tahitian Pearl - 2.82 g 33 Sapphire - 0.405 ct
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21st Century and Contemporary Russian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant 0.83 Carats 15 MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold pendant featuring one grey Tahitian Pearl measuring 15 mm with a diamond cap of
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Basket Pendant Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
" Pendant Drops: 1.25" x 0.8" Stamped: "18K" Pearl: Tahitian Pearl Pearl Diameter: 11.3 mm Diamond
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

High Quality Tahitian Black Pearl Necklace Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
High Quality Tahitian Black 10.5mm Pearl Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold Featuring a Natural
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k White Gold Black/Grey Tahitian Pearl Pendant with Diamonds
By Avanti
Located in Carrollton, TX
This gorgeous 18k white gold setting truly complements the 13mm Tahitian pearl in a contemporary
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Chain Necklace with Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
An elegant 12mm Tahitian pearl pendant with three round, faceted diamonds in 18K gold at the bottom
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold

Dower & Hall 14k Gold North Star Pendant with Tahitian Pearl
Located in London, GB
ever-popular 'True North' Talisman designs. This elegant and delicate North Star pendant is from a new
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dower & Hall 14k Gold North Star Pendant with Tahitian Pearl
Located in London, GB
ever-popular 'True North' Talisman designs. This elegant and delicate North Star pendant is from a new
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant Necklace 14k and 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
: 18" Tahitian Pearl Diameter: 10 mm x 12 mm Diamond Count: 9 Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.05 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Tahitian Pearl Diamond Pendant and Chain in 14k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Chain Length: 18" ​ ​Pearl: 8.4 mm Tahitian pearl Diamond Count: 4 Diamond Carat Weight: ~0.20 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Pearl Necklace Octopus Pendant Necklace 14kt Gold Natural Diamonds
Located in Jupiter, FL
Tahitian Pearl pendant necklace in 14KT yellow gold with natural diamonds and matte finish on gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Black Tahitian Pearl & Diamond 14 Kt White Gold Pendant + Chain
Located in New York, NY
Black Tahitian Pearl 10.3 MM & Diamond 14 Kt White Gold Pendant + Chain 18" Long A classic
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14kt Yellow Gold Tahitian Pearl Pendant, Pearl, Peacock-Eggplant Color
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful 8.8mm Tahitian pearl with colors of peacock, eggplant, and gray set in a 14kt yellow
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2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tahitian Mother Of Pearl & 0.50cts Champagne Diamond Pendant In Sterling Silver
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
craftsmanship of Stephen Dweck, featuring a hand-carved Tahitian mother of pearl pendant adorned with shimmering
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Tahitian Black Pearl Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl, sapphire and diamond pendant necklace features a Tahitian pearl of 13.5mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, Black Pearl, 18k Gold...

Natural Brown Diamonds Tahitian Mother Of Pearl Pendant, Sterling Silver Chain
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Lyndhurst, NJ
allure of Tahitian mother of pearl and natural brown diamonds with this stunning pendant, a true
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace #13701
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace JAGi Certified- This
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Tahitian Black Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl pendant necklace features a pearl of approximately 16 x 14mm size from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tahitian Black Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The black pendant features a Tahitian pearl of approximately 16 x 13.5mm size from the waters of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

King Cobra Serpent Snake 18K Yellow Gold Tahitian Black Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and Tahitian pearl pendant designed as a yellow gold King Cobra snake
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Tahitian Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact tahitian pendant you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a tahitian 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 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A tahitian pendant from Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA, Alberto and Harbor Diamonds — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes uncut and brilliant cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a tahitian 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 Tahitian Pendant?

On average, a tahitian pendant at 1stDibs sells for $1,800, while they’re typically $180 on the low end and $77,451 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design

The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.

Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.

It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.

According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.

On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.

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. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.

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 David Webb necklaces — 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 Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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This Victorian Necklace Features a Rainbow of Gems

If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.

A Centuries-Old Style, Lockets Have Never Lost Their Romantic Appeal

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.

This Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace Is an Heirloom in the Making

With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.

[Survey] Two-Thirds of Jewelry Gift Recipients Don’t Want to Be Surprised

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.

Next-Level Pearls That Go Well Beyond the Expected

Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.

7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe

Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.

Whether Worn Alone or Layered, These Chain Link Necklaces Are Trending

Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.

Meet the Dapper, Mustachioed Parisian Who’s Tops in Crafting Enticing Jewels

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.