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Victorian Turquoise Enamel Pendant 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Victorian - Art Nouveau Pendant set with fabulous Turquoise cabochons in a
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Gold Tassel Engraved Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1860's Victorian gold tassel engraved pendant necklace. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail
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Mid-19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Egyptian Revival Enameled Pharaoh Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
scarab beetle, sphinxes, pharaohs, and hieroglyphics. An incredible and unusual pharaoh pendant necklace
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1880s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
An absolutely magnificent moonstone pendant necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This
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1880s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Moonstone, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
Victorian Large 18 Karat Enameled and Moonstone Pendant Necklace
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H 1.13 in W 0.88 in D 0.75 in L 18.25 in
Victorian Natural Pearl Enamel Rose Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian 1880-1890 pearl rose gold tassel pendant necklace. Handmade rose gold chain. The center
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Late 19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Enamel, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A magnificent enameled pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in rosy 14k gold, the piece
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Late 19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Enamel

Antique Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
Victorian 14k Diamond + Enamel Tiger Pendant
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W 0.88 in D 0.38 in L 0.75 in
Victorian Yellow Gold Emerald Coral Enamel Locket Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Victorian locket pendant made of 18k yellow gold featuring emerald, coral and enamel
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Early 1900s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Coral, Emerald, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Green Enamel Snake Pendant 18K
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Victorian Enamel Snake Pendant is unusual in color and the fact that this is not a
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1890s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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White Diamond, Ruby, Enamel

Antique Victorian Green Enamel Snake Pendant 18K
Victorian Green Enamel Snake Pendant 18K
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W 1.75 in L 1.5 in
Victorian Enamel and Diamond Star Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique pendant from the Victorian period. This piece has been crafted
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19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel Forget Me Not Flower Pendant Necklace Horseshoe Wishbone Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE IN THE FORM OF A WISHBONE OR HORSESHOE
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold

Victorian Enamel Pansy Clover Flower OMC Diamond Pendant Necklace Horseshoe Gold
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A GORGEOUS VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU PENDANT NECKLACE IN THE FORM OF A HORSESHOE ADORNED
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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

Antique 20ct Gold Enamel & Pearl Victorian Pendant
Located in London, GB
Antique 20ct Gold Pendant Fringe mechanism Genuine Pearl surrounded by a navy blue enamel star
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1850s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel Dog Heart Jack Russell Terrier Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous and very rare antique Victorian Enamel Dog Heart Pendant. The extraordinary
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Highlighted by polychrome cloisonné enamel, this 19th century Latin cross pendant is intricately
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1870s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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18k Gold, Enamel, Gold

Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Enamel and Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
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W 2.375 in L 3.125 in
Victorian Pansy Blue Enamel Diamonds Flower Pendant, 1890
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
Victorian Pansy Flower Blue Enamel with old-cut Diamonds Choker Pendant. Tender and elegant flower
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Late 19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Enamel

Old Mine Diamond Enamel Leaf Wreath Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
VICTORIAN PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A WREATH IS COMPOSED OF ACANTHUS LEAVES WITH EIGHT OLD MINE DIAMONDS SET
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold

Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning Victorian era rare locket, shows its preciousness by the exquisite Turquoise Robin
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1880s European Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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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
Fine Victorian Era Double Enamel Miniatures Bow Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale an exquisite Victorian-era antique pendant, a true marvel of artistry and sentimentality
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19th Century French Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Silver, Enamel

Victorian Enamel and Pearl Cross and Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely Victorian enamel and pearl cross pendant necklace. The front of the pendant
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Late 19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Citrine Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian 21.63 carat citrine, enamel and 18 karat yellow
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1860s British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Citrine, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18K gold black enamel pearl locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a magnificent French work, Victorian era 18K gold locket pendant. The front of the locket
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19th Century French High Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond and green guilloche enamel pendant, Victorian
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautifully crafted Victorian pendant is really something else! A true beauty which features
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19th Century British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
cabochons foiled back, natural baby Pearls enriched by Emerald Green enameling, detachable cross pendant
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
Victorian Night & Day Amethyst Pearl Enamel Drop Necklace
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H 1.42 in W 1.38 in L 15.75 in
Enamel Orchid Flower Pendant Necklace Or Brooch Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU LAVALIERE PENDANT OR BROOCH IN THE FORM OF AN ORCHID
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond & Pearl Enamelled Heart Necklace, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This wonderful Victorian necklace features a beautiful green enamelled heart with a single 0.08
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1880s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18ct Gold Enamel Necklace Rose Cut Diamond Pendant - c.1880
Located in London, GB
service). We are delighted to offer this stylish Victorian 18K gold antique pendant. (Please note, this
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19th Century Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 1.57 Carat Diamond Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
border. This Victorian enamel pendant is suspended from a contemporary 18k yellow gold 45.72cm/18" trace
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1870s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Era 18k Gold Diamond Pearl Green Enamel Pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
color. The bezel is integrated into a delicate white enamel. The frame of the pendant is made of another
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19th Century French Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Black Enamel Ornament Small Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a small Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1900. It features nice ornaments
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Early 20th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond, Enamel and 22 Carat Gold Ball Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning pendant is made of ornate 22ct gold and it has enamel detail. At the top of the ball
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1880s British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A Victorian turquoise and seed pearl love knot pendant, made around 1860-1880. The velvety 15 karat
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
Antique Victorian 15K Gold Blue Enamel Love Knot Pendant
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W 0.67 in Dm 0.67 in L 0.67 in
Victorian Opal Diamond Enamel Large Brooch Pendant 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare & Unique This impressive and colourful, large brooch pendant is Victorian period, 1875 ca
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1870s European Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Large Aquamarine Diamond and Enamel Pendant, ca. 1860s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant, ca. 1860s A large aquamarine pendant from the Victorian
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Exclusive Victorian 20kt. yellow gold and enamel necklace
Located in Braintree, GB
Exclusive Victorian 20kt. yellow gold and enamel necklace with pink tourmaline, turquoises and old
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1890s European Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian era enamel miniature portrait pendant with emeralds and garnets
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful Victorian era miniature portrait pendant, featuring a round enamel panel
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Emerald, Garnet, Enamel

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Analyzer) and verified as 15k gold. This Victorian enamel pendant with pearls is supplied with an
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Seed Pearl Enamel and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.1 in W 0.83 in L 18 in
Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian Diamond Pearl Guilloche Enamel 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring 12 old mine cut and
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1880s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Diamond and Enamel Bow Pendant / Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bow Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Beautiful, round Victorian pendant. Features a diamond
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Diamond and Enamel Snake Pendant, circa 1870
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond and enamel snake pendant. Set to centre with a cushion shape old mine diamond in
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1870s Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Enamel, Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Dragonfly Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Dragonfly Necklace 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1870s This stunning pendant is a perfect
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel Pearl Locket Necklace Sterling Silver Star Motif Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture Locket Pendant Necklace in Black Enamel over
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19th Century German Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with enamel and pearl, circa 1860. This exquisite
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1860s British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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

Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
Victorian Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl circa 1860
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W 1.19 in D 0.48 in L 3.15 in
Antique Victorian Sapphire Diamond Pearl and Enamel Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
stunning, fine and impressive Victorian diamond and enamel pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold
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1890s Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Diamond and Blue Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A splendid, fine antique Victorian locket pendant. Made from rich bloomed 18kt gold with a brushed
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19th Century British Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Diamond Enamel Four Leaf Clover Shamrock Flower Pendant Antique, Victorian
Located in New York, NY
A very special Victorian - Edwardian Pendant in the form of a four leaf clover or shamrock in
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 15k Gold Blue Enamel & Pearl Pendant Locket, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stylish Victorian 15K gold antique pendant. (Please note, this
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19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as two matching fob pendants with cartouche-shaped forms centering painted enamel
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1840s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Cabochon Sapphire and Enamel Locket
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
characteristic of late Victorian jewelry. The piece is decorated on the front with a sugar-loaf cabochon sapphire
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1890s Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

English Victorian Silver and Enamel Norths and Hunts Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A Stunning Large English Victorian Pendant with raised lettering, "Norths and Hunts" and two enamel
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1880s British Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Silver, Enamel

Antique Mid Victorian Necklace Enamel Cameo Portrait 14k Yellow Gold Flower
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique mid Victorian cameo necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1860s
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Mid-19th Century American Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Turquoise Enamel Shamrock Pendant in 9ct Gold, circa 1880-1910
Located in Kendal, GB
A pretty antique Victorian pendant from the late 19th Century fashioned in 9ct gold with a domed
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19th Century European Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Turquoise, Gold, Enamel

Goddess Cherub Enamel Pendant Necklace Neoclassical Etruscan Revival 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Enamel 18 Karat Gold Pendant or Brooch with a stunning hand
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19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Butterfly Locket Ruby Pearl Enamel 14 Karat Gold Victorian Insect Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful Victorian locket pendant with a Butterfly and Flowers set with Ruby
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Gold Diamond Pearl Enamel Navette Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
14k yellow gold during the Victorian era. The front of this large navette pendant features an elegant
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1890s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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

Victorian 14K Gold Masonic Royal Arch Pendant with Enamel and Engraving
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold keystone shaped pendant can be attributed to the Royal Arch Masonry Chapter of the
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1890s American Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Rose Cut Diamond & Blue Enamel Pendant, C.1880
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stylish Victorian 18K gold antique pendant. (Please note, this
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19th Century Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Blue Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Locket Flower Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
excellent condition for its age & the bright blue enamel is in perfect condition. The pendant is set with a
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Pendant Blue Enamel Centre Star Set Natural Coral
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Turquoise Pendant 15ct Gold Circa 1860 A Stunning, Victorian Piece. Beautiful
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Coral, Gold, Enamel

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
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1870s Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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

Antique Victorian 2.50ct Diamond Pendant Crescent Moon Enamel 14k Star Celestial
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Victorian diamond crescent moon pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact victorian antique enamel pendant necklace you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, enamel and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. If you’re looking for a victorian antique enamel pendant necklace 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 20th Century. A victorian antique enamel pendant necklace from Estate Jewelry and Tiffany & Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A victorian antique enamel pendant necklace of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 16, is particularly popular. 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 old european cut and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a victorian antique enamel pendant necklace, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Victorian Antique Enamel Pendant Necklace?

Prices for a victorian antique enamel pendant necklace can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $492 and can go as high as $13,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,924.

A Close Look at victorian Jewelry

The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.

Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.

Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.

The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.

Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.

Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — on 1stDibs. 

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 Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.