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Antique Victorian Vulcanite Cross and chain necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive and unusual antique Victorian Vulcanite Cross and chain necklace. The necklace
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Early Victorian Amethyst Maltese Cross Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An early Victorian foiled back amethyst maltese cross pin and pendant suspended from a unique chain
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 14k Gold

Victorian 24.50 Carats Amethyst Pearl 14 Kt Yellow Gold Cross Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a cross pendant comprised of mixed emerald cut amethysts with a diamond shaped amethyst
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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Coral Cross Gold Necklace, Victorian Christian Necklace 18k Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique coral cross gold necklace in yellow gold 18 karat. The necklace and its pendant are
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian Gutta Percha Cross Necklace with Graduated Link Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautifully carved, gutta percha necklace has a wonderful, Victorian Gothic quality. The chain
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Victorian Agate Cross Pendant, circa 1890
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An unusual and beautiful cross in a rather assertive size, measuring 2.25 inches long, by 1.5
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Antique 1890s Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, Yellow Gold

Victorian Agate Cross Pendant, circa 1890
Victorian Agate Cross Pendant, circa 1890
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H 2.25 in W 1.5 in
Victorian Fanciful Tortoise Shell Cross
Located in Stamford, CT
Amazing, think of it, how this tortoise shell cross is carved with circles cut away and even the
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Victorian Fanciful Tortoise Shell Cross
Victorian Fanciful Tortoise Shell Cross
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W 1.5 in L 2 in
Victorian Purple Amethyst Pearl Cross Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Amethyst and pearl Victorian 1890's cross shape pendant necklace. Natural amethyst and natural
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Victorian Antique Sterling Silver Old Cuts Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
single strand matinee diamond necklace. Clasp is 18K White Gold Engraved with "750". Pre-owned in
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Original Gold Blue Paste Cross
Located in Stamford, CT
A Victorian Blue paste cross set in 15 kt gold and made in England c. 1870. The various colors of
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Smoky Quartz Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian smoky quartz and yellow gold cross pendant circa 1880. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P-DJ716B
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Smoky Quartz Gold Cross Pendant
Victorian Smoky Quartz Gold Cross Pendant
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W 2.25 in L 3.5 in
Antique Scottish Victorian Landscape Agate Cross
Located in Stamford, CT
A gorgeous Scottish Victorian Landscape Agate cross shows how the hand of man can enhance a gift of
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Antique 1870s Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 10k Gold

Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold topped Antique Opal Chippings in Cross Shape- Pendant Unknown Maker Era 1890s Smooth
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold

Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
Victorian Opal Chips Glass Cross Pendant
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H 2.37 in W 0.79 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.2 in L 2.37 in
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cross c. 1860
Located in Stamford, CT
Polished to a gloss, this Victorian Whitby Jet Cross is voluptuous in density and detail and smooth
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cross c. 1860
Antique Victorian Whitby Jet Cross c. 1860
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H 2.5 in W 1.63 in
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
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W 2.01 in L 2.72 in
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
An 18ct Cross with Rubies and Diamonds circa 1850 Single row of Calibré cut natural colour rubies
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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
Victorian Ruby Diamond Cross, circa 1850
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W 2.01 in L 2.72 in
Antique 9k gold cross pendant, Victorian, engraved
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique 9ct gold cross pendant. It is a medium sized cross, lightweight and easy to
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian silver pendant, Harp and Cross
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique Victorian era silver pendant really stands out from the crowd. It is a
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Paste Cross Pendant, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, Victorian era paste Cross pendant. A sterling silver cross adorned with rose
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Victorian 0.95 CTW Old Mine Diamond Silver 14 Karat Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm cable link white gold chain suspending a stylized silver-topped cross pendant
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

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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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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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
Antique Victorian Banded agate cross pendant, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique banded agate cross pendant. It is a lovely orange toned agate with both clear
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique French Victorian cross pendant created with natural coral cabochon bead stones. This
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise and 14K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian 14 karat yellow gold cross pendant created with turquoise cabochon stones
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a massive Victorian era cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features natural round
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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Gemolithos Late Victorian Gold and Platinum Cross Pendant
Located in Munich, DE
Late Victorian gold 18k platinum & diamond cross pendant. Length 4,8cm Width 3cm. 18Diamonds approx
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Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Antique Victorian Gold and Seed Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Victorian cross pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold created with a chased ornamental
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Antique Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian diamond cross pendant, circa 1880.
Located in London, GB
Victorian diamond cross pendant. Set with eleven cushion shape old mine diamonds in open back grain
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Demantoid Garnet Pearl Maltese Cross Pendant / Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1880s This magnificent Victorian era pendant / brooch is designed as a large Byzantine
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Antique Victorian Scottish agate cross pendant, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
We love this unusual antique, early Victorian era Scottish agate conversion pendany. Circular in
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gemolithos, Victorian, Early 19th Century Diamond Cross Brooch-Pendant
Located in Munich, DE
Gemolithos, Victorian, early 19th century diamond Cross brooch-pendant, silver and gold, est
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Antique 1840s Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Hand Engraved Pearl Set Cross in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Boston, MA
A victorian period hand engraved cross set with seven round white pearls. Comprised of a pearl set
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

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 Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Gold Plated and Clear Paste Stone Cross Locket
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian gold plated locket, featuring a lovely clear paste stone cross and ornate
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Antique Victorian Faceted French Jet and Silver Cross Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian faceted french jet cross pendant with a silver bail. The cross hangs on a quality
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Victorian Seed Pearl and Imitation Gemstone Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and imitation gemstone, 18k yellow gold cross
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Floral Cross
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Floral Cross. This gorgeous Victorian
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Seed Pearl and 14ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian seed pearl and 14 carat yellow gold, 14 carat rose gold cross
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Cross pendant brooch, Pearl and paste, 9k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A magical antique Victorian era cross pendant brooch. The cross has an engraved front and is
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Split Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A bright blue turquoise and split pearl 14k gold early Victorian cross pendant. This cross is in
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Antique 1850s Unknown Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Red Garnet Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a gorgeous cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features beautiful rose cut red garnets
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Silver and Gold Cross with Marcasites, from the Victorian Era
Located in Esch-Sur-Alzette, LU
This beautiful cross in silver and gold is a rare and very old piece. Handmade, this antique
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Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Marcasite, Pyrite, Gold, Silver

Victorian Amethyst & Natural Pearl Floral Cross Pendant & Chain Double Sided
Located in MIAMI, FL
A truly exceptional Victorian pendant and necklace. The piece is crafted in 14k yellow gold and
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Gilt Silver & Enamel Decorated Openwork Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique cross pendant features an open work stylized floral design decorated with
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Antique 1880s American Victorian Drop Necklaces

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Silver, Enamel

Victorian Turquoise Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Vintage Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a pierced cross form with gothic tracery motif panels of textured gold recesses
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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Silver Agate Intaglio Silver Cross and Chain
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian silver agate cross and chain with flower intaglio. Chain measures 27 inches long, cross
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Chain Necklaces

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Agate, Silver

Superb Victorian Antique Diamond Pearl Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Truly a special piece from the mid-Victorian era, circa 1865. The large and detailed cross is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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

Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Cross Chain Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald White Diamond Medal Sacred Heart Silver Cross Chain Necklace Length: 28 " The Medal is
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2010s American Victorian Chain Necklaces

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White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Bronze

Victorian 5.10 Ct Old Mine Diamonds Rare Religious Cross 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious! Quite impressive rare Victorian Diamond cross dating 1880/90 ca Beautiful designed in a
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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Large Antique Banded Agate and Gold Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A large antique Victorian period agate and gold cross pendant, the polished banded agate crucifix
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Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

RARE VICTORIAN VULCANITE GRAPE CHOKER NECKLACE ca. 1860
Located in New York, NY
This piece is so special and so rare: it dates to the Victorian era, more specifically the 1860s
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Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique 14 Karat Gold Quartz Cross Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
A large piece of Quartz capped in 14K gold. It measures 2.16 in x 1.61 in. A stunning early piece of jewelry. Please be sure to check our storefront for more jewelry as well as our h...
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

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Quartz, 14k Gold

Victorian Antique Pearl And Diamond 18ct Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Circa 1890
Located in London, GB
A Victorian pearl and diamond cross pendant circa 1890. This Latin style cross is set with natural
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Fine Large Antique Victorian 15K Rose Gold Banded Agate Natural Pearl Cross
Located in New York, NY
Elegant cabochon banded agate, natural pearl 15K rose gold large antique English cross 19th Century
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Antique 19th Century English Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary Gold Religious Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary 14k Gold Religious Necklace Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary Gold Religious Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary 14k Gold Religious Necklace Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary Gold Religious Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Rosario White Pearl Crucifix Cross Virgin Mary 14k Gold Religious Necklace Symbols or medals can
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Angel Cross White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker Gold Religious
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Cross White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Choker Gold Religious Spiritual J Dauphin Lenght
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Angel Cross Rosario Spiritual Religious White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Heart Angel Cross Rosario Spiritual Religious White Pearl Tanzanite Necklace Lenght: 16" or 18" 14
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2010s American Victorian Beaded Necklaces

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Pearl, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Cross Necklace For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact victorian cross necklace you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 223 vintage or 3 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a victorian cross 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 21st Century. Finding an appealing victorian cross necklace — no matter the origin — is easy, but Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection, Fabergé and J DAUPHIN each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any victorian cross necklace from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 73 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also old mine cut cut and rose cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a victorian cross necklace, 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 Victorian Cross Necklace?

The price for a victorian cross necklace starts at $175 and tops out at $150,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,175.

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. 

Questions About Victorian Cross Necklace
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A necklace with a cross on it typically means that the person wearing it is a Christian. The cross represents the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and wearing one is traditionally a symbol of religious faith. However, some people wear vintage and antique cross jewelry only as a fashion statement. Find a wide variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A necklace with a cross is simply called a necklace with a cross or a “cross necklace.” This refers to any necklace that features a Christian cross or crucifix (and is considered emblematic of a commitment to Christianity). Shop a range of antique and vintage cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024
    Yes, it is generally okay to wear a necklace with a cross on it. To many people, the cross is a symbol of Christian faith, and they may choose to wear a pendant shaped like one to represent their religious beliefs. However, cross necklaces can also be secular, with some individuals wearing them simply because they like their appearance. Find a variety of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Whether it's good to wear a cross necklace is a matter of personal opinion. However, many people do wear them to symbolize their religious faith because the cross is a symbol of Christianity. Others just find the shape visually appealing. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of cross necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023
    What size cross necklace is best for a man is a matter of personal taste. If you want a subtle look, consider pendants that are 1 inch tall or less and chains that are 18 to 20 inches in length. Larger pendants and longer chains will stand out more. Shop an assortment of cross necklaces on 1stDibs.