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Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Rare Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian Romanticism Exquisite Victorian period large and outstanding pendant part of the
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Antique Mid-19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1860s pearl and 21 karat yellow gold pendant with an 18
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Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Antique Victorian Natural Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 0.44 in W 1.48 in L 16 in
Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large natural pearl and 12 karat rose gold pendant; part of our
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant
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H 0.36 in W 2.09 in L 3.7 in
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Victorian natural pearl and 0.94 carat diamond, 9 karat
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Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 1.67 in W 1.73 in L 16.5 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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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian Amethyst & Natural Pearl Floral Cross Pendant & Chain Double Sided
Located in MIAMI, FL
showcases natural amethyst gemstones and natural pearl gemstones. The pendant shows details throughout as
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Angelic Love This outstanding Victorian period brooch pendant is 1880 ca Exquisitely hand crafted
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Victorian Black Onyx Natural Pearl Diamond 18 Kt Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Memories Keeper Superb Victorian period 1880 ca, large carved Onyx locket pendant with scroll open
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Late 20th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Amethyst Natural Freshwater Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original handmade Victorian pendant. 7.75 carat center round amethyst with 3 antique round cut
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Freshwater Pearl, Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl 4.60 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brooch Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
An unique Victorian Diamond Pendant brooch, specially made at the time to be an understated large
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Opal Old Mine Diamond Natural Pearl Pendant Brooch Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A STUNNING AND RARE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN FIRE OPAL, OLD MINE CUT DIAMOND AND NATURAL PEARL
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Rare 4.90 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding antique Victorian era pendant is 1870 ca Artful hand crafted in the glorious
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Antique 1870s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original 1880's Victorian pendant with bow and wreath design pendant set with 43 natural untreated
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Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Victorian Natural Burma Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Pendant, 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
An important Victorian pendant with a ruby, diamond and a pearl, 1880s. The big centre stone is a
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Natural Seed Pearl and Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
carats and accented with natural seed pearls radiating out in a flower design. The pendant is suspended
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Sunflower Necklace
Located in London, GB
-layered antique pendant has been formed into the shape of a sunflower with a semi-round natural pearl at
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Natural White Pearl and Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
-Victorian pendant features fifty natural white pearls arrayed over a domed circle with an intricate open
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Rose Gold

Victorian Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Located in London, GB
Victorian Pendant/Brooch in 15 carat yellow gold with rubies, pearls and diamonds in a starburst
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Antique 1850s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 15k Gol...

Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
Ruby, Pearl, Diamond Victorian Pendant, circa 1850
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W 1.23 in D 0.32 in Dm 1.23 in L 1.42 in
Victorian Natural Fine Seed Pearl Pendant in Yellow Gold in a Sun Star Fashion
Located in Berkeley, CA
Dozens of fine natural pearls dance around this celestial pendant looking like it's from the stars
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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Sapphire Diamond and Pearl Pendant
Located in London, GB
set old cut diamonds and is finished with an arch of graduating natural round pearls atop and a
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have an antique pendant from the Victorian era. This charming piece has been crafted into
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming pearl pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a lovely pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from 15ct
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian 33.00 Ct Natural Amethyst Micro Pearl 18 Kt Silver Large Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
pearls, pendant is bordered with fine pierce work on the reserve and fantastic Greek key work decoration
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Antique 1860s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Natural Cabochon Garnet Pearl Vintage Victorian Style Oval Pendant in 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Encased within a vintage Victorian-style yellow gold frame, this distinctive pendant showcases a
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
matched round natural pearls in a floral formation. This lovely pendant is then suspended from a modern
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Antique Mid-19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have an excellently crafted 15ct yellow gold pearl set pendant necklace. This antique
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond and Pearl Lavalier Pendant
Located in Montgomery, AL
diamonds set in floral motif settings. The pendant features a natural pearl in the center. This pendant
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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Victorian natural pearl and enamel locket, English, circa 1870.
Located in London, GB
Victorian natural pearl and enamel locket. Set to centre with a natural half pearl in a closed back
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Antique 1870s English Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
necklace. Set with pretty, natural seed pearls & fabulous gold work. The pendant is suspended from a
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Pearl Harp Pendant
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H 1.03 in W 0.58 in
Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian Turquoise, Natural Pearl, and Enamel Lily of the Valley Locket Victorian turquoise and
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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
This magnificent pearl and diamond pendant dates back to the Victorian era. A natural 6mm pearl
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous pearl and diamond pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond

Diamond Pearl Tassel Victorian Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Handmade turn of the century 1900’s diamond and pearl pendant necklace. Pierced top with wagon
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Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Victorian Antique Porcelain Seed-Pearl Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
natural seed pearls which halo the piece. Made in 14k yellow gold. Pendant Length: 1.1 inches
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Antique Early 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Diamond and Natural Pearl Pendant Silver on Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
H/I-vs/si quality. The pendant is further decorated with one golden and one white natural pearl
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Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian Pearl Diamond and Green Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
features green enamelled leaves and natural pearls which play the role of the fruit. The pendant is also
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Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Boxed Victorian era gold pearl miniature portrait pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
dress. The pendant is made during the 19th century, the Victorian era and it is very probably an English
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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Antique 18K gold blue sapphire natural pearl flowers locket pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a beautiful 18K gold, Victorian-era locket pendant, which features a lovely bouquet of
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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a delightful pearl and diamond set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique 18ct Gold Victorian Pearl & Diamond Crescent Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
pendant. Set with pretty, natural pearls & twinkling, natural diamonds. Measures approx height 27mm
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k 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

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Turquoise & Pearl Knot Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Knot Pendant 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Pretty, Victorian gold pendant. Beautifully
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold

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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Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Natural Peridot Pearl Vintage Victorian Style Filigree Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
: 2 Weight: 1.45 Carat (approx.) ACCENT STONE(S) Stone: Natural Fresh Water Pearl Color: White Shape
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 19.30 Ct. Madeira Citrine Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Find This authentic Victorian period pendant is 1880 ca. Very pretty and distinctive from the
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Antique 1880s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Located in Kendal, GB
: Diamonds (Largest approx. 0.10ct – 1.5ct total), Natural Pearls (Largest 4 x 4mm) AGE: Victorian. (Circa
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Antique Early 1900s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Pendant 1.5ct Of Diamond
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H 1.38 in W 1.38 in D 0.32 in
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

Victorian 2.60 CT Ceylon Natural Sapphire Pearl Russian Locket
Located in Napoli, IT
pearls 3.8/4 mm. Making the petals of the flower and rare Natural NO HEAT Ceylon Sapphire of 2.60 CT (8.3
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Antique 1870s Russian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, 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

Antique Natural Pearl 1.42 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant, circa 1880
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Victorian natural pearl and 1.42 Carat diamond, 12 karat yellow
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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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

Guiliano Rock Crystal Enamel Natural Pearl Locket Pendant c.1870
By Carlo Giuliano
Located in Stamford, CT
This rock crystal natural pearl and delicate enamel locket is a rare piece of jewelry history made
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Antique 1870s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Large Mourning Belt Locket 18 KT Natural Split Pearl
Located in Napoli, IT
throughout with engravings and details along the belt further enhanced with natural split pearls for special
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Antique 1890s European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a beautiful pearl set pendant necklace. This antique pendant has been crafted from
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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Two Colour Gold Victorian Pearl Swallow Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
conversion from a brooch to pendant. Set with pretty, natural seed pearls through his rose gold wings. His
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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
A beautiful little antique Victorian pendant/ brooch depicting a leafy, 18ct gold wreath
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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold

Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
Antique Victorian Pearl Diamond Pendant Brooch in 18 Carat Gold
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H 1.34 in W 0.87 in D 0.32 in
Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch, circa 1890
Located in Goettingen, DE
Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold and Silver Pendant Brooch circa 1890 Magnificent, antique heart
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Antique Late 19th Century German Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

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Victorian Natural Pearl Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact victorian natural pearl pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 864 antique edition and 9 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect victorian natural pearl pendant among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. A victorian natural pearl pendant from Carlo Giuliano, Tiffany & Co. and Wedgwood — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a victorian natural pearl pendant featuring pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and rose cut versions for sale. Most of our victorian natural pearl pendant for sale are for women, but there are 222 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Victorian Natural Pearl Pendant?

On average, a victorian natural pearl pendant at 1stDibs sells for $2,848, while they’re typically $50 on the low end and $279,814 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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