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29.75 Carats Gigantic Natural Loose Aquamarine Included Gem For Necklace Jewelry
Located in Peshawar, PK
Shape: Cushion Color: Light Seafoam Treatment: Non / Natural Aquamarine is a mesmerizing gemstone known
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Late 20th Century Pakistani Arts and Crafts Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine

Estate Diamond & Shield Cut Aquamarine Gemstone Pendant
Located in MIAMI, FL
highlight of the pendant is one approximate 8.01 carat aquamarine gemstone cut in a mesmerizing shield shape
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1990s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Shell Pendant with Aquamarine Sapphire and Gemstones with Pink Biwa Pearls
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
on a strand of pink Biwa pearls. Gemstones include Aquamarine and Sapphires all natural set around
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20th Century Unknown Artisan Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

18.27 Carat Aquamarine and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 18.27 carat aquamarine and contemporary platinum pendant
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1940s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Platinum

Vintage 18.27 Carat Aquamarine and Platinum Pendant
18.27 Carat Aquamarine and Platinum Pendant
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H 0.38 in W 0.54 in L 18 in
GIA Certified Natural Aquamarine Pendant Necklace
Located in Webster, NY
# 6214780487 Gemstone: Aquamarine Gemstone Carat Weight: 36.65 x 27.87 x 13.94mm Marked/Tested: "585" "Italy
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20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold

Multi Gemstone Purse Charm or Pendant
Located in Solvang, CA
Vintage multi gemstone purse charm or pendant, dated 1948. This heavy 14 karat yellow gold charm or
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1940s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9.60ct Aquamarine, 0.28ct Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant; part of our aquamarine jewellery collections. This stunning, fine and impressive antique 1930s
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1930s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage GIA 18.95ct Aquamarine Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
An ocean Blue Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14K White Gold. Natural GIA certified as
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1960s Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold

Vintage 1982 3.50Ct Aquamarine Diamond Pearl Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
collet set shield faceted aquamarines. The aquamarine pendant is accented with nine transitional modern
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1980s English Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Antique Aquamarine Diamond Pearl and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
impressive pearl and aquamarine pendant is supplied with an independent diamond and gemstone grading report
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large 23.66 carat aquamarine and 18 karat yellow gold pendant
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
Vintage 23.66 Carat Aquamarine and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant
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H 3.36 in W 0.95 in L 1.54 in
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Located in Newton, MA
This exquisite art deo statement piece of jewelry is offered by Alex & Co. This pendant showcases a
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
Art Deco 60ct Aquamarine and Diamond Platinum Pendant
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W 0.89 in D 0.51 in L 1.16 in
Estate 17.50 Ct. Aquamarine Natural Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
– beautiful Sky Blue colour with a lovely aqua phenomena to it typical of this appealing gemstone Aquamarine
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Antique 3.96Ct Aquamarine and 9k White Gold Pendant Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant; part of our diverse antique aquamarine jewellery collection. This fine and impressive antique
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1930s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, White Gold

Vintage 33.2 Carat Aquamarine 3.59 Carat Diamond and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pendant crafted in platinum; part of our diverse vintage aquamarine jewelry collections. This stunning
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 11.31 Carat Aquamarine and Yellow Gold Pendant, Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fineness mark - 585. This aquamarine pendant in yellow gold is supplied with an independent gemstone
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22.32 Carat Aquamarine 7.62 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
and impressive, large gold aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The quatrefoil
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow & White Gold, 1930s Aquamarine Diamond Cluster Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1930s This exquisite pendant necklace is
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1980s 1.10 Carat Oval Cut Aquamarine Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.10 carat aquamarine and 0.92 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant
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1980s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 42.88 Carat Aquamarine 0.10 Carat Diamond and 9k White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
magnificent, fine and impressive antique aquamarine pendant has been crafted in 9k white gold. The pierced
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1930s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Gold

Aesthetic Art Deco pendant aquamarine in 14k rose gold/ White gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Prepare to be enchanted by a truly dreamlike piece of jewelry – a magnificent aquamarine pendant
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, White Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage 0.80 Carat Aquamarine and 1.55 Carat Diamond White Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
aquamarine cross pendant has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer
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1980s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arthur King Convertible Pendant Brooch Ruby Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold Feeform
By Arthur King
Located in Austin, TX
A unique convertible pendant/ brooch with carved ruby, aquamarine, peridot, and pearl and diamonds
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Late 20th Century American Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Contemporary Large Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 72.06 Ctw In Aquamarine & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A large pendant with Aquamarine. Beautiful contemporary oversized pendant crafted in solid yellow
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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

Seaman Schepps Shell Pendant with Aquamarine and Pearls in 18 Karat White Gold
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Lucerne, CH
nature, incorporating organic elements and vibrant gemstones into his pieces. This pendant by Seaman
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20th Century North American Artist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Paris Necklace in 18K Gold
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
necklace is worn. It is also characterized by fine clarity. The vivid aquamarine gemstone floats on top of
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Modernist 1970's Gold, Silver, & Gemstone Necklace/Brooch by Resia Schore
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gemstones Comprising a large pendant and a mixed metals gold and silver hand-built chain link necklace. The
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Blue Green Boulder Opal, Aquamarine and Diamond Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
mm x 9.5 mm. To add to the uniqueness of the necklace are 2 pear shaped aquamarine stones and a round
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Diamond, Aquamarine, Opal, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Venetian Revival 18K Gold Amazonite and Carnelian Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
Beautiful large 18 karat gold Venetian Revival style lantern pendant. The pendant is set with four
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Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Amazonite, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Brazil Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 14.77 Cts In Spinel & Diamonds
By H. Stern
Located in Miami, FL
A chained necklace pendant designed by H. Stern. Modernist classic necklace-pendant, created in
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1970s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Spinel, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Björn Weckström & Bernd Munsteiner Lapponia, 14 Karat Gold Citrine Necklace Rare
By Björn Weckström for Lapponia
Located in Orimattila, FI
″ Height (pendant): 2,1 cm /0.8″ Width (pendant): 1,4 cm / 0.5″ Stamped with: 585 (14 carat gold) I8 (1986
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1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Citrine, Gold

Heavy 14k Gold & Multi-Gemstone Treasure Chest Charm or Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
to the interior. Gemstone Measurements: 2 white aquamarines: ca. 2mm diameter 2 blue topaz: ca. 2mm
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20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold

Heavy 14k Gold & Multi-Gemstone Treasure Chest Charm or Pendant
Heavy 14k Gold & Multi-Gemstone Treasure Chest Charm or Pendant
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H 0.95 in W 1.07 in D 0.75 in
1980s GIA Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Dangle Drop Pendant Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
These vintage 1980s Drop Aquamarine earrings from the Retro era are crafted in solid 18k gold
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1980s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1950s 6.05 Carat Aquamarine and Yellow Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1950s 6.05 carat aquamarine and 18 karat yellow gold pendant / brooch; part
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Gold GIA 53.58ctw Heart Aquamarine Enhancer Pendant & Turquoise Rope Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
statement pendant necklace. Comes with the original GIA certification for the aquamarine. Excellent
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1970s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Turquoise, 18k Gold

14k Gold Diamond & Gemstone Baroque Pearl Artist Painters Pallet Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This magnificent, handmade, vintage brooch or pendant is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. It
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1970s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Pearl, Ruby, ...

Aquamarine Beads And Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
plain Aquamarine Round Drop Pendant measuring 17x33 mm.. In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Onyx, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Baroque Pearl Aquamarine Necklace 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
of a kind! The necklace is made with all genuine gemstones: baroque pearls, aquamarines, solid gold
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Late 20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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

Mid Century Pear Cut 4.25 Carat Aquamarine & Diamond Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
karat white gold throughout, this exquisite ring pairs with a matching aquamarine pendant, please refer
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20th Century Modernist Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Aquamarine Diamond Onyx Mauboussin Earrings Necklace Bracelet Suite
By Mauboussin
Located in Dallas, TX
pieces are worn. They are also characterized by very fine clarity. Vivid aquamarine gemstones float on
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Late 20th Century French Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.03 Carat Natural Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Cocktail Ring featuring a 5.03 Carat, Natural Aquamarine and 0.23 Carats of Diamond
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

1.51 Carat Natural Santa-Maria Aquamarine and Diamond Ring set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A beautiful Ring featuring a 1.51 Carat, Natural Santa Maria Aquamarine and 0.15 Carats of Diamond
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Dog Pin Gold Gemstones 14k Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gemstones forced jewelers to use semi-precious stones: citrine, aquamarine, amethyst. Pave technique allowed
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1980s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Vintage Gripoix Mughal Brooch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
brooch, giving you the option to wear it as a pendant. From Fall 1993 Collection. Size – 8cm x 5.5cm
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1990s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Multi-gemstone

Chanel Vintage Gripoix Mughal Brooch
Chanel Vintage Gripoix Mughal Brooch
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W 2.17 in L 3.15 in
15.32 Carat Natural Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring set in 18K Gold & Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
one of the few gemstones that occur in only one color: an olive-green which is induced by the chemical
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20th Century Japanese Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Peridot, Diamond, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Blue Sapphire NO HEAT Diamond 18K Tahitian Pearl Vintage Earrings 3.96 CTS
Located in Sylvania, GA
GEMSTONES AND DIAMONDS WERE MEASURED AND GRADED WHILE MOUNTED IN THE SETTING AS ACCURATELY AS WAS POSSIBLE
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Diamond, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Large Floral Santagostino Gemstone and Diamond 18 Karat Pendant Necklace
Located in Pikesville, MD
artistic jewelry which can hold up to twenty different types of faceted and carved gemstones. This
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1980s Italian Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Quartz, Ruby, Tourmaline, Sapphire, Am...

Large Aquamarine Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed gemstone necklace, crafted in 18 karat white gold. Faceted pear cut aquamarine
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine 18K Yellow Gold Pendant / Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One aquamarine 18K yellow gold pendant / necklace featuring one oval sugarloaf cabochon aqua
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1970s Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This estate 1970's aquamarine pendant with diamond profiles and integrated chain is crafted
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1960s Unknown Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Platinum Large Briolette Aquamarine Diamond Chain Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A serene, pastel blue briolette-cut (double-sided) Aquamarine weighing approximately 40 carats on a
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Aquamarine and Diamond Set Pendant with Chain
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 14k, American. This sleek pendant features a beautiful 16.9 carat aquamarine that is
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1960s American Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Briolette Cut Multi-Gemstone Necklace 18 Karat Gold Aquamarine
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Gemstones’ Cut: Briolette Attached Pendant: 17/32" (12.9mm) tall (from extended bails), 11/16" (16.8mm
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s 6.04 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 6.04 carat aquamarine and 0.04 carat diamond, 14 karat yellow gold pendant
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1970s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
GAI Certified Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant- This lovely pendant
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20th Century Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aquamarine and Diamond Daisy Pendant, circa 1950s
Located in London, GB
In the centre of this pendant is a beautiful aquamarine which is a wonderful pale blue. It is claw
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

1960s Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 1960's aquamarine pendant with diamond profiles and integrated chain is crafted in 18
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1960s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

1950s 31.47 Carat Aquamarine and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 31.47 carat aquamarine and 14 karat yellow gold pendant and
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1950s Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant and Chain
By H. Stern
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by H. Stern, Brazil. This pendant by H Stern features a beautiful 8.0 carat
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1990s Brazilian Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gemstone Treasure Chest Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Large 18 Karat Jeweled Treasure Chest with Pink Sapphires, Aquamarines and Amethysts c
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone

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Amethyst, Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage aquamarine pendant gemstone you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage aquamarine pendant gemstone may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 20th Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage aquamarine pendant gemstone over the years, but those made by Burle Marx, Cartier and Estate Jewelry are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and pear cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage aquamarine pendant gemstone, 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 Vintage Aquamarine Pendant Gemstone?

On average, a vintage aquamarine pendant gemstone at 1stDibs sells for $3,990, while they’re typically $650 on the low end and $48,900 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.