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Art Deco Sterling Silver, Carnelian and Marquisette Necklace
Located in North Miami, FL
This lovely art deco vintage carnelian, sterling silver and marquisette necklace lays beautifully
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1930s American Art Deco Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Victorian 1845 Carnelian Hardstone Yellow Gold Cameo Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Original handmade Victorian carnelian carved cameo brooch pendant with natural patina and delicate
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Late 20th Century Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

90s Tiffany & Co Heart Necklace Onyx Carnelian Drop Vintage Sterling Silver
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
1990s). The necklace features a reversible cabochon cut onyx and carnelian heart shaped pendant drop
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Onyx, Carnelian, Sterling Silver

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 Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Amazonite, Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Fob Pendant #15725
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Fob Pendant- This elegant fob pendant is crafted in
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20th Century Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Carnelian Buddha Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage buddha charm pendant made of carnelian and set in a 14 karat gold frame. The color of
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Late 20th Century European Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Carnelian Buddha Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Carnelian Buddha Pendant
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W 0.75 in L 0.91 in
Vintage Italian cameo, baroque pearls, carved carnelian, one of a kind necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Vintage Italian cameo pendant on a string of baroque pearls,carved, vintage,carnelian,melon beads
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Vintage 14K Gold Carnelian Crystal Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gold pendant is set with two beautiful hexagon pointed carnelian crystals. The translucent and
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Mid-20th Century European Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Watch Fob/Seal Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Watch Fob/Seal Pendant- This elegant watch fob is crafted in
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20th Century Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant. The pendant features four organic shaped
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1980s American Retro Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Aquamarine, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
Yellow Gold Carnelian Aquamarine Cross Pendant
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H 2.8 in W 2.5 in D 0.5 in
Carnelian, Diamonds and 14 Karat White Gold Retro Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Vintage Pendant featuring a big carnelian ring with
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Large 18K Gold Vintage Gondola Fob or Charm on 24" Schorl & Carnelian Necklace
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
, beaded trim on the boat's perimeter, and two tiny carnelian bead ornaments at the boat's stern and aft
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

1980's Ben Amun Faux Carnelian Tribal Statement Necklace, Signed
By Ben Amun
Located in McKinney, TX
This incredible vintage Ben Amun statement necklace was designed and created in the 1980s and is
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

Jose & Maria Barrera Square Cross Cabochon Cornelian Turquoise Tassel Necklace
By Jose and Maria Barrera
Located in Sausalito, CA
necklace that features natural carnelian, turquoise and mother-of-pearl by designer Jose & Maria Barrera
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20th Century American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Turquoise, Gold Plate

Carnelian Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver Israel Pendant/Pin #16084
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Carnelian gold vermeil sterling silver pendant/pin from Israel. A large kidney bean shaped
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20th Century Israeli Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

1960s Carnelian Pagoda 18 Karats Yellow Gold Pendant Charm
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karats yellow gold. In the shape of openwork pagoda, this lovely pendant holds a
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1960s French Retro Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Spinning Globe Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a spinning carnelian globe on a stand
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20th Century French Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Spinning Globe Charm Pendant
French 18K Yellow Gold Carnelian Spinning Globe Charm Pendant
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W 0.6 in D 0.36 in L 0.87 in
Handmade Gold Necklace with Carnelian Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
a round carnelian pendant with a finely carved profile of an ancient Roman man. The carnelian disc
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1960s Artisan Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 18k Gold

EMILIA CASTILLO c.1980s/90s Sterling Silver Natural Stone Cross Pendant Necklace
By Emilia Castillo
Located in Thiensville, WI
EMILIA CASTILLO c.1980's-1990's Sterling Silver Natural Stone Cross Pendant Necklace VTG Brand
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1980s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Amazonite, Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

1970's Carnelian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Aries Zodiac Intaglio Vintage Pendant
By Zodiac
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a round disk-shaped form centering a 20.0 mm round tablet of carnelian Translucent
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1970s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers 70’s Sterling Silver Modern Gem encrusted pendant crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Unique Vintage 70’s Modern Sterling Silver Pendant Necklace. This
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Pauline Rader Jewelry Set Pendant Necklace, Clamper Bracelet + Ring Vintage 70s
By Pauline Rader
Located in Port Saint Lucie, FL
Vintage Pauline Rader 3pc jewelry set: oversized Carnelian & Gold Metal Pendant necklace with gold
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1970s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

Vintage carved wooden Chinese beads, Bakelite, soapstone barrels, OOAK necklace.
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
One of a kind, handmade,outstanding necklace is on offer from Lorraine’s Bijoux.It is comprised of
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Vintage Circa 1980s Carnelian & Onyx Cabochon Spinner & Chain 9 Carat Rose Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
carved into 9 carat rose gold. The Callie Pendant Gem Details The carnelian cabochon is an orange red
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

LB offers a handmade, one of a kind, Southwest style, sterling, necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a stunning, handmade, one of a kind, Sterling Silver and Bakelite pendant necklace. The
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Mid-20th Century American Native American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Agate, Carnelian, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 1930s Sterling Silver Rock Crystal Agate Earrings and Necklace Set
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Lovely Art Deco c.1930s solid Sterling Silver, Rock Crystal and Carnelian Agate earrings and
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1930s British Art Deco Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Agate, Rock Crystal, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage Adrian Mann London Egyptian Revival Necklace 1970s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A dramatic Vintage Adrian Mann Egyptian Revival Necklace. A huge pectoral necklace inspired by the
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1970s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

1970s Silver Native American Strong Red Carnelian Stone Pendent
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the 1970s Silver Native American Strong Red Carnelian Stone Pendant—a timeless piece
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1970s Mexican Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Silver

Yves Saint Laurent Bakelite Necklace Earrings Set Limited Edition YSL, 1970s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Boca Raton, FL
additions, this YSL necklace and earring set is a rare collector’s item from the designer’s peak era in the
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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Mixed Metal

Trianon 3 Strand Carnelian & Rock Crystal Bead Necklace & Cameo 14k Gold Pendant
By Trianon
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an absolutely magnificent estate carnelian and rock crystal bead 3 strand necklace
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1970s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Etruscan Revival Multi Stone 14K Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An attractive Etruscan Revival 14 karat gold cannetille charm pendant. This pendant is decorated
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Mid-20th Century European Etruscan Revival Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Agate, Carnelian, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Sputnik Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a sputnik set with cabochon quartz gems
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20th Century French Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Onyx, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Aventurine, Gold...

14 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Sputnik Charm Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Sputnik Charm Pendant
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W 0.71 in D 0.71 in L 0.83 in
Matte Gold and Carnelian Pate de Verre Necklace, Varga
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Matte Gold and Carnelian Pate de Verre Necklace by Varga from the 1990's. Matte Gold
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1990s American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 9 Carat Gold Sputnik Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This pendant is modelled in 9 carat gold and is set with carnelian and jadeite. Each stone measures
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1960s British Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Gold

Christian Dior Chunky Stone Necklace Vintage
By Christian Dior
Located in Wallkill, NY
Silver-Tone Dior Necklace Faux tigers eye, malachite, Lapis and more are prong-set in a silver-tone
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1960s French Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite

Couture 1930s ChanelRousseletStyle GlassGold FauxCarnelianPearl Torsade Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
. The tightly silk-strung necklace is woven into single-bead stripes between red faux-carnelian and
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, Sterling Silver

One of a kind , carved, vintage, carnelian Chinese pendant with Bakelite beads
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
, Chinese, carnelian pendant. Vintage Bakelite beads make up the strand from which it hangs..Small brass
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Etruscan Revival Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Brass

Huge Accessocraft Ethnic Inspired Pendant
By Accessocraft
Located in New York, NY
piece with glass cabochons replicating green onyx, carnelian, tigers eye and onyx. The gilded pendant
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1970s American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 9K Gold Ornate Carnelian Fob Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This lovely fob charm pendant is made of 9 karat gold and it carries a plate of dark red carnelian
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Late 20th Century British Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Engagement Ring Box Bracelet Pendant Charm
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
wedding. Can easily be worn on a necklace as a pendant or attached to charm bracelet Total weight: 11.5
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Engagement Ring Box Bracelet Pendant Charm
Vintage 14k Yellow Engagement Ring Box Bracelet Pendant Charm
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H 0.35 in W 0.64 in L 0.88 in
1950s Robert Barre Carnelian Emerald Jewelry Suite
Located in New York, NY
comprised of a double strand bracelet, graduated bead necklace, pendant ear clips, and a 3-dimensional
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1950s American Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Emerald, 18k Gold

Tiger Eye Carved Pendant Necklace-Sterling, Carnelian, Tiger Eye Beads
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pendant Necklace. Artistically strung on precious beads of open work Sterling, Tiger Eye, and Carnelian
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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Revival Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver

Tiger Eye Pendant Gemstone Sterling Necklace-Sterling, Carnelian, Tiger Eye Beads
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
, and Fauna Pendant Necklace. Artistically strung on precious beads of open work Sterling, Tiger Eye
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Mid-20th Century Egyptian Revival Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver

Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Baroque Carnelian Cabochon Wood Pendant Necklace
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage DOMINIQUE AURIENTIS Baroque Carnelian Cabochon Wood Pendant Necklace Measurements: Height
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20th Century French Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

Mid Century Danish Silver Carnelian Pendant by Niels Erik From
By Niels Erik From
Located in Hove, GB
Vintage Mid Century Danish Sterling Silver and Carnelian Pendant by Niels Erik From. Some age
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Shell pendant with 14ct Yellow Gold beads and Natural Carnelian beads Necklace
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Vintage 14ct Yellow Gold beads with alternating Natural Carnelian beaded Necklace featuring Shell
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1960s Unknown Modernist Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

Vintage Carnelian and Gold Beads with Shell Shaped Carnelian Pendant
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Carnelian Shell pendant is a great end to a perfect statement piece. Necklace drop including shell pendant
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1960s Unknown Artisan Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 14k Gold

Georg Jensen Carnelian Sterling Silver Pendant No. 158
By Georg Jensen
Located in San Francisco, CA
Georg Jensen Pendant No. 158 With Carnelian. A very rare piece. Large deep colored carnelian
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1940s Danish Art Nouveau Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Sterling Silver

Georg Jensen Carnelian Sterling Silver Pendant No. 158
Georg Jensen Carnelian Sterling Silver Pendant No. 158
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H 2 in W 1.5 in L 30 in
Tony Duquette 1999 Talisman Bib Necklace in Box - Ammonite and Shells
By Tony Duquette
Located in Toronto, ON
carnelian and pyrite set in 24 kt. gold plated sterling silver." Necklace measures 19.5" and 5.5" long
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1990s American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Garnet

Accessocraft Byzantine Collar
Located in Litchfield County, CT
carnelian and onyx. From a series of Etruscan style necklace made by the brand. Pendant, 7 1/2"L x 2 5/8"W.
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1970s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

Accessocraft Byzantine Collar
Accessocraft Byzantine Collar
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W 2.63 in L 16 in
Bulgari Carnelian Intaglio and Cabochon Sapphire Yellow Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful vintage Bulgari necklace featuring a carved carnelian intaglio suspended from an 18
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Late 20th Century Italian Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Ancient Carnelian Intaglio and Diamond Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Bulgari 18 karat yellow gold curb link chain necklace suspending an ancient intaglio
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1970s Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carnelian, Tigers Eye and Carved Hematite Swivel Fob Necklace in Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
This beautiful 9ct Gold spinning swivel fob has three sides. On one side there is a red carnelian
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1980s British Victorian Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Hematite, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Watch Fob/Seal Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Carnelian Watch Fob/Seal Pendant- This elegant watch fob pendant is
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20th Century Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Yellow Gold

Onyx Carnelian and Bloodstone Cabochon Spinner Pendant in 9 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Pendant Gem Details The three sided spinner holds an oval onyx, an oval carnelian and an oval bloodstone
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20th Century Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Onyx, 9k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Gold and Carnelian Pocket Watch Fob Seal Pendant For You I Live
Located in St Helens, GB
A Victorian period solid 9 carat rose gold gold pendant, fob, seal. Stylish yet simple design
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20th Century British Victorian Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

Onyx Carnelian and Bloodstone Fob Chain Spinner Pendant in 9 Carat Rose Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
of bloodstone, carnelian, and onyx gemstones mounted in a unique spinning pendant. We have named this
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20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

4.10 Carat Sapphire Diamond White Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This is one of favorite pieces of Luigi Ferrara: his Owl Pendant. As you can see from our Brand
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Rock Crystal, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...

Turquoise Carnelian Large Charm Vintage 14 Karat Gold Fine Pendant Gemstone
Located in Torrance, CA
). 5 pieces of carnelian measures 9mm x 7mm (estimated at 2 carats each - 10 carats total estimated
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Carnelian, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Carnelian Hamsa Pendant by Aldo Cipullo
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in San Antonio, TX
18k gold and carved Carnelian Hamsa pendant. Signed A. CIPULLO.
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1970s American Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces and Pendants

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Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage carnelian necklace necklaces and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Modern and Victorian are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage carnelian necklace necklaces and pendants. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Bulgari, Georges Braque and Georg Jensen are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for oval cut vintage carnelian necklace necklaces and pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage carnelian necklace necklaces and pendants for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Vintage Carnelian Necklace Necklaces And Pendants?

Prices for vintage carnelian necklace necklaces and pendants start at $129 and top out at $36,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $695.

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.