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Chanel Pearl Necklace with Cross Pendant
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Necklace made of pearly fancy pearls and a cross pendant in gold metal
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1980s French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal

Platinum Sapphire Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This sapphire diamond cross pendant necklace is crafted in platinum. An oval-cut sapphire is
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Platinum Sapphire Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Platinum Sapphire Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
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H 31.5 in W 2.09 in L 3.31 in
Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Golden Metal Cross Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal chain necklace holding a golden metal pendant brooch with
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1990s French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal

Vintage Chanel Golden Metal Cross Pendant Necklace
Chanel Golden Metal Cross Pendant Necklace
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H 4.73 in L 34.65 in
Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Fantastic cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace- This sparkling cross pendant features
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace- This lovely cross pendant features 29
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace Featuring 24 Round Brilliant and Baguette Cut Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boodles 2.80 Carat Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a platinum diamond cross pendant from the luxury jewellery designer Boodles. The cross
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Gilded Filigree Cross Pendant Statement Necklace By Jose & Maria Barrera, 1990s
By Jose and Maria Barrera
Located in McKinney, TX
link chain - Pendant measures 5" x 3" - Hook clasp - By Barrera (signed on pendant verso and clasp
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1990s American Modern Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
: United States SIZE: 1 1/2" x 1/2"; Chain 18" Diamonds, Platinum, Crosses, Pendants, Necklaces Family
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1980s American Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant
Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant
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H 1.5 in W 0.5 in L 18 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR Vintage Jewelled Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN DIOR vintage silver tone snake chain necklace featuring a cross embellished with
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20th Century French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Christian Lacroix Vintage Jewelled Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage pendant necklace featuring a beautiful cross made of olive shaped woven
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20th Century French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Ruby and Diamond Gold and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely Detailed Ruby and Diamond Cross, Hand set with Rubies, approx. 4.30tcw and
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Custom Made Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1960's 18k yellow gold custom made cross and chain. The cross is made of two separate pieces with
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace- This sparkling cross pendant
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow/White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
By Esemco
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow/White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace- This sparkling cross pendant
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace #14889
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This sparkling cross pendant necklace features 11 rouns brilliant cut diamond set in classic 14K
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Green Agate, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Agate, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Turquoise, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Mercedes Robirosa Oversized Gilt Metal and Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
By Mercedes Robirosa
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Mercedes Robirosa Paris couture pendant necklace features an oversized gilt metal all
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1980s French Modern Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

Amethyst, Topaz, Diamond, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 kt rose gold and
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace #15893
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace This gorgeous 14K gold cross pendant
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mined Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Communion
Located in Dearborn, MI
Mined Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Yellow Gold Featuring a Genuine Natural Mined Single Cut
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1990s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.42 Carats Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 karat
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Sterling Silver 14K Citrine Oxidized Cross Pendant Necklace
By BJC
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling Silver 14K Citrine Oxidized Cross Pendant Necklace This is a lovely sterling silver and
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Citrine, Sterling Silver

Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant #16321
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant This gorgeous platinum cross pendant is decorated with
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant #16321
Platinum and Diamond Cross Pendant #16321
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W 0.52 in L 0.73 in
14K Yellow Gold Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace #14819
Located in Washington Depot, CT
This gorgeous 14K gold chain necklace features a beautiful cross pendant decorated with 25
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20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multicolor Sapphires, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Gorgeous pendant necklace in 9 karat rose gold and silver
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

0.42 Carats Diamonds, White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 9 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Amazing cross pendant necklace in 9 karat white gold
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1960s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Small and simple cross shape pendant necklace realized in
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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage 1994 Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage 1994 chain necklace featuring a gold tone enameled cross pendant with
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20th Century French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Enamel, Gilt Metal

GIANFRANCO FERRE Vintage Massive Caravaca Cross Pendant Necklace
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Nice, FR
GIANFRANCO FERRE vintage bronze tone chunky chain necklace featuring a massive Caravaca cross
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20th Century Italian Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Diamonds Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Fantastic 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cross pendant
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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

Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Retrò cross pendant in 14 kt rose gold and silver structure
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage Sterling Silver Unique Cross Pendant Necklace / Christian Jewelry
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Sterling Silver Unique Cross Pendant Necklace is a fusion of faith and fashion that stands the test of time.
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Sterling Silver

1970s Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
ornamented with four 4.12mm cultured black pearls. This pearl cross pendant necklace is suspended from a
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1970s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
1970s Pearl and Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
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W 1.42 in L 18 in
Diamonds Aquamarine Cross 9 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Amazing 9 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cross pendant
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Italian Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Fabulous vintage coral cross pendant and necklace crafted in 18 karat yellow gold ( the baile of
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds Turquoise 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver cross pendant necklace
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Handcraft Cross 14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold and 800 karat silver pendant necklace. Handmade by
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 14k Gold

Handcraft Cross 9 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 9 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver pendant necklace. Handmade
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 9k Gold

Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 0.15 carat ruby and 0.85 carat diamond, 18 karat white gold 'cross' pendant
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1990s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cross Pendant
Ruby and Diamond White Gold Cross Pendant
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H 1.18 in W 0.63 in L 18 in
CHRISTIAN LACROIX Vintage Massive Gold Tone Cross Pendant Necklace
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage massive textured gold tone openwork cross pendant necklace. The cross
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20th Century French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver Pendant Cross Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sterling silver pendant necklace. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. In sterling
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20th Century Modern Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Sterling Silver

Jean Louis Scherrer Paris Gilded Metal and Black Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
By Jean-Louis Scherrer
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jean Louis Scherrer Paris designed this lovely, typical 1980s-period pendant necklace. The piece
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1980s French Modernist Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gilt Metal, Enamel

Diamond and Silver Anubis Knotted Cross Pendant
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Diamond and silver cross pendant. Featuring knotted anubis style design with a total of 82 small
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Mid-20th Century American Egyptian Revival Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Silver

Navajo Turquoise and Sterling Silver Cross Pendant
By Navajo
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Small Native American Navajo Indian sterling silver and turquoise cross pendant. Featuring thick 3
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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Gold Toned Cross Multi Colour Cabochon and Rhinestone Pendant Gold Link Necklace
Located in Sheung Wan, HK
- Vintage 80s gold toned setting cross with multi colour cabochons and rhinestones pendant gold
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1980s Unknown Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

Cross Pendant In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Cross Pendant In Yellow Gold Introducing our exquisite Gold Fashion Pendant, intricately crafted
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cross Pendant In Yellow Gold
Cross Pendant In Yellow Gold
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H 0.9 in L 1.6 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
Elevate your style with the exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
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1990s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K White Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K White Gold Small Cross Pendant Necklace is a delicate and
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1990s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k Gold Textured Cross Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Feel confident and powerful in this 14k gold necklace enhancer! This necklace pendant is incredibly
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1980s Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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14k Gold

14k Gold Textured Cross Pendant
14k Gold Textured Cross Pendant
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L 1.5 in
Tiffany & Co. Jazz Bezel Set Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bellmore, NY
The Tiffany & Co. Jazz Bezel Set Diamond Platinum Cross Pendant Necklace is a stunning and graceful
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Late 20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, Platinum

Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Beautiful pendant necklace in 9 karat rose gold and silver
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

CHANEL 1996 Necklace Gripoix CC Cross Pendant W/Link Chain
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
CHANEL 1996 Necklace Gripoix CC Cross Pendant W/Link Chain This is an exceptional rare unique
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1990s French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Gold Plate

CHANEL 1996 Necklace Gripoix CC Cross Pendant W/Link Chain
CHANEL 1996 Necklace Gripoix CC Cross Pendant W/Link Chain
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H 3.15 in W 2.37 in L 28.75 in
14K White Gold Chain and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Chain and Diamond Cross Pendant Elevate your style with this exquisite 14k white
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Massive Jewelled Medieval Cross Pendant Necklace
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Nice, FR
inspired cross pendant embellished with citrine color resin cabochons and crystals. Slips on (no clasp
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20th Century French Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

1930s Antique Diamond and White Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.72 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cross pendant; part of our
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1930s Unknown Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1930s Antique Diamond and White Gold Cross Pendant
1930s Antique Diamond and White Gold Cross Pendant
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H 0.74 in W 0.79 in L 16 in
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Vintage Cross Pendant Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of vintage cross pendant necklaces and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 20th Century. The designs in our inventory of vintage cross pendant necklaces and pendants bearing Modern or Retro hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Tiffany & Co. and Van Cleef & Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 131 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage cross pendant necklaces and pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of vintage cross pendant 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 Cross Pendant Necklaces And Pendants?

On average, vintage cross pendant necklaces and pendants at 1stDibs sell for $1,295, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $150,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.