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Vintage Jade and Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Jade and Diamonds Pendant Necklace 18k Gold. Impressive design through the entire piece
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Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Diamond Buddha Pendant 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Jade, diamonds, and black onyx. The carved Buddha measures 1-5/16". Forthy white and fiery diamonds are
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jadeite Jade and Diamond Circular Pendant in 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning natural Jade pendant set in a 14k solid yellow gold oriental style pendant. Micro pave set
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Early 2000s Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

Vintage Jade Sapphire Black Nephrite and Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Featuring a Stunning Vintage Hand Carved Jade Disc, enhanced by Diamonds
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Antique Mid-19th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Oval Cabochon Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our stunning Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant, crafted in 14K
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pearl Necklace with Jade and Diamond Clasp
Located in London, GB
Length: 21" inches Pearls: 59 (9.5mm - 6.5mm) Jade Dimensions: 4mm Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.02ct
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Carved Green Jadeite Jade, Diamond and Pearl Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage Carved Green Jadeite Jade Diamond and Pearl Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold. Large rectangular
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Georg Hornemann Carved Jadeite Jade Black Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Georg Hornemann
Located in Montclair, NJ
This incredible statement piece by Georg Hornemann is set with a large jadeite jade stone that is
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Diamond, Jade, White Gold

Imperial Jade Pendant with Diamonds Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
imperial jade; the elongated free-form cabochons of glassy green jade dangle freely, as do the diamonds
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2010s Singaporean Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Platinum

Lavender Jade Pendant Amethyst Diamond Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Enhancer Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage lavender jade, amethyst & diamonds pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Purple Carved Tourmaline, Jade, Diamond Pendant, 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Here is a nice vintage piece! The natural purple carved tourmaline is a nice saturated color. We
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1990s Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, White Diamond, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamonds, Sapphire, Jade Elephants Pendant, 18kt Yellow Gold, circa 1950
Located in London, GB
• Weight: 2ct approximately Others: 28 diamonds (tcw: 0.50ct approximately) Jadeite jade Comments: This
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Vintage 1950s Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Natural UNTREATED GIA Omphacite "Imperial" Color Jade and Diamonds 18KY Pendant
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Omphacite Jade 18K Pendant of "Imperial" Color with Diamonds, circa 1980. A very fine
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Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold GIA Jade w/ Carved Natural Coral Fish & Diamond Large Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at a jumbo size vintage pendant that is crafted from solid 14k yellow gold
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Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our stunning Vintage Carved Natural Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant Necklace, crafted
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Yellow Gold

Vintage Pendant with Organic Motifs in 18kt Gold with 23.06cts in Jade Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage pendant with green Jade. Handsome pendant, crafted in 18 karats yellow gold and suited
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Vintage 1960s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Large Round Jade and Diamond Cat Lovers Pendant in 18k White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
jade Gemstones: black, white and yellow diamonds Pendant Shape: Round Weight: 39.5 Grams Pendant
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Jade Pendant Red Jadeite Lock & Key Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
gold. The 20" vintage 14K gold snake chain is included. The pendant is new. Red jade is almost always
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Diamond Sapphire Yellow Gold Crown Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's Jade, sapphire and diamond crown pendant necklace. The 18k yellow gold Crown has a
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unique Large Round Jade, Diamond, Emerald & Moonstone Panda Pendant in 18k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
This unique one-of-a-kind pendant features 1.51 carats of black diamonds and 0.78 carats of white
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Tsavorite, Jade, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Green Jade Pendant Amethyst Baroque Pearls Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
which hangs a Vintage Green Burma Jade depicting floreal and lotus motives. In 1978 our workshop started
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1990s Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Jade, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jadeite & Diamond Platinum Pendant On A Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
Vintage Jadeite & Diamond Platinum Pendant On A Gold Chain Hand carved pendant, in a platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold

Indian 14K Gold Jade Emerald Bead Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
39.25 grams. Vintage and Modern Jewelry Wares and Accessories For Collectors. Jade Emerald & Diamond
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold

Jadeite Ruby Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
vintage style pendant. The jadeite is a beautiful emerald green and it is expertly carved (probably China
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Jadeite Ruby Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant
Jadeite Ruby Akoya Pearl Diamond Pendant
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W 0.63 in L 2.25 in
Enid Kaplan Gold Sterling Silver Jade Agate Moonstone Isis Amulet Necklace
By Enid Kaplan
Located in Palm Springs, CA
, agate, jade with an aura of 14k gold square wire. Pendant measures 6" x 1.75" x .5" and suspends from
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1990s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Jade, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Copper, Gold

Tahitian Pearl Fob with 18K Gold & Diamond Bezel Topped by Sterling Swan Thimble
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
yellow gold bezel burnished with pale brown diamonds. Topping the bezel is a vintage sterling silver
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Go...

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Antique Moroccan 'Casablanca' Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, Jade, Turquoise, Diamonds, Rubies, Rose cut Diamonds, and Sapphires
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21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Black Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, Ru...

Oval Cabochon Jade and Bow Detail Pave Diamond Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Intricately designed jade and diamond pendant with a gorgeous bow and filigree design. The sizeable
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. 1970 by Elsa Peretti Chain Necklace in 18kt Gold with Carved Nephrit
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Rare nephrite heart necklace by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. An unusual vintage
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Eostre Jadeite and Diamond 18K White Gold Convertible Ring Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
colourless icy jadeite is surrounded by diamond and forms a vintage cluster design. The jadeite can be
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2010s Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Eostre Jadeite and Diamond 18K White Gold Convertible Ring Pendant
Located in Melbourne, AU
Green Colour Jadeite Jade, and Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold It consists of a Type A Natural Oval
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2010s Australian Contemporary Cluster Rings

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin 14 Karat Gold Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
, vintage, antique and ancient jewelry components. Necklace has 15 unique pieces, featuring green Jade
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Turquoi...

Clarissa Bronfman Artemis ii Emerald Gold Diamond Malachite Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Silver, Diamonds, Enamel, Ivory, Ebony, Malachite, Jade, Bone, Ruby. *****Please take note that all
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Charm Bracelets

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Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Malachite, Ruby, Enamel, Gold, 14k Gold, ...

Clarissa Bronfman Agate Moonstone Polki Diamond Necklace & Garnet Amethyst Cross
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
opens and closes allowing for removal/change of pendant - jade beads - crystal beads - polki and pave
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Agate, Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Opal, Sterling Silver

Mid-Century Jadeite Jade Gold Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Bellevue, WA
This retro-vintage handmade jadeite jade brooch pin pendant features an oval cabochon cut piece of
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Mid-20th Century Retro Brooches

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Jadeite Jade Gold Brooch Pin Pendant
Mid-Century Jadeite Jade Gold Brooch Pin Pendant
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H 1.75 in W 1.58 in D 0.32 in
Vintage Designer Pendant Diamonds and Malachite 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
Materials: 14K yellow gold, diamonds, jade
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Early 2000s Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, Yellow Gold

GIA Vintage Cabochon Mottled Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant
Located in Honolulu, HI
GIA Vintage Cabochon Mottled Green Translucent Jadeite Jade and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Jade and 5.86 Carat Diamond White Gold Pendant, Circa 1950
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive, large vintage carved nephrite jade and 5.86 carat diamond, 18
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Vintage 1950s French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Carved Jade Button Pendant Necklace with Diamond Stations White Gold
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A vintage carved jade button pendant Old Chinese natural apple jade carvings necklace pendant Hand
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Jade Button Pendant Necklace with Diamond Stations White Gold
Vintage Carved Jade Button Pendant Necklace with Diamond Stations White Gold
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H 18 in W 0.7 in D 0.2 in Dm 0.7 in L 18 in
Vintage Jade & Diamonds Butterfly 14kt Gold Enhancer Pendant or Pin, circa 1970
Located in Miami, FL
natural earth mined diamonds weighing 0.30 carat total. Butterfly is an enhancer pendant or brooch
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold

1980s 4.05 Carat Nephrite Jade and Diamond Yellow and White Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
vintage jade pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with an 18k white gold setting. The pendant is
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Limited Edition Buccellati Pendant Pink Gold with Lila Jade and Diamonds Opera
By Buccellati
Located in Amsterdam, NL
vintage style, this beautiful Buccellati Opera color pendant necklace features a shimmering lavender jade
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold

David Webb 1960s Jade Tiger's Eye Onyx Diamond 18 Karat Gold Platinum Pendant
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A unique talisman pendant from iconic designer David Webb. This vintage 1960's pendant features
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Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Lavender Jade Diamond Necklace Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 18" Chain Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed lavender jade & diamond necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa
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Late 20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Vintage "A Jade" & 2.75 ct Diamond Necklace, 22 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Vintage GIA Certified Vintage A Jade & 2.75 ct Diamond Necklace in 22 Karat Yellow Gold GIA Report
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Jade Diamond Necklace 14k Yellow Gold 17.5" Chain Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and elegant vintage Art Deco era jade & diamond necklace (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Australian Jade/ Chrysoprase Necklace
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Australian Jade/ Chrysoprase Necklace This stunning
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold

Fine Mellerio Paris Jadeite Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
By Mellerio Paris
Located in Banbury, GB
, untreated jadeite disc. It is a unique fine pendant that you shouldn’t let it go. STONES Jadeite: 19mm in
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Vintage 1950s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage David Webb 18k Gold Plat Tiger's Eye Jade Black Onyx and Diamond Pendant
By David Webb
Located in Addison, TX
Vintage David Webb Authentic 18k Yellow Gold and Platinum Pendant with Tiger's Eye, Jade, Black
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20th Century American Art Deco More Jewelry

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Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Platinum

Clarissa Bronfman Emerald, Diamond, Silver, Gold 'Divina' Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
charms. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Divina Symbol Tree Necklace includes emeralds, diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Diamond, Emerald, Jade, 14k Gold, Silver

David Webb French Jade Gold and Diamond Brooch Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Aesthetically pleasing and executed in rich 18K yellow gold, this 1960s vintage brooch highlights a
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20th Century American Modern Brooches

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Diamond, Jade, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold

Clarissa Bronfman "A Star Is Born" Diamond Aquamarine Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, 14kgold, gold plate, diamonds, enamel, peridot, lapis lazuli, opal, jade, pearl, and chalcedony.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Natura...

Clarissa Bronfman Signature Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, sapphire, jade, bone, diamond, enamel, ebony, yellow diamond, 14k gold, silver, and gold plate.
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Jade Pendant Studded with Diamonds Strung in a Chain with Pearls and 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful jade pendant studded with diamonds strung in a chain of pearl beads. The pearls are
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Early 2000s Indian Art Deco Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Signature "Helios" Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
, emerald, malachite, diamond, chalcedony, tourmaline, jade, diamond, 14k gold, 925 sterling silver, 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Tourmaline, Malachite, Emerald, Diamond, Crystal, Chalcedony, Aqua...

Tiffany & Co. 1978 Elsa Peretti Nephrite Carved Jug Jar Bottle 18kt Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
A jug jar necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2021) for Tiffany & Co. Very rare vintage piece
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. GIA Certified Jadeite Jade Diamond Gold Wreath Brooch Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co 18k yellow gold wreath brooch with un-dyed natural Jadeite Jade and full cut
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Mid-20th Century Brooches

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb, Vintage Carved Jade and Gold Necklace by David Webb
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
detachable, carved jade pendant with diamond accents set in platinum, that can be also worn as a brooch
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Late 20th Century American Artist Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold

Multi-Gemstone, Vintage Pendant and Ancient Coin Bohemian Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
One-of-a-kind, Bohemian statement necklace features a variety of gemstones, vintage estate jewelry
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2010s American Contemporary Link Necklaces

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Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Jade, Multi-gemstone...

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Vintage Jade And Diamond Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage jade and diamond pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and 14k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 61 vintage editions and 26 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage jade and diamond pendant may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing vintage jade and diamond pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Clarissa Bronfman, David Webb and Vicki Orr each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and mixed cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage jade and diamond pendant, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Jade And Diamond Pendant?

On average, a vintage jade and diamond pendant at 1stDibs sells for $4,450, while they’re typically $280 on the low end and $150,000 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.