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Coral, 18K Yellow Gold, Onyx, and Diamond Buddha Pendant by Larry Jewelry
By Larry Jewelry
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Jewelry, a fixture in Hong Kong since the 1960's. This intriguing pendant measures a full 2 1/4 inches in
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Mid-20th Century Hong Kong Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Opal Diamond and Sapphire Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Opal, Diamond and Sapphire Pendant Necklace suspended
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Sapphire, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Vintage
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Vintage This beautiful estate necklace is finely crafted
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 1.57 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 1.57 TDW This amazing vintage necklace is finely crafted
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum 14K Gold Chain SPARK
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Pendant Necklace Platinum 14K Gold Chain SPARK This beautiful pendant is finely crafted in
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Fish Necklace Pendant 14K Gold 2.44 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This one of a kind estate necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace Onyx 14K Gold This amazing Art Deco circa 1920s pendant is
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Black Opal and Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Platinum Pendant Necklace set with a securely nestled
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Platinum

Beautiful Diamond Gold Drop Pendant and Pearl Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
necklace measures approx. 16" long. The Diamond pendant is accompanied by a complimentary strand of
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1980s Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Laughing Buddha Crystal and Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Fabulous! Hand crafted Natural White Crystal Laughing Buddha Pendant, set in 14k white gold
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Crystal, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Sweet Sixteen Pendant Necklace, Yellow Gold, Peridot and Pearl Large Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
fine jewelry piece to wear? This Sweet Sixteen charm pendant has a pearl and three genuine peridot
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1960s American Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Pearl, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Fish Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold 2.04 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This one of a kind estate necklace is finely crafted in solid 14K White Gold. The fish in the
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Blue Topaz Pendant Enhancer Necklace 14K White Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Blue Topaz Pendant Enhancer Necklace 14K White Gold This large and spectacular estate
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Pink Opal Beads and Pendant Amethyst Pearls Quartz Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classy Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Round Drop Shape Pink Opal,Amethyst
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Onyx, Opal, Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sterling Silver Unique Cross Pendant Necklace / Christian Jewelry
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Pendant Necklace—a testament to both timeless craftsmanship and spiritual devotion. The delicate yet
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Sterling Silver

Citrine Quartz Amethyst Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Huge
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Citrine Quartz Amethyst Peridot Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Gold Huge This very different
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

21.20 Carat Kunzite and Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Kunzite and Diamond Drop Necklace, centering a securely set Oval Kunzite, weighing approx
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Late 20th Century Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Kunzite, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Frances and Michael Higgins American Modernist Glass Pendant Necklace
By Michael and Frances Higgins
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 1960s handmade glass pendant made by Frances and Micheal Higgins of Riverside, Illinois
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Brass

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Cartier hanging Panthere pendant with a 18k gold Cartier chain necklace. A sleek and
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1980s French Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Silver, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hammerman Brothers Elephant Pendant Necklace Diamond 14k Gold Vintage Jewelry
By Hammerman Brothers
Located in Torrance, CA
the body. The 15" figaro necklace is a later addition to the pendant (and is not Hammerman Bros
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Sepkus Colored Diamond Pendant Necklace Estate 18k Yellow Gold Jewelry
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Torrance, CA
diamonds and 2 small white diamonds are set into the pendant. The pendant comes with a 17 1/2 inch necklace
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Emerald and Diamond Pendant Necklace A necklace adorned with round-cut diamonds and a pear-shaped
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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 Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
This necklace is an aquamarine dream. The necklace features a gorgeous pendant that is set with
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20th Century Unknown Romantic Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace
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W 0.67 in L 1.23 in
HOBE c.1960's Gold Diamond Crystal Tassels Pendant Rope Chain Necklace Signed
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage c.1960's Hobe crystal geometric statement pendant with gold-tone chain tassels and rope
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1960s Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

Southwestern Sterling Inlay Pendant and Earrings Jewelry Set
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous inlaid jewelry set is sterling silver. It features turquoise, mother of pearl, coral
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1990s Unknown Native American Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Crescent Moon Diamond Pendant Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Necklace Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
versatile piece can be worn as a pendant on a chain (as shown) or as a brooch. The necklace (later addition
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Sapphire Sterling Silver Gold Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Stylish and finely detailed Ethiopian Opal and Gemstone Sapphire Pendant Necklace in flattering
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1980s Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Opal, Sapphire, Gold, Sterling Silver

4.05 carat Diamond Dangle Pendant Necklace & Earrings 14k Gold Jewelry Set
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
configurations with milgrain detailing Total Diamond Weight (Pendant & Necklace): Approximately 4.05 Carats
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20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Diamond Initial Pendant Necklace SHJ 14k White Gold Script Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage initial pendant crafted in 14k white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Green Jade Pendant Amethyst Baroque Pearls Quartz Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Plain Amethyst spheres of 16 mm
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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

70s Freeform Mexican Fire Opal Necklace Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Orange Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
of cracks or chips. Size & Measurements: The necklace measures 19.5 inches in length. The pendant
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Fire Opal, Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Emerald Sapphire Pendant Drop Gold Jewellery Set
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage Emerald Sapphire Pendant Necklace Drop Earrings Jewellery Set, Gold
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Gold Plate, Enamel

Jade Drop Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Crystal, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Rock Crystal Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Faceted Quartz, Black Onyx 16 mm
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Burma Jade Pendant Baroque Pearls Quartz Black Onyx Ruby Emerald Gold Necklaces
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic Necklace composed of big size Baroque Pearls, Green Burma Jade 10 mm spheres
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1990s Thai Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Quartz, Ruby, Pearl, Onyx, Jade, Emerald, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Diamond Heart Necklace Estate 18 Karat Gold Invisible Set Pendant Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
invisibly set princess cut diamonds. The necklace is great worn alone or layered with your fine jewelry from
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

A delicate emerald and clear paste pendant necklace, Christian Dior, 1970s
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A charming and delicate drop necklace made by Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior in the 1970s. A
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1970s German Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Base Metal

Art Deco Diamond Open Circle Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful Art Deco Diamond Pendant Necklace featuring an Open Circle with a Bow on top. Hand set
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond

Antique Aquamarine and Tourmaline Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderful antique pendant necklace. The pendant has been crafted from 9ct yellow
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Amethyst and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming amethyst and diamond necklace. A sizeable oval shaped cabochon amethyst
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Amethyst and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Vintage Amethyst and Diamond Pendant Necklace
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W 0.04 in L 16.01 in
Ornate Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Dallas, TX
Ornate pendant necklace featuring an oval 3.04ct sapphire and 1.37ctw of diamonds. Set in 18K white
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1980s Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Frances Michael Higgins American Modernist Glass Pendant Necklace
By Michael and Frances Higgins
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 1960s handmade green glass pendant necklace created by Frances and Michael Higgins of
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Brass

Vintage Frances Michael Higgins American Modernist Glass Pendant Necklace
By Michael and Frances Higgins
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 1960s handmade pale green glass pendant necklace made by Frances and Michael Higgins of
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Brass

Diamond Australian Opal Pendant Teardrop Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
measures 1.5" long without bale. The bale will fit the necklace of your choice up to 7mm wide. The pendant
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faberge Egg Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold Lilac Purple Fine Jewelry Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed estate Faberge lilac egg pendant & necklace crafted in 18 karat rose
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Fernand Demaret Opal and 18ct Pendant, Modernist Artist & Designers Jewellery
By Fernand Demaret
Located in Bruxelles, BE
An abstract pendant, 18ct gold, large opal (small rond diamond brillant cut) by Fernand Demaret , a
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1960s Belgian Modernist Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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18k Gold

Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Diamond and Jade Pendant Necklace A pendant necklace featuring a center diamond wreath
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold, Platinum

Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Pendant Necklace A South Sea pearl strand necklace featuring a pendant set with marquise
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20th Century Unknown Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Pearl Pendant Necklace
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L 19 in
18k Gold Capricorn Pendant Astrology Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A graceful 18k gold Capricorn pendant made of 18k gold, featuring ruby.
This vintage pendant is
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1970s Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Adam and Eve Pendant Necklace
Located in San Antonio, TX
Artist made gold pendant necklace depicting Adam, Eve, a Snake, and a Apple.Set with diamonds and
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond and Ruby Adam and Eve Pendant Necklace
Diamond and Ruby Adam and Eve Pendant Necklace
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H 0.82 in Dm 1.38 in L 27 in
18k WG and Diamond Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Aspen, CO
This 18k white pendant necklace is truly a work of art. The piece is comprised of a heavy rope
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1990s Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

Platinum and Diamond Quatrefoil Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful platinum necklace features a quatrefoil shaped pendant full of sparkling diamonds. A
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1990s Unknown Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Platinum

White Gold and Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Feminine 18 Karat White Gold Slide Pendant Necklace with Heart Accents Featuring 83 Round Diamonds
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Late 20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Claude Gilli, Artist Jewellery, Silver Pendant
Located in Bruxelles, BE
Large silver pendant depicting four pouring paint pots. Created around 1970' ; Marked : Gilli
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1970s French Contemporary Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Silver

Claude Gilli, Artist Jewellery, Silver Pendant
Claude Gilli, Artist Jewellery, Silver Pendant
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H 6.3 in W 4.73 in
Platinum Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace #13742
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant Necklace JAGi Certified- This stunning
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Ruby and Pearl Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a charming ruby and pearl necklace. This vintage piece has been crafted from 9ct
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Estate Turquoise and Diamond Ballerina Pendant Necklace
Located in Denver, CO
This retro pendant necklace features a large oval turquoise encircled by a halo of approximately
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

14 Karat Omega and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
14KT YELLOW GOLD "OMEGA" AND DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE diamonds weighing approximately .94 carats
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20th Century Vintage Jewelry Necklaces and Pendants

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Diamond

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Vintage Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of vintage jewelry necklaces and pendants for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 4671 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. 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 21st Century. Modern and Retro are consistently popular styles when it comes to vintage jewelry necklaces and pendants. Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier and Chanel each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Browse our collection of 1813 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for round cut vintage jewelry necklaces and pendants and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and brilliant cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage jewelry necklaces and pendants, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Jewelry Necklaces And Pendants?

Prices for vintage jewelry necklaces and pendants start at $55 and top out at $323,400 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,816.

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.