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Modernist Lapis Pendant
Located in San Antonio, TX
A unique 18k gold modernist pendant set with a lapis cabochon.
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1960s American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Modernist Lapis Pendant
Modernist Lapis Pendant
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W 1.38 in L 2.25 in
Lapis Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Little Diamond
By Micheletto Olivo
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Lapis pendant 18kt yellow gold and white little diamond STAMP 750 10 MI
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Mid-20th Century Italian Vintage Lapis Pendant

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White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Lapis Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Little Diamond
Lapis Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold and White Little Diamond
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W 0.79 in D 0.32 in L 1.19 in
GIA Certified Lapis Yellow Gold Carved Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural untreated carved lapis pendant in a handmade 14k yellow gold pendant necklace. 16 inch 14k
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Etruscan Revival 14k Gold GIA Carved Oval Blue Lapis Pendant or Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an antique pendant or brooch that was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold during the
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20th Century Victorian Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Located in Litchfield, CT
the mid-Victorian period. Fabricated in 18k yellow gold with lapis cabochons for a pop of color, this
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1960s American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Anchor Pendant with Lapis
Anchor Pendant with Lapis
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W 1.25 in L 2.38 in
Lapis Lazuli Pendant, Sterling Silver, Cabochon Pendant, Blue Stone
Located in McLeansville, NC
This beautiful lapis lazuli cabochon pendant is made of sterling silver and set with a stunning
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1970s Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Capricorn Zodiac Diamond Lapis Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Big, beautiful and unique Capricorn pendant/charm: large oval lapis, with vivid coloring and fine
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1960s Unknown Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Capricorn Zodiac Diamond Lapis Gold Pendant
Capricorn Zodiac Diamond Lapis Gold Pendant
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W 1.33 in L 1.63 in
Astrological Sagittarius 18k Gold Lapis & Ruby Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18K gold, lapis lazuli, and cabochon rubies, it offers a harmonious blend of materials. The pendant
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1970s French Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold

Sterling Opal Intarsia Pendant by Kaufmann Lapis
Located in Big Bend, WI
Sterling large opal Intarsia pendant. The gemstone is made with lapis inlaid with opal, malachite
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1990s Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Opal, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Blue Lapis, 18K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Charming 18K yellow gold pendant necklace adorned with lapis
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1950s Italian Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s Cross Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Oversized Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Cross Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Oversized Pendant. Circa 1970.
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1970s Italian Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1970s Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant-Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 1970s Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pendant-Necklace Elizabeth Taylor Style An
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1970s French Modern Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Large Teardrop Lapis Lazuli Beaded Pendant, Sterling Silver, Length 2.25
Located in McLeansville, NC
This vintage large teardrop Lapis Lazuli pendant will make a striking statement. The pendant is
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1990s Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Estate 14K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Heavy Lapis Cross Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
finished off in natural long lapis Cabochons. Makers mark is visible on the back. Dimensions/Weight
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1960s Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Large Scale 18K Lapis Lazuli Pendant with Mayan Totem Motif
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful and fanciful Totem pendant was crafted from an enormous slab of Lapis-Lazuli with
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

1960s Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bead Stars Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
lapis lazuli bead studded with small gold stars. A large yellow gold ring forms the setting. Pendant
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1960s French Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lapis Lazuli 18k Yellow Gold Crossover Heart Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This stunning vintage necklace features a blue heart-shaped pendant crafted in lapis lazuli
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1990s Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

5 CT Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace
Located in Westport, CT
An extraordinary 18K yellow gold diamond pendant necklace. Mounted on a rectangular silver base
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20th Century Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Bow Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Bow Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels. With 20 diamond VVS1
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20th Century French Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

French Lapis Lazuli & Textured Gold Floral Link Chain & Pendant Necklace 1970s
Located in New York, NY
karat textured gold encased lapis buttons, with floral links chain and a lapis lazuli pendant with
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large French 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Rose Quartz Lapis Buddha Pendant
Located in London, GB
in prayer on a cabochon of lapis lazuli, set with rubies to the pendant bail and chest. Stamped with
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20th Century French Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers an antique Moroccan, enamel pendant with lapis /silver beads necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a handmade; one of a kind, stunning tribal necklace. I purchased this pendant in Morocco
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Artisan Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Sterling Deco pendant Venetian beads Lapis Crystal necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite, filigree pendant that is
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Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Marcasite, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Sterling Silver Lapis Amethyst Malachite Multi Gem Stone Face Pendant
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a large Hand Crafted Multi-Gemstone Pendant set in sterling silver. There is a large
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1980s American Native American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Amethyst, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Quartz, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver

Vintage 18k Lapis Lazuli Diamond Pendant Brooch Pin Brutalist Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Greer, SC
Exquisite vintage 18k lapis lazuli convertible pendant / brooch, adorned with dazzling diamonds
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modernist Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent Lapis Lazuli Semi Precious Floral Pendant Necklace c 1990s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in University City, MO
Yves Saint Laurent Lapis lazuli semi-precious floral pendant necklace c 1990s The stylish necklace
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1990s Unknown Modern Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Enamel, Stainless Steel

Vintage Chinese Silver Lapis Lazuli Necklace Double Dragon Pendant Multi-wear
Located in Richmond, CA
dragon Lapis pendant, measuring 5.2 x 5.4 cm. The double dragon motif is a symbol of power, strength, and
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20th Century Chinese Artisan Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Retro Gold Beetle Pendant Natural Lapis Lazuli and 0.25 Carat Diamond Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Beetle Pendant set with Natural Lapis Lazuli and 14 round brilliant diamonds
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1950s Unknown Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis, Jade, Opal, and Ruby Asian Style Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14k yellow gold Gemstones: lapis, jade, opal, and ruby
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Late 20th Century Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Round-cab Turquoise and Lapis with Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Round-Cab Turquoise (1 pcs) 0.87 carat, Free Size Lapis (1pc) 19.54 carat
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20th Century Chinese Art Deco Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Green Agate, Lapis, Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
pendant, a drop lapis. The chain in 14 kt white gold is included. This pendant was totally handmade by
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Handcraft Pink Coral 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Lapis Lazuli Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
natural pink coral,lapis lazuli and diamonds Pendant necklace total weight 41.30 grams Diamonds weight
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1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Egyptian Enamel Pendant Isis Large Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Lapis Diamond Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed large Egyptian pendant, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Lapis lazuli measures
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow ...

Vintage 90's Sagittarius Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Vintage 90's Sagittarius Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Vintage 90's Virgo Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Vintage 90's Virgo Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold. This
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Vintage 90's Aries Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Vintage 90's Aries Blue Lapis Diamond Necklace Pendant in 20K Yellow Gold. This
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Swiss Lapis Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a Swiss lapis (dyed blue agate) cabochon to
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20th Century French Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Swiss Lapis Charm Pendant
18 Karat Yellow Gold Swiss Lapis Charm Pendant
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W 0.75 in D 0.75 in L 0.83 in
La Triomphe Tear Drop Lapis and Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat Gold Pendant
By La Triomphe
Located in New York, NY
1970. It features a teardrop lapis circumscribed by textured 18k yellow gold resembling tendrils of
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1970s French Modern Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

LB offers a vintage style Brass and Resin pendant with Murano glass and Lapis
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
LB offers a handmade, one of a kind, Vintage style Brass and Resin pendant necklace. A stunning
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Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Agate, Brass

Christian Dior Lapis Diamond Bow Pendant Yellow Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bow Pendant Necklace by Christian Dior. With 12x round brilliant cut
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1990s French Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Whitney Kelly WK Sterling Blue Denim Lapis Cross Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Whitney Kelly WK Sterling Blue Denim Lapis Cross Pendant This is a large denim lapis stone cross
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20th Century Chinese Vintage Lapis Pendant

Livio Bevilacqua 1967 Op Art Geometric Pendant Necklace in 18Kt Gold and Lapis
Located in Miami, FL
) element, carved from natural blue lapis lazuli. Attached from the back with two screws. Weight: 50.35
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1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Signed Southwestern 14K Yellow Gold, Turquoise, Lapis, & Diamond Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Southwestern Native American style pendant. In 14 karat yellow gold & set with a carved
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20th Century Unknown Native American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Leafy Sprig Pendant with Citrines in Yellow Gold on Lapis Bead Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This large and sexy pendant was a brooch that's been sitting in the safe since dinosaurs roamed the
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This Cleopatra Amulet Pendant features 1 Hand Carved piece of Natural Lapis Lazuli, secured in a
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1970s Unknown Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
14 Karat Carved Lapis Cleopatra Amulet
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W 1.25 in L 2 in
Turquoise, Lapis, White Stones, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS ,ONGOING PROMOTIONS AND ITEMS ON SALES. Amazing pendant necklace in 18 kt white gold
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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Lapis Navy Rectangle Cabochon Pendant Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
'Chr.Dior (C) '. Length: 32 cm. Extend chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 2.2*2.0 cm. Weight: 39 g. _ _ _ Great for
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1980s German Art Deco Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s Lapis Navy Cabochon Pendant Chunky Mesh Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s Lapis Navy Cabochon Pendant Chunky Mesh Necklace, Gold Tone Very
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Gold Plate

Tiny Zuni Sterling Silver and Lapis Cross
By Zuni
Located in Coeur d Alene, ID
Tiny Native American Zuni Indian lapis and sterling silver cross pendant. This delicate pendant
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Late 20th Century American Native American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Tiny Zuni Sterling Silver and Lapis Cross
Tiny Zuni Sterling Silver and Lapis Cross
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W 0.75 in L 1 in
18 Karat Gold Lapis Lazuli Duck Pin Brooch
Located in Wallkill, NY
A duck in motion, with a lapis lazuli stone as it's body. This is precious! 18K gold. Measuring
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1960s Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Chinese Sterling Lapis Figural Enamel Necklace Circa 1930s
Located in University City, MO
designs By adding the pendant into the strand of Lapis rope of beads transforms into a spectacular one
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1930s Chinese Artisan Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Navy Lapis Cabochon Rectangle Pendant Gold Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Length: 32 cm. Extend chain: 6 cm. Pendant: 2.2*2.0 cm. Weight: 39 g
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1980s German Art Nouveau Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Gold Plate

Sterling Silver Mexico Lapis Lazuli Boomerang Link Necklace #16496
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver boomerang link and lapis lazuli necklace by Taxco, Mexico artisan. Beautiful
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20th Century Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Chunky Double Layer Lapis Bow Pendant Choker Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
chain: 3 cm. Pendant: 6.5*3 cm. Weight: 158 g. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear. Come with velvet pouch
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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Gold Plate

ALDO CIPULLO 18k Yellow Gold & Lapis Pisces Zodiac Pendant Circa 1970s Vintage
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Aldo Cipullo 18k Yellow Gold & Lapis Pisces Pendant Zodiac Circa 1970s Vintage Here is your chance
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1970s American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Yellow Gold

Victorian Gold Fob Lapis
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
CIRCA: 1950’s MATERIALS: 14k Gold GEMSTONE: Lapis WEIGHT: 21.3 grams MEASUREMENTS: 5 1/4" x 3/4
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1950s Unknown Victorian Vintage Lapis Pendant

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18k Gold

Victorian Gold Fob Lapis
Victorian Gold Fob Lapis
W 0.75 in L 5.25 in
Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco Carved Lapis Lazuli 14k Yellow Gold Necklace. Featuring six carved pieces of pyrite
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Pyrite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ray Tracey Knifewing Navajo Sterling Silver & Lapis Lazuli Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine silver & lapis Navajo necklace. A sterling silver production line piece from Ray Tracey
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Late 20th Century North American Native American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
By Franklin MInt
Located in Montclair, NJ
jewelry, the coronation scarab of the Pharaoh Tutankhamen large pendant in solid 14k gold and lapis lazuli
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1970s American Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Lapis Lazuli Anchor Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24.2 grams. Totally is diamond 0.75 ct. The diamond is has G-H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 0.25 ct. Total lenght is chain...
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1990s European Retro Vintage Lapis Pendant

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

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Vintage Lapis Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact vintage lapis pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 38 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vintage lapis pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A vintage lapis pendant from Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Vicki Orr — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any vintage lapis pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Lapis Lazuli version from the 27 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and uncut versions for sale. Finding a vintage lapis pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 15 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Vintage Lapis Pendant?

On average, a vintage lapis pendant at 1stDibs sells for $1,825, while they’re typically $165 on the low end and $145,000 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.