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Great Necklace Pendant 925H Silver, Author Salovaara Turku Finland
Located in Orimattila, FI
Great necklace Pendant 925H Silver, Author Salovaara Turku Finland. Chain 813H Silver made in 1966
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Late 20th Century Finnish Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Silver

Gold Silver Diamond Topaz Necklace Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Necklace pendant in 14kt white gold composed of two different
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold, Silver

Vintage Baroque Style 14mm Mabé Pearl Necklace Pendant in Sterling Silver
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Baroque Style 14mm Mabé Pearl Necklace Pendant in Sterling Silver, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Baroque Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Vintage 1980's Ruby Heart Necklace Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Step into the enchanting world of the 80's with our Vintage Ruby Heart Necklace Pendant in 14K
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA 11.72 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
GIA certified Colombian pear shape emerald and diamond necklace pendant—a true gem of
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Mid-20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies & Pearl Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Marquise Cut Rubies & Pearl Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a timeless
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1.86ct Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Gold Ballerina Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing the Vintage 1.86ct Cabochon Royal Blue Sapphire & Diamond Ballerina Necklace Pendant, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Paris 1994 Rare Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Malachite
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Malachite necklace pendant designed by Cartier. This is a very rare and very hard to find necklace
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1990s French Modern Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond 8K White Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite Vintage Art Deco-inspired Marquise Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Art Deco Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, White Gold

Vintage Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Natural Pastel Blue Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold #2
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold #1
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage 1980's Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heart Cut Mixed Stones Cross Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Heart Cut Mixed Stones Cross Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

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Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

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 Necklace Pendants

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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 Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Lapponia 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pendant with Pearls Design Björn Weckström 1978
By Lapponia
Located in Berlin, DE
Lapponia 14 Karat Gold Necklace Pendant with Pearls Design Björn Weckström 1978 Includes
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20th Century Finnish Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aztec Vintage Sterling Silver Necklace Pendant
Located in Jacksonville, FL
This Aztec Vintage Sterling Silver Necklace is a captivating piece that effortlessly blends history
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20th Century American Art Deco Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Sterling Silver

Christian Lacroix Necklace Pendant Golden Carousel
By Christian Lacroix
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Lacroix pendant in gilded metal with the motif of an openwork carousel and a second
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1990s French Vintage Necklace Pendants

Judith Ripka 18 Karat Diamond Citrine Necklace Pendant
By Judith Ripka
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Diamond Citrine Necklace Pendant. The pendant features a large cushion-cut
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1990s American Modern Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, 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 Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

14k Octagon Medallion Poodle Necklace Pendant
Located in Sausalito, CA
Large vintage 14k yellow gold pendant featuring a 3 dimensional poodle with red enamel paint for
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1940s Unknown Vintage Necklace Pendants

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14k Gold

14k Octagon Medallion Poodle Necklace Pendant
14k Octagon Medallion Poodle Necklace Pendant
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Art Deco Diamond Pearl Necklace Pendant
Located in Napoli, Italy
Handmade in 18k white gold, Original Diamond and South sea Pearl 11 mm Pendant. The diamonds are
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

1980's Heart Shaped Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot 14k Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our delightful 80's Heart Shaped Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot 14K Gold Necklace
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dinh Van Paris Modernism Geometric Labyrinth Necklace Pendant in Sterling Silver
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
France by Dinh Van, back in the 1990's. This vintage geometric necklace pendant is from the iconic
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1990s French Modern Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Necklace Pendant Portrait 14kt gold with silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt yellow gold necklace with gold with silver pendant, set with bolshevik diamonds tot. 1.00 ct
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20th Century European Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Gold, Silver

Necklace Pendant Portrait 14kt gold with silver
Necklace Pendant Portrait 14kt gold with silver
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H 2.37 in W 1.58 in
Yves Saint Laurent Necklace Pendant Golden Butterfly
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in PARIS, FR
Yves Saint Laurent pendant charm with the motif of a butterfly in gold metal decorated with purple
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1990s French Vintage Necklace Pendants

2.60 Carat Diamond Silver Gold Necklace Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Eutruscian style pendant necklace in 18k yellow gold and blackened silver and brown diamonds
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Late 20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sterling Amethyst & Ruby Zoisite Necklace Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Vintage sterling silver amethyst 10mm beads and silver pendant with ruby-zoisite. Genuine stone
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Amethyst, Ruby, Sterling Silver

Emeralds Diamond Roses Silver-Gilt Necklace Pendant
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
Description of the - Silver gold plated (tested) - 19 opaque emeralds with floral engraving - 30 diamond roses of approx. 3 mm diameter each - Numerous small diamond roses - Total l...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold Plate, Silver

H Stern Brazil Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 14.77 Cts In Spinel & Diamonds
By H. Stern
Located in Miami, FL
A chained necklace pendant designed by H. Stern. Modernist classic necklace-pendant, created in
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1970s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Spinel, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Natural Sapphire Ruby Emerald Catseyes Multigem Necklace Pendant
By Hannaboya
Located in Sheridan, WY
Crafted with exquisite attention to detail, this Multi-gem pendant features a captivating
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1970s African Retro Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Cat’s Eye, Silv...

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 Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Plique Du Jour Sterling Silver Necklace Pendant Troubador
Located in Wallkill, NY
The image on this wonderful pendant is a troubador, and he is playing a lute. Troubador's have
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1950s Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Sterling Silver

18kt Yellow gold Necklace/Pendant Vacheron Constantin Watch Unique Piece
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Antwerp, BE
Magnificent & Collectors 18kt Yellow gold Necklace / Pendant with Vacheron Constantin Watch
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20th Century Swiss Artisan Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Italian 18K Carved Inlaid Coral Diamond Necklace Pendant
Located in Winter Springs, FL
pendant does separate from the necklace so that you can add another of your choosing. Beautiful
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Mid-20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GUY LAROCHE PARIS Enameled Heart Necklace Pendant from 1980s
By Guy Laroche
Located in CHAMPEAUX-SUR-SARTHE, FR
Exquisite GUY LAROCHE PARIS Long Heart Pendant, Enameled Metal Heart and Gold Tone Metal, Vintage
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1980s French Vintage Necklace Pendants

Hans Hansen Danish Modernist Sterling Silver Mesh Necklace Pendant
By Hans Hansen
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Danish Modern pendant by Hans Hansen. In sterling silver with a series of 10 chain link
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Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Sterling Silver

Pol Bury 1968 Paris Kinetic Convertible Necklace Pendant Brooch in 18kt Gold
By Pol Bury
Located in Miami, FL
A Kinetic necklace pendant brooch designed by Pol Bury (Belgium 1922-2005). An exceptional, very
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sterling silver Drop Necklace Pendant Pin Navajo Sterling Sand cast Yei Figural
Located in Wallkill, NY
Sterling Silver Sand Cast Pendant and Brooch. Large link necklace. Pendant Measuring 3.5 in x 1.68
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1970s American Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Sterling Silver

Yellow Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold 1.85 TDW
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Yellow Sapphire Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K White Gold 1.85 TDW This amazing necklace is finely
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Late 20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Signed HMIJ Ortega Shop Navajo Silver, Turquoise, & Coral Necklace Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine signed Navajo pendant for a necklace. In sterling silver. In a convex, tear drop form with
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Mid-20th Century American Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Coral, Turquoise, Silver

Salvini Modern 1980s Diamonds Cross 18K Gold Cube Chain Necklace Pendant
By Salvini
Located in Rome, IT
Introducing the iconic Salvini Cross Pendant, a masterpiece from the Modern 1980s, meticulously
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1980s Italian Modern Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Nudes Necklace Pendant
By Carl Tasha
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this unusual necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Brass

14k Gold Oiseau de Profil Bird Necklace Pendant after Pablo Picasso
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine gold necklace after Pablo Picasso. In 14k yellow gold. Depicting a bird in profile
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Mid-20th Century Modern Vintage Necklace Pendants

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14k Gold

14k Gold Oiseau de Profil Bird Necklace Pendant after Pablo Picasso
14k Gold Oiseau de Profil Bird Necklace Pendant after Pablo Picasso
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H 6.5 in W 5.13 in D 0.5 in L 16 in
Sterling Silver Tapio Wirkkala "Hopeakuu" The Silver Moon Necklace Pendant 1971
By Tapio Wirkkala
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Tapio Wirkkala "Hopeakuu" The Silver Moon Necklace 1971 This is the second largest
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Sterling Silver

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 Necklace Pendants

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

JS Signed Antique South Sea Pearl, Onyx, and Diamond Necklace/Pendant, Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Style: Estate Pendant Necklace
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dinh Van Paris Large Pi Necklace Pendant In Hammered 24Kt Yellow Gold
By Jean Dinh Van
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric Pi pendant-necklace designed by Jean Dinh Van. This piece of jewelry is an exceptional
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1990s French Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Ram Head Necklace Pendant
By Carl Tasha
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this rare necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Brass

18k Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co EXTRA Large Elsa Peretti Open Hear Necklace Pendant
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this iconic pendant necklace by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. The
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant Diamond Rock Crystal Onyx by Tännler
By Tannler of Switzerland
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Very decorative 18 K yellow Gold Vintage Multi strand Necklace with featuring a pendant with Rock
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1960s Swiss Retro Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Onyx, Rock Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rock Cristal Diamond and Pearl Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Rock Cristal round cut Diamond and black Pearl Pendant Chain Necklace. Pendant Diameter: 3.50
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1990s Aesthetic Movement Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal

800 Silver Marcasite Cameo Shell Brooch & Necklace Portrait Pendant
Located in Sausalito, CA
Detailed cameo shell brooch and necklace pendant adorned with marcasites. Weight: 5.7 grams. Size
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Silver

14-Karat Gold and Amethyst Ladies Necklace Pendant
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
14-karat gold and amethyst ladies necklace pendant. Ladies rose gold and emerald cut amethyst
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

Vintage Abstract Design Silver Pendant
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Vintage Abstract design/carvings Silver (Necklace) Pendant
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Silver

Chain Necklacejewelry> Necklaces> Pendant Necklaces Yellow Gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Necklace chain pendant grapevine in 3 golds. 750 thousandths (18 karats). consisting of a chain
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20th Century French Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Yellow Gold

Handcraft Cameo Galalith Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Cameo mounted with galalith pendant necklace Pendant total weight 84 grams
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1970s Italian Artisan Vintage Necklace Pendants

Handcraft Cameo Galalith Pendant Necklace
Handcraft Cameo Galalith Pendant Necklace
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W 2.92 in L 3.71 in
Bulgari Tondo Large Sun Gold Steel Pendant Cord Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Large Bvlgari Tondo pendant on a black leather cord necklace. Pendant depicting sun, set in 18k
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20th Century Italian Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Gold, Steel

Antique Silver Turquoise Agate Pendant Made in Tibet
Located in Carlsbad, CA
Antique Silver & Turquoise Agate Necklace Pendant Made in Tibet
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20th Century Vintage Necklace Pendants

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Agate, Turquoise, Silver

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Vintage Necklace Pendants For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of vintage necklace pendants available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, yellow gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 29435 vintage editions and 15 modern creations to choose from as well. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of vintage necklace pendants to choose from, but modern and retro vintage necklace pendants are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Chanel, Cartier and Tiffany & Co. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 7233 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and cabochon can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of vintage necklace pendants, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Vintage Necklace Pendants?

On average, vintage necklace pendants at 1stDibs sell for $1,500, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $5,500,000 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. 

Questions About Vintage Necklace Pendants
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    A pendant necklace is a type of jewelry worn around the neck that features a small ornament called a pendant. The term refers to both the chain or cord and the pendant itself. In some cases, pendant necklaces include both pieces. Other times, you buy the necklace or chain and pendant separately. On 1stDibs, find a large selection of pendant necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, you can wear a pendant on a tennis necklace. The key is to choose a pendant with a large enough bail to fit over the fastener and the links. Generally, thinner tennis necklaces will work better with pendants than ones that are 5 millimeters or above in thickness. On 1stDibs, explore a wide variety of tennis necklaces and pendants.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    There are a few necklace pendants that can mean love. Many people associate heart pendants with love since the heart is a classic symbol of romance and affection. With its intertwining forms, the Celtic knot also represents love, as does the triskelion, an ancient symbol consisting of three spirals that form a triangle. Remember that people interpret symbols in different ways, so some pendants may signify love to some people but not to others. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of pendant necklaces.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
    Yes, some guys wear pendant necklaces. Since there are no real rules for jewelry, men can feel free to sport any type of necklace they wish to wear. Some common pendant shapes for men include crosses, anchors, coins, feathers and claws. Find a wide variety of pendant necklaces from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    What makes a necklace vintage is its age. Any necklace made at least 20 to 80 years ago is vintage. Necklaces produced a century ago or more are antiques. A vintage-inspired or vintage-style necklace is one manufactured during the past 20 years but inspired by older jewelry. Find a wide variety of vintage necklaces on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Clasp design on vintage necklaces vary significantly, so there’s no uniform way to open and close a clasp. Research the specific type of necklace to find resources on the style of clasp. On 1stDibs, you'll find a collection of vintage necklaces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To determine whether a pearl necklace is modern or vintage, first look for signs of wear, such as blunted edges on the prongs. The pearls will likely have dull spots where they came into contact with skin. The clasp can clue you in, too. Lobster clasps appeared in the 1970s, while early 20th century clasps were generally safety-pin style or C-clasps. Modern necklaces typically have a spring-loaded clasp. Shop a selection of vintage pearl jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Vintage Chanel jewelry always has a date stamp and logo located somewhere on the piece that you can use for authentication. Everything on the date stamp should be easy to read, and the Chanel logo should look immaculate. Fake logos are often hard to read and have mistakes in the font. All the details should be exquisite, and the necklace should feel substantial. If it feels light and cheap, it’s probably a fake. Shop a collection of authentic vintage Chanel necklaces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.