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Style: Georgian
Style: Medieval
« Angelot Bernard l’Hermite » Pendant, Green and Yellow Sapphirs, Rubellite
Located in PARIS, FR
This one of a kind pendant is imagined and sculpted by hand by the French jeweller artist Binliang Alexander Peng. This pendant is composed of yellow sapphires, green sapphires and baby pink Rubellite set in 11 grams of 18k gold and 17.5 grams of silver "He is a traveling spirit, he is a cherub who lives in the water in the form of Hermit Crab. It brings protection and purification wherever it goes. From a very young age, I have always been fascinated by all kinds of myths and legends...
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2010s French Medieval Necklaces

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Green Sapphire, Rubelite, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Portugal 1930 Fine Filigree Byzantine Type Pendant Cross In 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Portuguese filigree pendant cross. Beautiful pendant cross, created in Portugal, during the Victorian era, back in the 1850 or earlier. Crafted in the shape of a Byzantine cross, wi...
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1930s Portuguese Byzantine Vintage Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Byzantine Revival 1850 Enameled Polychrome Cross In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Byzantine revival enameled Christian Cross Fabulous antique cross, created in Europe in the middle of the 19th century, circa 1850. This exceptional rare cross has been crafted with...
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1830s Italian Byzantine Antique Necklaces

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Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Double Sided Bee Coin with Stag & Diamond Detail 24kt Gold & Silver by Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Bee Coin Necklace Pendant with Diamonds, 24kt Yellow Gold and Silver, Size Large, Comes with chain, Lengthof chain: 21", Diamonds: 0.09ct, Colour: H Clarity: VS2 ABOUT KURTULAN JEWE...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pear Peridot Gold Byzantine Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the allure of our exquisite gold pear pendant, intricately adorned with granulations and graced by a resplendent pear peridot—a symbol of natural elegance and timeless charm....
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Byzantine Pendant with Amethyst Swiss Topaz and Granulation
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the allure of our rectangular pendant, adorned with two square amethysts and a square Swiss topaz, enveloped by meticulously crafted granulations, an exquisite blend of geome...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Tsavorite Byzantine Gold Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with our meticulously handmade pendant, showcasing the ancient technique of granulation, and graced with the vibrant allure of tzavorite. A testament to enduring artis...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Pendant with Blue Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with our exquisite oval pendant, graced by the captivating allure of two blue diamonds and a radiant white diamond—a timeless emblem of sophistication and brillian...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Pendant with Rhodolites Topaz and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Exquisitely crafted in gold, this timeless pendant is adorned with rhodolites, topaz, and diamonds for an ethereal, luxurious effect. A perfect addition to any collection, its exquis...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Bell Pendant with Sapphire Emerald and Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Immerse yourself in the timeless allure of our bell-shaped pendant, where a radiant square sapphire, lush emerald, and sparkling round diamond find harmony amid intricate gold detail...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Pendant with Granulations
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite gold pendant, meticulously adorned with granulations that draw inspiration from the Byzantine era. Immerse yourself in the timeles...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Polygon Gold Pendant with Blue Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the charm of our gold pendant showcasing, three striking polygons, each adorned with a mesmerizing blue diamond—a harmonious blend of geometric elegance and brilliant allure....
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Cross Pendant with Emeralds Tanzanite and Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Experience the divine beauty of this Byzantine cross pendant, adorned with exquisite emeralds, tanzanite, and a radiant diamond. This piece is a testament to the rich history and opu...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Rounded Cross with Pink Tourmaline
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with a rounded cross pendant, where a serene pink tourmaline graces the center amidst a gradient of delicate granulations—a beautiful symbol of faith and graceful eleg...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Cross Pendant with Rubies and Sapphire
Located in Athens, GR
Our gold pendant showcases a captivating design with polygonal edges adorned by radiant rubies, all leading to a central sapphire—a harmonious blend of shape and color that exudes el...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Indian Mangalsutra. 14k, Emerald & Diamond Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
14k white gold (tested). 3.00 carat Colombian emerald, 100% natural earth mined gemstone. Oval cut emerald set in prongs. Diamonds: 1.10 carats total. Round brilliant cut and bagu...
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2010s European Medieval Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, White Gold

Byzantine Square Cross with Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite gold cross pendant is framed by intricate golden rope detailing, and gracefully adorned with a constellation of sparkling emeralds, forming a symbol of timeless faith ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Rounded Cross Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with a gold cross pendant featuring intricate circle motifs, woven with golden rope and adorned by delicate granulations—a divine symbol of faith and timeless beauty. ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Heart Cross with Ruby
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with a heart cross pendant, graced by a resplendent ruby at its core and adorned with delicate golden details—an embodiment of love and elegance in every facet. 100% ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian Key to my Heart mourning locket, 18k gold and Hairwork, padlock
Located in NEWARK, GB
A truly magical piece of antique Georgian mourning jewellery. This early 19th century locket is designed as a padlock, circular in shape with a hairwork border and beautiful tiny ca...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

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18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Silver Reliquary Locket Pendant, Inri, Mourning, Religious
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and unusual antique silver reliquary locket pendant. To the front of the locket there is a naively engraved image of Jesus crucified on th...
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18th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Silver

Vintage Peacock Motif Pendant with Blue Sapphire in 14k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 14k yellow gold. Single blue sapphire stone. 100% natural earth mined. Total weight of the pendant: 9.50 grams. 1.71 x 1.24 inches. Gorgeous vintage peacock motif pendant...
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2010s European Medieval Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold High Quality, VVS Diamond & Ruby Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
18K White Gold. 1.00 Carat diamonds, Princess cut diamonds, VVS diamonds. 1.00 Carat Ruby, princess cut, high-quality Burma Ruby. All stones 100% natural earth mined and genuine. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Necklaces

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

Mid Century European 1.20 Carat Emerald Religious Cross
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 10k yellow gold. Gemstone: 1.20 carat emerald. Round shape. Excellent color and saturation. Total weight: 20.60 grams. Dimensions: 1.76 x 0.94 inches. Vintage European re...
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2010s European Medieval Necklaces

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Emerald, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Natural Myanmar Icy Type Jadeite Guan Gong Guan Yu Pendant, God of Righteous
Located in Kowloon, HK
This jade pendant is 100% natural, untreated, and undyed Type-A Myanmar jadeite jade. It is hand-carved into a Guan Gong. The beautiful, fine, icy texture with honey-yellow color gif...
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Early 2000s Hong Kong Medieval Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian seal fob pendant, Depeche Vous, 9k gold and Carnelian
Located in NEWARK, GB
There is something special and quite simply mesmerising about antique seal fobs. This fine French Georgian intaglio seal fob is crafted in 9ct ...
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18th Century European Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Carnelian, 9k Gold

Georgian 19K Gold Undulating Snake Fob with Crown Intaglio
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1800, this incredible Georgian fob is an antique treasure over two centuries old. The three-sided triangular fob is made of banded agate carved with a five-point crown used as ...
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Early 1800s European Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Agate, Gold

Kalinger Paris Gilt Metal Choker Necklace with Multicolor Resin Charms
Located in Atlanta, GA
This ultra-chic Kalinger Paris choker necklace boasts a typical 1980s design with a worked gilded metal chain ornated with multicolor resin charms. The dangling charms with elephants...
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1980s French Byzantine Vintage Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Necklace with pendant set with diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with a gold and silver pendant set with rose cut diamonds. 1.60ct - G/H - SI - 50 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 50 cm long and 1.0 mm wide....
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1880s Dutch Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Gold pansy pendant or brooch with diamond, citrine and amethyst
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold pansy brooch or pendant set with three amethyst petals and two citrine petals on the sides, with a brilliant cut diamond at the heart of the flower French ass...
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1820s French Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

2.20ct Natural Fancy Brown Diamonds Heart Necklace 14kt Gold 12396
Located in New York, NY
2.20ct Natural Fancy Brown Diamonds Open Heart Necklace Vs-2 Clarity. 17 inch 14kt rose gold 4.6 grams Heart 20 x 17mm $4100 Appraisa...
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21st Century and Contemporary Georgian Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold

Late Georgian/Early Victorian 18 Karat Gold & Turquoise Muff Chain
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A fine and detailed late Georgian/early Victorian muff chain crafted from 18 karat yellow gold. The chain which dates to the first half of the 19th century comprises of delicate belc...
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19th Century British Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Hand Knitted 67.7 inches KT 9 Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This superb antique Georgian period chain is 1830 circa Rare example of hand knitted work made by solid 9KT yellow gold threads, beautiful workmanship, very different from all others...
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1830s Italian Georgian Antique Necklaces

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Byzantine Gold Coin
Located in Cairo, EG
Byzantine era high karat gold coin that can be used as pendant dates back to 1221-1254 ruler john 111 doukas vatatzes and virgin nimbate emperor and other co...
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15th Century and Earlier Byzantine Antique Necklaces

20th century 14k Yellow Gold Dog Motif Ruby Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 14k yellow gold. Ruby: 0.10ct total. Very good saturation and color. Natural earth mined ruby. Total weight: 14.61 grams. Pendant size: 28 x 25mm. Vintage 20th century dog motif pendant. Womens ruby pendant jewelry...
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Mid-20th Century Medieval Necklaces

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Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Silver & 14K Yellow Gold Diamond Brooch Necklace
Located in Seattle, WA
This one is for the true vintage jewelry connoisseur who appreciates the story as much as the piece. This stunning necklace came in as part of a...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bronze Byzantine Coin Pendant in 14K White Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
This bronze coin, also known as a folis, is from the Byzantine Era. Byzantine coins are one of the most challenging and complex coins to identify. This coin has an image of an emper...
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Necklaces

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White Gold, Bronze, 14k Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Evil Eye Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold is valued by all discerning investors. With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish, this evil eye pendant / charm talisman is th...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Byzantine Necklaces

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24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Pendant Gold Red Guilloché Enamal Sepia Painting Initials ME
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This fine quality Georgian pendant locket has been handcrafted out of 15 karat gold. Within a yellow gold double frame the front of the locket has been painted with bright red transl...
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1780s English George II Antique Necklaces

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Gold, 15k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Turquoise Granulations Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with a natural turquoise and granulations. A simple and clean piece completely handmade that can be worn 24 /7
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold

Amethyst, turquoise and black pearl necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Long very smart single strand sautoir of multi cut faceted beautiful rich colored amethysts accented with brilliantly colored turquoise beads flanked with pear shaped black cultured ...
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2010s American Byzantine Necklaces

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Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
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Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Necklaces

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Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Filigree Cross with Marquise Cut Emerald
Located in Athens, GR
A majestic cross in 22 karat yellow gold with filigree work topped with red and blue enamel giving substantial depth and emphasis in this creation. The 0.20 carats Emerald in the mid...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Emerald, 22k Gold

Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross Pendant Necklace Helena Holy Water 700 AD
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent Museum Quality Ancient Roman Byzantine Bronze Cross dating to circa the eighth century AD. The extremely fine bronze cross depicts Helena holding holy water in her right hand, the reverse side is inscribed with a line of inscriptions. The ancient cross...
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15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique Necklaces

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Silver, Bronze

Vintage 3.04 Carat Diamond Pendant For Her
Located in Miami, FL
Material: This pendant is made of 14-karat yellow gold. The diamond in it weighs a total of 3.04 carats, has VS clarity, and falls within the F-G color range. The diamonds are 100% n...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Georgian Agate Necklace
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 12 carat rosé gold necklace set with cabochon cut orange carnelian, and rose cut white-grey calcedony agate, end 18th century or early 19th century, England. weight: 33.62 grams...
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1780s English Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Agate, Gold

Two Tone Italian 18k Yellow Gold & Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
A pretty necklace made of shiny yellow and white gold with real diamonds. The pendant is not too heavy, weighing 4.75 grams. The diamonds are really good quality, with a nice sparkle...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Medieval Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Georgian Ruby Emerald Diamond and Gold Cannetille Brooch-Cum-Pendant, Circa 1830
Located in London, GB
A Georgian cannetille brooch-cum-pendant, with a cushion shaped emerald in the centre, surrounded by a cluster of eight, old mine-cut diamonds, wit...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold

Antique Yogo Sapphire and Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Enchanting and timeless, this 14kt yellow gold Antique Yogo Sapphire and Pearl Necklace boasts 6 magnificent signature Yogo Sapphires and pearls in all their illustrious radiance. An...
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

Garnet Topaz Citrine Chrome Diopside Pearl Silver Gold Platinum Cross Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Alex Soldier's Cross collection is a tribute to faith, love and beauty. The design of the cross resembles a fragment of a church or an old icon from a long by...
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2010s American Byzantine Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Topaz, Citrine, Garnet, Gold, 24...

Ruby Byzantine Cross Pendant with Squares
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite Byzantine cross pendant is a radiant masterpiece, where glistening squares intertwine with the fiery brilliance of radiant rubies, celebrating the artistry of ancient ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Heart Cross with Sapphire
Located in Athens, GR
Grace your neckline with the captivating beauty of a Byzantine heart cross pendant, centered around a single, resplendent sapphire—a cherished symb...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Diamond Square Cross Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Throughout this gold square cross pendant, diamonds glisten amidst intricate granulations, crafting a divine symphony of faith and elegance, where...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Round Cross Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
In the heart of our round gold cross pendant, a captivating emerald with its enchanting green hue takes center stage, surrounded by a brilliant constellation of diamonds—a radiant em...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Georgian c1800 15K Gold English Chain Necklace with Locket Pendant
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This antique Georgian necklace is a true treasure & a rare find... Crafted in 15K yellow gold, it features a shield-shaped locket pendant, ...
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Early 1800s English Georgian Antique Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Rose Gold

Henry Perichon Serpentine Chain Necklace with Jeweled Talosel Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
French jewelry artist Henry Perichon (aka Henry) designed this elegant brass and Talosel resin necklace in the 1960s. The long necklace features a brown-beige Talosel resin ball pendant topped with topaz orange crystal faceted rhinestones. The necklace is finished with a gilded brass serpentine chain ornate with natural quartz beads and a hook-closing clasp. This piece is unsigned, but the beige-brown Talosel pendant and the specific ornate hook closing clasp are unmistakable artist signatures. The long necklace is in good condition, with minor wear due to age. Measurements: The necklace's total length is 29.13 in long (74 cm) - The drop is 16.57 in long (42 cm) - the pendant is 1.19 in diameter (3 cm) x 1.57 in high (3.9 cm). Note: Henry Perichon (1910 - 1970), whose artist name is Henry, is one of the most inventive jewelry designers of the period. His studio was in Lyon, working on a medium such as bronze, silver, white metal, or Talosel resin. His style is hard to define, reflecting many influences, including Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Art Deco. Many famous actresses from the 1950s and the 1960s, like Claudette Colbert, Suzanne Flon, Michele Morgan...
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1960s French Medieval Vintage Necklaces

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Brass

Henry Perichon Bronze Necklace with Black Jet and Topaz Glass Cabochons
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a stunning Henry Perichon (aka Henry), Medieval revival gilded bronze pendant necklace. The bronze metal pendant with antique Middle-Age design influences is ornated with faceted French black jet glass cabochons, orange topaz, and yellow citrine crystal rhinestones. Heavy gilded bronze worked chain. The pendant is engraved "Henry Paris" on the back, and the choker has a lobster closing clasp. The necklace is in good condition, with wear on gilded bronze due to regular use. Measurements: The necklace's total length is 17.75 in (45 cm) - the drop is 10.25 in long (26 cm) - The pendant is 3 in wide (7.6 cm) x 2.63 in high (6.7 cm). Note: Henri Perichon (1910 - 1970), known as "Henry," is one of the most inventive French jewelry designers of the 20th Century. His studio was in Lyon, working on a medium such as bronze, silver, white metal, or resin (Talosel). His style is hard to define, reflecting many influences, including Ancient, Medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Art Deco. Many famous actresses from the 1950s and 1960s, like Claudette Colbert, Suzanne Flon, Michele Morgan...
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1950s French Medieval Vintage Necklaces

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Bronze

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Shop Antique, New and Vintage Necklaces on 1stDibs

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 Bvlgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more. 

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