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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Tiffany & Co. Peretti Solitaire Diamonds by the Yard 24" Necklace 0.84ct H/VS1
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti "Diamonds by the Yard" solitaire necklace showcases a round brilliant-cut diamond weighing 0.84 carats. The diamond, graded H color and VS1 clarity, i...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Navajo Sterling Silver & Turquoise Squash Blossom Necklace
Located in Media, PA
This stunning Navajo Sterling Silver Squash Blossom Necklace is a timeless piece of Native American craftsmanship, featuring rich blue turquoise stones set in intricate floral scallo...
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1960s Native American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Chanel pendant necklace Fall 1995
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal cc pendant necklace. 1995 Fall-Winter Collection under the artistic direction of Karl Lagerfeld. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: L...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

18k Gold & 10ct Ruby Strawberry Pendant/Brooch w/ Diamond Accents on 18" Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gross Weight: 42.2grams Strawberry Pendant-Brooch Step and full-cut Diamonds weighing 1.50 carats Round-cut Rubies weighing 10.00 carats Dimensions: 1 9/16" x 1 3/16" Chain Length: ...
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20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Socrates 3-Flower Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Socrate collection features a 3-flower pendant completed with a floral clasp, crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with brilliant-cut...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18k Coral Figa Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A Figa is a symbol worn around the world to attract good luck to the person wearing it. It is depicted by a single clenched fist, and is often crafted in metal, wood, stone or ivory....
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1880s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

BVLGARI Roma Parentesi Necklace 18Kt White Gold With 7.24 Ctw Diamonds & Topaz
Located in Miami, FL
A necklace designed by Bvlgari. Beautiful Parentesi necklace-chain created in Roma Italy by the jewelry house of Bvlgari. This colorful necklace with pendant has been crafted in sol...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Topaz, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Cadoro Gilt & Turquoise Etruscan Revival Statement Necklace, 1970s
Located in McKinney, TX
- 24" length - 4.5" x 4" pendant - Gold plated - Faux turquoise cabochon - Double strand chain - Clasp closure - By Cadoro (signed on verso) - Made in New York - circa 1970s CONDITI...
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1970s American Etruscan Revival Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold 35mm
Located in New York, NY
This is Tiffany's simple, evocative shape of Elsa Peretti Open Heart. This design celebrates the spirit of love and accentuate the elegant curves of this heart shape pendant. Crafted...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1980 Elsa Peretti Large Open Heart Necklace 18Kt Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Large heart pendant with diamonds designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. This is a beautiful large vintage heart necklace-pendant, created by Elsa Peretti for the jewelry house ...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Diamond Grey MOP LE Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite limite edition Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Vintage Alhambra collection features a gray mother-of-pearl lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold ...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co 1976 Angela Cummings White Nacre Petal Necklace in 18kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A petal necklace designed by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. Beautiful and youthful Ptal necklace, created by Cummings for Tiffany & Co.,back in the 1976. This piece is part of th...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany and Co Heart Pendant 18k Tiffany Elsa Peretti Puffed Heart Necklace
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Tiffany and Co. Elsa Peretti Solid Hold Puffed Heart Pendant Minor signs of wear. Details 12mm by 12mm Heart Pendant 18in Necklace length 5.4grams total
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701533 Comes With Full Set (Box, Card, Invoice) Date 2024 RRP £2,590 Incl. Taxes / €3,050 Incl. Taxes / $2,830 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA45900 Serial Number JG****** Metal 18k Yel...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite Antique Georgian 3.7TCW Old Mine Cut Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cross
Located in New York, NY
Classic Georgian period 3.7TCW Old Mine cut diamond 18K yellow gold cross 19th Century Composed of eleven G-H-I Old Mine cut diamonds with the center stone measuring approximately .4...
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19th Century Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloche Pendant Watch In Platinum With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Edwardian Enamel Pendant Watch By Verger Freres For Tiffany & Co. Very fine and rare pendant watch, created during the Edwardian period in Paris France by Verger Freres for Tiffany ...
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1910s French Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, Steel, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...

1/10 Carat Round Diamond Modern Bezel-Set Solitaire White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Some things shouldn't be reinvented, which is why we created the solitaire diamond necklace. This understated yet dazzling diamond-forward piece the perfect way to highlight every bi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold

Antique 9ct Gold, Victorian Micro Mosaic Swan Portrait Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Mosaic Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1870 Step into a world of elegance with this exquisite Early Victorian handmade micro mosaic pendant ...
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Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Pendant 16ct Aquamarine 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold Silver / 8.8 gr
Located in SE
Old pendant with a large natural claw set Aquamarine surrounded with Diamonds halo. Likely German hand- made, ca. 19th cent. Silver clusters on solid 14K Green Gold. Measures : 31 m...
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1850s European Early Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Atlas 18K White Gold Diamond Key Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K white gold Weight: 5.70 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 2" long Diamond: 18 round brilliant diamonds, car...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique Imperial Russian Gold Egg Pendant, Workmaster Theodore Ringe
Located in Chesterland, OH
We present to you an exquisite miniature egg-shaped pendant crafted from green chrysoprase and gold. This unique piece was created by Livonian jeweler Phillip Theodor Ringe, who work...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Chrysophrase, Gold, Rose Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Moon Quartz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon Quartz 11.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.15 carats approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fr...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shape Morganite Pendant Necklace
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 18k Gold Pear Shaped Morganite Pendant Necklace, with its beautiful blush color and open bezel, is attached to a matte-finished paperclip chain necklace. Mor...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Morganite, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White & Yellow Gold 5.81 Ammolite & Pave Diamond Pendant 7.17 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful heavy pendant with a 5.81 oval ammolite bezel set stone. Ammolite is similar to a fire opal. It is surrounded by brilliant cut pave diamond in a beautiful two...
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2010s Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Fire Opal, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Rose Gold .51ct Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K rose gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13.5mm wide Diamond: 14 round brilliant diamonds, carat total we...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Russian Imperial Fabergé Medallion by Feodor Afanasiev
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present a rare and exquisite Imperial medallion, crafted in the form of a gilded silver egg adorned with fine enamel and natural pearls. This magnificent piece of j...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

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Natural Pearl, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

Cartier Panthere 18K White Gold 2.78ct Diamond and Onyx Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Make a stylish statement with this Cartier Panthere necklace. On the 18K White Gold pendant, Diamonds with a total weight of 2.78 carats effortlessly catch the light. Onyx accents in...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fabergé Imperial Silver Gilt Teddy Bear Pendant, Workmaster August Holmström
By August Wilhem Holmström
Located in Chesterland, OH
A very rare Imperial Russian blackened silver pendant finely modeled as a teddy bear set with two ruby cabochons as eyes. The surface has traces of gilding. The pendant is hollow ins...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

Miriam Haskell Abalone Seashell Resin Coral Branch Choker Necklace c 1960s
Located in University City, MO
Miriam Haskell Abalone shell coral resin beaded choker necklace c 1960s The unique rare necklace is designed with an abalone seashell pendant The seashell pendant is embellished wit...
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1960s American Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brass

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Floral Engraved Peony Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 9ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 Discover the exquisite charm of this 9ct Yellow Gold Victorian Locket. Oval-shaped and thoughtfully designed, this stunning piece sh...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Antique Neoclassical Flemish Heart Diamond Silver Topped 18K Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Flemish heart, Vlaams hart, Coeur de Liege, Coeur Flamand Rare, large scale, signed Neoclassical period diamond, silver topped gold heart with love troph...
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19th Century Dutch Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine & Pearl Pendulum Drop Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1910 THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY. Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold pendant from the Edwardian era, showcasing ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl Swallow Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Swallow Necklace 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning Victorian 15ct yellow gold swallow pendant, a heartwarming symbol of love and faithfulness. This encha...
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Early 20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 5 carats approx. Diamonds 0.40 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from lit...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Amethyst & Seed Pearl Long Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Pendant 9ct Gold Yellow Gold Circa 1900 Introducing our exquisite 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Pendant, a stunning piece that captures the elegance of the era with ...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold .33 Carat Diamond Pendant Necklace - Sirena Collection 16"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful dainty classic necklace with a brilliant cut diamond beautifully affixed in a 14k white gold twisted setting. It is from the Sirena Collection and is very simpl...
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Egg with Serpent (Orphic Egg)
Located in Stamford, CT
Why is there a serpent on this lapis lazuli egg from the Victorian era? In antique jewelry there was symbolism everywhere. This pendant is called the Orphic Egg. The snake entwined o...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Syna Yellow Gold Moon Quartz Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon Quartz 31 carats approx. 18 inch chain with loops at 16th and 17th inch Lobster lock About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspirat...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Seed Pearl Sunburst Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1900 *THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Crafted from 15ct yellow gold, this exquisite Edwardian moon pendant showcases a stunning cre...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver 35mm Sevillana Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver 35mm Sevillana Pendant Necklace Metal: Sterling Silver Silver Weight: 8.0 grams Pendant: 35mm (1.4") in diameter, medium size Silk Cord: T...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Suffragette Pendant Amethyst, Peridot & Seed Pearls
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold Circa 1910 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step back in time with this exquisite 15-carat yellow gold antique pendant from the Edwar...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 15k Gold

Jade Necklace with Guanyin Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a grade A jadeite necklace with a Guanyin pendant. We created this long strand necklace with 12 mm smooth white jade beads with six carved lite...
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Labradorite, Sterling Silver

Antique 9ct Gold, Georgian Flat Cut Garnet & Natural Seed Pearl Teardrop Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Pendant 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1825 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This exquisite pendant, crafted in 9ct rose gold, showcases a stunning tassel design that capture...
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.18ct Diamond 2.25" Petals Key Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Platinum 1.18ct Diamond 2.25" Petals Key Pendant Metal: Platinum Pendant: 2.25" long Weight: 9.50 grams Diamond: round brilliant diamonds, carat total weight 1.18 Hall...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Antique 15ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Seed Pearl & Blue Enamel Star Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Tested Circa 1880 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This exquisite Victorian locket, crafted from 15ct yellow gold, is a stunning example of ti...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé Julius Rappoport Bowenite Egg Pendant with Silver Elephant and Ruby Eyes
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present a unique and extraordinary piece from our collection—a Bowenite egg pendant featuring a gilt silver elephant head figurine with ruby eyes, created by the le...
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Early 20th Century Russian Russian Empire Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Silver, Gilt Metal

New 14K White Gold 1.30 Carat Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a beautiful classic necklace with a teardrop cut Tanzanite and is surrounded by brilliant cut diamonds. The tanzanite is 8.4 x 6.4 mm and is 1.30 cts. There are .25 cts of ...
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Solid Yellow Gold Necklace with Red and White 14K Gold Enamel Pendant
Located in Astoria, NY
Lovely and daily wear a 14K Solid Yellow Gold necklace with a 6.8mm 14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Reda and White Enamel Bead Pendant Charm. Diamond accents, Cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef & Arpels diamond 18k yellow gold Frivole large model necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
From the esteemed house of Van Cleef & Arpels, this modern necklace is a refined expression of French elegance. It features three round brilliant cut diamonds totaling approximately ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum 3 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile Platinum 3 Diamond Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 5.0 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 10.24mm wide x 8.54mm high Diamond: 3 round brilliant diamonds, ...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Weight: 5.0 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, carat...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Silver Roman Numeral Cube Necklace
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Embrace the elegance of Tiffany & Co. with this exquisite Silver Roman Numeral Cube Necklace. Featuring a delicate cube pendant engraved with classic Roman numerals, this piece captu...
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Early 2000s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Light Blue Enamel Floral Motif Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian floral motif oval locket pendant crafted in 18K yellow. Circa 1880. The piece features lovely light blue enamel ornamentation. Contains an engraving inside (s...
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, Enamel

Steven Battelle 2.2 Carats Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A green, red, and blue, flashing 10 mm round cabochon Ethiopian opal from the famous Welo mine, is set in an artisan crafted 18K good bezel surrounded by ancient-inspired "bun and ja...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Gold Star of David Natural Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Hand made Star of David Diamond Pendant Set in 14k Yellow Gold approx weight 3.50 grams Natural Diamonds approx 0.65 carat H-SI Star size approx 15 x 20 mm (cute size not too small n...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Fabergé Imperial Russian Jade Diamond Gold Egg Pendant by Alfred Thielemann
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present another exceptional item from our collection—a charming miniature gold egg pendant crafted from genuine Russian nephrite and adorned with a faceted diamond ...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Jade, Gold, Rose Gold

Antique German Necklace natural 37ctw Citrine Pearls Gilt Silver /44 cm/ 22 gr
Located in SE
Fine necklace in high graded Gilt Silver with 10 oval cut of natural Citrine stones and 28 Seed Pearls. Likely German hand - made between 1920s - 1930s. Hallmarked with Swedish cust...
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1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Citrine, Gold, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Fish Pendant Necklace Large
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Fish Pendant Necklace Large Metal: 18K yellow gold Weight: 22.80 grams Pendant: 36mm (1.42") wide x 32mm (1.26") long, large size Chain:...
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1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.

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