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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
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

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

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1984 Carnelian Key Necklace In 18Kt Yellow Gold & Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace with key pendant designed by Angela Cummings. This is beautiful and rare key pendant-chain, created by Angela Cummings, back in the late 1980's. The modernist piece has bee...
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1980s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise Yellow 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301453 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2013 Model VCARA45700 Serial Number J******* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Turquoise Weight Approximately 5.21 g Length Approximatel...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 22 Karat Gold Paperclip Chain with Q-Hook
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's spectacular 22 Karat Gold Handmade Paperclip Chain - with its distinctive Q-hook - blends subtle sophistication with contemporary style. Here, it is shown with Faye Kim's ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 22mm Large Open Heart 18k Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Large Open Heart 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. A beautiful and rare authentic Tiffany & Co large open heart pendant from the stylish and popul...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Revival Robin's Egg Blue Turquoise and Pearl Necklace
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A captivating robin's egg blue turquoise highlights this antique Etruscan revival pendant necklace. Held within an engraved quatrefoil motif punctuated by lustrous seed pearls. Victo...
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1880s Etruscan Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Zodiac Virgo Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold Virgo Zodiac pendant by Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1970s. Designed in the style of an ancient coin representing Virgo, on the front is a raised image of a woman standing ...
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Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Henry Dunay Modernist Diamond Turquoise Platinum 18K Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional cluster of stacked grid-like gold bars Accented by round brilliant cut diamonds prong set in platinum Weighing approximately 0.50 carat total - G color with...
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1970s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. 2000's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Somerset Woven Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a slightly rounded graduated collar necklace Comprised of finely woven gold mesh Completed by concealed press release closure With hinged bar safety Stamped for 18 karat ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Braided Tubogas Collar Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of three strands of segmented tubogas chain Braided to depict a dimensional weave - with considerable flex With a high polish finish Completed by pierced terminals With a h...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Diamond Topaz 18K Gold Baile Mariposa Butterfly Drop Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of cable link chain suspending a fringe drop station decorated with butterfly appliqués Station is designed as a horizontal bar with three rows of articulating bar link cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

A pink and white striped scallop shell, mounted in 18K yellow gold, signed Ivana
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Height: 2 1/4 inches Width: 2 1/16 inches Mounted in 18k Yellow Gold Signed Ivana Cella Reference Item #DB-1277 CM 03-19-25
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carolina Bucci Florentine Finish 18K Gold Woven Scarf
Located in Flushing, NY
Carolina Bucci Florentine Finish 18K Gold Woven Scarf Marked: 750 Hall Marks - Number Approximate Dimensions: 97 cm (Length) 2.6 cm (Width) 123.7 grams in weight.
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Art Deco Ruby and Diamond Negilgee Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a sweet and stylish negligee necklace taken from the Art Deco era. This platinum piece features an infinity motif at the centre adorned with rich pinky red rubies and a ...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Tiffany & Co. Diamond Sevillana Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stunning necklace from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. This piece is taken from a limited edition Elsa Peretti collection named Sevillana and is c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Blue Sevres Porcelain Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a rare and exquisite 18ct white gold necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Van Cleef & Arpels. This piece forms part of the Magic Alhambra collectio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Pink Porcelain and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a limited edition 18ct yellow gold necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery designer Van Cleef & Arpels. This piece forms part of the Holiday Alhambra collectio...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Buccellati 18K Gold Leaf Motif Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Buccellati 18K Gold Leaf Motif Necklace Marked: M.Buccellati Approximate Dimensions: 39.5 cm (Length) 1.5 cm (Width) 49.5 grams in weight.
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 36mm Open Heart Pendant Mesh Chain Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 36mm Open Heart Pendant Mesh Chain Necklace The simple, evocative shape of Elsa Peretti Open Heart designs celebrates the spirit of love. This el...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k 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

Materials

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

Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant Necklace
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 2 carats approx. 18 inch solid thin paper clip chain About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dh...
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2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

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: 5.10 grams Chain: 16" long Pendant: 13mm in diameter Diamond: 6 round brilliant diamonds, cara...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Pearl and Diamond Shamrock pendant necklace, Brooch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is simply an impeccable antique piece, a real heirloom piece stacked with beauty and symbolism. The shamrock can be removed and worn as a brooch and has a removable brooch fitt...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Ancient Roman 2nd Century Silver Goddess Victory Coin 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "denarius" coin minted between 193 - 211 AD during the realm of the Roman emperor Septimus Severus displays the goddess Victoria advancing left, holding an open w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 22mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace New
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 22mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 22mm wide Weight: 7.10 grams Hallmark: "TIFFANY&CO. ©Elsa Pere...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Dior by Galliano New Look Dog Tag Bib 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An iconic and grandiose Vintage Dior Logo Bib Necklace from the House during the John Galliano era when drama was everything and reinvention of the codes of the house achieved new he...
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace LARGE
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Starfish Pendant Necklace LARGE Metal: 18K yellow gold Gold weight: 10.80 grams Pendant: 2" long x 3/4" wide, LARGE size Hallmark: TIFFANY...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat Rose Gold Teddy Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold “By the Yard” Single Diamond Necklace 16 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
A Minimalist Icon of Timeless Elegance Celebrate the understated sophistication of Tiffany & Co. with this “By the Yard” Diamond Necklace, featuring a single brilliant-cut diamond we...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tigers Eye Diamond Necklace & Citrine Peridot Ebony Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Signature Ebony pendant consists of: - 1.75" length x width - diamond gold signature otto lock that opens and closes securely making pendant able to be worn on various cords, chains,...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Pink Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Sterlin...

Bvlgari B.Zero1 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Contemporary Icon of Italian Sophistication Elevate your day-to-day style with this Bvlgari B.Zero1 Pendant, crafted in 18K white gold and inspired by the brand’s signature archite...
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20th Century Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Amethyst, Brown Diamond and Ruby Snake Pendant set in 18K Rose Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Amethyst 110.0 carats, Brown Diamond 3.87 carats and Ruby 0.03 carat Pendant set in 18K Rose Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 3.0 cm Length: 8.3 cm Total Weight: 39.10 gra...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Brown Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mini Diamond Bow Necklace, 14k White Gold, Length 16.25 Inches
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: diamond, 21 stones round brilliant cut .8-1.1 mm approximately .08 total carats GH color / VS2-SI1 clarity Chain Length: 16.25 in Chain Width: .6 mm Pendant Length: 8.4 mm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dubini Athena Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Emerald 18 K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
This exquisite necklace showcases an authentic AR tetradrachm coin of Athena, dating back to circa 454-404 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold, adorned with double-set emerald and sapphire c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Adolfo Courrier Enamel Orange Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Adolfo Courrier Enamel Orange Sapphire & Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Rose Gold. The necklace features two interlocked rings, each with its own design, One is an orange enamel rin...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Pearl & Emerald Crescent Moon Pendant With Diamonds Made 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
18KT:6.171g,D:0.43ct, Emer:0.56ct,Pear:3.79ct,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 24mm Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 24mm Round Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" Pendant: 24mm in diameter Weight: 6.60 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. ©Elsa Peretti 7...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Rare Cartier Mid-20th Century 14K Yellow Gold Locket Book Key Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Cartier - rare mid-20th century 14K yellow gold book form locket key pendant 1940's The rectangular shaped 14K gold locket opens to reveal a pair of gold pages with early etched pho...
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Mid-20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace and hartshaped pendant with brilliant cut diamonds up to1.50ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with a pendant set with brilliant cut diamonds 1.50ct - F/G - VS - 45 cm long detailed description the necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide the pendant ...
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 19" long thick heavy chain Teardrop: 15mm long Weight: 11.0 grams Hallmark: "TIFF...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Timeless Symbol of Love and Elegance Add a touch of classic sophistication to your collection with this Vintage Tiffany & Co. Heart Pendant Necklace, meticulously crafted from 18-k...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Yellow Gold 268-270AD Authentic Claudius II Gothicus Ancient Coin Pendant - 18k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & Bronze Metal Note: Gold Pendant (new) with Bronze Coin (ancient) Style: Coin Pendant Features: Antioch Mint Measurements Tall (from stationary bail...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Rose Gold and Onyx Amulette Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Cartier 18 karat rose gold Amulette pendant necklace featuring onyx design accented by a 0.02 carat round brilliant cut diamond of VS clarity and F/G color. Adjustable length 15 -16...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Native American M Begay Sterling Silver Spiny Oyster Necklace #20842
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Sterling silver turquoise and spiny oyster bead necklace by Native American artisan, M Begay. A large and beautiful shell shaped pendant featuring turquoise and spiny oyster in an ornate bezel setting on a chain of graduated round bench beads...
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20th Century Native American Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 36mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 36mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gold Weight: 11.30 grams Pendant: 36mm wide Silk cord: 16" Tiffany silk cord Hallmark: T...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Victorian Crescent Moon Pendant Opal Diamond 18k Gold Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Victorian diamond & opal crescent moon pendant crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s) 12 old mine cut diamonds graduate in size and total an estimat...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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

Ancient Roman 2nd Century Silver Elephant Coin 18K Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting, authentic, silver "denarius" coin minted 193-211 AD during the realm of the emperor Septimius Severus depicts a cuirassed (covered in armor) elephant beneath the Roma...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN 14kGold Malachite Ebony Compass Pendant & Bone Ruby Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Rosary necklace consists of: - 35" length total - gold fill chain - large oval double sided pave diamond gold clasp that opens and closes securely allowing to change/remove pe...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Hematite, Malachite, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Antique Pendant Charm Treasure Chest solid 18K Gold / 4.4 gr
Located in SE
Shiny hand-made Treasure Chest pendant or bracelet charm in solid 18K Yellow Gold. Lock with secure hinged closure. Measures 11 mm x 9mm x 8 mm. In finest used condition. Note: ch...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ancient Greek 3rd Century BC Alexander the Great Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
A high-grade, authentic, ancient silver tetradrachm coin from Thrace (a historical region which now encompasses parts of Greece, Bulgaria and Turkey) minted in 297-281 BC, with a dep...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Diamond Sapphire Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Gold Chain: 16" Weight: 3.60 grams Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: 8 round brilliant diamonds, carat total w...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Lock Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Heart Lock Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" Pendant: 9.5mm wide Weight: 3.40 grams Hallmark: "©T&CO. 750"...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18k Gold 10.52ctw Rectangle Watermelon Tourmaline Diamond Frame Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Watermelon Tourmaline - Emerald Cut - Prong Set - Watermelon Green, white & Pink Colors - Vivid Colors - Great Proportions - Natural Inclusions- 16....
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bvlgari Bvlgari Openwork Diamond Necklace in Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage Bulgari 'Bvlgari Bvlgari' Openwork diamond pendant necklace set in 18k rose gold. From Bulgari's current collection, the pendant first composed of a circular mot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian GIA 5.80 carat yellow no heat sapphire diamond 14k white gold necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Edwardian 14k white gold necklace features a GIA-certified no-heat Sri Lankan yellow sapphire of approximately 5.80 carats, accented by 10 old European cut diamonds totaling app...
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1910s Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 45.82 carat Santa Maria aquamarine diamond platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Art Deco platinum necklace showcases a magnificent 45.82-carat Santa Maria emerald cut aquamarine, accented by 29 single, round brilliant, and baguette cut diamonds totaling app...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage 18ct Gold Elsa Peretti, Tiffany Open Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Tiffany Pendant 18ct Yellow Gold- Stamped 750 Circa 1980s Elsa Peretti for Tiffany This stunning piece of jewellery is a true stat...
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Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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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