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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
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
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique diamond pearl 18k yellow gold enamel pendant brooch watch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This antique 1890s pendant brooch watch combines diamonds, seed pearls, and intricate green enamel, crafted in 18k yellow gold for timeless elegance.
Manual watch
Center stone: 3 ol...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Dubini Demetrius Elephant Ancient Silver Coin Medallion 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI coin necklace from the 'Empires' collection features an authentic silver coin from the Greco-Baktrian Kingdom dating circa 200-185 B.C. set in 18K yellow gold with double...
Category
2010s Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Citrine, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1989 Cartier 'Panthere de Boadilla' Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A rare and striking collector’s piece, this vintage 1989 Cartier “Panthère de Boadilla” pendant necklace embodies the elegance and bold artistry of the Maison’s signature panther mot...
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Hex Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold
Mother of Pearl 2.50 carats approx.
Diamonds 0.25 carat approx.
Chain sold separately
About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata
Drawing inspiration...
Category
2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Lion Locket Necklace Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Panther Leopard Tiger
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular antique Victorian lion, panther, leopard or tiger locket and chain in 14 Karat Gold with an Old Mine Cut Diamond in the mouth and Ruby cabochons in the eyes, in...
Category
Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Saint Christopher 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Saint Christopher carrying the infant Christ over the river. Stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat ...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond LOVE Pendant Necklace in Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A classic vintage Cartier three-diamond LOVE pendant necklace set in 18k rose gold.
The LOVE collection is a firm favourite of many mainly due to the simple, beautiful and elegant d...
Category
2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Becker French Zodiac Gemini Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac starsign of Gemini as the astrological symbol for the sign in polished gold on a matt gold convex recessed base...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ribbon Bow 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Ribbon Bow Celeste Pendant Necklace.
A stunning necklace with a unique design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with a beaut...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VICTORIAN 1880 Etruscan Neo Gothic Necklace In 19Kt Yellow Gold & Natural Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian 19th century Neo-Gothic Etruscan Necklace.
This is a magnificent and exceptional antique necklace, created in England during the late Victorian era (1840-1901), back in 18...
Category
1880s English Etruscan Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
VOLMER BAHNER 1970 Denmark Blue Enameled Modernist Necklace In .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
An enameled modernist necklace designed by Volmer Bahner (1912-1995).
This is a fabulous geometric necklace, created in Denmark by Volmer Bahner, back in the 1970. The necklace has ...
Category
1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver, Bronze, Enamel
Georgian Natural Baroque Saltwater Pearl Heart and Diamond Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a Georgian necklace featuring a remarkable heart-shaped natural saltwater white pearl as the primary stone. This focal baroque pearl is adorned with a wrap around foliat...
Category
18th Century Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver
Patek Philippe Edwardian Pendant Watch
Located in New Orleans, LA
Exquisitely crafted by Patek Philippe, this rare Edwardian Belle Époque pendant watch exemplifies the height of Swiss artistry and design. The caseback is adorned with rich purple gu...
Category
20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Platinum
Globe Locket 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Globe Locket in 18K Yellow Gold with Brush and High Polish Finish.
22.4mm (0.88 in) Diameter
14.62 Grams
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.15ct 18k Yellow Gold Peretti Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace, designed by Elsa Peretti, showcases timeless elegance with a single bezel-set diamond suspended on a delicate 16-inch gold chain. Crafted in 18...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
22k Gold USA Peso Coin Bezel Graduating Pendant Necklace - 20, 10, 5 Peso
Located in Miami, FL
This meticulously designed, first year of release, 1917 gold Mexican 20 "Veinte" Pesos Gold coin is composed of 15 grams of .900 pure (22k) gold. This is a great piece for coin or bu...
Category
1910s Hellenistic Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Graffiti X Pendant Necklace Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Graffiti X Pendant Necklace Medium
Metal: 18K Gold
Chain: 16" long
Pendant: 16mm long x 13mm wide, medium size
Weight: 3.40 grams
Hallmark...
Category
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Blue Agate long necklace
Located in London, England
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra long necklace in blue Agate.
A beautiful 18k yellow gold agate long necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels from their Magic Alhambra collection measuring 2...
Category
2010s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold
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: ...
Category
20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari B Zero 1 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
B.zero1 18kt yellow gold necklace with a small round 18kt yellow gold pendant
Condition: New with box, no papers
Material: 18k yellow gold
Weight: 13.8 grams
Pendant Diameter: 14.7m...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Starfish Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace by renowned designer Elsa Peretti features her iconic starfish motif, beautifully brought to life in 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant is pavé s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Etoile Heart Necklace
Located in London, GB
From their well known ‘Etoile’ collection this heart shaped pendant is from Tiffany & Co. Crafted from 18 carat yellow gold the plain heart design sits on a 16 inch chain. The origin...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Textured Sputnik Round Ball Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):--
Numerous Natural Genuine Turquoises - Round Shape - Prong Set - Natural Variation in Color
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Weight: 11.70 Grams
Overall Width/Thickness:...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold Vintage Alhambra Diamond Necklace VCARA46100
Located in London, GB
An 18k white gold Van Cleef & Arpels diamond necklace from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic Alhambra 4 leaf clover motif, complemented with a bea...
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Diamonds by the Yard Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elevate your style with this Tiffany & Co. Diamonds by the Yard necklace, designed by the legendary Elsa Peretti. Crafted in radiant 18 karat yellow gold, this piece exudes timeless...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Spectacular Gold Tassel Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1880s, 14k, American. This sophisticated fourteen-karat gold tassel is decorated with crisp black and white enamel. The look is sumptuous verve classique… perfect for any momen...
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Made Italian Yellow Gold Fish Pendant with Rubies
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Hand-Made Italian Yellow Gold Fish Pendant is a breathtaking showcase of exceptional craftsmanship and artistry, meticulously crafted in radiant yellow gold. The design captures...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Octagon Lady Liberty 1/10OZ Coin Necklace
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Coin Information ♥
Coin Metal: 22K Fine Gold
Metal Content: 1/10OZ Fine Gold
Denomination: $5
Obverse: Lady Liberty Holding Branch Torch
Reverse: One Bald Eagle
Year: Varies
Total...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, 22k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Raphael Angel Vintage Pendant - Yellow Gold 14k Cherub Faith
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co.
Design: Raphael Angel
Era: Vintage
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold
Theme: Cherub, Guardian Angel
Measurements
Tall (from stationary bail): 11/16" (17.4mm)
Wi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Red & Blue Tourmaline Diamond 18 Kt Lavaliere Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
This enchanting Edwardian period necklace is 1910 ca
Exquisite and feminine bow design with suspended drop all set with rare gemstones, untreated and unheated, skillfully rendered of...
Category
Early 1900s European Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Alexander the Great Coin Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 14k and Silver, American. A thick bezel 14k gold frame is the perfect foil for this Alexander the Great silver coin. The look is casually glamourous, effortlessly town a...
Category
1960s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Silver
Elsa Peretti Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Vintage Double Teardrop Pedant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a black silk cord suspending a dimensional pendant
Depicting a stylized double teardrop motif
With connected large and small drops
Completed by high polish finish
Termina...
Category
1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
UnoAerre 1980's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Double Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a doubled curb link chain
With high polish finish
Stamped for 14 karat gold
Fully signed for UnoAerre, Italy
Circa: 1980s
Width at Widest: 3/8 inch
Length: 17 1/8 inches
...
Category
1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.73ct Bright Green Zambian Emerald Necklace 14K Gold R4470
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ This beautiful necklace features a stunning Zambian emerald bezel set horizontally, connected to a solid gold chain with a slider bead for free adjustment.
♥ The necklace is 18" lo...
Category
2010s American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Emerald, 14k Gold
Cartier Hearts and Symbols Diamond Heart White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701364
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Model B3017300
Serial Number NX****
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight Approximately 11.24 g
Length Approximately 42 cm
Condit...
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Diamond Large Bow Pendant Necklace Set In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
A beautifully crafted Tiffany & Co. Diamond Large Bow Pendant Necklace, set in 18ct white gold and adorned with brilliant-cut natural diamonds. This exquisite design embodies eleganc...
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Victorian Amethyst Demantoid Garnet 18K Antique Snake Fob Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a triangular surmount and fob pendant drop comprised of entwined snakes
Highly rendered with engraved scale detail with dimensional foliates on fob
Accented by round cut ...
Category
1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Large Sputnik Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A large yellow gold vintage sputnik charm pendant. This beautiful gold ball pendant is crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and set with multiple studded colo...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Hearts and Symbols Diamond Double Heart 18K White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 77701365
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Model B3025700
Serial Number SX****
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight Approximately 10.64 g
Length Approximately 42 cm
Condi...
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18.22 ct White Opal Pendant with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Presenting a beautiful 18.22ct white opal play of colors hand made pendant in 18 Karat white gold is a luxurious and elegant piece of jewelry.
The opal, with its milky white body...
Category
2010s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat White Gold T Smile Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co.
Material: 18 Karat White Gold
Diamonds: 16 round cut= 0.03cttw
Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length
Weight: 2.32 grams
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k yellow Gold Large "I LOVE U" Charm pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 14k Yellow Gold " I LOVE U" Charm, pendant, measuring 1 1/4 inches in diameter with a Textured finish on one side and weighing 8.5 Grams.
Category
1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Cross Pendant Necklace, 1990s
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - (Made in France) Golden metal necklace with a cross pendant ornamented with glass paste cabochons. 2005 Collection.
Additional information:
Condition: Very good condition
D...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Egyptian Lapis Scarab Beetle Pendant with Woven Chain in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications:
Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow Gold
Total Weight: 148.1 Grams
Chain Length: 18" braided round chain
Chain Width: 3.6 mm
Pendant Measurement: 2.35" x 1.60" (The ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gucci "Running GG" 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gucci
Located in MIAMI, FL
From famed designer Gucci this necklace is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold. The necklace known as the "Running G" shows a 27" length with the iconic golden double G pendant included...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Grey Mother of Pearl Vintage Alhambra Necklace VCAR
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the Vintage Alhambra collection. The necklace comprises of the iconic Alhambra 4 leaf clover moti...
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Rose Gold
18 Karat Gold Indian Head $2.50 Quarter Eagle Coin Necklace by Michael Bondanza
Located in Troy, MI
Enjoy a piece of American gold coin history! This 1925 $2.50 Indian head quarter eagle coin is framed in 18k yellow gold and suspends from a ribbon-...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panthere Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The panther, the symbolic animal of Cartier, made its first appearance in the Maison's collections in 1914. Louis Cartier was the first to tame the mythic animal, and his colleague J...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Heart Shaped Pendant Pave Diamond 18k White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in MIAMI, FL
Elegant necklace crafted by famed designer Cartier. The necklace highlights one heart shaped pendant fully encrusted in round brilliant cut diamonds. The necklace is set with approxi...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Five Open Hearts Sterling Silver Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Tiffany & Co. 5 Open Hearts necklace
In sterling silver.
Designed by Elsa Peretti.
With 5 openwork hearts connected by small chain links and with a circular clasp.
Togeth...
Category
20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Mexican Silver Howlite Cuff Collar Necklace
By Taxco Mexico
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Mexican sterling silver hinged cuff collar necklace with pierced decor and large central howlite cabochon. Marked Taxco, Mexico, 925 on the backside. Weight: 200 grams. Sta...
Category
20th Century Mexican Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Van Cleef & Arpels Ltd Ed 2020 White Gold Guilloche Alhambra Pendant VCARP6L800
Located in London, GB
A limited edition 18k white gold Guilloche and diamond Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra pendant from the 2020 Holiday collection. The pendant features a beaded edge 4 leaf clover ...
Category
2010s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Art Deco Opal Necklace 14 Karat Gold Brooch pin necklace 1940.'s
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Art Deco Opal Necklace / pin
Hand crafted From the 1940's
Brilliant opal colors
was originally a brooch pin that was later converted to ...
Category
1940s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Sagittarius Gold Modernist Pendant Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
A powerful Sagittarius centaur with a raised bow and arrow, make this Van Cleef & Arpels Paris modernist rare pierced 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace compellingly irresistible....
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bvlgari Diamond 18k White Gold Vintage Heart Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
This Bvlgari Bvlgari Diamond 18k White Gold Vintage Heart Pendant Necklace epitomizes the timeless elegance and exquisite craftsmanship for which the iconic Italian luxury brand Bvlg...
Category
Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
14k Gold Large Carved Lapis Coronation Scarab of Pharaoh Tutankhamen Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large statement piece from The Franklin Mint features the first recreation of great museum jewelry, the coronation scarab of the Pharaoh Tutankhame...
Category
1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18k Diamond Anchor and Trident Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous nautical necklace from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold, this substantial necklace features an anchor juxtaposed atop a trident. Both the an...
Category
1880s American Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 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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