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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
George L'Enfant Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Gold Cat Silhouette Pendant Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
It is the cat's meow. With ruby eyes and stylized feline fur, this Georges L'Enfant Van Cleef & Arpels vintage 18 karat yellow gold silhouette of a cat wil...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Egyptian Enamel Pendant Isis Large Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Lapis Diamond Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed large Egyptian pendant, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Lapis lazuli measures 20mm diameter (in very good condition and free or cracks or chips). 10 single cut dia...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, White Diamond, Diamond, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 14...

Antique 2.38 Carat Opal and Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch, 1880s
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.38 carat opal and 0.75 carat diamond, 12 karat yellow gold and silver set pendant/brooch ; part of our antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning versatile antique Victorian pendant/brooch has been crafted in 12k yellow gold with a silver setting. This pendant/brooch displays a feature floral composition of six impressive heart shaped cabochon opals with an elevated central round faceted cut diamond. The arched frame is embellished with six claw set diamonds in relief to the medial arrangement, alternating with three-claw set diamonds to each incurve. The outer circumference of this stunning setting is embellished with further six claw-set heart shaped cabochon opals accented with six further Old European cut diamonds, emanating from the aforementioned relief set stones and completing the design. This antique Victorian opal pendant...
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1880s Unknown Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 0.81ct Diamond 'Victoria' Necklace
Located in London, GB
This exquisite pendant necklace comes from the designer Tiffany & Co. and their Victoria collection. Featuring four marquise-cut diamonds totalling 0.81 carat, each stone is perfectl...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Pear Shape Solitaire Bezel Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold 1.45 Carats
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Diamond Pear shape weighing 1.45 carats in a 14 Karat yellow gold bezel. 16 Inch cable chain. Color Y-Z Clarity SI1
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2010s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Opal and Diamond Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian opal and diamond brooch, the oval cabochon-cut opal measuring approximately 14.3 x 11mm, yellow gold claw-set to the centre of an old-cut d...
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Round Brilliant Cut Diamond & Cornelian Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier necklace is a stunning example of the brand's timeless craftsmanship and elegance. Featuring a striking cornelian inlay, the piece showcases the rich, warm hue...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold

Roman Gold Aureus - Nero, and Salus (Godess of Health) - struck in 66 or 67 AD i
Located in Chicago, IL
The first of its kind in my shop, a Roman gold Aureus. I cannot find any online shop that sells these set in gold. This stunning coin measures about 19 mm ...
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15th Century and Earlier Antique Pendant Necklaces

Bulgari Serpenti Viper Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2138 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £5,600 Incl Taxes/€6,500 Incl Taxes / $5,900.00 Excl Taxes Model Serpenti Serial Number M4**** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones D...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Buccellati Agate 18K Gold Zodiac Medallion Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting a captivating Vintage Medallion pendant crafted by the esteemed Buccellati in 18K Italian yellow gold. This pendant features a gen...
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1980s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Messika White Gold Joy Diamond Pendant 0.20ct
Located in London, GB
An 18k rose gold Joy Cœur diamond necklace by Messika. A halo of micro-set diamonds offsets a 0.15-carat heart-shaped diamond, totaling approximately 0.28ct, all well matched in colo...
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany & Co. Lock Necklace in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Designed to be worn by all genders, The Tiffany & Co Lock Bangle diamond necklace in white gold is a bold visual statement celebrating personal bonds. Crafted in rhodium-plated 18-k...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire and Old Mine Cut Diamond Platinum Bow Spray Brooch, circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
This exceptional 1930's handmade brooch/ pendant features a cushion shaped blue sapphire weighing approximately 5.00ct in an open back, rub over setting, mounted in the centre of a b...
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1930s English Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Dinh Van for Cartier 18K Gold Pendant Necklace on a Leather Cord, c. 1970
Located in New York, NY
This chic, large 18-karat high polish yellow gold, cushion-shaped pendant necklace on a leather cord was designed by Dinh Van for Cartier, France, circa 1970. Rarely seen on the mar...
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Boucheron 18k Gold Crab Astrological Cancer Zodiac Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Boucheron pendant, crafted in 18K gold, features a three-dimensional crab motif, symbolizing the astrological sign of Cancer (June 21 – July 22). The crab is intricately detaile...
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1970s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Capricorn Zodiac Diamond Lapis Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Big, beautiful and unique Capricorn pendant/charm: large oval lapis, with vivid coloring and fine gold marble markings, set in a gold rim. Applie...
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1960s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Amethyst Necklace
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Amethyst Pendant Necklace A vintage David Webb gold and amethyst necklace featuring a large unique carved amethyst pendant Chain M...
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1980s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Bulgari Ying Yang 18k Yellow Gold Spinning Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Presenting this mint condition, hardly worn, Bvlgari 18k yellow gold spinning pendant created with a mother of pearl disc. Made by Bulgari in the 1980s from Italy with all the hallmarks. This Bvlgari gold pendant...
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Bulgari B.Zero 18K Rose Gold Black Ceramic Necklace
Located in Flushing, NY
Bulgari B.Zero 18K Rose Gold Black Ceramic Necklace Marked: BVLGARI 750 Made in Italy Approximate Dimensions: 61 cm (Length) 1.7 cm x 1 cm (Pendant) 26.0 grams in weight.
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tiffany & Co. Crossbars Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Tiffany & Co. Crossbars Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold. 17" Long 7.6 Grams
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1980s North American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Becker French Zodiac Aquarius Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Zodiac star-sign of Aquarius as the astrological symbol for the sign in polished gold on a matt gold convex recessed b...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

H Stern Brazil Necklace Pendant In 18Kt Gold With 14.77 Cts In Spinel & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A chained necklace pendant designed by H. Stern. Modernist classic necklace-pendant, created in Brazil by the jewelry house of H. Stern. This elegant piece was crafted in solid yell...
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1970s Brazilian Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier White Gold Rose Quartz & Diamond Inde Mystérieuse Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in London, GB
A rare 18k white gold Cartier perfume bottle pendant from the Inde Mystérieuse collection. The body of the pendant features rose quartz with carved lea...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Snake Pendant Brooch Necklace Antique Double Snakes 14 Karat Gold 1860
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a very rare antique Victorian Snake Pendant or Brooch depicting two entwined snakes or serpents. The snakes are beautifully created in 14 Karat Gold. The snakes are coil...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k 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

Victorian 24.00ct Amethyst Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
A stunning 24.00 carat, heart shaped amethyst sits central to this Victorian pendant. Set into silver, as was common in the Victorian period, the amethyst is surrounded by a halo of ...
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1870s Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Infinity Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chic and stylish necklace from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. The pendant has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold into the shape of a uniqu...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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

Patek Philippe Georges L'Enfant Virgo Zodiac Yellow White Gold Vintage Necklace
Located in Greenwich, CT
Bold and uncompromising, this Patek Philippe by Georges L'Enfant Virgo zodiac 18 karat yellow and white gold vintage pendant necklace is buzz worthy. Signed PP.Co with French hallma...
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1980s Swiss Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Aries Gold Charm
Located in New York, NY
A large zodiac "Aries" charm/pendant. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO. 18k yellow gold. The Aries symbol is shiny gold; it is applied on a textured gold background. 1 1/8" in diamet...
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1970s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Bvlgari B.zero1 Legends 18k Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
The Bvlgari B.Zero1 Legend Rose Gold Pendant Necklace is a masterpiece of contemporary jewelry design, capturing the bold spirit and innovative craftsmanship of the Bvlgari brand. Th...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Art Deco Diamond Floral Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a gorgeous diamond drop necklace from a time when the Art Deco style was continuing to pave the way in terms of contemporary design. This elegant piece has been crafted from 18ct white gold and showcases an open curvaceous frame with a floral theme playing host to a vast array of round brilliant cut diamonds of differing sizes. Much of the design is suspended freely from the main frame which enables light to pass through each stone as the wearer moves. All stones used are of an exceptional quality being perfectly matched in terms of colour, clarity and presence. This scintillating cluster of diamonds is then hung from a slim matching belcher chain. This diverse piece can also be worn as a brooch. There is a screw fitting on the reverse side allowing it to be removed from the chain and fitted with a C clasp brooch...
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1940s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

New 14k Yellow Gold 2.15ctw Cushion Opal w/ Diamond Halo Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Opal -Cushion Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - White Base w/ Nice Play of Red & Orange Colors - 8.5x10.9mm - 1.85ct (exact) (28) Natural Genuine Diamond - Ro...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Renaissance Revival Carved Opal Cameo Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Renaissance Revival carved opal cameo pendant, the cameo attributed to Wilhelm Schmidt depicting Arion riding a dolphin, to elaborate surround of r...
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1880s British Renaissance Revival Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Pearl, Yellow Gold

3.75ct 14K Natural Rich Dark Green Oval Cut Emerald 3.0mm Anchor Chain Necklace
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite piece of jewelry features a natural oval cut emerald from Zambia, boasting a rich dark green color that is sure to catch the eye. The emerald is securely bezel set and...
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2010s Zambian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Paloma’s Graffiti Arrow Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold 18 Inches
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. Paloma’s Graffiti Arrow Pendant Necklace is a beautiful piece to accentuate your overall look. Crafted in 18K rose gold, th...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TIFFANY & CO. 1960 Retro Modernist Squared Pendant-Watch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Squared pendant watch designed by Tiffany & Co. An elegant pendant clock, created in New York by the jewelry house of Tiffany & Co., back in 1960. The pendant was crafted in a squar...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid Century 35 carat total weight diamond platinum cocktail necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stunning Mid-Century platinum cocktail necklace showcases 35 carats of dazzling diamonds, blending timeless elegance with exceptional craftsmanship for a glamorous design. Cent...
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1960s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18k Gold & Ancient Roman Coin Severus Alexander Denarius Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine ancient Roman coin pendant. Set in 18k gold. With rope twist bezel setting for the coin. The coin is a silver Severus Alexander denarius (...
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Late 20th Century Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Cross Pendant Necklace is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features a sculptural, fluid cross design fully pavé-set with round brilliant diamonds. The p...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Kets Platinum Natural Diamond Pendant Drop Long Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Kets Platinum Natural Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 7.90 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.75 CTW natural D-F VVS round diamonds Key: 1.65 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Pink Opal White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pink Opal Necklace By Van Cleef & Arpels. With 1 alhambra shape pink opal stone: 15mm. This necklace comes with Van Cleef & Arpels certificate of auth...
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Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, White Gold

Antique Victorian 1850s 18K Gold Blue Enamel Pearl & Garnet Snake Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, pearl, garnet, blue enamel, and yellow gold necklace, formed as a snake, comprising four round pearls, two cabochon garnets, and cobalt blue enamel, set in 18 karat yello...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ancient Greek 2nd Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 22K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic ancient Greek silver "drachm" coin depicting a bee from Ephesus 202-150 BC, is held in a granulated high carat setting in this beautiful Steven Battelle designed pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

Belle Epoque Necklace Natural Pearl Diamond
Located in Geneva, CH
Belle Epoque necklace natural pearl, diamond and platinum. Pendent is holding a baroque natural pearl 13.87 carats not treated. Certified Swiss Laboratory. This Belle Epoque neckla...
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1910s European Belle Époque Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Victorian 1.80 CT Diamond Natural Pearls Winged Heart Brooch/Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
Angelic Love This outstanding Victorian period brooch pendant is 1880 ca Exquisitely hand crafted of solid 15 Kt gold with silver portion Symbol of love blessed by Angelic Wings is the sentimental romantic theme of this rare brooch/ pendant featuring a sweet heart with flying wings in the midst all surmounted by old mine ct Diamonds and lustrous natural not nucleated Pearls...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, Silver

Ancient Roman Republic 1st Century BC Dolphin Rider Coin 22k Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "denarius" coin from the Roman Republic 76 BC depicts a young boy riding a dolphin. The boy is thought to represent Palaemon, a Greek sea god who was worshipped b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ebony 14k Gold Malachite Sapphire Diamond Mushroom Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Clarissa Bronfman Signature Ebony pendants are an emblem that embody the collection as a whole. They are versatile for formal/casual wear. They come with signature otto locks on to...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Yves Saint Laurent set of jewelry
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - (Made in France) Enameled golden metal set composed of a necklace and clip-on earrings. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Necklace length: from 38 cm ...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Antique Platinum & 18ct Gold Edwardian Diamond Pearl Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace Platinum & 18ct Gold Circa 1900 Stunning, Edwardian negligee pendant necklace. Features two interlocking c...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum

Miniature Pinscher Chihuahua Terrier Dog Pendant Essex Crystal 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a gorgeous and very rare antique Victorian Essex Crystal Pendant Necklace with an exquisitely rendered hand carved and painted enamel image of a Miniature Pinscher, Zwerg Pinscher, or Chihuahua in 18 Karat Gold. The Crystal is Rock Crystal. The image of the dog is hand carved into the reverse of the crystal and then hand painted with enamel. The pendant is the work of a master artisan. The domed crystal is set in a beautiful 18 Karat Gold bezel with exquisite Victorian beaded decoration around the edges. The Essex Crystal dates to the 19th - early 20th Century. We love our antique dog jewelry...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Pavé Large Heart Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Pave Heart Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity E color total weight approx. 2ct Details: Weight: 11 grams Pendant Size:...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

15.72 Carat Lightning Ridge Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
This extraordinary pendant necklace features a 15.72 carat opal from the Lightning Ridge region of Australia. The Opal displays a phenomenal play of color with bright flashes of red,...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Post Card Charm Pendant with Diamond
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.005 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from little things, Dharmesh & Na...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.48 ct Cartier Agrafe necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
If you are in the market for a necklace that is both stylish and versatile, then I think you will love this gorgeous Cartier Agrafe necklace. Made by Cartier, this necklace features ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Open Heart Sterling Silver Pendant for a Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Open Heart pendant or charm for a necklace. In sterling silver. Designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. From her Open Heart series. Marked to the reverse of the pendant...
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20th Century Spanish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

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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