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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: Early 2000s
Period: 18th Century
Adolfo Courrier 18 Karat Rose Gold .80 Carat Diamond Beretta Pistol Gun Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Adolfo Courrier marries color, intricate stone setting and adds the art of enameling into his designs that are fresh, modern and sometimes whimsical with a mix of materials, including gold, enamel, diamonds and other colorful gems. This 18 karat rose gold and diamond Beretta pistol pendant...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Pomellato Rose Gold Braided Pendant
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic brand new pendant by Pomellato crafted in 18k rose gold. The pendant measures .11" wide by .55" in diameter. Sku: 2267 Pomellato Retail Price: $1000
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Hammerman Brothers Plat. Art Deco Style Aquamarine 20.62 Carat 10.55Ct. Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Known best for old world craftsmanship, Hammerman Brothers is a 75 year old company which remains American made. This magnificent Art Deco-inspired pendant is the perfect example of their extraordinary workmanship. The platinum deco pendant necklace...
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Asch Grossbardt 18 Karat Gold Necklace Inlaid Onyx Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Asch Grossbardt 18 Karat yellow gold necklace is designed with a yellow gold bombe mesh chain. The centerpiece is inlaid in a geometric motif of Black Onyx, Mother of ...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Graff Magnificent Diamond White Gold Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
An incredible Graff diamond necklace showcasing round brilliant cut diamonds and baguette diamonds in 18k white gold. The necklace is accompanie...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Ancient-Style Greek Coin Bezel Pendant, Very Good Condition
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
Unique 18kt yellow gold ancient-style Greek coin bezel pendant with an ancient-style Greek coin set in a bezel. The coin bezel has detailed hand-fab...
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Early 2000s Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Cross Pendant, w/ Chain, .25cttw Italian
Located in Rancho Santa Fe, CA
A beautiful 14kt white gold cross with 4 invisible set princess cut blue sapphires of approximately .15cttw, 18 round brilliant diamonds of approximately .25cttw. The cross is 30mm ...
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Mindi Mond Victorian Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Long Bar Pendant
Located in New York, NY
1 Old Mine Diamond .32 J, VS1 11 Old European and single cut Diamonds; 42 old cut/semi faceted Diamonds=0.85 CTW Near colorless (F-J) Clarity VS-I 16 square step cut Rubies=Approx. 0...
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18th Century American Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

"The Australian Nugget" Coin Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
"The Australian Nugget" Coin set in a 14 Karat yellow gold pendant. The gold coin is bezel-set with one round prong-set diamond on the top of the bezel and another diamond on the bottom. The front of the coin has two red kangaroos hopping in sync and on the back of the coin is Queen Elizabeth II in profile. The writing around the front of the coin reads The Australian Nugget 1/10 oz. 0.9999 Gold...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt White Gold Star Diamond Pendant
Located in Seattle, WA
Kary Adam Designed, 18kt White Gold Star Pendant set with one Sea foam Green and one Orange Sapphire accent along with a Lovely accent Diamond. This lovely delicate pendant displays ...
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

Valente 18 KT Yellow Gold Swirl Pendant with Diamonds and Multicolored Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
This necklace was designed by Valente of Milan, Italy. The large circular pendant is set in a swirl pattern with Round Brilliant White and Black...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond 18 Carat Yellow and White Gold Heart Pendant and Chain
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 18 carat gold pendant features a white gold heart in the centre, pavé set with 29 fine round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total approximate weight of 0.60ct. A t...
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Early 2000s English Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Cartier Love Ceramic Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent special order Cartier Love pendant diamond necklace circa 2000s showcasing over 5ct of the finest original Cartier round bri...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Deakin & Francis 9 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Set Locket
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London This stunning 9ct gold locket features a ruby set border. The perfect gift for anyone with ruby as their b...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Coral Yellow Gold Heart Charm Pendant
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic brand new Pomellato charm pendant featuring a .28ct Red Coral set in 18k yellow gold. Sku: 2224
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Yellow Gold

A Darkened Silver Pendant set with Diamonds, around a Grafetite Quartz Cabochon
Located in Seattle, WA
Kary Adam Designed, Blackened Silver Pendant with Grafetite Quartz surrounded by Diamonds on an 18" Silver Chain. This lovely pendant exhibits charm a certain degree of verve and sub...
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Early 2000s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Silver

Felix B. Vollman 18 Karat Blue Enamel Baby Bootie Charm
By Felix Vollman
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Felix Vollman Detailed royal blue and white enamel. 18 karat yellow gold. Bottom of the shoe can be engraved (not included in the price). Can be worn as a pendant with a necklace and/or as a charm for a bracelet. Just over 1" long, including bale and almost .5" wide. Stamped "18K" and the Vollman jewelers mark
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Antique 1750s Diamond and 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This is an antique 18th century triple pendant crafted in rose gold with touches of silver. A pendant of three graduated panels of open scrollwork and domes set with diamonds. An estate jewel - encrusted with six individual small diamonds within a frame setting and body of chased, filigree-worked, articulated of 18 karat rose gold and silver. Six small diamonds are set at the tops of the gold domes. These kind of pendants are also known as 'Croix à la Jeannette'. This rare antique Christian cross...
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Mid-18th Century French Georgian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold

Fabrege Limited Edition Enamel Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
An amazing limited edition of 500 pieces Fabrege diamond pendant necklace showcasing blue enamel and white round brilliant cut diamonds set in ...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Floral Design Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace 14K White Gold
Located in beverly hills, CA
This gorgeous and romantic floral design diamond slide necklace features a center round brilliant diamond beautifully highlighted by a frame of...
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Early 2000s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Graff Ruby & Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Graff Ruby and Diamond necklace showcasing a pendant set with brilliant-cut diamonds, marquise-cut rubies and a central circular-cut ruby, on a c...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Pomellato Rose Gold Braided Pendant
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic brand new pendant by Pomellato crafted in 18k rose gold. The pendant measures .11" wide by .55" in diameter. Sku: 2266 Pomellato Retail Price: $1000
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rose Gold

Cartier Love Ceramic Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent special order Cartier Love pendant diamond necklace circa 2000s showcasing over 5ct of the finest original Cartier round bri...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pomellato Citrine Yellow Gold Heart Charm Pendant
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic brand new Pomellato charm pendant featuring a .30ct citrine set in 18k yellow gold. Sku: 2215
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Butterfly Diamond White Gold Brooch Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Van Cleef & Aprels diamond brooch depicting a butterfly and floral motif crafted in 18k white gold showcasing the finest Van Cleef & Arpels round brilliant cut diamonds. T...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Toliro Horse and Horseshoe Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat Toliro Horse and Horse Shoe Pendant. The pendant features an image of a horse head from its side framed by a horseshoe. The majority of the pendant has a smooth shiny finish...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Carlo Barberis 18KT White Gold Yellow Sapphires, Brown & White Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This stunning pendant necklace was crafted by Italy's renowned Carlo Barberis known for his creativity and elegant touches of fantasy. Set in 18 karat white gold the yellow sapphire...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Platinum Tiffany & Co. 3.69 Cttw Diamond Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Troy, MI
An authentic & elegant Tiffany & Co. necklace from the Jazz Collection crafted in platinum in the roaring 20's style! 162 round brilliant cut diamonds (3.69 Cttw est.) of exceptional...
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Early 2000s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

18kt White Gold Pendant with Opal, Sapphire & Phrenite
Located in Seattle, WA
Kary Adam Designed, 18kt White Gold Pendant with Opal, Sapphire & Phrenite on an 18kt White Gold Chain of 18". This lovely colorful pendant disp...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

2000s 18 Karat Diamonds Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The pendant is finely crafted in 18k white gold with diamonds weighing approximately total of 2.00 carat. Circa 2000.
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Deakin & Francis 18 Karat White Gold Sapphire Cross Pendant and Chain
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London This simple cross pendant is delicate and dainty. It is made up from 6 individual small sparkling blue sapphire gemstones encased in a 18...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Deakin & Francis 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Cross Pendant and Chain
Located in Birmingham, West Midlands
DEAKIN & FRANCIS, Piccadilly Arcade, London This simple cross pendant is delicate and dainty. It is made up from 6 individual small sparkling diamond gemstones encased in a 18ct whi...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.50 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive contemporary 2.50 Carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse diamond jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning contemporary diamond pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. The vertical, central pale of the pendant is ornamented with three modern brilliant round cut diamonds, each six-claw set within a star shaped setting; the diamonds subtly graduate in size with the largest to the nadir. This central setting is encompassed with a rectangular border embellished with thirty pavé set modern brilliant round cut diamonds, totalling 1.42Cts. The pendant suspends from a contemporary 18k yellow gold 45.72cm/18" curb chain via an integrated bale attachment to the upper border of the design, featuring a further modern brilliant round cut diamond. The ring loop is hallmarked to the reverse with the maker's mark (FEI), the gold guarantee mark (crown), the 18k gold guarantee mark 750, the London Assay Office hallmark (leopard's head), and the date letter for 2008 (j). This impressive diamond pendant is supplied with an independent diamond grading report card. Images do not always reflect the true color and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual color and showcases each stone. Condition This impressive pendant is exceptional quality, set with very high color graded and well color matched diamonds displaying a fine white color and brilliance. The pendant is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition, with very clear hallmarks to the reverse of the bale. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this stunning F color diamond pendant in gold...
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Early 2000s English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Daniel K. Platinum Cross Pendant with 6 GIA Certified 4.38 Asscher Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This platinum cross is designed with six evenly matched Asscher Cut Diamonds. Each one of the Diamonds is in a four prong setting. Each diamond has it's own GIA certificate. The plat...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Golden Clown Pendant, Handmade, with Diamonds, Ruby and Lapis Lazuli with Chain
Located in Heerlen, NL
One (1) 18K. Yellow and White Gold Pendant with Chain, stamped 750 set with: 21 round brillant cut natural diamonds, 2 oval cabuchon natural Rubies and 1 Lapis Lazuli Ball. Hand mad...
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Early 2000s Dutch Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Rare 60 Carat Heart Brilliant Purple-Pink Kunzite Diamond Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
A Breathtakingly Striking HANDMADE 14k White Gold Pendant with Beautiful Heart Cut Kunzite in Purple-Pink color! The GEM is 60.58CT and measures 23.96x29.47x15.26mm! This Stone will...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Sapphire and Diamond Circle Pendant. White gold 18K. Sapphire Diameter: Approximately 4.79 millimeters. Round cut Diamond Diameter: Approximately 1.10 millimeter. Diameter: Approxima...
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Early 2000s Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire

18 Karat White Gold Baby Shoe Charm with Light Blue and Green Enamel
Located in New York, NY
"The Absolute Perfect Gift for Mom" This 18 karat white gold baby bootie shoe is detailed with light blue and light green enamel, accented with an 18 kar...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Diamond Heart Pendant with Chain Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
A diamond heart pendant set in 18k yellow gold. The pendant is designed in a classic heart motif and is pave-set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds. The diamonds set with...
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Early 2000s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bulgari Allegra White Gold Gemstone Necklace
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous Bulgari Allegra necklace featuring 5 multicolored gemstones set in 18k white gold. The 5 gemstones are bezel set and freely swing. ...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, White Gold

Chanel Black Resin CC Pendant Necklace 2009
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An uber-cool Chanel Black CC Necklace from 2009. Featuring a gold plated chain with CC hang tag and black resin disc adorned with crystals in the shape of the iconic CC motif. Signed...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine 0.27 carat diamond and platinum solitaire pendant; part of our vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This impressive diamond solitaire pendant has been crafted in p...
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Early 2000s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Diamond Gold Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond on white Gold Heart shape Pendant on chain Necklace. Diamond estimated weight: 0.31 carat. Pendant length: 1.34 centimeters. Necklace length: 34.00 centimeters.
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Early 2000s Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

1.96 Carat White Round Brilliant Diamond Stud Earrings with Necklace in 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
This attractive pendant set features a beautifully hand-made pair of stud earrings weighing 0.72 carats with GH color and VS clarity and an impressive-looking pendant weighing 1.24 ...
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Early 2000s Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Roberto Coin Diamond Heart Necklace with Diamond Chain in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Beautifully hand crafted heart necklace with bezel set diamond chain in 18k yellow gold. The details are as follows: Diamond weight : 1 carat ( GH color and VS clarity ) Metal : 1...
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Diamonds and Onyx Dragoon Pendant in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Cattolica, IT
A stunning 18 Karat yellow gold pendant featuring a diamond design inspired dragoon in white gold and Diamonds. All the decorations are placed on a Onyx plate. Embellished with a Med...
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Cellini 18KT White Gold, 8.10 Carat Pear Shaped Amethyst Pendant with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Cellini Jewelers NYC 18 karat white gold pendant is designed with a pear shaped Amethyst drop set in a Diamond bezel. The center Amethyst stone is joined with an oval rose cut and...
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Early 2000s Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Heart Design Diamond Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Heart shape with diamond pendant white gold chain necklace. Diamond estimated weight: 0.25 carat total. Pendant: 2.00 centimeters. Ch...
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Early 2000s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

Pasquale Bruni ORME Footsteps Diamond Foot White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k White Gold ORME Diamond Foot Pendant Necklace by Pasquale Bruni. With Round brilliant cut diamonds total weight approx. 2.6ct This necklace comes with Box and Certificate of au...
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Heart Diamond Gold Necklace
Located in Geneva, CH
Heart Shape pendant with diamond on yellow gold. Chain necklace in yellow gold. Diamond estimated weight: 0.005 carat. Pendent length: 1.50 centimeters including bail. Chain length: ...
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Platinum Diamond, Moonstone Pendant-Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Pendant Necklace crafted in an openwork design set with foliate motifs made of diamonds and moonstone mounted in platinum with approximately 9.37 carats of moonstone and 2.55 carat...
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum

18 Karat Rose and White Gold 1.25 Carat Diamond Geometric Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This edgy pendant is a geometric design in a shiny 18 karat rose gold layered with a white gold section set with a single row of round brilliant diamonds. The 1.5" pendant hangs from a 16" rose gold chain. This pendant is part of a collection made by Tanagro for Cellini NYC. Please see our other listings for matching pieces...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Pink Sapphire Heart on a Full Diamond Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
Designed with a Princess in mind, this 18 karat white gold Diamond heart pendant shows meticulous craftsmanship. The front of the puffed heart is pave set with round Diamonds in an o...
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Early 2000s German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamonds and Sapphires White Gold Heart Pendant Necklace, Made in Italy
Located in Valenza, AL
18Kt White Gold Double Heart Pendant Necklace with Diamonds and Sapphires. Handmade in Italy in Our Atelier in Valenza (AL). French Settings. Blue Rodhium on Sapphires Setting. 18Kt Gold g 21.20 G Color Vs Clarity White Diamonds ct 2.85 Sapphires ct 2.60 Chain Length cm 50.00 with a resizing ring for wear it 5 cm shorter. Beautiful Hearts Inlays...
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Turn heads with this spectacular blue sapphire and diamond drop pendant necklace in platinum. Perfect as a bridal piece or for that special occasion. The floral pendant centerpiece i...
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Early 2000s Indonesian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18 Karat Rose Gold Pendant with Pear Shape Rose Quartz and Diamond Toggle
Located in New York, NY
This lovely 18 karat rose gold necklace features a multi faceted pear shaped Rose Quartz bezel set drop. It hangs from a rose gold open link 18" chain. Joining the pendant with the...
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Early 2000s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

"Dishabille" Ribbon Pendant with Diamond Accents on Wire Chain in Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This lovely and unusual 18 karat gold pendant is cast in the shape of a gracefully unraveling ribbon. The suggestion of diaphanous, flowy fabric is enhanced by the pendant's sanded ...
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Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Necklace Pendant Brooch Diamond Flower
Located in Geneva, CH
Necklace Chain Pendant convertible Brooch set by 294 Diamonds round cut 9.64 carats, 20 Diamonds 7.25 carats, 15 Diamonds 1.12 carats and 6 Diamond...
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Early 2000s Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond

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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