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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 21st Century and Contemporary
Period: 1980s
1.12 Carat Diamond and Glass Filled Ruby 12.50 Carat Pendant in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A brand new diamond and glass filled ruby pendant in 18 karat gold. The total diamond weighs 1.12 carat and glass filled ruby weighs 12.50 carat. The total weight of pendant is 11.01...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte-Finish Cross Pendant, Imprinted with the Word "Jerusalem" on the Front and Enhanced with 0.05 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Bale Sliding on a 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K white gold Diamonds: 9 round brilliant cut = .48cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1 Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length Weight: 2.47 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Hand-Engraved 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal Clasp on Peruvian Opal Necklace
Located in Greenville, SC
An 18k yellow gold "X" shaped clasp back-set with one oval 4.34 carat Australian Black Opal and hand engraved leaves and vines, on a Peruvian opal necklace, 325TCW, with 18k yellow g...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Round and Blue Oval Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 0.12 ct. white diamond rounds with a nice big blue stone in this handmade pendant necklace. Carefully handcrafted in 14k yellow gold. Length of chain is 18".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

6.43 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant Halo Necklace in 18 karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
6.43 Carat Green Tourmaline and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18 karat Gold This is a handmade, one of a kind creation by H&H Jewels. It features a 6.43 carat of tourmaline surroun...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.50 Carat Natural Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Pendant 14 Karat White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.52 Carat Natural Diamond and Sapphire Necklace 14K White Gold 100% Natural Diamonds and Sapphire 3.52CT G-H SI 14K White Gold Prong style 5.30 gram 3...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Channel Set Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamonds: 20 round brilliant cut = 1.00cttw Color: I Clarity: SI1-2 Dimensions: pendant measures 26.75 X 20.50mm Weight: 2.96 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Maria Kotsoni- Contemporary 18K Gold, Wreath of Life, Sculptural Charm Necklace
Located in Nicosia, CY
The Wreath of life, charm for 2021 is crafted in 18K gold hallmarked in Cyprus. This minimalist, statement charm necklace, comes in a highly polished finish and is attached on a stan...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

8.41 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond Station Necklace 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k Rose Gold 8.41ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Station Necklace Material: 18k Rose Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 8.41ctw of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds. There are 48 stones tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rachel Koen 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Hamsa Pendant 0.30cttw
Located in New York, NY
This majestic Hamsa pendant features 0.30cttw brilliant round white diamonds in micro pave setting. At the center evil eye symbol bezel set with a tiny dia...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Dolce & Gabbana Spring Citrine Amethyst Butterfly Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Citrine Amethyst Emerald Butterfly Spring Pendant Necklace by Dolce & Gabbana. With 8 marquise citrines, quartz variety, 3 drop-shaped and oval amethysts, quartz var...
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Yellow Gold

0.10 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stick Figure Meditating Necklace
Located in Woodstock, GA
0.10 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stick Figure Meditating Necklace. This pendant necklace was handmade with 18-karat yellow gold. It features a 0.10-carat ruby. This pendant is on an 18-inch chain necklace with a lobster clasp. The pendant depicts a stick figure man meditating with his legs crossed with a ruby as a head. The pendant measures 5/8ths inches high by 3/8ths inches wide. This ruby 18-karat yellow gold pendant necklace is a one-of-one jewelry design by the award-winning art jewelry designer Brenda Smith...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate 14 Karat White Gold Diamond Pendant
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautifully designed diamond drop pendant with dazzling square-cut diamonds. Metal: 14K White Gold Weight: 4.4 Grams Diamond Weight: Approximately 1.75 ct Diamond Color: H Dia...
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Early 2000s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1.31 Ct 18 Karat Gold Invisible Set Heart Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K Gold Beautiful Heart Necklace with 14 Natural Round Diamonds with total weight of 1.31 Ct Invisible Set (No Prong, No metal to obstruct the view of diamonds) Diamond necklace. To...
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2010s American Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18ct Yellow Gold and Diamond Necklace "Maternity Star"
Located in AGNES WATER, AU
"Maternity Star" 18ct yellow gold featuring a cabochon cut (dome-shaped) amethyst center stone surrounded by nine white diamonds (TDW 0.22ct), which is a reflection on the miracle ...
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2010s Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Tourmaline Garnet Pendant Necklace 9.13 TCW GIA Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Diamond Tourmaline Garnet Pendant Necklace 17" 9.13 TCW GIA Certified $9,795 213257 This is a Unique Custom Made Glamorous Piece of Jewelry! Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Di...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 14k Gold

Marina B Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Blue Topaz and Diamond, 1980s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic articulated necklace created by Marina B in 1980s. Elegant and wearable, the necklace is a great addition to your jewelry collection. The necklace is made of 18 karat yellow go...
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1980s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Base Metal

3.40 Carats Total Round Blue Sapphire & Diamond Reversible Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A unique circle pendant necklace showcasing round brilliant diamonds weighing 1.60 carats total on one side, and reverses to round blue sapphires weighing 1.80 carats total on the ot...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace on Suede
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany designer, Thomas Kurilla created this 14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Necklace on Suede, K.I.S.S. Keep it simple seasonally. Come on, who can design better than God? Butterfli...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov, 0.79 Carat Round Diamond Bezel Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and versatile solitaire pendant necklace showcasing a single round diamond in a 14 karat white gold bezel. Attached to a 16 inch white gold chain. Style available in diffe...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Elegant Diamond and Gold pendant
Located in New York, NY
An intricately designed pendant with 0.25Ct of diamonds set in white gold.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt Pink Gold Heartshaped Necklace, Pendant Set With 2.30ct Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Pink Gold Heartshaped Necklace, Pendant Set With 2.30ct Diamonds Stunning pink gold heartshaped necklace fully set with brilliant cut diamond...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Natural Sapphire Diamond Necklace 14k Gold 1.51 TCW Certified
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Natural Sapphire Diamond Necklace 18" 14k Gold 1.51 TCW Certified $4,950 215426 MADE IN ITALY Nothing says, “I Love you” more than Diamonds and Pearls! This Sapphire necklace has ...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Charm Pendant Yellow Gold White Diamonds Hand Decorated with Micro Mosaic
Located in London, GB
Micro Mosaic artists tiny handwoven Venetian enamel rods obtained from the high temperature melting of nine base colors with diamond dust, realizing endless combinations of tones and...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold 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, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rosior by Manuel Rosas "Dog" Pendant Necklace set in White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary "Dog" Pendant Necklace manufactured in White Gold and set with: - 1296 colorless (F-VVS) Diamonds with 10,75 ct; - 496 Yellow Diamonds with 5,07 ct; - 113 Black D...
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21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, Go...

1.0 Carat Diamond Cluster Diamond Station Necklace 18 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 1.0ctw Diamond Cluster Diamond Station Necklace Material: 18k White Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 1.0ctw of Round Cut Diamonds Diamond Stations: There are 8 bez...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Leaf Pendant, Accented with Diamonds
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Leaf Pendant, Enhanced with 0.27 Carats of Pave Set Diamonds, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Celebration Key of Amsterdam Pendant White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Bonebakker Key of Amsterdam pendant in 18 karat white gold with 0.35 carat diamonds. Special anniversary edition of the Key of Amsterdam, set with extra diamonds. Designed for the 2...
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21st Century and Contemporary Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Floral Diamond Set Pendant 18 Karat White Gold
Located in London, GB
A floral diamond set pendant in 18 karat white gold. This elegant contemporary necklace is of floral design, each flower comprising of a round cut brilliant cut diamond petals and a...
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2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov, 1.75 Total Carat Three Stone Heart Shape Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple but elegant diamond pendant necklace showcasing a row of three heart shape fancy intense yellow diamonds that elegantly drop on a platinum chain. Accented by 54 bright round...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Roman Malakov 0.47 Carats Round Diamond Bezel Set Solitaire Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This necklace speaks simplicity. Perfect for everyday wear. Solitaire pendant necklace showcasing a single 0.47 carat round diamond G color and VS in clarity, made with 18 karat rose...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Effy White Black Green Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Cross Pendant Charm
By Effy
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Pendant Height: 46 mm Weight: 26 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Hallmarks: EFFY 14K Total Weight: 4.5 Gram Condition: Pre Owned Stone Type: 0.95 CT Diamonds
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Early 2000s American Pendant Necklaces

Phillips House Large Infinity Necklace N20223PDW 1.00 Carat Diamond Disc
Located in Carmel, IN
Gold and Diamond Large Infinity Necklace (1.00 tcw) Style Number: N20223PDW Size: 18mm in diameter Material: 14k White Gold Length: 18"
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Maria Kotsoni, Hand Sculpted 18k Gold Black & White Diamond Flying Bee Pendant
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Flying Bee’, charm pendant, is hand sculpted and crafted in 18k yellow Gold, hallmarked in Cyprus. This impressive statement pendant, comes in a highly polished finish and featu...
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2010s Cypriot Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Sphalerite and White Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous GIA certified 89.38 ct. sphalerite pear shape with 1.50 ct. white diamond rounds. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Unique and rare piece. GIA certificate included.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold

18kt Pink Gold 1.34ct White and 0.84 Ct Black Diamonds Heartshaped Necklace
Located in Antwerp, BE
Pink gold heartshaped necklace set with black and white diamonds. Diamonds: White brilliant cut diamonds together ca. 1.34 Cts, black diamonds toge...
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21st Century and Contemporary Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Flexible Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This flexible diamond pendant features 0.39 carats of G VS diamonds set in 18K white gold. 5.7 grams total weight. Made in Italy. Viewings available in our NYC showroom by appointm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 1.01 Carats Total Oval & Round Diamond Halo Drop Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcases a single oval cut diamond weighing 0.26 carats, surrounded by two rows of round brilliant diamonds in a open-work halo design. Attached to a short diamonds by the yard...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.62 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat White Gold Onyx Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Brera collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the chain are in 18 carat white g...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fancy Yellow Marquise Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This piece comes from J.Birnbach's highly-curated Fancy Yellow Diamond collection. The 18-karat yellow gold pendant features a gorgeous 0.82 carat fancy light yellow marquise-shaped ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18CT Rose Gold Emerald and Diamond Pendant and Necklace
Located in Sydney, NSW
Pear shaped natural Colombian (based on my opinion) Emeralds , crafted with eighteen karat rose gold, featuring a stunning selection of fifty-eight claw and rub over set natural roun...
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2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rose Gold

1.60 Carat Round Diamond Plaque Pendant in White Gold with Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous, Unique Diamond Plaque Pendant w/ Unique Chain Plaque Features Invisible-Set Princess-Cut Diamonds Interrupted by a Zig-Zag Dimensions...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

De Beers Rough Diamond Yayadhama Amulet Pendant from Talisman Collection
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous "Yayadhama" (Yaya-Damma) Amulet Pendant from De Beers Talisman Collection Features Round, Marquise, and Rough Tumbled Diamonds Set in Mask P...
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Early 2000s American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Hera Sterling Silver and 18k Rose Gold Station Necklace with Diamond Leaf Ball
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Hera Material: sterling silver / 18K rose gold Diamond: 32 round cut = .32cttw Color: G Clarity: SI1-2 Weight: 28.53 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver

14 Karat White Gold Large Alex Cushion Cut Quartz Pendant with Diamond Accents
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Alex Cushion Cut Pendant With Round Diamonds 0.20 Total Diamond Weight. 4.59 grams total weight.
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

0.38 Carat Total Brilliant Round Diamond Open-Work Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful and unique pendant showcasing a triangular open-work design set with 0.38 carats of round brilliant diamonds. Diamonds are approximately F-G color, SI1 clarity. Made in Y...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold and Diamond Heart Charm / Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat White Gold Heart Charm/Pendant with Round Diamonds 0.23 TDW. 2.73 grams total weight.
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Andreoli Tahitian Pearl Drop Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Andreoli Tahitian Pearl Drop Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Chain Necklace This Andreoli Pendant features: - 0.38 carat diamond - 13.00mm x 11.00mm Tahitian Drop...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace with Diamond Encrusted Pendant 0.25 TDW
Located in Stamford, CT
14Kt Yellow Gold 20 Inch Necklace with Diamond Encrusted Pendant 0.25 Total Diamond Weight 4.47 grams total weight.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Estate 18 Karat White Gold Pink and White Diamond Daisy Flower Fashion Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate 18K white gold pink and white diamond daisy flower fashion necklace. Showcasing one fancy pink round brilliant cut diamond weighing 0.18 carats, having I1 clarity grade. Accen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Opal Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: pendant measures 25.6 X 15.1mm Weight: 1.86 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Opal, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold 1.15 Carat White and Black Diamonds Cross Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Type: Necklace Wearable Length: 16" Pendant:26 mm * 16 mm Metal: White Gold Metal Purity: 14K Stone Type:Black & White Diamonds 1.15 CT G VS2 Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 6.5 Grams C...
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2010s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold Pendant chain necklace. Pendant sizes :7.87 in. x 7.87 in. Chain length :16.53 in. Alex Jona jewels stand ou...
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18ct Yellow Gold Emerald & Diamond Ring, Pendant & Earrings Set
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A beautiful Emerald & Diamond parure of jewellery, comprising a Ring, Earrings & Pendant. This stunning Ring, Earrings & Pendant set - using Emeralds & Diamonds, are all set in 18K y...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold

Regal Pink Sapphire and Diamond Pendant
Located in London, GB
An exceptional pink sapphire, weighing 0.58 carats, surrounded by a halo of diamonds, weighing 0.10 carats, in the Hirsh Regal setting. Handmade in 18K Rose Gold. Formed deep within...
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2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct White Gold Pear Shaped Tanzanite & Diamond Ring & Necklace Set
Located in Cape Town, ZA
A beautiful Pear Shaped Tanzanite & Diamond parure of jewellery, comprising a Ring & Necklace. This stunning Ring & Necklace set - using Tanzanite’s & Diamonds, are all set in 18K wh...
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21st Century and Contemporary South African Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White 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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