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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Garnet
Gemstone: Cultured Pearl
Freshwater Cultured Pearl Spiral Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Give an elegant twist to your looks with this Freshwater cultured pearl pendant, crafted in 14k rose gold. The beautiful pearl is wrapped by a spiral metal loop and linked to a diamo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K rose gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-4mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Classic Round 1ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

"Chinese Lantern" Tahitian Pearl Tassel Fob in 14k & 18k Gold with Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This funky, one-of-a-kind pendant features an unusual and very baroque green Tahitian pearl. Eytan Brandes played up the pearl's unique silhouette with vintage components -- rose ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gol...

4.5 Carat Diamond "Mad Heart" Pendant in Platinum with Silver Akoya Pearls
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This gorgeous, modern pendant was probably made in the 1970's or 1980's and started out in life as a brooch, sans pearls. We converted it to a pendant and capped the ends with a pai...
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Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum, White Gold, 14k...

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-5mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 0.85ct Garnet Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped intense red garnet is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop garnet pendant with V bale is scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Gold

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.30ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.30ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Freshwater Cultured Pearl & 2.85ct Amethyst Lariat Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k white gold lariat style necklace draws the eye with its simple elegance. The Freshwater cultured pearl is linked to a bezel-set deep purple amethyst by a chain, forming a st...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.85ct Garnet Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped intense red garnet is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop garnet pendant with V bale is scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K rose gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.85ct Garnet Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped intense red garnet is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop garnet pendant with V bale is scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold

ANGARA Natural Classic Round 2.2ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.80ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K yellow gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 0.85ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural 1.30ct Garnet Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped intense red garnet is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop garnet pendant with V bale is scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Gold

ANGARA Natural 0.85ct Garnet Teardrop Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A pear-shaped intense red garnet is secured in a prong setting and embellished with a diamond accent on the top. Simple yet stunning, this teardrop garnet pendant with V bale is scul...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern take on the vintage wishbone pattern, this pearl pendant necklace in 14K rose gold is designed to evoke an old-world charm. The intricately set Freshwater cultured pearl loo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K yellow gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K white gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-4mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K rose gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain de...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl & 2.85ct Amethyst Lariat Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k yellow gold lariat style necklace draws the eye with its simple elegance. The Freshwater cultured pearl is linked to a bezel-set deep purple amethyst by a chain, forming a s...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K white gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K yellow gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl & 2.85ct Amethyst Lariat Necklace in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k rose gold lariat style necklace draws the eye with its simple elegance. The Freshwater cultured pearl is linked to a bezel-set deep purple am...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-7mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Classic Round 1.5ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-6mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-5mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.30ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 0.85ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-6mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-7mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

Natural Classic Round Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum (Size-8mm)
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.80ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

ANGARA Natural Pear-Shaped 1.80ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in Platinum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This platinum classic solitaire garnet pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped garnet captivates with its intense red ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Platinum

AJD Garnet and Genuine Zircon Sterling Pendant Great Gift
Located in Raleigh, NC
Sparkling Rhodolite Heart Shape Garnet, 1.21 carats enhanced with real, natural zircon of 0.42 carats in sterling silver pendant. This lovely pendant has the special character of Rh...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Zircon, Rhodolite, Sterling Silver

Garnets, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold and Rose 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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1970s Italian Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern take on the vintage wishbone pattern, this pearl pendant necklace in 14K yellow gold is designed to evoke an old-world charm. The intricately...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heart Cut Mixed Stones Cross Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our Vintage Heart Cut Mixed Stones Cross Necklace Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold, a timeless piece of jewelry that exudes simple vintage c...
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Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Heart-Shaped Bale in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Nothing connotes love better than this charming diamond heart pendant in 14K yellow gold. It features a round Freshwater cultured pearl that illuminates with its delightful hue, whil...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K rose gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain de...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K yellow gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K white gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl V-Bale Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hanging from a V-bale, the peg-set round Freshwater cultured pearl allures with its classic white color. Right below the bale sits a prong-set diamond accent that adds to the beauty ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K white gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater c...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold, 14k Gold

Red Garnet Pendant 3 Carat Set with Diamond 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Laguna Niguel, CA
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Red Garnet = 3 Carat Cut: Emerald Color: Vivid Deep Red Clarity: Eye Clean Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 4.2 mm Diamonds = 0.08 Carats Cut: Round ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K yellow gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl V-Bale Pendant with Diamond in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hanging from a V-bale, the peg-set round Freshwater cultured pearl allures with its classic white color. Right below the bale sits a prong-set diamond accent that adds to the beauty ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, White Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K yellow gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

ANGARA Natural Classic Round 2.20ct Garnet Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a single bale is a sparkling garnet secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire garnet pendant has a simple design and draws all the attention towards its deep red hue....
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, White Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Infinity Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern classic, this pearl infinity necklace in 14K rose gold is a beautiful interpretation of the popular infinity symbol. The infinity loop softly cuddles the round Freshwater cu...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Freshwater Cultured Pearl Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A modern take on the vintage wishbone pattern, this pearl pendant necklace in 14K rose gold is designed to evoke an old-world charm. The intricately set Freshwater cultured pearl loo...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Solitaire Freshwater Cultured Pearl Pendant with Diamonds in 14K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14K white gold solitaire pearl pendant offers a simple yet elegant look. The diamonds pavé set on the bale offer a glittering effect to the lustrous pearl, while the milgrain d...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 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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