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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Gemstone: Diamond
Gemstone: Sapphire
0.35 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Great Neck, NY
0.35 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold. Pendant measures approximately 0.65 inch length and 0.35 inch wide. 0.18 Carat Yellow Diamond 0.10 Carat White Diamond (Pen...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Gold Pendant with Enamelled Portrait and Diamonds
Located in Brisbane, QLD
A very fine Art Nouveau enamelled portrait pendant in two tone 14kt gold, set with diamonds. The piece dates to France during the early 20th century at the height of the Art Nouveau ...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Roberto Coin Circle of Life Pendent with Diamond Flower 8883002AYCHX
Located in Wilmington, DE
Roberto Coin Love in Verona Circle of Life Pendent with Diamond Flowers 18k Yellow Gold Diamonds 0.07 total weight Pendent Measure 20mm Chain measure 17" long with two additional...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18 Karat Gold and Enamel Contemporary Pendant Necklace 'Harper'
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy's wondrously designed celestial heavens and earth is exquisitely represented in her one-of-a-kind 18K-white and 22K-yellow gold, painted enamel contemporary pendant necklace. Dre...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k 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

Star of David Rose Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Unisex
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Unique 14K rose gold Star Of David pendant necklace, is set with a total of 0.47 carat round brilliant diamonds. David Star size is 0.60" inches. Please specify your desired chain l...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Roman Malakov 0.82 Carats Total Round Diamond Open-Work Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Showcasing this gorgeous 18K white gold heart pendant with an elegant open-work design; set with round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.82 ca...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 karat White Gold 1.00 TCW Pave Diamond Drop Pendant Chain Necklace 18"
Located in New York, NY
Natural 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Designer Fine Jewelry Beautifully crafted in 18k white gold, this pendant necklace is poli...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Bloom Diamond Key Necklace with Mother of Pearl in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Diamond Key Necklace with Mother-of-Pearl in 18K Yellow Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collection combines the richness of di...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold

2.7ct Diamond Accent Designer Square Pendant Necklace in 18kt Rose Gold By Gregg
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Gold 2.7 Carat Diamond Designer Square Pendant Fine Jewelry By Gregg Ruth Suspended from an 18" polished cable chain, this pendant presenting you 2.7 YCW of white and caram...
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2010s American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

GEMOLITHOS Maramenos & Pateras Diamond Pendant 18 Karat Gold
Located in Munich, DE
Maramenos & Pateras Diamond Pendant 18K Gold, est. Diam. 0,12ct, 1980´s
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1980s Greek Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Amy Y 18K Gold, Australian Boulder Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace 'Aspen'
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Amy Y’s 18K-yellow gold, diamond encrusted Australian boulder opal pendant necklace is a one-of-a-kind Jewel that honors the natural shape and beauty of this splendid opal. Created t...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant Diamond and Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An intricately designed pendant with 0.10Ct of diamonds set in white gold.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bloom Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Diamond Cluster Flower Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom c...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

11.00cttw Tanzanite & Diamond Pendant Necklace 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Tanzanite and diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 14K yellow gold. The pendant features prong set 11.00 carats of oval shaped Tanzanite and 0.09 carat of round cut ...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Ruby and Diamond White Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A saturated 1.08Ct ruby in a diamond (0.26Ct) 14K white gold pendant
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Bloom Pavé Diamond and Mother of Pearl Flower Necklace in 18k White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Pavé Diamond and Mother-of-Pearl Flower Necklace in 18K White Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collection combines the richness...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Crivelli Diamond Brown Topaz Elf Pendant Chain
Located in New York, NY
Evoke the enchantment of elven realms with this charming necklace crafted by Crivelli in Italy. Adorned with intricate details, the centerpiece is a delightful elf pendant, exquisitely embellished with sparkling brown topaz...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

1 Carat Colombian Emerald 1.68 Carats VS G Color Diamonds Withe Gold Necklace
Located in Milano, MI
This beautiful pendant made of 18 carat Withe gold for 12.50 grams boasts a central Colombian Emerald of 1 carat and 332 VS G color diamonds for a total of 1.68 carats. the lenght o...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat Omega and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Beach, FL
14KT YELLOW GOLD "OMEGA" AND DIAMOND PENDANT NECKLACE diamonds weighing approximately .94 carats, length approximately 19 inches
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond

0.25 Carat Pink Sapphire VS G Color Diamonds 1.68 Carats.Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Milano, MI
This beautiful pendant made of 18 carat Rose gold for 9.92 grams boasts a central pink Sapphire of 0.25 carat and 56 VS G color diamonds for a total of 1.68 carats. any item of ou...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Elegant Diamond and Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
An intricately designed pendant with 0.44Ct of diamonds set in 18K white gold.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 18 Karat White Gold 2.00 Carat Round Pave Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate 18K white gold 2.00 carat round pave diamond circle pendant necklace. Showcasing 204 round brilliant cut diamonds, pave set in twelve rows, weighing a combined total of 2.00 c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4, 1 Carat Cabochon Citrine 0, 86 Carats VS G Color Diamonds Rose Gold Necklace
Located in Milano, MI
This beautiful pendant Acquabella collection made of 18 carat rose gold for 7,40 grams boasts a central cabochon citrine of 4.1 carat and VS G color diamonds 0,86 carats. the tota...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Heart Shape Pink Gemstone Necklace Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in IN
Presenting this exquisite heart-shaped pink gemstone necklace, adorned with diamond accents, crafted in 18 karat white gold. This stunning handm...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Roman Malakov 0.55 Carats Total Brilliant Round Shape Diamond Solitaire Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A simple and timeless solitaire pendant necklace showcasing a round brilliant diamond in a 4 prong white gold basket setting. Suspended on a rabbit ear bail attached to a 16 inch whi...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rubellite 5.97 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crab Brooch
Located in Bangkok, TH
Rubellite 5.97 Carat Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Crab Brooch This brooch also can be wear as a pendant. Some fingers are movable, high detailing backside. More than two carats of dia...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Estate GIA Certified Fancy Yellow Pear Shaped Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate GIA certified fancy yellow pear shaped diamond necklace. Centering one fancy yellow pear shaped GIA certified diamond weighing approximately 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond

Roman Malakov 1.15 Carat Round Diamond Encrusted Circle Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A simple and elegant necklace featuring an 18k white gold open circle design set with dazzling round diamonds. The diamonds graduate in size and weigh 1.15 carats total. Comes with a...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.23 Carat Vs G Diamonds on 18 Carat White Gold Pendant the Object Weighs 10.29
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Pagano 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, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rachel Koen 18k White Gold 4.54ct Purple Garnet & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A pear-shaped purple 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 sculpted ...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, White Gold

Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collection combines...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Necklace in 18K Rose Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collection combines the richness of diamonds and ...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Halo Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Gold and Diamond Flower Halo Necklace in 18K Rose Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collectio...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Rose Gold

Bloom Diamond Solo Flower Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
Bloom Diamond Solo Flower Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold Inspired by the exquisite petals of the alpine cinquefoil flower, the Bloom collection combines the richness of diamonds and pr...
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2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

14k Italian MCM Yellow Gold .25 ct Diamond Necklace with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
I just love this necklace! The design is just so cool and I haven't seen any others like this. It has 7 brilliant cut diamonds measuring 2.0 x 2.0 x 1.5 mm. The Clarity is SI1 an...
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2010s Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.85 Carat Oval Emerald and Diamond Curved Bar Necklace 14 Karat In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold 0.85ctw Oval Emerald and Diamond Curved Bar Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone/Diamond Details: Approximately 0.85ctw of Oval shaped Emerald. Approximately ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Owl Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Diamonds 0.10 ct approx Chain sold separately Crafted with 18 karat yellow gold, this pendant is enriched with 0.10 carats of dazzling diamonds, nee...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.23 Carat VS G Diamonds on 18 Carat White Gold and Onyx Pendant
Located in Milano, MI
This wonderful Leo Milano pendant from our Pagano collection shows in every detail a very complicate yet perfectly done workmanship. The pendant and the cha...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stylish Pendant Charm Yellow Gold White Diamonds Micro Mosaic Designed by Fuksas
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 Modern Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow 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

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18kt Solid White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Stunning 5.5 CTW Diamond Heart Necklace in 18K Gold studded with round cut diamond. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthsto...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Diamond Triangle Necklace
Located in London, GB
Lead Time: 14 days Total carat weight approx. 1.415ct, 4 Triangle diamonds approx. 1.415ct in total (0.35ct each) Diamonds in G-H colour, VS clarity Other stones are available for b...
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Gold Deco Style Pendant with Opal and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco is the influence for the design of this modern pendant. This piece features a opal center rosecut stone with a black onyx backing to create a rich blue/green color. Fabricated in 18k gold, with a geometric rim of diamonds around the opal. This is a fashionable pendant which is beautiful worn alone, or layered with other necklaces. The pendant hangs from a gold round link chain...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Signed "Putti" Platinum Black Onyx Brooch or Pendant, circa 1920
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Signed "Putti" platinum Black Onyx, carved with figures of a man and a woman, Brooch / Pendant. Circled with round brilliant cut diamonds with a total diamond weight of 1.50 carats....
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Platinum Green Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Rhinebeck, NY
Platinum Green Diamond Pendant Necklace. Arrows are apart of human history, found in the depths of the earth by archaeologists discovering culture and sophistication of the human race...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Blue Enamel Shield Pendant in 14 Karat Gold with Diamond Star on Gold Rolo chain
Located in New York, NY
An updated take on the classic shield shape. This pendant, in stunning royal blue enamel, is set off by a gold star with a center diamond. It has chunky jump rings, and hangs off o...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Dimos 18k Gold Abstract Evil Eye Necklace with Tsavorites and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Abstract evil eye in 18 karat yellow gold set with 1.30 carats Tsavorites and 0.10 brilliant cut Diamonds. A larger size evil eye in an off round shape that hosts the chain behind t...
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2010s Greek Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold

Cartier Diamond Set 18ct White Gold Cross Symbols Necklace
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Cartier Diamond Set 18ct White Gold Cross Symbols Necklace Brand- Cartier Model- Symbols Necklace Product Type- Necklace Serial Number- DN**** Age- Circa 2017 Accompanied By- Cartie...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

0.53 Carat Diamond Pendant with Chain Necklace 14 Karat White Gold
By DGI
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful, Bold and yet Dainty.. This Chain Necklace has a U-Shaped Pendant that has 13 Round Cut Diamonds (Clarity: SI, Color: F) that weigh 0.53 Carats. The total carat weight of ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Rose Cut Blue Sapphire Sun Pendant, Silver with Paper-Link Chain
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
The glorious warm everlasting lamp of our lives, the Sun. Worshipped in many cultures, suns have various meanings to different people. When we feel lost and have an inability to see clearly, the sun never lets us down by rising and shining brightly upon the path, guiding us to what is important, back to ourselves or a new beginning. The sun reveals to us that new beginnings are born everyday, encouraging us to forgive ourselves when it set yesterday and reminds us to keep moving forward - as life on earth could not continue if the sun shut off for even a split moment. Details: - Rose Cut Light Blue Sustainable lab Sapphire (Our gemstones are sustainably created and are 100% the same chemical and physical properties as mined, just environmentally and ethically more friendly.) - Silver...
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2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Silver

Natural Diamond Pendant 1.10 ct 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Antwerpen, BE
Make sparkle a priority with this elegant baguette and Round diamond Cluster Halo with a delicate design open work around the cluster in this pendant necklace. Inspired by the era o...
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2010s Belgian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Gold

Heart Diamond Pendant 18k Solid White Gold, Fine Jewelry Bride To Be Gift
Located in Houston, TX
Heart Halo Diamond Pendant in 18K Gold studded in gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April birthstone ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French Daisy Margherite Flower 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a disc with an engraved daisy or margherite flower set to the centre with a rose-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.10...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari Monete Gold Ancient Coin and Blue Sapphire Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
BVLGARI Ancient Coin Necklace 18k Yellow Gold 18.5 Inches Length 66.3 g Total Weight Pendant 25 mm x 20 mm diameter Four cabochon sapphires bezel set. Designed as a 18k Yellow Gold...
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1980s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Orange Garnet and Diamond Two Toned Pendant and Chain in 14k Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 14k Yellow and White Gold Total Weight: 3.1 Grams Chain Length: 18" Diamond Count: 4 brilliant cut Diamond Clarity: H-I Diamond Color: VS ...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.37ct Pear Cut Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Pear Cut Deep Pink Red Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. This piece features a beautiful 1.37 Carat natural ruby with a deep pinkish red colour, this stone ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

Art Nouveau 1900 Enamel Orchid Pendant In 14Kt Gold With Diamond And Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau enameled orchid flower brooch. A beautiful three-dimensional antique piece created in America during the Art Nouveau period, back in the 1900. This pendant-brooch is a r...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k...

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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