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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Style: Victorian
Style: Modernist
Pellini Italy Gilt Metal Necklace with Memphis Multicolor Lucite Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This gorgeous Donatella Pellini Italy choker necklace features a modernist design. The gilded metal multi-chain choker shape is ornate with a massive oval pendant with Memphis style ...
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1980s Italian Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Heavy Oval Locket Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Star Motif with 9 Diamonds
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, with a total of 14 g, particularly heavy and highly valuable manufacture, Victoria Collection, star motif with 9 diamonds total 0.07 ct,...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Heart Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - robust design - 23 x 25 mm
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant necklace, Hallmark Collection by Victor Mayer, 18k yellow gold, measurements app. 23.0 mm x 25.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is intern...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.11ct Aquamarine Pendant w Natural Diamond Accents Solid 14K Gold Pear 18x12mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Santa Maria Aquamarines are rare and coveted gemstones. This gorgeous pendant showcases a large 8 carat pear cut aquamarine set in a diamond accented pendant in 14k white gold. Spec...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Rare 4.90 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl 18 KT/Silver Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding antique Victorian era pendant is 1870 ca Artful hand crafted in the glorious crafting of the era, 18 Kt with portions of silver topping over gold to the inner Diamon...
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1870s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage 1970s Signed Napier Goldtone & White Enamel "Molten" Pendant Necklace
Located in Easton, PA
1970s goldtone and white enamel "molten" pendant necklace with hook clasp. Marked "Napier." Measures: 9 inches long by 5 inches wide. Excellent condition. This is from the early 1970s based on similarly designed items advertised between 1971 and 1973. Vintage Napier jewelry...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Rare Hidden Key Victorian 18k Ball Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous hidden key ball pendant from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This stylish piece is made of vibrant 18kt yellow gold and has a three-dimensional spherical shape. The outside of...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique 15k Gold Locket, Turquoise and Pearl, Portrait, Forget Me Not
Located in NEWARK, GB
This beautiful antique 15kt gold, Turquoise and Pearl locket is really a very special and sentimental piece. Rich aged 15kt yellow gold with a pretty wreath of forget me not flowers...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boxed Victorian era gold pearl miniature portrait pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
For sale a rare piece of miniature portrait pendant, featuring a lovely young lady in a white lace dress. The pendant is made during the 19th century, the Victorian era and it is ver...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Antique 18K Gold Circa 1900s Natural Old Mine Cut Diamond And Enamel Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Totally is diamond about 0.70 ct. The diamond is has H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally Chain lenght is necklace 42 cm. Acid tested...
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Early 1900s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Space Age Modernist Necklace Green Iridescent Resin Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Space Age Mid-Century modernist pendant necklace features a heavy silvered metal extra-long chain complemented with an oversized silvered metal disk pendant. The pendant ...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Stainless Steel

Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Magic Pearl 1967.
Located in Orimattila, FI
Lapponia Björn Weckström 14 Karat Gold Necklace Magic Pearl 1967. The pendant comes with a chain that is not original. Björn Weckström 1967 MADE IN FINLAND The Necklace is perfect co...
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1960s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold

Casa De Maya Mexico 1950 Mid Century Sculptural Retro Belt Buckle Pendant
Located in Miami, FL
Statement belt-buckle pendant designed by Casa De Maya. A rare vintage piece, created in Mexico during the mid-century back in the 1950. Crafted at the at...
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1950s Mexican Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Brass, Copper, Mixed Metal

Antique 19th Century 14K Gold Filigree Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique Dutch 19th century cross pendant created with fine wire and cannetille work. This lovely antique cross is beautifully decorated with a repoussé design throughout the cross...
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Mid-19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Modernist 925 Silver & Baltic Amber Chain Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Modern 925 silver and baltic amber chain pendant. The chain is stamped 925 Italy. The chain measures 16 inches and the pendant measures 2 3/4 inches long. In good condition.
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20th Century Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Amber, Silver

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Diamond Black Crystals Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gripoix Emerald Green Diamond Black Enamel Whole Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Tone Very good condition. 100% genuine. Some light colour loss or scrat...
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1980s German High Victorian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Victorian Russian 1.00 CTW Diamond Sapphire Pearl 14 Karat Gold Fringe Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm cable link chain centering a chainmail mesh station with chevron fringe With a row of alternating cushion cut sapphires and near-round pearls set east to west S...
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1880s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10K Gold Engine-Turned Mourning Locket with Braided Hair
Located in Venice, CA
This mourning jewelry locket is a real gem. It can be opened easily with a snapping button that releases the lid and reveals the inscription in cursive hand-writing from 1845. GWCL West is the name engraved on the top and behind original bevelled glass is a generous brown haired woven braid. The hair has been kept impeccably behind the thick glass. The edge of the medallion locket...
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1840s European Early Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Krementz Amethyst Pearl Pendant Brooch 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Victorian amethyst & seed pearl pendant/brooch (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold by Krementz. Oval faceted amethyst measures 21mm x 11m...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Amethyst, Enamel, Seed Pearl & 14K Gold Pendant / Brooch - Circa 1910
Located in Chatham, CA
Fine antique amethyst, seed pearl and 14K yellow gold pendant or brooch with blue and white 'forget-me-knot' enamel flowers and leaves - featuring a round bezel set amethyst to the c...
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Gold Victorian Ruby & Diamond Starburst Locket
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Victorian era Ruby & Diamond Starburst Locket composed of 18k yellow gold. With a central 0.15 carat red ruby set into a starburst of 8 Rose Cut diamo...
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1890s Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Rose Cut Red Garnet Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is a gorgeous cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features beautiful rose cut red garnets. Rare find. Circa 1880 Weight: 4.71g Size: 4.6x2.6cm ——— If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We describe our items accurately. Please note that in reality they can look much better because photo can’t capture that magical sparkle. We have many years of experience in this business. And we have a very carefully curated selection of pieces. You can buy with confidence. Thank you for your consideration. ——— “Laura Antiques Fine Jewellery...
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Late 19th Century Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Garnet Bracelet Flower Bohemian Garnets Antique 1880 Garnet Clasp
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS EARLY ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BELLE EPOQUE BOHEMIAN GARNET BRACELET WITH FLOWER FLORETS OF SUPERB DEEP RED WINE GARNETS WITH A FLO...
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19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver

Victorian Carnelian Enamel Micro-Mosaic 14 Karat Gold Intaglio Eagle Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped pendant suspending from an oval surmount - rotates via axis One side features a detailed micro-mosaic depicting an eagle holding a clutch of arrows Compris...
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1870s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Coral Bead 18K Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique French Victorian cross pendant created with natural coral cabochon bead stones. This lovely antique cross is beautifully decorated with seven red coral cabochons across the front. Of which one coral button set to the bail. The natural coral cabochon stones are round shaped and set throughout the cross. This beautiful handmade cross...
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, 18k Gold

Gems Are Forever 18K Yellow Gold Bezel Set Citrine Pear-Shaped Pendant
Located in beverly hills, CA
This necklace is crafted in 18-karat white gold and showcases a gorgeous pear-shaped citrine weighing approximately 4.00 carats. The citrine has a warm golden orange color and is ele...
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21st Century and Contemporary Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pal Kepenyes Bronze & Jasper Modernist Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Resurrection Vintage is excited to offer a vintage Pal Kepenyes bronze and jasper biomorphic drippy modernist necklace featuring a handmade chain and links, a coral-like bezel with a...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Jasper, Bronze

14K Yellow Gold Princess Lady Victorian Agate Cameo Carving Pendant Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
14 karat yellow gold princess lady victorian agate cameo carving pendant necklace This stunning Victorian Agate Cameo carving pendant necklace is a piece to marvel. The gold frame w...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Old pendant with diamonds and sapphire
Located in Chorzów, PL
An old classic elegant pendant made of 0.375 white and yellow gold with an oval dark blue sapphire weighing 1.00ct surrounded by 10 diamonds with a total weight of 0.10ct. A timeles...
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1950s British Victorian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 2.50ct Diamond Pendant Crescent Moon Enamel 14k Star Celestial
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Victorian diamond crescent moon pendant (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Old rose cut diamon...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Signed Modernist 1970's Gold, Silver, & Gemstone Necklace/Brooch by Resia Schore
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine convertible Modernist pendant necklace and brooch combination. By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor. In sterling silver, 1...
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1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.80 Ct. Diamond Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning Victorian era rare locket, shows its preciousness by the exquisite Turquoise Robin Egg colour Robin Egg enamelling work complemented by old mine cut Diamonds, 1880 ca E...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold

Victorian Micro mosaic Locket Pendant Etruscan revival 18 KT gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Victorian most wanted This beautiful Victorian period 18 KT gold has been hand crafted of solid 18 KT tested One very beautiful and distinctive in design, gold artwork, with beaded f...
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Mid-19th Century European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Madonna and Child Cameo Pendant Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Antique Victorian Rare
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning and very rare early antique Victorian - Belle Epoque Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch Pin with an exquisite museum ...
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19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Garnet and 14K Gold Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique 19th century gold pendant set with a bead and drop-shaped faceted garnet stones. The 14 karat gold cone-shaped cap is beautifully made by hand into a lovely openwork desig...
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Late 19th Century Dutch Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, 14k Gold

Victorian Emerald and Diamond 18K Gold Pendant / Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Victorian era emerald and diamond pendant / brooch in 18K yellow gold featuring a dangling charm enhanced by 1 ct. in total weight of square and rectangular cut emeralds. The pen...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst, Diamond and Pearl 14K Gold Necklace / Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One amethyst and diamond Victorian pendant charm centering one pear shape amethyst weighing 50 ct. with sixteen round brilliant cut diamond weighing a total of 1 ct. with G color and VS-1 clarity. Attached to a modern pearl necklace...
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1890s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14kt Gold and Cameo Pendant/Brooch 1953
Located in Orimattila, FI
14kt Gold and Cameo Pendant/Brooch 1953 Gold Stamp Helsinki Finland. Author Unknown. Well done. Eva Gyldén made these in Finland at that time (...
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1950s Finnish Victorian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold

1870s L. W. Fairchild Rolled Gold Floral Enamel Propelling Pencil Pendant
Located in Vilnius, LT
This is an elegant antique telescopic propelling pencil pendant designed by Leroy W. Fairchild. Circa 1870. It is gold cased and adorned with colourful sky blue and pink enamel in f...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Enamel

Victorian Garnet Necklace Flower Bohemian Garnets Antique 1880 Garnet Clasp
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS 19 INCH ANTIQUE VICTORIAN BELLE EPOQUE BOHEMIAN GARNET NECKLACE WITH FLOWER FLORETS IN THE CHAIN OF SUPERB DEEP RED WINE GARNETS...
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19th Century Czech Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Gold-filled, Silver

Ronald Hayes Pearson 14K Gold Modernist Fish Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
Ronald Hayes Pearson (1924 -96) was an influential figure in metalsmithing and modern jewelry. He regarded precious metals as plastic substances to be stretched or elongated into sim...
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1960s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Puig Doria 1970 Spain Barcelona Modernist Kinetic Necklace In .925 Sterling
Located in Miami, FL
A modernist necklace designed by Jose Maria Puig Doria. Beautiful sculptural kinetic piece, created in Barcelona Spain during the modernist period. This necklace choker has been mad...
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1970s Spanish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Double Heart Pendant with Diamond & Rubies - approx 1.04 tcw
Located in Danvers, MA
Sparkly and sentimental, this elegant diamond & ruby Double Heart was once part of a late Victorian brooch/pin. I've converted it to an easy to wear pendant by adding a hidden gold ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Silver

Victorian Bloodstone and Carnelian 9 Carat Gold Spinning Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic 9ct gold fob holds a carnelian and bloodstone that spin! The gold work above the stones are ornate and resembles chain links. Stone Diamet...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, Gold

Hans Hansen Scandinavian Modernist Yellow Gold Necklace, 1970
Located in Bruxelles, BE
A 14ct gold openable rigid necklace with three articulated elements designed by Danish manufacture "Hans Hansen" in the 1970'. A fine example of Scandinavian modernist jewellery...
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1970s Danish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Rose Cut Diamond Floral Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique floral rose cut diamond pendant, truly a treasure to behold. This early 20th Century oval-shaped pendant is created with many bright rose cut diamonds set in a silver and gold frame. The diamonds are set in a silver raised dome shaped mounting with mille griffe silver work in between the diamonds. The reverse of the pendant is created in 14 karat gold and has a grooved dome in the center. The lovely design of the pendant is reminiscent of a blooming flower. It is amazing the way the light reflects and refracts through the diamonds throughout the pendant, creating sparkle and brilliance. This antique rose cut diamond pendant...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant necklace by VICTOR MAYER - 18k yellow gold - Hallmark Collection, 8 diamonds total 0.16 ct, G VS, for two pict...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Jadeite Carved Agate 14K Yellow Gold Swimming Angel Fish with Bubbles Pendant
Located in North Attleboro, MA
This lovely vintage749 pendant features a whimsical undersea tableau of a swimming angelfish. The angelfish is composed of carved orange agate with natural color gradations that give the fish interesting striping. The fish is prong-set in 14k yellow gold against a large circular "sea" of jadeite. The fish has plenty of personality, blowing bubbles of gold from its mouth. The pendant is approximately 49.89mm in diameter. The agate fish...
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20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cabochon Garnet Diamond Heart Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Victorian garnet and diamond pendant and locket, circa 1860. The crystal on the reverse can be removed to encase hair or a photo. The garnet is a fabulous cabochon garne...
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1860s Unknown High Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold and Carnelian Ornate Fob Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique early Victorian 15 karat gold and carnelian fob pendant. This beautiful ornate fob with lions head and scrolling arches leading to an integral bail attached to a gold spli...
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Early 19th Century British Early Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Carnelian, 15k Gold

Bacchus Coral Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold Neoclassical God Dionysus Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning antique Coral Cameo Pendant depicting the God Bacchus dating to the Victorian to Edwardian period. The Coral Cameo of Bacchus is a very deep exquisite...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Victorian locket pendant book collar chain necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
AN IMPRESSIVE VICTORIAN c.1880 ENGRAVED WITH FLOWERS AND FOLIAGE LOCKET PENDANT ON THE BOOK COLLAR CHAIN. OUTSTANDING LOOKING AND EYE CATCHING NECKLACE. ...
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1880s European Late Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Base Metal

Heart Shaped Locket Pendant by Victor Mayer, 18k Yellow Gold, 8 Diamonds 0.16ct
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Heart shaped locket pendant by VICTOR MAYER - 18k yellow gold - Hallmark Collection, 8 diamonds total 0.16 ct, G VS, for two pictures About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Long and Heavy Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
This elaborate Victorian era yellow gold chain necklace was made in the 19th century, circa 1850s-1870s. The gold of the necklace was tested to be in the 18 karat range. Lenght: 103c...
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1890s British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Irvin and Bonnie Burkee Sterling Silver American Modernist Necklace
By Irvin and Bonnie Burkee
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sterling silver abstract modernist necklace created by Irvin and Bonnie Burkee, circa 1950's. Necklace has a 17" wearable neck length and is signed Burkee, Sterling on reverse. In very good vintage 1950's condition. Artist Biography: Irvin Burkee...
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1950s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Modernist Sterling Silver & Black Onyx Pendant - Mexico - 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Vintage modernist large sterling silver and bezel set black onyx pendant - hinged loop - unsigned - marked on the back 'MEXICO - 925' - late 20th ce...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Onyx, Sterling Silver

Natural Drop Shape Yellow Diamond Pendant set in 18K White Gold with Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
Introducing our extraordinary Spring Floral Pendant, a true embodiment of beauty and grace. This stunning piece features a captivating combination of the finest round brilliant cut d...
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2010s Hong Kong Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k White Gold - Diameter 21.0 mm
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round customizable polished locket pendant necklace, 18k white gold, Hallmark Collection, diameter app. 21.0 mm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internati...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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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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