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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 18th Century
Cartier 18 Karat Gold Diamond Set with Onyx Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier Metal: 18k Gold Condition: Excellent Year Of Manufacture: Circa 1920s Gemstone: Diamond Set With Onyx Length: 1.67 inches Total Item Weight: 8.7 g SKU#PD-00189
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

.35 Carat Diamond Synthetic Emerald Gold Tassel Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1930’s style Art Deco pendant necklace. The center piece of this necklace is the engraved, pierced and filigree 14k white gold pendant which is set with 9 round European cut diamonds and accented by 2 green synthetic French cut emeralds. 7 tassels dangle below the pendant adding to the elegance of the piece. The 18 inch cable chain gathers about an inch above the pendant. This necklace features a unique synthesis of a synthetic emerald gemstone and a shimmering diamonds, creating a beautiful contrast, indictive of the era. 9 round diamonds approx. total weight .35cts 2 French cut synthetic emeralds...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique 1920s Diamond and Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique European 0.35 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold set pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impressive antique 1920s diamond pendant...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold Pendant 1.80 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Gem Stone, circa 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro 14k Yellow Gold Pendant approximately 1.80 Carat Natural Diamond & Green Emerald. Set with 4 round and 1 half-moon natural F-G color, VS-SI clarity diamonds weighing 0.40 car...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold

Vintage Platinum Gold Gemstones Golf Club Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful stylized Golf Club pendant made of platinum and yellow gold featuring yellow sapphires, diamonds and a pink tourmaline. Total carat weight of diamonds is 0.54 points, they ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum

GIA Certified 2.74ct Diamond Hour Glass Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a charming 14k white gold hour glass pendant necklace. The pendant is set with sparkling GIA certified trilliant cut diamonds that weigh 1.4...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

1900s Diamond Moon with One Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The neckalce is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with one center dia weighing approximately total of 1.20 carat and more diamonds on the moon setting weighing approximately total of...
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Early 1900s American Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 1.42 Carat Diamond and Platinum Drop Pendant, circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.42 carat diamond and platinum drop pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and imp...
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1930s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco Style Round and Baguette Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Type: Pendant Necklace Style: Art Deco Metal: Platinum (pendant) 14k White Gold (chain) Stones:...
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Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Platinum Pearl and Diamond Brooch
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage round platinum brooch or pendant, with natural pearls and diamonds, Italy 1900s-1920s Diameter 4.5 cm
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Early 20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

Vintage French 3.95 Carat Topaz and 3.08 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning vintage French 3.95 carat topaz and 3.08 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold pendant and chain; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This s...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold Camel Pendant 1.75 Carat Natural Diamond Ruby Emerald, Sapphire, 1960
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Yellow Gold Hand Made Camel Pendant. Approximately 1.75 carats, set with Natural Diamonds (.20ct), Rubies (.55ct), Emeralds (.75ct), Sapphire (.2...
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1960s Unknown Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Victorian Antique 21K Yellow Gold Egyptian Style Bloodstone Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Gender: Ladies Metal Type: 21K Yellow Gold Pendant Length: 4.50 inches Chain Length: 21.00 inches Chain Width 3.80 mm Width: 25.50 mm Pendant Weight: 36.80 grams Chain Weight...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.29ct Diamond and Pearl Platinum Bow Pendant, circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.29 carat diamond and platinum set bow pendant; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive pearl an...
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Early 1900s Unknown Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold and Pave Diamond (App. 0.80 TCW) Ribbed Link Necklace
Located in Southport, CT
14K Gold And Diamond Italian Necklace. With a classic design this stylish necklace has polished yellow gold links leading to a centered pendant set with diamonds for a brilliant shin...
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20th Century Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

18 Karat Gold with Diamonds Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18 karat yellow gold necklace, with a gold bow and brilliant diamonds in the center and also on the fringes, Italy 1940s Length 50 cm Pair of matching earrings is available
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Aquamarine Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Necklace, finely crafted in platinum with an aquamarine pendant weighing approximately a total of 40.00 carats and diamonds around weighing approximately a total of 2.00 carats. Circ...
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1940s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage GIA 0.81 Carat Center Diamond Gold Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 14k white gold pin / pendant from the Art Deco era, is centered with a sparkling GIA certified round cut diamond that weighs 0.81ct. ...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k 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

Materials

Diamond

1980s 11.53 Carat Green Emerald and Diamond Floral Motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
An antique piece of jewelry that features a pendant set with a green emerald, surrounded by flower petals set with brilliant diamonds. Pendant suspended on a row of round brilliant d...
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20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald

Edwardian Pendant, Silver over Gold with Pearl and Diamond on Platinum Chain
Located in Chicago, IL
Beautiful Edwardian Pendant, set with 51 old European cut diamonds weighing approximately 1.25cts, H-I color, VS clarity and two natural pearls, center pearl 5mm and tear drop pearl...
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Early 1900s English Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Silver

Art Deco Pendant Set in Platinum with 3.75 Carat of Diamonds, circa 1925
Located in Palm Desert, CA
From the Art Deco period, circa 1925, is this diamond pendant set in Platinum. The Center Diamond weighs 1.50 carats. Color is H, Clarity is VS. The Oval Pendant is covered with r...
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

8 Carat Diamond Gold Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 18k white gold cross pendant on a chain necklace. Set with approx. 8 carats in diamonds. Necklace is 16.5" long, pendant is 2.5" x 1 6/8". Marked 750. Weight - 27.8 grams.
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Rare Picasso Bronze Female Figure Pendant Silver + Gold Mounting by David Webb
Located in St. Petersburg, FL
Description: Exquisite Picasso Pendant/Brooch featured in The Wolper Exhibit. The center is an original bronze piece from Picasso that was worn as a pendant; it was then taken by des...
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Mid-20th Century American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver, Bronze

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

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

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

Materials

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

Vintage Russian Cloisonne Enamel Egg Pendant
Located in Chesterland, OH
This exquisite vintage Russian Soviet gilded silver egg pendant showcases stunning turquoise cloisonné enamel eagle motifs adorned with granulated accents reminiscent of Medieval Rus...
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Mid-20th Century Russian Russian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
Flashes of color to take your breath away! This 18 karat yellow gold pendant features a stunning Australian boulder opal that displays incredible flashes of pinks, greens, lavenders ...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White and Fancy Diamonds, Onyx, White Stones, 14 Kt 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, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.2 Carats Black Diamonds Pendant, 1990
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
1.2 Carats of Black Diamonds Pendant. Created around the 1990es and this style is back in fashion. Fine 50 Black Diamond stones weighting approximately 1.20 Carats set in Yellow Gold...
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond

Art Nouveau 18 Karat Yellow Gold Handmade Dragon Figural Pendant with Diamond
Located in Fairfield, CT
This 18 karat yellow gold dragon pendant is a masterpiece of the Art Nouveau period, renowned for its intricate design and enchanting historical significance. The pendant exhibits a ...
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20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
If you're looking for an Australian opal with phenomenal play of color, then look no further. This absolutely stunning piece features a natural wavy Australian boulder opal that disp...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Pearl, Emerald, Diamonds, Platinum Pendant.
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, Emerald, Pearl, Platinum

GIA Certified .43 Carat Yogo Gulch Montana Sapphire Diamond Platinum Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This 1920's Art Deco pendant is set with amazing .43 carat round blue sapphire from Yogo Gulch, Montana. GIA certified in a custom platinum pendant mounting with a .40 round diamond ...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
It's hard to imagine that such natural beauty comes from our earth. This 18 karat yellow gold pendant features an organic wavy Australian boulder opal (weighing approximately 4 carat...
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1970s Unknown Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k White Gold Blue Topas Briolette Diamond Garland Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous garland necklace features a design of leaves and flowers crafted in 14k white gold and accented with blue topaz briolletes and 30 round diamonds weighing an estimated 0...
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1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

1.74 carat Sapphire Heart Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, American. This chic pendant features a 1.74-carat heart-shaped cornflower blue sapphire. The look is timeless, all about simplicity, color, and form. Finely constr...
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1980s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Blue Sapphire Art Deco Necklace with Milgrain in 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This exquisite necklace features a mesmerizing combination of diamonds and blue sapphires set in 14 karat white gold. The geometric design of the necklace captures the elegance and s...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ancient 18 Karat Yellow Gold and 22 Karat British Coins Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Fantastic ancient 18 karat yellow gold pendant mounted with antique british coin in 22 karat yellow gold Coins are in 22 karat gold Pendant total wei...
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1950s Italian Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Gubelin 1920 Art Deco Necklace Enameled Watch In Platinum With European Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Convertible necklace pendant clock, designed by Gübelin. Very rare pendant watch necklace, created in Switzerland during the art deco period by Eduard Jakob Gübelin for Gübelin & Co...
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1920s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum, Enamel

LB offers Vintage Sterling Brooches pendant with Turquoise Agates necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Stunning and Unique pendant necklace consisting of two vintage Sterling Silver brooches ( one round floral and one marcasite inlaid ) with a background of ...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Labradorite, Marcasite, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

LB offers Vintage Danish Enamel Sterling pendant, glass Opals Quartz necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a Vintage 50’s Danish Enamel and Sterling Silver brooch pendant Necklace. This is a stunning turquoise enamel piece that is a wonderful example of Danish cra...
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Mid-20th Century Danish Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Vintage Ruby Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Omega Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Ruby Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Omega Necklace. Featuring one cabochon cut ruby weighing approximately 1.30 carats. Accented by two baguette and 26 round brilliant cut diamo...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Vintage Carved Mother of Pearl medallion necklace with vintage glass
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a vintage hand carved Indian medallion pendant necklace. A string of all vintage Czech and Venetian glass beads add lovely pink and green colors to enhance t...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled

Art Nouveau Enamel, Diamond & Pearl Pendant - Brooch Necklace
Located in Danvers, MA
Offered is a beautifully detailed Art Nouveau period enamel Pendant - Brooch Necklace. Set with rose cut diamonds & pearls, this floral/foliate motif piece offers elegance, fine wor...
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Theodore Farner 1910 Art Noveau Red, Black, White Enamel SS Necklace
Located in Lexington, KY
This lovely necklace comes from 1910 Art Noveau and is made in sterling silver with red, black and white enamel. This necklace is special because of the in depth flower portraits wit...
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1910s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

14K White Gold Diamond and Cultured Pearl Pendant Necklace w/ Wheat Chain
Located in Lexington, KY
This stunning pendant necklace is made in 14k white gold with round cut diamond and white cultured pearls. This necklace is the perfect collection item for anyone looking to add a se...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Augis French Plus Qu’Hier Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Love Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold, diamond and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow") - a line taken from the love poem written by Rosemonde Gerard to her husband (the author of Cyrano) in 1889. This is a mid-century example of the tokens created by Alphonse Augis in 1907 in response to the poem, signed A.A. with a "crepe de chine" textured background and floral and laurel wreath border to indicate the triumph of love. The word "plus" is symbolised by a plus sign...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Leaf Motif Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Nature Collection - Leaf Motif Diamond Necklace. Approximate Diamond Weight - 62.00 CTS 18K Yellow Gold Circa - 1962 French Assay Marks Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Like Gemstones Tumbled Smooth by a Babbling Brook Through the Centuries, this Work of Art Gleams with Life and Light. Intertwined Throughout are 13 Cabochon Sapphires, 11 Cabochon Em...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier Paris Carved Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Demi-Parure
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris Carved Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Drapery Necklace & Ear Clips. Of Mughal Inspiration the Flexible Motifs Centering on Carved Emeralds, Collet-Set with Rounds ...
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1950s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Pendant 18k
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. Perfect for layering or brilliant on its own, this bright blue 17.60mm turquoise bauble set with 18k yellow gold is fun, fashionable, mystical … Beautif...
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1960s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lavender Jade Pendant: Wait Until You See the Other Side, Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
This circa 1950s natural and untreated jadeite pendant is a showcase of lapidary skill and artistry. The pale violet and light green stone has been c...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Iconic 18ct Gold Capricorn Pendant from the Zodiac Collection
Located in London, GB
An 18ct gold Zodiac pendant by Georges Lenfant for Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1960s, the round disc shaped pendant for the 10th sign Capricorn designed as an ancient coin, the front w...
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Mid-20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Important NEO-EGYPTIAN NECKLACE Tutankhamun, Scarab, vintage 60s
Located in SAINT-CLOUD, FR
Important old NECKLACE, NEO-EGYPTIAN Tutankhamun, Scarab Necklace, 60s vintage, impressive work of French artist, gold-plated metal, enamel, glass cabochons, length 71 cm, width 2 cm, weight 227 g, pendant 6 x 6.5 cm, very good state. The release of the film Cleopatra in 1963, starring Elizabeth Taylor, inspired many jewelry designers to create Egyptian jewelry collections. This magnificent necklace undoubtedly belongs to this era. In the 60s these jewelry designers were inspired by or made replicas of the treasures that were discovered in the tomb of Tutankhamun by British Howard Carter in 1922. FR: Important COLLIER ancien, NÉO-EGYPTIEN de Toutânkhamon, Scarab Necklace, vintage des...
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1960s French Artist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

14K Yellow Gold Dove & Cross Pendant #12932
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Beautiful cross pendant with adorable dove! Size: 30.5mm x 12mm x 3.5mm Weight: 1.1gr/ 0.7 dwt Hallmark: 14K Very good condition, professionally polished. *Chain not included* ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold and sapphire pendant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A delicate 18 carat gold necklace with a drop shaped cabochon cut sapphire (unheated Sri Lanka, 10.33 carat), on a thin chain. weight: 7.43 g length: 40 - 42 cm. dimensions: 15 x 11 cm.
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera Retro 18kt Mixed Metals + Gemstone Earrings + Pendant Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic set from the Retro (ca1960s) era! This beautiful earring and pendant necklace set is created by Carrera y Carrera! Crafted in 18kt white and yellow gold, the earrings and...
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1960s Spanish Retro Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal

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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