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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Period: 20th Century
Period: 1960s
French Raphael’s Cherub 18K Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a circular medal depicting Raphael’s cherub within an octagonal white gold frame. The reverse shows a relief of wedding ...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18ct Gold, 1920s French Cherub Portrait Disc Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Cherub Pendant
18ct Gold French Stamped
Circa 1920s
This stunning 18ct gold pendant is a true piece of history. With a beautiful cherub portrait, this pendant is French-...
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Early 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Rare Bakelite Cross With Flower And Chain Necklace Art Deco Wonderful!
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a magnificent rare antique Art Deco Bakelite Cross Pendant Necklace. The stunning cross is adorned with a fully three dimensional flower. The dramatic use of the honey colored bakelite cross with the black flower is absolutely wonderful. The cross hangs from a long black bakelite link chain of 26 inches.
The flower cross and long black link chain create one of the most beautiful early Bakelite jewels...
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Turquoise Negligee Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Edwardian Negligee Necklace
9ct Rose Gold Tested
Circa 1900
This Edwardian negligee-style necklace is a true vintage beauty. The 9ct rose gold has been tested to ensure its authe...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Maltese Cross Pendant Platinum 14k Gold Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era Maltese Cross pendant crafted in 900 platinum & 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1920s to 1930s).
Four triangular cut diamonds total an estimated 0....
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Gold and Turquoise Pendant Necklace and Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful Italian turquoise pendant necklace and brooch in the style luxury jewelry maison, Buccellati.
A beautiful and rare vintage Italian 14-karat yellow gold and blue han...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Vintage 3D 25mm Wheel of Fortune Pendant 18k Gold Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3D 25mm Wheel of Fortune Pendant 18k Gold. Signed 59 AR 750 made in Italy. The pendant weights 4.7g
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage 3D 24.5mm Dodecagon Zodiac Gemini Pendant 18k Gold Italy
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage 3D 24.5mm Dodecagon Zodiac Gemini Pendant 18k Gold Italy. The pendant is signed 33AR 750 and weights 4.7g
Category
1980s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Necklace and pendant set with rose cut diamonds 14k yellow gold and silver
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k yellow gold necklace with gold and silver entourage pendant with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - G/H - SI - 45 cm long
detailed description:
necklace is 45 cm long and 1.0 mm wide
siz...
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1990s Dutch Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 9k gold Diamond Dollar sign pendant
Located in NEWARK, GB
A fun vintage 9ct gold and Diamond dollar sign pendant.
This stand out pendant looks great as part of a neck mess or on its own on a gold chain necklace.
It is crafted in rich 9ct ...
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Late 20th Century European Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 9k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Round Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Locket
9ct Yellow Gold
Hallmarked Birmingham 1906
Makers Mark H M- Henry Matthews, Vittoria Street, Birmingham
Beautiful, Edwardian round locket. Hand engraved bo...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels George L'Enfant Vintage Capricorn Zodiac Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Just arrived and waiting for those born a Capricorn (December 22-January 19th) this large size coveted Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Georges L'Enfant vintage pendant zodiac charm will alw...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond Edwardian Flower Solitaire Necklace 15 3/4" 10k 14k Antique
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Edwardian
Date: 1900s - 1910s
Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold & 10k Green Gold (pendant) with 14k Yellow Gold (chain & clasp)
Stone Information
Natural Diamond
Carat(s): .03ct
...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hanging Panthere Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of paperclip link chain suspending a stylized panther pendant
Depicted hanging from midsection and draped over looped bale
Designed with faceted surface and subtle linear ...
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Coral Heart with Butterfly Accent
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Featuring Carved Pink Coral with Butterfly Accent Featuring 11 Round Single Cut Diamonds of SI Clarity and H Color Totaling 0.06 Carats and Rope Ed...
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Chinese Export Natural Turquoise Silver Necklace Chrysanthemum Flower
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS AN ANTIQUE ART DECO - VICTORIAN CHINESE EXPORT PENDANT NECKLACE WITH GORGEOUS NATURAL UNTREATED SPIDER WEB TURQUOISE IN A DRAMATIC AND WONDERFUL CHRYSANTHEMUM FLOWER DESIGN I...
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Early 20th Century Chinese Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Silver
Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Art Deco French Diamond Synthetic Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Pendant. Featuring four single cut diamonds with a total weight of approximately 0.05 carat, graded I-J color, VS clarity. ...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
French Augis Saint George and the Dragon 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting St George on a horse defeating the dragon. Signed A. Augis, stamped with the eagle's head for French m...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Augis Saint John the Baptist 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal representing Saint John the Baptist as a child with a cross and a sheep. Signed A. Augis, stamped with the eagle...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Saint Therese 18K Yellow White Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a rectangular medal depicting St Therese holding a crucifix within a sheaf of roses to a rectangular surround with a whi...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Art nouveau Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era 1907s 14k gold pendant in Art Nouveau style with rubies and old mine cut diamonds estimate weight of 2 carats white excellent spark hall marked 56 imperi...
Category
Early 1900s Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces
Vintage Cross Blue Opal 9tcw Pendant Antique 10k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a vintage 10k gold opal cross pendant. It is large and the opals are spectacular blue color while being very uniform in the piece, this is a feat for natural opals. The len...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Cross Crucifix Diamonds solid 18K Gold / 1.22 g
Located in SE
Antique ca. early XX cent. European openwork crucifix pendant skillfully set with 14 rose cut Diamonds / 3 facets on each stone.
Central Diamond Ø 3mm/ ca.0.14 ct + 12 Ø 1.25 mm / c...
Category
Early 1900s European Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Vintage French Dinh Van 18k Yellow Gold Paperclip Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage French Dinh Van 18k Yellow Gold Paperclip Necklace. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold signed Dinh Van with French hallmarks, weighing 24.40 grams. Circa 1970. The necklace ...
Category
1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau White Diamond Emerald Ruby Tsavorite Yellow Gold Elephant Pendant
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem.
We can ship every...
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Antique 3 Carat Diamond Russian Gold Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique imperial russian era large pendant with old mine cut diamonds and rose cut diamonds estimate weight 3 carats hall marked 56 imperial russian gold standard for 14k gold and in...
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1910s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
CARTIER 18k Yellow Gold 1/2 Oz Ingot Charm Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold 1/2 Oz Ingot Charm Pendant Vintage Circa 1970s
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer charm pendant. Truly a great pie...
Category
1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Red Ruby And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace.
A beautiful vintage pendant necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels with a stunning pair of deep red pear cu...
Category
20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Pocket Knife 14k White Gold Steel Blades with Bale
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is an estate 14k white gold pocket knife with bale. The pocket knife is fully functioning and the knives are very sharp. You also have the bale available for attaching it to a...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Steel
Estate Vintage Cross Pendant 14k Yellow Gold and White VS Diamonds
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is an estate vintage 14k yellow gold cross pendant with very clean white vs round brilliant and baguette diamonds. There are .76tcw diamond set in the cross, it measures 33mm ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Crab Slide Pendant 14k Yellow Gold Diamonds and Blue Sapphire Cabochon
Located in Overland Park, KS
Listed is a vintage crab slide pendant in 14k yellow gold. The piece is in excellent condition and features approximately 1tcw diamonds H VS quality round brilliant diamonds with an ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Natural Turquoise and Diamond Necklace Brooch Koch jewelers
By Koch
Located in London, GB
Founded in 1879 in Germany Koch jewellers soon gained the title of "Jewellers of the court" and worked for European Royal families. Jewels from the great tome of Koch house are sough...
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20th Century European Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Platinum
Edwardian 2.00ct Blue Zircon, Diamond and Pearl Pendant, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
With intricate winding vines, leaves and flowers, this stunning Edwardian pendant was clearly inspired by the Art Nouveau movement. A single 2.00 carat blue zircon sits at the centre...
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1910s Unknown Edwardian Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Zircon, Blue Zircon, 15k Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Nouveau Necklace Turquoise 14k Yellow Gold 16.5" Watch Chain
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed antique Art Nouveau watch chain necklace crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1900s to 1910s).
Originally a watch chain, ...
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zig Zag Bezel Pendant with Gold Cuban Coin
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Zig Zag Bezel Pendant Featuring A 22 Karat Yellow Gold Cuban 5 Peso From 1916. 1.4 Inches Long Including Bale. Finished Weight Is 10...
Category
Late 20th Century Cuban Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold 1960s Star of David Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Experience the timeless beauty of this 14K Gold 1960s Star of David Pendant, a meaningful piece that captures tradition and elegance. Crafted from 14k yellow gold, this rectangular pendant is a beautiful expression of faith and heritage.
The pendant features a delicately crafted Star of David, a significant symbol in Jewish culture. Alongside it is a representation of the Jewish Bible, adding a deeper spiritual dimension to the design. The word "Zion" in Hebrew is inscribed, emphasizing the connection to Jewish tradition and history.
This vintage pendant from the 1960s is a classic piece, offering a subtle yet meaningful way to express your faith. Its small size makes it versatile, perfect for everyday wear or as a thoughtful addition to a special jewelry collection. The rich yellow gold complements the elegant design, making it a timeless treasure.
Whether as a personal keepsake or a thoughtful gift, this 14K Gold Star of David Pendant...
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1960s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Vintage Gilbert Albert 18K Yellow Gold Astrological Signs Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Step into the enchanting world of vintage craftsmanship with this Gilbert Albert 18K yellow gold pendant, adorned with the twelve astrological signs. This exquisite piece is a true t...
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1990s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Victorian Inspired Style 14k Gold Pendant with 18k Gold Yellow Gold Chain
Located in Surfside, FL
Victorian inspired style pendant with round brilliant cut purple stone, set in 14K gold with an 18K gold yellow gold chain. Pendant: 1.9" length x 1.35" width. Chain: 18 inches.
Category
1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Aquamarine Pendant With 18k Gold Chain
Located in Surfside, FL
AGL Certified brilliant Emerald cut Aquamarine (over 28.35 carats) pendant with 18" inches long 18K gold chain. Aquamarine: 25 h x 15 w x12 deep. With bale 39mm height.
Category
1950s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
Solid Cross 14K Yellow Gold Pendant 1 Inch Long, Christian Christ Religious
Located in Austin, TX
Slim and perfect for everyday wear, this solid flat cross pendant is an excellently preserved piece, an estate piece, ready to be loved again, just as we all deserve to be loved ever...
Category
Late 20th Century American Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chain and Pendant with diamonds 18k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k white gold necklace with pendant set with rose diamonds. 0.30ct - F/G - VS/SI - 44 cm long
detailed description:
the length of the necklace is 44 cm long by 0.5 mm wide
The si...
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1910s Dutch Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jade Onyx 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Handcrafted necklace made of 14 Karat yellow gold, mounted with jade spheres and onyx barrels that alternate with each other and support an engraved jade pendant.
Jade is the symbol...
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1990s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal And Diamond Gold French Pendant
Located in Cairo, EG
Natural fire opal stone pendant in 18k white gold topped with triangular brilliant cut Diamond F color white si clearity 0.65 carats weight GIA certified pendant made in france hall ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Modernist Reyes Designer Lapis 18 KT Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Modernist stylish design signed on the back Reyes 1973
Beautiful hand crafted as art piece of jewelry of solid 18 KT
With a flat and wide torque more suitable for a long slim neck an...
Category
1970s European Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
French Libra Starsign Zodiac 18K Yellow Gold Charm Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Libra, depicting a figure holding a set of balance scales aloft. Stamped with the eagle mark for 18 karat g...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Chain with 1984 $10 Gold Olympic Commemorative Coin Necklace
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
1984 $10 Commemorative Olympic Gold coin set in 14k pendant with a 14k chain attached.
The $10 gold coin is .483ozt pure.
The bezel and chain both test 14k.
Total weight 25.6 grams.
Category
Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARVED SALMON COLOR CORAL PENDANT - MOUNTED in A HANDMADE 14 K WHITE GOLD
Located in New York, NY
*A CIRCA 1960 HAND CARVED, SALMON COLOR CORAL PENDANT/ SLIDE OF A BASKET WITH FLOWERS AND BUDS MOUNTED IN A HANDMADE 14 KARAT WHITE GOLD.
THE PENDANT MEASURES 42.9MM X 21.36MM X 11...
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Vintage Horseshoe Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish diamond necklace from the world renowned jewellery house of Cartier. This vintage piece has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold and features a horseshoe style mot...
Category
20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Carved Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire and Diamond Demi-Parure
By Cartier
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
Cartier Good Luck Koi Fish Motif Diamond and Emerald Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Emerald Good Luck Koi Fish Motif Necklace.
The Koi has forever been a symbol of luck, prosperity and good fortune.
Circa - 1980's
French Assay Mar...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Treasure Chest Charm Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise Color Stones
Located in Overland Park, KS
This listing is for a wonderfully maintained 18k yellow gold vintage treasure chest pendant charm that opens and closes securely.
Its is very good condition and ready to be worn. It...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise Matrix, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique gilt pendant necklace, Green paste, Fancy link chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful antique, Edwardian era pendant necklace.
The chain is a rolo link chain in gilt plated brass, the chain intercepted with fancy bar and ball links.
It has a small gilt m...
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Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Lorgnette Folding Hand Eye Glasses Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
Metal Type: 14K White Gold
Length: 3.00 inches
Width: 4.00 inches
Weight: 22.16 grams
14K white gold art-deco (1920-1930) folding lorgnette folding eye glasses. The metal was tes...
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1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Trio White Pearls Floral Bouquet Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Trio White Pearls Floral Bouquet Mesh Chain Necklace, Gold Plated
Very excellent condition. Signed Grosse at back. 100% Genuine. Rare to find.
Si...
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1960s German Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Coral 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Spectacular necklace made of 14 kt gold and engraved natural coral, period workmanship from the second half of the twentieth century.
The smallest corals depict in the highest part ...
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1950s European Artisan Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 22K Gold and Green Chalcedony Intaglio of Zoroaster Pendant
Located in Venice, CA
This 22k gold vintage pendant features a green chalcedony intaglio carved with the image Zoroaster. The gold has beautiful granulation in the style of...
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1960s Asian Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Locket Pendant
By Victor Mayer
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a heart-shaped locket form suspended from grooved enhancer bale
Featuring a basse-taille style enamel face with orangey pink enamel
Transparent and glossed over an engrav...
Category
1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Australian Opal 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent necklace with a pendant depicting a cute owl resting on a coral branch, made of 18k yellow gold, many diamonds set on the tail feathers, the owl was engraved on an Austra...
Category
1990s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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