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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Style: Modernist
Style: Renaissance
3.35ct Natural Round Diamond Halo Pendant Station Necklace in 14K White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
This magnificent necklace has a stunning natural round halo diamond pendant in 14K white gold. It has VS1 Clarity and J Colour, totaling 1.77 Carat. This ring also has round pave dia...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Mid Century Modern North American Navajo Sterling Silver Bear Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Large North American Navajo Hand crafted Sterling Silver Spirit/Heartline Bear Pendant. The Silversmith has created a thick h...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage David Andersen Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Modern necklace or neckpiece.
By David Andersen.
In sterling silver.
Comprised of neckpiece and a kinetic pendant.
Marked to the reverse of the pendant for 92...
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20th Century Norwegian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
14k Gold & Sterling Silver Modernist Pendant with Purple Spinel
Located in Eagan, MN
This is really a cool looking pendant. It has a strip of 14k Yellow Gold running down the front and there is a prong held Pear Shaped Purple Spinel at the bottom. The Spinel is 14 ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Spinel, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Antique 17th ct. Cross Crucifix Diamonds 19K Yellow Gold / 9 gr
Located in SE
Very rare ca. early 17th century likely Italian or Spanish 19K Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with 24 Diamonds, all of table cut about 2 ctw. Hand - engraved decorations on the back side....
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Late 17th Century European Renaissance Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Donna Karan Attributed Gold Tone Bird Pendant Necklace With Baroque Pearls
By Donna Karan
Located in Atlanta, GA
Late 20th Century opera length gold tone rope necklace with an abstract bird pendant and faux baroque pearl accents. The necklace is beautifully made with quality details including the cluster beading around the pearls and fluted fittings throughout. Though the piece is unsigned, it appears to be a Donna Karan design and mirrors the style of coordinating earrings available in a separate Modern...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal
Designer Sterling Silver & Pearl Pendant Necklace by TSJ&M 20"
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a very unique and cool looking pendant. The Pendant Is 2.75 Inches Long And 1.5 Inches Wide. It is stamped "Sterling" and "TSJ&M". It comes with a Sterling Silver chain t...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Sterling Silver
18.1ct Gold Rutilated Quartz w Diamond Accents in Solid 14K Gold Cushion 18x16mm
Located in Columbus, OH
This beautiful rutilated quartz pendant can make a stunning addition to any outfit! Set in 14k solid gold with sparkly natural diamond accents.
Specifications:
Item Type: Pendant
C...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Fidencio Serrano Southwestern Sterling Silver Necklace & Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
What a fabulous Designer Necklace and Earrings from Fidencio Serranoe. Circa 1980's. Fidencio Serranoe studied under Antonio Pineda. Stamped "Fidencio Serranoe 925 TS-09 Mexico". Th...
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Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Nudes Necklace Pendant
By Carl Tasha
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this unusual necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from United States that was a pioneer in the Brutalist Movement in the 1960’s and ‘70’s. ...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Brass
16th Century Agate Cameo Roman Charity Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
Two-layered agate cameo, red and white, depicting Roman Charity on an amati background.
Italy, 16th century
H. 3.7 cm - L. 2.9 cm
Gold setting, eagle's head hallmark, 19th century
H....
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16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jorgen Jensen Space Age Pewter Collar Necklace with Blue Glass Cabochon
Located in Atlanta, GA
Danish jewelry artist Jorgen Jensen designed this elegant Space Age modernist collar pendant-necklace. The piece is all made in pewter with arctic blue poured glass cabochons. The ar...
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1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Unique MidCentury Handcrafted Hammered 6BrassWires SpiralsLoopsSquiggles Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage handcrafted brass-wire pendant was shaped and hammered into lively three-dimensional spirals, loops and squiggles with wrapped construction by an unknown 20th-Century st...
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Mid-20th Century European Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Unique MidCentury Handcrafted Hammered 6BrassWires SpiralsLoopsSquiggles Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
This vintage handcrafted brass-wire pendant was shaped and hammered into lively three-dimensional spirals, loops and squiggles with wrapped construction by an unknown 20th-Century st...
Category
Mid-20th Century European Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Lapis and gilt metal fashion cruciform necklace
Located in New Orleans, LA
Vintage fashion jewel crucifix in medieval taste with enameled St. Andrew s cross in center.
The vintage cross has been suspended from a new chain in an adaptation of a rosary form ...
Category
2010s American Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Gilt Metal
Cartier D'Amour 0.09ct Diamond Small Model Pendant Necklace 18K Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in Aventura, FL
Cartier d'Amour necklace, small model, 18K rose gold (750/1000), set with a brilliant-cut diamond totaling 0.09 carat. Diameter of the pattern: 4.5 mm. Chain length: 380 to 410 mm.
...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Guy Laroche Paris Massive Silvered Resin Viking God Medallion Necklace
By Guy Laroche
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning Guy Laroche Paris signed pendant necklace features an extra-long silvered metal textured chain with a massive dimensional pendant. The medallion boasts an antique Vikin...
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1990s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Modernist Orange Glass & Sterling Silver Pendant - Mexico - Late 20th Century
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist orange swirl glass and sterling silver unisex pendant - featuring a large polished bezel set cabochon - large bale - no chain - signed on th...
Category
Late 20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Tiffany & Co Heart Ruby and Diamond Pendant Small Size in Platinum 16 Inches
Located in Aventura, FL
Tiffany gets to the heart of the matter. This Hearts ruby pendant features eight pigeon-blood dark red rubies and eight round brilliant diamonds in platinum. Size small on a 16" chai...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Fiammetta Gold Vermeil Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
The Fiammetta Gold Vermeil Necklace by Vintouch Jewels is part of the brand's Victoria collection, inspired by the breathtaking artistry of the Preraphael...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Vermeil
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace
Chain lenght 62cm
The silver has darkened.
I have not cleaned or polished.
I think it's really grea...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
The Lion Gold Vermeil Pearl Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Founder of Vintouch Alessandro Ricevuto is extremely dedicated to ensure each of the brand's pieces is realized by only using the highest quality raw materials and centuries-old manufacturing techniques that have been passed down from father to son in the town of Torre del Greco, one of Italy's four famous jewelry districts. This 18 karat gold vermeil necklace is strung with an antique Venetian coin...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
Boreas Mismatched Pearl And Cameo Necklace
Located in Torre Del Greco, IT
Our founder Alessandro Ricevuto's love for jewelry stems from childhood as he's grown up in a family of jewelers. This beautiful Boreas cameo necklace is handmade in Italy with an ar...
Category
2010s Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, Vermeil
Sterling Silver Matchstick on Box Chain Modernist
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modernist Matchstick Pendant on Sterling silver Box Chain
Chain measures 30 inches
Match measures 1.5 inches, true to life-size match
Match head has a small bit of enamel on it for r...
Category
Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland 1976
Located in Orimattila, FI
Sterling Silver Necklace by Karl Laine, Finland, 1976
925H Silver
Exquisite necklace with clear stone.
Stone Rock crystal.
3cm in diameter with pendant
chain 53 cm long
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Sterling Silver
Vintage Mexico Modernist 1950’s Antonia Pineda 970 Silver & Amethyst Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is vintage mid- century Antonio Pineda
Sterling Silver & AMETHYST Necklace
A striking and rare piece, this Antonio Pineda necklace...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mexican Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Silver
BERGÈRE - Vintage Gold Tone Modernist Brooch/Pendant - Signed - US - Mid 20th C.
Located in Chatham, CA
BERGÈRE - Modernist style gold tone brooch or pendant - signed - United States - mid 20th century.
Excellent vintage condition - no loss - no damage - no repairs - fine surface scra...
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Mid-20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Silver Jorma Laine 1970 Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine 1970 Necklace
Chain lenght 49cm
Jorma Laine (1930-2002) was a Finnish jewelry designer, whose work in bronze and silver (more seldom gold) is easily recognizable....
Category
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
White Diamond Rounds 14K Yellow Gold Fancy Fashion Drop Chain Pendent Necklace
Located in Sayreville, NJ
Elevate your neckline with our beautiful 14K Yellow Gold pendant necklace, adorned with a dazzling array of White Diamond Rounds.
The pendant is set with a brilliant collection of W...
Category
2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare 1960s Vivianna Torun Georg Jensen Silver Amethyst Crystal Pendant Necklace
Located in Palm Springs, CA
A rare, large pendant of teardrop shaped amethyst and rock quartz polished stones fastened by silver hooks. Pendant suspends from a sterling silver collar, all designed by Vivianna T...
Category
1960s Danish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Crystal, Silver
Vintage 1970's Carl Tasha Modernist Brutalist Brass Ram Head Necklace Pendant
By Carl Tasha
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this rare necklace by Carl Tasha. He was a well known artist from United States that was a pioneer in the Brutalist Movement in the 1960’s and ‘70’s.
A...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Brass
Opal Pendant w Diamond Accents in Solid 14k Yellow Gold Round 6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications:
Item Type: Pendant
Stone type: Opal
Weight: 0.7 ct
Shape: Round
Size: 6mm
Treatment: Untreated
Hardness: 5-6.5
Metal: 14k/1.3g
Diamond: 36/0.17 cttw
This pendant ...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.99ct Amethyst Pendant w Diamond Accents in Solid 14K White Gold Oval 8x6mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications:
Item Type: Pendant
Center Stone: Amethyst
Treatment: Heated
Weight: 1.99ct
Head size: 8x6mm
Cut: Emerald
Hardness: 7
Origin: Zambia
Metal: 14k/1.01g
Diamonds SI/GH:...
Category
2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1972 Abstract Necklace "Kili Kali"
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1972 Abstract Necklace
Chain lenght 58cm
Made of 830H Silver.
No Engravings.
In great condition for its age.
Jorma Laine (1930-2002) was a Finnish je...
Category
1970s English Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace
Located in Orimattila, FI
Silver Jorma Laine Turun Hopea 1973 Abstract Necklace
Chain lenght 62cm
Made of 830H Silver.
No Engravings.
In great condition for its age.
I have not ...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver
18k Green & White Gold & Diamond Pendant Necklace by Canadian Geneviève Bertrand
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine handmade pendant for a necklace.
By the Quebecian jeweler - Geneviève Bertrand.
In green and white 18 karat gold and set with a .10 carat brilliant round cut brilliant diamo...
Category
20th Century Canadian Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Biche de Bere Paris Rigid Choker Necklace with Arctic White Resin Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This fabulous modernist silvered metal choker necklace by Nelly Biche de Bere, Paris, features a rigid around-the-neck band with a hand-made feel design complimented with a round pen...
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1990s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Base Metal
Fred Paris Libra Zodiac Modernist Gold Pendant
By Fred Paris
Located in Greenwich, CT
The zodiac sign libra symbolizes balance and harmony, and this Fred Paris modernist libra rectangular pendant will keep you both steady and tranquil. With a wonderful two-dimensiona...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Signed 1960's Modernist Gold, Silver, & Multi-Gemstone Necklace by Resia Schor
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Modernist pendant necklace.
By the New York City Modernist female goldsmith Resia Schor.
In sterling silver, 14k gold, and bezel-set with multipl...
Category
20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s White Round Oval Pearl Crystals Pendant Necklace
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine.
Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find.
Materials: Gold Plated metal, rhinestones, Faux pearls.
Length: 36 cm. Pendant: 2.0*1.5 cm.
Weight: 30 g....
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1980s German Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Vintage Signed Napier Book Piece Modernist Goldtone Tassel Necklace, 1972
By Napier
Located in Easton, PA
Napier modernist goldtone tassel necklace with spring ring clasp. Marked "Napier" on the rings around the clasp. Overall measures: 17 inches by 6 inches. Pendant measures: 8 1/4 inch...
Category
1970s American Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gold Plate
Silver and Labradorite Necklace by Björn Weckström for Lapponia, Finland, 1980
Located in Stockholm, SE
Sensual silver “Alustus” pendant by Björn Weckström with a round labradorite stone. Sleek, organic drop-like shape suspended from an elegant chain. Heavy quality.
Category
1980s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Labradorite, Silver
4.11ct Aquamarine Pendant w Diamond Halo in Solid 14k Gold Pear Shape 16x8.5mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications
Item Type: Pendant
Center Stone: Aquamarine
Treatment: Heated
Weight: 4.11 ct
Head size: 16x8.5mm
Shape: Pear
Hardness: 7.5-8
Origin: Brazil
Metal: 14k/2.94g
Diamond...
Category
2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Jean Louis Scherrer Paris Gilded Metal and Black Enamel Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jean Louis Scherrer Paris designed this lovely, typical 1980s-period pendant necklace. The piece boasts a heavy gilded metal chain with a satin finish ornate with a cross pendant. Th...
Category
1980s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Gilt Metal, Enamel
Opal Pendant Necklace Green Blue Red Yellow Fire 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely gorgeous Fire Opal Pendant in a stunning Retro setting in 14 Karat Gold. The extraordinary oval cabochon opal is approximately 14.5mm by 10mm by 3mm. The opal...
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20th Century Unknown Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Mid-Century Brutalist Sterling Silver & Turquoise Nugget Pendant Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Mid-Century Brutalist necklace.
Consisting of a heavy, cast sterling silver pendant with a large, polished turquoise nugget pin-set at its center.
And offered with an associ...
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Mid-20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
3.42ct Amethyst Pendant w Diamond Accents in Solid 14K White Gold Oval 11x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
A gorgeous purple amethyst in our classic NNJ pendant design set in 14k yellow gold with a trio of natural diamond accents. Available with a chain!
Specifications:
Item Type: Penda...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Peach Morganite Pendant w Diamond Accents in Solid 14K White Gold Pear 11x9mm
Located in Columbus, OH
Specifications:
Item Type: Pendant
Stone Specs:
Type: Peach Morganite
Weight: 2.95 ct
Shape: Pear Shape
Size: 11x9mm
Treatment: Heated
Hardness: 7.5-8
Metal: 14k/ 1.51 grams
Diamo...
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2010s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Morganite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1960s-1970s French Bark Finish Gold Pendant Brooch by Wander 3 1/2 Inches Long
By Wander
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This truly colossal 18k yellow gold Mid-20th Century French Wander designer pendant-brooch is certain to evoke a visceral response in any who see it. At a full 3 1/2 inches in length...
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Mid-20th Century French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
G & G Appleby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Giraffe Necklace Pendent
Located in Santa Monica, CA
G & G Appleby 14 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Giraffe Necklace Pendent
Gregory A. Appleby born in Van Nuys, Ca. He partnered with Gayle Bright and began scul...
Category
1990s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Georges Lenfant Aries Zodiac
Located in London, England
Modelled as an 18K yellow gold medallic pendant, one side depicting Aries the ram in raised relief, the reverse showing the dates of this zodiac sign wit...
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1960s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold
9K Gold Cabochon Amethyst Heart Renaissance Style Pendant on 14K Gold Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Amethyst Heart-Shaped (Spade) Renaissance Style Pendant
is a striking piece of Italian Retro jewelry
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Featuring a heart-shaped cabochon Natural Amethyst,
bezel set within ...
Category
1960s Italian Renaissance Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Amethyst, 14k Gold, 9k Gold
Vintage Signed Fred of Paris Solid 18 Karat Large Taurus Zodiac Charm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Signed Fred of Paris Solid 18 Karat Large Rectangular Taurus Zodiac Charm c.1970s / 19 grams
Maker: Fred of Paris
Period: Vintage
Year: c.1970s
Material: 18K Solid Yellow Go...
Category
Late 20th Century French Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paco Rabanne Style Space Age Collar Necklace with Blue and White Enamel, 1960s
Located in Atlanta, GA
This superb collar necklace with Space Age design was designed in France in the 1960s. This piece is nicely made and is reminiscent of Paco Rabanne's metal jewelry work. The necklace...
Category
1960s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Enamel, Stainless Steel
LB Vintage Spiderweb brooch pendant Blue Agate Sterling Crystal SS necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a unique and unusual one of a kind, handmade necklace.
The centerpiece is a vintage, stunning spiderweb brooch consisting of ...
Category
Late 20th Century American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver, Stainless Steel
Mid Century Space Age Stainless Steel Modernist Wire Collar Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular Mid-Century Modern Space Age collar necklace has an extra-long pendant. The choker features a stainless steel rigid neckband, ornate with a massive geometric pendant...
Category
1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Steel, Stainless Steel
IGI 1.60ct Round Natural Diamond J Color Si1 Clarity Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Aventura, FL
This exquisite necklace features a dazzling round diamond pendant natural cut round diamond in platinum. It has Si1 Clarity and J Color Totaling 1.60 Carat, It offers delicate beauty...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
French Artist Alain Lerolle Brutalist Silvered Metal Pendant Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French artist Alain Lerolle choker necklace features a brutalist and modernist unstructured shape with a dangling dimensional carved pendant in silvered metal. The piece is signed on the underside with the engraved Lerolle marking.
The necklace is in fantastic condition and shows no significant signs of wear and tear.
Measurements: The necklace's total length is 22.44 in (57 cm) - The drop is 12.63 in long (32 cm) - The pendant is 2.13 in wide (5.4 cm) x 1.63 in high (4.1 cm).
Note: Alain Lerolle (1947 - 2012)
Born in 1947, Alain Lerolle opened his first gallery in Tréguier (Côtes d'Armor - France) in the 1970s.
Creator of contemporary jewelry, he has expertise in using and mastering titanium and is considered a pioneer in this field. He is particularly interested in creating graphic and abstract compositions using brooches...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Silver Plate
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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