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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Antique Edwardian Platinum Seed Pearl and Aquamarine Festoon Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This antique Edwardian festoon necklace is a breathtaking example of early 20th-century grace and craftsmanship. Crafted in platinum, the design showcases the era’s signature airines...
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, 15k Gold, Platinum

LB offers Vintage Bakelite buckle Vintage brooch Crystals French glass Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage 40’s Green marbelized Square Bakelite belt Buckle pendant with a vintage 60’s AB crystal Brooch. Vintage ...
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Mid-20th Century American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

French Virgin Mary 18k Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a pierced frame designed to resemble a halo and stained-glass window. The...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

15.45tcw 14K Malachite & Diamond Mushroom Evil Eye Pendant Necklace Bezel Set
Located in Jupiter, FL
Embrace the whimsical charm of our Mushroom Pendant, a nature-inspired adornment that seamlessly blends luxury and playfulness. The head of the mushroom boasts a stunning 15.30-carat...
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2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold

Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NECKLACE IN AN OPEN WORK FESTOON SWAG DESIGN IN STERLING SILVER DATING TO CIRCA 1860-1900. It is very rare to find antique Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon necklaces in Sterling Silver. The combination of the gorgeous silver work with the fine purple amethysts is absolutely magnificent. The scrolling silver...
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19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Virgo Zodiac Pendant –18K Solid Gold – Astrology Necklace By Oltremare Gioielli
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Refined Handmade Virgo Zodiac Pendant in 18K Solid Gold Celebrate the intelligence and grace of Virgo with this elegant handcrafted pendant, designed and made to order in Italy by O...
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Bead Chain Oval Natural Sapphire Pendant Necklace #15625
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Bead Chain with Oval Sapphire Pendant This beautiful necklace is set in 14K yellow gold. Necklace is 15.5" in length and set with 1 ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER 1990 Trinity Collection Baby Tackle Toy Pendant In .925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
Baby tackle-toy pendant designed by Cartier. This is a stunning luxury baby tackle toy, created by the jewelry house of Cartier. This elusive and very unu...
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1990s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Pendant with Sovereign Coin 1958 Elizabeth II
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This exquisite pendant showcases a sovereign coin from Great Britain, encased in a beautifully crafted 18-karat gold setting. The sovereign coin itself is made from 22-karat gold, fe...
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Mid-20th Century English Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blue Topaz Necklace w Diamond Halo in 14K White Gold Midnight Blue Topaz Gems
Located in Austin, TX
This cushion-shaped Midnight Blue Topaz has an incredibly vibrant color that is made even more beautiful by the diamond halo. The pendant pairs perfectly with the delicate baby rope ...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Blue Topaz, Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Late 19th to Early 20th Century Coral and Silver Necklace, Ecuador
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th to Early 20th Century Coral and Silver Necklace, Ecuador A classic coral necklace from Ecuador, with a central sucre coin marked Republica del Ecuador 1884, which was name...
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Early 20th Century Ecuadorean Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Alex Moss New York Classic Jesus Piece Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
Alex Moss New York take on the modern classic, the Jesus piece pendant. Utilizing the classic design, with our modern twist. Intertwining timeless design with the highest craftsmanship and quality, they have created the best looking classic Jesus piece available. Natural diamonds cover the hair...
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2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Blue Sapphire with Ruby Double Sided Cross Pendant Set in 18 Karat Gold Settings
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire 0.57 carat with Ruby 1.08 carats Pendant set in 18 Karat Gold Settings (chain not included) Width: 5.2 cm Length: 7.5 cm "Since we first opened doors in 1980 our sto...
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2010s Thai Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

14k Gold 1.7 mm Diamond Necklace Dainty Solitaire Necklace Bezel Necklace
Located in Bangkok, TH
Delicate Minimal Necklace made of 14k solid gold available in three colors of gold, Yellow Gold / White Gold / Rose Gold. Brilliant White Sparkly Natural Diamond Bezel hanging in ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Bohemian Garnet Star Shape Locket Pendant Necklace Brooch Pin
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
This exquisite piece exudes the elegance of a bygone era. Crafted from gold gilded silver, it features genuine faceted rose cut Bohemian garnets meticulously set on a silver frame. T...
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Early 20th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Silver

Victorian Locket with Enamel and Diamonds
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. This gorgeous nineteenth-century locket is redolent with Victorian charm. Enameled in lush forest green and decorated with diamond-set and engraved flowers, the lo...
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1870s Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Enamel

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Cameo Brooch Pendant- This elegant cameo features a lovely lady in profile set in beautifully...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Padlock Heart Turquoise Yellow Gold Mourning Locket Pendant
Located in London, GB
An Antique Victorian 15 karat (15K) yellow gold heart-shaped pendant mourning locket set with five turquoise cabochons in a flower design centring on a gold bead. The reverse set wit...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

AJD Vintage Large Square Citrine in 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Raleigh, NC
Vintage Large Square Citrine Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold – Handcrafted in Brazil Add a touch of vintage charm to your collection with this stunning large square citrine pendant set in...
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Late 20th Century Brazilian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

6.25 Carat Colombien Emerald 0.42 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Bad Kissingen, DE
Emerald Pendant 18 k yellow gold hallmarked with "750" fineness 6,25 ct emerald 0,42 ct diamonds length x width approx. 15 x 15 mm suspension approx. ...
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21st Century and Contemporary German Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Handcraft Cross 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds and Coral Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alhambra Sparkling Pave Diamond Clover Vintage Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Hand-Crafted Alhambra Pave Diamond Clover Platinum Pendant Necklace. Featuring a Pave Hand set with Sparkling Diamond...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Chrysoprase and Rose Cut Diamond Necklace
Located in Firenze, IT
The line collar, suspending a tapering cascade of oval cabochon chryspoprase, within rose cut diamonds. Lenght:40cm Weight:25gr.
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Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Coral and 14 Karat Gold Tassel Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This Dutch 14 karat gold cannetille work pendant is an exquisite piece of jewelry, showcasing the intricate and ornate craftsmanship characteristic of the cannetille technique and th...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, 14k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Chakra Charm Pendant
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold 10 mm size charm Mother of Pearl 3.5 cts approx June birthstone Chain sold separately Exquisitely fashioned from 18 karat yellow gold, this 10 mm pe...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 18K Yellow Gold Coral Diamond Butterfly Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beautiful Butterfly Coral Necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels 18k yellow gold coral butterfly is accented by .07 cts brilliant cut diamonds. It is a vintage piece in excellent condition....
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kitty, medium, pendant, by Melanie Yazzie, Navajo, Indigenous, silver, cat
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Kitty, medium, pendant, by Melanie Yazzie, Navajo, Indigenous, silver, cat Melanie A. Yazzie (Navajo-Diné) is a highly regarded multimedia artist known for her printmaking, painting...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Carved Jade Pendant Lavender & Green Cabbage Certified Untreated
Located in Southbury, CT
Intricately carved by a master lapidary artist, this natural and untreated Burmese jadeite jade carved pendant depicts a cabbage; long symbolic for purity. This gorgeous carving was...
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Mid-20th Century Chinese Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 22k Gold

15ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Victorian Floral Decorated Puffy Gold Heart Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Heart Pendant 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 Introducing our lovely 15ct yellow gold Victorian puffy heart pendant charm. This timeless piece exudes elegance and wo...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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15k Gold, Yellow Gold

NEW CERT Natural 22Ct Pink Pear Kunzite Pendant in 14K White Gold and Diamonds
Located in Warren, NJ
This exquisite pendant by LaFrancee features a beautiful pear-shaped 22.26 carat certified natural Kunzite stone surrounded by seven dazzling diamonds, set in 14k white gold. The pen...
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19th Century Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Kunzite, Pearl

Björn Weckström for Lapponia “Aztec”, 1977
Located in Bruxelles, BE
18k gold zoisite and diamond necklace set with a disc of raw zoisite and a brilliant-cut diamond weighing app. 0.05 ct. Jewelry artist and sculptor Björn Weckström (Finland Born 193...
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1970s Finnish Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Graffiti X Pendant Necklace Medium
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Paloma Picasso 18K Gold Graffiti X Pendant Necklace Medium Metal: 18K Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm long x 13mm wide, medium size Weight: 3.40 grams Hallmark...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Kent Raible 18 Karat Gold Cross Pendant with Emerald, Opal, Diamond, Granulation
Located in Mossrock, WA
From the Kent Raible limited edition 'Studio Collection' we present the Cross Pendant. Gorgeous bright emeralds meet Australian Crystal Opal. All the fine detailing, the flowing line...
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2010s American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Slide Pendant In Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Slide Pendant In Yellow Gold Presenting a stunning pendant meticulously crafted in 14kt Yellow Gold, adorned with a dazzling .02ctw of Single Cut D...
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Late 20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cubic Zirconia Cascading Drop Pendant Necklace 18" - Sterling Silver CZs
Located in Greensboro, NC
Light the night when you make an entrance wearing this dazzling necklace! Fashioned in sterling silver, this piece is comprised of three cable-style chains and a chandelier-style pen...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Vintage Cartier Pencil Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Extendable and Working
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Cartier Pencil Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Extendable and Working Imagine carrying a little bit of luxury wherever you go with this Cartier Penc...
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1960s Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

NWT $483, 000 18KT Large 51CT Fancy Glittering Natural Ruby Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Rare Important Radiant 18KT Gold Gorgeous Glittering and Sparkling Magnificent Fancy Ruby and Diamond Necklace. Necklace contains approx 51...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Mini Cross Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Miniature Diamond Cross 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. A classic diamond-set mini cross pendant on a fine 18 karat yellow gold chain by Van Cleef & Arp...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tapio Wirkkala Half Moon "Puolikuu" Sterling Silver Necklace, 1972 Finland
Located in Orimattila, FI
Puolikuu Tapio Wirkkala Half Moon "Puolikuu" Sterling Silver Necklace, 1972 Finland All Finland Silver stamps can be found. See the last picture. We now have several old jewelry from Tapio Wirkkala on...
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1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

French Mechanical Treasure Chest 18K Yellow Gold Gem Set Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mechanical gem set treasure chest, opening to reveal a gemstone booty within. The exterior is set with paste and imita...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Sterling Silver Turquoise Native American Bolo Tie
Located in New York, NY
This stunning turquoise bolo tie features a beautifully cabochon-cut turquoise stone in captivating blue and green hues. The stone is set in sterling silver, showcasing exquisite int...
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Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Antique 9K Gold Horseshoe Pendant with Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This gorgeous antique pendant is a stunning example of fine craftsmanship and elegant design of the 19th century, crafted in 9 carat gold and created in the shape of a horseshoe. T...
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19th Century European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold

Chopard Happy Diamonds Clown Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a floating Round Brilliant cut Diamond, a Round cut Ruby, and a Round cut Sapphire. The clown features a small Round Brilliant cut Diamond on t...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

3.22cts Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace with Chain in 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
3.22cts Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Pendant Necklace with Chain in 18K Gold studded with octagon cut blue sapphire of 3.22 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Small Round Locket
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Small Round Locket combines substance with style. Finely handcrafted and matte-finished, this locket can be personalized with an engraving or with gemstones,...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold

Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Prong Set Pendant Necklace in 14K Solid White Gold
Located in New York, NY
Octagon Cut Blue Sapphire Prong Set Pendant Necklace in 14K Solid White Gold studded with octagon cut blue sapphire of 0.88 carats. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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

Faith, Hope and Charity 18 Karat Gold Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A gold faith, hope and charity charm pendant. This Holy Trinity charm is beautifully designed in 18 karat yellow gold. The cross symbolizes faith, the anchor symbolizes hope, and the...
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Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Antique Style 4 Carat Sapphire Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Silver Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Sapphire Cut: Cabochon Cut Weight: Approximately 4 Carats Color: Blue Accent Stone: 99 Diamonds Cut: Old Mine, Old European and Rose Cuts Weight: Approximately 3 Carats...
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1920s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

2.20 Carat Colombian Emerald Pendant Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold Emerald Cut
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a stunning emerald cut Colombian emerald necklace in fine 14K yellow gold. Displayed in the center is a medium-green emerald with very good clarity, accented by a si...
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2010s Colombian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Tribal Horn Naja Pendant Tibetan brass orange Coral Wooden necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux offers a handmade vintage Bone African Naja pendant with brass trim necklace.Large Tibetan Brass Repousse beads, faceted orange coral, Tibetan Carnelian inlaid bead...
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Mid-20th Century Moroccan Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Carnelian, Brass

French Perroud Large Libra Zodiac Starsign 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as the Zodiac sign of Libra, depicting a pair of scales with the dates 24 IX (September) and 23 X (October). Stamped with the eag...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

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Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and South Sea Pearl Necklace Earrings Set Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and South Sea pearl necklace features a two leaf design set with custom-cut baguette diamonds amidst a pavé of round diamonds. The symmetrical arrangement suspends a 1.50...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

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White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Goddess Maiden Woman Locket Necklace Alfonse Mucha Gorgeous
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant necklace which features a beautiful goddess maiden woman with extraordinary flowing hair in the fabulous...
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gold-filled, Gilt Metal

Victorian Roman Warrior Diamond Locket Necklace Old Mine 14 Karat Gold Classical
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture locket pendant with a stunning Roman Neoclassical Warrior set with a .15 Carat Old Mine Cut Diamond...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Iris Pendant of 10k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This Art Nouveau era pendant (circa 1890) depicts a golden iris atop a freshwater pearl dangle. The 10k gold pendant measures 1.6 inches from the top of the bail to bottom by 0.9 in...
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 10k Gold

Teddy bear pendant in 14k gold
Located in Istanbul, TR
Teddy bear pendant in 14k gold. Puffed Gummy Pear Statement Necklace. Love Care Symbol Gold Pendant. Cute bear charm. Metal: 14k gold Pendant size: 21.5x11.5 Weight: 1.7 gr Pendant...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Moonstone Brilliant Pendant with Chain 18 kt Rose Gold perfekt floating Effect
Located in Viena, Viena
a timeless piece of jewelry, made in a traditional goldsmith's workshop in Valenza/Italy, hallmarked with the Schmuckzicke logo, a square apricot-coloured moonstone, approx. 7.20 ct,...
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2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 K Gold Pendant with Rock Crystal, Made 1944 in Stockholm, Sweden
Located in Stockholm, SE
This exquisite pendant features an 18-karat gold setting that cradles a stunning faceted baguette rock crystal. The rock crystal is embraced by a beautiful design. The sides feature a delicate wavy pattern, enhancing the pendant's intricate craftsmanship, while the top showcases a motif that resembles a royal monogram...
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1940s Swedish Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Rock Crystal, 18k 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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