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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
1.17 Carats Champagne Diamond Yellow Gold Panther Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Very 90's Necklace The necklace is 14K Yellow Gold The center stone is a Champagne Diamond 0.93Ct SI2 The center stone is surrounded by 0.24Ct Diamonds G/H SI2 The necklace is 18" Lo...
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1990s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti 18 Karat Yellow Gold Open Heart Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & co. / Elsa Peretti Material: 18K yellow gold Size: necklace measures 16-inches in length Weight: 4.39 grams
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Sterling Silver & 22k Yellow Gold Palu Hammered Reversible Pendant
Located in Houston, TX
This reversible pendant from John Hardy features a 22 karat yellow gold hammered front with a sterling silver braided edge. The back of the pendant is sterling silver and features de...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Australian´s Lightning Ridge Dark Solid Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Australian´s Lightning Ridge Dark Opal and Diamond Pendant mounted in 18 Karat Gold. First Quarter 20th Century. Quite noticeable approx. near 1-inch long, a many-splendored gemsto...
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Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Ruby and Diamond Necklace Earrings Set Design by Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond necklace and earrings set is constituted by faceted rubies of homogeneously brilliant quality, especial...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Burma No Heat Vivid Red Spinel Diamond 18K White Gold Pendant
Located in Kowloon, HK
Immerse yourself in the world of unparalleled luxury and rarity with this magnificent pendant, a masterpiece of exceptional gemstone selection and masterful craftsmanship. Expertly m...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold, White Gold

Evil Eye Diamond Charm Pendant Made In 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
14KT:2.892g,D:0.31ct, Enam:0.02g,
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carrera y Carrera Gardenia Diamonds and Sapphires White Gold Pendant
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
18K White Gold pendant. 18K White Gold cable chain with lobster claw lock. This piece has a flower-shaped pendant which decorated with a pink Sapphire main stone, 3 Diamonds, and 20 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Gold

Antique Victorian Locket 14 Karat Gold Etruscan Revival Pendant Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous 14 Karat Gold Victorian - Belle Epoque Picture Locket pendant in an Etruscan Revival Design of great beauty. The locket has the most stunning warm brushed 14 Kara...
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

30-Carat Pear Cut Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Pendant 14KWG Chain & Baile
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This stunning pendant features an approximately 30-carat pear-cut aquamarine set in platinum, radiating a captivating ocean-blue brilliance. Surrounding the center stone are 28 bague...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Alain Lerolle Silvered Metal Necklace with Brutalist Pendant
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning choker necklace by French artist Alain Lerolle features a brutalist and modernist unstructured shape with a dangling, dimensional, carved pendant in silvered metal. The...
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1970s French Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Italian 18K Yellow Gold Anchor Pendant with Rope Detail, 20.5mm
Located in Miami, FL
Crafted in Italy from solid 18 karat yellow gold, this vintage anchor pendant features a timeless nautical design enhanced by a finely twisted rope detail wrapping around the shaft. ...
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1980s Italian Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chopard Happy Diamond Teddy Bear Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 18k, by Chopard, Swiss. Insouciantly stylish, this charming necklace is a quirky, delightfully detailed teddy bear; an exceptional example of Chopard's whimsical side....
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Early 2000s Swiss Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 16"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 16" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 9.90 grams Pendant: 27mm wide Chain: 16" Hallmark: "TIFFANY&Co. © Elsa Peret...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Art Deco Green Peridot and Seed Pearls Pendant Necklace 15k Pink Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Specifications: Metal: 15K Pink Gold Gemstones: Seed Pearls and Green Peridot ​ ​Chain Length: 17" Total Weight: 6.4 Grams Stamped: "15K" ​ ​Clasp: Barrel Clasp Era: 1930's -196...
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1920s Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Rose Gold, Gold, 15k Gold

Big Heart Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
Big Heart includes beautiful emerald cabochons of over 3.8 Ctw and diamonds of 0.6 Ctw set in 18k yellow gold.
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Italian Renaissance Early 17th Century Rock Crystal & Enemal Devotional Pendant
Located in Firenze, IT
In 18kt yellow gold with a triple chain suspending a carved rock crystal medallion surrounded by polychrome enamels which holds on one side a Salvator Mundi in enamels and on the oth...
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Early 17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Religious Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary within a halo and a wavy frame. Stamped with the eagle’s head for French manufacture a...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Vintage Sterling Lapis pendant vintage Venetian glass beads necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a vintage Afghani Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver brooch pendant necklace. A string of vintage blue Mille Fiore Venetian glass beads and sterling silv...
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Diamond Large Bottle Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Southampton, PA
Experience a piece of jewelry history with this exquisite vintage 1970s Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Extra Large Bottle Necklace, crafted in lustrous 18k yellow gold. Showcasing a bri...
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1970s American Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Gripoix Amber Perfume Bottle Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Wokingham, England
Yves Saint Laurent YSL Vintage Arty Unisex Gripoix Clear Yellow Amber Cabochon Perfume Bottle Brooch Pin, Gold Plated In excellent condition. Signed at the rear. 100% Genuine. Sign...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Chevron Tag Sterling Silver with Nephrite Jade, 42mm
Located in New York, NY
Brand David Yurman Chevron Collection For Men Material Sterling Silver 925 Tag Dimension: Length:42mm Length with Bail: 50.5mm Width:22mm Thickness:5mm Bail Dimension: Length: 11.5...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Panthere De Cartier Emeralds 0.73ct Pave Diamond Necklace 18k White Gold
Located in Aventura, FL
Cartier Panthère de Cartier necklace, white gold 750/1000, black lacquer, set with an emerald and 189 brilliant-cut diamonds totalling 0.73 carats. Width of the motif: 33.6 mm. Thick...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Queen Wilhelmina 1/2 Guilder Coin Charm Pendant, Netherlands 1907
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique gilded silver coin charm pendant of former Dutch Queen Wilhelmina. The half guilder Queen Wilhelmina 1907 was minted in Utrecht and has a c...
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Early 20th Century Dutch Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Gilt Metal

Syna Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Drop Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rock Crystal 35 carats minimum Diamonds 0.14 carat approx. Chain sold separately Fashioned in 18 karat yellow gold, this necklace features a minimum...
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2010s Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Diamond Bouton de Camélia Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a captivating diamond necklace from the world renowned luxury fashion designer, Chanel. At the heart of the pendant lies a single round brilliant-cut diamond, elegantly ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 2.15 Ct Diamond Large Unisex Platinum Cross
Located in Napoli, IT
Marvellous Art Deco Diamond cross, hand created by a master workmanship of solid Platinum, 1920 ca. Suitable for either sex Large and amazing art wo...
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1920s European Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Crystal Opal and Diamond Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 1.4 Grams Stone: Black Opal 0.25ct Measurements: 17.7 x 9 x 4.2mm Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Notes: Crystal Opal of the finest caliber. Stones like this are Rarely seen on the ma...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Diamond Baguette Horseshoe Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 1.50 ct. good quality, white and bright diamond baguettes. Handmade in 18k white gold. Length is 18.5".
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Emerald Platinum Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
1970s platinum diamond riviera V-shape necklace with emerald diamond pendant. The approximate total diamond weight is 15 carats and the pear shaped emerald approximately 2.60 carats....
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1970s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

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

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

French Augis Lasserre Virgin Mary 18K Yellow Gold Medal Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold pendant designed as a round medal depicting the Virgin Mary in profile with a halo. Signed Lasserre and A.Augis. Stamped with the eagle’s head for...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers 50’s Copper Enamel Brass Aztec pendant Blue Agates Crystals Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Vintage 50’s Aztec style Large Mask Pendant Necklace. This pendant is composed of Brass, Copper, and Blue Enamel and has a Fierce Primitive quality ...
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Early 20th Century Mexican Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Crystal, Brass, Copper, Enamel

Sterling Sunface and Feather Necklace/Brooch by Navajo Silversmith Nelson Morgan
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 1 3/4” x 4” sunface and feather is on a 19” solid and link chain. The feather has a Kingman turquoise stone. The sunface and feather can be removed to wear as a pin. About the...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Native American Pendant Necklaces

Vintage Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Whimsical Heart Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A Playful Emblem of Luxury and Style Explore Aaron Basha’s signature whimsy with this 18K Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Heart Charm, complete with a delightful tongue-out emoticon mot...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Yurman Black Diamond Cross Pendant Sterling Silver Estate
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Authentic David Yurman Black Diamond Cross Pendant Sterling Silver Estate DY627 Retails $999.00 This elegant Authentic David Yurman cross...
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1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, Sterling Silver

CHANEL 94A Vintage gold tone interlock CC logo coin pendant chain necklace
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL 94A Vintage gold tone interlock CC logo coin pendant chain necklace Reference: TGAS/D00163 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 94A Material: Metal Color: Gold P...
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1990s French Pendant Necklaces

Rare Shakudo Locket Pendant Necklace Bird Parrot Cockatoo Fan Japan Antique
Located in New York, NY
Here we have a very rare Japanese Shakudo Locket Pendant with images of a bird or Parrot or Cockatoo sitting in a tree on one side and an open and closed fan on the other. The locke...
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Early 20th Century Japanese Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Mixed Metal, Shakudo

Hermes Mercury God Blue Jasper Cameo Intaglio Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Blue Jasper Cameo Intaglio Pendant or Charm with an image of the God Hermes or Mercury with his fabulous winged helmet and noble face. The antique intaglio...
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19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Large Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in 18K gold with higher karat gold bloom. Lovely scrolled frame mountin...
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1860s British Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

French Rafael’s Cherub 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a medal depicting Rafael’s cherub within a raised frame. Engraved to the reverse with the date 1-9-66. Stamped with the ...
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20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Arts & Crafts Sterling Silver & Rock Crystal Pendant Necklace 1900s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine antique rock crystal drop pendant from the 1900s. A huge piece of rock crystal with a large flat table and deep faceted pavilion is set in a deep band of sterling silver dro...
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Early 1900s Antique Pendant Necklaces

Magnificent Sapphire and Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Magnificent Mid Century Modern Sapphire and Diamond Gold Brooch Pendant Necklace. Center of Pendant, securely Hand set with a Blue Sapphire, weighin...
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1980s Modernist Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Emerald Sapphire Ruby Multi-Color Cross
Located in Astoria, NY
Presenting S.Georgios designer byzantine style cross pendant enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features 9 Princess cut Rubies, 2 Princess cut Sapphires, and 4 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Multi-gemstone, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gol...

14K Gold Caliber Cut Baguette Ametrine Gemstones Channel Set Pendant Necklace
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
This elegant ametrine circle pendant in 14K gold is a masterpiece of color and precision, featuring tapered baguettes of amethyst and citrine in a seamless channel setting. The gemst...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 6.65 Cttw, Labradorite and Topaz Floral Pendant Necklace in Silver
Located in New York, NY
Add some finesse to your outfits with this gorgeous necklace. Magical labradorites are set within a sparkling frame of white topaz in this handcrafted necklace of sterling silver, pl...
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2010s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Labradorite, Topaz, Sterling Silver, Silver

Georg Jensen Silver Pendant Necklace #207, Vivianna Torun
Located in Glasgow, GB
A sterling silver pendant #207, designed by Vivianna Torun Bülow-Hübe for Georg Jensen, with double strand chain. The pendant has a swirl effect to the front, on a double strand silv...
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Early 2000s Danish Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold Sapphire Diamond X Crossover Omega Enhancer Pendant - 14k Squ .60ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .36ctw Cut: Square Color: Blue Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .24ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: G Clarity: I2 Total Carats: .60ctw Style: Omega Enhancer...
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Aquamarine Pendant
Located in Vadgam, GJ
Product Details: Metal of pendant - Sterling Silver Diamonds - synthetic Pendant size (without bail) - 15 x 15 mm Pendant gross Weight - 2.47 Grams Gemstone - Aquamarine Stone weight - 0.50 Carat Stone shape - Oval Stone size - 7 x 5 mm Timeless designer pendant made in sterling silver with beautiful natural aquamarine...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Sterling Silver

Natural Aquamarine Pendant
Natural Aquamarine Pendant
$80 Sale Price
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Roberto Coin She-Devil Diamond Pendant Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Dallas, TX
Roberto Coin She-Devil Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold. The pendant features white and cognac diamonds, accented by black and red enamel. The pendant approximately measur...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage WESTERN GERMANY gold tone green glass necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned WESTERN GERMANY • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Antique Circa 1880s 18k Gold Top Silver Natural Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 6.1 grams. Total weight is 0.60 carat old cut diamond. Total weight is 0.15 ct rose cut diamond. The diamond is has s1-s2-s3-Pique clarity ...
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1880s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Kets Platinum Natural Diamond Pendant Drop Long Necklace
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Tiffany Kets Platinum Natural Diamond Pendant Drop Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 7.90 grams Diamonds: Approx. 0.75 CTW natural D-F VVS round diamonds Key: 1.65 inch...
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Denise Roberge Modified 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant #22327
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Denise Roberge Modified 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Cross Pendant- This beautifully crafted cross pendant was modified to a pendant from an earring . Featuring one round brilliant c...
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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Jade Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant vintage pendant features a beautifully carved jade centerpiece, set in a warm 14k yellow gold frame. The jade displays natural tones and intricate detailing, reflecting ...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2ct Emerald Bold Icon Pendant Necklace made in 18k Yellow Gold with chain
Located in Brisbane, AU
2.26ct Lustrous forest green Emerald cut Emerald set in fierce claws in 18ct yellow gold with 42cm 18ct yellow gold chain. Zambian emerald Emerald cut 18k gold 42cm 18k chain Ohlig...
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2010s Australian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 18K Hammered Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301437 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2018 RRP £2,970 Incl Taxes / €3,500 Incl. Taxes / $3,350 Excl. Taxes Model VCARO1IF00 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gold ...
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Marina J One Of A Kind Black Pearl Necklace + Diamonds & Solid 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This piece is made with all Black Pearls, Solid 14k Yellow Gold and Diamonds. The Black Pearls in this necklace hold a textural Baroque like feel while displaying a vivid multi color...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Solitaire Round Brilliant Diamond Pendant #22472
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Solitaire Diamond Pendant JAGi Certified- Elegant and timeless, this classic solitaire pendant features one round brilliant cut diamond set in a 6-prong white go...
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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Victorian Carlo Giuliano Etruscan Revival Amethyst Locket
Located in Napoli, IT
Precious Art Magnificent large locket from the Victorian period, artfully crafted by Carlo Giuliano One of the leading jewellery masters during the Victorian period, rewarded by Quee...
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1850s European Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, 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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