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Pendant Necklaces For Sale
Antique Silver Early Victorian Garnet Large Aesthetic Glass Backed Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Bohemian Garnet Locket Silver Tested Circa 1875 * THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY Step into the elegance of the Early Victorian era with this stunning large oval-shaped loc...
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Garnet, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 12.5mm long Weight: 4.90 ...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Imperial Guilloche Enamel Gilt Egg Locket Pendant, Workmaster August Holmström
Located in Chesterland, OH
We are pleased to present an exquisite antique medallion by the renowned jeweler August Holmström in St. Petersburg, Russian Empire, in the late 19th century/early 20th century. Aug...
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Late 19th Century Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Enamel, Gilt Metal

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 18"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 27mm Open Heart Pendant Necklace 18" Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Weight: 10.0 grams Pendant: 27mm wide Chain: 18" Hallmark: "TIFFANY&Co. © Elsa Peret...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Vintage Blue Topaz pendant, 14k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A sweet and pretty vintage Blue Topaz pendant. This cute little pendant looks perfect hung from a fine link chain for understated elegance ...
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ROMAN signed bintage gold emerald green glass pendant enhancer designer necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed ROMAN • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
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1980s Vintage Pendant Necklaces

Retro Cartier Substantial 14K Yellow, Rose Gold Bars Pendant Clip Brooch, 1940's
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier solid and substantial gold bars pendant clip brooch composed of eight interconnected gold bars of rose and yellow gold. 1940's May be worn as a pendant or a...
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Mid-20th Century French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold and Diamonds Champagne Whisk
Located in Orimattila, FI
18 Karat Gold and Diamonds Champagne Whisk 7 pcs 0.03 Diamonds. Weight 8.1 Grams. 09.12.1996 Made 750 Gold A great item. This is a gift for the perso...
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1990s European Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Antique Edwardian Engraved Rose Gold Floral Locket Necklace
Located in London, GB
This antique round locket is crafted in warm rose gold and richly engraved on both sides with intricate floral motifs. The front features a delicate trailing flower design, while the...
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Early 19th Century English Edwardian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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9k Gold, Rose Gold

LB offers Vintage inlaid Shell pendant Vintage Sterling Mexican hearts necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Carved Shell heart inlaid with gold wire pendant. This large piece is stunning and is suspended from a strand of labradorite rondelle beads, ti...
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Mid-20th Century American Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

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Labradorite, Sterling Silver, Brass

Antique 18ct Gold, Art Nouveau Plique a Jour & Seed Pearl, Lady Portrait Pendent
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Lady Pendant 18ct Gold Circa 1920s This exquisite 18ct yellow gold Art Nouveau pendant is a stunning testament to the artistry of its time. At its centrepiece, a delicate...
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Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Myanmar Icy Type Vivid Green Round Jade Pendant in 18K Gold & Diamond
Located in Kowloon, HK
This exquisite pendant is handcrafted from natural green jade from Myanmar, featuring an intensely vivid color that resembles a tiny green light bulb. The rich hue and unique craftsm...
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2010s Hong Kong Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Jade, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Virgin of Pilar Pendant #21973
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Antique 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Virgin of Pilar Pendant- This exquisite antique medal features a finely detailed depiction of the Virgin of Pilar, delicately rendered in 18K yel...
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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pink Enamel Baby Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate joy, love, and life's most cherished moments with this whimsical and luxurious Aaron Basha Baby Charm Pendant, crafted in 18K yellow gold with vibrant pink enamel and spark...
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Early 2000s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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

Chanel Crystal CC Logo Whistle Necklace 2015
Located in Wilmslow, GB
An extraordinary find, a Chanel Crystal Whistle Necklace. Dating to the 2015 collection the whistle is embellished with iconic codes of the House including the interlocking CC and th...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold Teardrop Lariat Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 19" long thick heavy chain Teardrop: 15mm long Weight: 11.0 grams Hallmark: "TIFF...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Pearl Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Pearl 1.70 carats approx. Diamonds 0.30 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration from litt...
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Blue Topaz Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Blue Topaz 2.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Chain sold separately About the Designers ~ Dharmesh & Namrata Drawing inspiration fro...
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2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 24mm Round Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 24mm Round Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" Pendant: 24mm in diameter Weight: 6.60 grams Hallmark: TIFFANY&CO. ©Elsa Peretti 7...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Vintage 10k Masonic Pendant Charm with Diamonds Solid Yellow Gold Jewellery
Located in Greer, SC
Vintage 10k solid yellow gold masonic pendant featuring a dazzling diamond centerpiece with smaller diamond accents on each side. Signed / stampe...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

A fine Art Déco Black Opal and Diamond pendant, circa 1925
Located in Firenze, IT
A fine Art Déco black opal, emeralds and diamonds pendant. The oval-shaped black opal approximately 10ct (21mm x 14mm x 0,6mm) with a wonderful play of dense colors: blue, green and...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, Black Opal, Opal, Platinum

NO RESERVE! 39.63ct Tanzanite - 14K White Gold - Necklace
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
This stunning necklace showcases a total of 39.63 carats of violetish blue Tanzanite, prized for its captivating color and rarity. The pendant, set in 14 karat white gold, radiates a...
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2010s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

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Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold

Christian Lacroix Maxi Pendentif Collier 1990s Green Gold XL Pendant Necklace
Located in PARIS, FR
Christian Lacroix XXL pendant with a motif of a strange creature in shaped gold-plated metal, openwork and encrusted with multiple rhinestones mainly in shades of green, of all shape...
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1990s English Pendant Necklaces

Antique Dieppe Carved Ivory Bacchante Cameo Pendant, Circa 1840-1850
Located in Chesterland, OH
An utterly distinctive and truly captivating vintage treasure! This is a stunning high-relief Victorian ivory cameo of a Bacchante—absolutely breathtaking!...
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Mid-19th Century French Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

LB offers Vintage Art Nouveau buckle Vintage Sterling Dragonflies Coral Necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
Lorraine’s Bijoux has on offer a Large Silver Vintage Art Nouveau Buckle Pendant with 2 Vintage Sterling Silver and Marcasite Dragonfly brooches applied to it. This great pendant is ...
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Mid-20th Century American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Pyrite, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver

Pink Opal Oval Shape Cabochon 14k Yellow Gold Bezel Emerald Round Cab Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Simple chic Oval Shape Pink Opal pendant measuring 19mm x 22 mm set in solid 14 Kt. yellow gold bezel and with a Round Shape Plain Emerald Cab in the center,set in a 14k yellow gold...
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2010s Thai Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pendant with coral and pearl 4.0 grams 14k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k gold pendant set with coral and pearl Detailed description: The pendant measures 4.5 cm long and 2.0 cm wide. Total weight: 4.0 grams. Set with: - 1 x 12 mm x 9.5 mm oval ca...
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1870s Dutch High Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Solid Yellow Gold Diamond Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
Simple and cute Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Love necklace with 14K solid Yellow Gold chain (18 inches). Genuine 14K yellow GOLD diamond charm pendant with beautiful sleeping beauty turquoise heart...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold .42ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 0.73"(18.42mm) long x 0.50"(12.74mm)" wide Diamond: 11 round brilliant di...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .40ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold .40ct Diamond Open Heart Pendant Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 16" long Pendant: 16mm wide Diamond: carat total weight .40ct Hallma...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Tiger's Claw with 2 Carat Ruby Gold Vintage Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Featuring a Tiger’s Claw, Hand set with 12 Carat Ruby Hand set a 14K Yellow Gold Bezel setting. Pendant measures approx. 3" long. More Be...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yves Saint Laurent coral necklace
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT - Silvery metal coral-color necklace enameled with red and oranemented with purple and red rhinestones. Released in the 1980 Spring-Summer Haute Couture Collection...
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1980s French Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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

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9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Gold & Silver, Victorian Sapphire Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Crescent Pendant 9ct Yellow Gold & Silver Tested Circa 1880 This Victorian crescent moon pendant is truly a stunning piece ...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Hector Aguilar Sterling Silver Orchid Pendant with Cord
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Beautiful and commanding sterling silver orchid pendant on a cord chain. Each part of the orchid is individually crafted. Clasp closure. Mexican silversmith artist Hector Aguilar ...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian 9ct Gold and Silver Gilt Coral and Pearl Locket
Located in Portland, England
A lovely Victorian 9ct gold locket decorated with seed pearls and coral. The central 9ct gold panel has a floral motif accented with lustre pearls and subtle coral. A similar floral ...
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Late 19th Century European Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Pearl, Gold, Silver

22K Gold Lapis Lazuli Ancient Egyptian Faience Figurine
Located in New York, NY
A vintage 22K gold amulet pendant adorned with an ancient Egyptian faience god figure. Mounted on a finely carved lapis lazuli piece and encased within a luxurious golden frame, ever...
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20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold

Feudal Japan, Samurai Gold Coin Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
Located in Soquel, CA
An interesting small rectangular gold coin from the last Japanese shogunate, minted in the waning days of their power: 1837-1854, is set in a Steven Battelle designed handmade classi...
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Necklace and pendant with ruby and old European cut diamond upto 1.00ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with ruby ​​verneuille and old European cut diamond. 1.00ct - G/H - Pique - 45 cm long detailed description: the necklace is 45 cm long an...
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1950s Dutch Modern Vintage Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian Lapis Lazuli Egg with Serpent (Orphic Egg)
Located in Stamford, CT
Why is there a serpent on this lapis lazuli egg from the Victorian era? In antique jewelry there was symbolism everywhere. This pendant is called the Orphic Egg. The snake entwined o...
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1870s English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Lapis Lazuli, Silver

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .20ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti Platinum .20ct Diamond Cross Pendant Necklace Metal: Platinum Weight: 6.20 grams Chain: 16" Pendant: 17mm x 14mm Diamond: 11 round brilliant diamonds, c...
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2010s American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Platinum

Antique 15ct Gold Stamped Edwardian Aquamarine & Seed Pearl Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Aquamarine Necklace 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite pendant harkens back to the Edwardian era with its delicate openwork design and luxurious 15ct gold constr...
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Important Antique Russian Imperial Tsar Paul I Silver Pectoral Pavlovsky Cross
Located in New York, NY
Rare, historically important antique Russian Imperial Tsar Paul I double sided gilded silver pectoral cross known as Pavlovsky Cross 19th Century Tsar Paul I was the first Russian Ts...
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19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Necklace and pendant with old mine cut diamonds up to 1.15ct 18k yellow gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold necklace with pendant set with old mine cut diamond total approximately 1.15ct – J/K - VS/SI - 45cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 45 cm lo...
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1990s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Sapphire Enhancer/Pendant #22317
Located in Washington Depot, CT
David Yurman 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Sapphire Pendant- This elegant pendant/enhancer features one white pearl (7 mm) and six round sapphires set in beautifully detailed 18K y...
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20th Century Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Cat Tails Paste Locket
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Cat Tails Gold Filled Paste Locket from 1900. Art Nouveau motif of cat tails in a pond, Signed W&H Co. in heart. Initials on back. 1" across.
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1890s American Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

SOL Pendant, Turquoise, Citrine, Champagne Diamonds, Gold Sun Rays
Located in New York, NY
SOL Pendant Turquoise, Citrine, Champagne Diamonds, 14k Gold The S O L line was developed around the idea of honoring oneself and living a life that lights you up. The sun is a pow...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Imperial Russian O.F.Kurlukov Egg 36 Diamonds Enamel 56 Gold Silver/6.5g
Located in SE
Antique miniature Passover Egg pendant made in Imperial Russia between the years 1884 - 1916. Body in Silver finished with fine translucent Guilloche Cobalt Blue toned Enamel spread...
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Early 1900s Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Necklace and pendant with emerald and brilliant cut diamonds 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14 kt white gold necklace with pendant set with emerald and brilliant cut diamond to. 1.00 ct - F/G - VS/SI - 40 cm long Detailed description the length of the necklace is 40 cm lo...
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2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold

Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Enamel Solid 56 / 14K Gold / 4.45 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 56 / 14K Yellow Gold decorated with Red and Blue Enamels. The Cyrillic / Russian abbrevi...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold, Enamel

Triple Gem Fish Pendant, Lapis, Diamond, Emerald & 14k Gold
Located in New York, NY
Triple Gem Fish Pendant Lapis, Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold Carved lapis fish, just over an inch in length, with double-sided gem eyes: one side is a 2mm diamond and the other side i...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold

Vintage Vivienne Westwood heart orb pendant necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
An absolutely iconic vintage Vivienne Westwood heart orb pendant necklace The orb design first came into production in the 80s and became part...
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21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Stainless Steel

Large Sterling Silver Birmingham Hallmarked 1882 Victorian Leaf Engraved Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Silver Locket Sterling Silver Hallmarked Birmingham 1882 Makers Mark H W *THE CHAIN IS SOLD SEPARATELY This stunning large Victorian locket is a true treasure for any an...
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Natural Pink Opal Diamond LOVE Heart Necklace in 14K Solid Yellow Gold
Located in Astoria, NY
Luxurious Pink Opal Necklace is ready to wear! This pendant charm has a naturally carved pink opal heart in the middle that is surrounded by small diamonds! Absolutely simple and st...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Imperial Russian Orthodox Cross Crucifix Solid 84 / 18K Gold / 2.56 gr
Located in SE
Antique Russian Orthodox Cross pendant in solid 84 / 18K Yellow Gold . The Cyrillic / Russian abbreviation on frontal side above his hea...
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Tiger's Claw Wrapped Gold Stylized Serpent Snake Ruby and Gold Vintage Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Awesome! Featuring a Stylized Serpent Snake, Hand set with 1.05tcw Rubies. Finely Hand crafted in 14K Yellow Gold, wrapped around a Tiger's Claw. Pendant measures approx. 3.25...
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Late 20th Century Modernist Pendant Necklaces

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Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Dubini Wolf Ancient Hemidrachm Silver Coin Pendant 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in London, GB
This unique DUBINI necklace showcases an authentic silver hemidrachm coin set in 18K yellow gold. COIN SPECIFICATIONS: - Diameter: Ø 16mm HISTORY: A majestic wolf is depicted on...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold, Silver

14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Enamel Necklace
Located in Astoria, NY
14k Solid Yellow Gold Starburst Star Diamond Accent Enamel Bead with Emerald Green. and Pearl White , Red enamel necklace. I named this necklace "Me and Others", you can wear these ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Sevillana Pendant Necklace Large Size
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Elsa Peretti 18K Gold 35mm Sevillana Pendant Necklace Large Size Metal: 18K yellow gold Gold Weight: 7.70 grams Pendant: 1.4"(35mm) in diameter, Large size Silk Cord: ...
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2010s Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold

Betony Vernon "O-Ring Choker with Shaft Ring" Necklace Sterling Silver 925
Located in Rome, IT
Betony Vernon "O-Ring" timeless signature pieces have been appreciated since 1992 for their symbolic and aesthetic appeal. This "O-Ring Kit" includes one "O-Ring Choker Necklace" and...
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1990s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

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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